This list includes both stand alone fantasy and first in a series! I won’t include any books that are not “first” in a series. Enjoy! I love a good fantasy escape 🥰
First in a series! A magical institute and 5 different types of magic. Mind manipulating, element wielding, speaking with animals, object summoning and shape shifting.
By the Orchid and the Owl by Mariah Montoya
Stand-alone. A woman who wants to be the first ever female high mage and has studied her whole life for it. She joins the patriarchy and uncovers secrets about the way their world is really run.
Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang
Stand-alone. The Wishtress is a girl whose tears grant wishes but she lives in secret among her peers. Until she is cursed that the next tear she cries will end her life.
Wishtress by Nadine Brandes
First in a trilogy. This book is so atmospheric! The main character has a very unique bond with Death, who is a character in the story.
Belladonna by Adalyn Grace
First in a Trilogy. Alosa is a badass pirate who pretends to be taken captive by the enemy in order to gain access to their ship!
Daughter of the Pirate King by Tricia Levenseller
First in Duology. A kingdom where magic is forbidden. However, the magic system allowed is within a deck of magical cards. Each card giving a different ability to the holder.
One Dark Window (The Shepherd King #1)
First in Duology. A world where a group of girls act as seers by drowning in an enchanted river and having prophecies for people while they drown. This is so good 😭
