The Cruel Prince is a coming of age trilogy written by Holly Black which follows Jude Duarte. The first novel follows Jude as she tries to find her place in Faerie. Throughout the novel, she will do anything to reach her goal which in turn, forms unlikely partnerships. This novel has elements of cruelty and romance. For someone who's looking for lots of romance, this is probably not the book for you, unless you want to commit to the whole series. I would rate this book a 4.2 out of 5 as it is very plot heavy.
Keeper of the Lost Cities is the first of many books by Shanon Messenger. It’s about 12 year old Sophie Foster who learns something that will change the world as she knows it to change completely. I think this book is fantastic because it has lots of action and fun characters. My favorite part is when Sophie meets Dex, my favorite character. The writing style of this book is great, because it’s all from Sophie’s point of view. I would recommend this book for late elementary or middle school readers.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller is a novel that reimagines the epic Greek myth of Achilles and Patroclus. It tells the story from the perspective of Patroclus, who becomes Achilles' closest companion and lover. The novel explores their deep bond as they navigate the challenges of growing up, training under the centaur Chiron, and eventually joining the Trojan War. Miller delves into their emotional journey, the complexities of their relationship, and the impact of destiny on their lives.
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is a fantasy novel by Ransom Riggs that follows the journey of Jacob Portman, a teenager who discovers a mysterious orphanage on a remote Welsh island. The orphanage is home to peculiar children, each possessing unique supernatural abilities. As Jacob learns more about the children and their guardian, the enigmatic Miss Peregrine, he uncovers a hidden world filled with danger and intrigue.
The Last Olympian is the fifth book in Rick Riordans first series. The Second Titan War has begun, with the gods battling Typhon, Posiedon battling ancient ocean gods and monsters, and Camp Half-Blood and the demigods fighting Kronos’s armies. Percy has faced Kronos many times before, but it’s extremely difficult this time because Kronos is possessing Luke Castellan, His old friend and nemesis, and Percy’s girlfriend Anabeth’s older brother figure.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is a story about a girl named Minli who lives in a poor village on Fruitless Mountain. After hearing a story about how the old man of the moon, who lived on the top of Never-Ending Mountain could grant you one wish, Minli decided to start her search for the old man of the moon. Along the way she meets a talking fish, a king, and even a dragon. I love this book because there are alot of unexpected twists and fun characters.
The City of Ember is a tale about a rundown underground city due to a mysterious disaster. This story follows Lina Mayfleet and Doon Harrow who live inside the crumbling city. They must hurry to solve clues to get everyone out before the lights go out forever. I like how this book leaves you clinging to every word so once you start you can’t stop! My favorite part is when they get to choose their jobs and when they are exploring the pipeworks.
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo follows the story of Galaxy "Alex" Stern, a young woman with the ability to see ghosts and interact with the supernatural world. She is offered a chance at a new life when she is recruited into Lethe House, a secret society at Yale University that monitors and regulates magic and occult activities among the elite students.
Circe by Madeline Miller is a retelling of the ancient Greek myth of the witch-goddess Circe. The novel follows Circe, an immortal nymph with a unique ability to practice witchcraft, as she navigates her way through the challenges and complexities of her divine existence. Exiled to a remote island for her transformational powers, Circe encounters numerous mythological figures including Odysseus, who visits her realm during his journey home from the Trojan War.
In a war-torn world with the commanding general as a mother and a chronic medical condition, Violet only prays she’ll be able to live a peaceful life as a scribe like her father, who always told her that scribes held the history of their race in their hands. However, her mother has a much different plan in mind for Violet - to bond with a dragon and become one of the warriors of their nation. Forced to enter the dragon rider quadrant, she begins training at first with trepidation, only trying to survive.
