Marie Lu
Marie Lu is an American young adult science fiction and fantasy author. She is best known for the Legend series, novels set in a dystopian and militarized future, as well as the Young Elites series, the Warcross series, and Batman: Nightwalker in the DC Icons series.
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Champion
Legend #3
The explosive finale to Marie Lu’s New York Times bestselling LEGEND trilogy—perfect for fans of THE HUNGER GAMES and DI… The explosive finale to Marie Lu’s New York Times bestselling LEGEND trilogy—perfect for fans of THE HUNGER GAMES and DIVERGENT! He is a Legend. She is a Prodigy. Who will be Champion? June and Day have sacrificed so much for the people of the Republic—and each other—and now their country is on the brink of a new existence. June is back in the good graces of the Republic, working within the government’s elite circles as Princeps Elect while Day has been assigned a high level military position. But neither could have predicted the circumstances that will reunite them once again. Just when a peace treaty is imminent, a plague outbreak causes panic in the Colonies, and war threatens the Republic’s border cities. This new strain of plague is deadlier than ever, and June is the only one who knows the key to her country’s defense. But saving the lives of thousands will mean asking the one she loves to give up everything he has. With heart-pounding action and suspense, Marie Lu’s bestselling trilogy draws to a stunning conclusion. New York Times bestseller YALSA BFYA ALA Top 10 nominee Chicago Public Library Best Book VOYA YA Perfect Ten List Bank Street Best Book Featured on Entertainment Weekly’s Must-List From ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: “Fine writing and excellent execution. Sequel, please!” From THE NEW YORK TIMES: “Legend doesn’t merely survive the hype, it deserves it.” From USA TODAY: “Marie Lu’s dystopian novel is a ‘Legend’ in the making.”
Rebel
Legend #4
Respect the Legend. Idolize the Prodigy. Celebrate the Champion. But never underestimate the Rebel. Coming soon as a gra… Respect the Legend. Idolize the Prodigy. Celebrate the Champion. But never underestimate the Rebel. Coming soon as a graphic novel! With unmatched suspense and her signature cinematic storytelling, #1 New York Times–bestselling author Marie Lu plunges readers back into the unforgettable world of Legend for a truly grand finale. Eden Wing has been living in his brother’s shadow for years. Even though he’s a top student at his academy in Ross City, Antarctica, and a brilliant inventor, most people know him only as Daniel Wing’s little brother. A decade ago, Daniel was known as Day, the boy from the streets who led a revolution that saved the Republic of America. But Day is no longer the same young man who was once a national hero. These days he’d rather hide out from the world and leave his past behind. All that matters to him now is keeping Eden safe—even if that also means giving up June, the great love of Daniel’s life. As the two brothers struggle to accept who they’ve each become since their time in the Republic, a new danger creeps into the distance that’s grown between them. Eden soon finds himself drawn so far into Ross City’s dark side, even his legendary brother can’t save him. At least not on his own . . .
Prodigy
Legend #2
Fugitives from the oppressive Republic, the legendary street-smart Day and the brilliant military prodigy June find them… Fugitives from the oppressive Republic, the legendary street-smart Day and the brilliant military prodigy June find themselves in the heart of rebel territory, Las Vegas. Now aligned with the shadowy Patriot resistance, they are thrust into a perilous plot to assassinate the Republic's new Elector, believing his removal will usher in a new era of freedom. But as the lines between ally and enemy blur, June uncovers devastating truths about the rebellion and the very system they fight to dismantle, forcing her to question everything she believes. With their lives and the future of the Republic hanging in the balance, Day and June must navigate a treacherous web of lies, where choosing the wrong side could lead to ultimate destruction.
The Evertree (Spirit Animals, Book 7)
Spirit Animals #7
Everything comes to a head in this seventh book in the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series. The world of Erdas will be cha… Everything comes to a head in this seventh book in the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series. The world of Erdas will be changed forever. Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan were once ordinary kids. Then they discovered that they had spirit animals-wise and powerful partners who granted them with amazing gifts . . . and a legendary responsibility. Together, the team has journeyed across Erdas, racing to stop a merciless foe. They have laughed and fought together. They've won challenges and lost friends. Some have even lost themselves.Now that journey is about to end. They must reach a place forgotten by time and face off against an ancient enemy breaking free from his prison. They have just one chance to stop him . . . or the whole world will shatter.
Evertree
Spirit Animals #7
The team's journey is about to end. They must reach a place forgotten by time and face off against an ancient enemy brea… The team's journey is about to end. They must reach a place forgotten by time and face off against an ancient enemy breaking free from his prison. They have just one chance to stop him ... or the whole world will shatter.
