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Seattle Picks: Teen - Fantasy

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Magic, dragons, immortals: these are the ingredients for potent fantasy. MS = books for middle school readers.

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Children of Blood and Bone

Children of Blood and Bone

by Adeyemi, Tomi

Book - 2018

When Zélie was young, her mother and all maji were murdered by the monarchy. With the help of her brother and the king’s own daughter, they fight the viol...Show more When Zélie was young, her mother and all maji were murdered by the monarchy. With the help of her brother and the king’s own daughter, they fight the violent crown prince to try to restore magic and free her enslaved people. A well written, action-packed, female-empowered first in a trilogy. Show less

When Zélie was young, her mother and all maji were murdered by the monarchy. With the help of her brother and the king’s own daughter, they fight the viol...Show more When Zélie was young, her mother and all maji were murdered by the monarchy. With the help of her brother and the king’s own daughter, they fight the violent crown prince to try to restore magic and free her enslaved people. A well written, action-packed, female-empowered first in a trilogy. Show less

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The Daughters of Ys

The Daughters of Ys

by Anderson, M. T.

Graphic Novel - 2020

Haunting graphic novel based on ancient Celtic fairy tale; a dark story of deceit, secrets, tragedy and two magical sisters who choose different paths that lead to an ultimate confrontation. Haunting graphic novel based on ancient Celtic fairy tale; a dark story of deceit, secrets, tragedy and two magical sisters who choose different paths that lead to an ultimate confrontation. Show less

Haunting graphic novel based on ancient Celtic fairy tale; a dark story of deceit, secrets, tragedy and two magical sisters who choose different paths that lead to an ultimate confrontation. Haunting graphic novel based on ancient Celtic fairy tale; a dark story of deceit, secrets, tragedy and two magical sisters who choose different paths that lead to an ultimate confrontation. Show less

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City of the Uncommon Thief

City of the Uncommon Thief

by Bertrand, Lynne

Book - 2021

Mystery, deceit, magic, murder, love and adventure are all in this thrilling and unique story. Set in a completely walled off city, most people live thei...Show more Mystery, deceit, magic, murder, love and adventure are all in this thrilling and unique story. Set in a completely walled off city, most people live their whole miserable lives locked in their guild tower, until Errol Thebes uncovers a sinister plot and blows the city open. A great read for those who love detailed world building, mysteries, complex plots, and fans of Leigh Bardugo. Show less

Mystery, deceit, magic, murder, love and adventure are all in this thrilling and unique story. Set in a completely walled off city, most people live thei...Show more Mystery, deceit, magic, murder, love and adventure are all in this thrilling and unique story. Set in a completely walled off city, most people live their whole miserable lives locked in their guild tower, until Errol Thebes uncovers a sinister plot and blows the city open. A great read for those who love detailed world building, mysteries, complex plots, and fans of Leigh Bardugo. Show less

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A Song of Wraiths and Ruin

A Song of Wraiths and Ruin

by Brown, Roseanne A.

Book - 2020

A heart-pounding fantasy of magic, intrigue, dark secrets and evil spirits based on West African folklore, Malik makes a bargain with a spirit to kill the...Show more A heart-pounding fantasy of magic, intrigue, dark secrets and evil spirits based on West African folklore, Malik makes a bargain with a spirit to kill the Princess Karina Alahari in return to free his kidnapped sister. But Karina has made her own bargains and now the two are on a deadly collision course. Show less

A heart-pounding fantasy of magic, intrigue, dark secrets and evil spirits based on West African folklore, Malik makes a bargain with a spirit to kill the...Show more A heart-pounding fantasy of magic, intrigue, dark secrets and evil spirits based on West African folklore, Malik makes a bargain with a spirit to kill the Princess Karina Alahari in return to free his kidnapped sister. But Karina has made her own bargains and now the two are on a deadly collision course. Show less

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The Reader

The Reader

by Chee, Traci

Book - 2017

The day her parents were murdered, Sefia fled to the forest with her aunt Nin, and a strange rectangular object she learns is a book. Now Nin has been kid...Show more The day her parents were murdered, Sefia fled to the forest with her aunt Nin, and a strange rectangular object she learns is a book. Now Nin has been kidnapped, and the mute boy Sefia saves from a life of cage fighting is teaching her to read, while she keeps them alive and discovers the secrets of her past. First in a series, the next book is The Speaker. MS Show less

