Author Tomi Adeyemi contends with reality in her new book, 'The Siren'

NPR | By Andrew Limbong

Published October 7, 2026 at 4:57 PM CDT

The author Tomi Adeyemi has written fantasy all her life. Now, she has a new book out titled The Siren, which takes place in the real world.

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