New Books Fiction - MYP
January
New Books Fiction - MYP
January
Graphic Novel
Stranger Things Omnibus (Volumes 1–4) plunges readers into the creepy, thrilling world of Hawkins, where secret experiments, strange creatures, and brave kids collide in fast-paced graphic novel adventures. Published between 2021 and 2023, these volumes expand the Netflix series with new mysteries, backstories, and characters that are easy to follow and hard to put down.
The main writer behind the series, Jody Houser, is a well-known comics author who specializes in turning popular shows and games into engaging graphic novels that appeal to young readers.
Graphic Novel
Blade Runner 2039 is a graphic novel set in a futuristic world of flying cars, artificial humans, and moral dilemmas, continuing the story after the Blade Runner 2049 film. Published between 2022 and 2023, it follows a new blade runner uncovering secrets about identity, memory, and what it truly means to be human.
The series is written by Michael Green (with Mike Johnson), an acclaimed screenwriter and comics author known for his work on Blade Runner 2049 and other major science-fiction projects.
Graphic Novel
Kai has trained all her life in her father's martial arts school. Although she is looked down upon for being a girl, she proves her courage when assassins launch a ruthless attack on her family. Yet Kai is the inheritor of a dark secret: every month she is transformed into a fox demon, and must hunt and kill a man so she can return to her life as a young woman. As the deaths mount and the townspeople start to voice their suspicions, Kai desperately searches for a way out.
Robin Ha is a Korean-American cartoonist and author best known for her graphic novels and cookbooks, including Almost American Girl, which combine personal storytelling with expressive illustration.
Graphic Novel
Witness the sinister machinations of the ever-hungry undead count, in a retelling of Bram Stoker's vampire story, Dracula. Shiver at the reanimation of unliving flesh and a relentless quest for vengeance in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. And experience the ultimate clash of reason and superstition in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most uncanny detective story, The Hound of the Baskervilles.
Robin Ha is a Korean-American cartoonist and author best known for her graphic novels and cookbooks, including Almost American Girl, which combine personal storytelling with expressive illustration.
One Dark Window (2022)
An ancient, mercurial spirit is trapped inside Elspeth Spindle's head — she calls him the Nightmare . He protects her. He keeps her secrets. But nothing comes for free, especially magic. When Elspeth meets a mysterious highwayman on the forest road, she is thrust into a world of shadow and deception. Together, they embark on a dangerous quest to cure the town of Blunder from the dark magic infecting it. As the stakes heighten and their undeniable attraction intensifies, Elspeth is forced to face her darkest secret yet: the Nightmare is slowly, darkly, taking over her mind. And she might not be able to stop him.
Rachel Gillig is an American fantasy author best known for her atmospheric, gothic-inspired novels, including One Dark Window, which blend dark magic, romance, and richly imagined worlds.
Two Twisted Crowns (2023)
Two Twisted Crowns continues the dark fantasy saga where Elspeth and Ravyn race against time to recover the final Providence Card and free their kingdom from the Nightmare's grip. Blending gothic atmosphere with romantic tension, Gillig's prose captivates from the first page. Explore more from Rachel Gillig and experience spellbinding fantasy today.
Rachel Gillig is an American fantasy author best known for her atmospheric, gothic-inspired novels, including One Dark Window, which blend dark magic, romance, and richly imagined worlds.
The Monstrous Kind (2024)
A gothic historical fantasy romance, set in a Regency-inspired world. Merrick Darling's life is better than most. As the daughter of a powerful lord, she wants for nothing - yet she will never inherit her family's Manor. Her only options are a smart marriage, or to live at the kindness of her practical and regimented elder sister, Essie. Until the day her father dies in mysterious circumstances, and Merrick is torn from her glamorous New London society life to Norland House, her family's mist-shrouded ancestral home.
Lydia Gregovic is an Australian author known for writing emotionally intense young adult novels that explore identity, power, and relationships, including Hear Me.
