The Scorpio Races

Set on the windswept island of Thisby, Maggie Stiefvater's "The Scorpio Races" plunges readers into a perilous annual event where savage, carnivorous water horses, known as capaill uisce, are ridden in a deadly race. Sean Kendrick, a seasoned horseman with an unparalleled connection to these mythical beasts, races not just for the prize, but to affirm his unique bond with the ocean and its creatures. Meanwhile, Puck Connolly, an ordinary girl determined to save her family's home, defies tradition by entering the race with her small, ordinary mare, refusing to be intimidated by the dangers or the island's patriarchal customs. As their paths inevitably intertwine, Sean and Puck find themselves drawn together by a shared struggle for survival and a burgeoning, unexpected connection, challenging the boundaries of their world and their hearts amidst the exhilarating and brutal spectacle of the races. Their fight for victory becomes a fight for their future, promising a breathtaking, high-stakes adventure.