Gabe Cole Novoa (he/him) is a Latinx transmasculine author with an MFA in Writing for Children who writes speculative fiction featuring marginalized characters grappling with identity. When he isn't being nerdy at his day job or buried under his TBR pile, you’re likely to find him making heart-eyes at the latest snazzy outfit he wants to add to his wardrobe. Gabe is the author of the Beyond the Red trilogy, written under a former pseudonym. He also runs a popular writing-focused YouTube channel, bookishpixie, and is active on Twitter. @thegabecole
"Pirates and romance, dangerous magic and demon curses — this book has it all! THE WICKED BARGAIN is
an immersive, vibrant adventure with swashbuckling, secrets and deals with a devil. Come for the epic fantasy adventure in the Caribbean, stay for the diverse cast, romantic tension and heart-warming found family!"
—Aiden Thomas,
New York Times bestselling author of
Cemetery Boys
“An
entertaining, swashbuckling action story with a truly
unique premise.”
—Paste Magazine
★ "A swashbuckling tale brimming with sorcery." —Publishers Weekly, starred review
★ “Novoa’s story
celebrates identities often othered in our world by representing them as ordinary here. A lineup of Latinx characters, gender-fluid demonio, and
slow-burning romance beautifully round off this fantasy.” —
Booklist, starred review
"This romantic coming-of-age fantasy offers endearing, flawed heroes, an enticing villain, and high emotional stakes.
An alluring high-seas adventure."
—Kirkus Reviews
"
Sets the standard for inclusive, swashbuckling romance; it’s adventurous, fun, and
highly recommended."
—School Library Journal
“Pirating adventures with a good amount of fun, magic, demonios, diablos, and gender-affirming experiences make this
an easy and entertaining read.”
—The Bulletin"
A must-read for anyone still obsessed with Our Flag Means Death, Black Sails, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever; anyone in desperate need of more
gender expansive BIPOC young adult fantasy; and anyone who wants a rollicking adventure
full of magic and mayhem."
—Tor Online
