Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
A vibrant celebration of sacred female authority! Dividing 50 global figures into goddesses, heroines, and monsters, this beautifully illustrated YA handbook breaks down names, symbols, and lore. While entries are brief, it serves as a stunning, accessible starting point for high schoolers looking to uncover the diverse, cross-cultural history of female power.
Folklore hits the streets! Following first-generation Filipino siblings JJ and Althea, the story shifts gears from food truck duties to saving the world when real creatures from Philippine mythology come alive.
Don’t ignore the warnings. A Hollywood film crew learns the hard way that some legends are true. Guided by the mysterious Alon, they venture onto a cursed Philippine island where the trees hold mummies and nature demands payment. This atmospheric, folklore-driven thriller is a satisfying serving of karma, perfect for middle and high schoolers looking for a spooky, suspenseful mystery with an authentic cultural heart.
A haunting tale of a missing girl and the ancestral ghosts of the American South. It’s a somber, literary look at how historical trauma haunts the present which is perfect for fans of dark, folklore-driven mysteries.
These Vengeful Wishes is a gripping YA supernatural thriller that breathes new life into the Latin American legend of La Cegua. When aspiring artist Ceci moves into a cursed mansion and discovers a wishing well, she learns that every desire comes with a sinister price. Appropriate for all high school readers, this standalone novel expertly balances eerie suspense with complex family dynamics and compelling characters.