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- Title Age Rating Genre(s) Short Summary
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- Percy Jackson & the Olympians (Rick Riordan) 10+ Fantasy, Adventure A demigod teen discovers his identity and battles mythic monsters.
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- The Hunger Games (Suzanne Collins) 13+ Dystopian, Action Katniss fights for survival in a televised death match.
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- They Both Die at the End (Adam Silvera) 14+ LGBTQ+, Drama Two teens live out their final day after a death prediction.
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- Divergent (Veronica Roth) 13+ Sci-fi, Dystopian A girl challenges a society defined by personality factions.
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- Legend (Marie Lu) 13+ Dystopian, Thriller A prodigy and a rebel uncover government conspiracies.
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- The Fault in Our Stars (John Green) 14+ Romance, Drama Two teens with cancer find love and meaning.
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- One of Us Is Lying (Karen M. McManus) 14+ Mystery, Thriller High school secrets emerge after a suspicious death in detention.
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- To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (Jenny Han) 13+ Romance Lara Jean’s love letters get sent out—chaos ensues.
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- The Maze Runner (James Dashner) 13+ Sci-fi, Adventure Boys trapped in a maze fight for escape and truth.
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- Speak (Laurie Halse Anderson) 14+ Drama, Realistic A silent girl finds her voice after trauma.
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- The Inheritance Games (Jennifer Lynn Barnes) 13+ Mystery A girl inherits wealth—but it’s a puzzle to unlock.
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- A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (Holly Jackson) 14+ Mystery, Crime A teen uncovers shocking truths while investigating a murder.
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- Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (Ransom Riggs) 13+ Fantasy A boy discovers time loops and kids with strange powers.
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- The Book Thief (Markus Zusak) 14+ Historical Fiction A girl in Nazi Germany steals books and helps others.
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- We Were Liars (E. Lockhart) 14+ Mystery A rich family’s secrets unravel during one summer.
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- Cinder (Marissa Meyer) 12+ Sci-fi, Fairytale A cyborg Cinderella faces an intergalactic threat.
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- Turtles All the Way Down (John Green) 15+ Contemporary A teen battles OCD while solving a mystery.
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- Red Queen (Victoria Aveyard) 13+ Fantasy A girl with common blood gains royal superpowers.
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- Eliza and Her Monsters (Francesca Zappia) 13+ Contemporary, LGBTQ+ A teen artist faces fame and identity issues.
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- The Selection (Kiera Cass) 13+ Romance, Dystopian A contest unwittingly changes a girl’s life.
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- Six of Crows (Leigh Bardugo) 14+ Fantasy, Heist A crew plans a high-stakes heist in a gritty world.
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- Carry On (Rainbow Rowell) 14+ Fantasy, LGBTQ+ A chosen one with magical destiny and romance.
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- Aristotle and Dante (Benjamin Alire Sáenz) 14+ LGBTQ+, Contemporary Two Mexican-American teens discover life and love.
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- The Giver (Lois Lowry) 12+ Dystopian In a controlled society, one boy learns about emotion.
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- Fangirl (Rainbow Rowell) 14+ Contemporary A fanfic-obsessed teen navigates college and identity.
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- The Hate U Give (Angie Thomas) 14+ Contemporary A teen protests after witnessing police violence.
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- Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (Becky Albertalli) 13+ LGBTQ+ A closeted teen navigates friendship and love.
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- The Scorpio Races (Maggie Stiefvater) 13+ Fantasy A rustic horse race on dangerous water creatures.
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- Thirteen Reasons Why (Jay Asher) 14+ Drama A teen receives tapes explaining a peer's suicide.
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- An Ember in the Ashes (Sabaa Tahir) 14+ Fantasy A slave and soldier both struggle against tyranny.
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- Wings of Fire (Tui T. Sutherland) 10+ Fantasy Dragon teens struggle to stop a war over prophecy.
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- The Night Circus (Erin Morgenstern) 14+ Fantasy, Romance Two magicians duel in a mysterious circus.
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- Shadow and Bone (Leigh Bardugo) 14+ Fantasy A soldier uncovers magical gift to save her world.
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- Scythe (Neal Shusterman) 14+ Sci-fi Remaining death becomes controlled in a utopian world.
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- They Cage the Animals at Night (Jennie Hogan) 12+ Memoir A girl’s journey through foster care.
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- Eleanor & Park (Rainbow Rowell) 14+ Romance Two misfit teens find a connection through music and comics.
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- Speak (Laurie Halse Anderson) 14+ Realistic A girl finds her voice after trauma.
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- Darkest Minds (Alexandra Bracken) 13+ Sci-fi Teens with powers are hunted by the government.
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- Stargirl (Jerry Spinelli) 13+ Contemporary A strange girl changes a high school’s life.
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- The Young Elites (Marie Lu) 14+ Fantasy A survivor of blood fever struggles with dark power.
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- Paper Towns (John Green) 14+ Contemporary A teen hunts clues about a missing girl he admires.
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- The Perks of Being a Wallflower (Stephen Chbosky) 14+ Coming-of-Age A shy teen writes letters about life’s ups and downs.
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- Blood Red Road (Moira Young) 14+ Dystopian, Adventure A fierce girl crosses dangerous terrain to rescue her brother.
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- Uglies (Scott Westerfeld) 13+ Sci-fi Teens undergo compulsory cosmetic surgery in the future.
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- The Outsiders (S.E. Hinton) 12+ Realistic A gang of teens struggles with class and violence.
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- The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (Cassandra Clare) 14+ Fantasy A teen gains shadowhunter powers to fight demons.
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- House of Salt and Sorrows (Erin A. Craig) 14+ Fantasy, Gothic Shoalwater sisters face dark curses after a ball.
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- The Queen’s Rising (Rebecca Ross) 14+ Fantasy A girl with talent for inspiring becomes part of court intrigue.
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- Girl, Serpent, Thorn (Melissa Bashardoust) 14+ Fantasy, Retelling A cursed princess must find love to heal her heart.
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- Serpent & Dove (Shelby Mahurin) 14+ Fantasy, Romance A witch and witch hunter are forced into marriage.
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- Red, White & Royal Blue (Casey McQuiston) 14+ LGBTQ+, Romance The U.S. president’s son falls for a British prince.
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- Attack on Titan: Before the Fall (Ryosuke Fuji, Ryo Suzukaze) 15+ Action, Fantasy A prequel to the Assault on Titan saga involving titan tech.
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- The Song of Achilles (Madeline Miller) 15+ Mythology, Romance Achilles’s story told through his companion Patroclus.
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- The Truth About Forever (Sarah Dessen) 14+ Contemporary A summer of growth after a brother’s death.
