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To Best the Boys - by  Mary Weber (Paperback) - 1 of 1

To Best the Boys - by Mary Weber (Paperback)

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  • The task is simple: Don a disguise.
  • 8.38" x 5.5" Paperback
  • 336 Pages
  • Young Adult Fiction, Fantasy

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About the Book



In a new fantasy novel from Mary Weber, bestselling author of the Storm Siren series and the Sofi Snow books, one girl makes a stand against society and enters a world made exclusively for boys.



Book Synopsis



The task is simple: Don a disguise. Survive the labyrinth . . . Best the boys.

Every year for the past fifty-four years, the residents of Pinsbury Port have received a mysterious letter inviting all eligible-aged boys to compete for an esteemed scholarship to the all-male Stemwick University. The poorer residents look to see if their names are on the list. The wealthier look to see how likely their sons are to survive. And Rhen Tellur opens it to see if she can derive which substances the ink and parchment are created from, using her father's microscope.

In the province of Caldon, where women train in wifely duties and men pursue collegiate education, sixteen-year-old Rhen Tellur wants nothing more than to become a scientist. As the poor of her seaside town fall prey to a deadly disease, she and her father work desperately to find a cure. But when her mum succumbs to it as well? Rhen decides to take the future into her own hands--through the annual all-male scholarship competition.

With her cousin, Seleni, by her side, the girls don disguises and enter Mr. Holm's labyrinth, to best the boys and claim the scholarship prize. Except not everyone is ready for a girl who doesn't know her place. And not everyone survives the deadly maze.

Welcome to the labyrinth.

Praise for To Best the Boys:

"Atmospheric, romantic, inspiring." --KRISTEN CICCARELLI, internationally bestselling author of The Last Namsara

"Smart, determined, and ready to take on the world: Rhen Tellur is an outstanding heroine with every reason to win a competition historically intended for boys." --Jodi Meadows, New York Times bestselling author of The Incarnate Trilogy and coauthor of My Lady Jane

A "Hunger Games/Handmaid's Tale mash-up." --BN Teen Blog

Dimensions (Overall): 8.38 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .84 Inches (D)
Weight: .76 Pounds
Number of Pages: 336
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
Sub-Genre: Fantasy
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Theme: Epic
Format: Paperback
Author: Mary Weber
Language: English
Street Date: February 3, 2026
TCIN: 1008548954
UPC: 9781400357376
Item Number (DPCI): 247-45-1071
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.84 inches length x 5.5 inches width x 8.38 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.76 pounds
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Q: What unique challenge does Rhen face in the competition?

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  • A: Rhen must disguise herself to compete in a maze historically reserved for boys, navigating both physical and societal obstacles.

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Q: Who collaborates with Rhen in her quest?

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  • A: Rhen is joined by her cousin Seleni, who supports her in navigating the challenges of the competition.

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Q: What is the main theme of the book?

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  • A: The main theme revolves around empowerment and challenging societal norms, particularly regarding gender roles.

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Q: Who is the protagonist in the story?

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  • A: The protagonist is Rhen Tellur, a sixteen-year-old girl determined to pursue science despite societal restrictions.

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Q: What type of novel is this book classified as?

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  • A: The book is classified as young adult fiction within the fantasy genre, featuring an epic storyline.

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