The day her parents were murdered, Sefia fled to the forest with her aunt Nin, and a strange rectangular object she learns is a book. Now Nin has been kid...Show more The day her parents were murdered, Sefia fled to the forest with her aunt Nin, and a strange rectangular object she learns is a book. Now Nin has been kidnapped, and the mute boy Sefia saves from a life of cage fighting is teaching her to read, while she keeps them alive and discovers the secrets of her past. First in a series, the next book is The Speaker. MS Show less

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Wicked as You Wish

Wicked as You Wish

by Chupeco, Rin

Book - 2020

Retelling of fairy tales including evil immigration agents, the curse of a snow queen, a disposed prince, a petulant firebird, and a large, loving, magica...Show more Retelling of fairy tales including evil immigration agents, the curse of a snow queen, a disposed prince, a petulant firebird, and a large, loving, magical, Filipino family complete with generations of highly skilled Tio and Tia assassins/bodyguards, hiding out in a town so boring magic is undetectable. Show less

Retelling of fairy tales including evil immigration agents, the curse of a snow queen, a disposed prince, a petulant firebird, and a large, loving, magica...Show more Retelling of fairy tales including evil immigration agents, the curse of a snow queen, a disposed prince, a petulant firebird, and a large, loving, magical, Filipino family complete with generations of highly skilled Tio and Tia assassins/bodyguards, hiding out in a town so boring magic is undetectable. Show less

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The Belles

The Belles

by Clayton, Dhonielle

Book - 2018

Beauty is everything. People change their skin, eye, hair color and shape daily through the magic of the Belles. Not is all as it seems - the future queen...Show more Beauty is everything. People change their skin, eye, hair color and shape daily through the magic of the Belles. Not is all as it seems - the future queen is cruel and evil, and there are dark and dangerous secrets around the Belles. First in a series MS Show less

Beauty is everything. People change their skin, eye, hair color and shape daily through the magic of the Belles. Not is all as it seems - the future queen...Show more Beauty is everything. People change their skin, eye, hair color and shape daily through the magic of the Belles. Not is all as it seems - the future queen is cruel and evil, and there are dark and dangerous secrets around the Belles. First in a series MS Show less

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Incendiary

Incendiary

by Córdova, Zoraida

Book - 2020

Renata Convida was kidnapped and brainwashed as a child so her powers could be used as a weapon against the people. Now she is working with the rebels to ...Show more Renata Convida was kidnapped and brainwashed as a child so her powers could be used as a weapon against the people. Now she is working with the rebels to overthrow the regime that hunts them down but everyone seems to be hiding secrets; no one knows who to trust and time is running out for anyone with magic. Show less

Renata Convida was kidnapped and brainwashed as a child so her powers could be used as a weapon against the people. Now she is working with the rebels to ...Show more Renata Convida was kidnapped and brainwashed as a child so her powers could be used as a weapon against the people. Now she is working with the rebels to overthrow the regime that hunts them down but everyone seems to be hiding secrets; no one knows who to trust and time is running out for anyone with magic. Show less

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Broken Wish

Broken Wish

by Dao, Julie C.

Book - 2020

What makes a witch "wicked"? Is it being different, an independent woman, understanding how plants work or is it having to defend herself from c...Show more What makes a witch "wicked"? Is it being different, an independent woman, understanding how plants work or is it having to defend herself from cruel, small-minded townspeople? Retelling of fairytale legends from the perspective of the women at the center of them. MS Show less

What makes a witch "wicked"? Is it being different, an independent woman, understanding how plants work or is it having to defend herself from c...Show more What makes a witch "wicked"? Is it being different, an independent woman, understanding how plants work or is it having to defend herself from cruel, small-minded townspeople? Retelling of fairytale legends from the perspective of the women at the center of them. MS Show less

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The Gilded Ones

The Gilded Ones

by Forna, Namina

Book - 2020

Red blood means you are "pure" gold blood means you are "tainted" with powers. Deka does not fit in her village and now her gold blood...Show more Red blood means you are "pure" gold blood means you are "tainted" with powers. Deka does not fit in her village and now her gold blood marks her as an outcast. After months of torture she is given a chance to join a quasi-immortal band of woman warriors fighting for the emperor. But this is just another cage and now Deka and her sisters must fight for true freedom for women. MS Show less

