After Her Mother Dies, Bree Matthews Discovers a Secret Society... And Her Own Powerful Legacy
Enter Tracy Deonn's groundbreaking YA fantasy that's redefining the genre—a Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book that blends Arthurian legend with Black Girl Magic and Southern folk traditions. Legendborn is a powerful, unputdownable story that readers call "breathtaking" and "unforgettable."
After her mother's tragic death, sixteen-year-old Bree Matthews enrolls in a residential program at UNC-Chapel Hill, hoping to escape her grief. Instead, she witnesses a magical attack on the first night, and a mysterious teenage mage erases her memory—or tries to. Bree's resistance to the spell reveals she has powers of her own, tied to a hidden world where a secret society of descendants from King Arthur's knights prepare to face an ancient enemy. As Bree digs deeper into her own ancestry and her mother's death, she uncovers a conspiracy that ties her family's history to both Arthurian magic and her ancestors' resistance. But the deeper Bree goes, the more dangerous her journey becomes.
Clean Content Promise: Spice level 1—sweet romance building toward more in the series, with focus on Bree's powerful journey.
Perfect For:
YA fantasy lovers, fans of diverse retellings and Arthurian legend reimagined, readers who appreciate complex world-building and romance with depth, and protagonists fighting for their place in magical worlds. Perfect for fans of A Deadly Education, Raybearer, and anyone seeking representation in fantasy. Exceptional for book clubs ready for deep, meaningful discussions.
Genre: YA Fantasy
Spice Level: 1 (Sweet romance building toward more in the series)
Reading Vibe: Epic, emotional, empowering, impossible to put down
This collection honors Tracy Deonn's groundbreaking work with officially licensed merchandise and carefully selected treats that connect to Bree's journey through two magical traditions. Each item celebrates the power of claiming your legacy and fighting for your place at the table. Perfect for readers ready to be swept away by one of the most important YA fantasy series of recent years. Note: This is book one of a series—you'll definitely want the sequel!
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