The Obelisk Gate by N.K. Jemisin

Return to the Broken Earth in N.K. Jemisin's stunning sequel to The Fifth Season. As the world descends further into a volcanic winter, our protagonists must harness their orogene powers to save humanity—or perhaps to end it. Jemisin's expert pacing and expanding mythology create a story that is both a pulse-pounding adventure and a nuanced examination of power, family, and survival. With its perfect balance of character development and world-shattering events, this book deepens the series' exploration of climate change, oppression, and the cost of progress.