One popular YA college fantasy novel is 'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness. It combines elements of magic, history, and a love story set in an academic environment. Another is 'The Magicians' by Lev Grossman, which follows a group of students at a magical college dealing with complex magical and personal issues. And 'Hex Hall' by Rachel Hawkins is also great. It has a fun take on a school for witches and other supernatural beings.
Some YA college fantasy novels that are well - known include 'Fangirl' by Rainbow Rowell. Although it's not strictly a pure fantasy, it has elements of fan - fiction writing which has a fantasy aspect and is set in a college - like environment. Then there's 'Carry On' by Rainbow Rowell as well. It's a story about a chosen one at a magical school, which is sort of like a college. Also, 'Red Queen' by Victoria Aveyard has a world where people are divided by blood, and there are elements that can be related to a college - type setting with its own hierarchies and learning of powers.
In the realm of YA college fantasy novels, 'Shadowhunters' series by Cassandra Clare has a lot to offer. The story has a training academy for demon - hunters, which functions like a college in terms of learning skills and knowledge. 'The Raven Cycle' by Maggie Stiefvater is also a great choice. It has a group of students exploring magic and the supernatural around their school. And 'The Mortal Instruments' by Cassandra Clare, which is related to the 'Shadowhunters' series, has a similar setting of a place where young people learn about the magical world and their roles in it.
Well, 'Anna and the French Kiss' by Stephanie Perkins is a great YA college romance. It's set in Paris, and the main character Anna has an amazing adventure in love while studying abroad. Then there's 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' by Jenny Han. Although it starts more in high school, it also has college - related developments in the relationships. Also, 'Second Chance Summer' by Morgan Matson has some beautiful college - aged romance and family relationship exploration.
Some popular 'fantasy ya novels' include 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. It has a dystopian setting with a strong female lead, Katniss, who has to fight in a deadly game. Another is 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' series by Rick Riordan, which blends Greek mythology into a modern - day adventure for young demigods. Also, 'Twilight' by Stephenie Meyer is well - known, with its vampire - human love story set in a small town.
Some popular YA fantasy graphic novels include 'Bone' by Jeff Smith. It has a richly detailed world filled with interesting characters like Fone Bone, Phoney Bone and Smiley Bone. The art style is both charming and detailed, which draws readers into the story.
There are many great 'fantasy ya romance novels'. For instance, 'An Ember in the Ashes' by Sabaa Tahir. It has a richly detailed world, with a forbidden romance between characters from different social classes. 'Daughter of Smoke and Bone' by Laini Taylor is a beautiful blend of angels, demons, and a star - crossed love story. 'Six of Crows' by Leigh Bardugo also has elements of romance within its heist - based fantasy plot.
The 'Hunger Games' series is very popular. It's set in a post - apocalyptic world where teenagers are forced to fight to the death in a televised event. Another one is 'Divergent'. In this novel, society is divided into factions based on different virtues, and the main character discovers she doesn't fit into just one. Also, 'The Maze Runner' is well - known. It follows a group of boys trapped in a maze, trying to find a way out while facing various dangerous creatures.
One popular queer fantasy YA novel is 'Cemetery Boys' by Aiden Thomas. It combines elements of Mexican folklore with a queer love story. Another is 'The Priory of the Orange Tree' which features diverse characters including queer relationships in a high - fantasy setting. And 'Ash' by Malinda Lo is a retelling of Cinderella with a queer twist.
One popular YA fantasy romance novel is 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas. It combines elements of fantasy such as faeries and magic with a passionate romance. Another is 'The Cruel Prince' by Holly Black. It has a dark and alluring world filled with political intrigue and a budding romance between the main characters. 'Red Queen' by Victoria Aveyard also fits the bill. It has a unique world where people are divided by blood color, and there's a love story that unfolds in the midst of a power struggle.
Some popular ones include 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas and 'The Cruel Prince' by Holly Black. They have great world-building and compelling romances.
One characteristic is the presence of a young protagonist. In most popular YA fantasy novels like 'Harry Potter', the main character is a teenager. Another is the use of magic or supernatural elements. For example, in 'Percy Jackson', there are Greek gods and demigods with special powers. Also, they often have a coming - of - age theme. The characters grow and change throughout the story, like in 'The Hunger Games' where Katniss becomes more self - aware and strong.
Popular ones include 'The Grisha Trilogy' by Leigh Bardugo. Alina's journey to discover her powers and her love for Mal in a world of Grisha magic is really engaging. 'Daughter of Smoke and Bone' by Laini Taylor is also well - loved. Karou, a half - human, half - chimera, has a complex and beautiful relationship with Akiva that spans different worlds.