Lisa McMann

Lisa McMann is an American author known for her young adult and middle-grade novels. She is best known for the 'Wake' trilogy and the 'Unwanteds' series, which have been well-received for their engaging storytelling and imaginative worlds.

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  1. 1. The Unwanteds

    In a dystopian world where creativity is forbidden, children are sorted into categories at the age of thirteen: the Wanted, who are destined for success, and the Unwanted, who are condemned to die. However, the Unwanteds are secretly saved and taken to a hidden magical land called Artimé, where they are encouraged to embrace their artistic talents and learn to wield magic. As they hone their skills, they must confront the oppressive society that cast them aside and discover the power of imagination and friendship in their quest for freedom and acceptance.

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  2. 2. Island Of Silence

    In a world where imagination and creativity are under threat, the story follows Alex Stowe and his friends as they navigate the treacherous landscape of Quill and the mysterious island of Silence. With the sinister High Priest Justine ruling over Quill and the enigmatic island harboring secrets that could change everything, Alex must harness his newfound magical abilities to protect his loved ones and uncover the truth. As alliances are tested and new friendships are forged, the group faces challenges that push them to their limits, all while the looming threat of silence threatens to engulf their world.

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  3. 3. Island Of Fire

    In this gripping continuation of the Unwanteds series, the magical world of Artime is in peril as its leader, Mr. Today, has been killed, leaving the island vulnerable to threats from the neighboring land of Quill. As the young protagonist, Alex Stowe, grapples with the weight of leadership thrust upon him, he must rally his friends and allies to protect their home. Amidst the chaos, Alex discovers hidden secrets and untapped powers, all while navigating the complexities of friendship, loyalty, and the struggle to maintain hope in the face of overwhelming odds.

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  4. 4. Dead To You

    After being abducted at age seven, a teenager is reunited with his family nine years later but struggles with memory gaps, trauma, and the wary hostility of his younger brother. As he tries to reclaim a place in the household and forge new connections, mounting doubts about his past and identity build toward a devastating revelation that threatens to shatter the fragile bonds holding them together.

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  5. 5. Wake

    A high-school girl who involuntarily slips into other people’s dreams and often wakes them—leaving her physically and emotionally drained—must cope with failing grades, strained friendships, and the constant need to avoid strangers’ private nightmares. When she starts seeing the same troubled boy in multiple dreams and connects with him in waking life, a tense, romantic and mysterious struggle unfolds as she tries to protect dreamers, keep her secret, and understand why she has this dangerous ability.

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