This whimsical, fairy tale of a novel stars fascinating, quirky characters, a dash of magical realism, and a unique setting sure to charm the hearts of readers young and old. 
Love is real in the town of Grimbaud and Fallon Dupree has dreamed of attending high school there for years. After all, generations of Duprees have successfully followed the (100% accurate!) love fortunes from Zita's famous Love Charms Shop to happily marry their high school sweethearts. It's a tradition. So she is both stunned and devastated when her fortune states that she will NEVER find love. 
Fortunately, Fallon isn't the only student with a terrible love fortune, and a rebellion is brewing. Fallon is determined to take control of her own fate―even if it means working with a notorious heartbreaker like Sebastian. 
Will Fallon and Sebastian be able to overthrow Zita's tyranny and fall in love? 
Debut author Kimberly Karalius delivers a delightfully charming story of love and rebellion in Love Fortunes and Other Disasters, chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads.
Praise for Love Fortunes and Other Disasters:
"An unusual love story that will delight readers."―School Library Journal
"I am now a walking, talking heart-eye emoji after reading this book.” ―Catherine Tinker, reader on SwoonReads.com
"The writing is delicious, and the plot clever and new." ―Janelle, reader on SwoonReads.com

Love Fortunes and Other Disasters (Grimbaud, 1)

Karalius, Kimberly

Children's Books

Swoon Reads

This sequel to Love Fortunes and Other Disasters is just as quirky, hilarious, and magical as the first book, delivering a heartfelt message about love and choosing your own destiny. 
Aspiring love charm maker Hijiri Kitamura was excited to come back to Grimbaud for her sophomore year - until she learns about the upcoming charm-making competition. She, along with her friends and fellow rebels, had worked too hard to free the town from Zita’s tyrannical love fortunes to allow some other charm maker to move in and take over. The only solution is for Hijiri to win the contest herself.
Unfortunately, that's easier said than done, especially when Love itself has decided to meddle in Hijiri's life. Concerned that its favorite charm maker has given up on finding a love of her own, Love delivers a very special gift - the perfect boyfriend, specially crafted just for her. 
Get ready to be delighted by Love Charms and Other Catastrophes, a unique, romantic sequel to Love Fortunes and Other Disasters by Kimberly Karalius.
Praise for Love Charms and Other Catastrophes:
"Karalius provides a unique fantasy that combines elements of romance, mystery, and family drama." ―School Library Journal
"I only hope there's more to come." ―The Reading Nook
"This series is winner." ―Book Briefs

Love Charms and Other Catastrophes (Grimbaud, 2)

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Love Fortunes and Other Disasters (Grimbaud, 1)

Love Charms and Other Catastrophes (Grimbaud, 2)