Book details
Nameless: A Tale of Beauty and Madness (Tales of Beauty and Madness)
Description
When Camille was six years old, she was discovered alone in the snow by Enrico Vultusino, godfather of the Seven-the powerful Families that rule magic-ridden New Haven. Papa Vultusino adopted the mute, scarred child, naming her after his dead wife and raising her in luxury on Haven Hill alongside his own son, Nico. Now Cami is turning sixteen. She's no longer mute, and keeps her faded scars hidden under her school uniform only opening up to her two best friends, Ruby and Ellie and to Nico, who has become more than a brother to her. But her past is now coming back to haunt her.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
proficient
Length
328 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Nameless delves into profound themes such as self-discovery, identity, and the search for belonging. Readers will find themselves exploring these universal concepts alongside the protagonist, making for a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant experience.
- Lili St. Crow creates a vivid and immersive world filled with magic, danger, and intrigue. The atmospheric descriptions and well-crafted setting will transport readers into the heart of New Haven, a city teeming with supernatural elements.
- The book features a cast of complex and multifaceted characters, each with their own motivations, secrets, and growth throughout the story. The dynamics between characters, especially the protagonist Camille and her 'sisters', add depth to the narrative.
- Nameless offers a unique and dark twist on the classic Snow White fairy tale, providing readers with a fresh and captivating narrative that reimagines the familiar story in a new, gothic setting.