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- Since You Asked (Tashie Bhuiyan) 13+ Romance, Social Issues Teens explore relationships post high school transition.
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- Wild Spark (Carlie Sorosiak) 14+ Fantasy A girl bonds with a monster born from grief.
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- A Darker Shade of Magic (V.E. Schwab) 14+ Fantasy A magician travels between parallel Londons.
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- The Hate U Give (Angie Thomas) 14+ Contemporary, Social Justice A teen becomes an activist after witnessing police injustice.
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- Dumplin’ (Julie Murphy) 14+ Coming-of-Age A plus-size teen enters a beauty pageant.
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- The Cruel Prince (Holly Black) 14+ Fantasy A mortal teen is drawn into cruel fairy politics.
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- Truly Devious (Maureen Johnson) 14+ Mystery A teen detective at a school solves a cold case.
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- I Am Princess X (Cherie Priest) 12+ Mystery, Graphic Novel A teen discovers a comic about her missing friend.
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- Every Day (David Levithan) 14+ Fantasy, Romance A soul inhabits a different body each dayfalling in love.
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- The Young World (Chris Weitz) 14+ Dystopian Teens survive when adults are gone, chased by gritty gangs.
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- Cemetery Boys (Aiden Thomas) 14+ LGBTQ+, Fantasy A trans Latino teen summons a ghost to prove himself.
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- Amari and the Night Brothers (B.B. Alston) 12+ Fantasy A girl joins a magical bureau searching for her brother.
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- A Court of Thorns and Roses (Sarah J. Maas) 16+ Fantasy, Romance A mortal teen enters a deadly faerie land and falls for a High Lord.
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- The Call (Peachy Lewis) 14+ Contemporary, Haunting Teens are connected through chilling voice messages.
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- Spinster Club (Millie Davis) 14+ Mystery, Friendship Teens run a detective club in their coastal town.
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- The Silver Linings Playbook (Matthew Quick) 15+ Contemporary A teen man navigates mental health and recovery.
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- Swordheart (T. Kingfisher) 14+ Fantasy, Comedy A princess trades her heart for magic sword adventures.
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- Legendborn (Tracy Deonn) 14+ Fantasy, Contemporary A teen discovers kingly magic and a secret order.
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- The Guinevere Deception (Shannon Hale) 14+ Fantasy, Arthurian A transformed Guinevere builds power in Camelot.
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- Black Ice (Becca Fitzpatrick) 14+ Mystery, Thriller A ski trip goes dark when a teen girl gets stalked.
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- The Marrakesh Cycle (Rihanna & Dean Atta) 13+ Cultural Fantasy A teen travels magical Morocco after a family loss.
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- These Broken Stars (Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner) 13+ Sci-fi, Romance Two teens survive a spaceship crash and fall in love.
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- Blink (Robison Wells) 14+ Sci-fi, Thriller A teen gains weird powers after rejecting a pill.
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- Opposite of Always (Justin A. Reynolds) 13+ Sci-fi, Romance A teen relives the same night over and over.
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- Elatsoe (Darcie Little Badger) 12+ Fantasy, Cultural A Lipan Apache teen summons ancestral spirits to solve a mystery.
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- Concrete Rose (Angie Thomas) 15+ Contemporary A teen father's struggle and growth in inner-city life.
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- Copperhead (Kristin Cast & P.C. Cast) 14+ Fantasy, Romance A teenage vampire hunter protects her kind.
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- The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue (Mackenzi Lee) 14+ Historical, LGBTQ+ A grand tour trip turns into a magical adventure.
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- A Darkly Beating Heart (Anne Louise Bannon) 14+ Fantasy, Romance Teens with forbidden magical gifts from rival houses.
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- Into the Dim (Janette Rallison) 13+ Time Travel, Romance A teen travels to the past to find her mother.
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- Jake Atlas and the Tomb of Eternity (Ross Macdonald) 12+ Adventure A young explorer hunts artifacts and curses.
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- Noggin (John Corey Whaley) 14+ Fantasy, Contemporary A boy's head is reattached years later—identity crisis ensues.
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- Skyward (Brandon Sanderson) 14+ Sci-fi, Adventure A girl dreams of flying in a war-torn future.
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- This Is Where It Ends (Marieke Nijkamp) 15+ Thriller Tragedy unfolds in real time during a school lockdown.
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- The Perilous Path of the Princess and the Mage (Eleanor Herman) 12+ Fantasy A princess and mage defy roles to change their kingdom.
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- Unwind (Neal Shusterman) 14+ Dystopian Teens are harvested for spare organs in a broken world.
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- Warped! (Novelization) 12+ Comedy A comic-book-obsessed teen runs a funny shop.
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- You Should See Me in a Crown (Leigh Stein) 14+ Contemporary A teen queen contestant hides her anxiety and sexuality while running for prom queen.
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- Zom-B (Darren Shan) 14+ Horror Teens survive a zombie apocalypse while dissecting social issues.
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- The Last True Poets of the Sea (Julia Drake, Sara Nisha Adams) 13+ Contemporary A summer of healing and friendship by the coast.
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- Fable (Adrienne Young) 14+ Fantasy, Adventure A girl sails dangerous seas to avenge her father.
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- The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (Suzanne Collins) 14+ Dystopian A prequel showing the darker side of Panem’s history.
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- Set My Heart to Five (Simon Stephenson) 14+ Sci-fi, Romance A teenage girl bonds with an empathic robot.
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- Legend of the Scarlet Blades (Rebecca Ross) 13+ Fantasy A rebellious girl trains as a secret assassin-in-training.
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- Lore (Alexandra Bracken) 13+ Mystery, Contemporary A teen uncovers clues to her missing father's past.
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- Beautiful Disaster (Jamie McGuire) 16+ Romance, Drama A whirlwind romance turns tumultuous and intense.
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- Boys of Tommen (Chloe Walsh) 17+ Romance, Drama, Trauma, Young Adult Shannon Lynch, a girl who transfers to a new school, Tommen College, seeking a fresh start after years of bullying and she meets a rugby player
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- Better than the Movies (duology) (Lynn Painter) 12+ oung Adult, Contemporary, Romantic, Comedy Liz, a rom‑com‑obsessed high school senior, teams up with her annoying next‑door neighbor to win her childhood crush’s heart—but discovers real love might be better than any scripted movie
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- The Naturals (series) (Jennifer Lynn Barnes) 14+ Mystery, Fiction, Thriller a 17-year-old gifted at profiling people, as she is recruited by the FBI to join a classified program using teens with exceptional abilities to solve cold cases
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- The Do-Over (Lynn Painter) 14+ Young Adult, Rom Com Emilie Hornby relives the worst Valentine's Day of her life repeatedly after catching her boyfriend cheating
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- Betting on You (Lynn Painter) 14+ Young Adult, Rom Com Bailey and Charlie, who initially clash as teenagers on a flight, later become coworkers at a waterpark and develop a complex relationship.
