Blackthorn

Merrideath Blackthorn is a new student at the prestigious St. Barts University. A school that loathes giving out scholarships. She shares her world with powerful and intelligent creatures. Some of them dream of eating humans. To her annoyance, Merrideath finds she resembles a popular anime character who slays creatures similar to those who ate her parents when she was twelve. As a twelve-year-old, Merrideath proved that underestimating her is a terrible mistake.
Some are determined to test that again. Discover the Unforgettable World of Blackthorn by David S. GrunwellWhat if the monsters in the dark were real-and the only thing standing between them and you was a determined young woman with nothing left to lose?Step into the gripping, genre-bending world of Blackthorn, a contemporary fantasy from acclaimed storyteller David S. Grunwell. With a voice that's sharp, witty, and deeply human, Grunwell introduces readers to Merrideath Blackthorn-a survivor, a fighter, and a reluctant hero in a world where humans live uneasily alongside powerful, hungry creatures.
Why You'll Love Blackthorn:. A Heroine Like No Other: Meet Merrideath, a young woman whose family was legally "culled" by monsters-and who fought back. Seven years later, she's trying to build a life at a prestigious university, but trouble-and destiny-aren't done with her yet.. A World Both Familiar and Fantastical: Grunwell's universe is our own, but with a twist: hundreds of sentient species, uneasy truces, and a bureaucracy that's as dangerous as any demon..
Smart, Darkly Funny, and Fiercely Original: With razor-sharp dialogue, heart, and a dash of gallows humor, Blackthorn is perfect for fans of urban fantasy, contemporary adventure, and stories about finding your strength when the world wants you to stay small.. A Story of Survival and Found Family: Beyond the monsters and magic, this is a tale about resilience, friendship, and carving out a place in a world that doesn't want you to belong.