Another great unknown YA novel is 'Dumplin'' by Julie Murphy. It's a story about a plus - size girl who enters a beauty pageant, challenging the norms of beauty and self - acceptance. It's full of heart, humor, and important messages about body image and self - love.
I would also recommend 'We Are Okay' by Nina LaCour. This novel is about a girl dealing with grief and the complex emotions that come with it. The writing is beautiful and it delves deep into themes of friendship, love, and loss in a way that is both poignant and relatable for young adult readers.
Sure. 'Ella Minnow Pea' by Mark Dunn has an underlying sweet romance. The story is mainly about a community's language crisis, but the relationship between the main characters is quite charming. Then there's 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' which has a beautiful romance set against the backdrop of post - World War II. And 'The House in the Cerulean Sea' by TJ Klune has a heartwarming, somewhat underrated, love story within its pages.
Sure. 'Daisy Jones & The Six' is a great 2019 YA novel. It's written in an interview - style format and tells the story of a fictional rock band in the 70s. It's really engaging and gives you a feel for the music scene of that era. Another is 'A Curse So Dark and Lonely' which is a Beauty and the Beast - inspired story with a strong female lead and an interesting take on the classic fairy tale.
One of the best from 2020 is 'Legendborn' by Tracy Deonn. This book takes Arthurian legend and gives it a modern, diverse twist. It's about a girl who discovers a secret society at her university that's based on the legend of King Arthur. There are magic, mystery, and great character development throughout the story.
The ability to tackle important but often overlooked topics is another aspect. 'We Are Okay' deals with grief in a very real and raw way that is not always seen in YA. These novels don't shy away from difficult emotions and experiences, which can make them stand out to readers who are looking for something more profound and thought - provoking in their YA reads.
'Sadie' by Courtney Summers is a gripping YA mystery. It's told in an interesting format, alternating between a podcast and Sadie's own story as she goes on a journey to avenge her sister's death. It's a dark and emotional mystery that really draws you in.
Sure. 'Cemetery Boys' by Aiden Thomas is a great new YA novel. It has a unique story with a touch of the supernatural and explores themes of identity and acceptance.
Well, 'With the Fire on High' by Elizabeth Acevedo is also wonderful. It follows a teen mom who is an amazing cook. The story is set against the backdrop of her high school life and her dreams of a future in the culinary world, while also dealing with the challenges of being a young mother in the latinx community.
Sure. 'A Tale of Two Castles' by Gail Carson Levine. It's a story that combines elements of mystery, magic and self - discovery. Set in a French - inspired world, it follows the journey of a young girl who has to use her wits to survive and figure out the secrets of the two castles in the land.
Sure. 'The Mortal Instruments' series is a great YA fantasy. It has a complex world of shadowhunters, demons, and magic. The story follows Clary as she discovers this hidden world and her own role in it. There are lots of cool characters and an interesting plot.
Sure. 'City of Bones' by Cassandra Clare. It's part of 'The Mortal Instruments' series. It has a cool mix of angels, demons, and shadowhunters. The story follows Clary as she discovers this hidden world and her own powers.