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- Shatter Me (series) (Tahereh Mafi) 17+ Young Adult, Dystopian a young adult dystopian series centered around Juliette Ferrars, a girl with a lethal touch
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- Powerless (series) (Lauren Roberts) 14+ Young Adult, Fantasy a plague has granted some citizens (Elites) magical powers while leaving others (Ordinaries) powerless
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- Once Upon a Broken Heart (Stephanie Garber) 13+ Fantasy, Sci-Fi Evangeline Fox believes her love, Luc, is cursed when he becomes engaged to her stepsister, Marisol.
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- Caraval (Stephanie Garber) 13+ Fantasy, Ficiton sisters Scarlett and Tella Dragna, trapped under their cruel father's control, finally receive an invitation to the legendary, once-a-year performance known as Caraval.
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- Harry Potter (series) (J.K. Rowling) 8+ Fantasy, Mystery Harry Potter, as he discovers his magical heritage and attends Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
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- The Reappearance of Rachel Price (Holly Jackson) 13+ Thriller, Mystery centers on 18-year-old Bel, whose mother, Rachel, disappeared 16 years ago, leaving Bel as the sole witness but with no memory of the event.
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- Kill Joy (Holly Jackson) 14+ Ficiton, Mystery, Novella Pip Fitz-Amobi, who attends a 1920s-themed murder mystery party at her friend Connor's house.
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- Five Survive (Holly Jackson) 14+ Thriller, Mystery follows six friends on a spring break road trip in an RV that turns deadly when they're trapped by a sniper
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- Practice Makes Perfect (Sarah Adams) 16+ Romance, Fiction consistent effort and repetition of a skill or task will lead to improvement and mastery
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- The Cheat Sheet (Sarah Adams) 15+ Romance, Fiction a friends-to-lovers romance where Bree Camden, secretly in love with her best friend Nathan Donelson, a famous NFL player, accidentally reveals her feelings publicly
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- The Rule Book (Sarah Adams) 16+ Romance, Fiction After a messy breakup, sports agent Nora and NFL star Derek fake a marriage to save face, but old feelings and unresolved tensions quickly reignite.
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- When in Rome (Sarah Adams) 16+ Romance, Fiction A pop star escapes to a small town for peace and ends up stranded on a grumpy baker’s lawn, sparking an unexpected and sweet slow-burn romance.
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- Beg, Borrow, or Steal (Sarah Adams) 16+ Romance, Fiction Feuding teachers Emily and Jack become reluctant allies and eventually lovers when their lives unexpectedly intertwine in their small Kentucky town
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- The Temporary Roomie (Sarah Adams) 16+ Romance, Fiction essie, seven months pregnant and facing plumbing issues, moves in with her best friend's brother, Drew, who needs a fake girlfriend for a work event, leading to a clash that sparks unexpected romance.
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- The Summer I Turned Pretty (series) (Jenny Han) 14+ Romance, Comedy, Drama, Coming-of-age Every summer at the beach house brings love triangles, heartbreak, and the growing pains of a girl caught between two brothers and adulthood.
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- Divine Rivals (duology) (Rebecca Ross) 13+ Romance, Fantasty, Historical Fantasy Two rival journalists unknowingly fall for each other through anonymous letters while a divine war looms over their world.
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- Heroes of Olympus (Rick Riordan) 9+ Fantasy, Adventure Demigods from Greek and Roman camps must unite to battle ancient monsters and fulfill a prophecy that could save or destroy the world.
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- Picking Daises on Sunday (Liana Cincotti) 15+ Romance, Fiction A grief-stricken girl returns to her hometown and reconnects with the boy who once meant everything, finding love in healing and new beginnings.
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- Glorious Rivals (Jennifer Lynn Barnes) 12+ Fiction, Mystery Seven players continue their high-stakes competition, where millions, hearts, and lives are on the line, with the game becoming more twisted and dangerous as they race to the finish.
 
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+ Percy Jackson & the Olympians Rick Riordan 10+ Fantasy, Adventure Percy discovers he's a demigod—son of Poseidon—and is thrust into a dangerous world of ancient Greek gods and monsters. Alongside his friends at Camp Half‑Blood, he goes on epic quests, fights legendary beasts, and struggles with identity, loyalty, and understanding his place in both the mortal and divine realms.
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+ The Hunger Games Suzanne Collins 13+ Dystopian, Action In Panem’s oppressive Capitol-controlled society, Katniss volunteers for the televised Hunger Games in place of her sister. Forced into a fight-to-the-death arena, she uses her survival skills, cunning strategy, and empathy to challenge her opponents—while igniting sparks of rebellion against a brutal system.
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+ They Both Die at the End Adam Silvera 14+ LGBTQ+, Drama In a world where people know the day they'll die, two teens—Mateo and Rufus—are notified they’ll die today. Connected by a Last Friend app, they seize their final hours to chase new experiences, build trust, and explore the depths of connection—finding hope, love, and meaning in their last day alive.
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+ Divergent Veronica Roth 13+ Scifi, Dystopian In post‑apocalyptic Chicago, society is divided into factions based on human virtues. Tris discovers she's Divergent—someone who doesn't fit any single group. As she trains, she unravels the city’s hidden political secrets and must choose between safety and fighting for truth and freedom.
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+ Legend Marie Lu 13+ Dystopian, Thriller In a nation torn by war, prodigy June and rebel Day cross deadly paths. June, raised in wealth and privilege, is assigned to hunt down Day—the country’s most-wanted criminal. Their cat-and-mouse game leads to shocking revelations about government corruption and what it truly means to fight for justice.
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+ The Fault in Our Stars John Green 14+ Romance, Drama Hazel, a teen with cancer, meets Augustus at a support group. Despite their illnesses, they embark on a profound emotional journey—reading, falling in love, and traveling to Amsterdam. Together they grapple with love, loss, and what it means to leave a lasting impact in limited time.
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+ One of Us Is Lying Karen M. McManus 14+ Mystery, Thriller Five high school students walk into detention—only one comes out alive. All are suspects, and each hides dark secrets. As the survivors try to prove their innocence, twisted alliances and high-stakes drama unfold, unveiling a shocking truth behind the death.
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+ To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before Jenny Han 13+ Romance Lara Jean’s private love letters to her crushes are accidentally mailed out—chaos ensues! To save face, she enters a fake relationship with one of the recipients, Peter Kavinsky. Pretending evolves into real feelings, forcing Lara Jean to confront her heart and take risks in love.
