Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived a young girl named Lily. She was an ordinary girl with an extraordinary secret – she had magical powers. Lily discovered her powers when she was only six years old and since then, she couldn't help but use them in ways that would bring happiness and help others. Lily's magic powers were varied and unique. She could manipulate the elements, control fire and water, control the weather, and even move objects with her mind. However, what made Lily truly special was her heart.
Serena has long dark hair with red tips in the beginning of the series then she goes her natural dark brown. She has green eyes, and 3 piercings; one in her tongue, one in her nose, and one in her belly button. She is a Daughter of both Selene and Hekate resulting in her being a goddess of the moon and a goddess of the dark. She lives with her brother, Collin Killingsworth. Her best friend is Jimena, a fellow goddess. She stars in Into the Cold Fire (Book #2), and Possession (Book #8). She is the only Daughter to have the choice to become a goddess of the dark because she is the key to the balance of good or evil. She has the ability to read and cloud minds, powers similar to the Atrox's. She also has the ability to open and close portals. Serena continues to pursue an on and off relationship with Stanton, a Follower of the Atrox who later becomes the Prince of Night. Stanton is constantly worried because being with Serena can get them both killed by the Regulators. In the end, after she helps to defeat the Atrox, Serena has to make the choice of losing her memories of what she is and her powers, becoming a guardian spirit, or becoming the goddess of the dark. Stanton asks Serena to rule by his side and become the goddess of the dark and she accepts his offer. She stays in Nefandus with Stanton to make it a world of light.
From the award-winning author of the Temeraire novels comes a standalone book about a young woman determined to save her village and friends at whatever the cost. What started out as a fun discovery turns into a race against time as the girls try and sort out their new abilities in an attempt to combat this coven and save London.
However, what made Lily truly special was her heart. She never used her powers for personal gain or to harm others, but instead, she used them to make the world a better place. Whenever someone was in trouble, Lily would swoop in and save the day.
20 Fantasy Books Featuring Teens with Magical Abilities
It's a whole new world for these teens navigating the rocky road of growing up while learning how to control their newfound powers.
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Being a teenager is tough. Pair everyday struggles with superhuman powers, and it can be an incredibly confusing time. One day, you’re just a normal kid; the next thing you know, you can lift a car or magically transport yourself to another world. Magic often has a price, and these awesome powers usually come with some sort of dark catch.
Fantasy books never fail to transport us to exciting new worlds, or provide us with characters we aspire to be — or at least, befriend. So, if you’re an aspiring wizard, a young superhero in training, or just looking for a little magic in your life, these 20 fantasy books featuring magical teens will make you feel right at home.
Cloak of Night
As trained warriors of the Society of Taigas, Sora and Daemon have prepared to bring their combat skills and magical talents into battle.
Anointed by the gods for their warrior role, it is Sora and Daemon’s destiny to protect the kingdom of Kichona. In the first book in the duology, Circle of Shadows, students Sora and Daemon uncover a dangerous plot against the empire, led by a cunning prince who was believed dead.
In Cloak of Night, the sequel to Circle of Shadows by New York Times-bestselling author Evelyn Skye, Sora realizes they are up against a foe with a far greater power than they'd ever dreamed. Sora and Daemon must rely on each other, and on their group of comrades, to save the empress, the kingdom, and each other.
If you love sweeping fantasy, strong female characters, and fantasy fueled by contests for the crown, then this duology by Evelyn Skye is tailor-made for you.
The Hero and the Crown
By Robin McKinley
You can’t control where you came from, but you can control where you go. The story of Aerin, the outcast daughter of the king, is one of intense magic and destiny. She is constantly shadowed by the rumors that her birth mother is a witch. Aerin befriends and trains her father’s retired warhorse, Talat, and learns of a forgotten recipe for dragon fire repellent… just in case the need ever arises.
When a dragon attacks a nearby village, Aerin sees her opportunity to be a hero. Running head first into battle, she realizes that she might have bitten off more than she can chew, as the dragon she attempts to protect her people against is one of the great dragons of ancient times—a dragon that might frighten even the boldest of kings.
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In the Keep household, hunting vampires is all a part of the family business. But after his mother was killed, Gidion’s father wants nothing to do with vampires anymore.
Luckily for Gidion, his grandfather still knows a thing or two, and passes down the family tradition. Gidion then goes on to discover that there’s a coven of vampires in his town, and decides to pursue them as his next hunt.
In between his investigation, Gidion also goes through the awkward motions of being in high school, all while keeping a major secret about himself. As Gidion delves deeper into the coven, he learns that one of his best friends might be essential to destroying the vampire clan. But can Gidion trust him?
A coming-of-age story with a bloody twist, Gidion's Night will leave you thirsty for more.
Only Begotten Daughter
By James Morrow
A new savior has come, and her name is Julie Katz. Julie was born to a celibate father named Murray Katz who tries to raise Julie as normally as possible in order to hide her true identity: she’s actually Jesus’ half-sister!
While Julie can perform all sorts of miracles, ranging from walking on water to resurrecting dead animals, navigating the life of a teen is a department in which her divinity can’t save her.
