FICTION

Stardust in Their Veins

by Laura Sebastian
Delacorte. (Castles in Their Bones: Bk. 2). Feb. 2023. 576p. Tr $19.99. ISBN 9780593118207.
COPY ISBN
Gr 9 Up–Castles in Their Bones sent three princesses to political marriages in three different countries; their mother the empress has now conquered one of them, leaving Beatriz imprisoned in Cellaria and Daphne in a tenuous position in Friv. Firmly a middle book, the plot is full of coded messages, espionage, betrayals, and the world’s mysterious star magic. Daphne must come to terms with her mother’s machinations, while Beatriz tries to get a handle on her magic with help from an unlikely source. Sebastian weaves the story together with a firm handle on pacing and worldbuilding, placing twists and turns throughout as characters leave their assigned countries. Exciting events are on the horizon for the final installment.
VERDICT A fun political fantasy that fans will be happy to have. Recommended for purchase.
Reviewed by Emmy Neal , Feb 01, 2023

Be the first reader to comment.

Comment Policy:
  • Be respectful, and do not attack the author, people mentioned in the article, or other commenters. Take on the idea, not the messenger.
  • Don't use obscene, profane, or vulgar language.
  • Stay on point. Comments that stray from the topic at hand may be deleted.
  • Comments may be republished in print, online, or other forms of media.
  • If you see something objectionable, please let us know. Once a comment has been flagged, a staff member will investigate.

RELATED 

BLOGS

Holiday Gift Guide: Six Inclusive MG Fantasies, a guest post by Marieke Nijkamp
by Amanda MacGregor
BOOKS

My Weird School Special: Hip, Hip, Hooray! Every Day Is a Holiday!
by Gutman, Dan
BOOKS

Ramadan on Rahma Road: A Recipe Storybook
by Gutta, Razeena Omar & Faaiza Osman
BOOKS

The Dagger and the Flame
by Doyle, Catherine
BOOKS

Desert Echoes
by Nazemian, Abdi
BOOKS

HappyHead
by Silver, Josh
More
ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?

We are currently offering this content for free. Sign up now to activate your personal profile, where you can save articles for future viewing

ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?