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Books like Cinderella Is Dead
Award winning
This Poison Heart
Kalynn Bayron, 2021
372 pages
Why to read
- Gripping fantasy with magical realism and botanical elements.
- Explores themes of family legacy, identity, and self-discovery.
- Encourages curiosity about nature and science.
- Stimulates imagination and critical thinking.
This Poison Heart
Kalynn Bayron, 2021
Award winning
My Dear Henry: A Jekyll & Hyde Remix
Kalynn Bayron, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
- Engaging retelling of classic tale with youthful twist.
- Encourages exploration of themes like identity and ethics.
- Stimulates imagination and critical thinking.
- Suitable for advanced young readers and discussions.
My Dear Henry: A Jekyll & Hyde Remix
Kalynn Bayron, 2023
Award winning
Roar
Cora Carmack, 2017
380 pages
Why to read
- Engaging tale of adventure and self-discovery.
- Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
- Enriches empathy through diverse character interactions.
- Offers lessons on courage and friendship.
Roar
Cora Carmack, 2017
Award winning
The Fever King: Feverwake
Victoria Lee, 2019
375 pages
Why to read
- Engages with themes of power, identity, and responsibility.
- Fosters empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
- Encourages critical thinking with its complex political intrigue.
- Stimulates discussion on ethics and societal challenges.
The Fever King: Feverwake
Victoria Lee, 2019
Award winning
The Dream Thieves: The Raven Cycle
Maggie Stiefvater, 2013
439 pages
Why to read
- Explores deep themes through captivating supernatural elements.
- Strengthens relational dynamics and personal growth understanding.
- Encourages resilience and persistence in face of challenges.
- Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills effectively.
The Dream Thieves: The Raven Cycle
Maggie Stiefvater, 2013
Award winning
Death Weavers: Five Kingdoms
Brandon Mull, 2016
512 pages
Why to read
- Adventure-rich story enhances imaginative and creative thinking.
- Characters show resilience, boosting emotional and social development.
- Encourages critical thinking through complex plots and mysteries.
- Supports literacy skills with engaging narrative and structure.
Death Weavers: Five Kingdoms
Brandon Mull, 2016
Award winning
Bitterblue: Graceling Realm
Kristin Cashore, Ian Schoenherr, 2013
576 pages
Why to read
- Explores themes of self-discovery and personal growth.
- Encourages resilience and ethical decision-making.
- Engages young readers with complex, intriguing fantasy world.
- Supports development of empathy through diverse character interactions.
Bitterblue: Graceling Realm
Kristin Cashore, Ian Schoenherr, 2013
Award winning
The Chosen: Contender
Taran Matharu, 2019
368 pages
Why to read
- Engaging blend of fantasy and historical elements.
- Encourages resilience and bravery in young readers.
- Supports development of empathy through diverse characters.
- Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading comprehension.
