Book details
Gates of Thread and Stone
Description
In the Labyrinth, we had a saying: keep silent, keep still, keep safe.In a city of walls and secrets, where only one man is supposed to possess magic, seventeen-year-old Kai struggles to keep hidden her own secret-she can manipulate the threads of time. When Kai was eight, she was found by Reev on the riverbank, and her "brother" has taken care of her ever since. Kai doesn't know where her ability comes from-or where she came from. All that matters is that she and Reev stay together, and maybe one day move out of the freight container they call home, away from the metal walls of the Labyrinth. Kai's only friend is Avan, the shopkeeper's son with the scandalous reputation that both frightens and intrigues her.Then Reev disappears. When keeping silent and safe means losing him forever, Kai vows to do whatever it takes to find him. She will leave the only home she's ever known and risk getting caught up in a revolution centuries in the making. But to save Reev, Kai must unravel the threads of her past and face shocking truths about her brother, her friendship with Avan, and her unique power.Lori M. Lee makes her debut with this captivating YA fantasy.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
335 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Fantasy World: 'Gates of Thread and Stone' immerses readers in a richly built fantasy world with unique magic systems and mythologies, offering an escape from the mundane and a chance to explore the imaginative realm created by Lori M. Lee.
- Strong Protagonist: The novel features a strong and relatable protagonist, Kai, whose journey of self-discovery and empowerment can inspire readers, particularly young adults, to find their own strength and identity.
- Intriguing Plot: With a storyline that includes time manipulation, mysterious powers, and a quest that could change the fate of the world, the book keeps readers hooked with twists and turns, ensuring a captivating reading experience.
- Themes of Friendship and Loyalty: 'Gates of Thread and Stone' delves into the importance of friendship, loyalty, and the bonds that tie people together, providing readers with thought-provoking insights into the value of relationships and the lengths one would go to protect loved ones.