Legendborn

Legendborn by Tracy Deonn is a groundbreaking fantasy novel that seamlessly blends ancient lore with modern-day challenges. The story centres around sixteen-year-old Bree Matthews, who is grappling with the recent loss of her mother. Seeking an escape from her grief, Bree enrols in a residential programme for high school students at a university, hoping for a fresh start. However, her journey takes an unexpected turn when she witnesses a terrifying attack on her very first night in the programme.

A flying demon, feeding on human energies, introduces Bree to a hidden world of magic and danger. She soon discovers a secret society known as the "Legendborn"—a group of warriors claiming lineage to King Arthur's knights—who dedicate their lives to hunting down these dark creatures. Her encounter with a mysterious mage, a self-proclaimed "Merlin," who tries and fails to erase her memories, triggers a series of mystical experiences for Bree, unveiling her own latent powers and a buried memory concerning her mother's death.

Determined to find answers, Bree infiltrates the Legendborn society, navigating the complexities of heritage and destiny. As she delves deeper, she learns that the Legendborn are on the brink of a magical war, and she must decide whether to use her newfound abilities to dismantle the society from within or join the fight alongside them. Bree's quest is a thrilling exploration of self-discovery and empowerment, set against a backdrop of ancient magic and timeless conflicts.

SOME LEGACIES ARE MEANT TO BE BROKEN.

"I love the feeling of a magical world existing just beneath the surface of our own and this story gave me everything I wanted: incredible characters, ancient lore, and secret societies—all grounded in our very real, very flawed world..." –Leigh Bardugo, author of Shadow and Bone

An explosive fantasy debut that is taking TikTok by storm. Perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare, Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J. Maas, and Cinderella is Dead!

Filled with mystery and Southern Black Girl Magic, Tracy Deonn’s New York Times bestselling Legendborn offers the dark allure of City of Bones with a modern-day twist on a classic legend.

After her mother dies in an accident, sixteen-year-old Bree Matthews wants to escape. A residential programme for bright high-schoolers seems like the perfect opportunity—until she witnesses a magical attack her very first night on campus...

A flying demon feeding on human energies.

A secret society of so-called "Legendborn" that hunt the creatures down.

A mysterious mage who calls himself a "Merlin" and who attempts—and fails—to wipe Bree’s memory of everything she saw.

The mage’s failure unlocks Bree’s own unique magic and a buried memory about her mother. Now Bree will do whatever it takes to discover the truth, even infiltrate the Legendborn. But when the Legendborn reveal themselves as the descendants of King Arthur’s knights and foretell a magical war, Bree must decide how far she’ll go for the truth. Should she use her magic to take the society down—or join the fight?

Winner of the Coretta Scott King – John Steptoe for New Talent Author Award, and a New York Times bestseller!