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12 Books That Should Be On Every Young Adult’s Reading List!
We have all at some point imagined our lives to be a YA novel because sometimes, all we’re looking for is an escape from real life. Here’s a list of books for young adults that will bring alive the thrilling world of fiction!
Saira Zariwala is Afraid by Shabnam Minwala
Someone is watching their every move. Someone thinks Saira knows much more than she does. Someone has killed once and is willing to kill again. Saira and her friends decide to play detective. But the light-hearted adventure soon turns dark and sinister. Curiosity killed the cat. Will it kill Saira
Jukebox by Nidhi Chanani
Following up on the success of Pashmina, Nidhi Chanani delivers another story about family and friendship, tinged with magical realism – this one featuring a time-traveling jukebox.
Pumpkin by Julie Murphy
Return to the beloved world of Julie Murphy’s #1 New York Times bestselling Dumplin’—now a popular Netflix feature film starring Jennifer Aniston—in this fabulously joyful, final companion novel about drag, prom, and embracing your inner Queen.
The Yearbook by Holly Bourne
The dramas, the traumas, the rumours – it’s time to expose it all… Mean Girls meets To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before in this painfully relatable high-school takedown from the queen of UKYA.
Not Here to be Liked by Michelle Quach
Emergency Contact meets Moxie in this cheeky and searing novel that unpacks just how complicated new love can get…when you fall for your enemy.
Gods and Monsters by Shelby Mahurin
After a heartbreaking loss, Lou, Reid, Beau, and Coco are bent on vengeance more than ever before—and no one more so than Lou. But this is no longer the Lou they thought they knew. No longer the Lou that captured a chasseur’s heart. Darkness has settled over her, and this time it will take more than love to drive it out.
The Star Daughter by Shveta Thakrar
The daughter of a star and a mortal, Sheetal is used to keeping secrets. Pretending to be “normal.” But when an accidental flare of her starfire puts her human father in the hospital, Sheetal needs a full star’s help to heal him. Sheetal’s quest to save her father will take her to a celestial court of shining wonders and dark shadows!
Sisters of the Snake by Sasha and Sarena Nanua
A lost princess. A mysterious puppet master. And a race against time—before all is lost. Deadly magic, hidden temples, and dark prophecies: Sisters of the Snake is an action-packed, immersive fantasy that will thrill fans of The Wrath & the Dawn and The Tiger at Midnight.
The Secret Life of Debbie G by Vibha Batra
Set in contemporary times, where the number of likes, comments, shares, DMs, and followers determine a teenager’s sense of self-worth, the story takes a close look at how social media influences their behavior and affects their emotional health. Equal parts poignant and fun, this is a bittersweet coming-of-age story.
Bena’s Summer by Shibal Bhartiya
Eight-year-old Benazir, Bena to friends and family, is perhaps the happiest child you know, fond of jalebis, limericks and raw mangoes. She is surrounded by friends and family, and her life is everything an idyllic childhood should be: protected, loved and edged with rainbow-gold. One summer that bubble bursts when Bena is witness to riots, death, destruction and abuse, in a setting that explains little, and expects children to forget it all.
10th Anniversary Edition: Divergent by Veronica Roth
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Divergent with a special edition of the #1 New York Times bestselling series that captured the hearts of millions of readers and inspired a series of major motion pictures starring Shailene Woodley. This edition features exclusive content from Veronica Roth and beautiful reimagined cover art from award-winning illustrator Victo Ngai.
The Betrayed by Kiera Cass
The sequel to THE BETROTHED, a glittering royal romance, from New York Times bestselling author of the Selection series. She gave her heart away. Now she’ll fight to get it back. Can you follow your heart when it’s already broken? Can a girl who’s lost it all put the fate of her adopted homeland over the secret longings of her heart?
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