"Corbenic" by Catherine Fisher is a modern retelling of the Arthurian legend that follows the story of Cal, a troubled teenager who discovers a hidden world of magic and chivalry. Cal is drawn to the mysterious Corbenic, a castle that is said to hold the Holy Grail, and becomes entangled in a quest to find it. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters including a knight, a princess, and a sorceress, and must confront his own inner demons as he searches for the Grail. The novel explores themes of love, redemption, and the power of myth and legend.

"The Golem's Eye" is the second book in the "Bartimaeus Trilogy" by Jonathan Stroud. The story continues with Nathaniel, now a member of the government's ruling class, as he tries to solve a series of mysterious attacks on the city by powerful magical creatures. Alongside his djinni, Bartimaeus, Nathaniel discovers a conspiracy that threatens the government and the stability of the magical world. The book explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of one's actions.

This gripping tale follows a 12-year-old boy and his wolf cub companion as they embark on a perilous journey in the prehistoric wilderness. Their mission is to fulfill a promise to his dying father by finding and destroying a demon-possessed bear that threatens their world. Along the way, they must navigate treacherous terrains, confront supernatural forces, and learn to trust each other in order to survive. The story is a compelling blend of adventure, survival, and the bond between human and animal.

This novel is a captivating fantasy tale centered around Tiffany Aching, a young witch who stands on the cusp of adulthood, grappling with the weighty responsibilities of her role in her community. As she navigates the complexities of her position, she faces a malevolent entity that feeds on fear and prejudice, threatening the very fabric of her world. With the help of her loyal friends, including a clan of small, fierce blue men known as the Nac Mac Feegle, Tiffany must confront this darkness and protect those who cannot defend themselves. Set in a richly imagined world that blends humor with wisdom, the story explores themes of duty, compassion, and the importance of standing up against injustice.

This novel is a gripping, dark fantasy tale set in post-World War I England, where a young girl wakes up after an accident to find herself changed in inexplicable ways. As she struggles to piece together what happened to her, she discovers that she is not who she thought she was, and her family seems to be harboring sinister secrets. With the help of unlikely allies, she embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her identity and to confront the eerie, otherworldly forces that have begun to invade her world. This story masterfully blends elements of horror, mystery, and historical fiction, creating a haunting narrative about loss, identity, and the lengths we go to for love.