Fantasy/SciFi/Dystopian

All Better Now by Neal Shusterman (2025)

Sponsor(s): Ms. Calindy Ramsden (Science Teacher)

When a mysterious virus erases stress, anger, and greed, the world feels transformed—but those in power call it dangerous. As fearmongering spreads and a vaccine promises a return to "normal," two teens caught in the chaos must uncover the truth before happiness itself is outlawed.

A sharp, fast-paced novel about power, control, and the fight for a better world.

Divergent by Veronica Roth (2011)

Sponsor(s): Mr. Chris Payne (University Guidance Counsellor)

In a future Chicago where society is divided into five factions, sixteen-year-old Beatrice must choose between loyalty to her family and staying true to herself.

Renaming herself Tris, she faces brutal initiation trials, hidden dangers, and forbidden romance—all while guarding a deadly secret that could either save her world or tear it apart.

A thrilling story of courage, identity, and rebellion—perfect for fans of fast-paced dystopian adventures.

I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger (2024)

Sponsor(s): Mr. Clayton Fox (Science Teacher)

In a crumbling, near-future America, Rainy, a tender-hearted musician, sets sail across Lake Superior to find his missing wife. Battling deadly storms, eerie mysteries, and a broken society ruled by greed, his personal quest turns into an unexpected rebellion that could change everything.

A lyrical, sweeping adventure of love, resilience, and quiet defiance.

If You Could See the Sun by Ann Liang (2022)

Sponsor(s): Ms. Kyla Chau (English Teacher)

At her elite Beijing boarding school, Alice Sun already feels invisible—until she actually becomes invisible.

Facing the loss of her scholarship, she uses her new power to uncover and sell her classmates’ secrets... but, when small scandals turn into serious crimes, Alice must choose between survival and doing what's right.

A sharp, thrilling YA debut about power, privilege, and finding your true voice.

Lightlark by Alex Aster (2022)

Sponsor(s): Ms. Janelle Paquette (English Teacher)

Every 100 years, the island of Lightlark appears to host the Centennial, a deadly game that only the rulers of six realms are invited to play. The invitation is a summons—a call to embrace victory and ruin, baubles and blood. The Centennial offers the six rulers one final chance to break the curses that have plagued their realms for centuries. Each ruler has something to hide. Each realm’s curse is uniquely wicked. To destroy the curses, one ruler must die.

Isla Crown is the young ruler of Wildling—a realm of temptresses cursed to kill anyone they fall in love with. They are feared and despised, and are counting on Isla to end their suffering by succeeding at the Centennial.

To survive, Isla must lie, cheat, and betray… even as love complicates everything.

The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang (2018)

Sponsor(s): Amu Mei (Grade 8) & Ms. Desjardins (Head of House Mackenzie)

In a world on the edge of war, a girl no one wanted will either burn it all down — or be consumed by the fire herself.

When war orphan Rin aces a national exam to escape her abusive foster family, she earns a place at the prestigious Sinegard Academy, where the future leaders of the Empire are trained. But fitting in among the wealthy elite proves dangerous, especially when Rin discovers a deadly power deep within herself — one linked to ancient gods and forgotten magic. As tensions rise across the Empire and brutal conflict looms, Rin must decide how far she's willing to go to claim her place in a world that would rather see her crushed.

Powerless by Lauren Roberts (2023)

Sponsor(s): Ms. Naoise Gallagher (Math Teacher) & Ms. Brenna Hutchins (Inclusive Education Teacher)

In the kingdom of Ilya, only the gifted Elites are allowed to thrive—those ordinary by birth are cast out or worse. Paedyn Gray has spent her life hiding in plain sight, pretending to have powers she doesn't possess. Survival means staying invisible, observant, and one step ahead.

But, when she saves a prince and draws attention she never wanted, Paedyn is forced into the brutal Purging Trials, where only the strongest Elites survive. With no powers to protect her, every fight could expose her secret ... and falling for the prince she’s supposed to fear might just be the biggest risk of all.

A gripping fantasy of survival, deception, and forbidden love where being ordinary could cost everything.

The Selection by Kiera Cass (2012)

Sponsor(s): Abby Walters (Gr 10) Heidi Chen (Gr 10) & Ms. Heather Dow (Science Teacher)

For thirty-five girls, the Selection is the chance of a lifetime. It's the opportunity to escape the life laid out for them since birth: to be swept up in a world of glittering gowns and priceless jewels, and to live in a palace and compete for the heart of gorgeous Prince Maxon.

But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her; leaving her home to enter a fierce competition for a crown she doesn't want; and living in a palace that is constantly threatened by violent rebel attacks.

Then America meets Prince Maxon. Gradually, she starts to question all the plans she's made for herself—and realizes that the life she's always dreamed of may not compare to a future she never imagined.

Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo (2015)

Sponsor(s): Ms. Jennifer Ower (Socials Teacher)

Ketterdam: a bustling hub of international trade where anything can be had for the right price—and no one knows that better than criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker. Kaz is offered a chance at a deadly heist that could make him rich beyond his wildest dreams. But he can’t pull it off alone...

A convict with a thirst for revenge

A sharpshooter who can’t walk away from a wager

A runaway with a privileged past

A spy known as the Wraith

A Heartrender using her magic to survive the slums

A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes

Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist. Kaz’s crew is the only thing that might stand between the world and destruction—if they don’t kill each other first.

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

Note: There are three different book clubs for this novel

Sponsor(s): 1. Kenzie Cole and Mr. Brad Jolliffe (Assistant Director of Student Life) 2. Mr. Eric Waters (Head of Experiential Education ) 3. Ms. Jennifer Dousett (Director of Teaching and Learning)

When you’ve been set up to lose everything you love, what is there left to fight for?

As the day dawns on the fiftieth annual Hunger Games, fear grips the districts of Panem. This year, in honor of the Quarter Quell, twice as many tributes will be taken from their homes.

Back in District 12, Haymitch Abernathy is trying not to think too hard about his chances. All he cares about is making it through the day and being with the girl he loves. When Haymitch’s name is called, he can feel all his dreams break. He’s torn from his family and his love, shuttled to the Capitol with the three other District 12 tributes: a young friend who’s nearly a sister to him, a compulsive oddsmaker, and the most stuck-up girl in town. As the Games begin, Haymitch understands he’s been set up to fail. But there’s something in him that wants to fight . . . and have that fight reverberate far beyond the deadly arena.

Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas (2012)

Sponsor(s): Nika Haghi, Sophie Taylor, Mackenzie Stibbard & Ms. Samantha Weiss (Dean of Student Life & Leadership)

In a land without magic, where the king rules with an iron hand, an assassin is summoned to the castle. She comes not to kill the king, but to win her freedom. If she defeats twenty-three killers, thieves, and warriors in a competition, she is released from prison to serve as the king's champion. Her name is Celaena Sardothien.

The Crown Prince will provoke her. The Captain of the Guard will protect her. But, something evil dwells in the castle of glass—and it's there to kill. When her competitors start dying one by one, Celaena's fight for freedom becomes a fight for survival, and a desperate quest to root out the evil before it destroys her world.