The Rose Society
The Young Elites #2
From New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu comes the second book in the exhilarating Young Elites series Once upon… From New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu comes the second book in the exhilarating Young Elites series Once upon a time, a girl had a father, a prince, a society of friends. Then they betrayed her, and she destroyed them all. Adelina Amouteru’s heart has suffered at the hands of both family and friends, turning her down the bitter path of revenge. Now known and feared as the White Wolf, she and her sister flee Kenettra to find other Young Elites in the hopes of building her own army of allies. Her goal: to strike down the Inquisition Axis, the white-cloaked soldiers who nearly killed her. But Adelina is no heroine. Her powers, fed only by fear and hate, have started to grow beyond her control. She does not trust her newfound Elite friends. Teren Santoro, leader of the Inquisition, wants her dead. And her former friends, Raffaele and the Dagger Society, want to stop her thirst for vengeance. Adelina struggles to cling to the good within her. But how can someone be good, when her very existence depends on darkness? Bestselling author and New York Times proclaimed "hit factory" Marie Lu delivers another heart-pounding adventure in this exhilarating sequel to The Young Elites.
Stars and Smoke
Stars and Smoke #1
Meet Winter Young--rookie backup dancer turned global pop phenomenon. His star power has smashed records, selling out st… Meet Winter Young--rookie backup dancer turned global pop phenomenon. His star power has smashed records, selling out stadiums from LA to London. Now he's bringing his swoon worthy assets to a whole new arena. Infamous criminal tycoon Eli Morrison ha
Icon and Inferno
Spies meet romance meet popstars in this thrilling follow up to Stars and Smoke by bestselling author Marie Lu. A year h… Spies meet romance meet popstars in this thrilling follow up to Stars and Smoke by bestselling author Marie Lu. A year has passed since superstar Winter and secret agent Sydney Cossette went undercover - on a dangerous mission to bring down the baddest man in London. Winter hasn't stopped thinking about Sydney since, and she's been trying not to think about him Family secrets and nasty newspapers has Winter desperate to re-enter the secret world. And it's not long before he gets his chance. Sydney is back, and this time the mission goes right to the heart of the United States of America. A rescue gone wrong, an assassination attempt - and the return of an old flame - puts Winter right back into the action . . . and into a country on the brink of chaos. And when a murder accusation has Sydney on the run, suddenly it's not just a life at stake, but all-out war. 'Stars and Smoke is a propulsive and thrilling joyride from start to finish' Adam Silevra, author of They Both Die at the End, on Stars and Smoke 'Sexy, funny, action-packed, full of killer characters ready to break your heart and look good doing it. Marie Lu always delivers.' Leigh Bardugo, author of Shadow and Bone, on Stars and Smoke
Skyhunter
Skyhunter #1
In a war-torn world where humanity teeters on the brink, Talin is a Skyhunter, an elite warrior defending her city-state… In a war-torn world where humanity teeters on the brink, Talin is a Skyhunter, an elite warrior defending her city-state from the relentless Federation. Armed with horrific mutated creatures known as Ghosts, the Federation pushes humanity toward extinction, turning every battlefield into a nightmare. When a mysterious Federation prisoner falls into Talin's hands, she sees a desperate chance to understand these monsters and turn the tide of war. But trusting an enemy is a deadly gamble, and the fate of her people—and perhaps the last vestiges of freedom—rests on her ability to confront the terrifying truth of her world.
The Kingdom of Back
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu comes a historical YA fantasy about a musical prodigy and the dangero… From #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu comes a historical YA fantasy about a musical prodigy and the dangerous lengths she'll go to make history remember her--perfect for fans of Susanna Clarke and The Hazel Wood. Two siblings. Two brilliant talents. But only one Mozart. Born with a gift for music, Nannerl Mozart has just one wish--to be remembered forever. But even as she delights audiences with her masterful playing, she has little hope she'll ever become the acclaimed composer she longs to be. She is a young woman in 18th century Europe, and that means composing is forbidden to her. She will perform only until she reaches a marriageable age--her tyrannical father has made that much clear. And as Nannerl's hope grows dimmer with each passing year, the talents of her beloved younger brother, Wolfgang, only seem to shine brighter. His brilliance begins to eclipse her own, until one day a mysterious stranger from a magical land appears with an irresistible offer. He has the power to make her wish come true--but his help may cost her everything. In her first work of historical fiction, #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu spins a lush, lyrically-told story of music, magic, and the unbreakable bond between a brother and sister.
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