YA Fantasy Books Forever

10/04/2023

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16/03/2023

"And that was what destroyed you in the end: the longing for something you could never have." —Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo, Six of Crows Book 2

The characters are what make this series one of the most popular in YA fantasy. They are so realistic with rich back stories. Such a great series!

QOTD: Do you reread books?

14/03/2023

"So you were not born for greatness. Who cares? Be great anyway." —Queen of Bitter Thorn by Kay L. Moody, The Fae of Bitter Thorn Book 4

This series has my whole heart, and I don't even want it back. I loved the conclusion for all the characters. There was even a happy ending to a certain plot thread that I was not expecting at all, but it was the sweetest thing ever!!!

QOTD: What’s the first book you’d recommend to anybody?

12/03/2023

"When a monster stopped behaving like a monster, did it stop being a monster? Did it become something else?" —Graceling by Kristin Cashore, Graceling Realm Book 1

This is an older YA fantasy series, but I highly recommend it! The story is so compelling, especially the villain. Plus, I loved the strong female lead, who still has a heart.

QOTD: Are you part of a book club?

09/03/2023

"When you are who they expect you to be, they never look too closely. If you’re furious, let it be fuel." —The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi, The Gilded Wolves Book 1

A heist in historical Paris makes this an incredibly fun fantasy book. Plus, the characters feel so real!

QOTD: Where do you typically get your books from?

07/03/2023

"I was born knowing how to do three things - how to breathe, how to dream, and how to love you." —Lore by Alexandra Bracken

Set in modern times, I love how this weaved in Greek mythology and created a heart racing story. I was hooked and couldn't wait to see how everything would turn out.

QOTD: Bookmarks or dog-eared pages?

05/03/2023

"To be fair, I did attempt to murder your sister in a dark cave late at night. I’m not sure if you find that better or worse than kissing her." —Shadow and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody, Fae and Crystal Thorns Book 2

The romance in this series is amazing, but the banter! This series is shaping up to have one of my favorite strong found families, and I can't wait to see what happens in Book 3, which is coming out in 2 weeks!!!! Gahhh, so excited!

QOTD: What was your last five-star read?

02/03/2023

"Most of all, I hate you because I think of you. Often. It’s disgusting, and I can’t stop." —The Cruel Prince by Holly Black, The Folk of the Air Book 1

If you are looking for the ultimate book on enemies to lovers, stop, because you just found it. A fae book with lots of political intrigue, a very stabby female lead, and a prince who cares much more than he lets on. Such a great fantasy series!

QOTD: What’s the last series you had to binge?

28/02/2023

"Even paradise could become a prison if one had enough time to take notice of the walls." —Falling Kingdoms by Morgan Rhodes, Falling Kingdoms Book 1

This epic fantasy series has such amazing character development. Everyone wants to keep their own kingdom from falling.

QOTD: What are your hobbies other than reading?

26/02/2023

"It was over, and I knew that. But you don’t love someone for almost two years and then turn it off overnight." —The Selection by Kiera Cass, The Selection Book 1

The bachelor-style competition in this dystopian royalty series makes this a quick and fun read.

QOTD: What's a book that took you an unusually long time to finish?

23/02/2023

“Stop trying to close off your heart and pretend your feelings don’t matter. If you keep doing that, you’ll lose your humanity the same way the emperor did.” —The Elements of the Storm by Kay L. Moody, The Elements of Kamdaria Book 3

This scene is a rough one, but it definitely points out the importance of having a best friend who tells it like it is. I love the main character of this series, but Wendy deserves a prize for being the ultimate best friend.

QOTD: What book best friend do you love?

21/02/2023

"Live a life worth dying for." —Obsidio by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff, Illuminae Book 3

This young adult sci fi series is one you can't miss! As someone who usually reads fantasy, I dragged my feet getting to this series. But I'm so glad I finally picked it up! It's such an amazing read.

QOTD: Walk outside or stretch indoors?

20/02/2023

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19/02/2023

"No longer would they be locked away in her heart. No longer would she be ashamed." —Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas, Throne of Glass Book 3

I don't know why, but I this has always been my favorite book cover in the series. The colors are just so striking. Plus, it's the first time we meet...someone special. If you know, you know.

QOTD: What’s your favorite season?

16/02/2023

"He tasted like exquisite nightmares and stolen dreams, like the wings of fallen angels and bottles of fresh moonlight." —Legendary by Stephanie Garber, Caraval Book 2

The prose in this entire series is legendary! The words are so gorgeous, plus the plot is just as fun.

QOTD: Long books or short books?

15/02/2023

"Love is not something you earn once and never fight for again. Love requires constant nurturing. In return, it often gives more than deserved. But you must give more than deserved too." —Crown of Bitter Thorn by Kay L. Moody, The Fae of Bitter Thorn Book 3

This series is plot driven with tons of adventure and magic, but the messages of love, especially in this book, are so beautiful. The romance is young adult level, and it's so well done. Plus, who can say no to a fae book?