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+ The Maze Runner James Dashner 13+ Scifi, Adventure Thomas wakes up in a giant maze with no memory other than his name. Alongside other teen “Gladers,” he must decipher the maze’s secrets and survive monstrous creatures. As alliances form and betrayals emerge, Thomas uncovers his key role in an experiment that will change humanity’s fate.
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+ Speak Laurie Halse Anderson 14+ Drama, Realistic After an assault at a summer party, Melinda stops speaking. Isolated and misunderstood in high school, she finds solace in art class. Through drawing and internal resilience, she gradually rediscovers her voice—eventually confronting her trauma and reclaiming her identity.
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+ The Inheritance Games Jennifer Lynn Barnes 13+ Mystery When Avery unexpectedly inherits a billionaire’s fortune, she’s thrust into a world of puzzles, riddles, and secrets. The deceased’s grandsons aren’t thrilled, and Avery must navigate their family’s labyrinth of intrigue—decoding hidden clues to protect her inheritance and her life.
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+ A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder Holly Jackson 14+ Mystery, Crime Pip investigates a closed murder case for her senior project where a popular teen, presumed guilty, was found dead. As she digs deeper—questioning friends, suspects, and official findings—she uncovers disturbing truths, hidden motives, and perilous lies threatening her safety.
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+ Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children Ransom Riggs 13+ Fantasy Jacob follows clues to a mysterious island orphanage run by Miss Peregrine. He finds children frozen in time with peculiar abilities—levitation, invisibility, and more. But as threats emerge, Jacob must embrace his own hidden powers to protect his newfound family.
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+ The Book Thief Markus Zusak 14+ Historical Fiction In Nazi‑occupied Germany, young Liesel is sent to live with foster parents. She steals books and shares their stories to resist tyranny. Narrated by Death, the novel explores friendship, love, grief, and the power of words in the face of hatred and war.
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+ We Were Liars E. Lockhart 14+ Mystery Cadence returns to her family's private island after a summer accident that wiped out her memory. Slowly piecing together fragmented memories, she uncovers shocking truths about her family’s superficial perfection—and what really happened that summer.
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+ Cinder Marissa Meyer 12+ Scifi, Fairytale In New Beijing, Cinder is a gifted cyborg mechanic living under the authority of her cruel stepmother. When the handsome prince visits with a plague crisis, Cinder is thrust into a conspiracy that ties her to intergalactic politics, secrets about her past—and her destiny.
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+ Turtles All the Way Down John Green 15+ Contemporary Aza struggles with OCD spiraling into anxiety and self-doubt. When her childhood friend goes missing and a reward is offered, she dives into the investigation—even as intrusive thoughts threaten to consume her. This introspective journey explores mental health, friendship, and identity.
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+ Red Queen Victoria Aveyard 13+ Fantasy In a world divided by blood—commoners with no magic and elites with supernatural abilities—Mare finds herself unexpectedly endowed with powers. Thrust into political games at court, she must navigate betrayal, loyalty, and her role as a revolutionary symbol.
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+ Eliza and Her Monsters Francesca Zappia 13+ Contemporary, LGBTQ+ Eliza is anonymously the creator of a wildly popular webcomic. When the comic’s fanbase grows, she struggles under pressure and social anxiety. Romance and personal growth begin when she meets an online fan—forcing her to step out of her comfort zone and reclaim her creativity.
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+ The Selection Kiera Cass 13+ Romance, Dystopian In a caste-divided future, America Singer is chosen to participate in a televised competition to marry Prince Maxon. But as she competes with other young women, she’s torn between her former love and her growing feelings for the prince—while navigating palace intrigue and societal expectations.
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+ Six of Crows Leigh Bardugo 14+ Fantasy, Heist A crew of outcasts—criminals, misfits, and a disillusioned prodigy—are hired to pull off an impossible heist in the dangerous city of Ketterdam. Each brings unique talents and troubled pasts. As tensions rise, they must learn to trust each other to survive.
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+ Carry On Rainbow Rowell 14+ Fantasy, LGBTQ+ Simon Snow, once the Chosen One, has barely mastered magic. His roommate and nemesis, Baz, may be a vampire and might also be his soulmate. As dark forces emerge, their relationship is tested—blending magical adventure with queer teen romance and self-discovery.
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+ Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe Benjamin Alire Sáenz 14+ LGBTQ+, Contemporary Ari is a loner who meets Dante at the pool one summer. As they bond over family, identity, and cultural expectations, their friendship deepens into love. This lyrical, character-driven story navigates race, sexuality, and the search for belonging.
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+ The Giver Lois Lowry 12+ Dystopian In a society stripped of color, emotion, and choice, 12-year-old Jonas is selected to receive hidden memories of humanity’s past. As he learns of pain but also deep joy and love, he must decide whether to conform or bring real freedom to his community.
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+ Fangirl Rainbow Rowell 14+ Contemporary Cath, an introverted fanfiction writer, heads to college with her twin sister. Battling social anxiety, creative pressure, and family struggles, she finds friendship, romance, and a sense of self—learning to balance responsibility with staying true to her passions.
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+ The Hate U Give Angie Thomas 14+ Contemporary Starr witnesses a childhood friend’s fatal shooting by police—and must find courage to speak out. Caught between two worlds—her mostly white preparatory school and her poor black neighborhood—Starr evolves into an activist advocating for justice, identity, and truth.
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+ Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Becky Albertalli 13+ LGBTQ+ Simon is blackmailed when a classmate discovers his secret email with “Blue,” another closeted student. As they navigate their identities, Simon tries to outsmart his blackmailer and build courage to meet Blue in real life—and possibly start a first love.
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+ The Scorpio Races Maggie Stiefvater 13+ Fantasy On the isolated island of Thisby, riders race deadly water-horses each November. Sean sacrifices safety for money while Puck enters to preserve her family’s farm. Their worlds collide in a thrilling contest of courage, connection, and loyalty.
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+ Thirteen Reasons Why Jay Asher 14+ Drama Clay discovers a series of cassette tapes recorded by Hannah, who explains—person by person—the events that led to her tragic suicide. As he listens, he confronts his own role and unravels the unseen consequences of everyday actions.
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+ An Ember in the Ashes Sabaa Tahir 14+ Fantasy In a brutal empire inspired by ancient Rome, slave Laia becomes a spy for rebels—risking everything to save her brother. Scholar Elias, training to serve the empire, questions his role as a soldier. Their intertwined fates ignite a revolution.
