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these series are getting another book in 2022 + i can't wait | ya fantasy/new adult recommendations
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Overview
This video highlights upcoming book releases in 2022 for unfinished fantasy and young adult series, focusing on continuations that the creator is excited to read. The presenter discusses several books, offering brief plot summaries, personal opinions on their strengths and weaknesses, and why they are looking forward to the next installments. The recommendations span various subgenres within fantasy and YA, with an emphasis on magical systems, character development, and plot twists, aiming to help viewers discover new series to follow.
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- The creator's passion for reading series in one go stems from a strong emotional reaction to 'Six of Crows'.
- The video focuses on series continuations releasing in 2022, allowing viewers to start now and anticipate new books.
- The presenter has learned to tolerate waiting for series conclusions, though still prefers immediate gratification.
- Books are presented in chronological order of their next release date in 2022.
Understanding the creator's motivation helps frame the recommendations and highlights the common reader desire to experience a complete story arc without long waits.
The creator's intense reaction to finishing 'Six of Crows' and the immediate need to read the sequel.
- These Hollow Vows is a fairy-tale-inspired story with a familiar, trope-heavy plot that might appeal to readers seeking a light, beach-read fantasy.
- The Inheritance Games is a YA mystery series reminiscent of 'Knives Out' or 'Clue', involving a young woman inheriting a fortune and navigating a mysterious family.
- While 'These Hollow Vows' was a 'mishmash' of familiar elements, its continuation is anticipated for its potential direction.
- The Inheritance Games' second book was perceived as dragging, but the first book's energy is hoped to return in the final installment.
These examples showcase different approaches to YA fiction: one leaning heavily on established tropes and another focusing on intricate mystery plots.
The Inheritance Games protagonist inheriting 40 billion dollars and having to live in a family manor for a year.
- A Magic Steeped in Poison features a unique magic system centered around tea and set in a Chinese-inspired world, offering a rich atmosphere and sensory details.
- Once Upon a Broken Heart is a whimsical fairy tale set in the same universe as 'Caraval', featuring magical tarot cards (Deck of Destiny) and a focus on atmosphere and vibes.
- The magic in 'A Magic Steeped in Poison' goes beyond simple potions, involving a deep connection between tea masters and those they brew for.
- Readers are advised to read 'Caraval' before 'Once Upon a Broken Heart' as the latter spoils elements of the former.
These books highlight creative and culturally rich magic systems, demonstrating how unique world-building can enhance a fantasy narrative.
The magic system in 'A Magic Steeped in Poison' where tea can be brewed to induce bravery, sleep, or forgetfulness, and can even allow entry into an extra dimension.
- Defy the Night, a story about a kingdom dealing with a pandemic and unequal access to medicine, has a particularly poignant and difficult resonance due to current real-world events.
- Lakesedge is a gothic YA fantasy about siblings dealing with a brother's encroaching darkness and a spreading blight, set in a creepy manor.
- The plot of 'Defy the Night' involves an apothecary's daughter illegally distributing medicine, mirroring a Robin Hood-like figure.
- While 'Lakesedge' has an intriguing premise, the magic system was found confusing and less exciting than in other books, with the hope that the sequel will improve it.
These books explore darker themes like pandemics and societal inequality, showing how fantasy can serve as a lens for contemporary issues and create specific moods like gothic horror.
In Defy the Night, the main character's father illegally distributed medicine, and she continues this dangerous work after his death.
- Kingdom of the Wicked features twin witch sisters, demons, and a mystery surrounding one sister's disappearance, with the second book leaning heavily into romance.
- The Atlas Six is a high-concept fantasy about six magically gifted individuals competing for a spot in a secret society that guards the hidden Library of Alexandria.
- The 'Kingdom of the Wicked' series has a significant shift between its first and second books, with the latter focusing more on romance than plot.
- The Atlas Six's plot was described as slow, with much of the first book serving as setup for the sequel, and an unpredictable twist at the end.
These series delve into complex lore involving supernatural beings and secret societies, exploring themes of power, knowledge, and the blurred lines between good and evil.
In The Atlas Six, six interns with unique magical abilities are chosen to learn about and guard the hidden Library of Alexandria, with only five becoming full members.
- Gilded is a Rumpelstiltskin-inspired fairy tale retelling by Marissa Meyer, featuring a girl with a compulsive lying 'gift' and a slow-burn story with a mysterious second half.
- Legendborn blends Arthurian legend with a modern setting in North Carolina, following a young Black woman who discovers a secret society of demon hunters tied to King Arthur.
- The creator found the romance in Gilded 'weird' and the ending unsatisfying, necessitating a read of the sequel.
- Legendborn is praised for its integration of social commentary on racism and grief alongside its fantasy elements, and is being developed into a TV series.
These books demonstrate the power of reimagining classic tales and legends in new contexts, adding modern themes and diverse perspectives.
Legendborn's protagonist discovers that King Arthur's knights and demons are real, and this secret society operates within her university.
- Chain of Thorns is the final book in Cassandra Clare's 'The Last Hours' trilogy, set in the Shadowhunters universe.
- The Shadowhunters are descendants of angels tasked with hunting demons, living in a hidden world invisible to ordinary humans.
- This trilogy takes place decades after 'The Infernal Devices' and focuses on a new generation of young Shadowhunters facing a resurgence of demonic activity.
- The creator enjoys the characters and setting but finds the romantic tension in the series somewhat excessive.
This highlights the conclusion of a major arc within a popular, expansive fantasy universe, appealing to long-time fans and demonstrating the evolution of a series.
Young Shadowhunters in London, who grew up in a relatively demon-free era, are suddenly forced to confront a massive demonic attack.
Key takeaways
- Starting an unfinished series requires a shift in reader patience, but the anticipation for new installments can be rewarding.
- YA fantasy and New Adult fiction offer diverse worlds, from fairy tale retellings to intricate mysteries and culturally inspired settings.
- Unique magic systems, like those based on tea or hidden knowledge, can significantly enhance a story's appeal and memorability.
- Authors often blend contemporary issues, such as pandemics or social commentary, into fantasy narratives to create deeper meaning.
- The 'trope-heavy' nature of some books can be a positive for readers seeking familiar comfort, while others excel through originality and complex world-building.
- A strong atmosphere, compelling characters, and satisfying plot twists are crucial elements that contribute to a book's overall impact.
- Even when a plot is perceived as weak or slow, unique concepts, engaging writing, or promising setups for sequels can still make a series worth following.
Key terms
YA FantasyNew AdultDuologyTrilogyMagic SystemWorld-buildingTropeFairy Tale RetellingGothic FantasyUrban Fantasy
Test your understanding
- What is the primary reason the creator prefers to read series that are already complete?
- How does 'A Magic Steeped in Poison' differentiate its magic system from typical potion-making?
- Why is 'Defy the Night' described as a difficult read in the current context?
- What is the core concept behind the secret society in 'The Atlas Six'?
- How does 'Legendborn' integrate social commentary with its fantasy elements?