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Along for the Ride
by Sarah Dessen
Auden hasn't truly slept in years, ever since her parents' marriage crumbled. Now, a chance for a fresh start arrives: a carefree summer with her dad and his new family in a charming beach town. This is her opportunity to finally experience the vibrant teenage life she missed. Working at a local boutique, Auden discovers the exhilarating world of girl talk, genuine friendships, and first crushes—a world she was too busy being 'perfect' to explore. Then she meets Eli, an intriguing insomniac and fellow night owl who becomes her guide to the town's hidden nocturnal wonders. Together, Auden and Eli embark on a journey of self-discovery. Auden seeks the freedom of a normal adolescence, while Eli grapples with a past tragedy. In her signature, heartfelt style, bestselling author Sarah Dessen masterfully weaves a poignant story about two lonely souls finding connection, healing, and the courage to live.
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Lock and Key
by Sarah Dessen
Ruby has always been fiercely independent, relying on no one but herself. But when her mother mysteriously vanishes, Ruby's world is turned upside down. Sent to live with her older sister, Cora, Ruby finds herself in a beautiful new home, attending private school, and, for the first time, seeing a real future ahead. There's even Nate, the adorable and sweet boy next door. Everything seems perfect. So why does Ruby feel so cautious? And why is Nate keeping his distance? Ruby soon learns that sometimes, to truly save yourself, you have to open up and let others in.
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Backward Glass
by David Lomax
In 1977, Kenny Maxwell's dread of moving turns to wonder when he discovers a mummified baby and a desperate plea within his family's crumbling Victorian home: "Help me stop him." Soon, Luka appears, revealing the backward glass—a mirror for time travel. They join other "mirror kids," but a chilling urban legend becomes reality: Prince Harming, a child killer, is hunting them. Stranded in the past, Kenny must find courage to alter a baby's fate and face his own destiny.
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North of Beautiful
by Justina Chen
“Why not fix your face?” Terra Cooper can’t forget the cutting question. Tall, blond, and with an enviable figure, Terra is hard to ignore—until she turns her cheek, revealing an unmistakably 'flawed' face. Secretly planning an escape from her stifling Northwest hometown to an East Coast college, Terra's carefully laid plans are derailed by her controlling father. But an unexpected encounter with Jacob, a handsome yet quirky Goth boy, challenges her deepest assumptions about herself and life, pushing her in a surprising new direction. With her future uncertain, will Terra find her true path and discover what real beauty means? Award-winning author Justina Chen Headley masterfully weaves a powerful young adult novel about fractured families, first love, self-acceptance, and the journey to redefine beauty.
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Uglies
by Scott Westerfeld
In a world where everyone is stunningly beautiful, normal is ugly! Tally can't wait until her sixteenth birthday, when she'll become Pretty. Sixteen is when the change happens—from repulsive Ugly to unbelievably attractive Pretty. It's the day you're catapulted into the high-tech paradise of the city center, where your only job is to have amazing fun! Tally's just weeks away from turning sixteen... But Tally's new friend, Shay, isn't so sure she wants to become Pretty. She'd rather try to live outside the city. The authorities offer Tally the worst possible choice: find her friend and betray her, or never become Pretty. Tally's choice will change her view of the world forever.
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The Princess Diaries
by Meg Cabot
Mia Thermopolis is utterly convinced there's nothing worse than being a five-foot-nine, flat-chested freshman, especially when she's flunking Algebra. But her ordinary high school life is about to get a massive royal surprise! First, her mom announces she's dating Mia's Algebra teacher. Then, her estranged dad drops a bombshell: he's the crown prince of Genovia, making Mia a real-life princess overnight. And guess who *still* doesn't have a date for the Cultural Diversity Dance? Dive into this hilarious coming-of-age story about a teen princess navigating royal duties and high school drama.
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Matched
by Ally Condie
In the Society, everything is decided for you: who you love, where you work, even when you die. Cassia has always trusted the Society's choices. It's a small price to pay for a long life, a perfect career, and an ideal partner. When her best friend appears on her Matching screen, Cassia knows he's the one… until another face flickers across the screen. Now, Cassia must choose between Xander and Ky, between the only life she's ever known and a dangerous path, between perfection and passion. Matched is a timeless story for today.
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Extras
by Scott Westerfeld
In a world obsessed with fame, where 'tech-heads' flaunt their gadgets, 'kickers' spread gossip, and every moment is monitored by millions of cameras. It's a giant reality TV show where popularity is currency, and everyone else is just an extra. For fifteen-year-old Aya Fuse, with a face rank of 451,369, being a nobody in this high-stakes social hierarchy is a harsh reality. But when she stumbles upon a secret clique of girls performing dangerous, thrilling stunts, Aya sees her chance. If she can 'kick' their story, her popularity rating could skyrocket. Aya is convinced she's destined for the spotlight, but is she truly prepared for the instant fame, celebrity, and extreme danger that come with it in this compelling dystopian YA adventure?
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