King Billy and the Royal Road

RC Ajuonuma enjoys dreaming up stories and writing them down. He also likes theatre and football, but not necessarily in that order. He lives in London with his family.

'I wonder what the great mythologist Joseph Campbell would think of this book? I found it charming and considered it appropriate for children upon first glance. Although I wouldn’t think twice about reading this to my son, I do see that it contains many adult themes. In short, it is a retelling of the hero’s journey. It should be told by a minstrel or professional storyteller around a bonfire, under the stars. There are so many symbols and mythic threads woven throughout this beautiful, dark, lyrical tale. It completely captivated me and brought me to another world, or the ancient past. I highly recommend this short yet powerful book for children and adults alike.' - Caitlin G., NetGalley Reviewer