I adored Vesper for her toughness and vulnerable heart-I dare you not to fall for her, too. “An absolutely riveting, supercharged story set against a world of secretive and thoroughly badass magic-wielders. Kincaid, New York Times bestselling author of The Diabolic /rebates/2f97800626576192fBeckoning-Shadow-Blair-Katharyn-00626576152fplp&.

“ The Beckoning Shadow is a fast-paced, exciting debut with an awesome girl protagonist! I rooted for Vesper as she smashed her way through this vividly imagined story, and was left hoping for more!” - S.J. “Part fantasy, part battle royale, this gripping novel builds on the well-loved trope of mutant outcasts with unexplained powers but adds a worthy gladiatorial spin.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books The Beckoning Shadow Series 2 primary works 2 total works Book 1 The Beckoning Shadow by Katharyn Blair 3. “Blair provides plenty of action, twists, and duplicity as the story unfolds, incorporating a complicated romance and even discussion of religion along the way.” - ALA Booklist

“This story of magic, hope, death, friendship, and family.offer a taste of the mystical, a great voice and dialogue, and well-written questions that address teen angst.” - School Library Journal ★“Interweaving excellent worldbuilding with the uncertainties of discipline, friendship, and taking ownership of one’s decisions, Blair’s debut will entrance and delight in equal measure.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review) ★“An extraordinary debut packed with richly drawn characters in a sure-to-entertain storyline.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

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