
In Meg Cabot's "Avalon High," new student Ellie Harrison finds herself in a seemingly typical high school setting that quickly turns extraordinary. Her crush, Will, and his friends, Lance and Jennifer, are entangled in a modern-day reincarnation of the Arthurian legend, with Will as King Arthur. Ellie, initially believing herself to be the tragic Elaine of Astolat, soon discovers her true, more powerful role as the Lady of the Lake. This engaging young adult novel blends contemporary high school drama, romance, and supernatural mystery, making it suitable for ages 10-14. Parents should be aware of themes of betrayal, a love triangle, and a climactic confrontation involving a gun, though these are handled within a YA context.
Avalon High, Ellie's new school, is pretty much what she'd expected. There's Lance, the hunky footballer; Jennifer, the cute cheerleader; Marco, the troublemaker. But the big surprise is Will - the most gorgeous guy Ellie's ever met. When Will says he thinks he's known Ellie before, things start getting weird. A feeling that grows as Ellie discovers dark secrets that bind Lance, Jennifer, Marco, Will - and herself. Can she stop the horrific chain of events that threatens to engulf them all?