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Terrier
by Tamora Pierce
An adventure of discovery, as a young girl discovers her true strength and courage to save her beloved city.
The story is told in the form of a series of journal entries made by Beka Cooper as she trains to become a Provosts Dog, a nickname for the police men and women in the employ of the Lord Provost of ... (Wikipedia)
Mastiff
by Tamora Pierce
A female knight embarks on a quest to stop a powerful tyrant and protect her kingdom.
The book opens in the beginning of June 249 H.E. at the funeral of Holborn Staftstall, Beka Cooper's fiance and a five-year Dog also at the Jane Street kennel. All the Dogs realize that Holborn's ... (Wikipedia)
Lioness Rampant
by Tamora Pierce
Alanna of Trebond, now a knight, must face her greatest challenge yet to save her kingdom from a powerful sorcerer.
The first chapter of this book finds Alanna, Faithful, and Coram on a quest for the 'Dominion Jewel', which grants immense psychokinetic power to any monarch who owns it. In the town of Berat, Alanna ... (Wikipedia)
Witch Child
by Celia Rees
A young girl accused of witchcraft flees to America, where she must navigate a new world and hide her true identity.
The spellbinding diary of a teenage girl who escapes persecution as a witch–only to face new intolerance in a Puritan settlement. Enter the world of young Mary Newbury, a world where simply being ... (Goodreads)
Eon: Dragoneye Reborn
by Alison Goodman
A young apprentice learns to wield the power of dragons and save the kingdom from destruction.
Also Known As: Two Pearls of Wisdom, Eon: Rise of the Dragoneye, and Eon (All the same book just published with different publishers) Swordplay, dragon magic–and a hero with a desperate secret ... (Goodreads)
Graceling
by Kristin Cashore
Adventure story of a young girl who discovers her extraordinary abilities and the risks she must take to protect her kingdom.
This book tells the story of Katsa, a young woman with a "Grace", or power, which enhances her survival skills and makes her a highly efficient killer. It takes place in a world where Gracelings, or ... (Wikipedia)
The Angel Experiment
by James Patterson
A group of genetically engineered children on the run from a dangerous government agency.
Six unforgettable kids — with no families, no homes — are running for their lives. Max Ride and her best friends have the ability to fly. And that's just the beginning of their amazing powers. But ... (Goodreads)
Peter and the Starcatchers
by Dave Barry
A prequel to Peter Pan, following Peter and Molly as they protect a magical substance from pirates.
In 19th century London, an orphaned boy named Peter and fellow orphans James, Thomas, Prentiss, and Tubby Ted are shipped out on the decrepit Never Land , under the command of First Mate Slank and ... (Wikipedia)
Pretties
by Scott Westerfeld
In a future society, Tally is transformed into a "pretty" and discovers the dark truth behind the operation.
The book begins with Tally, the main protagonist, as a Pretty debating what to wear to a bash. While attending the bash at which she is to be voted into the "Crims" clique, she is followed by someone ... (Wikipedia)
Dragonsong
by Anne McCaffrey
A young girl's quest to unlock the secrets of dragon music and save her world.
Taking place seven years after the events of, Dragonflight, , the book opens with Menolly , youngest daughter of Masterfisher Yanus, Sea Holder of Half-Circle Seahold, ,[e], in the fictional world of ... (Wikipedia)
Curse of the Blue Tattoo: Being an Account of the Misadventures of Jacky Faber, Midshipman and Fine Lady
by L.A. Meyer
Jacky Faber, a young woman disguised as a boy, continues her adventures on the high seas.
After saying goodbye to her shipmates, Jacky is sent to Lawson Peabody's and turned over to the custody of Miranda Pimm, the elderly headmistress. From the start, it is clear that she has a very low ... (Wikipedia)
Brightly Burning
by Mercedes Lackey
A young girl with magical powers is taken in by a group of mages and must navigate the dangerous world of magic and politics.
Brightly Burning marks Mercedes Lackey's return to the kingdom of Valdemar, and introduces us to a portion of the otherwise unchronicled reign of King Theran. The book's principle figure is ... (Goodreads)
Small Favor
by Jim Butcher
A wizard detective uses magic to solve a dangerous supernatural mystery.
One year after the events in, White Night, , Dresden is confronted by Queen Mab calling in one of the favors owed her by Harry: that he be her "Emissary," and protect John Marcone. Despite repeated ... (Wikipedia)
The Dragon Heir
by Cinda Williams Chima
A young wizard must navigate a world of magic, politics, and power struggles to claim his rightful place as the Dragon Heir.
The covenant that was meant to keep the wizard wars at bay has been stolen, and the sanctuary of Trinity must prepare for attack. Seph monitors the Weirwalls, while Jack and Ellen train their army of ... (Goodreads)
The Alchemyst
by Michael Scott
Teenage twins must protect an ancient book from powerful forces, unlocking secrets of alchemy.
