Son of the Morning (Deluxe Limited Edition)
A Novel
by Akwaeke Emezi
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Pub Date Nov 04 2025 | Archive Date Dec 30 2025
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Description
DELUXE LIMITED EDITION features stenciled edges, color endpapers, and a unique jacket that reveals an alternate case cover illustration when removed. Available for a limited time while supplies last.
From New York Times bestselling author Akwaeke Emezi comes a steamy paranormal romance set in the Black South—a bold new foray that takes us on a journey of magic and fantasy, from the whispering creeks outside the city of Salvation to the very depths of Hell itself.
Tenderhearted Galilee was raised by the Kincaids, a formidable clan of Black women sequestered deep in the weeping willows and dark rushing creeks of their land. Galilee has always known that she’s different—that there is an old and unknowable secret around her very existence. It has been a hollow ache inside her since her childhood, something she assumes she will always have to live with.
Until she meets Lucifer Helel. He’s fronting as the head of security for her wealthy friend Oriaku’s family, protecting a mysterious, ancient artifact, but from the moment she lays eyes on him, Gali knows he’s not human. From her first incendiary touch, Lucifer knows something even Gali herself doesn’t—that she isn’t human either.
Enter: Leviathan. As Lucifer’s most trusted prince of Hell, Levi is ruthless and determined to eliminate the intolerable danger that is Galilee before she brings death and disaster to those he loves. While unseen battles rage between Hell, Heaven, and earth, Lucifer and Galilee’s attraction threatens to bring all the structures of their existence crashing down around them.
Soon, loyalties will be shattered and reformed as Kincaid secrets clash with the princes of Hell, driving even the most powerful to their knees. Galilee Kincaid must decide if she will step into herself and embrace the consequences of power in this astonishing, seductive, and wildly original fantasy.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780063323186 |
| PRICE | $30.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 320 |
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Featured Reviews
Ayushi R, Reviewer
Akwaeke Emezi, your mind >>>
I've been such a fan of all of Emezi's works that I've read so far. Up until this point, Emezi's YA works were my favorite books of theirs, but Son of the Morning swept me off my feet!! I was so enamored by the world Emezi crafted in this book--I really love how they are able to weave fantasy elements and world-building into contemporary settings. The paranormal / supernatural aspect of this book (heavily based on Christian theology) was so intriguing. I'm not sure if a sequel is planned for this book but I would love one just for this world alone. Otherwise, this book reads as a great fantasy standalone!
And the romance. THE ROMANCE! Emezi really wrote this book for the girls and the gays. I need everyone who comes across a love triangle in a fantasy book and thinks to themself: "(view spoiler)" to read this book (hidden in case people don't want to be spoiled about the main romance trope. I higlighted soooo many scenes and dialogue in this book from the romance alone because Galilee, Lucifer, and Leviathan's dynamic was *chef's kiss.* Emezi does such an excellent job in all of their books building complex and intimate character relationships. Their characters are always filled with so much compassion, empathy, and care. Reading their books feels like being loved tenderly in all forms--romantic, platonic, and familial--and I can definitely say the same in this book.
I described this book to my friends as if Beverly Jenkin's strong FMCs, queer paranormal romance, Black Southern gothic, and Christian theology had a baby, so if that intrigues you, go pre-order Son of the Morning!!
Media/Journalist 740318
Wonderfully atmospheric, with compelling, efficient prose. Emezi writes well-realized, dimensional characters and dynamics.
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