Kids Book Index
Kim Johnson
After two months in juvenile detention for a crime he did not commit, Andre Jackson returns home. He must adjust to a world altered by Covid-19 while trying to locate his missing best friend. Andre also faces the aftermath of being wrongfully accused and of the girl he loves moving on, as he works to reclaim his identity. The story follows his efforts to adapt after detention and reconnect with what matters to him.
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A Ruinous FateKaylie SmithA Ruinous Fate is a debut set in a world on the brink of war. The book brings together adventure and romance with a cast of characters presented as lovable. Its premise places these elements in a world facing serious conflict, where the characters move toward danger and into the shadows. The result is a story shaped by love, exploration, and looming war.Teacher Favorites — 9th–12th GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
No Boy SummerAmy SpaldingPublished in 2023, Amy Spalding's novel begins when Lydia and her younger sister, Penny, agree to avoid boy-related drama for the summer. Their pact is tested when Lydia develops feelings for a girl. Instead of immediately discarding the agreement, Lydia looks for a loophole in its terms. The sisters' summer promise and Lydia's new romantic feelings collide with each other.Kids Favorites — 9th–12th GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Live Your Best LieJessie WeaverSummer Cartwright is a social-media influencer whose curated online image presents a privileged life: millions of followers, designer and vintage clothing, a book deal, friends, and a relationship at an elite prep school. Beneath the polished Instagram feed, however, the story signals darker and bloodier secrets. Her highly visible online persona contrasts with what may be concealed behind it, as school life and social status frame her world and relationships.Kids Favorites — 9th–12th GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details