The Gilded Ones

Outcasts by blood. Warriors by choice.

Sixteen-year-old Deka lives in Otera, a deeply patriarchal ancient kingdom, where a woman's worth is tied to her purity, and she must bleed to prove it. But when Deka bleeds gold - the colour of impurity, of a demon - she faces a consequence worse than death. She is saved by a mysterious woman who tells Deka of her true nature: she is an Alaki, a near-immortal with exceptional gifts. The stranger offers her a choice: fight for the Emperor, with others just like her, or be destroyed...

"The Gilded Ones redefines sisterhood and is sure to leave readers both inspired and ultimately hopeful."
Stephanie Garber

"The Gilded Ones is a fierce, unflinching fantasy that marks Forna as a debut to watch."
Kiersten White

"Debut author Namina Forna's created a fierce female protagonist you'll root for and a captivating world that feels so real you can step inside it."
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