Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The genre can be fickle with its trends. However, this series seems to have the hang of these new fads with its fresh take on old tropes.

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

Despite a big budget and an all-star cast, the long-awaited film adaptation of the beloved book series has disappointed both fans and critics.

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

A good story has no targeted age group, and punchy, coming-of-age narratives can appeal to anybody.

Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University

Holly Black ties up the loose ends in her sweeping ‘Folk of the Air’ young adult fantasy series.

Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University

The ‘Folk of the Air’ trilogy — a world of intrigue and fairies — will receive a fitting send-off by the acclaimed young adult author.