Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé was also a Buddhist monk

was also a Buddhist monk and a life-long traveller

But they have found techniques to help them master any material

This is a time when the space for free speech is shrinking in India

spanning such diverse disciplines as economics

At this very fine and disturbing novel's core is a compelling meditation on love in all its ramifications' Herald'Keeps us guessing until almost the last page' Financial Times'Few writers have sustained such an engagement with the classic (Anglophone) canon

Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé was also a Buddhist monkAn incendiary and utterly compelling thriller with a shocking twist that delves deep into the heart of institutionalized racism, from an exceptional new YA voice. Welcome to Niveus Private Academy, where money paves the hallways, and the students are never less than perfect. Until now. Because anonymous texter, Aces, is bringing two students' dark secrets to light. Talented musician Devon buries himself in rehearsals, but he can't escape the spotlight