Labyrinth Lost
Book description
The first book in the Latinx-infused Queer fantasy series from highly acclaimed author Zoraida Cordova that follows three sisters-and teen witches-as they develop their powers and battle magic through epic questing in the realms beyond.
Alex is a bruja and the most powerful witch in her family. But she's hated…
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4 authors picked Labyrinth Lost as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This dark fantasy, about a powerful teenage witch who must travel to the eerie land of Los Lagos to rescue her family, is fast-paced and profoundly moving.
The magic, which is inspired by Mexican Brujería, is a beautiful tribute to a rich cultural history. There is a queer love triangle for any romance lover, but it doesn’t overshadow the exciting adventure and self-discovery at the heart of the story.
From D.L.'s list on fantasy by Latine authors.
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Labyrinth Lost was the perfect combination of a contemporary, modern setting, with myth-based, storytelling vibes. It was so unapologetically Latin and I loved it! The rituals, customs, and traditions all reminded me of my own family - as did the family drama!
Our protagonist, Alex, is also incredibly relatable, not knowing where she fits into her seemingly perfect family of brujas. I could sympathize with feeling too dark, too angry, too other to know my place in a world that seems so effortless for others. The fact that the character is bisexual…
From Natalia's list on queer Latin fantasy.
I absolutely loved this story of brujas, magical disasters, and unexpected (and queer) love triangles. Labyrinth Lost explores the subject of family, generational magic, and feeling out of place in your own world. We embark on a quest to rescue Alex’s own family, through the strange, monster-filled underworld of Los Lagos. Welcome to the in-between.
From E.'s list on putting a little witch into your week.
I love magical realism and Zoraida Cordova’s our reigning queen. A young Latina witch is torn between her female bestie and a hunky brujo, creating a queer triangle to remember in a fantastical world called Los Lagos. (Serious worldbuilding is Cordova’s gift.) And if you love this, it’s just the beginning—there are two more books in the series.
From David's list on queer YA for kids of color.
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