Recommendations based on The Bird and the Swordby Amy Harmon

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  1. From Sand and Ash

    by Amy Harmon
    A forbidden love story set in the backdrop of WWII Italy.

    Italy, 1943—Germany occupies much of the country, placing the Jewish population in grave danger during World War II., As children, Eva Rosselli and Angelo Bianco were raised like family but divided ... (Barnes & Noble)

  2. The Queen and the Cure

    by Amy Harmon
    A healer and a queen embark on a dangerous journey to save their kingdom from a mysterious illness.

    There will be a battle, and you will need to protect your heart. Kjell of Jeru had always known who he was. He'd never envied his brother or wanted to be king. He was the bastard son of the late King ... (Barnes & Noble)

  3. Magic Bitter, Magic Sweet

    by Charlie N. Holmberg
    A young woman with no memory of her past possesses the ability to infuse magical qualities into baked goods, leading her on a journey to uncover her identity.

    Maire is a baker with an extraordinary gift: she can infuse her treats with emotions and abilities, which are then passed on to those who eat them. She doesn’t know why she can do this and remembers ... (Barnes & Noble)

  4. The Smallest Part

    by Amy Harmon
    Childhood friends navigate love, loss, and secrets. A heart-wrenching story of friendship, forgiveness, and second chances.

    It was a big lie. The biggest lie she’d ever told. It reverberated through her head as she said it, ringing eerily, and the girl behind her eyes—the girl who knew the truth—screamed, and her scream ... (Goodreads)

  5. The Bear and the Nightingale

    by Katherine Arden
    A folktale of a brave girl who defies the dark forces threatening her village.

    At the edge of the Russian wilderness, winter lasts most of the year and the snowdrifts grow taller than houses. But Vasilisa doesn't mind—she spends the winter nights huddled around the embers of a ... (Goodreads)

  6. The Scorpio Races

    by Maggie Stiefvater
    A thrilling race between magical sea horses, set against a backdrop of danger and suspense.

    It happens at the start of every November: the Scorpio Races. Riders attempt to keep hold of their water horses long enough to make it to the finish line. Some riders live. Others die. At age ... (Goodreads)

  7. The Language of Flowers

    by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
    A young woman's journey of healing and redemption through the power of flowers.

    The Victorian language of flowers was used to convey romantic expressions: honeysuckle for devotion, asters for patience, and red roses for love. But for Victoria Jones, it’s been more useful in ... (Goodreads)

  8. Appealed

    by Emma Chase
    A lawyer fights to overturn a wrongful conviction, while dealing with personal struggles and a second chance at love.

    When Brent Mason looks at Kennedy Randolph, he doesn’t see the awkward, sweet girl who grew up next door. He sees a self-assured, stunning woman…who wants to crush the most intimate - and prized - ... (Goodreads)

  9. Cress

    by Marissa Meyer
    A girl's fight to reclaim her identity and save her kingdom from a tyrannical queen.

    The novel begins with an introduction to Crescent "Cress" Moon Darnel, a sixteen-year-old girl living in a satellite in space that has been her prison for most of her life. She is contacted by ... (Wikipedia)

  10. Twisted Palace

    by Erin Watt
    The final book in the "Royals" series, where secrets are revealed and the truth comes out in a dramatic conclusion.

    "This generation's Cruel Intentions." Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author These Royals will ruin you... From mortal enemies to unexpected allies, two teenagers try to protect ... (Barnes & Noble)

  11. The Hating Game

    by Sally Thorne
    A lighthearted battle of wits between two enemies who eventually fall in love.

    Debut author Sally Thorne bursts on the scene with a hilarious and sexy workplace comedy all about that thin, fine line between hate and love. Nemesis (n.) 1) An opponent or rival whom a person ... (Goodreads)

  12. Punk 57

    by Penelope Douglas
    Two pen pals, Misha and Ryen, finally meet in high school, but their true identities and secrets threaten to tear them apart.

    From New York Times Bestselling Author, Penelope Douglas, comes the latest standalone love-hate romance..."We were perfect together. Until we met." MishaI can't help but smile at the lyrics in her ... (Barnes & Noble)

  13. Dreamer's Pool

    by Juliet Marillier
    A mysterious healer, Blackthorn, and her companion, Grim, help those in need while seeking revenge against their oppressors.

    Award-winning author Juliet Marillier "weaves magic, mythology, and folklore into every sentence on the page" (The Book Smugglers). Now she begins an all-new and enchanting series that will transport ... (Goodreads)

  14. Empire of Storms

    by Sarah J. Maas
    Epic fantasy adventure as a young queen fights to reclaim her throne amidst a war-torn kingdom.

    Kingdoms collide in Sarah J. Maas's epic fifth installment in the, New York Times, bestselling Throne of Glass series. The long path to the throne has only just begun for Aelin Galathynius. Loyalties ... (Barnes & Noble)

  15. The Diabolic

    by S.J. Kincaid
    A genetically engineered killing machine, Nemesis, must impersonate a senator's daughter to save her life and the fate of the galaxy.

    “The perfect kind of high-pressure adventure.” —TeenVogue.com,A, New York Times, bestseller! Red Queen meets The Hunger Games in this epic novel about what happens when a senator’s daughter is ... (Goodreads)

  16. A List of Cages

    by Robin Roe
    Heart-wrenching story of two boys, once foster brothers, who reunite in high school and confront their traumatic past.

