This take on Egyptian mythology is for those who like their fiction with a heavy dose of snark. Perfect for fans of poetic writing and YA that tackles end of the world scenarios. This post-apocalpytic retelling of The Odyssey features four queer kids and Block’s signature lush and descriptive writing style. Love in the Time of Global Warming by Francesca Lia Block
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This page-turner brings the Furies of Greek mythology to the modern world in this action-packed story full of lots of plot twists. McCall tells a story of sisters on a modern heroic journey that rivals that of Odysseus, but the mythical creatures that both aid and sabotage them on their journey are from Latin American folklore rather than Greek.įor jaded YA readers who are looking for something unique, check out this debut. Summer of the Mariposas by Guadalupe Garcia McCall
Fans of feminist fantasy adventure in the vein of Tamora Pierce will adore this novel. The story of a young woman who embarks on a quest to save her father rather than marry is full of action, drama, and romantic tension with a health dose of adventure and enthralling world-building. Myth and magic are expertly united in this young adult fantasy novel that draws on Eastern tradition.
Come for the teen sarcasm, stay for the love triangle.
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This series is exceedingly popular in with teens in my library, even several years after it came out, and it’s an adapatation of the popular Persephone myth. Readers who want more edge to their modern day gods will be delighted by this trilogy, which features a dash of horror and suspense. Almond’s distinctive writing style beautifully captures the spirit of the classic myth, and is perfect for readers who love a good tragedy. Instead of the Pacific Northwest, as in All Our Pretty Songs, Almond sets his retelling in the UK. This is another modern take on the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. If you’re looking for a more challenging, introspective YA read that still captures what it’s like to be a teenager, this is the mythology-inspired YA novel for you. As much about the bonds of friendship as the rush of first love, this is a complex, layered story. This retelling of Orpheus myth is full of lush, dreamy prose, and centers on the relationship of the narrator and her best friend Aurora and the intoxicating musician they meet. This YA novel inspired by Korean mythology is perfect for fans of Graceling by Kristin Cashore.
With snarky lines, a bad boy love interest, and loads of fun, this will definitely satisfy a craving for paranormal YA.Ĭryptic prophecy? Check. This trilogy is a modern-day Persephone retelling with all of the frothy drama you’d expect in a supernatural romance, and cheekily combines the troubles of life in the underworld with the everyday trials and tribulation of being a teenager.
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