Is Amari and the Night Brothers a series?

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Quinton Peters was the golden boy of the Rosewood low-income housing projects, receiving full scholarship offers to two different Ivy League schools. When he mysteriously goes missing, his little sister, 13-year-old Amari Peters, can’t understand why it’s not a bigger deal. Why isn’t his story all over the news? And why do the police automatically assume he was into something illegal?

Then Amari discovers a ticking briefcase in her brother’s old closet. A briefcase meant for her eyes only. There was far more to Quinton, it seems, than she ever knew. He’s left her a nomination for a summer tryout at the secretive Bureau of Supernatural Affairs. Amari is certain the answer to finding out what happened to him lies somewhere inside, if only she can get her head around the idea of mermaids, dwarves, yetis and magicians all being real things, something she has to instantly confront when she is given a weredragon as a roommate.

Amari must compete against some of the nation’s wealthiest kids—who’ve known about the supernatural world their whole lives and are able to easily answer questions like which two Great Beasts reside in the Atlantic Ocean and how old is Merlin? Just getting around the Bureau is a lesson alone for Amari with signs like ‘Department of Hidden Places this way, or is it?’ If that all wasn’t enough, every Bureau trainee has a talent enhanced to supernatural levels to help them do their jobs – but Amari is given an illegal ability. As if she needed something else to make her stand out.

With an evil magican threatening the whole supernatural world, and her own classmates thinking she is an enemy, Amari has never felt more alone. But if she doesn’t pass the three tryouts, she may never find out what happened to Quinton.

Is Amari and the Night Brothers a series?

Is Amari and the Night Brothers a series?


Is Amari and the Night Brothers a series?

Amari and the Great Game

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The #1 New York Times bestselling sequel to Amari and the Night Brothers!

Artemis Fowl meets Men in Black in this magical second book in the New York Times and Indie bestselling Supernatural Investigations trilogy—perfect for fans of Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky, the Percy Jackson series, and Nevermoor.

After finding her brother and saving the entire supernatural world, Amari Peters is convinced her first full summer as a Junior Agent will be a breeze.

But between the fearsome new Head Minister’s strict anti-magician agenda, fierce Junior Agent rivalries, and her brother Quinton’s curse steadily worsening, Amari’s plate is full. So when the secretive League of Magicians offers her a chance to stand up for magiciankind as its new leader, she declines. She’s got enough to worry about!

But her refusal allows someone else to step forward, a magician with dangerous plans for the League. This challenge sparks the start of the Great Game, a competition to decide who will become the Night Brothers’ successor and determine the future of magiciankind.

The Great Game is both mysterious and deadly, but among the winner’s magical rewards is Quinton’s last hope—so how can Amari refuse?

Amari Peters has never stopped believing her missing older brother, Quinton, is alive. Not even when the police told her otherwise, or when she got in trouble for standing up to bullies who said he was gone for good.

So when she discovers a ticking briefcase in his closet containing a nomination for a summer tryout at the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs, she’s certain the secretive organisation holds the key to locating Quinton – if only she can wrap her head around the idea of magicians, fairies, aliens, and other supernatural creatures all being real.

Now she must compete for a spot against kids who’ve known about magic their whole lives. No matter how hard she tries, Amari can’t seem to escape their intense scrutiny and doubt – especially once her own supernaturally enhanced talent is deemed ‘illegal’.

With an evil magician threatening the supernatural world, and her own classmates thinking she’s an enemy, Amari has never felt more alone. But if she doesn’t stick it out and pass the tryouts, she may never find out what happened to Quinton ...

About the Author

B.B. Alston lives in South Carolina, USA. Amari and the Night Brothers is his debut middle-grade novel, which he pitched on a whim via #DVPit on Twitter. After a whirlwind international auction for rights to the book, Universal Pictures secured film rights. When not writing, Alston can be found eating too many sweets and exploring country roads to see where they lead.

Industry Reviews

'Sharp, funny and brightly imaginative – a big adventure filled with magic and heart.' – Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of the Nevermoor series

'An enchanting fantasy adventure filled with heart and soul. Amari is magical!' – Angie Thomas, New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give.

