Friday, May 2, 2025

This month’s best new YA

 
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This Month's Best New YA
 
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Book cover for Watch Me by Tahereh Mafi
Return to the dystopian world of Shatter Me in this dazzling series starter!
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • A Good Morning America YA Book Club pick and instant #1 New York Times bestseller
  • Ten years after a global rebellion, James is determined to infiltrate Ark Island — while assassin Rosabelle has been given a new target
  • "The balance between the suspense and dramatic action sequences feels cinematic, and the slow-burn romance shimmers… Gripping" (Kirkus Reviews)
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Media mentions for Watch Me by Tahereh MafiMEDIA MENTIONS:Good Morning America Book Club, TODAY Show, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews
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Book cover for The Summer I Ate the Rich by Maritza Moulite and Maika Moulite
An aspiring chef's secret ingredient is not for the faint of heart…
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • After her mother loses her job, Brielle starts cooking for wealthy families to earn extra cash. But her clients have no idea that her delectable dishes contain human flesh
  • Those hungry for a fresh take on zombies will devour this delicious novel infused with Haitian folklore
  • "A visceral exploration of class and race that will leave you craving justice" (Booklist)
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Media mentions for The Summer I Ate the Rich by Maritza Moulite and Maika MouliteMEDIA MENTIONS:People, Paste, Reactor, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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Book cover for Fearless by Lauren Roberts
Sarah J. Maas meets Red Queen in this USA Today bestseller
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • The hotly anticipated conclusion to a series that's taking BookTok by storm
  • As Paedyn and Kai reunite and return to the Kingdom of Ilya, they face a terrible decision with far-reaching consequences
  • Already has over 50,000 five-star Goodreads ratings — and counting
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Media mentions for Fearless by Lauren RobertsMEDIA MENTIONS:TODAY Show, People, Paste, Publishers Weekly
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Book cover for Murder Between Friends by Liz Lawson
Twists and turns abound in this 'deliciously suspenseful' thriller (Kathleen Glasgow)
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • After their neighbor was murdered years ago, the fallout tore best friends Grace, Henry, and Ally apart. But now, a shocking revelation will force them to face the past…
  • "A slick and twisty mystery with a gut punch of a final chapter, Murder Between Friends begs to be read in a single sitting" (Kara Thomas, author of The Cheerleaders)
  • From the New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Agathas
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Media mentions for Murder Between Friends by Liz LawsonMEDIA MENTIONS:Paste, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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Book cover for Somadina by Akwaeke Emezi
When her twin is kidnapped, Somadina embarks on a treacherous journey to find him
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • From a National Book Award finalist hailed as "one of literature's most dynamic authors" (School Library Journal)
  • As she navigates her strange new powers, Somadina travels through the dangerous Sacred Forest — and must find the strength to survive
  • "Magic is packed into every corner" (Kirkus Reviews) of this breathtaking fantasy inspired by West African culture
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Media mentions for Somadina by Akwaeke EmeziMEDIA MENTIONS:Forbes, Reactor, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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Book cover for The Floating World by Axie Oh
If you love Shadow and Bone, pick up this breathtaking romantasy
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • After an attack leads acrobat Ren to unleash her hidden powers, she embarks on a quest to save her beloved uncle. But ex-soldier Sunho is tracking her…
  • The New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea delivers a dark, enchanting tale steeped in Korean folklore
  • "A grand adventure that perfectly balances romance and humor, set in a uniquely magical world" (#1 New York Times bestselling author Judy I. Lin)
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Media mentions for The Floating World by Axie OhMEDIA MENTIONS:Paste, Reactor, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal
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Book cover for Roll for Love by M. K. England
A Dungeons & Dragons romance leads to real-life feelings
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • When Harper moves across the country, she joins a D&D campaign with Ollie, her ex–best friend and first crush…
  • Fans of Becky Albertalli and Dungeons and Drama will want to pick up this second-chance queer romance
  • "I read this book in one sitting and adored every second of it.… The perfect blend of nerd culture and rom-com goodness" (Beth Revis)
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Media mentions for Roll for Love by M. K. EnglandMEDIA MENTIONS:Reactor, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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Book cover for The Corruption of Hollis Brown by K. Ancrum
Hollis never expects to fall in love with the ghost that's possessing him…
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Feeling trapped in his struggling rural town, Hollis crosses paths with enigmatic Walt — a spirit who takes over Hollis's mind and body. But as they grow closer, they must figure out how to preserve their relationship
  • Starred reviews from Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal
  • Romance, thriller, and supernatural horror collide in this genre-bending read
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Media mentions for The Corruption of Hollis Brown by K. AncrumMEDIA MENTIONS:Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, BookPage, School Library Journal
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Book cover for Boys with Sharp Teeth by Jenni Howell
Enter an elite boarding school teeming with dark, deadly secrets
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • After her cousin's body is found on the grounds of Huntsworth Academy, Marin infiltrates the school to investigate. But two handsome, mysterious students complicate everything…
  • "Fans of heady, twisty dark academia tales" will love this instant New York Times bestseller (Publishers Weekly)
  • "A stunningly lush, utterly compelling, darkly beautiful debut!" (New York Times bestselling author Ginny Myers Sain)
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Media mentions for Boys with Sharp Teeth by Jenni HowellMEDIA MENTIONS:Paste, Reactor, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews
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Book cover for Right Beside You by Tucker Shaw
How do you decide between two loves — in different centuries?
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • When his great-aunt's mysterious camera sends him back in time to the 1930s, Eddie starts to fall for enigmatic Francis. But in the present day, baker Theo catches his attention
  • "Deeply moving and thoroughly engrossing" (Kirkus Reviews starred review)
  • Fans of You've Reached Sam should pick up this speculative queer romance that's full of heart
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Media mentions for Right Beside You by Tucker ShawMEDIA MENTIONS:Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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