Can you recommend young adult historical fiction books with strong female characters?
Yes. 'I Am Malala' is all about Malala Yousafzai, a very strong female. She fought for girls' education in Pakistan in the face of great danger. 'The Girl with the Pearl Earring' by Tracy Chevalier has Griet, a maid who has her own strength and personality in a 17th - century Dutch household. 'Out of the Dust' has Billie Jo, a girl who endures the Dust Bowl era and tries to keep her family and herself together through difficult times.
Can you recommend any 2017 young adult historical fiction with strong female characters?
Yes. 'The Hazel Wood' has a strong female lead. The protagonist, Alice, has to face a world full of strange and dangerous fairy - tale like situations. She is resourceful and uses her wits to survive. This is set in a world with a sort of historical - fairy - tale blend. And in 'The Inexplicable Logic of My Life', the female characters, including the mother figure, are strong. They contribute to the understanding of family history and the cultural heritage of the Mexican - American community, which is an important part of the historical aspect of the story.
Can you recommend young adult fiction romantic books with strong female characters?
Sure. 'The Hunger Games' trilogy by Suzanne Collins has Katniss Everdeen, a very strong female character. While it's mainly a dystopian adventure, there is a romantic subplot involving Peeta. 'Divergent' by Veronica Roth also features Tris, a strong - willed girl. Her relationship with Four is part of the story. And 'Red Queen' by Victoria Aveyard has Mare, who is strong and her love story with Cal is an important part of the book.
Can you recommend realistic fiction young adult books with strong female characters?
Sure. 'Divergent' by Veronica Roth has Tris, a very strong female character. She defies the norms of her society and shows great courage and determination. Another is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. Katniss is a symbol of strength, as she volunteers to take her sister's place in the deadly games and fights for her life and the lives of others.
Can you recommend young adult fiction vampire books with strong female characters?
Yes. 'The Morganville Vampires' series has Claire Danvers. She's a smart and brave girl who manages to survive and thrive in a town full of vampires. She uses her intelligence to outwit the vampires and make a place for herself. Also, in 'Shiver' by Maggie Stiefvater, the female characters are strong in their own ways. They deal with the supernatural elements in their lives, be it the werewolves or the vampire - like themes, with courage and determination.
Can you recommend young adult christian fiction books with strong female characters?
Sure. 'Hinds' Feet on High Places' is a great example. The main character, Much - Afraid, is on a journey of spiritual growth. She overcomes many obstacles and her character development shows strength and determination in the face of difficulties, all while being guided by Christian values.
Can you recommend young adult fiction fairy tale books with strong female characters?
Definitely. 'Cinder' from 'The Lunar Chronicles' is a strong female character. She's a cyborg who rises above her circumstances and plays a crucial role in the story. She has to deal with discrimination but still manages to be brave and resourceful.
Can you recommend young adult fiction LGBT books that have strong female characters?
Sure. 'Ash' by Malinda Lo is a great one. The main character, Ash, is a young girl who falls in love with another girl. It's a retelling of the Cinderella story with an LGBT twist. Ash is a strong character who defies the norms of her society to follow her heart.
Can you recommend any Christian theology young adult fiction books with strong female characters?
Yes. 'A Voice in the Wind' from Francine Rivers' 'The Mark of the Lion' series has strong female characters. The main character, Hadassah, is a Jewish slave who remains steadfast in her faith in a difficult situation. Another is 'The Girl Who Could See' which features a young girl with special abilities who uses her faith to navigate through various challenges. Also, in 'Hinds' Feet on High Places', the main character, Much - Afraid, though initially timid, grows into a strong figure through her spiritual journey.
Can you recommend science fiction adult books with strong female characters?
Sure. 'The Hunger Games' trilogy by Suzanne Collins features Katniss Everdeen, a strong and resourceful female character. She has to survive in a brutal, post - apocalyptic world where she participates in a deadly game. Another is 'Ancillary Justice' by Ann Leckie. The main character, Breq, is a former spaceship AI in a human body, and she is on a quest for justice in a complex galactic empire.
Can you recommend young adult books historical fiction about female protagonists?
Sure. 'A Long Walk to Water' is a great one. It's based on a true story of a young Sudanese girl's journey. 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank is also very well - known. It shows the life of a young Jewish girl during the Holocaust. And 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon' has a strong female lead in a magical historical - like setting.