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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.
