Chapter Book · 2021
Feline Charm
Book #4 in the Twilight Hollow Cozy Mysteries series
256 pages· 44,996 words
4.4 Goodreads · 867 ratings
Paperback
Books About Female Protagonists
The Best Female Protagonists Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about female protagonists? 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.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Female Protagonists
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
The Golden Lion
By Mike Maihack · Book #4 in the Cleopatra in Space series
A young hero races to stop a cosmic weapon from falling into enemy hands.
208 pages· 5,231 words· Est. 59 min read
4.4 Goodreads · 1,591 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Cleopatra, a young adventurer in the distant future, is haunted by her friend's death. At Yasiro Academy, she learns of the Golden Lion, a star with destructive potential. Determined to prevent catastrophe, Cleo ventures alone to the icy planet Cada'duun. There, she confronts a formidable foe tasked with annihilating both the star and her. Can Cleo save the universe from this looming threat, or will her quest end in disaster?
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1925
Emily Climbs
Book #2 in the The Emily Trilogy series
An orphan's writing dreams clash with her aunt's demands. Will she choose success or family loyalty?
325 pages· 104,870 words· Est. 14.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 26,809 ratings
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Mass Market Paperback
Summary: Emily Starr, an orphan with a passion for writing, faces a dilemma: attend high school in Shrewsbury and stop writing, as her strict aunt demands, or pursue her dreams. As her friends chase their own ambitions, Emily's published poems and newspaper work hint at success and romance. When a life-changing opportunity arises, Emily must decide if she's ready to alter her path forever. Will she follow her heart or adhere to her aunt's wishes?
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019
Resist
By Alan Gratz
A young spy races against time to rescue her captured mother on D-Day.
80 pages· 12,891 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 3,853 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In Nazi-occupied France, young spy Samira Zidane faces her greatest challenge. With her mother captured and D-Day battles raging, Samira embarks on a perilous mission through war-torn lands. Accompanied only by her loyal dog Cyrano, she must outwit enemy forces to save her mother. Can she succeed before it's too late?
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2016
Stalking Jack the Ripper
By Kerri Maniscalco · Book #1 in the Stalking Jack the Ripper series
A young woman secretly investigates a series of gruesome murders, risking everything to uncover a killer.
318 pages· 87,200 words· Est. 8 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 187,751 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Audrey Rose Wadsworth, a lord's daughter, defies societal norms by studying forensic medicine in secret. Her clandestine work leads her into a chilling investigation of a serial killer. As she delves deeper, the line between her privileged life and the dark underworld blurs. Can Audrey uncover the truth before the killer strikes again? With shocking twists and real period photos, this gripping tale will keep you on edge.
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2017
Daughter of the Pirate King
A pirate captain's daring capture hides a secret mission for treasure.
330 pages· 70,587 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 251,187 ratings
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Summary: Seventeen-year-old pirate captain Alosa has a plan: get captured by enemy pirates to find a hidden map leading to legendary treasure. But her captor, the clever first mate Riden, complicates her mission. With cunning and charm, Alosa must outwit the crew and Riden to succeed. Can she retrieve the map without losing her heart or her freedom? Dive into a world of high seas adventure, romance, and unexpected twists as Alosa navigates treacherous waters and her own emotions in this thrilling tale.
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2022
Lightlark
By Alex Aster · Book #1 in the Lightlark series
A deadly game on Lightlark decides the fate of six cursed realms. One must die.
416 pages· 116,703 words· Est. 11 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 380,456 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Every century, Lightlark hosts the Centennial, a lethal contest for six realm rulers. Isla Crown, Wildling's young leader, must navigate betrayal and forbidden love to break her realm's deadly curse. As secrets unravel, only one ruler's death can end the suffering. Will Isla's heart be her downfall?
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1990
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
By Avi
A lone girl faces a deadly sea voyage with a mutinous crew and a murderous captain.
240 pages· 52,752 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 89,069 ratings
Paperback
Summary: In 1832, thirteen-year-old Charlotte Doyle embarks on a transatlantic journey, expecting a simple trip home. Instead, she finds herself alone on a ship with a ruthless captain and a rebellious crew. As tensions rise, Charlotte is drawn into a dangerous conflict, making enemies and facing accusations of murder. Will she survive this perilous voyage and clear her name?
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2019
Wilder Girls
By Rory Power
In quarantine, a girl defies danger to uncover the truth behind her friend's disappearance.
357 pages· 78,571 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
3.4 Goodreads · 103,589 ratings
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Summary: At Raxter School for Girls, a mysterious illness called the Tox has left students isolated and transformed. When her friend Byatt vanishes, Hetty must confront the perilous world beyond their quarantine. As she ventures into the wild, she discovers secrets that challenge everything she knows about their confinement. Will Hetty uncover the truth, or will the island's dangers consume her? In this gripping tale of survival and friendship, the stakes are life and death, and the answers lie beyond the fence.
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$3250
Picture Book · Ages 0–8 · 2024
This is Captain Marvel
By Kelsey Sullivan, Vincenzo Cucca (Illustrator)
An ordinary pilot transforms into a powerful hero. How?
32 pages· 178 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.4 Goodreads · 73 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Carol Danvers, an ordinary pilot, finds herself thrust into an extraordinary transformation. As she becomes Captain Marvel, her journey is fraught with challenges that test her strength and resolve. What forces shape her destiny, and can she harness her newfound powers to protect the world? Dive into the story of a hero's rise and the mysteries that lie ahead.