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+ Wings of Fire Tui T. Sutherland 10+ Fantasy Five young dragonets, destined by prophecy, escape an underground egg hatchery to end a long war. Each carries pain, hope, and unique powers. They journey across dragon kingdoms, learning trust, leadership, and the cost of freedom.
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+ The Night Circus Erin Morgenstern 14+ Fantasy, Romance A mystical traveling circus that opens at dusk is the site of a magical duel between two young illusionists. Bound by a secret competition, they fall deeply in love—challenging the rules that bind them and altering the fate of the circus.
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+ Shadow and Bone Leigh Bardugo 14+ Fantasy In war‑torn Ravka, Alina discovers she has unique magical abilities that could bring peace. She’s taken to the Grisha elite and trained, but power draws danger. With dark forces closing in, Alina must find courage in alliances, magic, and herself.
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+ Scythe Neal Shusterman 14+ Scifi In a future without disease or death, professional Scythes control population through mercy killings. Teens Citra and Rowan are chosen to apprentice—learning the blows of judgment, power’s corruption, and what it means to take a life ethically.
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+ They Cage the Animals at Night Jennie Hogan 12+ Memoir In this poignant memoir, young Jennie moves through multiple foster homes and institutions after her mother abandons her. Through loneliness, resilience, and small acts of kindness, she finds survival and hope amid instability.
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+ Eleanor & Park Rainbow Rowell 14+ Romance Misfit Eleanor and quiet Park share comic books and mixtapes on the school bus. Navigating bullying, poverty, and prejudice, they form a tender bond. Their love brings temporary escape—and a bittersweet lesson in first love’s power and fragility.
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+ Darkest Minds Alexandra Bracken 13+ Sci‑fi After a disease kills most children, survivors develop extraordinary powers. Ruby is sent to a brutal government camp but escapes. On the run, she joins other teens fighting for freedom and a safe place to belong, confronting moral choices along the way.
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+ Stargirl Jerry Spinelli 13+ Contemporary New girl Stargirl’s eccentric kindness transforms her high school. But her popularity shifts as she defies conformity. Leo, caught between admiration and criticism, learns about acceptance, authenticity, and the price of being yourself.
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+ The Young Elites Marie Lu 14+ Fantasy After surviving a deadly blood fever, Adelina discovers she has dark powers. Betrayed and feared, she joins the Young Elites—others like her seeking vengeance. As alliances form, Adelina grapples with morality, power, and identity’s fragile lines.
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+ Paper Towns John Green 14+ Contemporary Quentin’s childhood crush Margo drags him into an all-night adventure. She's unhappy with her life—and disappears the next day. Quentin and friends follow cryptic clues she left behind, uncovering Margo’s secrets and the mystery of defining one another.
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+ The Perks of Being a Wallflower Stephen Chbosky 14+ Coming‑of‑Age Introverted Charlie writes letters to an anonymous listener about freshman year’s trials—friendship, love, trauma, and mental health. Through his new group of friends, he starts to heal and confront painful past events.
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+ Blood Red Road Moira Young 14+ Dystopian, Adventure Saba embarks on a grueling desert trek to rescue her kidnapped brother. Facing bandits, criminals, and brutal terrain, she discovers inner strength, unexpected allies, and her own place in an unforgiving world.
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+ Uglies Scott Westerfeld 13+ Sci‑fi In a society where everyone must undergo surgery at 16 to become “Pretty,” Tally can’t wait… until she meets rebels who challenge the system. As she weighs physical beauty against freedom of thought, she rebels against societal control.
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+ The Outsiders S.E. Hinton 12+ Realistic Ponyboy and his gang of “Greasers” live on the wrong side of town. Conflict with the wealthier “Socs” leads to violence, tragedy, and moral dilemmas. This raw portrayal of class struggle, brotherhood, and youth resonates across generations.
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+ The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones Cassandra Clare 14+ Fantasy Clary witnesses a murder by shadowy warriors she can’t see. When her mom is kidnapped, she falls into the secret world of Shadowhunters—hunters of demons. Clary learns about magical runes, hidden heritage, and a dangerous destiny.
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+ House of Salt and Sorrows Erin A. Craig 14+ Fantasy, Gothic On Shoalwater Manor, twelve sisters fall victim to a curse linked to a masked ball. Mary attends the final debutante ball and begins to uncover dark family secrets, betrayal, and magic lurking in the manor’s walls.
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+ The Queen’s Rising Rebecca Ross 14+ Fantasy Brienna, raised in a rural village, has a rare talent: inspiring truth through music and words. Summoned to court, she becomes entangled in political intrigue, rival factions, and deadly schemes. As court tensions rise, Brienna must decide who she wants to be.
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+ Girl, Serpent, Thorn Melissa Bashardoust 14+ Fantasy, Retelling Princess Soraya’s touch is deadly—and she’s cursed. Hidden away for safety, she longs for a cure. When an ill prince arrives, she’s forced to act. Through her journey across kingdoms, she confronts love, loyalty, and a legacy tangled in myths.
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+ Serpent & Dove Shelby Mahurin 14+ Fantasy, Romance Witch Louise and witch-hunter Reid are forcibly married in a double identity crisis. As they explore each other’s secrets, their animosity turns into attraction—setting off a forbidden romance against a backdrop of witching war and religious persecution.
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+ Red, White & Royal Blue Casey McQuiston 14+ LGBTQ+, Romance When the U.S. president’s son Alex accidentally causes an international incident with Britain's prince Henry, they're forced to stage a friendship. Emotions run deeper, transforming that facade into love—reshaping diplomacy and public expectations.
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+ Attack on Titan: Before the Fall Ryosuke Fuji & Ryo Suzukaze 15+ Action, Fantasy Set decades before the main Attack on Titan series, a young engineer and a boy with special tech-powered limbs work together to combat humanity’s greatest threat: the Titans. They aim to innovate weapons and strategies that could save mankind.
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+ The Song of Achilles Madeline Miller 15+ Mythology, Romance Retold from Patroclus’s perspective, this poetic myth explores his bond with Achilles. Their friendship deepens into love—traveling through training, war, triumph, and tragedy. It’s a timeless story of devotion, honor, destiny, and heartbreak.
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+ The Truth About Forever Sarah Dessen 14+ Contemporary After her brother’s death, Macy feels lost. She gets a job helping with event planning and meets a warm, chaotic family of teens who challenge her perfectionism. Through laughter, grief, and unexpected connections, Macy rediscovers purpose and joy.
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+ Since You Asked Tashie Bhuiyan 13+ Romance, Social Issues Navigating her last year of high school, Ava and Rhea explore new relationships, identity, and future dreams. The story delves into friendship tensions, cultural expectations, and first loves against a backdrop of growing maturity.
