The Marvellers (The Conjureverse, #1)

In her middle-grade debut, Dhonielle Clayton introduces readers to the enchanting world of the Arcanum Training Institute, a magical school in the sky that celebrates diverse cultural arts. Eleven-year-old Ella Durand, the first Conjuror to attend, faces the challenges of being an outsider while unraveling mysteries surrounding her mentor's disappearance and a dangerous criminal escape. With the help of new friends, Ella navigates a world filled with magic, suspicion, and adventure, all set within a vividly imagined universe praised for its engaging storytelling and rich worldbuilding.