Books About Fate

The Best Fate Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about fate? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Greek Myths
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2011

Greek Myths

By Eric Freeberg (Illustrator) · Classic Starts series

Explore legendary Greek myths, from daring flights to underworld journeys.

152 pages· 18,372 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 595 ratings
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Summary: Journey through the captivating world of Greek myths, where Icarus soars too close to the sun and Orpheus ventures into the underworld. Meet Heracles as he faces daunting tasks, witness Pandora's curiosity unleash chaos, and see King Midas's wish turn to gold. Each tale is a gateway to ancient wonders, filled with lessons and legendary feats. Will these heroes triumph or fall to their fates? Dive into these timeless stories and find out.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Tales from the Odyssey

Odysseus battles mythical creatures to return home against all odds.

288 pages· 20,250 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,834 ratings
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Summary: Odysseus, a hero of the Trojan War, faces a perilous journey back to Ithaca. Cursed by a vengeful giant, he must outsmart cannibals, a cunning witch, and a monstrous serpent. Will his courage and wit be enough to reunite him with his family? Each challenge tests his endurance, pushing him to the limits in this epic adventure.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2008

Arabian Nights

A storyteller spins tales to captivate a king and save her life.

160 pages· 20,241 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 497 ratings
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Summary: Scheherazade faces a perilous challenge: tell captivating tales to King Shahryar each night to delay her execution. With stories of genies, demons, and magical adventures, she weaves a spellbinding narrative. Will her storytelling prowess be enough to win her freedom, or will the king's wrath prevail? Dive into a world where every tale holds the power of life and death.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2015

Ares

By George O’Connor · Book #7 in the Olympians series

In the Trojan War's tenth year, two gods clash, risking countless lives.

80 pages· 632 words· Est. 6 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,858 ratings
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Summary: In the tenth year of the Trojan War, Ares and Athena, gods of war, engage in a fierce battle. As their divine rivalry intensifies, the human cost rises. Who will emerge victorious in this epic struggle, and how many lives will be sacrificed in their quest for supremacy? Dive into a world where gods play with mortal fates, and the stakes are nothing less than life and death.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2013

Poseidon

By George O’Connor · Book #5 in the Olympians series

Uncover Poseidon's rise to power through legendary myths and epic battles.

77 pages· 812 words· Est. 8 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,654 ratings
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Summary: Dive into the world of Greek mythology with Poseidon, the enigmatic god of the sea. Witness his tumultuous journey through iconic tales like Theseus and the Minotaur and Odysseus's encounter with Polyphemos. As storms rage and cities rise, discover how Poseidon claims his throne as the King of the Seas. Will his power bring order or chaos to the ancient world?
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014

You and Me

By Susan Verde, Peter H. Reynolds (Illustrator)

What if a missed moment changed everything? Discover the magic of serendipity and friendship.

32 pages· 240 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 538 ratings
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Summary: An adorable cat ponders life's 'what-ifs' and how a single moment could have altered everything. What if he had missed the train that led him to his best friend? Explore the enchanting power of serendipity and the bonds of true friendship in this heartwarming tale. Will chance encounters shape our lives forever?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Milk and Juice

Milk and Juice embark on a recycling journey to reunite against all odds.

32 pages· 432 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 446 ratings
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Summary: In a fridge not far away, Milk and Juice fall in love. But when Juice is recycled, their love story takes a global turn. As they transform through various incarnations, will they find their way back to each other, or remain separated forever? This whimsical tale explores the power of love and the magic of recycling, inviting readers to ponder the possibilities of persistence and transformation. With charming illustrations and a heartwarming narrative, discover if these star-crossed lovers can defy fate and reunite in a world of endless change.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1623

Macbeth (Graphic Novel)

A prophecy ignites ambition, leading to a bloody quest for power.

88 pages· 2,257 words· Est. 21 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,050,325 ratings
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Summary: Scottish general Macbeth encounters three witches who predict his rise to kingship. Driven by ambition and spurred by his wife's schemes, Macbeth embarks on a dark path, unleashing chaos across Scotland. Will his thirst for power be his undoing, or can he outmaneuver fate itself? Dive into this gripping graphic novel retelling of a classic tale of ambition and betrayal.
Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2008

A Kiss in Time

A kiss awakens a princess from a 316-year slumber, sparking a time-crossed adventure.

384 pages· 74,825 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 19,619 ratings
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Summary: Talia, cursed to sleep for centuries, is awakened by Jack's impulsive kiss. Now, they must navigate a world where time has shifted, and Talia's royal father blames Jack for the kingdom's ruin. As they flee with a trunk of jewels, can their unexpected bond survive the challenges of time and destiny? What happens when a modern-day guy meets a centuries-old princess? Discover if love can truly transcend time.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2006

The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Graphic Novel)

A bell-ringer defies fate to save a condemned girl.

72 pages· 1,666 words· Est. 15 min read
3.5/5 Goodreads · 111 ratings
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Summary: Hidden in Notre Dame's bell tower, Quasimodo, seen as a monster, finds hope in Esmeralda, a compassionate gypsy. When she faces an unjust death sentence, Quasimodo must defy his fears and society's judgment to become her savior. Can he overcome the odds and change his fate?
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Fate Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about fate for developing and independent readers.

The Pearl

Ages 18–+ · 1947

A diver's discovery of a giant pearl brings hope and danger.

The Iliad and the Odyssey (Core Classics)

Ages 10–12

Epic battles and mythical challenges await in ancient Greece.

Antigone

Ages 13–99

A young woman defies the king's decree to bury her brother, setting in motion a chain of events that exposes the clash between divine law and human authority.

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