fantasy lover. It was a wonderful story with interesting characters, world building and magic systems. Perfect for anyone who’s read Margaret Owen’s previous books like The Merciful Crow.
Young Adult Books
"Young Adult" (YA) fiction is a genre of literature that targets readers typically ranging from ages 12 to 18, although the category can encompass readers as young as 10 or as old as their early 20s. YA fiction is distinct from children's literature in that it addresses themes and topics relevant to adolescents and teenagers while often featuring protagonists of similar age.
Key characteristics of Young Adult fiction include:
1. Protagonists of teenage years: YA fiction typically features protagonists who are adolescents or teenagers, navigating the challenges and experiences of adolescence such as self-discovery, identity formation, and relationships.
2. Coming-of-age themes: Many YA novels explore coming-of-age themes, depicting characters' journeys of self-discovery, growth, and maturation as they navigate the transition from childhood to adulthood. Themes may include identity, belonging, first love, friendship, and finding one's place in the world.
3. Exploration of diverse genres: YA fiction encompasses a wide range of genres, including contemporary, romance, fantasy, science fiction, dystopian, historical fiction, and more. This diversity allows readers to explore various settings, themes, and storytelling styles.
4. Emphasis on relatable experiences: YA literature often focuses on the experiences, emotions, and challenges faced by young adults, making the stories relatable and engaging for readers in the target age group. Themes such as peer pressure, family dynamics, school life, and personal growth are common in YA fiction.
5. Age-appropriate content: While YA fiction may address mature themes such as romance, identity, mental health, and societal issues, the content is typically age-appropriate for teenage readers. Authors may handle sensitive topics with sensitivity and nuance, providing opportunities for readers to explore complex issues within a safe and supportive narrative framework.
Overall, Young Adult fiction offers readers a diverse range of stories and characters that reflect the unique experiences and perspectives of adolescence. It provides a space for young readers to explore and understand themselves, their relationships, and the world around them, while also offering entertainment, escapism, and opportunities for personal growth.
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One thousand years ago, a wish was made to the Harbinger of Change and a sword of rage and lightning was forged. Kamigoroshi. The Godslayer. It had one task: to seal away the powerful demon Hakaimono.
Uptown Oracle Reads… Court of Miracles | Criminal Masterminds during the French Revolution
The Court of MiraclesKester Grant (Affiliate Links) Les Misérables meets Six of Crows in this page-turning adventure as a young thief finds herself going head to head with leaders of Paris’s criminal underground in the wake of the French Revolution. In the violent urban jungle of an alternate 1828 Paris, the French Revolution has failed and the city … View Post