{"product_id":"black-sands-the-seven-kingdoms-volume-5-9798988182856","title":"Black Sands, the Seven Kingdoms, Volume 5","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlack Sands\u003c\/i\u003e is the most popular independent book series in the black community and it is clear why. The story is about a young boy named Ausar whose life goal is to rule Kemet. This leads him on a quest across the war-torn lands of the ancient world.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVolume five of \u003ci\u003eBlack Sands\u003c\/i\u003e takes up deep in the trenches of Minoa where Ausar leads a desperate attempt to stop a Sumerian incursion under the mountain. Legend has it that an ancient of unspeakable power is buried underneath and the Minoans will do anything to keep it that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is in this battle where Ausar faces off against his most powerful enemy to date, the warrior Kingu. Little do the heroes know but while the battle rages for control of the mountain, the Spartans are in full advantage in the land battle in Akrotiri. Just as things are starting to look like it will all work out, an ancient power awakens and the difference in power between Ausar and this new foe is like a canyon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is little hope for the people of Minoa and now Ausar struggles to keep his family alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003ci\u003eBlack Sands\u003c\/i\u003e! \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e says it is \"A sure bet for young readers who may be cultivating interests in ancient history, \"and \"a fast-paced, engaging installment of a successful mythological-historical comic series.\" School Library Journal Reviews says that readers will appreciate the blend of ancient history and comic book storytelling. It has been compared to other Middle Grade series titles such as \u003ci\u003eAvatar\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNaruto\u003c\/i\u003e manga, and many more. \u003ci\u003eBlack Sands\u003c\/i\u003e is a series most black youth are hungry for. It is no wonder it has been featured in \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, ABC Shark Tank, CBR, \u003ci\u003eAtlanta Blackstar\u003c\/i\u003e, endorsed by the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Manuel P. Godoy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Sands Entertainment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/30\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Sands #5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 120\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.05lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.60h x 7.20w x 0.50d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798988182856\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Young Adult\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 08\/09\/2024 pg. 1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout The Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eGodoy, Manuel P.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eManuel Godoy\u003c\/b\u003e is the CEO of Black Sands Entertainment and author of \u003ci\u003eBlack Sands, The Seven Kingdoms\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCosmic Girls\u003c\/i\u003e, and many more. He is an army veteran, husband, and father of two. His expertise in black culture has captivated the minds of youth across the nation. His electrifying performance on Shark Tank not only showcased the brand's potential but sent it soaring into uncharted territories of success. Manuel's drive stems from a profound desire: to convey authentic tales untouched by external agendas, stories that resonate with real experiences and true histories.","brand":"Manuel P. Godoy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42917664358463,"sku":"9798988182856","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/0710\/5855\/files\/9798988182856.jpg?v=1770663152","url":"https:\/\/casitamanga.com\/products\/black-sands-the-seven-kingdoms-volume-5-9798988182856","provider":"Casita Manga","version":"1.0","type":"link"}