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| Elphie: A Wicked Childhood by Gregory MaguireWe all know the story of how Elphaba became the Wicked Witch of the West. But what happened before her powers fully took hold? In Maguire's new prequel to Wicked, young Elphaba Thropp struggles against neglectful parents, sibling jealousy, and early signs of the mistreatment of animals in Oz.
Fans of Maguire's twisted fairy tales will enjoy this coming of age addition to Elphaba's story, in tandem with the blockbuster adaptation of the original novel. |
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Firebird
by Juliette Cross
From the moment Roman general Julianus Dakkia saw Malina, he was enthralled by the Dacian dancer. Years later, on a battlefield, he shifts into his dragon form to save her, risking his life. Malina, recognizing the centurion who once gave her a talisman, is drawn to his protection and gentle touch. As they navigate a world of flying deathriders, their love ignites a firestorm that can only end in heartbreak or death.
Review: "Cross ("Stay a Spell" series) mixes royal debauchery, political machinations, and intense spice in her new epic romantasy, a sort of mash-up of TV's Rome and House of the Dragon. For fans of Carissa Broadbent, Rebecca Yarros, and Sarah J. Maas." ~ Eve Stano, Library Journal
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| A Sky of Emerald Stars by A.K. MulfordA Sky of Emerald Stars continues the story of wolf shifting queen Calla and introduces Sadie Rauxtide, a royal guard. When Calla's mentor Ora is kidnapped by King Nero, both Calla and Sadie must pursue leads to find out his motives and prevent the tentative peace from breaking.
For fans of: steamy romantasy with high stakes and LGBTQIA+ characters such as Rin Chupeco's Silver Under Nightfall and C.S. Pacat's Captive Prince series. |
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| Lightfall by Ed CrockerPalace maid Sam has had enough of the enforced social hierarchy of the vampire society First Light, and when she finds the only evidence to the murder of the ruler's son, she may have her ticket to a better life. However, a conspiracy unfolds as Sam falls deeper into the investigation, and she must uncover it before she becomes the next victim.
Crocker's exciting novel "creates a world full of mysterious lore" (Booklist) in this paranormal fantasy debut. |
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| The Lotus Empire by Tasha SuriIn this thrilling conclusion to the Burning Kingdoms trilogy, Malini and Priya, once bound together by fate, are now standing on opposite sides of impending devastation. But as Malini struggles to protect her kingdom and Priya faces a dangerous sacrifice, will the two find a way to each other before the end?
Fans of Samantha Shannon's The Priory of the Orange Tree and R.F. Kuang's The Poppy War will be enthralled by Tasha Suri's "exquisite worldbuilding, high-stakes action, emotional arcs, and a love that will stand the test of time" (Library Journal). |
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| Upon a Starlit Tide by Kell WoodsIn 1758 Saint-Malo, Lucinde Leon, the rebellious daughter of a wealthy shipowner, rescues a drowning man. As she is drawn in by the stranger's unearthly charm, Lucinda falls into a world of faerie magic and secret desires.
Combining elements of The Little Mermaid and Cinderella into an enticing historical fantasy, readers who are charmed by this vividly detailed and romantic tale will also enjoy Leslye Penelope's Daughter of the Merciful Deep and Leigh Bardugo's The Familiar. |
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The Wind Weaver
by Julie Johnson
In a realm ravaged by war and fear of magic, halfling Rhya Fleetwood is rescued by the mercenary Commander Scythe, forcing her to confront her hidden powers as a Remnant and the dangerous attraction between them.
Review: "The first in a new series, The Wind Weaver has everything romantasy readers love: morally gray heroes, angsty romance with spice, and a fantasy world worth exploring. Fans will be anticipating the next installment." -- LynnDee Wathen, Booklist
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You have been well trained, my young apprentice.
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Assassin's Apprentice
by Robin Hobb
What it's about: Raised by a stableman and trained in the arts of the assassin, bastard nobleman's son Fitz realizes his magical skills and finds a first test of manhood in a band of raiders and a group of murderous nobles.
Review: "The novel's conceit-that it offers Fitz's memoirs from childhood through adolescence-allows for several sequels. A gleaming debut in the crowded field of epic fantasies and Arthurian romances." ~ staff, Publishers Weekly
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The Magician's Apprentice
by Trudi Canavan
A prequel to the Black Magician trilogy is set six hundred years earlier in a harsh world prior to the advent of magical healing and the existence of the guild, in a tale that describes how a rivalry between black magicians leads to international warfare and a brutal act of sorcery.
For fans of Anne Bishop, Mercedes Lackey, Erika Johansen and Marlon James.
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Ink & Sigil / : From the World of the Iron Druid Chronicles
by Kevin Hearne
A spin-off to the best-selling Iron Druid Chronicles follows the adventures of an eccentric magical defender who is cursed to be hated by anyone who hears his voice, a challenge that is complicated by his apprentices' fatal freak accidents.
Review: "Delightful! Hearne's ("Seven Kennings" series) use of Scottish words and spellings (detailed in the foreword) never becomes distracting, but instead adds to the story's singular flavor. The author includes plenty of shout-outs for fans of the "Iron Druid" series, while introducing an intelligible tale sure to draw in new readers. Great for fans of Ben Aaronovitch, Jim Butcher, or Anton Strout. ~ Laurel Bliss, Library Journal
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The Mapmaker's Apprentice
by C. J. Archer
Matt and India investigate when an apprentice from the Mapmakers' Guild goes missing, and learn that the lad's unearthly maps caused jealousy, suspicion and fear. Using one of the apprentice's magic maps, India and Matt must use their wits and magic to find him, while also uncovering sinister plots and an ancient magical treasure buried beneath the streets of London. As the net of suspicion widens and enemies draw closer, it's not just the apprentice's life that's in danger, but Matt's too. Someone will go to great lengths to prevent him discovering the name of the man who can fix the watch keeping him alive.
For fans of V.E. Schwab, Stephen Lawhead, and Genevieve Cogman.
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Between Dragons and Their Wrath
by Devin Madson
A glassblower's apprentice becomes a false tribute bride in a desperate political plot and must rely on aid from a laundress to an eccentric alchemist and a sharp-shooting dragon rider to protect her and keep hidden long-buried secrets.
Review: "This first installment serves mainly to lay the groundwork—the three protagonists’ paths don’t cross until the very end—but each individual’s complicated maneuvering still excites. Replete with backstabbing, secrets, and political intrigue, this is a promising start." ~ staff, Publishers Weekly
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Apprentice to the Villain
by Hannah Nicole Maehrer
Happy working as the assistant to The Villain, Evie Sage notices something strange happening with the kingdom's magic and must protect their lair in Rennedawn in the second novel of the series following.
For fans of Sarah Rees Brennan, Django Wexler, Gail Carriger and Alix Harrow.
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Seven Deaths of an Empire
by G. R. Matthews
General Bordan has a lifetime of duty and sacrifice behind him in the service of the Empire. But with rebellion brewing in the countryside, and assassins, thieves, and politicians vying for power in the city, it is all Bordan can do to protect the heir to the throne. Apprentice Magician Kyron is assigned to the late Emperor's honor guard escorting his body on the long road back to the capital. Mistrusted and feared by his own people, even a magician's power may fail when enemies emerge from the forests, for whoever is in control of the Emperor's body, controls the succession.
Review: "Though it takes some time to acclimate to Matthews’s visceral world, the plot’s surprising twists and turns will wow fantasy fans. This is an impressive series opener." ~ staff, Publishers Weekly
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