The Door of No Return
The Door of No Return · Book 1Description
Eleven-year-old Kofi treasures his family, his village, and the river that runs through his life, even as colonial influence threatens the traditions and cultural identity he holds dear. When a shocking death during a festival overturns everything he knows, Kofi is forced onto a perilous journey across land and sea. Written in vivid, lyrical verse, this powerful historical novel explores family, heritage, courage, belonging, and the enduring impact of the transatlantic slave trade through the eyes of a young boy confronting a world transformed.
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paperback
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published Jan 1, 2024
ISBN: 9781536485691
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First Published
2022
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Door of No Return by Kwame Alexander.