Fantasy

If you're looking for fun, magical, romantic historical fantasy with characters you'll want to spend time with and dialogue that'll make you smile, pick up The Magpie Lord. You'll be glad you did.

Morally gray criminals pull off an impossible heist, enact messy revenge, and fall for each other along the way—and the gayness is just part of the world, no commentary needed. Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows duology is propulsive, emotionally satisfying, and features one of the best ensemble casts in fantasy. If you're looking for sharp characters and ambitious plotting, this one's a solid B+.

Engaging, binge-worthy urban fantasy that knows exactly what it is and gives us comfort-food fantasy with heart.