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• The Starless Sea

  A Novel

  Morgenstern, Erin

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  "Books about books, fantastical places, romance and mystery, beautifully written. This books is a gorgeous, confusing jumble of fantasy and escapism with love and death and mystery thrown in." - Erin K.

• Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell

  Clarke, Susanna

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  "This book is sophisticated, witty, and ingeniously convincing. The prose is wonderful, dead-on. Clarke has the ability to shift seamlessly from witty, sarcastic, detached prose and dialogue. <3" - Raven P.

• A Deadly Education

  a Novel

  Novik, Naomi,

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  From acclaimed fantasy author Naomi Novik, "A Deadly Education," is a story set in a deadly school for magic, following El - an extraordinarily powerful young magic user who's determined to unravel the school's secrets.

• The Invisible Life of Addie Larue

  Schwab, V. E.

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  "A tale about making deals with the devil and the repercussions of living those deals! Great summer read." - Sian K.

• Ninth House

  Bardugo, Leigh

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  A uniquely American twist on the typically-British bent to magical academia, "Ninth House" follows Galaxy "Alex" Stern, the daughter of a L.A. hippie at the wrong end of a streak of bad luck, who's just been offered a full ride to Yale,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Dictionary of Lost Words

  A Novel

  Williams, Pip

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  Another historical fantasy about the importance of words and language, in this case the story of Esme, a young girl who grows up in the 'Scriptorium,' a small garden shed where the very first Oxford English Dictionary is being compiled.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Study in Drowning

  Reid, Ava

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  "This book gives mystery and horror and enemies-to-lovers romance, and psychological thriller all in one. Ava Reid really showcases her mastery of imagery with this one!" - Raven P.

• Blood Over Bright Haven

  A Novel

  Wang, M. L.

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  The story of two outsiders unraveling the system of magical power that has transformed the city of Tiran into an industrial utopia. Sciona is the first ever woman admitted to the High Magistry, and has been welcomed with Thomil - a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Darker Shade of Magic

  Schwab, V. E., 1987-

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  "This book is so fun; I couldn't put it down! The magic system & word building really make this book an immersive read. The characters and their relationships are compelling and powerful - I still think about them months after reading." -…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Scholar and the Last Faerie Door

  Parry, H. G.,

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  An alternate history that blends WWI with the Fae courts, set in a secret magical academy in Camford, England in 1920. A very different sort of culture clash, but one with roots in old secrets and dangerous magical academia.

• Piranesi [GRPL Book Club]

  Clarke, Susanna,

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  "One of the best books I read in 2020. This genre-bending sci-fi/fantasy is filled with gorgeous prose, fascinating characters, and compelling mysteries." - Hannah M.

• A Discovery of Witches

  [a Novel]

  Harkness, Deborah E., 1965-

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  The first book in Deborah Harkness' "All Souls" series begins with a mis-shelved book in a magical library and spirals into the story of one unwitting (and unwilling) heroine, a vampire geneticist, and a race for a lost treasure unlocked…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Black Sun

  a Novel

  Roanhorse, Rebecca,

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  "The first book in what is sure to be an amazing trilogy. This is an incredible fantasy steeped in legend and mystery. Heavily inspired by the ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, I promise the world building will keep even the most avid…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Trust [GRPL Book Club]

  Díaz, Hernán, 1973-

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  "It's an exciting Roaring 20s novel told through multiple vantage points. It's twisty and examines what really is the truth." - Monica W.

• Phoenix Extravagant

  Ha Lee, Yoon

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  "This book has wonderful commentary on history, imperialism, and the importance of art in connecting a culture. It also has: Magical inks! Romance! Espionage! Automata! A charming talking dragon!" - Sean M.

• The Secret History

  Tartt, Donna

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  "The story follows a group of classics students' descent into evil. Seeing the students try to justify and rationalize their actions is fascinating."

• A Master of Djinn

  Clark, P. Djèlí,

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  Hungry for another alternate history filled with secret societies, a good dose of mystery, and a nice dash of magic? Check out our Sci Fi Book Club pick, "A Master of Djinn" by P. Djèlí Clark, in time to join our discussion on Wednesday,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Ministry of Time [GRPL Book Club]

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  Looking for more sci-fi/fantasy novels that tackle colonialism, particularly the far-reaching impacts of British imperial power and its rippling impact on Asian immigrants? Check out our book club pick, "The Ministry of Time" by Kaliane…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Babel

  or the Necessity of Violence : An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution

  Kuang, R. F. (Rebecca F.),

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  Haven't had a chance to read "Babel" by R.F. Kuang? Click through to check out a copy in your preferred format!