Young Adult

Cassie is writing a letter to the boy whose heart she broke. She’s trying to explain why. Why she pushed him away. Why her father got so angry when he saw them together. Why she disappears some nights. Why she won’t let herself remember what happened that long-ago night on the boardwalk. Why she fell apart so completely.Desperate for his forgiveness, she’s telling the whole story of the summer she nearly lost herself. She’s hoping he’ll understand as well as she now does how love—love for your family, love for that person who makes your heart beat faster, and love for yourself—can save you after all.

Big Nate Makes the Grades is a humorous and relatable book for young readers who struggle with schoolwork and may identify with the main character's mischievous antics. The book's most unique and distinctive feature is its ability to make readers laugh through Nate's hilarious school life goings-on. Additionally, the book touches on the theme of the importance of hard work and striving for academic success.

"Run If You Dare" is a great read for young adults dealing with family issues, particularly those relating to parental midlife crises. The book's unique feature is its focus on physical fitness as a means of dealing with emotional distress - a fresh perspective that will inspire readers to take a different approach to their own challenges. Overall, the book offers a touching and realistic portrayal of the difficulties faced by families during periods of upheaval, and the strong bonds that can develop between family members as they navigate these struggles together.

Recommendation: Dark Blue is a relatable and impactful book about the difficult realities of growing up and navigating high school friendships. Melody Carlson captures the heartbreak of losing a close friend and the struggle of finding one's identity in a world that places a high value on popularity. This book is a great read for teenagers who want to feel seen and understood in their own struggles with peer pressure and social dynamics.

This book would be a good read for anyone looking for a lighthearted, funny story with relatable characters and situations. The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series is adored by both children and adults for its humorous take on growing up. Hard Luck, in particular, explores the ups and downs of friendships and the importance of perseverance in overcoming obstacles. Readers will enjoy the quirky illustrations and engaging narrative style.

Falling Up could be a good read for young adults struggling with grief and uncertainty. The story follows Kim, a teenage girl who is facing a difficult time after losing her mother to cancer. Kim finds comfort in her faith, and learns to rely on God, even when nothing else seems certain. The book addresses issues such as family conflict, unplanned pregnancy, and the struggles of growing up. Ultimately, it is a story about finding hope and meaning in life, even in the midst of chaos.

For the past five hundred years, the Cahills have silently dominated the world. Their desperate hunt for the 39 Clues lies behind some of history’s biggest enigmas – the curse of the Hope diamond, the race to summit Mt. Everest, the wild life and death of Harry Houdini. And now – finally – the secrets are out. With an introduction by Rick Riordan, The 39 Clues: The Black Book of Buried Secrets reveals the shocking truth about history’s most notorious family. In full, lush color, The 39 Clues: The Black Book of Buried Secrets lays bare each hidden fact, concealed strategy, top agent, lost founder, secret base and hushed-up scandal of the Clue hunt. This complete guide to the Cahills contains information on all five branches, including the notoriously elusive Madrigals. The must-know information includes: -Full files on the enigmatic Man in Black. -The true purpose of the Madrigal branch. -The complete story of the fire that split the original Cahill family. -The truth about the night Hope and Arthur Cahill died. -Open access to the secrets of the Lucian, Ekaterina, Tomas and Janus branches. It’s never too late to join the hunt – especially with The 39 Clues: The Black Book of Buried Secrets to provide complete access to the Cahill

Recommended for young readers who enjoy humorous stories about the struggles of middle-school life. The fourth book in the popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Dog Days, will have readers laughing out loud as they follow Greg Heffley's hilarious misadventures. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to relive or prepare for the joys and challenges of middle school.

This book is perfect for pre-teens and middle-schoolers who are struggling to navigate the ups and downs of growing up. Greg's relatable character and humorous anecdotes will make readers laugh out loud while empathizing with his struggles to make new friends. The unique aspect of this book is the concept of leaving everything up to chance, which adds a fun twist to the story. Overall, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck is a delightful and engaging read that both parents and children will love.