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+ Wild Spark Carlie Sorosiak 14+ Fantasy Isabel grapples with grief after losing her sister in a fire. She awakens a monster born of her sorrow—but instead of fearing it, they form a bond. Together, they navigate guilt, memory, and healing on a journey that blurs fantasy and emotional realism.
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+ A Darker Shade of Magic V.E. Schwab 14+ Fantasy Kell can travel between parallel Londons—each with different magic. Smuggling rare items draws him into intrigue. When black-market Londoners threaten to destroy the balance, Kell teams with thief Lila Bard in a thrilling adventure across worlds.
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+ Dumplin’ Julie Murphy 14+ Coming‑of‑Age Willowdean, a plus-size teen, enters a beauty pageant to challenge beauty norms and empower herself. With friends, family drama, romance, and pageant chaos, she discovers self-acceptance, body positivity, and personal strength.
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+ The Cruel Prince Holly Black 14+ Fantasy Orphan Jude is taken to the treacherous world of Faerie, where she must survive against supernatural politics and cruelty. Despite being mortal, she schemes and learns to manipulate power. When romantic tension with the fae prince rises, loyalties are tested.
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+ Truly Devious Maureen Johnson 14+ Mystery At an elite boarding school, Stevie Bell aims to solve two mysteries: the disappearance of the founder’s wife and daughter decades ago, and a fresh kidnapping. Blending true-crime obsession with teen life, she must untangle secrets and stay alive.
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+ I Am Princess X Cherie Priest 12+ Mystery, Graphic Novel Meghan discovers her missing friend Becca immortalized as Princess X in a comic online. Becca isn’t dead after all—she's trapped in a digital world. Meghan dives into the comic’s clues, unraveling a web of codes, mysteries, and friendship-driven courage.
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+ Every Day David Levithan 14+ Fantasy, Romance A wakes up each day in a different body—new gender, identity, life. When A inhabits a body belonging to Justin and meets his girlfriend, Rhiannon, they fall for each other. A must navigate love across shifting identities and moral boundaries.
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+ The Young World Chris Weitz 14+ Dystopian A mysterious event kills all adults. Teens form factions to survive in a changed NYC. Jefferson, Scout, and their friends face gangs, food shortages, and fear. As they fight to build a new society, they must confront their pasts and reimagine a future.
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+ Cemetery Boys Aiden Thomas 14+ LGBTQ+, Fantasy Yadriel, a trans Latinx teen, summons a ghost to prove himself as a brujo to his traditional familybut accidentally summons the wrong spirit. Together, they uncover a murder mystery. Along the way, Yadriel finds acceptance, identity, and unexpected love.
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+ Amari and the Night Brothers B.B. Alston 12+ Fantasy Amari’s brother disappeared at camp—no one believes her. She joins that secretive bureau herself, discovering it trains magicians to protect the world. She faces dangerous tests, magic trials, and shady forces as she fights to find her brother.
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+ A Court of Thorns and Roses Sarah J. Maas 16+ Fantasy, Romance Feyre, a huntress, kills a wolf and is whisked to the Fae lands as payment. She discovers a kingdom under a dark curse—and falls in love with its High Lord. Amid political deceit, magical trials, and rising war, she fights to break the curse and protect her heart.
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+ The Call Peachy Lewis 14+ Contemporary, Haunting Teens connected by a series of mysterious voicemail recordings are drawn into a chilling mystery. Each message reveals personal truths, ghostly presences, and interconnected fate—leading to haunting revelations about friendship, grief, and supernatural bonds.
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+ Spinster Club Millie Davis 14+ Mystery, Friendship Four teen girls in a coastal town start a detective club for fun. Their first case turns serious when a local boy disappears. Combining sleuthing skills with teenage emotions, they unravel secrets, learn about trust, and confront darker realities of friendship.
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+ The Silver Linings Playbook Matthew Quick 15+ Contemporary After a bipolar breakdown, Pat moves back in with his family and tries to rebuild his life. He meets Tiffany, who’s grappling with her own grief. Through therapy, dance, and unconventional friendship, they find healing and hope in unexpected companionship.
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+ Swordheart T. Kingfisher 14+ Fantasy, Comedy Princess Rhea must trade her heart to claim the magical sword Swordheart. Instead she ends up with the sword’s spirit inside her. On a quest full of humor, clever dialogue, monsters, and found-family vibes, she finds her courage and a new destiny.
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+ Legendborn Tracy Deonn 14+ Fantasy, Contemporary Bree enrolls in a secret program at UNC-Chapel Hill of descendants of King Arthur’s knights. When her mother dies under strange circumstances, she uncovers magical orders, racially charged history, and a terrifying lost power—forcing her to confront legacy and grief.
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+ The Guinevere Deception Shannon Hale 14+ Fantasy, Arthurian Guinevere arrives at Camelot masquerading as a teacher for the royal brothers—under a dangerous secret mission. She must navigate court intrigue, magical threats, and poised trust as she unravels deceit and finds her own strength beyond Merlin’s gaze.
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+ Black Ice Becca Fitzpatrick 14+ Mystery, Thriller On a winter ski trip, Harrow’s ex-boyfriend reappears—and so does a stalker. As snowstorms cut off communication, Harrow must decipher whether danger threatens from the woods, her past relationships, or something more sinister following her at night.
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+ The Marrakesh Cycle Rihanna & Dean Atta 13+ Cultural Fantasy Orphaned teen Zahra travels to Marrakech to reconnect with her heritage. There she discovers ancestral magic, a hidden society, and a portal to alternate realities tied to Moroccan folklore. As she navigates identity, grief, and destiny, she fights to reclaim her legacy.
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+ These Broken Stars Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner 13+ Sci‑fi, Romance After their ship crashes on a deserted planet, Lilac—an elite passenger—and Tarver—a lowly cadet—must work together to survive. Alone in a world of unknown dangers, they find connection, courage, and betrayal as they fight to escape and understand their universe.
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+ Blink Robison Wells 14+ Sci‑fi, Thriller Jason ignores a new drug that promises to make you smarter. Then he starts seeing people out of time—moments shifted, erased. He races to understand the drug’s effects before his life unravels. A mind-bending thriller that questions fate, memory, and control.
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+ Opposite of Always Justin A. Reynolds 13+ Scifi, Romance Jack relives the same night the day his girlfriend Kate dies. With each reset, he tries to save her—but time loops reveal layers of grief, sacrifice, and the meaning of love. A heartfelt, time-jumping romance about resilience and hope.
