In a world where the boundary between human and myth blurs, a blue-haired art student in Prague discovers her mysterious past and connection to a war-torn realm inhabited by angels and beasts. As she navigates her life between art school and errands for her chimeric guardian, she uncovers secrets about her identity and a star-crossed love that transcends worlds and species. Her journey reveals the complexities of family, love, and the devastating consequences of old enmities, ultimately leading her to confront her destiny in a battle that could reshape the boundaries of her world and all others.

"Body of Glass" by Marge Piercy is a dystopian novel set in a future where technology has advanced to the point where humans can upload their consciousness into artificial bodies. The story follows the life of a woman named Kassia, who is a "shaper" - an individual with the ability to shape and mold her body at will. As Kassia navigates a society obsessed with physical perfection and conformity, she becomes involved in a rebellion against the oppressive government, ultimately questioning the true meaning of identity, freedom, and what it means to be human.

"The Golem's Eye" is the second book in the "Bartimaeus Trilogy" by Jonathan Stroud. The story continues with Nathaniel, now a member of the government's ruling class, as he tries to solve a series of mysterious attacks on the city by powerful magical creatures. Alongside his djinni, Bartimaeus, Nathaniel discovers a conspiracy that threatens the government and the stability of the magical world. The book explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of one's actions.