Forget what you know about those so-called
evil stepsisters! These fierce ladies are wholly misunderstood and deserve some
extra credit. They’re strong, ruthless and a force to be reckoned with—what’s
not to love about that? We have a lineup of not-so-evil stepsisters from
amazing YA books that will rock your world! Breaking the mold isn’t for the
faint of heart!
For India Maxwell, Boston has
none of the sunny-California vibe she’s used to, especially since she’s at the
bottom of the social ladder. Her stepsister, Eloise, doesn’t give her much of a
helping hand, but behind that cool facade there’s a tender side and a huge
secret. #besties or #frenemies?
Emma’s life is turned upside down
when her new stepsister, Quinn, moves in with them. Quinn is a vicious mean
girl. But when she tragically dies, Emma begins to realize there was more to
her than anyone realized.
Have you been asking your friends and local librarian for a good circus read? Are you tired of being recommended The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern? Have you read The Night Circus for the two-hundred-trillion-billionth time because you absolutely can’t find anything else to read?
Well have I got a list for you!
Sprinkled with magical realism, fantasy worlds, and even some heavy life lessons, these circus reads are sure to please. Whether it’s an old family curse to be broken, a life to escape, a mechanical troupe in a world on the verge of war, or even time to take control of your destiny–perhaps you can find it here under the Big Top.
And after many years of growing awareness of the need for diverse books, we are finally seeing characters of all backgrounds, races, abilities, genders, religions, and cultures being embraced and celebrated, and have a growing selection of books to choose from, including those featuring Muslims.
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