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12 Asian-Inspired YA Fantasies To Read Now

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

WICKED FOX

by Kat Cho

This fantasy debut will be eagerly devoured, and readers will clamor for a sequel. Full review >

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GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

THE FOX MAIDENS

by Robin Ha ; illustrated by Robin Ha

A lushly illustrated fantasy that feels ancient and modern at the same time. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

REBEL SKIES

by Ann Sei Lin

A deliciously edgy plot and lingering mysteries will leave readers eager for the sequel. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

KINDLING

by Traci Chee

Both a mesmerizing fantasy adventure and a haunting meditation on shared trauma. Full review >

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