As Julie grapples with her identity, she is constantly bombarded by temptations from the Devil and awful tirades from Christian extremists.
Being the daughter of God is rough, especially since Julie has zero clue as to what her purpose on Earth is. But with a little bit of guidance, Julie starts to realize her destiny.
The Secret Witch
By Alyxandra Harvey
The first installment in the Witches of London Trilogy opens with Emma and her cousins Gretchen and Penelope living a bleak life in 1814 London. But their constrained lives suddenly take a witchy turn when Emma accidentally shatters a glass object left by her mother, giving all three women magical abilities.
While this definitely adds some excitement to their previously dreary lives, the three teens unknowingly catch the attention of a coven that gains power from killing young witches.
What started out as a fun discovery turns into a race against time as the girls try and sort out their new abilities in an attempt to combat this coven and save London.
The first in a captivating series, The Secret Witch will fulfill your cravings for historical romance and witchy escapades.
The Hex Witch of Seldom
By Nancy Springer
It’s one thing to be raised in the rural mountain ranges of Pennsylvania by a grandparent, it’s another thing to do so knowing that you might go “all the way crazy” like the rest of your family. This is what keeps Bobbi Lee Yandro up at night.
After receiving the journals of her deceased father, Bobbi begins to see a change. When she’s given a horse, and names it Shane, the two of them set out as fugitives and meet Hazel—the Hex Witch of Seldom.
Hazel introduces Bobbi to the Twelve of the Hidden Circle, a group of otherworldly characters (one of whom is out to steal Shane’s soul). Soon, Bobbi realizes she has a very special bond with her new horse, and that she’ll have to use special gifts of her own if she hopes to save him.
Catseye
By Andre Norton
Troy Horan has learned to make the best with what he has. After being forcibly relocated to the planet of Korwar when his home planet was made into a military base, he learns a very important and mysterious truth: He has the power to communicate with the animals from Terran.
Soon, a murder causes Troy and his newfound animal friends to retreat to the Wild and confront the dark and ancient history of his new home planet.
Black Trillium
By Andre Norton, Julian May and Marion Zimmer Bradley
Being a teenager is hard enough, but going through it at the same time as your sisters adds a whole new layer of trouble. And that’s just for normal sisters, in a normal world, with normal responsibilities.
But life in Ruwenda is anything but normal. Protected by the Archimage Binah, the land is safe for all. But when Binah’s power begins to fade, she transfers it to the three princesses of the royal house: Haramis, Kadiya, and Aingel. The sisters must quickly learn and master their new powers for the sake of their people.
Soon, they are separated and must travel on different roads to do their part in saving their kingdom, their friends, and their future. The first book in a magically thrilling series, this is a story of sisterhood, family, and a quest not to be missed.
Gift
By Andrea J. Buchanan
Daisy Jones tries her best to not make any waves, but it doesn’t help that she’s the new girl and doesn’t exactly have the economic stability of her peers. That might be a sour spot for some, but for Daisy, it’s not all bad. She’s more concerned about keeping her unpredictable superpower under control.
Soon, she realizes that she’s not the only one: her classmate Vivi has a secret, too. In addition to figuring out what her gift is really meant for, Daisy still has to deal with normal high school antics—including figuring out her feelings for the very attractive Kevin.
As Daisy's connections to her peer grow stronger, her abilities become more potent than ever before.
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For young people, 'normal' is a somewhat relative term. When Jimmy Coates wakes up one morning to find that he can jump higher, run faster, and fight more skillfully than ever before, he knows that his 'normal' has changed forever.
What he comes to realize, however, is that these new perks come at a terrible cost— most normal teenagers don’t have helicopters and men in strange suits chasing them every moment of the day. If Jimmy wants to survive, he'll have to learn to master his newfound powers.
Red Queen
By Victoria Aveyard
'Blood type' takes on a whole new and magical meaning in Victoria Aveyard’s story of royalty and rebellion. In Mare Barrow’s world, you are either a Red or Silver, which corresponds to the type of blood you have. As a Red, you live to serve Silvers. These ruling Silvers don’t serve anyone because they have incredible powers—each family possessing different abilities.
When Mare, a Red, somehow manages to find herself in front of the Silver court, she realizes that she, too, has a magical ability—something both baffling and alarming to the Silvers.
Attempting to cover up a terrible exception to the rules by which they’ve lived their life, the king forces Mare to pretend to be a lost princess—even betrothing her to his youngest son. But with a Red resistance rising, Mare will have to decide where her loyalties lie.
Shadow and Bone
By Leigh Bardugo
There are times when young adults feel powerless, without agency, without a future. Alina Starkov knows, like most kids, that she’s never been the heroine of any story. But all that changes when she reveals a dormant power and is to be trained to join the Grisha—a magical special forces unit tasked with defending the kingdom from what lies past the Shadow Fold.
The first in a stunningly creative series, Anita will be forced to grow up fast and learn how to harness her new powers. Not only is she the heroine of her own story, but that of an entire realm of people. No pressure though, right?