Red blood means you are "pure" gold blood means you are "tainted" with powers. Deka does not fit in her village and now her gold blood...Show more Red blood means you are "pure" gold blood means you are "tainted" with powers. Deka does not fit in her village and now her gold blood marks her as an outcast. After months of torture she is given a chance to join a quasi-immortal band of woman warriors fighting for the emperor. But this is just another cage and now Deka and her sisters must fight for true freedom for women. MS Show less

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Lobizona

Lobizona

by Garber, Romina

Book - 2020

Being undocumented means never feeling safe. Discovering you are half magical and and falling into a magical school where you learn they want you dead mea...Show more Being undocumented means never feeling safe. Discovering you are half magical and and falling into a magical school where you learn they want you dead means deciding to stand up be who you are regardless of your gender, your immigration status, or your lineage. Show less

Being undocumented means never feeling safe. Discovering you are half magical and and falling into a magical school where you learn they want you dead mea...Show more Being undocumented means never feeling safe. Discovering you are half magical and and falling into a magical school where you learn they want you dead means deciding to stand up be who you are regardless of your gender, your immigration status, or your lineage. Show less

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A Gift for A Ghost

A Gift for A Ghost

A Graphic Novel

by González, Borja

Graphic Novel - 2020

Two young women separated by 160 years with similar aspirations for artistic expression, one wants to start a punk rock band and one wants to write gothic poetry, have entwined destines where the actions of one sets the other free. Two young women separated by 160 years with similar aspirations for artistic expression, one wants to start a punk rock band and one wants to write gothic poetry, have entwined destines where the actions of one sets the other free. Show less

Two young women separated by 160 years with similar aspirations for artistic expression, one wants to start a punk rock band and one wants to write gothic poetry, have entwined destines where the actions of one sets the other free. Two young women separated by 160 years with similar aspirations for artistic expression, one wants to start a punk rock band and one wants to write gothic poetry, have entwined destines where the actions of one sets the other free. Show less

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The Iron Raven

The Iron Raven

by Kagawa, Julie

Book - 2021

Puck, like you have never seen him, telling his own story for once! He and his friends are fighting an evil so dark it feeds on hidden anger turning it i...Show more Puck, like you have never seen him, telling his own story for once! He and his friends are fighting an evil so dark it feeds on hidden anger turning it into hatred and turning everyone against their allies. First in a series, spin off from the popular Iron Fey series. MS Show less

Puck, like you have never seen him, telling his own story for once! He and his friends are fighting an evil so dark it feeds on hidden anger turning it i...Show more Puck, like you have never seen him, telling his own story for once! He and his friends are fighting an evil so dark it feeds on hidden anger turning it into hatred and turning everyone against their allies. First in a series, spin off from the popular Iron Fey series. MS Show less

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The Bookweaver's Daughter

The Bookweaver's Daughter

by Kannan, Malavika

Book - 2020

At the center of this excellent debut by an 18-year-old writer, is the bond of friendships. Two young woman, one a peasant, one hiding secret magical powe...Show more At the center of this excellent debut by an 18-year-old writer, is the bond of friendships. Two young woman, one a peasant, one hiding secret magical powers, must flee for their lives from a royal family bent on maintaining control at all costs. This quest tale about finding your voice and power, has lots of action, fight scenes, and many well developed characters. MS Show less

At the center of this excellent debut by an 18-year-old writer, is the bond of friendships. Two young woman, one a peasant, one hiding secret magical powe...Show more At the center of this excellent debut by an 18-year-old writer, is the bond of friendships. Two young woman, one a peasant, one hiding secret magical powers, must flee for their lives from a royal family bent on maintaining control at all costs. This quest tale about finding your voice and power, has lots of action, fight scenes, and many well developed characters. MS Show less

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M.F.K

M.F.K

by Magruder, Nilah

Graphic Novel - 2017

Graphic novel set in a desert land where Abbie, who just wants to be alone on her quest, is nursed back to health in a village needing help standing up to magical bullies. Turns out she is more than just an average teenage girl. MS Graphic novel set in a desert land where Abbie, who just wants to be alone on her quest, is nursed back to health in a village needing help standing up to magical bullies. Turns out she is more than just an average teenage girl. MS Show less

