Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Chloe Green has spent four years surviving a school where she never quite fit in, all while battling her biggest rival, the flawless Shara Wheeler, for valedictorian. Then, just weeks before graduation, Shara kisses Chloe… and disappears without a trace. Funny, romantic, and full of twists, this is a thrilling story about taking risks, breaking rules, and discovering who you really are.
Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general―also known as her tough-as-talons mother―has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders.
Dive into a deadly game of magic, secrets, and survival! In her five-star review of Alex Aster’s #1 bestseller Lightlark, Patricia Ranieri shares how this enchanting YA fantasy captured her imagination. With a strong female lead, gripping plot twists, and a sweeping romance, it’s a must-read for fans of Iron Flame. Read on to discover why this upcoming movie adaptation belongs on your bookshelf!
Fueled by sharp wit and undeniable chemistry, Lynn Painter’s Betting on You features a delightful enemies-to-lovers story set against a kooky hotel waterpark backdrop. When old acquaintances Bailey and Charlie reunite as coworkers, a series of romantic bets and a fake-dating scheme blur the lines between friendship and a crush. A charming, banter-heavy contemporary young adult romance that high school readers will readily devour.
Swoon-worthy summer reading! To catch the eye of her returning childhood crush, rom-com-obsessed Liz Buxbaum strikes a deal with her irritating next-door enemy, Wes Bennett. Packed with sparkling banter, classic tropes, and incredible slow-burn tension, it is the ultimate lighthearted palace-cleanser for high school readers.