Young adult fiction

  • American royals

    Creator

    McGee, Katharine

    Abstract

    What if America had a royal family' If you can't get enough of Harry and Meghan or Kate and William, meet American princesses Beatrice and Samantha. Two princesses vying for the ultimate crown. Two girls vying for the prince's heart. This is the story of the American royals. When America won the Revolutionary War, its people offered General George Washington a crown. Two and a half centuries later, the House of Washington still sits on the throne. Like most royal families, the Washingtons have an heir and a spare. A future monarch and a backup battery.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Listening Library

    Not specified
  • I hope you get this message

    Creator

    Rishi, Farah Naz.

    Abstract

    In this high concept YA novel debut that's We All Looked Up meets The Sun Is Also a Star, three teens must face down the mistakes of their past after they learn that life on Earth might end in less than a week. News stations across the country are reporting mysterious messages that Earth has been receiving from a planet-Alma-claiming to be its creator. If they're being interpreted correctly, in seven days Alma will hit the kill switch on their "colony" Earth.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Not specified
  • The weight of blood

    Creator

    Jackson, Tiffany D.

    Abstract

    New York Times bestselling author Tiffany D. Jackson ramps up the horror and tackles America's history and legacy of racism in this suspenseful YA novel following a biracial teenager as her Georgia high school hosts its first integrated prom. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection! When Springville residents--at least the ones still alive--are questioned about what happened on prom night, they all have the same explanation . . . Maddy did it.An outcast at her small-town Georgia high school, Madison Washington has always been a teasing target for bullies.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Katherine Tegen Books

    Not specified
  • Witches steeped in gold

    Creator

    Smart, Ciannon

    Abstract

    Iraya has spent her life in a cell, but every day brings her closer to freedom and vengeance. Jazmyne is the Queen's daughter, but unlike her sister before her, she has no intention of dying to strengthen her mother's power. Sworn enemies, these two witches enter a precarious alliance to take down a mutual threat. But power is intoxicating, revenge is a bloody pursuit, and nothing is certain, except the lengths they will go to win this game.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Not specified
  • A very large expanse of sea

    Creator

    Mafi, Tahereh

    Abstract

    A National Book Award Longlist title!From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Shatter Me series comes a powerful, heartrending contemporary novel about fear, first love, and the devastating impact of prejudice. It's 2002, a year after 9/11. It's an extremely turbulent time politically, but especially so for someone like Shirin, a sixteen-year-old Muslim girl who's tired of being stereotyped. Shirin is never surprised by how horrible people can be.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Not specified
  • A thousand heartbeats

    Creator

    Cass, Kiera

    Abstract

    #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Selection series Kiera Cass is back with her most epic novel yet--a sweeping enemies-to-lovers standalone romance."Love has a sound. It sounds like a thousand heartbeats happening at the same time." Princess Annika has lived a life of comfort--but no amount of luxuries can change the fact that her life isn't her own to control. The king, once her loving father, has gone cold, and Annika will soon be forced into a loveless marriage for political gain.Miles away, small comforts are few and far between for Lennox.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    HarperTeen

    Not specified
  • Acting the part

    Creator

    Ellor, Z.R.

    Abstract

    This delightfully tropey teen romance perfect for fans of Ashley Poston and Lyla Lee follows a queer teen actor navigating their gender identity--while pretending to date their co-star. Queer actor Lily Ashton has found fame playing lesbian warrior Morgantha on the hit TV show Galaxy Spark.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    HarperTeen

    Not specified
  • A million to one

    Creator

    Jaigirdar, Adiba

    Abstract

    An acrobat, an actress, an artist, and a thief, four girls who seemingly have nothing in common, work together and plot a heist to steal the Rubaiyat off the Titanic.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    HarperCollins

    Not specified
  • This cursed crown

    Creator

    Overy, Alexandra

    Abstract

    In the explosive sequel to These Feathered Flames, twin sisters Izaveta and Asya find themselves separated once again, but discovering a way back to each other may be their most perilous challenge yet. Awakening to find herself trapped in a strange tower, Izaveta knows she must find her way back to the Tóurensi palace and claim the throne. But even with an unexpected ally's help, she worries she might not be able to get news of her survival to her sister and escape this frozen land.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Harlequin Audio

    Not specified
  • Seoulmates

    Creator

    Lee, Susan

    Abstract

    "The perfect childhood friends-to-lovers story--full stop."--Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling authors of The Unhoneymooners and The Soulmate EquationHer ex-boyfriend wants her back. Her former best friend is in town. When did Hannah's life become a K-drama?Hannah Cho had the next year all planned out--the perfect summer with her boyfriend, Nate, and then a fun senior year with their friends. But then Nate does what everyone else in Hannah's life seems to do--he leaves her, claiming they have nothing in common.

    Audience
    Adolescent
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Harlequin Audio

    Not specified