This month’s best new YA

 
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This Month's Best New YA
 
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Book cover for The Rules of Royalty by Cale Dietrich
The Princess Diaries meets Red, White & Royal Blue
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • When an American teen discovers he's the heir to a European country, he finds a royal tutor in the prince of a neighboring kingdom… and sparks fly
  • A delicious slow-burn romance in a glitzy, high-society setting
  • "Everything about it — its tantalizing premise, its highly engaging plot, its to-die-for characters — is practically perfect" (Booklist starred review)
FEATURED IN:
Parade, Paste, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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Book cover for Dust by Alison Stine
'An immediate classic that holds its own alongside the greats of American Literature' (K. Ancrum)
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Because of her parents' extremist views, Thea — who is partially deaf — is isolated from the outside world. But an unexpected new friendship changes everything…
  • Set in an alternate Colorado ravaged by dust storms and water shortages
  • "A thoughtful, sincere exploration of climate change and disability" (BookPage)
FEATURED IN:
Los Angeles Times, Paste, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, BookPage, School Library Journal, Literary Hub
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Book cover for Heavenly Tyrant by Xiran Jay Zhao
An unforgettable sci-fi adventure steeped in Chinese history
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • The hotly anticipated sequel to #1 New York Times bestseller Iron Widow
  • In her quest for liberation and vengeance, ruler Zetian must share power with a dangerous man — and ignite a revolution
  • Featuring "impressive world-building" and "tense and engrossing action sequences" (School Library Journal)
FEATURED IN:
Locus, Reactor, School Library Journal
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Book cover for A Cruel Thirst by Angela Montoya
What happens when a vampire huntress falls for an irresistible vampire?
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Carolina vows to slay a bloodthirsty monster — but when she meets vampire Lalo, they join forces to break a centuries-old curse
  • "A vivid world beautifully woven with Latinx lore… A sparkling addition to the romantasy shelves" (Amélie Wen Zhao)
  • Named a Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2024
  • Perfect for fans of Serpent & Dove
FEATURED IN:
Paste, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist
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Book cover for Ex Marks the Spot by Gloria Chao
Two exes embark on a treasure hunt through Taiwan — and find a second chance at love
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • "Smart and utterly swoon-worthy… It's impossible not to fall in love with this book" (Ann Liang)
  • To gain her inheritance, Gemma heads to Taipei to solve her grandfather's puzzles — but she'll need the help of her rival and former boyfriend, Xander
  • A moving story about family, culture, and self-acceptance
FEATURED IN:
Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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Book cover for What the Woods Took by Courtney Gould
If you loved Wilder Girls, pick up this chilling novel
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • During a wilderness therapy program, a group of teens becomes trapped in a forest full of monsters — who want to take their places…
  • An "excellent addition to the roster of queer YA horror" (BookPage)
  • Rave reviews from Ava Reid and Trang Thanh Tran
FEATURED IN:
Locus, Parade, Paste, Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, BookPage, School Library Journal
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Book cover for You're Dead to Me by Amy Christine Parker
When your entire high school wants you dead, how do you find your own killer?
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • After she's exposed for running an anonymous gossip account, Ruby is haunted by her own ghost — and has one week to stop her future murder
  • "Twists and jump scares keep coming in this taut, fast-paced work that will keep readers up at night" (Kirkus Reviews)
  • Set in a claustrophobic small town teeming with dark secrets
FEATURED IN:
Paste, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal
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Book cover for My Fairy God Somebody by Charlene Allen
A stunning coming-of-age story from 'a voice not soon to be forgotten' (Tiffany D. Jackson)
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • When Clae arrives in New York City for a summer journalism program, she sets out to unravel the mysteries of her family's past
  • "A richly drawn story that explores the precarious construction of identity" (Kirkus Reviews starred review)
  • A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection
FEATURED IN:
Paste, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, School Library Journal
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Book cover for Dating and Dragons by Kristy Boyce
During her Dungeons & Dragons campaign, will Quinn roll the dice on love?
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Quinn can't help but fall for Logan, the cute guy in her strict D&D group — but he's completely off-limits!
  • From the author of Dungeons and Drama
  • Complete with "wonderful world-building" (Kirkus Reviews), game nights, and a matchmaking grandma!
FEATURED IN:
Cosmopolitan, Kirkus Reviews
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Book cover for The Party by Natasha Preston
A group of friends arrives at an isolated English castle — and then one of them dies…
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Amid a raging storm and a rising body count, can Bessie identify a killer?
  • From a #1 New York Times bestselling author known for her twist-filled thrillers
  • This story of a secret party gone horribly awry is the perfect read for a cozy night in
FEATURED IN:
Paste, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal
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