House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas (Bloomsbury) is the top holds title of the week (2/14/22). LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting for this buzziest book.

The "Crescent City" series continues, after the best-selling House of Earth and Blood, as another test of Bryce Quinlan and Hunt Athalar looms—yet again much is at stake and a new battle must be joined.

Empire of Sand by Tasha Suri (Orbit; LJ starred review)

Appeared on the November 2018 LibraryReads list

“A modern take on the classic Disney tale of Mulan, this fantasy-adventure story features Mehr, a governor’s daughter who wants to make a name for herself and is passionate about saving the lives of those in her kingdom. Mehr’s unique magical powers make her a target and give the classic storyline a new twist.”—Megan Marong, Lackawanna Public Library, Lackawanna, NY

Magic for Liars by Sarah Gailey (Tor; LJ starred review)

Appeared on the June 2019 LibraryReads list

A blend of fantasy and murder mystery. Magic meets noir, throw in some romance and some witty dialog and you have a great pick for summer reading. For fans of Jasper Fforde and the Charley Davidson novels." —Joseph Jones, Cuyahoga Public Library, Cuyahoga, OH

How Long 'Til Black Future Month: Stories by N. K. Jemisin (Orbit; LJ starred review)

Appeared on the November 2018 LibraryReads list

“This first short story collection from the most celebrated speculative fiction author of our time features her signature blend of sharply observed, provocative tales of magic steeped in realism and social commentary. Both SFF fans and adventurous readers of genre-blending literary fiction such as Station Eleven and The Underground Railroad will find much to admire.”— Annabelle Mortensen, Skokie Public Library, Skokie, IL