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| Thief of Night by Holly BlackIn this conclusion to the Charlatan duology that started with Book of Night, Charlie Hall has to hunt down a mass murderer at the behest of a Cabal leader while dealing with the memory loss of her monster lover, Red.
For fans of: urban fantasy with suspenseful intrigue and romance such as Magic For Liars by Sarah Gailey and One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig. |
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I, Medusa
by Ayana Gray
Meddy has spent her whole life as a footnote in someone else’s story. Out of place next to her beautiful, immortal sisters and her parents—both gods, albeit minor ones—she dreams of leaving her family’s island for a life of adventure. So when she catches the eye of the goddess Athena, who invites her to train as an esteemed priestess in her temple, Meddy leaps at the chance to see the world beyond her home.
Review: "Gray’s telling is both faithful to myth and daringly new, exploring themes of sisterhood, power, and the blurred line between justice and vengeance. This bold feminist retelling asks whether Medusa was ever truly a monster—or simply made into one." ~ Sarah Myers, Booklist
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Son of the Morning (Deluxe Limited Edition)
by Akwaeke Emezi
A steamy paranormal romance set in the Black South - a bold new foray that takes us on a journey of magic and fantasy, from the whispering creeks outside the city of Salvation to the very depths of Hell itself.
Review: "Gali and Lucifer's desire for each other is a ruinous love, and Emezi's signature prose is haunting. In a time of overwhelming choices for romantasy books, this deeply seductive novel stands out with a visceral allure. VERDICT An absolute must-have for libraries." ~ Maria Martin, Library Journal
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| Katabasis by R.F. KuangAlice Law has sacrificed everything to climb to the top of the field of Magick, all to work with world famous magician Jacob Grimes. But then Grimes dies, and Alice may have caused the accident that killed him. Now Alice must travel through Hell to get her advisor back, because not even death will keep her from getting a recommendation. R.F. Kuang's latest delves back into dark academia with her usual atmospheric and thought-provoking flair.
A must-read for fans of Naomi Novik, Olivie Blake, and Lev Grossman's scholastic fantasies, with explorations of purpose, grief, and relationships that open the novel to a more universal audience. |
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Fallen City
by Adrienne Young
In the great walled city of Isara, political turmoil ignites a rebellion one hundred years in the making. But when a legionnaire falls in love with a Magistrate's daughter, their love will threaten the fate of the city and the will of the gods.
Review: "Readers are led with foreboding to witness Maris and Luca's love story unfolding into inevitable tragedy as the narrative builds to where the timelines meet. Expect plenty of political intrigue, impassioned pining, and for Young to follow up with something epic in book two." ~ Gina Collet, Library Journal
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Sprinkles and Sea Serpents: A Sugar Shack Witch Mystery
by Danielle Garrett
This paranormal cozy mystery is about Rosella Midnight, a journalist forced back to her magical hometown of Winterspell, where her animal-talking ability leads her to investigate the supposed sea serpent blamed for three missing girls, uncovering a darker, serial killer plot and navigating family, romance, and a monster hunter.
For fans of Erin Sterling, Holly Harper, and Sarah Hawley.
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The Lady Jewel Diviner: Book 1 in the Lady Diviner series
by Rosalie Oaks
Book 1 in the Lady Diviner historical mystery series, set in a paranormal Regency England with generous servings of magic, manners, and romance. Miss Avely has a secret: she can divine jewels...and now she's stuck with a tiny, spinster vampire chaperon!
For fans of Gail Carriger, Maria Grace and A.J. Lancaster
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The Spellshop
by Sarah Beth Durst
With her city and library under siege, Kiela and her sentient spider plant escape to the island of Caltrey with only the basic supplies and some magical books. Preferring her own company and books to people, she must learn to trust her new community as she rebuilds her family home and her life. This sweet cottagecore novel is pure delight.
Review: " It’s a story full of love, magic, plants, books, and mutual aid, for those who love to see heroes fight for a gentle life and a cozy corner of the world to call their own." ~ Sarah Rice, Booklist
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A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking
by T. Kingfisher
Fourteen-year-old Mona isn't like the wizards charged with defending the city. She can't control lightning or speak to water. Her familiar is a sourdough starter and her magic only works on bread. She has a comfortable life in her aunt's bakery making gingerbread men dance. But Mona's life is turned upside down when she finds a dead body on the bakery floor. An assassin is stalking the streets of Mona's city, preying on magic folk, and it appears that Mona is his next target. And in an embattled city suddenly bereft of wizards, the assassin may be the least of Mona's worries...
For fans of Terry Pratchett, Jasper Fforde, and Marissa Meyer.
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Miss Frost Solves a Cold Case: A Nocturne Falls Mystery
by Kristen Painter
Jayne Frost is a lot of things. Winter elf, Jack Frost's daughter, Santa Claus's niece, heir to the Winter Throne and now...private investigator. Sort of. Needing someone he can trust, her father sends her undercover to Nocturne Falls to find out why employees at the Santa's Workshop toy store are going missing. Doing that requires getting to know the town, which leads to interesting encounters with a sexy vampire, an old flame, and an elevator that's strictly off-limits. The more Jayne finds out, the more questions she has, but the answers lead her deeper into danger. Will her magic save her? Or will she come up cold?
For fans of Deanna Chase, Alethea Kontis and Seana Kelly.
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The Invisible Library
by Genevieve Cogman
Starring: Librarian Irene, who travels between worlds to acquire books of power, and her new apprentice Kai, who's not quite what he seems.
Series alert: If you enjoy this opening installment of the Invisible Library series, check out its three sequels, including the forthcoming The Lost Plot.
For fans of: dimension-hopping fantasy adventures such as Jasper Fforde's Thursday Next novels or Jodi Taylor's The Chronicles of St. Mary's series.
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Keeper of Enchanted Rooms
by Charlie N. Holmberg
In an alternate 1846 U.S. where magic is widely known but rarely seen due to the dilution of magical bloodlines, augurist Hulda Larkin, 34, works as a housekeeper for the Boston Institute for the Keeping of Enchanted Rooms (BIKER). Her job is to ensure that the magical homes in her care are well-behaved and that their occupants are equipped to care for them. This is just the service that non-magical Merritt Fernsby needs. A 31-year-old writer disowned by his family, Merritt is shocked to inherit his grandfather’s Rhode Island Whimbrel House. There’s just one problem: the house is haunted. Or enchanted. Or maybe it just doesn’t like Merritt. So he’s grateful when Hulda sweeps in to help him adjust to his new circumstances. While searching for the source of the house’s magic, however, a dark time from Hulda’s past rears its head, threatening both her and Merritt’s safety—and the integrity of the home they’ve come to cherish.
Review: "Filled with delightful period details and artfully shaded characters, this whimsical, thoughtful look at magic and its price is the perfect read for a cold fall night." ~ staff, Publishers Weekly
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Forsyth County Public Library
660 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336-703-2665forsythlibrary.org |
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