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Leah Cypess

    This author discovered her passion for writing at a young age, crafting tales with unusual narrators and adventurous plots. After early success with a short story in high school, she pursued biology and law before returning to her literary roots. Fifteen years after her first story acceptance, she is now a published novelist, focusing on YA fantasy. Her work draws from the imagination and adventure that shaped her early creative endeavors.

    Thornwood
    Death Marked
    The Piper's Promise
    The Last Rose
    Glass Slippers
    The Truth about the Tooth Fairy (Miriam's Magical Creature Files #1)
    • Miriam, a clever young Orthodox Jewish girl, embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind magical mysteries, starting with the existence of the tooth fairy. Armed with her detective skills, she aims to debunk the fantastical tales that her family and friends believe. As she sets a trap to catch the tooth fairy when her first loose tooth falls out, her investigation takes unexpected turns, leading her to question her assumptions about magic and reality. This charming story blends humor and curiosity in a delightful exploration of belief.

      The Truth about the Tooth Fairy (Miriam's Magical Creature Files #1)
      4.2
    • Glass Slippers

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The second book in the Sisters Ever After series of fairy tale retellings from the point of view of the siblings in the background, this is the story of Cinderella's never-before-mentioned third evil step-sister, Tirza. Meet Cinderella's third "wicked" stepsister, Tirza. For years, Tirza has lived with the shame of what her family did to Cinderella. Against everyone's advice, Cinderella--now Queen Ella--took a chance on young Tirza. She gave Tirza a home in the castle instead of banishing her. The queen told everyone Tirza was good and kind, not cruel like her older sisters. But now Queen Ella's famous glass slippers are missing, and there's only one suspect. . . . Tirza may have tried them on . . . but she didn't steal them. Now she must find the true thief before she loses her royal home. But as Tirza gets closer to the truth, she finds herself getting closer to something else: her sisters, who might not be quite as evil as Cinderella claims.

      Glass Slippers
      4.1
    • The Last Rose

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Mera embarks on a daring adventure to rescue her beautiful older sister, who has been kidnapped by the fearsome Beast terrorizing their village. As the fourth installment in the Sisters Ever After series, this retelling weaves themes of bravery and sisterly love into a captivating narrative filled with danger and magic. Mera's determination to confront the Beast showcases her strength and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.

      The Last Rose
      3.9
    • The Pied Piper’s little sister is determined to rat out the truth behind her brother’s bad behavior—and save the children of Hamelin! The third book in the Sisters Ever After series, perfect for anyone who loves fairy tale retellings about sisters and magic! "The Piper's Promise is one of those rare books I will gladly read over and over again and love it more every time."—New York Times Bestselling author Jennifer A. Nielsen Clare's brother, Tom, also known as the pied piper, has stolen away the children of Hamelin. But Clare knows that’s only half the story. Tom isn’t the easiest person to love, but she’s certain that he couldn’t be so cruel. There has to be a good reason why he stole the Fae Queen’s magic pipe and led the children to a faraway land, never to be seen again. Together with Anna, the mayor of Hamelin’s daughter, Clare embarks on a journey into the Faerie Realms. In order to succeed, she will have to dodge faerie traps and stay out of the evil Rat Prince's claws. Only she can save the children of Hamelin and clear her brother's name. But who will she have to betray to do it?

      The Piper's Promise
      4.1
    • Death Marked

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The journey of a young sorceress is marked by her destiny to dismantle the empire that rules her world. As she uncovers the truth behind her past, she realizes that her understanding of her mission is built on deception. This sequel promises to captivate readers with its intricate plot and rich character development, appealing to fans of authors like Leigh Bardugo and Robin LaFevers.

      Death Marked
      3.6
    • Thornwood

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The first book in the Sisters Ever After series! Sleeping Beauty's younger sister has always lived in her shadow—until now. Perfect for anyone who loves fairy tale retellings about sisters and princesses! For years, Briony has lived in the shadow of her beautiful older sister, Rosalin, and the curse that has haunted her from birth—that on the day of her sixteenth birthday she would prick her finger on a spindle and cause everyone in the castle to fall into a 100-year sleep. When the day the curse is set to fall over the kingdom finally arrives, nothing—not even Briony—can stop its evil magic. You know the story. But here's something you don't know. When Briony finally wakes up, it's up to her to find out what's really going on, and to save her family and friends from the murderous Thornwood. But who is going to listen to her? This is a story of sisterhood, of friendship, and of the ability of even little sisters to forge their own destiny.

      Thornwood
      3.8
    • Mistwood

      • 326 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The Shifter is an immortal creature bound by an ancient spell to protect the kings of Samorna. When the realm is peaceful, she retreats to the Mistwood.But when she is needed she always comes.Isabel remembers nothing. Nothing before the prince rode into her forest to take her back to the castle. Nothing about who she is supposed to be, or the powers she is supposed to have.Prince Rokan needs Isabel to be his Shifter. He needs her ability to shift to animal form, to wind, to mist. He needs her lethal speed and superhuman strength. And he needs her loyalty—because without it, she may be his greatest threat.Isabel knows that her prince is lying to her, but she can't help wanting to protect him from the dangers and intrigues of the court . . . until a deadly truth shatters the bond between them.Now Isabel faces a choice that threatens her loyalty, her heart . . . and everything she thought she knew.

      Mistwood
      3.5