Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
A masterfully crafted, heart-pounding YA thriller that beautifully weaves cultural heritage with gripping suspense! Daunis Fontaine is the fierce, brilliant, and unforgettable hero secondary literature has been waiting for. Angeline Boulley delivers a groundbreaking mystery of justice and identity that will intensely engage teens and leave them completely breathless.
With lyrical storytelling and stunning illustrations, The Year We Learned to Fly celebrates imagination, resilience, and the power of believing in yourself. Jacqueline Woodson and Rafael López create an uplifting story that encourages young readers to rise above challenges, embrace their identities, and recognize the strength found in family, heritage, and hope.
Ever wonder what happens after the Chosen One fulfills the prophecy? F.T. Lukens tackles the aftermath in this delightfully self-aware, queer fantasy romantic comedy. While seasoned fantasy fans might find the plot predictable and the prose simple, its refreshing diversity, joyful LGBTQ+ representation, and cozy, low-stakes humor make it an uplifting choice.
The stunning conclusion to the American Royals series delivers high-stakes drama, political maneuvering, and intense romance. Perfect for high school readers, this finale tracks powerful women fighting for autonomy within a fractured monarchy.
Unpack a sun-soaked journey of art and identity! Mark Crilley’s My Last Summer with Cass is an emotionally poignant, graphic novel masterpiece that captures the nostalgic highs and heartbreaking lows of adolescent friendship. Seamlessly shifting between past and present, this highly relatable coming-of-age story explores trust, personal growth, and change.