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by Akwaeke Emezi
The Fountains of Silence
available in September, hardcover, Make Me a World
by Ruta Sepetys
available in October, hardcover, Philomel Books
The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys is a historical fiction novel about the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War and the dictatorship in Spain in the 1950s. The novel follows multiple main characters during a summer in Spain where political tensions are high. Daniel, a tourist from America dives deep into the world of Spain and connects with many of the locals, including a maid named Ana. This was a beautifully written book about a period of history that is not often talked about. – Sarah K. age 17
This One is a Gem!
If you've talked to me within the last year, I've likely recommended Salt to the Sea to you. Now Ruta Sepetys is back with a tale of a young American photographer in Franco's Spain in the 1950s. Sepetys's skill with historical fiction is unparalleled and this one is a gem. –VB Owner, Sarah Hutton
The Merciful Crow by Margaret Owens
available now, hardcover, Henry Holt
Any reader can enjoy this dazzling young adult debut from Akwaeke Emezi. Set in the fictional town of Lucille, the postmodern novel tackles contemporary issues through the gentle eyes of Jam, a teenage girl. There aren’t supposed to be any monsters left in Lucille; the angels defeated them long ago. Yet, when strange and disturbing events begin occurring, Jam questions what everyone else is so keen to maintain. Could it be that the deadliest monsters are those disguised as friends? –Isabel F. age 15
Young Adult Rules For Vanishing
Look after your own–that's the Crow way, and as a Crow Witch, young Fie must follow in her Pa's footsteps to become the next chief of their roaming band of undertakers. But when a plague beacon burns in the palace and they call to answer, they get more than the pay they've bargained for. They get a prince, his body-double, a cat named Barf, and a hefty price on their heads. Can Fie save her family, or will she lose everything to the fire? –Rachel
by Kate Alice Marshall
The Good Luck Girls
Cursed
by Charlotte Nicole Davis
available in October, hardcover, Tor Teen
There's nothing lucky about being a Good Luck Girl. Sold to a welcome house and branded with "favors", Aster and her younger sister Clementine escape one night, bringing a few other girls with them. But the woods beyond the welcome house are riddled with violent ghosts, monsters, and lawmen. The west is an unforgiving place, but with the help of a friendly rangeman named Zee, Aster and Clementine just might make it out alive. Glory to the Reckoning. –Rachel
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available in September, hardcover, Viking Books for Young Readers
The road appears only once per year and people who venture on it don't return. Two sisters become obsessed with striking out on the road for different reasons, one year apart. Once on the road, there are rules to be followed and if the rules are broken, there is a heavy price to pay. If you love creepy thrillers with just the right amount of gross, this book is for you. NOT for the faint of heart. –Claire
by Thomas Wheeler illustrated by Frank Miller available in October, hardcover, Simon & Schuster
For fans of the Arthurian legend, this is the origin story of Nimue, the Lady of the Lake, as imagined by this talented duo. It's a fast-paced tear through the days of Nimue as a teen as she tries to return The Sword (yes, that sword) to Merlin. She's a sword-wielding, butt-kicking revolutionary and the action just doesn't stop. Peppered throughout with cool illustrations by Miller, this book is pure fun all the way to the end. –Claire
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