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Rogue Wave

Waterfire Saga #2

Jennifer Donnelly

Ages 12–16

Readers rate it 4.2 (16 on Hardcover)

313 pages · Released Sep 3, 2026

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Rogue Wave is a character-driven fantasy adventure with significant emotional and mature themes including death, trauma, and war. The story tackles heavy subjects like slavery and xenophobia alongside magic and adventure, making it suited for older middle-grade to young adult readers who can handle complex emotional content. Strong character development and positive values around resilience and empathy balance the darker elements, though the cumulative weight of difficult topics means younger or sensitive readers may find it challenging.

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From the publisher

As Serafina uncovers more clues about the talismans, Neela ventures into a sea dragon's nest, and Ling learns the identity of their foe. Book #2 As Serafina uncovers more clues about the talismans, Neela ventures into a sea dragon's nest, and Ling learns the identity of their foe. Book #2

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  • Plot driven
  • Strong Character Development
  • Unloveable Characters
  • Loveable Characters
  • Diverse Characters
  • Adventurous
  • sad
  • emotional
  • mysterious
  • tense
  • Fantasy
  • Young Adult

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ISBN 9781423182009

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