A series adaptation of Shadow and Bone is on its way now from Netflix, so this is the perfect time to discover Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse.
Harry Potter series
How many people do you know, including yourself, who quote the story of The Boy Who Lived? Or anxiously awaited their acceptance letter to Hogwarts? The true magic of this series is in the universality of Harry's struggles. We’ve all felt alone and alienated, we’ve all dealt with the awkwardness of young love, and most of us have also unfortunately learned to adapt to grief.
If you’re not familiar with the series, it follows Harry Potter and his friends, wizards and witches born with magical powers who attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Over the seven fantastical books, J.K. Rowling brings many issues that face Muggles (that’s us: people lacking magical abilities) to the forefront, as Harry learns how to cope with both real-life and magical issues facing young adults.
The Queen of Blood
By Sarah Beth Durst
Young people aren’t usually familiar with the incredible weight of actual responsibility. But Daleina, a rather bookish and observant student, knows how important real responsibility is to the adults around her. She understands that the battle between the spirits and humans is coming to a head and that something must be done to end the conflict.
In the world of Renthia, the queen alone possesses the power to prevent the spirits from destroying her people. But with great power comes danger, which is why young women are chosen to train as heirs…in case the worst happens.
Daleina is one such heir and, with the help of a veteran champion Ven, she’ll set out on a mission to find out why the spirits are bent on destroying them.
Uprooted
From the award-winning author of the Temeraire novels comes a standalone book about a young woman determined to save her village and friends at whatever the cost. Every ten years the Dragon, a local wizard, requires a very unique and special fee for the village’s protection: A 17-year-old girl must serve him for the next decade.
Born during the right (or rather, wrong) year, Agnieszka has known her whole life that she will be eligible to be chosen when she’s 17. But she also knows that her beautiful best friend, Kasia, is likely to be picked for this terrible duty, as the Dragon always chooses the prettiest girl.
But when Agnieszka is chosen instead, and she learns she has magical powers of her own, she’ll have to learn how to use them in order to protect her loved ones from the evil that lies in the Wood.
Combining romance, dark fantasy, and military intrigue, Uprooted is a truly memorable standalone fantasy.
It's a whole new world for these teens navigating the rocky road of growing up while learning how to control their newfound powers.
Whether it was rescuing a trapped animal, stopping a fire from spreading, or bringing rain to a drought-stricken land, Lily's magic powers were always there to help. The villagers adored her and considered her their little guardian angel. But as Lily grew older, she realized that her powers came with a great responsibility. She began to question the limits and consequences of her actions. She wondered if she should reveal her powers to the world or keep them a secret. After much contemplation, Lily decided to confide in her closest friends and family. With their support, Lily became even more determined to use her powers responsibly. She enrolled in a magic academy and honed her skills under the guidance of experienced wizards and witches. She learned to control her powers and tap into their full potential. Lily discovered that her true strength lay not only in her magic but also in her compassion and empathy. As time went on, Lily's fame spread far and wide. She became a symbol of hope and goodness in a world that often felt filled with darkness. People from all over sought her help and guidance, and Lily never turned them away. She traveled across lands, using her powers to heal the sick, rebuild communities, and inspire kindness and love. Through her acts of kindness and her unfailing determination to use her powers for good, Lily became a role model for many, especially young girls who aspired to make a difference in the world. She showed them that magic was not just about spells and tricks, but about the power of love, empathy, and selflessness. Lily's story serves as a reminder that we all possess our unique set of skills and talents. It is up to us to discover them and use them for the greater good. Just like Lily, we can all be heroes in our own way, bringing light and magic to those around us..
Reviews for "Untangling the Threads of Magic: A Young Girl's Tale of Power and Adventure"
1. John - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to "Young girl with magic powers" as I love fantasy movies, but unfortunately, this one fell flat for me. The story was predictable and cliché, and the characters lacked depth. The special effects were mediocre, adding nothing to the overall experience. I felt like I had seen it all before and didn't get anything new from this film.
2. Sarah - 1 star - This movie was a complete disappointment. From the beginning, the acting felt forced and unnatural, making it hard to connect with the characters. The plot was confusing and poorly developed, jumping from one scene to another without explanation. The magic elements were also poorly executed, leaving me feeling underwhelmed. Overall, "Young girl with magic powers" was a wasted opportunity to create a captivating fantasy film.
3. Michael - 2 stars - "Young girl with magic powers" had potential, but it failed to deliver. The pacing was incredibly slow, making the film feel much longer than it actually was. The dialogue was cheesy and lacked substance, making it hard to take the story seriously. The character development was also subpar, leaving many of the actors with little to work with. I had high hopes for this movie, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations.
4. Emily - 2.5 stars - While "Young girl with magic powers" had some interesting ideas, it ultimately fell short in execution. The story lacked depth and didn't explore the potential of the magical elements. The pacing was inconsistent, with some scenes dragging on while others felt rushed. The performances were decent, but they weren't enough to save the film from its lackluster storyline. Overall, this movie had the potential to be great but missed the mark.