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A Song of Wraiths and Ruins

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Series Title: A Song of Wraiths and Ruin by Roseanne A. Brown
First Book: A Song of Wraiths and Ruin
Who it’s for: Teens

A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is an enemies to lovers fantasy romance that is inspired by West African folklore. While I’m not much for enemies to lovers, I did enjoy reading the first book in this duology. We have Malik, our first main character that has anxiety—yes to mental health representation— and he’s traveling with his sisters to a new city so they can make some money and send it back home. Malik has a kind heart and that ends up being used against him. He ends up having to kill the princess in order to save his youngest sister, Nadia.

Then there’s Karina, she’s a strong and resilient princess that has just lost her Mom. Karina knows that she is not fit yet to rule the kingdom by herself yet so she sets out on a mission to bring her mother back to life, but in order to do that she needs a King’s heart. That’s where the Solstasia competition comes into play, as a prize, she will marry the winner of the competition.

I was definitely invested in this story wondering how these two were going to develop a relationship and can’t wait to read the second book.

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Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter

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Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter by Kenard Pak
Format: Book
Who it’s for: Kids

Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter is a relaxing book with beautiful illustrations to ease kids and adults into winter. The story follows a brother and sister who observe the subtle ways of how autumn becomes winter. As they say hello to the elements that make up autumn, like the leaves blowing off the trees and the flowers that will soon leave, nature says hello back with short explanations as to where they’re going. Then, as winter approaches the children begin saying hello to the elements of winter and hear what makes winter special. The illustrator beautifully showcases what makes each season unique. The slow and relaxing tone throughout the book will help others appreciate the change of the seasons.

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Legendborn

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Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
Format: Book
Who it’s for: Teens

What caught my attention to read Legendborn was that it involved King Arthur lore that is rarely included in young adult fantasy. The story follows Bree, a determined teen that is trying to find the cause of her mother’s death after a terrible car accident that was classified to be a hit and run. She ends up getting involved in a secret society that is filled with descendants from King Arthur’s round table. In her gut, she knows this secret society had something to do with her mother’s accident. The society tried to alter or “mesmer” her and her father’s memories while visiting their mother in the hospital. What I liked about Legendborn were the characters and the magic system. I admired Bree’s stubborn spirit to find answers. She didn’t care what others thought of her and did what she needed to do. Legendborn is a good read for anyone that enjoys a modern twist on classic folklore.

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