Warrior Genius

In this action-packed fantasy adventure, twelve-year-old Giacomo, an artist paired with a unique "Genius," finds himself at the heart of a rebellion against the oppressive Supreme Creator Nerezza. After a dangerous confrontation, Giacomo and his friends escape to the warrior empire of Rachana, only to discover a new, ancient threat endangering their horse-Geniuses. Giacomo realizes he is the only one who can stop this dark force while simultaneously trying to prevent Nerezza from acquiring all three Sacred Tools, which would grant her global tyranny. This book is perfect for readers aged 8-12 who enjoy epic quests, magical companions, and stories of courage against overwhelming odds. It explores themes of friendship, bravery, and standing up for justice.

In Warrior Genius, author Michael Dante DiMartino delivers rich settings, memorable characters, and edge-of-your-seat action, just as he did in his hit animated show Avatar: The Last Airbender. Fans will be thrilled with this new adventure! For years, Supreme Creator Nerezza has used fear and violence to rule her empire, seeking to eradicate anyone with a Genius. Then, twelve-year-old Giacomo emerged from hiding and joined a young generation of fellow artists paired with Geniuses. Together, they began a rebellion against her. Now, Giacomo has something Nerezza desperately wants—the Compass, one of three powerful objects known as the Sacred Tools. Possessing all three would allow Nerezza to spread her tyranny worldwide. After a near-fatal showdown, Giacomo and his friends escape to the empire of Rachana, a society long feared for its mighty warriors and their horse-Geniuses. But a dark and ancient force threatens the horse-Geniuses with extinction, and Giacomo discovers he is the only one who can stop it. With the help of his Genius and great friends, Giacomo struggles to keep the Sacred Tools from falling into the wrong hands and find a way to protect the Rachanan people—before Nerezza finds him.