Muse Squad: The Cassandra Curse

Chantel Acevedo was born in Miami to Cuban parents. She is the acclaimed author of the Muse Squad middle grade series, as well as several adult novels, including The Distant Marvels, which was a finalist for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction, and she is also a professor of English at the University of Miami, where she directs the MFA program. Chantel lives with her personal Muse Squad, aka her family, in Florida. You can visit her online at www.chantelacevedo.com.

"This riveting, suspenseful book presents a unique blend of Greek mythology and Cuban culture.... Perfect for readers of mythology-based adventures, fantasy fans, and anyone who enjoys a suspenseful action book." - School Library Journal

"Acevedo successfully deploys a mixture of imagination and sincerity in this magical duology opener with a message of art's importance and awakening the hero within." - Publishers Weekly

"Fans of Rick Riordan's Greek mythology-inspired stories with modern kids will love this fresh, inclusive title.... [A] fun take on the ones who inspire, rather than just the heroes." - ALA Booklist

"A charming and imaginative tale brimming with magic, friendship, loss, and love. Readers will be wishing for a muse of their own." - J. C. Cervantes, New York Times bestselling author of The Storm Runner

"Chantel Acevedo's middle grade debut is a wonderful reminder that we are all worthy of magic. Every kid will want Callie Martinez-Silva to inspire the (s)hero within. ¡Bravo!" - Pablo Cartaya, critically acclaimed author of Each Tiny Spark

"A refreshingly new adventure steeped in familiar mythology, where all people are worthy of magic. Muse Squad is a supernatural pick-me-up, a rare book that inspires laughter, tears, curiosity, and heroic purpose. Acevedo centers teamwork and community in a beautiful reimagining of what makes a hero." - Anna Meriano, author of the Love Sugar Magic series