Dreamslinger

A mindblowingly original fantasy adventure - Graci Kim has done it again!Rick Riordan, New York Times #1 best-selling author of Percy Jackson and the Olympians

This thrilling series opener [is] fresh and unforgettable. Strong world building, an inventive magic system, and rich Korean cultural elements conjure a truly wondrous world of high-stakes competition and fierce friendship. The delightfully diverse cast, including Korean American Aria and Maori teenager Tui, is a treasure, and overarching themes of prejudice and power are thoughtfully presented. Startling but satisfying final twists will have readers dreaming of the sequel to this fantastic first installment.Booklist

Kim capably deploys Aria's sassy third-person narration to present an imaginative series opener that infuses Korean culture and folklore with whimsical dream technology.Publishers Weekly

The worldbuilding is fun but contains emotional depth, and the perennially appealing magic school setting contains a healthy dash of familial and political drama. This deftly executed work successfully addresses serious coming-of-age themes with optimism. An intriguing series opener that explores emotional themes through a magical lens.Kirkus