A legendary hunt for a mystical creature sets off the plot in "A Far Wilder Magic" (£8) by Allison Saft. Margaret spots the legendary hala, the last living mythical creature, and knows that the famed hunt will soon follow. She's a great sharpshooter, but she needs an alchemist — someone like Wes, an apprentice struggling to find work. As they work together, they'll uncover even more magic, and perhaps some softer feelings, too.