Beetle V. Valorous Is Not a Villain

In this charming and thought-provoking sequel to Noah Corey’s middle-grade fantasy, a genderqueer middle schooler with magical powers grapples with newfound responsibilities and the chaos of their dark ambitions. As Clementine works to create a welcoming school for outcasts, they must contend with a malevolent voice in their head, a fractured friendship, and societal fears about magic—ultimately facing choices that will define their identity and their future.