QOTD: Are you part of a book club?

13/02/2023

"I think you get to a certain point in life when ghosts are no longer fun." —House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig

This was such an atmospheric read. I absolutely love how it combined horror elements with a YA fantasy. Such a unique premise!

QOTD: What's a book that made you stay up late to finish it?

10/02/2023

“If this woman is to be my wife,” he said, swallowing hard, “you will not touch her again.” —Serpent and Dove by Shelby Mahurin, Serpent and Dove Book 1

A witchy and romantic tale, this book is great for anyone who loves enemies to lovers.

QOTD: Do you like to read at the library?

08/02/2023

"Winter was a well-loved princess who was prettier than a bouquet of roses and crazier than a headless chicken." —Winter by Marissa Meyer, The Lunar Chronicles Book 4

This was such a satisfying conclusion to this amazing series. I especially loved all the pretty dresses and the revolution.

QOTD: Do you buy used books?

25/01/2023

Book cover reveal for Blade & Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody, Fae and Crystal Thorns Book 3

I have loved this series so far, so I'm really excited to see what's going to come next in this series This book comes out March 21!

QOTD: What's a book you always recommend to people?

24/01/2023

"We’re all afraid, Prince. The only difference between a hero and a coward is that one forgets their fear and fights, while the other succumbs to it and flees." —The Stardust Thief by Chelsea Abdullah, The Sandsea Trilogy Book 1

This was such an atmospheric read that had me hooked right from the very first chapter!

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QOTD: What's the last series you had to binge?

23/01/2023

"When she talked, she could hardly keep herself from telling the most outlandish tales, as though her tongue could not tell the difference between truth and falsehoods." —Gilded by Marissa Meyer, Gilded Book 1

If you want a Rumpelstiltskin retelling with incredible world building and a creepy castle and ghostly creatures, then this is the story for you! I especially liked the little children the main character befriends.

QOTD: What was the last audio book you listened to?

22/01/2023

"He looked at me with a hundred stories lit behind his eyes." —Fable by Adrienne Young, The World of the Narrows Book 1

I adored this book with all of my heart. I felt so completely immersed in the story and the setting. Plus, Fable is the coolest. :)

QOTD: Do you DNF books or always try to finish them?

21/01/2023

"No one liked people from the Storm. Even people from the Storm didn’t like people from the Storm." —The Elements of the Crown by Kay L. Moody, The Elements of Kamdaria Book 1

This was such a unique story but it also had so many familiar elements. The magic system is really similar to Avatar the Last Airbender. But the plot is somewhat close to Throne of Glass. Plus, it has an enemies to lovers romance that is SO well done.

QOTD: What book surprised you the most?

20/01/2023

“Forgive me," Ash murmured, and I heard the faintest of tremors beneath his voice. "But I can't... I won't... give her up. Not now, when I've just found her." —The Iron Daughter by Julie Kagawa, The Iron Daughter Book 2

This series is so much fun! I loved visiting a new court in this book, and I can't wait to read more!

QOTD: What book are you most excited about this year?

19/01/2023

"Hope in the shadow of fear is the world’s most powerful motivator." —Scythe by Neal Shusterman, Arc of a Scythe Book 1

This series is genuinely one of the most thought provoking things I have ever read. It made me think so much, but it also had a plot and characters that I got completely invested in.

QOTD: What's on your TBR?

18/01/2023

"Sometimes he gazed at her as if he wanted to be her undoing, but just then it was as if he wanted her to undo him." —Caraval by Stephanie Garber, Caraval Book 1

This series is so magical and whimsical and fascinating! This book starts the series. My favorite thing is the magical dress the main character wears.

QOTD: Do you read more in the morning or in the evening?

18/01/2023

"You cannot pick and choose which emotions to feel. If you block out grief, you block out everything." —Castle of Bitter Thorn by Kay L. Moody, The Fae of Bitter Thorn Book 2

If you love fae books and haven't read this series yet, what are you waiting for? This particular book deals a lot with grief, and it's honestly one of the most realistic books I've read on it.

QOTD: How much time do you spend reading?

17/01/2023

"You will find, Rolfe, that one does not deal with Celaena Sardothien. One survives her." —Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas, Throne of Glass Book 5

Ummm, what more can I say about this series than has already been said? YA epic fantasy is my favorite genre!

QOTD: Do you reread books?

15/01/2023

"The stars incline us, they do not bind us." —These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong, These Violent Delights duet Book 1

What a beautiful Romeo and Juliet retelling this was. It takes place in 1920s Shanghai, which was such an interesting setting! There are fantasy elements too, but the romance was my personal favorite.

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QOTD: Paperback or hardcover?