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Synopsis
Sydney Sage is an Alchemist, one of a group of humans who dabble in magic and serve to bridge the worlds of humans and vampires. They protect vampire secrets—and human lives. After their secret romance is exposed, Sydney and Adrian find themselves facing the wrath of both the Alchemists and the Moroi. When the life of someone they both love is put on the line, Sydney risks everything to hunt down a deadly former nemesis. Meanwhile, Adrian becomes enmeshed in a puzzle that could hold the key to a shocking secret about spirit magic, a secret that could shake the entire Moroi world.
Is The Ruby Circle appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This paranormal romance features a forbidden relationship between a human alchemist and a vampire-world inhabitant, with moderate action violence, kissing/romantic tension, and themes of defying authority. The romance is central but not explicit.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include captivity, violence, and forbidden relationship.
Who'll love this
Teens will love the star-crossed romance between Sydney and Adrian as they fight against two worlds to protect someone they love.