Vaishnavi Patel

“Patel uses fascinating fantastical elements to augment a stirring and timely tale about the progressively volatile status of reproductive rights in the United States…The magic system, drawn from Hindu mythology, feels fresh, and it’s deeply satisfying to witness Nisha learn what she’s truly capable of. It’s a brilliant combination of gripping urban fantasy and urgent social commentary.” – Publisher’s Weekly (starred review)

“At a crucial moment in a shifting political climate, We Dance Upon Demons is starting an important conversation about reproductive rights.” – People Magazine

“[A] stunning mix of politics and magic . . . both timely and powerful.” – Cosmopolitan

“The most unique and exciting premise for a story that I have read in the past few months….Patel fits multiple threats and subplots into We Dance Upon Demons without losing sight of the main conflict….a powerful book with lots of momentum and characters who wear their hearts on their sleeves. I’m always going to commend and recommend a book that can make me laugh, feel angry, sad and vindicated all in one read, and Patel excels in giving us a protagonist to root for.” – Locus

“Patel’s latest draws on the history of abortion as well as Indian folklore to paint a thoroughly contemporary picture of the courage of women’s health providers and clinic escorts and the violence and hatred of extremists, all surrounding a coming-of-age story about a young woman learning to believe in her own body and its power. Entertaining, emotional, and relevant.” – Booklist

“Vaishnavi Patel’s fiery, defiant contemporary fantasy . . . does an admirable job of capturing the boiling rage surrounding the rollback of reproductive rights.” – Shelf Awareness