The first in a series of YA Superhero Fantasy books set in an alternate modern-day Philippines!
Heart and Hero
Author: Gianne Rabena
Series: New Heroes Series, Book 1
Subgenre: Contemporary Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Superhero Fantasy, Philippine Myth Fantasy
Tropes: Mutual Pining, Superheroes, "I cannot lose you", "Who hurt you?", diverse characters, female friendships, friends to lovers, magic academy, prophecy, reluctant hero, POC main character, misfit friends, magical abilities, political intrigue, reluctant chosen one, secret identity, slow burn romance, finding yourself
Comps: Renegade by Marissa Meyer, My Hero Academia (manga)
Book Romance Rating: LEVEL 2: Tame Romance - Romance with hand holding & hugging. (view rating guide)
Series Romance Rating: LEVEL 3: Kissing - Light to moderate kissing. (view rating guide)
Other Content Warnings: Representation of Anxiety (Panic Attacks)
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