School’s out for summer which means reading multiple books at a time is the new norm. From fantasy to romance to historical fiction and sequels and debuts, there’s something for every reader among these young adult titles.

Better Must Come by Desmond Hall (6/4)

A high stakes thriller told from alternating perspectives takes readers to Jamaica. Deja is a “barrel girl” or someone whose family sends clothing, food, and other supplies in barrels from the US or Canada. Meanwhile Gabriel finds himself mixed up with the wrong crowd and searching for a way out. When the two meet at a party, Gabriel sees Deja has his golden ticket but when Deja comes across a boat with a wounded man onboard things take a turn for the worst. Now both are willing to do anything to stay alive.

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Louder Than Words by Ashley Woodfolk and Lexi Underwood (6/4)

This year is a new beginning for Jordyn Jones at her new school, Edgewood High, with new friends and new opportunities. The person she was and the things that happened are in the past. Unfortunately, everyone at her new school knows exactly who she is. Despite this minor setback, Jordyn is determined to find her people and becomes friends with the soccer star, Izaiah, who also loved art. Things are finally feeling balanced when an anonymous podcast exposes secrets about students at Edgewood everything is off kilter…again.

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The Color of a Lie by Kim Johnson (6/11)

Kim Johnson is back with another thriller examining the Black experience in 1950s America. When Calvin and his family flee to an all-white town after surviving a tragedy in Chicago, his father instructs everyone to pass for white and stay under the radar. Sure passing has helped Calvin get things in the past but he desperately wants to be himself, his true self. As Calvin makes friends with friends outside of his all-white town, things get complicated fast, and when Calvin learns the history of the all-white town he’s not so sure passing for white is worth it anymore.

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Of Jade and Dragons by Amber Chen (6/18)

The first book in the Fall of the Dragon series by Amber Chen follows Aihui Ying, an 18-year-old who aspires to become an engineer like her dad. Things take an unexpected turn when Ying’s father is murdered leaving her with his journal, jade pendant, and unanswered questions. With the help of the eighth prince, Aogiya Ye-gang, Ying dresses as her brother to gain entry into the engineer guild’s male-only apprenticeship. The answers she had hoped to find land Ying in a precarious position, putting her life in danger.

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Sleep Like Death by Kalynn Bayron (6/25)

Cinderella is Dead fans are in for a treat. Kalynn Bayron returns with Sleep Like Death, a Snow White retelling that will sweep readers off their feet. Eve has been training her entire life to defeat the Knight and finally stop his wicked ways. But when Queen Regina starts acting differently, Eve second guesses her abilities to save her kingdom.

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Reckless by Lauren Roberts (7/2)

Powerless had readers in a chokehold and it’s safe to expect the same when the sequel, Reckless, hits shelves this summer. This high-stakes fantasy romance left readers clutching their pearls as Paedyn Gray survived the Purging Trials and killed the King. Now she’s on the run from Kai, the last person she wants to be fighting but he is the Enforcer. With limited options, it’s hard to tell if love will prevail.

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Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManus (7/30)

The Queen of young adult thrillers returns with a mother-daughter duo and a deadly heist. Kat and her mom, Jamie, are all each other has. Sure, Jamie was married for 48 hours to some guy and Kat had a temporary step brother, Liam, but besides that it’s just been Kat and Jamie. Before Jamie leaves the life as a jewel thief there’s one final job she has to complete at the birthday party of billionaire, Ross Sutherland. Kat joins her mother for what should be a quick and easy job, but their plans quickly go awry when they run into Liam and his father who have sinister plans of their own.

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The Truth According to Ember by Danica Nava (8/6)

Witty banter, little lies, and juicy scandal make The Truth According to Ember a captivating novel for readers. Ember Lee Cardinal hasn’t had the best luck with job applications and after her 37th rejection, she decides to improvise by answering the ethnicity question differently. Instead of selecting Native American, Ember goes with white and this seems to do the trick. She now has her dream job as an accountant on Park Avenue in Oklahoma City, she’s crushing on the cute IT guy and it’s most definitely mutual, so what’s not to love? As life would have it, things hit the fan when Ember and cute IT guy are caught by a colleague and as the lies multiply, Ember is forced to make a decision that may shatter this fairy tale.

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Not Nothing by Gayle Foreman (8/27)

This delightful middle grade novel is a wonderful reminder of how we are always learning from one another and small acts can make a difference. For Alex, life has been tough and he recently moved in with his aunt and uncle and their indifference is palpable. Feeling forgotten, Alex’s temper reaches new heights when a kid at school tells him he’s nothing. What could have been a horrible situation turns out to be a lesson when Alex is sent to volunteer at a nursing home and meets two people who completely change his outlook on life.

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Don’t Let It Break Your Heart by Maggie Horne (8/27)

High school is difficult enough but when Alana comes out as lesbian, her romantic relationship with her long-time best friend, Gray, is  officially over. Thankfully, Gray sees this as the perfect opportunity for Alana to help him meet new girls. Case in point, his new crush, Talia. This should be easy enough but as Alana gets to know Talia, Alana realizes she may have real feelings for Talia. Of course, now the dilemma is following her heart or being loyal to her best friend.

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