In the spellbinding sequel to his heroic debut, Tristan Strong finds himself grappling with more than just the echoes of his previous battles. Fresh from his harrowing journey to Alke, where African American folk heroes and African gods dwell, Tristan is barely given a moment's reprieve before calamity strikes again. His grandmother, a pillar of strength in his tumultuous life, is kidnapped by a vengeful adversary, propelling Tristan back into the vibrant yet perilous realm of Alke. Accompanied by his ever-comical sidekick, Gum Baby, Tristan embarks on a daring mission not just to save his grandmother but to thwart a villain whose schemes threaten to unravel the very fabric of the world. As Tristan navigates the complexities of his quest, he finds unlikely assistance in the form of Anansi, the trickster god-turned-"web developer," who offers guidance from the confines of Tristan's phone. Joining forces with a cast of new and old folk heroes, Tristan's journey is fraught with challenges that test his courage, resolve, and ability to mend what has been broken. "Tristan Strong Destroys the World" by Kwame Mbalia is a riveting exploration of resilience, healing, and the power of stories to restore balance in the face of unspeakable odds.