Once a Villain (2024)
It is the third and final book in Vanessa Len’s Only a Monster trilogy. A gothic historical fantasy romance, set in a Regency-inspired world. Merrick Darling's life is better than most. As the daughter of a powerful lord, she wants for nothing - yet she will never inherit her family's Manor. Her only options are a smart marriage, or to live at the kindness of her practical and regimented elder sister, Essie. Until the day her father dies in mysterious circumstances, and Merrick is torn from her glamorous New London society life to Norland House, her family's mist-shrouded ancestral home.
Vanessa Len is an Australian author of young adult fantasy, best known for Only a Monster, which blends time travel, myth, and moral complexity.
Theory of Dreaming (2023)
It is the second and final book, following A Study in Drowning. Effy learned that when she defeated the Fairy King. Even though she may never know exactly what happened at Hiraeth, she is free of her nightmares and is able to pen a thesis with Preston on the beloved national fairytale Angharad. She has finally earned a spot at the literature college, making her the first woman in history to enroll. But some dreams are dangerous, especially when they come true. The entire university - and soon the entire nation - is waiting for her to fail. With the Fairy King defeated and Myrddin's legacy exposed, Effy can no longer escape into fantasy. Who is she without her stories?
Ava Reid is an American author of young adult and adult fantasy, known for her dark, lyrical storytelling and novels such as A Study in Drowning and A Theory of Dreaming.
The Girl With No Reflection (2024)
Ying Yue believed in love. . . once. Yet when she's chosen to marry the Crown Prince, Ying's dreams of a fairy tale marriage fall apart. Her husband-to-be is cold and indifferent, confining Ying to her room for reasons he won't explain. And whispers swirl: of seven other brides who mysteriously disappeared after their own weddings. Left alone with only her reflection for company, Ying begins to see strange things in her mirror. And on the eve of her wedding, she unwittingly tears open a gateway and is pulled into another world. The realm is full of sentient reflections, including the enigmatic Mirror Prince. He is kind and compassionate, unlike his real-world counterpart, and before long Ying falls in love.
Keshe Chow is a British fantasy author known for blending mythology, folklore, and lyrical storytelling in young adult novels such as The Girl With No Reflection.
The Rithmatist (2015)
This is a fantasy novel about a boy who uses geometry and chalk drawings to battle dangerous magical creatures at a mysterious academy. The story mixes puzzles, magic, and suspense as the main character investigates strange attacks and tries to prove that intelligence can be as powerful as magic.
Brandon Sanderson is a bestselling American fantasy author known for his expansive world-building and interconnected Cosmere universe, including Mistborn and The Stormlight Archive.
Every Spiral of Fate (2025)
A fantasy novel about magic, love, and dangerous secrets as characters fight to protect their world while facing impossible choices and powerful forces. It is the fourth book in the This Woven Kingdom series. The story blends adventure, romance, and spectacular magical battles that keep readers turning pages.
Tahereh Mafi is an Iranian-American author, born and raised in the United States. He is a bestselling writer known for imaginative young adult fantasies like This Woven Kingdom and the Shatter Me series.
The Reappearance of Rachel Price (2024)
This is a gripping mystery about a girl whose mother suddenly returns years after disappearing under suspicious circumstances. As secrets unravel, the story pulls readers into a tense investigation full of twists, danger, and surprising truths.
Holly Jackson is a British author best known for her bestselling young adult crime and mystery novels, including A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.
Lessons in Power (2024)
This is a young adult fantasy about a girl who enters a dangerous magical academy where power, ambition, and survival are closely linked. As she learns to control her abilities, she must decide how far she is willing to go to protect herself and those she cares about. The story is filled with rivalry, secrets, and high-stakes choices that will appeal to readers who enjoy dark magic and strong characters.
Jennifer Lynn Barnes is an American author best known for her young adult mystery and thriller novels, including The Inheritance Games and The Fixer series.
Glorious Rivals (2025) 14+
Glorious Rivals is a fantasy novel about two ambitious rivals forced into a dangerous competition where power, loyalty, and ambition collide. As the stakes rise, alliances blur and every victory comes at a cost, pushing the characters to question what they are willing to sacrifice to win. Full of tension, intrigue, and dramatic twists, it’s perfect for readers who enjoy fierce rivalries and high-stakes fantasy worlds.
