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Maria Dahvana Headsley

    Maria Dahvana Headley is celebrated for her bold reimagining of foundational myths and epics, interrogating their enduring themes through a contemporary lens. Her distinctive literary voice blends historical resonance with sharp social commentary, making ancient narratives feel both urgent and relevant. Headley's work often explores power, gender, and the very nature of storytelling itself. She consistently invites readers to reconsider the stories we tell and the legacies they leave.

    Maria Dahvana Headsley
    Magonie. Aeri
    Královna králů : magický příběh nesmrtelné Kleopatry
    Aerie
    Magonia
    Queen of Kings
    • 2018

      Aerie

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.5(2410)Add rating

      The stunning sequel to Maria Dahvana Headley’s critically acclaimed Magonia tells the story of one girl who must make an impossible choice between two families, two homes—and two versions of herself. Aza Ray is back on earth. Her boyfriend, Jason, is overjoyed. Her family is healed. She’s living a normal life, or as normal as it can be if you’ve spent the past year dying, waking up on a sky ship, and discovering that your song can change the world. As in, not normal. Part of Aza still yearns for the clouds, no matter how much she loves the people on the ground. When Jason’s paranoia over Aza’s safety causes him to make a terrible mistake, Aza finds herself a fugitive in Magonia, tasked with opposing her radical, bloodthirsty, recently escaped mother, Zal Quel, and her singing partner, Dai. She must travel to the edge of the world in search of a legendary weapon, the Flock, in a journey through fire and identity that will transform her forever. Told in Maria Headley’s trademark John Green–meets–Neil Gaiman voice, Aerie is sure to satisfy the many readers who can’t wait to return to the spellbinding world of Magonia.

      Aerie
    • 2015

      Magonia

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.6(17239)Add rating

      Aza Ray has struggled with a mysterious lung disease since childhood, making it increasingly difficult for her to breathe and live. When she sees a ship in the sky, her family dismisses it as a side effect of her medication, but Aza believes it’s real—she can hear someone calling her name. Only her best friend, Jason, believes her and supports her, even as she grapples with her feelings for him. Suddenly, Aza is pulled from her world and into Magonia, a fantastical realm above the clouds. Here, she discovers her true self—strong and powerful, free from her previous limitations. However, as she adjusts to her new life, Aza learns that a war is brewing between Magonia and Earth, and she holds the key to humanity's fate, including Jason's. Aza must confront her loyalties and decide where her heart truly lies. The story unfolds with emotional depth, captivating characters, and a unique fantasy world that challenges her understanding of life and love.

      Magonia
    • 2012

      Queen of Kings

      A Novel of Cleopatra, the Vampire

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading
      3.5(24)Add rating

      Delving into the legend of Queen Cleopatra, this debut novel intertwines historical narrative with supernatural elements, revealing a captivating tale of passion and bloodlust. The story reimagines Cleopatra's life, exploring her relationships and the dark allure of vampires, offering a fresh perspective on her legacy. Expect a blend of romance, intrigue, and the supernatural that challenges conventional portrayals of the iconic queen.

      Queen of Kings
    • 2012

      Senzační román s historickým pozadím odkrývá fantastickou proměnu hlavní hrdinky – královny Kleopatry. V temném příběhu se dokonale prolínají řecká, římská i egyptská božstva a neuvěřitelně působivý děj dotvářejí tajemné obřady, mágové z Libyjské pouště i severské čarodějnice. Milostný vztah Kleopatry s Markem Antoniem dokládá význam hluboké lásky v životě.

      Královna králů : magický příběh nesmrtelné Kleopatry