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+ Elatsoe Darcie Little Badger 12+ Fantasy, Cultural Elatsoe can raise the ghosts of animals—and keeps her Lipan Apache heritage close. When her cousin is murdered, she travels to the heart of Texas to investigate. Guided by ancestral magic and community, she confronts prejudice, secrets, and ancient spirits.
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+ Concrete Rose Angie Thomas 15+ Contemporary A prequel to The Hate U Give, this novel follows Maverick Carter as a teen father in a rough neighborhood. He struggles with responsibility, gangs, friendship—and love. Maverick’s journey toward manhood explores family, identity, and making better choices amid hardship.
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+ Copperhead Kristin Cast & P.C. Cast 14+ Fantasy, Romance Vampire-hunter Mahault “Mourey” teams with a reluctant vampire alliance to defend against rogue hunters. As she uncovers dark secrets and forbidden attraction, she must choose between duty, love, and the complicated truths about her own nature.
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+ The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue Mackenzi Lee 14+ Historical, LGBTQ+ 18th-century lord Monty embarks on a Grand Tour of Europe with his best friend Percy and sister Felicity. A heist-like escapade unfolds across cities, with romance, comedy, and danger. Monty’s journey tests his identity, privilege, and heart.
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+ A Darkly Beating Heart Anne Louise Bannon 14+ Fantasy, Romance In a kingdom where rival magical houses rule, two teens from opposing lineages fall in forbidden love. As their houses edge toward war, they must balance magic, loyalty, and the cost of uniting world‑divided by power.
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+ Into the Dim Janette Rallison 13+ Time Travel, Romance Celestine travels back a century to rescue her mother and encounters a dashing young rebel. She must navigate historical danger, romantic temptation, and a mission that could alter both past and present.
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+ Jake Atlas and the Tomb of Eternity Ross Macdonald 12+ Adventure Young adventurer Jake Atlas races against treasure hunters to find the Tomb of Eternity. Filled with booby traps, mythical guardians, and ancient puzzles, Jake must rely on wit, courage, and a dash of luck to uncover the world’s secrets.
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+ Noggin John Corey Whaley 14+ Fantasy, Contemporary Travis’s head is cryogenically preserved and reattached six years later. He wakes in a world that’s moved on—and in a body that’s aged. Coping with alienation, grief, second chances, and reclaimed identity, Travis explores what truly defines a person.
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+ Skyward Brandon Sanderson 14+ Sci‑fi, Adventure In a future under constant fight with alien attackers, stubborn teen Spensa dreams of being a pilot. When she joins a rag-tag flight school and uncovers hidden truths about her father and the war, she learns to fly—and to fight back against lies and fear.
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+ This Is Where It Ends Marieke Nijkamp 15+ Thriller Told through four students’ perspectives over 54 minutes, this gripping novel unfolds during a school shooting. As they hide, call for help, make life-or-death decisions, and confront trauma, the reality of violence, courage, and resilience comes painfully alive.
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+ The Perilous Path of the Princess and the Mage Eleanor Herman 12+ Fantasy Princess Maren sets out to rescue her kingdom from a magical plague—orphaned mage Rowan stands in her way. As they travel through enchanted woods, dragons, and political conspiracies, they form an unexpected alliance to save their realm.
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+ Unwind Neal Shusterman 14+ Dystopian In a future U.S. where unwanted teens are “unwound” for organ donation, Connor, Risa, and Lev escape their fates. Hunted across the country, they must survive in the outlawed Unwind Corridor—facing moral dilemmas about bodily autonomy, value, and humanity.
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+ Warped! (Novelization) — 12+ Comedy When a comic nerd inherits his uncle’s oddball shop—half magical, half malfunctioning—he stumbles into zany adventures. This lighthearted story pokes fun at geek culture and explores identity, friendship, and the chaos of unexpected gifts.
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+ You Should See Me in a Crown Leigh Stein 14+ Contemporary Liz dreams of heading to elite college…but realizes she can’t afford it. She decides to run for prom queen, competing against wealthier kids. Along the way, she falls in love with her teammate and navigates anxiety, sexuality, and self‑worth on the way to taking charge.
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+ Zom‑B Darren Shan 14+ Horror When a zombie virus hits Britain, 12-year-old B Smith remains human—caught between survival and humanity. As society collapses and lines blur, B must navigate betrayal, the undead, and moral ambiguity in a world where monsters wear human faces.
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+ The Last True Poets of the Sea Julia Drake, Sara Nisha Adams 13+ Contemporary Summer at the coast brings unlikely friendships for Alya and Fin—two teens coping with grief, family pressure, and change. Through shared poetry, secrets, and healing moments by the sea, they discover hope and what it means to move forward.
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+ Fable Adrienne Young 14+ Fantasy, Adventure Fable, a fierce mariner in a pirate world, seeks vengeance for her father’s death and recovery of her stolen ship. She doesn’t trust easily—until she reluctantly allies with the pirate who stole her boat. Together they navigate treacherous seas, alliances, and betrayal.
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+ The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Suzanne Collins 14+ Dystopian A prequel to The Hunger Games, this follows young Coriolanus Snow as he mentors tribute Lucy Gray in the 10th annual Games. As he navigates Capitol ambition and moral dilemmas, he discovers how power, reputation, and love can shape a future tyrant.
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+ Set My Heart to Five Simon Stephenson 14+ Sci‑fi, Romance A human teen works at a robotics company and secretly bonds with a companion robot slated for shutdown. As they spend time together, they explore what it means to feel connection, emotion, and identity—bridging humanity with artificial life.
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+ Legend of the Scarlet Blades Rebecca Ross 13+ Fantasy In a kingdom governed by ancient martial orders, rebellious scion Elara trains with the Scarlet Blades in secret. As threats emerge to her homeland, she must use skill, courage, and cunning to protect her loved ones and challenge the system.
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+ Lore Alexandra Bracken 13+ Mystery, Contemporary After her father’s disappearance, Lore returns to uncover his hidden life. She finds a secret network chasing clues tied to mythological mysteries—and discovers that ordinary people can wield extraordinary influence when they seek truth.
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+ Beautiful Disaster Jamie McGuire 16+ Romance, Drama Abby hopes for a fresh start at college but is drawn to Travis, a recklessly charming bad boy with demons of his own. Their intense attraction sparks a rollercoaster of passion, trust issues, and emotional upheaval—forcing them to decide if love is enough.
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+ Boys of Tommen Chloe Walsh 17+ Romance, Drama, Trauma Shannon transfers to Tommen College after years of bullying. There she meets a rugby player whose presence both intimidates and intrigues her. As their connection deepens, Shannon confronts trauma, self-worth, and the power of vulnerability.