Sophie and Josh Newman are 15-year-old twins who are working at their summer jobs in The Coffee Cup in San Francisco (Sophie works at The Coffee Cup, Josh works at the bookstore on the other side of ... (Wikipedia)
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast
by Robin McKinley
An unconventional retelling of a classic fairytale, exploring themes of love and transformation.
Roderick Huston, a wealthy merchant and widower, has three daughters; Grace, Hope, and Honour. When Honour was a child she asked what her name meant and afterwards said she'd rather be named Beauty, ... (Wikipedia)
Lirael
by Garth Nix
An orphan girl discovers her magical powers and embarks on a quest to save her kingdom.
Lirael, the protagonist of the second and third books, is raised as a Clayr, part of a vast family of precognitive women who dwell in a remote glacier within the Old Kingdom. As she lacks the Clayr's ... (Wikipedia)
Dark Lord of Derkholm
by Diana Wynne Jones
A satirical fantasy novel about a world forced to host tours for magical beings. The story follows a family of wizards who must play the role of the "Dark Lord" for the tourists.
In a meeting about the Pilgrim Parties, High Chancellor Querida takes a wizard, a high priest and a thief to see the Oracles, who determine that the next person the group sees will play the role of ... (Wikipedia)
Crown Duel
by Sherwood Smith
A young woman's courageous fight against a powerful monarchy to restore justice to her kingdom.
Battle on and off the field, with sword and fan, with might and manners... It begins in a cold and shabby tower room, where young Countess Meliara swears to her dying father that she and her brother ... (Goodreads)
Rapunzel's Revenge
by Shannon Hale
A retelling of the classic fairy tale, Rapunzel, with a twist. Rapunzel is a brave and skilled heroine who uses her long hair as a weapon to fight for justice.
Once upon a time, in a land you only think you know, lived a little girl and her mother . . . or the woman she thought was her mother. Every day, when the little girl played in her pretty garden, she ... (Goodreads)
Dealing with Dragons
by Patricia C. Wrede
A young princess embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning to stand up for herself and others.
Princess Cimorene is frustrated by her life and persuades the castle staff to teach her fencing, magic, cooking, Latin, and other interesting subjects that are considered very "improper" for ... (Wikipedia)
Arrow's Fall
by Mercedes Lackey
The final book in the Heralds of Valdemar trilogy. Talia must use her powers to save the kingdom from a dangerous enemy.
Having completed her year and a half interning in the field, Talia returns to Haven as Queen's Own Herald in right. In her absence, the Council of Valdemar has been considering an offer of an ... (Wikipedia)
Arrow's Flight
by Mercedes Lackey
An epic fantasy tale of a young archer and a magical kingdom in danger.
Set in the medieval fantasy kingdom of Valdemar, this unique and exciting novel continues the story of Talia. Having mastered the powers necessary to a guardian of the kingdom, she faces the final ... (Goodreads)
Jasper Jones
by Craig Silvey
An Australian coming-of-age story, exploring racial prejudice and the power of friendship.
The protagonist Charlie Bucktin is a quiet, book loving, 13-year-old boy who lives in the fictitious rural town of Corrigan, Western Australia. On a summer evening in 1965, Charlie receives an ... (Wikipedia)
Blue Bloods
by Melissa de la Cruz
A group of wealthy teenagers uncover secrets of their supernatural heritage.
When the Mayflower set sail in 1620, it carried on board the men and women who would shape America: Miles Standish; John Alden; Constance Hopkins. But some among the Pilgrims were not pure of heart; ... (Goodreads)
Enna Burning
by Shannon Hale
A young girl's journey of self-discovery, unlocking the secrets to mastering her magical powers.
Enna has returned to the forest to live with her elder brother, Leifer. After finding a vellum scroll, Leifer learns the secret of 'fire-speaking', the ability to control the element of fire. ... (Wikipedia)
The Burning Page
by Genevieve Cogman
A librarian investigates a mysterious book, uncovering secrets that could threaten the universe.
The third title in Genevieve Cogman's clever and exciting The Invisible Library series, The Burning Page is an action-packed literary adventure! Librarian spy Irene has professional standards to ... (Goodreads)
The Blood of Olympus
by Rick Riordan
Final battle of the demigods of ancient Greece, uniting to prevent the apocalypse.
After the events of the previous novel , Jason, Piper, and Annabeth disguise themselves with Hazel's Mist to infiltrate Odysseus ' home in Ithaca , where Gaea's resurrected souls are gathering. They ... (Wikipedia)
The High King's Tomb
by Kristen Britain
An epic fantasy adventure, as a young knight embarks on a quest to save her kingdom.
Karigan G’Ladheon, a member of the King’s Green Rider messenger service, finds her life increasingly tangled in the third book of the Green Rider series. King Zachary, for whom Karigan has feelings, ... (Wikipedia)
The Crown of Embers
by Rae Carson
A princess must use her courage and wit to save her kingdom and find a path to her destiny.
“Carson joins the ranks of writers like Kristin Cashore, Megan Whalen Turner, and Tamora Pierce as one of YA’s best writers of high fantasy.”— Locus Magazine The second book in Rae Carson’s ... (Barnes & Noble)
