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Beth Revis

4 Books
A Rebel recruit, questions her dedication to the cause. (Ages 12 and up)

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New York Times bestselling author Beth Revis brings to life the early adventures and heartbreaks of the heroine of the smash hit movie Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. When Jyn Erso was five years old, her mother was murdered and her father taken from her to serve the Empire. But despite the loss of her parents she is not completely alone-Saw Gerrera, a man willing to go to any extremes necessary in order to resist Imperial tyranny, takes her in as his own, and gives her not only a home but all the abilities and resources she needs to becomea rebel herself. Jyn dedicates herself to the cause-and the man. But fighting alongside Saw and his people brings with it danger and the question of just how far Jyn is willing to go as one of Saw's soldiers. When she faces an unthinkable betrayal that shatters her world, Jyn will have to pull the pieces of herself back together and figure out what she truly believes in... and who she can really trust.
13-18 Years
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Step into a dark and dangerous world where magic is hunted and trust is a deadly game. Fritzi is a witch and the lone survivor of a brutal attack on her coven. Driven by grief, she is determined to bring the zealot witch hunters—the hexenjägers—to justice. To do that, she must take down their merciless leader. On the other side is Otto, a captain among the hexenjägers. But his loyalty is a lie. Years ago, the hunters burned his innocent mother alive, and he has been secretly plotting his revenge from the inside ever since. When a twist of fate throws Fritzi and Otto together, these sworn enemies must form a reluctant truce. Journeying from the heart of the city to the mysterious Black Forest, they uncover a horrifying magical plot that threatens everything they know. As old truths come to light, you will watch their bitter hatred slowly transform into a forbidden romance that might just be the most powerful magic of all.
13-18 Years 416 Pages
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It took exactly twenty-two minutes for Kirby Matheson to walk into his high school gymnasium and open fire. The horrific event left six dead and five injured, but the tragedy didn't start or end in those twenty-two minutes. Seventeen different students, each with their own unique connection to Kirby, share their perspectives on the boy they thought they knew. Through their interlocking stories, a complex portrait emerges of a teenager who defied simple categorization. This powerful anthology forces you to look beyond the headlines and examine the intricate web of relationships, missed warnings, and quiet moments that precede a devastating school shooting. A haunting and essential examination of a modern tragedy.
13-18 Years 352 Pages
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Step back into the greatest galactic conflict of all time, but look through the eyes of those waiting in the shadows. To celebrate the fortieth anniversary of an iconic cinematic masterpiece, forty incredible storytellers have gathered to reimagine the most thrilling moments of a galaxy far, far away. Instead of following the familiar heroes with lightsabers, these stories shift the spotlight to the overlooked characters who witnessed history unfold. You will ride across the frozen plains of Hoth with a naturalist caring for tauntauns, navigate the criminal underworld with rival bounty hunters chasing a notorious smuggler, and plunge into the murky depths of a swamp planet to face a terrifying dark side vision. From the tragic tale of a wampa just trying to survive, to the quiet rebellion of workers deep within a floating city, every short story reveals a fresh, unexpected perspective. Discover a thrilling anthology that expands the universe you love, blending heart, humor, and breathtaking action into an unforgettable cinematic tribute.
13-18 Years 576 Pages
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