The Gorgon's Fury: Tales of Newel and Doren, a Fablehaven Adventure, Book 1 by Brandon Mull

The Gorgon's Fury: Tales of Newel and Doren, a Fablehaven Adventure, Book 1 by Brandon Mull It's a fine book with lots of fun and adventure to add to any school library. Brandon Mull always takes readers on an adventure. Enjoy.

The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller is definitely and adult book. There are a few highly romantic scenes. What I appreciate is that it's all nuanced but still you know what is happening. One of my high school students read it on his own and liked it. So I would say perfect for public library and private reading but not for high school libraries. Having said that, it is a good book and well written and follows the Achilles myth very well. It is good literature geared more for adults. The audiobook is also very good.

The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel by Gareth Hinds , Homer

The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel by Gareth Hinds, Homer I liked this depiction of the Greek story of a mighty warrior trying to get back home. Any nudity is blurred. A bit of blood from battle scene but it all works. A good book to add to any high school library. Helpful when teaching 9th grade English.

The Girl with No Reflection by Keshe Chow

The Girl With No Reflection is a fantasy romantic adventure story. In someways it's good but there is some plot errors that weren't explained away. There are also some f*bombs that weren't really necesary. It's okay but I felt it was a bumpy story.

Ancient Night by David Bowles and David Alvarez

Ancient Night is a beautiful picture book that takes an ancient legend and brings it to life. A welcome addition to any school library

The Library of Legends by Janie Chang

The Library of Legends is a slow book that builds up to an amazing story. I appreciate how the author tied up two stories, the one placed in China, in the 1930s when Japan invaded China, and a legend of a star who fell in love with a prince. It's a great story and listening to the audiobook is worth a go. Enjoy.

When Among Crows by Veronica Roth

When Among Crows by Veronica Roth comes from a Polish saying. It's a complex story that works beautifuly. I would say this is reading level for adults and not fitting into a high school library. I chose this book because I enjoy reading Roth's work and what a pretty cover. The voice actors did a great job. Lots of underworld characters and action. Love Baba Jaga. Enjoy.

Godkiller by Hannah Kaner

Godkiller by Hannah Kaner is a tale of adventure, vengence, sacrifice and more. There is a lot going on in this story. Perfect for public libraries, not so much for high school. It's an okay story. I had a hard time getting in to the story, I was listening to an audiobook.

The Lost Dreamer by Lizz Huerta

The Lost Dreamer is a world that seems to take place in an Aztec or Mayan or PreColumbian kind of world. I listened to the audiobook and while the reader did a great job, I still felt lost listening to the book. It didn't wow me very much. A lot of magic/mystic type of situations that were a bit over the top. It's fine for school libraries, it just wasn't apealing to me personally.

Song of the Six Realms by Judy I. Lin

I loved this story. I look forward to reading more of Judy I Lin stories. It has magic, romance, and more. The audiobook also good. Perfect for any high school library. Enjoy.

The Cursed Carnival editor Rick Riordan

The Cursed Carnival edited by Rick Riordan is a collection of short stories perfect for middle school libraries. Many promienent authors contributed to this collection. Fine for any school library. Also the audio book is well done.

A Thousand Steps Into Night by Traci Chee

 

This is a great book to add to your high school library.  It's a good read and is set in a medieval Asian culture.  Add this one to your library collection.  The audio book also very good.  Enjoy.

The Mists of Avalon Mistress of Magic by Marion Zimmer Bradley

 This book came out when I was in high school.  I remember seeing the book at a friends house and thinking I would like to read it.  It's a thick book so I went with an audio book.  Some mature content.  It's the legend of Arthur but in a different perspective.  More his mother and his sister, Morgana.  It's good, definitely for adults.

Aru Shah And The Tree of Wishes by Roshani Chokshi

It's a good series and will fit nicely in any middle school library.  If you like Percy Jackson series, add this to your reading list.  It's a good read.  Enjoy.

Shadow of the Fox Night of the Dragon by Julie Kagawa

I love this series.  I am so getting this for my high school library.  It's a page turner of never ending danger, rich words and a great story.  If I were to have a fantasy dinner party and could invite authors, Julie Kagawa would be on the list.  She can tell a story.  Each book gets better and better.  A big thank you.  Also audio book is great and I would invite the reader also to the dinner party.

Tristan Strong Punches A Hole In The Sky by Kwame Mbalia

This is a great book that is also just as good in audio books.  I learned a lot from this book and was entertained as well.  Add this one to your school library.

Race To The Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse

I am looking forward to reading more by Rebecca Roanhorse.  She successfully incorporated both modern and legend together to create an entertaining story filled with elements of the Navajo lore.  It will be a welcome addition to any school library.  Enjoy.  Also audio book is done well too.

Loki Where Mischief Lies by Mackenzi Lee

I can see this popular with high school students who enjoy the Marvel stories and also Norse Mythology.  It's a good blend.  I would say fine for high school libraries.  Enjoy.

The Trials of Apollo The Tyrant’s Tomb by Rick Riordan

Adventure, mythology, contemporary settings and fighting zombies and evil kings, it's the perfect edition to add to any school or personal library.  Enjoy.  I know I'll have to add this to my high school library.  Audio book also very good.

Runemarks by Joanne Harris

If you like mythology, Norse Mythology and adventure this would be  a story for you.  I would say not for your average teen, more those really into mythology.  It's filled with layers.  Enjoy.