On the dazzling, utopian planet of Swazembi, Lileala is celebrated as the Rare Indigo, a woman of supreme beauty and status. Her flawless appearance and unique skin color make her the ultimate embodiment of perfection. But when an inexplicable transformation begins altering her body, she is forced to question everything she has ever known. As secrets about Swazembi’s past and its mystical energies unravel, Lileala must embrace her newfound identity and the destiny that awaits her—one that could redefine her planet’s future. Reviews "A stunning, sensory feast of a novel, weaving sci-fi with cultural depth in ways that feel both fresh and necessary." — Publishers Weekly "Crittendon creates a mesmerizing, multi-layered world full of beauty, yet not without its dark corners. A must-read for fans of Nnedi Okorafor." — Locus Magazine "A bold, imaginative debut that challenges ideas of beauty, identity, and destiny in a breathtakingly vibrant world." — Goodreads Reviewer
Book Title: Where it Rains in Color - Denise CrittendonBook Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Mythology, Space, Speculative Fiction, AfricaISBN: 9781915202123Number of Pages: 410Publishing Date: December 6, 2022Cover Type: Paperback
