by Shannon Hale
First published 2005
Miri's remote village sends her to Princess Academy, a rigorous boarding school to train potential princesses. Amid the prim, duty-bound lessons, Miri unearths her own unique talents and connections to the kingdom. As a threat looms, Miri must choose between staying true to her roots or seizing a chance at the royal life. In the end, her shepherd's heart may be the key to saving her people.
Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: chosen-one, fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Mei Guo
Period: Xian Dai
316 pages · Paperback · Scholastic, Inc,.