The Warrior Heir

While yes, this book is just the typical story of a teenager, who is thrust into a strange new world with new powers/talents and discovers others are after him because he is the chosen one... just like dozens of other books and stories. However, this world building is very interesting and I love the guilds and the magic system. Cinda Williams Chima writes a great story and uses beautiful language.
I enjoyed this book as a teenager and still continue to enjoy it. I will be reading the rest of the series.

Quotes:
“Just remember who are you are... The world will try to change you into someone else. Don't let them. That's the best advise anyone can give you.”

“They fought for glory, but not for blood. They were Weirlind, heirs of the warrior's stone. And they always slept better with blades beneath their beds.”