About This Book
Amari and the Night Brothers introduces readers to Amari Peters, a determined Black girl from a low-income housing project, whose life takes an unexpected turn when she receives an invitation to the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs. This middle-grade fantasy adventure blends real-world issues like bullying, prejudice, and socio-economic challenges with a vibrant, imaginative magical world. Amari's quest to find her missing older brother, Quinton, drives the narrative, as she discovers her own latent magical abilities and confronts a hidden society that doesn't always welcome her. Parents will appreciate the strong themes of self-belief, resilience, and standing up against injustice, wrapped in an exciting, fast-paced plot.
Series statement from publisher's website.
Concepts
Fear & BraverySelf-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceLoneliness & BelongingJustice & FairnessGood vs. EvilLove & FamilyFriendship & LoyaltyCuriosity & WonderEmpathy & KindnessSadness & GriefAnger & FrustrationBeing DifferentBullyingCultural IdentityMaking FriendsGrowing UpSibling RivalryFantasy & MagicFamily & SiblingsSchool LifeFriendship & SocialGhosts
bullying
peril_danger
separation_from_parent
discrimination
Discussion Prompts
1
How does Amari show bravery even when she's scared or feels like an outsider?
2
What are some examples of prejudice or unfairness Amari faces, and how does she respond?
3
If you could have one magical ability, what would it be and why?
4
How does Amari's relationship with her brother, Quinton, motivate her throughout the story?
5
What does this book teach us about believing in ourselves, even when others doubt us?
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NYT Bestseller
Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover (29 weeks on list)
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