Once & Future
Readers rate it 4.3 (4 on Hardcover)
325 pages · Released Mar 26, 2019 · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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Once & Future is a YA sci-fi fantasy that reimagines Arthurian legend with LGBTQ+ characters and themes of resistance against oppression. The story contains occasional action violence and mild language typical of YA, along with light romantic/sexual content. The book emphasizes courage, equality, and found family, making it suitable for mature teens interested in diverse fantasy and social themes.
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King Arthur as you've never seen her! This bold, sizzling YA novel reimagines the Once and Future King as a teenage girl determined to save the universe from an evil curse. My name is Ari Helix. I have a magic sword, a cranky wizard, and a revolution to start. I've been chased my whole life. As a fugitive refugee in th... King Arthur as you've never seen her! This bold, sizzling YA novel reimagines the Once and Future King as a teenage girl determined to save the universe from an evil curse. My name is Ari Helix. I have a magic sword, a cranky wizard, and a revolution to start. I've been chased my whole life. As a fugitive refugee in the territory controlled by the tyrannical Mercer corporation, I've always had to hide who I am. Until I found Excalibur. Now I'm done hiding. When Ari crash-lands on Old Earth and pulls a magic sword from its ancient resting place, she is revealed to be the newest reincarnation of King Arthur. Then she meets Merlin, who has aged backward over the centuries into a teenager, and together they must break the curse that keeps Arthur coming back. Their quest? Defeat the cruel, oppressive government and bring peace and equality to all humankind. No pressure. * "All hail this worthier-than-ever, fresh, and affirming reincarnation of the legendary king and her round table of knights which dazzles with heroic flair, humor, and suspense." —Kirkus, starred review
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- Young Adult Fiction
- Comics
- Fantasy
- Adventure
- Children's fiction
- Adventure and adventurers, fiction
- Kings, queens, rulers, etc., fiction
- Wizards, fiction
- Knights and knighthood, fiction
- Science fiction
- LGBTQ science fiction & fantasy
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ISBN 9780316449281 · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers