Deonn, Tracy - Legendborn

Title: Legendborn (The Legendborn Cycle #1)

Author: Tracy Deonn

Genre: Young Adult Fantasy (503 pages)

Publisher: Simon & Schuster - Release Date: September 15, 2020

Bree Matthews, a Black teenager, attends Vanderbilt University to escape the haunting memories of her mother's mysterious death. On her first night, she witnesses a magical battle and is thrust into a hidden world. Bree discovers she's descended from King Arthur's Knights of the Round Table and possesses latent magical abilities. Recruited by the Legendborn, a clandestine society of students who hunt demons, Bree delves deeper into this fantastical realm. As she uncovers the truth about her heritage, a brewing war threatens to shatter the fragile peace.

LGBT Themes

Diverse cast of characters, and LGBTQ+ identities are present among the supporting characters. Bisexual

Relevant Tags:

• lgbt, lgbtq, young adult fantasy, Arthurian legend, Black protagonist, Black Girl Magic, mystery, secret societies, hidden world, coming-of-age

Awards & Recognition

• Winner of the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe Award for New Talent (2021)