Jennifer Lynn Barnes is an American author best known for her young adult mystery and thriller novels, including The Inheritance Games and The Fixer series.
At First Sight (2025) 13+
At First Sight is a contemporary young adult novel about a girl who believes in love at first sight—until real relationships prove far more complicated. As she navigates romance, misunderstandings, and emotional growth, she learns that first impressions don’t always tell the whole story. The book is heartfelt, relatable, and perfect for readers who enjoy realistic romance and personal discovery.
Jennifer Lynn Barnes is an American author best known for her young adult mystery and thriller novels, including The Inheritance Games and The Fixer series.
Torchfire (2023)
Torchfire is a dystopian adventure about a teenage girl who lives in a world where emotions are dangerous and tightly controlled. As she uncovers secrets about her society and her own identity, she must decide whether to obey the rules or fight for freedom.
Moira Buffini is a British author and playwright known for writing thought-provoking young adult dystopian fiction, including Torchfire and Songlight.
Goldly Heathens (2023)
A contemporary fantasy about a group of teens who discover they are reincarnated gods and must face ancient rivalries, dangerous magic, and complicated friendships. As old powers awaken, they struggle to balance normal teenage life with destinies that could change the world. The story is fast-paced, emotional, and perfect if you enjoy mythology mixed with modern settings.
H. E. Edgmon, is an American writer known for inclusive young adult fantasy that explores identity, belonging, and found family.
Thorn Season (2025)
A dark fantasy novel about a girl caught in a dangerous world of magic, secrets, and power struggles where survival is never guaranteed. As she is drawn deeper into deadly alliances and forbidden forces, she must decide who to trust and how much she is willing to sacrifice. The story is tense, atmospheric, and ideal for readers who enjoy dark magic, strong characters, and high-stakes choices.
Kiera Hazard is a fantasy author known for writing dark, atmospheric stories with complex characters and dangerous magical worlds, including Thorn Season.
Immortal Consequences (2025)
A dark fantasy novel about a teenager drawn into a deadly world of immortals, ancient bargains, and dangerous magic where every choice has a price. As secrets unravel, the main character must decide whether power is worth the sacrifices it demands. The story is intense, suspenseful, and ideal for readers who enjoy high stakes, mystery, and morally complex characters.
T. K. Leigh is an American writer known for crafting fast-paced fantasy and paranormal stories filled with intrigue, power struggles, and strong protagonists.
A Fire in the Sky (2025)
This is a fantasy novel set in a world where dragons rule the skies and humans live under constant threat. When a young girl is chosen to train as a dragon rider, she is pulled into a dangerous system filled with power, fear, and rebellion. Full of action, courage, and high stakes, the book is perfect for readers who enjoy dragons, survival stories, and strong heroines.
Sophie Jordan is an American author best known for her young adult fantasy novels featuring dragons and powerful female protagonists, including A Fire in the Sky.
A Scar in the Bone (2025)
A Scar in the Bone continues the story in a dangerous world ruled by dragons, where survival depends on strength, loyalty, and courage. As alliances are tested and new threats emerge, the heroine must make difficult choices that could change the fate of both humans and dragons. Packed with action, tension, and emotional stakes, the novel is perfect for readers who enjoy epic fantasy and powerful, resilient characters.
Sophie Jordan is an American author best known for her young adult fantasy novels featuring dragons and powerful female protagonists, including A Fire in the Sky.
A Language of Dragons (2025)
A Language of Dragons is a fantasy novel about a girl who discovers that understanding dragons means more than just fighting them—it means learning their secrets, history, and power. As she uncovers hidden truths, she becomes caught between rival forces that could reshape her world. The story is rich in adventure and mystery, making it a great choice for readers who love dragons, magic, and strong heroines.
S. F. Williamson is a British author known for imaginative fantasy stories that combine magic, mystery, and richly built worlds, including A Language of Dragons.
