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| How to Die Famous by Benjamin DeanAspiring actor Abel has a starring role in the upcoming reboot of a teen drama. This big break is also his chance to investigate how his older brother died in a “tragic accident” on the set of the original show. This compelling, suspenseful mystery explores Hollywood’s exploitation of young talent. |
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| The Great Cool Ranch Dorito in the Sky by Josh GalarzaTo cope with his mother’s cancer diagnosis, Brett relies on alcohol and disordered eating. When his food journal ends up on social media, fellow student Mallory recognizes Brett’s dangerous patterns and takes him under her wing. Read-alikes: Nic Stone’s Chaos Theory; Andre Fenton’s Worthy of Love. |
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| Time and Time Again by Chatham GreenfieldPhoebe is stuck reliving August 6, the day before an important doctor’s appointment. A car crash with Phoebe’s childhood crush Jess pulls them into the loop as well, and romance blossoms. But do they really want to live like there’s no tomorrow? Read-alikes: Jessica Walton’s Stars in Their Eyes; Rachel Lynn Solomon’s See You Yesterday. |
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| Death at Morning House by Maureen JohnsonMarlowe gives tours at Morning House, the historic summer home of a wealthy family and the site of tragic deaths in 1932. The mysterious drowning of another tour guide makes Marlowe suspect there’s ongoing danger. Fans of author Maureen Johnson’s Truly Devious series will devour this suspenseful standalone mystery. |
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| The Dark We Know by Wen-Yi LeeHome for her abusive father’s funeral, art student Isadora Chang reunites with an estranged friend. Together they investigate their mutual friends' deaths. Is there a connection with the gruesome sketches Isadora doesn’t remember drawing? This enthralling Gothic novel spins horrors from childhood trauma and small-town secrets. |
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| Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManusFormer stepsiblings Kat and Liam find each other at a billionaire’s birthday party. Kat’s there to steal jewelry; Liam’s father is trying to con an heiress. Things take a deadly turn, forcing Kat and Liam into a cat-and-mouse game with a killer. Read-alikes: Tess Sharpe’s The Girls I’ve Been; Kayvion Lewis’ Thieves’ Gambit. |
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| On the Bright Side by Anna SortinoSince Ellie’s Deaf school closed and forced her back home, she lacks both support and respect. Thankfully, Jackson, a former soccer star dealing with undiagnosed health problems, is teaching himself sign language to connect to her. This character-driven story will draw fans of angst-filled, emotionally intense romances. |
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| Ash's Cabin by Jen WangNonbinary teen Ash feels disconnected from peers who don’t feel the urgency of the climate crisis and family members who don't accept their identity. They decide to find their late grandfather’s cabin in the California wilderness and stay there for good. Read-alikes: Jay Martin’s Lost Boy; Anton Treuer’s Where Wolves Don't Die. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for age 14 and up!
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