Darcy Barrett has always had a knack for falling in love with the wrong guy, but her twin brother’s best friend, Tom Valeska, was the exception. He’s perfect—except for being off-limits. When Darcy inherits a rundown cottage and Tom shows up to help renovate, old sparks reignite. Amidst sawdust and paint, Darcy must decide if she’s ready to risk her heart for the one man who’s always been just out of reach.
Bernadette Fox is a brilliant architect turned reclusive Seattle mom, known for her razor-sharp wit and agoraphobic tendencies. When she suddenly disappears before a family trip to Antarctica, her 15-year-old daughter Bee embarks on a hilarious and touching quest to find her. Through emails, official documents, and Bee’s narration, we unravel the mystery of Bernadette’s past and present, exploring themes of creativity, motherhood, and the chaos of modern life. Semple’s satirical yet heartfelt novel will make you laugh, cry, and ponder the complexities of family dynamics.
Rosie and Penn’s family seems perfect: five rambunctious boys and two loving parents. But their youngest, Claude, has a secret. He wants to be a girl. As Claude’s journey unfolds, the family grapples with acceptance, fear, and the complexities of raising a transgender child. Frankel’s tender prose weaves a tale of unconditional love, challenging societal norms, and the lengths parents will go to protect their children. This poignant story will tug at your heartstrings and leave you pondering the true meaning of family long after the last page.
Maverick Carter’s life is a balancing act. At seventeen, he’s juggling school, slinging drugs for the King Lords, and caring for his newborn son. When tragedy strikes close to home, Mav faces tough choices that could change everything. As he navigates fatherhood, loyalty, and the weight of his community’s expectations, Mav discovers inner strength he never knew he had. This raw, powerful story of growth and resilience will leave you rooting for Mav long after the last page.
Sixteen-year-old Bri dreams of becoming a rapper, following in her father’s footsteps. But with her mom struggling to make ends meet and her family on the brink of homelessness, Bri’s rhymes become more than just music—they’re her ticket to survival. As she navigates the cutthroat world of hip-hop, Bri faces tough choices that could make or break her future. Thomas’s raw, authentic voice shines through in this powerful story of ambition, identity, and the price of chasing your dreams.
Lia’s world shattered when her best friend Cassie died. Now, haunted by Cassie’s ghost and battling her own demons, Lia struggles with anorexia and self-harm. Anderson’s raw, poetic prose captures the aching emptiness and desperate hunger of a girl caught between life and death. As Lia spirals deeper into her illness, readers are drawn into her fractured mind, feeling every painful step of her journey. A haunting, unflinching look at the devastating effects of eating disorders.
Sixteen-year-old Aza Holmes grapples with anxiety and obsessive thoughts while navigating the murky waters of friendship, love, and self-discovery. When a local billionaire disappears, Aza and her best friend Daisy embark on a quest to solve the mystery, leading Aza to reconnect with her childhood crush. Green’s poignant exploration of mental illness is both heart-wrenching and hopeful, offering a raw glimpse into the mind of a teenager struggling to find her place in a world that often feels overwhelming.
In this haunting tale, Lowry explores the depths of a mother’s grief and the power of memory. When Claire’s son vanishes without a trace, she’s left grappling with unanswered questions and a gnawing emptiness. As she sifts through fragments of the past, Claire uncovers long-buried secrets that challenge everything she thought she knew about her family. Lowry’s prose is both tender and unflinching, weaving a story that will linger in readers’ hearts long after the final page.
Adichie’s collection of short stories is a poignant exploration of the Nigerian experience, both at home and abroad. With her signature lyrical prose, she weaves tales of love, loss, and cultural identity that linger long after the last page. Each story feels like a glimpse into a life fully lived, with characters so real you can almost touch them. The author’s keen observations on race, gender, and the immigrant experience are woven seamlessly throughout, challenging readers to see the world anew.
Bruno’s world turns upside down when his family moves to a strange new house near a fence. Lonely and curious, he befriends Shmuel, a boy he sees through the wire. Their innocent friendship blossoms, oblivious to the harsh realities that divide them. As Bruno’s understanding grows, so does the reader’s heartache. Boyne’s haunting tale, told through a child’s eyes, reminds us of the human cost of hatred and the enduring power of compassion in the darkest times.