Evenfall: The Golden Linnet (2025)
Evenfall: The Golden Linnet is a dark fantasy novel about a skilled assassin who is forced to work for the very people who destroyed her life. As she is drawn into dangerous political games and deadly missions, she must decide whether revenge or justice will define her future. The story is tense, action-packed, and perfect for readers who enjoy morally complex characters and shadowy worlds.
Aisling Fowler is a British writer known for her gripping young adult fantasy novels filled with intrigue, danger, and strong female leads.
The Lost Coast (2025) 14+
The Lost Coast is a dark contemporary fantasy about a group of teens with mysterious powers living on the foggy California coast, where magic, secrets, and danger are never far away. When one of their own goes missing, the group is pulled into a haunting mystery involving ancient forces and deadly choices. Atmospheric and suspenseful, the novel is perfect for readers who enjoy magic, friendship, and eerie coastal settings.
Jonathan Kellerman and Jesse Kellerman are American authors who frequently collaborate, combining Jonathan’s experience in psychology and crime fiction with Jesse’s background in thrillers and dark, character-driven storytelling.
My Return to the Walter Boys (2024) 13+
My Return to the Walter Boys is a contemporary young adult novel about a girl navigating friendships, romance, and big emotions as she returns to a place filled with memories and unfinished feelings. Balancing family expectations and her own heart, she must decide who she wants to be and where she truly belongs. The story is warm, emotional, and relatable, making it perfect for readers who enjoy romance, personal growth, and real-life drama.
Ali Novak is an American author best known for her young adult romance novels, including My Life with the Walter Boys, which began on Wattpad and became a bestselling series.
Compass and Blade (2024) 14+
Compass and Blade is a fantasy adventure about a young woman who becomes caught between dangerous pirates, powerful secrets, and a fight for freedom on the open seas. As loyalties shift and betrayals mount, she must decide whether to follow the path chosen for her or carve out her own destiny. Packed with action, romance, and high-stakes choices, it’s perfect for readers who enjoy pirates, magic, and daring heroines.
Rachel Greenlaw is an Australian fantasy author known for adventurous, character-driven stories, including the pirate-inspired novel Compass and Blade.
The Golden (2025) 14+
The Golden is a fantasy novel set in a world where power, magic, and social status are tightly controlled. When a young woman begins to question the system she was born into, she uncovers dangerous secrets that could change everything. With rebellion, intrigue, and high stakes, the story will appeal to readers who enjoy dystopian worlds and strong, questioning protagonists.
Lauren Wilson is an American young adult fantasy author known for writing fast-paced stories with strong heroines and themes of power, identity, and rebellion, including The Golden.
The Nightblood prince (2025) 14+
The Nightblood Prince is a dark fantasy novel about a girl bound to a dangerous prince whose power comes from blood magic and ancient curses. As she is pulled deeper into a deadly royal world, she must navigate betrayal, forbidden magic, and impossible choices that could cost her everything. Tense and atmospheric, the story is ideal for readers who enjoy morally complex characters and high-stakes fantasy.
Molly X. Chang is an American writer known for crafting dark, romantic fantasy stories inspired by mythology and folklore.
The Beauty of Darkness (2022) 14+
The Beauty of Darkness is the thrilling conclusion to The Remnant Chronicles, where kingdoms fall and long-hidden truths are finally revealed. As war looms, the heroine must make powerful choices about love, loyalty, and leadership that will determine the fate of her world. Full of action, emotion, and magic, the novel is perfect for readers who enjoy epic fantasy with strong characters and high stakes.
Mary E. Pearson is an American young adult fantasy author best known for The Remnant Chronicles, a bestselling series filled with romance, magic, and political intrigue.
The Heart of Betrayal (2022) 14+
The Heart of Betrayal is the second book in The Remnant Chronicles, following a princess on the run as secrets about her past and her world begin to surface. Surrounded by enemies and uncertain allies, she must decide whom to trust while powerful forces close in. The story is tense and emotional, making it perfect for readers who enjoy romance, danger, and epic fantasy twists.
Mary E. Pearson is an American young adult fantasy author best known for The Remnant Chronicles, a bestselling series filled with romance, magic, and political intrigue.
