Author
Rachel Caine
3 books here
Sword and Pen
Young adult · ages 14–18 · 800L · 2019
Sophisticated fantasy-quest plotting with real stakes and a diverse ensemble cast; as the third book it demands series commitment, but rewards with nuanced exploration of how ordinary people resist authoritarianism.
Fade Out
Young adult · ages 14–18 · 820L · 2009
A solid entry in the Morganville series—escalates the stakes and mythology while keeping the found-family dynamic at the emotional core; best read in order, starting with book 1.
Carpe Corpus
Young adult · ages 14–18 · 780L · 2010
Fast-paced supernatural thriller with genuine stakes and character growth; the romance subplot doesn't overwhelm the survival plot, and Claire's agency drives the action.