'As a former black girl misfit who wanted nothing more in the world than to be magical, this book is a song to my soul. Amari is the heroine we all need.' – Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin

'Amari and the Night Brothers gives an electrifying jolt to middle-grade fantasy, that takes the ingredients we know and love – strong-willed, relatable protagonist, a worthy quest, and a thrilling magical portal – and makes them fresh and new. From the first pages, Amari is at once self-possessed and an underdog, battling racism, bias and poverty, all later mirrored in her efforts to find her brother inside the fantastical labyrinth of the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs. Funny, fast-paced, and ultimately moving, B.B. Alston's debut is a rousing success and kicks off a series that will truly stand out from the rest!' – Soman Chainani, author of the bestselling The School for Good and Evil series

'The surprises and story never slow down for a minute in this magical, astonishing world, with a heroine who’s like Buffy meets Meg Murry multiplied by Shuri to the power of awesome.  I want to live in Amari’s world and watch her save it (or have her come here and save ours!)!' – Tui T. Sutherland, bestselling author of the Wings of Fire series

'Clever, imaginative, and filled with heart. I loved every magical page.' – ​J.C. Cervantes, New York Times bestselling author of The Storm Runner 

'Fast-paced adventure and cutthroat pre-adolescent contempt make for a delightfully challenging journey here, particularly considering the ways that Alston frames Amari’s racial and economic experiences as a Black girl as the root of her strong-willed nature and spirit of integrity. It’s a good thing this book is the first of a series, because readers will be sorely disappointed when it ends.' —Booklist, starred review

'This series debut is sure to be a hit with late elementary students and middle-graders who are fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and the Men in Black movies. There are a lot of diverse characters who will be relatable to all kids. Amari is tough, smart, kind, and very likeable. The plot doesn’t shy away from depictions of racism and discrimination, which may provide necessary, thoughtful discussion topics for classrooms and families ... This story is action-packed with no fluff; a magical world readers will want to visit, blended with contemporary themes. An excellent middle-grade fantasy that will attract an immediate fan base and leave kids eager for more.' —School Library Journal, starred review

'Alston’s middle-grade debut is a breath of fresh air in the normal-kid-finds-out-they’re-magic genre, with Amari’s snappy, no-nonsense narration, a mix of new, bizarre supernatural creatures and classic vampires and witches, and rich world-building that reads as both familiar and fantastic. ... Her feelings of inadequacy from living in her brilliant brother’s shadow will ring true for any younger sibling or legacy kid, making later realizations of her own worth and abilities all the sweeter. While the book concludes with a satisfyingly unknotted dénouement, there’s a wealth of material for possible sequels, and readers will no doubt cross their fingers for more of Amari’s adventures.' —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

'The author weaves magical whimsy with honest, realistically portrayed circumstances, allowing Amari’s literal #BlackGirlMagic to shine even when she doesn’t believe in herself. This timely, energetic, first-person narrative moves quickly with clear descriptions, a thrilling buildup, and strong messages about profiling. An impressive debut series opener.' — Kirkus Reviews, starred review

'In this thrilling debut, Alston thrusts his intrepid heroine into a setting packed with magic, mythical creatures, and danger. Amari, a Black girl with limited means, confronts privilege and prejudice even while delving into a world of wonder, humour, and adventure, making this a sure-to-please winner.' — Publishers Weekly, starred review

'Plunged into a parallel magical world, Amari must do her best to learn and succeed in this new reality ... The story introduces a world of enchantment, danger, excitement, and humour ... Readers will root for Amari's own unique determination and wit.' — The Horn Book

'Exhilarating ... The definitive hook of this narrative is Alston’s exceptional skill for world-building ... Fans of the Harry Potter series will likely find much to enjoy in Alston’s imaginary Bureau, which features significantly more authentic diversity than Rowling's Hogwarts. Amari stumbles into one capricious adventure after another en route to a stunning conclusion that also lays the track for a sequel to this breakout debut.' — Shelf Awareness

'"Book of the fair" at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair in 2019, Alston’s debut has so far garnered 25 publishing deals, and film rights have been optioned by Universal. Happily, it more than lives up to the hype. The vibe is Men in Black meets Nevermoor, a brilliantly realised magical world of supernatural creatures, magical gadgets, rip-roaring action and humour. Alston says he never read a fantasy book with a black protagonist when he was growing up, and Amari is a triumphant riposte to that: a smart, courageous heroine whose identity as a poor black girl is integral to the narrative.' – Fiona Noble, The Bookseller, Book of the Month

Is Amari and the Night Brothers

New York Times bestseller! Artemis Fowl meets Men in Black in this exhilarating debut middle grade fantasy, the first in a trilogy filled with #blackgirlmagic.

Does Amari and the Night Brothers have a sequel?

Amari and the Great game was a really enjoyable follow up to Amari and the Night Brothers.

Is Amari and the Night Brothers a movie?

More Stories By Anthony. EXCLUSIVE: Azia Squire has been tapped to adapt B.B. Alston's unpublished Balzer+Bray novel Amari and the Night Brothers at Universal Pictures, a feature project that Black-ish actress Marsai Martin will star in and produce.

Is Amari a book series?

I only just started this second book in the Amari series, but I am already enthralled!! It just seamlessly continues Amari's saga of self and supernatural world discovery.