Half-Blood (2011) 14+
Half-Blood is a fantasy novel about a girl who is half human and half god, living in a world where her kind is trained to fight monsters—or die trying. As she trains at a dangerous academy, she must hide secrets that could get her killed while facing growing threats from both enemies and those she trusts. Fast-paced and full of action, romance, and mythology, the book is perfect for readers who enjoy supernatural adventure and strong heroines.
Jennifer L. Armentrout is an American bestselling author known for her popular young adult and adult fantasy and romance series, including Half-Blood and From Blood and Ash.
The Wycherleys (2025) 14+
The Wycherleys is a contemporary young adult novel about a wealthy, powerful family whose carefully controlled public image begins to crack when secrets from the past resurface. As tensions rise inside the family, the story explores privilege, loyalty, and the cost of keeping up appearances. Sharp and suspenseful, it’s an engaging read for students who enjoy realistic drama with mystery elements.
Mary E. Pearson is an American young adult fantasy author best known for The Remnant Chronicles, a bestselling series filled with romance, magic, and political intrigue.
Nobody in Particular (2025) 14+
Nobody in Particular is a contemporary young adult novel about a teenage girl navigating friendships, romance, and identity while dealing with public expectations and private feelings. As she figures out who she wants to be, she learns that love and self-acceptance don’t always look the way people expect. Honest and relatable, the book is perfect for readers who enjoy realistic stories about growing up and being true to yourself.
Sophie Gonzales is an Australian young adult author known for writing inclusive, character-driven novels that explore identity, relationships, and belonging.
The Scarlet Alchemist (2023) 14+
The Scarlet Alchemist is a fantasy novel about a brilliant young alchemist who risks everything when her forbidden magic draws the attention of powerful enemies. As she is pulled into dangerous political intrigue and deadly experiments, she must decide how far she is willing to go for knowledge and survival. Dark, fast-paced, and full of twists, the story is perfect for readers who enjoy science-based magic and high-stakes adventure.
Kylie Lee Baker is an American author of young adult fantasy, known for dark, inventive stories that blend magic, danger, and morally complex characters, including The Scarlet Alchemist.
The Floating World (2025) 14+
The Floating World is a fantasy novel set in a shifting, magical realm where danger and wonder exist side by side. When a young protagonist is drawn into this unstable world, they must navigate strange alliances, hidden powers, and threats that could destroy everything they know. Atmospheric and imaginative, the story is perfect for readers who enjoy richly built worlds and high-stakes adventure.
Axie Oh is a Korean-American author best known for her young adult fantasy novels inspired by Korean mythology and folklore, including The Floating World.
Sunrise on the Reaping (2025) 14+
Sunrise on the Reaping is a Hunger Games prequel that explores the brutal origins of Panem’s most feared tradition and the people shaped by it. Set years before Katniss’s story, it reveals how power, fear, and survival first became tools of control in the Capitol’s rise. Tense and thought-provoking, the novel is perfect for readers who want to understand how the Hunger Games began and why resistance was inevitable.
Suzanne Collins is an American author best known for The Hunger Games series, which combines dystopian action with powerful themes of power, survival, and resistance.
The Monstrous Child (2016) 13+
The Monstrous Child is a dark fantasy retelling of Norse mythology told from the point of view of Hel, the misunderstood daughter of Loki. As she struggles with exile, identity, and rejection by the gods, the story shows how a “monster” is often created by fear and cruelty. Powerful and emotional, the novel is ideal for readers who enjoy mythological retellings with strong themes of belonging and injustice.
Francesca Simon is a British author best known for both children’s and young adult books, including the Horrid Henry series and the myth-inspired novel The Monstrous Child.
The Bastard son of the Devil Himself (2022) 14+
The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself is a dark fantasy novel about a boy born to a powerful witch and an infamous dark magician, making him feared by both sides. As he grows up hunted and mistrusted, he must survive brutal trials while trying to discover who he really is. Gritty, fast-paced, and intense, the book is perfect for readers who enjoy dark magic, moral complexity, and high-stakes adventure.
Sally Green is a British author best known for her dark young adult fantasy novels, including The Half Bad Trilogy, which explore power, identity, and moral ambiguity.