Graphic novel set in a desert land where Abbie, who just wants to be alone on her quest, is nursed back to health in a village needing help standing up to magical bullies. Turns out she is more than just an average teenage girl. MS Graphic novel set in a desert land where Abbie, who just wants to be alone on her quest, is nursed back to health in a village needing help standing up to magical bullies. Turns out she is more than just an average teenage girl. MS Show less

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Miss Meteor

Miss Meteor

by Mejia, Tehlor Kay

Book - 2020

Lita Perez is a little spacey - from outer space that is - and she is disappearing. She knows she must win the Miss Meteor pageant to stay human, but girl...Show more Lita Perez is a little spacey - from outer space that is - and she is disappearing. She knows she must win the Miss Meteor pageant to stay human, but girls like her do not win... unless you have Chicky Quintanilla and her sisters on your side. Friendship, family, LGBTQIA+ romance, and hijinks make Miss Meteor a fun, heart warming read. MS Show less

Lita Perez is a little spacey - from outer space that is - and she is disappearing. She knows she must win the Miss Meteor pageant to stay human, but girl...Show more Lita Perez is a little spacey - from outer space that is - and she is disappearing. She knows she must win the Miss Meteor pageant to stay human, but girls like her do not win... unless you have Chicky Quintanilla and her sisters on your side. Friendship, family, LGBTQIA+ romance, and hijinks make Miss Meteor a fun, heart warming read. MS Show less

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Pistouvi

Pistouvi

by Merwan

Graphic Novel - 2020

A girl and her best friend, a fox, explore their strange, dreamy, world and what friendship means as they grow older. MS A girl and her best friend, a fox, explore their strange, dreamy, world and what friendship means as they grow older. MS Show less

A girl and her best friend, a fox, explore their strange, dreamy, world and what friendship means as they grow older. MS A girl and her best friend, a fox, explore their strange, dreamy, world and what friendship means as they grow older. MS Show less

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A Song Below Water

A Song Below Water

by Morrow, Bethany C.

Book - 2020

Sirens are feared and fetishized. Sirens are Black women. Being Black in Portland, OR is not easy, but secretly being an unregistered siren is deadly. Set...Show more Sirens are feared and fetishized. Sirens are Black women. Being Black in Portland, OR is not easy, but secretly being an unregistered siren is deadly. Set in a backdrop of #BLM uprisings, Tavia and Effie are play cousins trying to force the world to accept and make room for their race, gender, and true Black Girl Magic. MS Show less

Sirens are feared and fetishized. Sirens are Black women. Being Black in Portland, OR is not easy, but secretly being an unregistered siren is deadly. Set...Show more Sirens are feared and fetishized. Sirens are Black women. Being Black in Portland, OR is not easy, but secretly being an unregistered siren is deadly. Set in a backdrop of #BLM uprisings, Tavia and Effie are play cousins trying to force the world to accept and make room for their race, gender, and true Black Girl Magic. MS Show less

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Beasts Made of Night

Beasts Made of Night

by Onyebuchi, Tochi

Book - 2017

The aki slay and eat the sin beasts of the rich and powerful, bearing all their pain and guilt until they are slain or go mad. They live in poverty, shunn...Show more The aki slay and eat the sin beasts of the rich and powerful, bearing all their pain and guilt until they are slain or go mad. They live in poverty, shunned and abused until Taj, a strong young aki, uncovers a plot to destroy the city and stands up to fight for his life and all the downtrodden. First in a thrilling new series MS Show less

The aki slay and eat the sin beasts of the rich and powerful, bearing all their pain and guilt until they are slain or go mad. They live in poverty, shunn...Show more The aki slay and eat the sin beasts of the rich and powerful, bearing all their pain and guilt until they are slain or go mad. They live in poverty, shunned and abused until Taj, a strong young aki, uncovers a plot to destroy the city and stands up to fight for his life and all the downtrodden. First in a thrilling new series MS Show less

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Given

Given

by Taylor, Nandi

Book - 2020

When the king of Yirba develops a mysterious illness, Yenni travels off island to see what she can learn to save her father. She experiences racism, sexis...Show more When the king of Yirba develops a mysterious illness, Yenni travels off island to see what she can learn to save her father. She experiences racism, sexism and life threatening danger because of her powerful magical abilities. It seems no one is her friend except Wyesh, an infuriating and handsome dragon-shifter who after one sniff insists she is his given. Show less

