Bloodmarked

Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn is the thrilling second instalment in The Legendborn Cycle, continuing Bree Matthews's journey into a secret society descended from King Arthur's knights. Now discovering the extent of her ancestral powers, Bree faces an escalating war between the Legendborn Order and demons. When Nick is kidnapped and the Order's leaders refuse to help, Bree and her friends go on the run to rescue him. With dangerous magic, complicated loyalties and secrets surrounding her own identity, Bree must learn to control her powers without losing herself.

Recommended age: 14+ years

Genre: Young Adult Fantasy, Contemporary Fantasy, Arthurian Retelling, Paranormal Fantasy, Romance, Adventure

Why readers will enjoy it:

• An immersive magical world inspired by Arthurian legends and secret societies
• A determined heroine discovering her identity and ancestral powers
• Fast-paced action, dangerous enemies and high-stakes adventures
• Complex friendships, emotional relationships and romantic tension
• Thought-provoking exploration of race, identity, power and belonging
• A compelling continuation for readers who enjoyed Legendborn

Read-alikes: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn, Oathbound by Tracy Deonn, The Infernal Devices by Cassandra Clare, A Song Below Water by Bethany C. Morrow, Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi, The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna

Reading note: This is Book 2 in the series. Read Legendborn first for the characters, relationships and story background. The novel contains fantasy violence and mature YA themes.

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