A young woman named Mercy navigates life and faith after her mother's death.
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A teenage boy named Alex grapples with his faith and scientific beliefs after a mysterious event occurs in his town.
A young woman named Sarah enters a high-stakes poker tournament to save her family's business, facing rivals and unexpected challenges.
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Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson
Mitch Albom · 1994
Concern37MixedVirtue53Rich
Journalist Mitch Albom reconnects with his former college professor, Morrie Schwartz, who is dying of ALS, for a final series of weekly lessons on how to live and die well.
Two childhood friends, now estranged, find their way back to each other through shared memories and a journey of reconciliation.
A young boy named Jack travels from Nova Scotia to visit his grandmother in Newfoundland, experiencing the joys and challenges of family and growing up.
Two teenagers from different social circles navigate their complicated feelings for each other amidst academic pressures and personal discoveries.
Two rivals pretend to be in a relationship to make their exes jealous, but their fake dating starts to feel real.
A young man grapples with his identity and his place in the world as he navigates a challenging summer job.
Two teens with contrasting personalities are forced to work together on a project, leading to unexpected friendship and romance.
This is a story about a young boy named Asher who is dealing with the aftermath of a shooting and his journey towards healing.
A teenage girl investigates the disappearance of her mother years ago, uncovering secrets in her hometown.
A teenage boy deals with the aftermath of his brother's death and the secrets surrounding it.
A teenage girl named Alex navigates the challenges of high school, friendships, and her passion for competitive racing.
A group of teenagers navigates the complexities of love, loss, and finding their place in the world during a summer in New York City.
This novel explores the complex emotional lives of teenagers dealing with family issues, friendships, and the transition to adulthood.
A teenage girl grapples with the aftermath of a tragic event and the complex emotions surrounding it.
A young woman returns to her hometown and navigates complicated relationships and her future.
A plus-size teenager grapples with her body image, friendships, and a budding romance in this contemporary story.
A group of teenagers are forced to confront their prejudices and work together when they are stranded in a remote wilderness.
Frannie and Tru, two teenagers from different backgrounds, form an unlikely friendship over the summer.
A woman working in a male-dominated field navigates workplace challenges and finds unexpected romance.
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The DUFF: Designated Ugly Fat Friend (Hamilton High, #1)
Kody Keplinger · 2010
Concern25MildVirtue8Thin
Bianca is labeled the DUFF, the Designated Ugly Fat Friend, by her classmates and uses this label to her advantage. She makes a deal with her crush, Wesley, to help him get closer to her best friend, Jess.
This novel follows the intertwined lives of two teenage girls, Righty and Lefty, as they navigate friendships, family, and self-discovery in their suburban town.
This novel follows the experiences of a teenage girl navigating friendships, romance, and self-discovery. It explores themes of identity and belonging.
A group of teens at a murder mystery party must solve a real murder that occurs during the event.
Gretchen Yee is a shy art student who is unexpectedly transformed into a fly, allowing her to spy on the boys' locker room.
A high school student wakes up with amnesia and must piece together her past, navigating friendships, family, and a new identity.
A group of teenagers in a small town grapple with secrets, trauma, and the search for belonging.
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This Is Why We Lie: A Gripping YA Murder Mystery of Lies and Deceit in a Small Town
Concern33MixedVirtue11Thin
A group of teens investigates a murder in their small town, uncovering secrets and lies.
Rachel Spinelli is a new student who gets into a fight with the narrator, leading to unexpected consequences.
A group of rebellious teens are sent to a wilderness camp where they must confront their pasts and learn to work together.
A high school student navigates the complexities of relationships, popularity, and self-discovery in a competitive environment.