When the king of Yirba develops a mysterious illness, Yenni travels off island to see what she can learn to save her father. She experiences racism, sexis...Show more When the king of Yirba develops a mysterious illness, Yenni travels off island to see what she can learn to save her father. She experiences racism, sexism and life threatening danger because of her powerful magical abilities. It seems no one is her friend except Wyesh, an infuriating and handsome dragon-shifter who after one sniff insists she is his given. Show less

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Star Daughter

by Thakrar, Shveta

Book - 2020

Sheetal Mistry must hide that she is half star because humans hunt stars for their magical healing blood. When she gravely injures her father with her unc...Show more Sheetal Mistry must hide that she is half star because humans hunt stars for their magical healing blood. When she gravely injures her father with her uncontrolled power, she and her best friend travel to the sky realm to get the cure to heal him. There she must quickly learn the rules of the sky court and win a musical competition before it is too late. Inspired by Hindu mythology. MS Show less

Sheetal Mistry must hide that she is half star because humans hunt stars for their magical healing blood. When she gravely injures her father with her unc...Show more Sheetal Mistry must hide that she is half star because humans hunt stars for their magical healing blood. When she gravely injures her father with her uncontrolled power, she and her best friend travel to the sky realm to get the cure to heal him. There she must quickly learn the rules of the sky court and win a musical competition before it is too late. Inspired by Hindu mythology. MS Show less

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Cemetery Boys

Cemetery Boys

by Thomas, Aiden

Book - 2020

Yadriel proves trans boys can be brujos when he successfully performs the magic quince ritual to gain his powers. He does not expect to summon the spirit ...Show more Yadriel proves trans boys can be brujos when he successfully performs the magic quince ritual to gain his powers. He does not expect to summon the spirit of Julian Diaz, resident hot, gay, bad boy of his school. Together they must solve the mystery of his murder, and the other dark happenings going on in this magical version of east L.A. Show less

Yadriel proves trans boys can be brujos when he successfully performs the magic quince ritual to gain his powers. He does not expect to summon the spirit ...Show more Yadriel proves trans boys can be brujos when he successfully performs the magic quince ritual to gain his powers. He does not expect to summon the spirit of Julian Diaz, resident hot, gay, bad boy of his school. Together they must solve the mystery of his murder, and the other dark happenings going on in this magical version of east L.A. Show less

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The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea

The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea

by Tokuda-Hall, Maggie

Book - 2020

Deadly pirates, a plot to kill a rebellious imperial daughter, danger, murder, magic, mermaids and the long overdue revenge of the very sea herself. Flor...Show more Deadly pirates, a plot to kill a rebellious imperial daughter, danger, murder, magic, mermaids and the long overdue revenge of the very sea herself. Flora/Florian and the lady Evelyn are from different worlds but they fall in love and together save each other from the destruction of the world of evil men. MS Show less

Deadly pirates, a plot to kill a rebellious imperial daughter, danger, murder, magic, mermaids and the long overdue revenge of the very sea herself. Flor...Show more Deadly pirates, a plot to kill a rebellious imperial daughter, danger, murder, magic, mermaids and the long overdue revenge of the very sea herself. Flora/Florian and the lady Evelyn are from different worlds but they fall in love and together save each other from the destruction of the world of evil men. MS Show less

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A Thousand Beginnings and Endings

A Thousand Beginnings and Endings

15 Retellings of Asian Myths and Legends

Book - 2018

Short stories by fifteen popular Authors of Color, retelling tales from folklore and mythology of East and South Asia. Short stories by fifteen popular Authors of Color, retelling tales from folklore and mythology of East and South Asia. Show less

Short stories by fifteen popular Authors of Color, retelling tales from folklore and mythology of East and South Asia. Short stories by fifteen popular Authors of Color, retelling tales from folklore and mythology of East and South Asia. Show less

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Ever After

Ever After

by Vieweg, Olivia

Graphic Novel - 2020

Dreamy, ethereal graphic novel about two girls who forge a friendship while stuck in between safe zones and trying to survive the undead. Dreamy, ethereal graphic novel about two girls who forge a friendship while stuck in between safe zones and trying to survive the undead. Show less

Dreamy, ethereal graphic novel about two girls who forge a friendship while stuck in between safe zones and trying to survive the undead. Dreamy, ethereal graphic novel about two girls who forge a friendship while stuck in between safe zones and trying to survive the undead. Show less

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