Beasts of Prey by Ayana Gray is the first book in a new epic fantasy series about two Black teens on a collision course with destiny. Indentured at the Night Zoo, Koffi possesses a magic that could get her killed, but it also makes her capable of warding off a monster known as the Shetani. Meanwhile, Ekon dreams of becoming a warrior, something he believes will become a reality if he and Koffi can bring down the Shetani for good.