Charlotte's Web (2022)
Charlotte’s Web is about Wilbur, a gentle pig who is afraid of being killed when he grows up. His friend Charlotte, a wise spider, saves him by spinning words in her web that make people believe Wilbur is special. In the end, Wilbur is safe, and he learns about friendship, loyalty, and loss when Charlotte dies but her children live on.
E. B. White was an American writer known for his clear, gentle style and for writing beloved classics such as Charlotte’s Web, Stuart Little, and The Elements of Style.
One of Us Is Lying series 14+ (2017)
The One of Us Is Lying series follows a group of high school students caught up in murder, secrets, and dangerous lies after a classmate dies during detention. Each book uncovers hidden truths, shifting suspects, and the consequences of online rumors and betrayal. The series explores friendship, guilt, and how secrets can change lives forever.
Karen M. McManus is an American author best known for writing fast-paced young adult mystery novels, including the One of Us Is Lying series.
Rachael Lippincott Collection 3 Books Set
The Rachael Lippincott Collection (3 Books Set) includes All This Time, Five Feet Apart, and The Lucky List. Each novel is a standalone story that explores love, loss, and personal growth through emotionally rich characters. Together, the collection highlights Lippincott’s focus on resilience and hope in young adult fiction.
Rachael Lippincott is an American young adult author known for writing emotionally powerful standalone novels that explore love, loss, and healing.
The Mystery Series Collection 1-3 Books Set 9 Stories (1942)
The Mystery Series Collection 1–3 by Enid Blyton includes nine short mystery stories following a group of children who solve everyday puzzles and small crimes. Each story is fast-paced, imaginative, and centers on teamwork, curiosity, and problem-solving. The collection is ideal for young readers who enjoy classic adventure and gentle mystery.
Enid Blyton was a British children’s author famous for her adventure and mystery stories, including The Mystery Series, The Famous Five, and The Secret Seven.
The Boy from Block 66 (2018)
The Boy from Block 66 tells the true story of Alex, a Jewish boy who survives Auschwitz by pretending to be older than he is. Separated from his family, he endures extreme hardship, fear, and loss while holding on to hope. The book highlights courage, survival, and the importance of remembering the Holocaust.
Limor Regev tells the true survival story of her grandfather, Alex Moskovitch, during the Holocaust.
Arch-Conspirator (2023) 14+
Arch-Conspirator is a retelling of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar set in a dystopian future ruled by a powerful elite. It follows Antonia, who joins a dangerous plot to overthrow the ruler after witnessing injustice and betrayal. The novella explores power, loyalty, and the cost of rebellion in a tightly paced story.
Veronica Roth is an American author best known for the Divergent series and her dystopian fiction.
The End and Other Beginnings (2019) 14+
The End and Other Beginnings is a short story collection by Veronica Roth that explores different futures shaped by technology, power, and human choices. Each story presents a distinct world, ranging from dystopian to hopeful, often focused on young people facing change. The collection examines how endings can also be the start of something new.
Veronica Roth is an American author best known for the Divergent series and her dystopian fiction.
Chosen Ones (2020) 16+
Chosen Ones by Veronica Roth follows a group of heroes who saved the world as teenagers and are now struggling with fame, trauma, and purpose as adults. When a new threat emerges, they are forced to confront the cost of their past choices. The novel explores identity, responsibility, and what happens after the “happily ever after.”
Veronica Roth is an American author best known for the Divergent series and her dystopian fiction.
The Shades of Magic Series (2020) 14+
The Shades of Magic series by V. E. Schwab follows Kell, a magician who can travel between parallel Londons, each with its own level of magic. When a dangerous artifact crosses worlds, Kell teams up with the daring thief Lila Bard to stop a growing threat. The series blends fantasy, adventure, and rich world-building with themes of power and identity.
V. E. Schwab is an American author known for her imaginative fantasy novels, including The Shades of Magic series, celebrated for rich world-building and complex characters.
