In her fantasy debut, Liselle Sambury tells the captivating story of a teen witch who faces an unspeakable task to save her family’s heritage. Dark, mysterious, and packed with Black Girl Magic, this spellbinding tale will keep you guessing until the very last page.

Why We Love It: “Voya, the daughter who would do anything for her family, wants to do the right thing. The problem? To save generations of magical witches, she must sacrifice her first love. With no time to spare, Voya must find her perfect match. But can she do it? You’ll be on the edge of your seat to find out.” —Amanda, Category Manager

Our May pick is Xiran Jay Zhao’s captivating new page-turner about a young female pilot who gets the revenge that nobody was expecting. With a unique blend of Chinese history and mecha science fiction, this YA novel tells an inspiring story that people of all ages will connect with instantly.

Why We Love It: “A groundbreaking protagonist, a triangle of characters who keep you cheering them on, and an adventure that is fuelled by vengeance—but also love. Whether it is the immersive world that captures you first, the relationships, the beautiful writing, or the edge-of-your-seat plot turns, you won’t be able to put this book down.” —Amanda, Category Manager