Frances Hardinge
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Publisher
ABRAMS, Inc
Pub. Date
2017
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An amnesiac girl explores an enchanting underground world filled with sinister secrets in this YA fantasy from the award-winning author of The Lie Tree.
In the underground city of Caverna, the world’s most skilled craftspeople toil in the darkness to create delicacies beyond compare—wines that remove memories, cheeses that make you hallucinate, and perfumes that convince you to trust the wearer, even as he slits
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Pub. Date
2023
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Unraveller is a dark YA fantasy about learning to use your power and finding peace, from award-winning author Frances Hardinge.
In a world where anyone can create a life-destroying curse, only one person has the power to unravel them.
Kellen does not fully understand his talent but helps those transformed maliciously—including Nettle. Recovered from entrapment in bird form, she is now his constant...
In a world where anyone can create a life-destroying curse, only one person has the power to unravel them.
Kellen does not fully understand his talent but helps those transformed maliciously—including Nettle. Recovered from entrapment in bird form, she is now his constant...
3) The Lie Tree
Author
Publisher
ABRAMS, Inc
Pub. Date
2016
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Description
Costa Book of the Year: This novel of science, magic, murder, and a determined Victorian-era teenager is a "heady concoction . . . absolutely unforgettable" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review).
Faith Sunderly leads a double life. To most people, she is modest and well mannered—a proper young lady who knows her place. But inside, Faith is burning with questions and curiosity. She keeps sharp watch of her surroundings and, therefore,...
Faith Sunderly leads a double life. To most people, she is modest and well mannered—a proper young lady who knows her place. But inside, Faith is burning with questions and curiosity. She keeps sharp watch of her surroundings and, therefore,...
4) Cuckoo Song
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“Full of rich language that is reminiscent of an old fairy tale. . . . [a] spine-chilling, creative work [and] a well-wrought fantasy.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
Following a mysterious incident that leaves her feverish and sopping wet, Triss awakens to a world that’s eerily off-kilter. Her memories are muddled, her sister despises her, and when she brushes her hair,...
Following a mysterious incident that leaves her feverish and sopping wet, Triss awakens to a world that’s eerily off-kilter. Her memories are muddled, her sister despises her, and when she brushes her hair,...
5) Deeplight
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Pub. Date
2020
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Description
“Equal parts dazzling fantasy, swashbuckling adventure, and tender coming-of-age tale” from the author of the Costa Book of the Year, The Lie Tree (Publishers Weekly, starred review).
The gods are dead. Fifty years ago, they turned on one another and tore each other apart. Nobody knows why.
Now, even coin-sized scraps of dead god are worth a fortune because of the strange powers...
The gods are dead. Fifty years ago, they turned on one another and tore each other apart. Nobody knows why.
Now, even coin-sized scraps of dead god are worth a fortune because of the strange powers...
Author
Publisher
ABRAMS, Inc
Pub. Date
2017
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Description
From the award–winning author of The Lie Tree, "a delicious combination of historical adventure, coming-of-age tale, and supernatural intrigue" (Publishers Weekly, starred review).
Sometimes, when a person dies, their spirit goes looking for somewhere to hide. Some people have space within them, perfect for hiding
Young Makepeace has learned to defend herself from the ghosts that try to possess her in the night, desperate...
Sometimes, when a person dies, their spirit goes looking for somewhere to hide. Some people have space within them, perfect for hiding
Young Makepeace has learned to defend herself from the ghosts that try to possess her in the night, desperate...
Author
Publisher
ABRAMS, Inc
Pub. Date
2018
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Description
Author of The Lie Tree: "Hardinge's world is rich enough to fuel two or three fantasy novels . . . humorous and heartbreaking and a sheer pleasure to read." —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Having successfully wreaked revolution upon the City of Mandelion, Mosca and Clent find themselves escaping catastrophe by the skin of their teeth and seeking refuge in Toll. In this strange, aptly named gateway town, visitors may...
Having successfully wreaked revolution upon the City of Mandelion, Mosca and Clent find themselves escaping catastrophe by the skin of their teeth and seeking refuge in Toll. In this strange, aptly named gateway town, visitors may...
8) Fly by Night
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Publisher
ABRAMS, Inc
Pub. Date
2017
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Description
The award-winning author of The Lie Tree "has created a distinctly imaginative world full of engaging characters, robust humor, and true suspense" (School Library Journal, starred review).
Everybody knew that books were dangerous. Read the wrong book, it was said, and the words crawled around your brain on black legs and drove you mad, wicked mad.
Mosca Mye's father insisted on teaching her to read—even in a world...
Everybody knew that books were dangerous. Read the wrong book, it was said, and the words crawled around your brain on black legs and drove you mad, wicked mad.
Mosca Mye's father insisted on teaching her to read—even in a world...
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From the award-winning author, "a breathtaking journey of revenge and redemption that pits a stubborn, devoted girl against an unknown evil" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review).
On Gullstruck Island, legend has it that the mountain ranges and volcanoes are in charge. Anger them, and you'll pay the price. Keep them happy, and you'll enjoy their protection. These stories of the land's command come in handy for quiet, near-invisible Hathin...
On Gullstruck Island, legend has it that the mountain ranges and volcanoes are in charge. Anger them, and you'll pay the price. Keep them happy, and you'll enjoy their protection. These stories of the land's command come in handy for quiet, near-invisible Hathin...
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Pub. Date
2024
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Description
A remarkable and ultimately heartwarming story of grief, family, kindness, and being true to yourself. Multiple starred reviews and a rave from the New York Times Book Review, which praised it as "incredibly hopeful."
Part gothic thriller and part seafaring coming-of-age story, this new illustrated middle grade fantasy from award-winning author Frances Hardinge and acclaimed illustrator Emily Gravett is about a strange island filled...
Part gothic thriller and part seafaring coming-of-age story, this new illustrated middle grade fantasy from award-winning author Frances Hardinge and acclaimed illustrator Emily Gravett is about a strange island filled...