Through My Window (2019) 14+
Through My Window follows Raquel, a girl who secretly watches her mysterious neighbor Ares from her bedroom window. When their lives unexpectedly collide, their relationship turns into an intense and complicated romance. The novel explores obsession, love, and emotional growth in a dramatic young adult love story.
Ariana Godoy is a Venezuelan-American author who gained international popularity for her young adult romance novels, including Through My Window, which began as a story on Wattpad.
We See Everything (2019) 12+
We See Everything by William Sutcliffe is a dystopian novel set in a society where constant surveillance is presented as protection. The story follows Amber, whose mother leads a powerful security organization, and Tye, a boy who begins to question the system after being targeted by it. The novel explores privacy, power, and the dangers of living in a world where everyone is always watched.
William Sutcliffe is a British author known for writing thought-provoking novels for young adults and adults that explore society, technology, and moral dilemmas.
Night School (2012) 12+
Night School by C. J. Daugherty follows Allie Sheridan, a troubled teenager sent to an elite boarding school with a dark secret. She soon discovers the school trains students in espionage, combat, and survival. As Allie becomes involved in dangerous missions, she must learn who she can trust.
C. J. Daugherty is an American author best known for her Night School young adult series, which combines mystery, suspense, and boarding-school intrigue.
Night School Legacy (2013) 12+
Night School: Legacy continues Allie Sheridan’s story as she faces the lasting consequences of her past at Cimmeria Academy. Now older and more experienced, Allie must confront new dangers while dealing with unresolved trauma and loyalty conflicts. The novel focuses on growth, resilience, and the long-term impact of living a life shaped by secrets and survival.
C. J. Daugherty is an American author best known for her Night School young adult series, which combines mystery, suspense, and boarding-school intrigue.
If You Don't Have Anything Nice to Say (2018) 12+
If You Don’t Have Anything Nice to Say is a novel about a teenage girl navigating friendship, honesty, and the consequences of words spoken online and in real life. When gossip and misunderstandings spiral out of control, she must face how her actions affect others. The story explores kindness, responsibility, and the power of choosing empathy over silence or cruelty.
Leila Sales is an American author of young adult novels known for her thoughtful stories about identity, friendship, and emotional growth.
Stranger Things, Darkness on the Edge of Town (2018) 13+
Stranger Things: Darkness on the Edge of Town follows Jim Hopper before the events of the TV series, when he is working as a police officer in New York City. While dealing with grief and corruption, Hopper investigates a series of disturbing crimes connected to a dangerous conspiracy. The novel explores his past, shaping the hardened but compassionate character seen in Stranger Things.
Adam Christopher is a British author known for writing science fiction, fantasy, and media tie-in novels, including Stranger Things: Darkness on the Edge of Town.
Stranger Things, Darkness on the Edge of Town: Novel 2 (2018) 13+
Stranger Things: Novel 2 – Darkness on the Edge of Town tells the story of Jim Hopper’s life in New York City before he becomes the sheriff of Hawkins. As a police officer, Hopper investigates a series of violent and unsettling crimes while struggling with grief and corruption around him. The novel reveals key events that shape his character and connect to the darker world of Stranger Things.
Adam Christopher is a British author known for writing science fiction, fantasy, and media tie-in novels, including Stranger Things: Darkness on the Edge of Town.
Influence (2018) 14+
Influence by Sarah Shepard and Lilia Buckingham follows Maddy, a teenage girl who wakes up in a psychiatric hospital with no memory of how she got there. As she slowly uncovers the truth about her past, she begins to question the people around her and her own perceptions. The novel explores mental health, identity, and the fine line between reality and delusion.
Sarah Shepard is an American author best known for the Pretty Little Liars series, and Lilia Buckingham is an actress and writer who co-authored Influence, bringing a contemporary teen perspective to the story.
Cell 7 (2016) 14+
Cell 7 by Kerry Drewery is set in a near-future society where criminals are judged by the public through online voting. Martha Honeydew is accused of murder and locked in Cell 7 while the world decides her fate. The novel explores justice, media influence, and the danger of letting public opinion determine guilt.
Kerry Drewery is a British author known for her young adult dystopian novels, including Cell 7, which explore justice, technology, and morality.
