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• The Testing

  Charbonneau, Joelle

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  "Interesting, want to read more and more to find out what happens next. You get adventure and see what characters are willing to do to save their future." - submitted by 13yo teen of Krystal, Library administration

• Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up With Me

  Tamaki, Mariko

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  "It gives a realistic view into LGBTQIA+ relationships. Many YA books concentrate on the warm and fuzzy, but all relationships can be messy. The message of the book teaches that you can be in love with someone and recognize that they aren't good for…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Blue Period. 1

  Yamaguchi, Tsubasa

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  "A series about getting into art school portrayed with the same (or maybe more) intensity of a sports manga. Characters are cool but also full of doubt and uncertainty; they're just human. And that teacher just brings joy to my life. And the art…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Galaxy

  the Prettiest Star

  Axelrod, Jadzia

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  "This book is unapologetically queer. Taelyr/Galaxy is the "Galaxy Crowned" from the planet Cyandii. Her story is unique and different from any superhero/super powered story I have ever read. As Taelyr grows into her true identity, she gains…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Iron Widow

  Zhao, Xiran Jay,

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  "It's Pacific Rim meets the Handmaid's Tale, which sounds like it's insane but it WORKS. The protagonist is one of the best written female characters I've ever seen in a YA novel. The setting is really unique, being a blend of sci-fi fantasy and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• This Poison Heart

  Bayron, Kalynn

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  Part of a series. "It's a black girl magic novel with diverse characters and an unexpected ending-page turner!!" - Sydney, ImaginOn

• Confessions of An Alleged Good Girl

  Goffney, Joya,

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  "This a great read to empower young women to be comfortable in their bodies and covers sex education." - Kyetra, Myers Park Library

• Six Crimson Cranes

  Lim, Elizabeth

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  "A fun retelling of "The Wild Swans" with the author's love of Sailor Moon mixed in. If you love dragons, curse-breaking quests, and the power of friendship you'll love this book". -Laura, South Boulevard Library

• Truly Devious

  Johnson, Maureen, 1973-

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  Current favorite YA mystery series. - Valerie, South County Library

• Batter Royale

  Adams, Leisl

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  "Cute, quick read about a baking reality show!" - Angela, Cornelius Library

• Beasts of Prey

  Gray, Ayana

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  "This is an adventurous novel and focuses on three very different young people. Their world is full of magic, classism, and their community’s religion. It kept me guessing as the plot introduces Koffi and Ekon to friends and foes in the jungle and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Before We Disappear

  Hutchinson, Shaun David

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  "The Prestige with teens, but not really. There's magic! Set at the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, gay teens figure out love, family, and relationships." - Chris, Mint Hill Library

• Huda F Are You

  Fahmy, Huda

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  "I loved this graphic novel that combines humor and truth to describe growing up as a Muslim teen, how she chooses to wear hijab, and how it ponders the incomprehensible identity question of Who Am I? Give me more of this author!" - Kara, South…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Caraval

  Garber, Stephanie,

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  "This book is the perfect mix of magic and romance in a one of a kind setting. I highly recommend for anyone who wants to be swept away." - Leah, Mountain Island Library

• Pride

  Zoboi, Ibi

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  "I recommend listening to the audiobook, read by Elizabeth Acevedo. It's a fantastic Pride and Prejudice retelling set in contemporary NYC and Elizabeth Acevedo adds a near-lyricism to the prose that was a delight to listen to." - Marie, Davidson…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Cat Massage Therapy. 2

  Hisakawa, Haru

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  "Is school life getting too hard? What if you could get relax at the paws of massage therapists? This book is a must-read for animal lovers and slice-of-life fans. -Homer, South Boulevard Library

• Me (Moth)

  McBride, Amber

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  One of my favorite books that I have read for a long time, Me (Moth), drew me in from the first page, and left me with my jaw slack from the surprise at the ending. Although the book is a novel-in-verse, it didn't really read like one. As I was…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Ace of Shades

  Foody, Amanda,

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  1st in the The Shadow Game Trilogy - "It had a refreshing twist on the magic/cyberpunk dystopian world that offers some uniqueness. It blends the idea of magic in a fast past Vegas like town where the stakes are high but the risk is half the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Problem With the Other Side

  Ivery, Kwame, 1972-

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  "The book addresses things that teens deal with while in high school including relationship drama, friendship and student government with a twist." - Sydney, ImaginOn

• Love Times Infinity

  Clarke, Lane

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  "This was a fantastic debut! This author tackles some difficult yet relevant topics and has strong teen characters that talk about their mental health/getting help through therapy." - Kyetra, Myers Park Library