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+ Better than the Movies Lynn Painter 12+ YA, Contemporary, Romantic Comedy Rom-com-loving Liz plots to win her childhood crush by enlisting her next-door neighbor Charlie to help. As the “plan” unfolds with comedic missteps, oddball situations, and charming banter, she learns that real love often defies the script.
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+ The Naturals (series) Jennifer Lynn Barnes 14+ Mystery, Fiction, Thriller Gifted teens with profiling talents are recruited by the FBI to solve cold cases. Cassie joins the program, only to discover that her own trauma may be tied to the organization. As cases unfold, she must navigate trust, manipulation, and dark secrets.
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+ The Do‑Over Lynn Painter 14+ YA, Rom‑Com Emilie relives the worst Valentine’s Day—her boyfriend’s cheating—for the fifth time after catching him again. Stuck in a romantic time loop, she must confront her insecurities, choose forgiveness, and figure out what real love means.
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+ Betting on You Lynn Painter 14+ YA, Rom‑Com Bailey and Charlie clash on a flight, only to later become coworkers at a waterpark. As they juggle teenage angst, workplace hijinks, and unexpected chemistry, they learn about trust, second chances, and whether opposites really attract.
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+ Shatter Me (series) Tahereh Mafi 17+ YA, Dystopian Juliette has a lethal touch and has been locked away for it. When she's forced into the Reestablishment’s service, she discovers others with powers—and her own capacity for love, resistance, and leadership in a dangerous world.
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+ Powerless (series) Lauren Roberts 14+ YA, Fantasy A plague grants magical “Elites” powers to some while leaving others “Ordinaries.” Ordinary sibling twins must protect their city—and their family—as social hierarchy clashes, magical threats emerge, and power corrupts.
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+ Once Upon a Broken Heart Stephanie Garber 13+ Fantasy, Sci‑Fi Evangeline breaks the mysterious Luc’s heart—literally—by denying his promise of love, cursing him. To mend his fate (and hers), she must enter a world of fae magic, unpredictable bargains, and the true price of second chances.
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+ Caraval Stephanie Garber 13+ Fantasy, Fiction Sisters Scarlett and Tella are invited to Caraval, a legendary annual show where audience and scenery blur. The line between illusion and reality fades as Scarlett searches for Tella while exploring threats beyond the carnival’s magical facade—and discovering her own bravery.
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+ Harry Potter (series) J.K. Rowling 8+ Fantasy, Mystery Orphaned Harry learns on his 11th birthday that he's a wizard. At Hogwarts, he finds friendship, enchantment, and dark forces conspiring against him. Over seven years, Harry faces magical challenges, hidden truths, and a destiny intertwined with Voldemort.
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+ The Reappearance of Rachel Price Holly Jackson 13+ Thriller, Mystery Bel wakes from memory loss with fragments of her mother's disappearance 16 years ago. As she investigates—through old clues, journals, and resurfaced emotions—Bel confronts haunting questions about identity, trust, and the ties that bind family.
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+ Kill Joy Holly Jackson 14+ Fiction, Mystery, Novella At a 1920s-themed murder‑mystery party, Pip contends with roaring‑twenties style, cryptic clues, and party guests behaving…oddly. As the pretend murder morphs into something more ominous, Pip must separate staged drama from real danger.
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+ Five Survive Holly Jackson 14+ Thriller, Mystery Six friends on spring break board an RV for adventure—but when a sniper ambushes them in the wilderness, the trip becomes a nightmare. Isolated and terrified, they must fight fear, suspicion, and each other to survive long enough for rescue.
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+ Practice Makes Perfect Sarah Adams 16+ Romance, Fiction Teacher-turned-protagonist strives for mastery—whether in life or love. Through consistent effort, practice, and emotional honesty, she learns that improvement in relationships, career, and identity requires perseverance, self-reflection, and sometimes failure.
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+ The Cheat Sheet Sarah Adams 15+ Romance, Fiction Bree, secretly in love with NFL star Nathan, accidentally exposes her feelings publicly. The incident sends them into a whirlwind of media attention, personal embarrassment, and unexpected chemistry—blurring the lines between fandom and romance.
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+ The Rule Book Sarah Adams 16+ Romance, Fiction To save his public image, NFL star Derek fakes a marriage with sports agent Nora. As they navigate pranks, press scrutiny, and orchestrated photo ops, real feelings threaten their staged relationship—and both must decide what rules to keep or break.
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+ When in Rome Sarah Adams 16+ Romance, Fiction A pop star escapes paparazzi in a small Italian town, crashing onto the lawn of a grumpy local baker. As they clash and connect, she rediscovers joy beyond fame—and he rediscovers trust—while both find love in the most unexpected place.
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+ Beg, Borrow, or Steal Sarah Adams 16+ Romance, Fiction Feuding teachers Emily and Jack are forced to collaborate school-wide…and soon find sparks flying. Through comical misunderstandings, shared responsibilities, and growing respect, their conflict evolves into romance—and a small-town love story.
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+ The Temporary Roomie Sarah Adams 16+ Romance, Fiction Jessie's seven months pregnant when her friend’s brother Drew moves in and needs a fake girlfriend for work. Forced proximity, baby preparations, and personal baggage lead to witty banter, unexpected support, and a deeper connection than either anticipated.
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+ The Summer I Turned Pretty (series) Jenny Han 14+ Romance, Comedy, Drama, Coming‑of‑Age Each summer at the beach house brings new heartbreak, first love, and growth for Belly as she flits between two brothers—Jeremiah and Conrad—and wrestles with identity, loss, and the fleeting magic of adolescence.
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+ Divine Rivals (duology) Rebecca Ross 13+ Romance, Fantasy, Historical Fantasy Two rival journalists in a mythological world send anonymous letters that spark rivalry—but also love. As divine forces and ancient gods loom overhead, they must untangle personal feelings from cosmic war.
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+ Heroes of Olympus Rick Riordan 9+ Fantasy, Adventure Greek and Roman demigods—Percy, Annabeth, Jason, Piper, Leo, and others—must unite across epic quests to close a rising earth‑god’s ancient ancient rift. Lessons of teamwork, identity, history, and prophecy guide them in saving both mortal and divine realms.
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+ Picking Daises on Sunday Liana Cincotti 15+ Romance, Fiction A grief-stricken girl returns home seeking solace and reconnects with her childhood crush—now a rugby player. Amid small‑town charm and shared memories, they navigate grief, friendship, and the possibility of second chances in love.
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+ Glorious Rivals Jennifer Lynn Barnes 12+ Fiction, Mystery Seven “Naturals” continue competing in a high-stakes reality game show that blends psychic profiling and social manipulation. As each contestant vies for fame and money, friendships fracture, feelings deepen—and the game becomes deadly.