Da7 7 (2017) 14+
Day 7 by Kerry Drewery continues Martha Honeydew’s story as she waits for the final public vote that will decide her fate. As tension rises, secrets are revealed and the justice system’s flaws become even clearer. The novel deepens its exploration of morality, power, and the consequences of letting society judge life and death.
Kerry Drewery is a British author known for her young adult dystopian novels, including Cell 7, which explore justice, technology, and morality.
Da7 7 (2017) 14+
Final 7 by Kerry Drewery concludes the trilogy as the public prepares to deliver its ultimate judgment on Martha Honeydew. With the system under intense scrutiny, hidden truths come to light and the cost of crowd-controlled justice is exposed. The novel delivers a powerful ending that questions fairness, responsibility, and the value of human life.
Kerry Drewery is a British author known for her young adult dystopian novels, including Cell 7, which explore justice, technology, and morality.
History of Wolves (2017) 14+
A novel about a lonely teenage girl, Linda, growing up in rural Minnesota who becomes entangled with a troubled family living near her isolated home. When a child in that family dies under disturbing circumstances, Linda is forced to confront guilt, responsibility, and the limits of her understanding. The novel explores isolation, moral ambiguity, and how small choices can echo tragically through time.
Emily Fridlund is an American author and creative writing professor known for her psychologically sharp literary fiction, including the award-winning novel History of Wolves.
This Monstrous Thing (2015) 12+
This Monstrous Thing is a gothic reimagining of Frankenstein set in an alternate 19th-century Switzerland, following Alasdair Finch, a boy obsessed with resurrecting his dead brother through science. As Alasdair pushes moral and physical boundaries, his experiments grow darker and more dangerous. The novel explores grief, obsession, and the cost of trying to conquer death.
Mackenzi Lee is an American author best known for writing imaginative young adult novels that blend history, fantasy, and themes of identity and belonging.
Escape Room (2019) 12+
This is a tense young adult thriller about a group of teenagers trapped inside an escape room that turns deadly. As the puzzles grow more dangerous, secrets and betrayals surface, revealing that the game is far more personal than they expected. The story explores fear, guilt, and how quickly trust can break under pressure.
Maren Stoffels is a Dutch author known for fast-paced young adult thrillers that explore danger, morality, and the psychology of fear.
Maybe One Day (2014) 12+
This is a contemporary young adult novel about a teenage girl navigating friendship, loss, and complicated feelings after a sudden tragedy. As she struggles with guilt and unanswered questions, she begins to see how love and grief can coexist. The story focuses on emotional growth, honesty, and learning to move forward without forgetting the past.
Melissa Kantor is an American author who writes young adult novels that focus on realistic relationships, emotional challenges, and the experiences of teenage girls.
Sleep No More (2011) 12+
Sleep No More by Aprilynne Pike is a young adult mystery thriller about Charlotte, a girl who begins to uncover dark secrets after her best friend disappears. As she investigates, she realizes that people close to her may be hiding dangerous truths. The novel explores trust, betrayal, and how easily reality can be manipulated.
Aprilynne Pike is an American author best known for her young adult novels that blend mystery, romance, and speculative elements.
Department 19 (2011) 13+
Department 19 by Will Hill is a young adult supernatural thriller about a secret British government agency tasked with hunting and eliminating vampires. When Jamie Carpenter’s father is captured by a powerful vampire, Jamie is recruited to join the organization’s dangerous mission. The novel blends action, horror, and coming-of-age themes in a modern reimagining of classic vampire lore.
Will Hill is a British author known for writing fast-paced young adult novels, particularly in the horror and supernatural genres.
Katabasis (2011) 13+
Department 19 by Will Hill is a young adult supernatural thriller about a secret British government agency tasked with hunting and eliminating vampires. When Jamie Carpenter’s father is captured by a powerful vampire, Jamie is recruited to join the organization’s dangerous mission. The novel blends action, horror, and coming-of-age themes in a modern reimagining of classic vampire lore.
Will Hill is a British author known for writing fast-paced young adult novels, particularly in the horror and supernatural genres.