    This "gripping and moving" story of two foster brothers sharply examines the impact of loss, grief, and abuse (Emma Donohgue, bestselling author of, Room,) — and celebrates the power of friendship. ... (Barnes & Noble)

  17. My Oxford Year

    by Julia Whelan
    A young woman from America travels to Oxford to study and falls in love with a charming British man, but must confront unexpected challenges.

    Major Motion Picture Already in Development with Temple Hill Entertainment One of the Best Books of April for Brit + Co and Liz and Lisa! Set amidst the breathtaking beauty of Oxford, this sparkling ... (Barnes & Noble)

  18. Heart's Blood

    by Juliet Marillier
    A young woman's search for a magical cure to save her family from a dark curse.

    Whistling Tor is a place of secrets, a mysterious, wooded hill housing the crumbling fortress of a chieftain whose name is spoken throughout the district in tones of revulsion and bitterness. A curse ... (Goodreads)

  19. Heir of Fire

    by Sarah J. Maas
    A young woman discovers her magical powers and embarks on an epic quest to fight evil.

    Celaena has survived deadly contests and shattering heartbreak-but at an unspeakable cost. Now, she must travel to a new land to confront her darkest truth . . . a truth about her heritage that could ... (Goodreads)

  20. The Beauty of Darkness

    by Mary E. Pearson
    A young woman's struggle to survive in a kingdom of darkness, in search of a way to restore light.

    The third and final book in the, New York Times-,bestselling Remnant Chronicles. Lia has survived Venda—but so has a great evil bent on the destruction of Morrighan. And only Lia can stop it. With ... (Barnes & Noble)

  21. Keturah and Lord Death

    by Martine Leavitt
    A young woman's quest to find true love by outsmarting Death himself.

    Martine Leavitt offers a spellbinding story, interweaving elements of classic fantasy and high romance in this National Book Award Finalist. Keturah follows a legendary hart into the king's forest, ... (Goodreads)

  22. Nation

    by Terry Pratchett
    A story of courage and determination, as an island nation rebuilds its culture and identity after a devastating tsunami.

    Alone on a desert island — everything and everyone he knows and loves has been washed away in a storm — Mau is the last surviving member of his nation. He’s completely alone — or so he thinks until ... (Goodreads)

  23. Daughter of the Pirate King

    by Tricia Levenseller
    A young woman's quest to save her kingdom and reclaim her destiny.

    A 17-year-old pirate captain intentionally allows herself to get captured by enemy pirates in this thrilling young adult tale., There will be plenty of time for me to beat him soundly once I've ... (Barnes & Noble)

  24. The Air He Breathes

    by Brittainy C. Cherry
    A love story about two broken people who find solace in each other.

    I was warned about Tristan Cole. “Stay away from him,” people said. “He’s cruel.” “He’s cold.” “He’s damaged.” It’s easy to judge a man because of his past. To look at Tristan and see a monster. But ... (Goodreads)

  25. A Darker Shade of Magic

    by V.E. Schwab
    A thrilling adventure through multiple parallel universes with a mysterious magical force.

    Kell is one of the last Antari—magicians with a rare, coveted ability to travel between parallel Londons; Red, Grey, White, and, once upon a time, Black. Kell was raised in Arnes—Red London—and ... (Goodreads)

  26. Poison Study

    by Maria V. Snyder
    Yelena, a convicted murderer, is given the choice to be executed or become the Commander's food taster. She must navigate political intrigue and assassination attempts.

    Not everyone is pleased by Yelena's acceptance of the role of food taster, especially not General Brazell, whose son was killed by Yelena, despite it being in self-defense. His wants for her death ... (Wikipedia)

  27. Renegades

    by Marissa Meyer
    A group of superheroes known as the Renegades must stop a group of villains known as the Anarchists from taking over their city.

    10 years before the events of the book, 6-year-old Nova Artino watches as her parents and baby sister are killed by a villain gang's hitman, and hears him shoot her baby sister, Evie—dead. However, ... (Wikipedia)

  28. To Kill a Kingdom

    by Alexandra Christo
    A siren princess must steal the heart of a human prince to gain her own legs, but their journey together leads to unexpected feelings and danger.

    Princess Lira is siren royalty and the most lethal of them all. With the hearts of seventeen princes in her collection, she is revered across the sea. Until a twist of fate forces her to kill one of ... (Barnes & Noble)

  29. The Wall of Winnipeg and Me

    by Mariana Zapata
    A woman unexpectedly falls in love with her brooding, NFL-star neighbor.

    Vanessa Mazur knows she's doing the right thing. She shouldn't feel bad for quitting. Being an assistant/housekeeper/fairy godmother to the top defensive end in the National Football Organization was ... (Barnes & Noble)

  30. Howl’s Moving Castle

    by Diana Wynne Jones
    A young woman embarks on an adventure to break a curse and reclaim her identity in a magical world.

    18-year-old Sophie Hatter is the eldest of three sisters living in Market Chipping, a town in the magical kingdom of Ingary, where fairytale tropes are accepted ways of life, including that the ... (Wikipedia)