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Books like Finale: Caraval
Award winning
Once Upon a Broken Heart
Stephanie Garber, 2023
408 pages
Why to read
- Captivating fantasy tale with magical elements.
- Encourages resilience through emotional challenges.
- Strengthens empathy by understanding diverse characters.
- Ideal for sparking creativity and imagination.
Once Upon a Broken Heart
Stephanie Garber, 2023
Award winning
The Graces
Laure Eve, 2016
415 pages
Why to read
- Explores themes of magic and mystery.
- Highlights the value of self-discovery and friendship.
- Encourages emotional resilience and personal growth.
- Captivating narrative that keeps young readers engaged.
The Graces
Laure Eve, 2016
Award winning
A Great and Terrible Beauty (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy)
Libba Bray, 2003
416 pages
Why to read
- Explores themes of friendship, freedom, and responsibility.
- Victorian setting enriches historical knowledge and awareness.
- Empowers young readers through strong, complex female protagonist.
- Encourages exploration of self-identity and personal growth.
A Great and Terrible Beauty (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy)
Libba Bray, 2003
Award winning
Summer of the Mariposas
Guadalupe Garcia Mccall, 2012
352 pages
Why to read
- Explores themes of sisterhood and personal growth.
- Incorporates rich Latino culture and folklore.
- Enhances understanding of family values and cooperation.
- Adventure-filled narrative boosts engagement and imagination.
Summer of the Mariposas
Guadalupe Garcia Mccall, 2012
Award winning
Valkyrie Rising
Ingrid Paulson, 2012
352 pages
Why to read
- Adventure-filled narrative enhances critical thinking.
- Strong female protagonist empowers young readers.
- Incorporates Norse mythology, promoting cultural awareness.
- Supports gender equality and personal growth.
Valkyrie Rising
Ingrid Paulson, 2012
Award winning
Midnight Jewel: The Glittering Court
Richelle Mead, 2017
416 pages
Why to read
- Engaging fantasy with captivating adventure elements.
- Strong, resilient female protagonist inspires empowerment.
- Explores themes of friendship, bravery, and self-discovery.
- Encourages imagination and broadens world perspectives.
Midnight Jewel: The Glittering Court
Richelle Mead, 2017
Award winning
Muse of Nightmares: Strange the Dreamer
Laini Taylor, 2018
528 pages
Why to read
- Explores themes of friendship and perseverance.
- Stimulates imagination through rich, fantastical storytelling.
- Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
- Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading skills.
Muse of Nightmares: Strange the Dreamer
Laini Taylor, 2018
Award winning
The Chaos of Stars
Kiersten White, 2013
277 pages
Why to read
- Engages with Egyptian mythology, enhancing cultural knowledge.
- Strengthens family bonds through character interactions.
- Encourages personal growth and self-discovery.
- Intriguing fantasy elements spark imagination.
