
What makes the characters so special is that each one of them has an important part to play. The quest to find Owen Glendower is fascinating, but it’s Blue, Gansey, Ronan, Adam and Noah that make the magical forest and a possible kiss of death so fascinating. The CharactersĪnother reason to read this series is for the characters. Anyone can read and connect with “The Raven Cycle” because the books are about adventure, friendship and love. There are so many things going on in this story, but Stiefvater ties it all together into a must-read series. She makes the story feel authentic and believable. On the surface, a story about a group of teenagers on the hunt for ancient magic doesn’t seem much different from many other young adult fantasy novels, but what makes the story of “The Raven Cycle” fascinating and worth reading is the way that Stiefvater effortlessly brings together ancient magic and modern problems. Throughout the group’s pursuit for this ancient magical king, they encounter a sentient forest, a mysterious hitman, a kiss of death and college applications, among many other mundane and strange experiences. A post shared by Maggie Stiefvater series takes place in modern day society, in Henrietta, Virginia.
