Books About Power Struggles

The Best Power Struggles Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about power struggles? 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.

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Power Struggles

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2002

Have a Hot Time, Hades!

Book #1 in the Myth-O-Mania series

Can Hades and siblings overthrow their tyrant father to rule the universe?

144 pages· 23,362 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,900 ratings

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Summary: Hades and his siblings, swallowed by their father Cronus due to a prophecy, must escape and challenge him for control of the universe. With Zeus leading the charge, can they outwit their powerful father and fulfill their destiny? Tensions rise as they navigate family dynamics and ancient rivalries. Will they succeed in their daring quest, or will Cronus maintain his iron grip on power? Discover the twists and turns of this mythological battle for supremacy.

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Chapter Book · 2021

Jujutsu Kaisen, Vol. 17

Book #17 in the Jujutsu Kaisen series

A young man swallows a demon's fragment, igniting a supernatural war threatening humanity.

200 pages· 6,747 words

4.6/5 Goodreads · 16,497 ratings

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Summary: Yuji Itadori, desperate to save his friend, consumes a demon's fragment, thrusting him into a deadly supernatural conflict. As cursed spirits threaten humanity, Yuji must navigate a world of jujutsu sorcerers and dark secrets. Hunted and haunted by his past, he faces a lethal game with the fate of the world at stake. Why does a mysterious figure from his past reappear, and what role will the enigmatic Maki play in the unfolding chaos? Dive into a world where every choice could mean life or death.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2019

The Wicked King

By Holly Black · The Folk of the Air series

A mortal must outwit a treacherous king and uncover a traitor to protect her brother in a perilous faerie realm.

322 pages· 85,545 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,145,727 ratings

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Summary: Jude, a mortal in a dangerous faerie world, has bound the wicked king, Cardan, to her will to protect her brother, Oak. As political alliances shift, Cardan's defiance and fascination with Jude complicate her plans. When betrayal looms from within her circle, Jude must navigate her tangled emotions and uncover the traitor to maintain her grip on power and safeguard those she loves. Can she outmaneuver the treacherous faerie court and keep her brother safe?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

The Iron Hand

By Scott Chantler · Book #7 in the Three Thieves series

A daring rescue turns into a dungeon escape. Can Dessa outwit her captors alone?

126 pages· 1,461 words· Est. 13 min read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 320 ratings

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Summary: Dessa's quest to save her brother Jared from Greyfalcon's grasp takes a shocking turn when she finds him already on the throne. Captured and imprisoned, Dessa must devise a daring escape. With her allies scattered, can she outsmart her captors and uncover the truth behind Jared's rise to power? The thrilling conclusion to the Three Thieves series promises unexpected twists and high-stakes adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 1998

One Piece, Vol. 6

By Eiichiro Oda · Book #6 in the East Blue series

Pirates dine at Baratie, but will they become the meal? Luffy seeks a new cook amidst chaos.

185 pages· 8,199 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 22,465 ratings

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Summary: Luffy, aspiring King of the Pirates, finds himself a busboy at Baratie, a floating restaurant. Amidst unruly pirates, he eyes Sanji, a witty chef, for his crew. But Sanji's vow to feed all pirates complicates matters. As tensions rise, will Luffy convince Sanji to join him, or will the pirates turn the tables and make them the main course? Adventure, loyalty, and culinary chaos collide on the high seas.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2019

The Toll

By Neal Shusterman · Book #3 in the Arc of a Scythe series

Can anyone stop the immortal Scythe Goddard from ruling a deathless world?

625 pages· 143,966 words· Est. 13.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 184,541 ratings

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Summary: In a world where death is conquered, chaos looms as Scythe Goddard seeks ultimate power. With Citra and Rowan vanished and Endura destroyed, the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. As the Thunderhead falls silent and the Great Resonance echoes, who will rise to challenge the immortal threat? The answer may lie in the mysterious Tone, the enigmatic Toll, and the silent Thunder. Dive into a gripping finale where the stakes are life, death, and the very essence of humanity.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2012

Avatar: The Last Airbender

By Michael Dante DiMartino, Bryan Konietzko, Gene Luen Yang, Gurihiru · Book #1 in the Avatar The Last Airbender The Promise series

Aang faces a new Fire Nation threat that could ignite another war.

76 pages· 1,186 words· Est. 14 min read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 34,297 ratings

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Summary: Aang and his friends return for thrilling adventures as they confront a looming threat from the Fire Nation. With the world on the brink of another war, Aang must harness all his powers and creativity to prevent chaos. Will he succeed, or will the Fire Nation's ambitions plunge the world into darkness once more? Dive into this gripping continuation of Avatar: The Last Airbender and discover the challenges that await in this new chapter.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Warriors: The Rise of Scourge (Graphic Novel)

By Erin Hunter, Dan Jolley, Bettina Kurkoski (Illustrator) · Warriors Manga series

A cat's quest for revenge transforms him into a feared leader.

85 pages· 3,676 words· Est. 41 min read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 10,254 ratings

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Summary: Tiny, once a simple kittypet, is scarred by a brutal encounter with forest cats. In the gritty alleys of Twolegplace, he becomes Scourge, a feared leader among strays. As his power grows, so does his thirst for vengeance. Will his past consume him, or will he rise above it? Discover the origins of a villain in this gripping tale of transformation and revenge.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Prince of the Elves

By Kazu Kibuishi · Book #5 in the Amulet series

A stolen stone threatens a kingdom. Can Emily stop the invasion?

203 pages· 4,995 words· Est. 56 min read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 25,670 ratings

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Summary: Emily faces a dire threat as Max Griffin steals the Mother Stone, empowering the Elf King to launch a devastating invasion. Leading the Cielis Guard, Emily must confront Max and unravel the dark secrets of her own Amulet's Voice. As the stakes rise, can she protect the nation of Windsor from destruction, or will the sinister forces prove too powerful? Dive into a world of magic, danger, and unexpected revelations as Emily battles to save everything she holds dear.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Supernova

By Kazu Kibuishi · Book #8 in the Amulet series

Trapped in the Void, Emily must escape as Navin battles Shadow forces threatening Alledia.

199 pages· 8,101 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 12,925 ratings

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Summary: Emily is trapped in the Void, struggling against the Voice's control over her Amulet. Her brother, Navin, races to Lighthouse One, where the Resistance prepares for a crucial battle against the Shadow forces threatening to drain Alledia's resources. Can Emily break free and join Navin in time to save their world, or will the Shadows prevail? The siblings must outsmart and outfight their enemies to ensure Alledia's survival.

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