An NPR Best Young Adult Book of 2016
Tor.com’s Best YA SFF of 2016
A Bustle Best Book of 2016 Selection
A Paste Magazine Best Books of 2016
“[Labyrinth Lost] kicked off…an incredible rise of non-hetero hexing.”―Dahlia Adler, Tor.com
“Córdova pulls elements from Greek mythology and Spanish and Latin American legends to craft a memorable world in Los Lagos, a supernatural realm that is as fascinating as it is threatening. The history and customs of Alex’s family’s type of witchery are also carefully constructed, giving readers a complete world to sink into with satisfaction and wonder. ”—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“This succeeds with its lush use of Latin American mythologies, an unexpected love story, and, above all, in Alex’s complicated relationship with her family. Alex is a necessary heroine, and this dark fantasy nicely paves the way for a sequel.” —Booklist
“Although YA readers will likely be used to books featuring magic, Córdova has created something distinct with cantos, Deathday celebrations and the fantastical in-between realm of Los Lagos. Córdova’s rich exploration of Latin American culture, her healthy portrayal of bisexuality and her unique voice allow this novel to stand out among its many peers. 4 Stars.” —RT Book Reviews
“First in the Brooklyn Brujas series, Córdova’s (the Vicious Deep series) magic-infused, delightfully dark story introduces readers to an engrossing, Latin American–inspired fantasy setting and an irresistible heroine who longs to be “normal” and pines for the father that left their family behind years ago. A final twist will leave readers eager to revisit Córdova’s immersive world.” —Publishers Weekly
“This work is a magical journey from start to finish… A compelling must-have for teens.” —School Library Journal, STARRED review
“Brujas! Family love! Creepy monsters! Girls who love girls! A boy made of sunlight! Zoraida Cordova’s Labyrinth Lost was a fun and fast-paced venture through another world. After trying to eradicate her magic during her Deathday celebration, bruja Alex is forced into Los Lagos to rescue her family. Alex’s quest is as much a poignant discovery of herself and her place in the world as it is about saving her family, and combined with a beautiful splash of romance, made for the perfect summer fantasy read.” —Nicole Brinkley, Book Riot
“Magical and empowering, Labyrinth Lost is an incredible heroine’s journey filled with mythos come to life; but at its heart, honors the importance of love and family.” —Cindy Pon, author of Serpentine and Silver Phoenix
“Labyrinth Lost is a magical story of love, family, and finding yourself. Enchanting from start to finish.” —Amy Tintera, author of Ruined.
“Enchanting and complex. Every page is filled with magic.” —Danielle Paige, New York Times bestselling author of Dorothy Must Die
“Córdova’s world will leave you breathless, and her magic will ignite an envy so green you’ll wish you were born a bruja. Delightfully dark and enchanting. An un-putdownable book.” —Dhonielle Clayton, author of The Belles and Shiny Broken Pieces
“A brilliant brown-girl-in-Brooklyn update on Alice in Wonderland and Dante’s Inferno. Very creepy, very magical, very necessary.” —Daniel José Older, New York Times bestselling author of Shadowshaper
“An inspired tale of family, magic, and one powerful girl’s quest to save them both, set against the colorful world of modern day Brooklyn and the fantastical realm of Los Lagos. These are brujas I want to join.” —Gretchen McNeil, author of Ten and the Don’t Get Mad series
“Labyrinth Lost is a thrilling, imaginative journey through a bittersweet bruja wonderland. I can’t wait for the next Brooklyn Brujas adventure” — Jessica Spotswood, author of Wild Swans and The Cahill Witch Chronicles.
