Children’s / Teenage fiction: Dark fantasy
Ravens and Roses Publishing LLC The Legacy of the Jaded Hart
£18.57
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc The Dark Fable
Book SynopsisMagical heists. Deadly secrets. Come along for the ride . . . if you dare. This heart-stopping, seductive fantasy is perfect for fans of Six of Crows. Evie Wilder is an orphan who has gone through most of her life unnoticed . . . until she's caught up in a dramatic heist and captures the attention of the Dark Fable. They have chosen her for a reason: she can turn invisible. This skill would make Evie a treasured asset to the legendary group of thieves known for spiriting away obscure and occult artifacts. Evie cannot resist their allure and is eager to join this newfound family. But she discovers there are more skeletons in the Dark Fable’s past than she could have ever imagined. And these secrets might be the answer to her own tragic past. No one is who they seem to be and the price of uncovering the Dark Fable’s cryptic history just might be fatal . . .Trade ReviewThe strong start and intriguing backstory quickly give way to rapid fire dialogue reminiscent of the 1930s film repartee. * School Library Journal *Fast-moving and twisty. . . . This YA fantasy is a great read for fans of magical heists and found family. * Booklist *Witty dialogue, immersive world building, original magic systems, and emotionally rich characters culminate in a tale that celebrates the intimacy of being seen and accepted. * Publishers Weekly *
£17.00
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Truth Lies Here
Book SynopsisStranger Things meets Men in Black in this funny and eerie young adult novel.WHAT’S GOING ON IN BONE LAKE?Trade Review“Klingele’s spooky, sci-fi-tinged mystery reads like a YA X-Files in the best possible way.” — Booklist “A surprisingly heartfelt coming-of-age story wrapped in a zany package.” — Kirkus Reviews “[M]arvelous...a believable story for teens who love coming-of-age stories in the vein of Stranger Things or science fiction shows like The Twilight Zone or The X-Files. This one has great appeal for most teens who enjoy classic science fiction and a good mystery.” — School Library Journal “A fun and entertaining read. Recommended.” — Teen Librarian Toolbox (SLJ blog)
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Seasons of the Storm
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Enticing and thrilling, Seasons of the Storm is flawless and addictive.” — Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author "Seasons of the Storm is a mind-boggling mix of mythology, nature, competition, and powerfully original characters. I couldn't read this book fast enough—captivating on every level." — Megan Shepherd, New York Times bestselling author "Cosimano tells a story of the bonds of friendship and the power of hope for the future. The themes of friendship despite differences and self-sacrifice shine through." — Kirkus Reviews "With lots of action and an exploration of when and how much to trust those in authority, the story asks whether you will be the user or the used." — Booklist "Narration alternates between Jack and Fleur, adding some depth to the action. It’s the scenes wherein the Seasons whip up their elemental powers that really grab attention, with vivid descriptions of murderous vines, killer waves, and suffocating fire. Fans of Holly Black and April Genevieve Tucholke will hope that their time with these characters is not yet up." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "[A] fast-paced mythological fantasy. Cosimano uses the rhythm of nature to create a whirlwind of romance and friendship that illustrates both the power of choice and the strength in differences." — Publishers Weekly
£12.72
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Seasons of Chaos
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for Seasons of the Storm: “Enticing and thrilling, Seasons of the Storm is flawless and addictive.” — Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Seasons of the Storm is a mind-boggling mix of mythology, nature, competition, and powerfully original characters. I couldn't read this book fast enough—captivating on every level." — Megan Shepherd, New York Times bestselling author "Cosimano tells a story of the bonds of friendship and the power of hope for the future. The themes of friendship despite differences and self-sacrifice shine through." — Kirkus Reviews "With lots of action and an exploration of when and how much to trust those in authority, the story asks whether you will be the user or the used." — Booklist "Narration alternates between Jack and Fleur, adding some depth to the action. It’s the scenes wherein the Seasons whip up their elemental powers that really grab attention, with vivid descriptions of murderous vines, killer waves, and suffocating fire. Fans of Holly Black and April Genevieve Tucholke will hope that their time with these characters is not yet up." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "[A] fast-paced mythological fantasy. Cosimano uses the rhythm of nature to create a whirlwind of romance and friendship that illustrates both the power of choice and the strength in differences." — Publishers Weekly
£10.58
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Dark and Starless Forest
Book SynopsisEven if that means returning to the forest that has started calling to Derry in her missing siblings’ voices.As Derry spends more time amidst the trees, her magic grows more powerful .Trade Review"Hollowell’s debut is an absorbing tale of magic and horror, bravery and family. [...] Readers looking for a novel in which revenge is sweet will want to read this." — Booklist Online
£12.60
HarperCollins Publishers Inc City of Nightmares
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£14.39
Random House USA Inc A Place for Vanishing
Book SynopsisA teen girl and her family return to her mother''s childhood home, only to discover that the house''s strange beauty may disguise a sinister past, in this contemporary gothic horror from the author of What We Harvest.The house was supposed to be a fresh start. That''s what Libby''s mom said. And after Libby’s recent bipolar III diagnosis and the tragedy that preceded it, Libby knows she and her family need to find a new normal.But Libby’s new home turns out to be anything but normal. Scores of bugs haunt its winding halls, towering stained-glass windows feature strange, insectile designs, and the garden teems with impossibly blue roses. And then there are the rumors. The locals, including the mysterious boy next door, tell stories about disappearances tied to the house, stretching back over a century to its first owners. Owners who supposedly hosted legendary masked séances on its grounds
£17.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Every Gift a Curse
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£17.99
Bloomsbury YA Wish of the Wicked
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£17.99
