Squire
From two incredible rising talents comes the fantasy graphic novel Molly Knox Ostertag calls “instantly compelling.” A New England Book Award and Harvey Award winner!
Aiza has always dreamt of becoming a Knight. It’s the highest military honor in the once-great Bayt-Sajji Empire, and as a member of the subjugated Ornu people, Knighthood is her only path to full citizenship. Ravaged by famine and mounting tensions, Bayt-Sajji finds itself on the brink of war once again, so Aiza can finally enlist in the competitive Squire training program.
It’s not how she imagined it, though. Aiza must navigate new friendships, rivalries, and rigorous training under the unyielding General Hende, all while hiding her Ornu background. As the pressure mounts, Aiza realizes that the “greater good” that Bayt-Sajji’s military promises might not include her, and that the recruits might be in greater danger than she ever imagined.
In this breathtaking and timely story, Aiza will have to choose, once and for all: loyalty to her heart and heritage, or loyalty to the Empire.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 336
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Quill Tree Books
Language: en
ISBN: 9780062945846
Creator Bio
Nadia Shammas and Sara Alfageeh are two talented individuals who have come together to co-author the graphic novel, Squire. Nadia is a writer and editor who has worked on various projects for companies such as DC Comics, Valiant Entertainment, and BOOM! Studios. She has a background in film and television production and has a passion for storytelling. Sara is an illustrator and comic artist who has worked with major clients including Marvel, Cartoon Network, and Scholastic. She is known for her vibrant and diverse art style, as well as her advocacy for diversity and representation in the comic book industry. Together, Shammas and Alfageeh have created a captivating and inclusive story that showcases their talents and shared passion for storytelling.
