{"book":{"book":"The Siren","author":"Tomi Adeyemi","publicationYear":"","description":"The Siren is a novel by Tomi Adeyemi that marks a shift from her earlier fantasy epics to a contemporary backdrop. The story is set on a college campus and unfolds within the real world. Adeyemi explores new thematic territory as she transitions from mythical settings to modern interpersonal dynamics. In her interview, she discusses the process of grounding this narrative in everyday reality and balancing her creative work. The novel showcases Adeyemi's versatility as an author navigating fresh storytelling challenges.","image":"https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims3/default/strip/false/crop/2160x2160+0+0/resize/3000/quality/66/format/jpg/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F96%2F4a%2F1e0f3745447cb93de1b8809e99fd%2F394d7037-77d7-48c6-9360-92f25462140b.jpg","date":"2026-10-07"}}