| Anger Is Only a Shadow by Elizabeth AcevedoAs Liliana awaits trial for her latest impulsive mistake, she notices her brother acting unusually. Visiting him while he’s away at college would violate the terms of her release, but she may be his only hope. This nuanced verse novel explores the complex realities of juvenile detention and mental illness.
You might also like:Whenever You Are by Martine Leavitt or Free Girls by Kristen McCallum. |
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| Monster, Monarch, Maiden by Rae CarsonBria is rescued by the secretive Titus, saving her from a life of slavery. Now pledged to him as a shield maiden, Bria seeks to understand his mysterious quest, the nature of her own magical gift, and her burgeoning feeling for him. Read-alike: Rachel Greenlaw’s Compass and Blade. |
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| Hawk & Sparrow by Ayana GrayJournalist Vesper attended the art museum’s exhibition to interview a famed inventor. Instead, she found him dead. Now she’s posing as a couple with sorcerer Maximilian, the main suspect, in order to infiltrate high society and catch the killer. This atmospheric mystery features a Victorian setting sprinkled with magic.
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| Traitors' Nest by Frances HardingeAlthough the godlike Players move castles around the world as they play the Great Game, Burr never thought the castle in his farming village would disappear. Then it does, sending Burr, his sisters, and his friends on a great adventure to protect their community. Read-alikes: Rebecca Ross’ Divine Rivals; Jamie Pacton’s The Hyacinth Labyrinth. |
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We Run the Night
by Peace Mbengei
An elite, isolated Kenyan boarding school is terrorized by supernatural entities, grotesque maladies, and strange transformations in a chilling YA horror debut inspired by the urban legend of night runners.
What to read next: Deadly Little Lessons by Danielle Valentine or Demonology for Overachievers by Lily Anderson.
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| Your Boyfriend Needs an Exorcist by Justine Pucella WinansAfter dying in a car accident, Schuyler became an evil spirit, haunting her old house and crushing on Wren, who lives there. When Schuyler accidentally possesses Wren’s boyfriend, she’s torn: escape his body or enjoy the ride? This horror comedy weaves moments of emotional growth into its gory narrative.
You might also like: A (Dead) Thing Like Me by EG Young, Tell the
Ghosts I'm Gone by Kalynn Bayron, or Dead Girls by Beck Kubrick. |
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Deep 3, Volume 1
by Mitsuhiro Mizuno
A story of determination and grit: a young basketball player willing to do whatever it takes to get back on track. Demian Kawai has been devoting himself to basketball in Japan with the goal of becoming the top scorer in the world's top professional league, the NBO. However, this promising young player was struck by the tragedy of the yips, a condition that causes his arms to stiffen up whenever he approaches the goal. Can he persevere and realize his dream?
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Exotic Animal Doctor Vol. 1
by Kano Ninomiya
Welcome to Gekko Animal Hospital, where the staff treats the kinds of patients most vets won't dare touch. Whether your pet has fur, scales, talons, or razor-sharp fangs, this dedicated team is ready to help.
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Ichi the Witch, Vol. 1
by Osamu Nishi
Magic is alive and well in the world, inside beings known as Majiks. By completing a Majik's trial, a Witch can gain its power. However, only women can become Witches or use magical items. All that changes one day when a young man named Ichi turns the world on its head by defeating an infamous Majik and gaining its magical powers.
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Purgatory Funeral Cakes Volume 1
by Sanho
Baker Margot and her ghostly assistant Miro make specialty cakes for the dearly departed. Each cake is made custom tailored to the lost individual. Still-living loved ones share their memories of the deceased which serve as inspiration for the flavors and style, creating a truly one-of-a-kind cake.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for age 14 and up!
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