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Best Teen Books 2017

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Our favorite teen titles published in 2017.

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25 items

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The Upside of Unrequited

The Upside of Unrequited

by Albertalli, Becky

Book - 2017

Molly and her twin sister have always been close. Now that Cassie has a girlfriend, the sisters are drifting apart, so Molly is determined to turn her 27th crush into her first relationship. A coming-of-age story full of humor and heart. Molly and her twin sister have always been close. Now that Cassie has a girlfriend, the sisters are drifting apart, so Molly is determined to turn her 27th crush into her first relationship. A coming-of-age story full of humor and heart. Show less

Molly and her twin sister have always been close. Now that Cassie has a girlfriend, the sisters are drifting apart, so Molly is determined to turn her 27th crush into her first relationship. A coming-of-age story full of humor and heart. Molly and her twin sister have always been close. Now that Cassie has a girlfriend, the sisters are drifting apart, so Molly is determined to turn her 27th crush into her first relationship. A coming-of-age story full of humor and heart. Show less

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City of Saints & Thieves

City of Saints & Thieves

by Anderson, Natalie C.

Book - 2017

Tina, a Congolese refugee, believes her mother was murdered by Mr. Greyhill. When her revenge is derailed, she teams up with his son to uncover the truth. Deftly explores issues of race and economic exploitation without sacrificing an exciting plot. Tina, a Congolese refugee, believes her mother was murdered by Mr. Greyhill. When her revenge is derailed, she teams up with his son to uncover the truth. Deftly explores issues of race and economic exploitation without sacrificing an exciting plot. Show less

Tina, a Congolese refugee, believes her mother was murdered by Mr. Greyhill. When her revenge is derailed, she teams up with his son to uncover the truth. Deftly explores issues of race and economic exploitation without sacrificing an exciting plot. Tina, a Congolese refugee, believes her mother was murdered by Mr. Greyhill. When her revenge is derailed, she teams up with his son to uncover the truth. Deftly explores issues of race and economic exploitation without sacrificing an exciting plot. Show less

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A Crack in the Sea

A Crack in the Sea

by Bouwman, H. M.

Book - 2017

Fantasy meets history in this moving and complex novel that weaves together an imaginary world with two real tragedies: the slave trade of the 1700s and the plight of Vietnamese refugees in the 1970s. Fantasy meets history in this moving and complex novel that weaves together an imaginary world with two real tragedies: the slave trade of the 1700s and the plight of Vietnamese refugees in the 1970s. Show less

Fantasy meets history in this moving and complex novel that weaves together an imaginary world with two real tragedies: the slave trade of the 1700s and the plight of Vietnamese refugees in the 1970s. Fantasy meets history in this moving and complex novel that weaves together an imaginary world with two real tragedies: the slave trade of the 1700s and the plight of Vietnamese refugees in the 1970s. Show less

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Pashmina

Pashmina

by Chanani, Nidhi

Book - 2017

Pri is curious about her dad and her Indian family, but those topics are off limits with her mom. When Pri discovers a hidden pashmina, it transports her to a dream India, where the graphic novel's black and white illustrations burst into color. Pri is curious about her dad and her Indian family, but those topics are off limits with her mom. When Pri discovers a hidden pashmina, it transports her to a dream India, where the graphic novel's black and white illustrations burst into color. Show less

Pri is curious about her dad and her Indian family, but those topics are off limits with her mom. When Pri discovers a hidden pashmina, it transports her to a dream India, where the graphic novel's black and white illustrations burst into color. Pri is curious about her dad and her Indian family, but those topics are off limits with her mom. When Pri discovers a hidden pashmina, it transports her to a dream India, where the graphic novel's black and white illustrations burst into color. Show less

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Spellbook of the Lost and Found

Spellbook of the Lost and Found

by Fowley-Doyle, Moïra

Book - 2017

A spell to bring back missing things has unexpected consequences for six Irish teenagers. Fowley-Doyle's rich, atmospheric writing imbues this dark story with magic and suspense. A spell to bring back missing things has unexpected consequences for six Irish teenagers. Fowley-Doyle's rich, atmospheric writing imbues this dark story with magic and suspense. Show less

A spell to bring back missing things has unexpected consequences for six Irish teenagers. Fowley-Doyle's rich, atmospheric writing imbues this dark story with magic and suspense. A spell to bring back missing things has unexpected consequences for six Irish teenagers. Fowley-Doyle's rich, atmospheric writing imbues this dark story with magic and suspense. Show less

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Turtles All the Way Down

Turtles All the Way Down

by Green, John

Book - 2017

Aza and her friends are on the hunt for a missing billionaire, but this thoughtful novel from superstar Green is really an exploration of what its like to live with anxiety and OCD. Challenging, complex, and heartbreaking. Aza and her friends are on the hunt for a missing billionaire, but this thoughtful novel from superstar Green is really an exploration of what its like to live with anxiety and OCD. Challenging, complex, and heartbreaking. Show less

Aza and her friends are on the hunt for a missing billionaire, but this thoughtful novel from superstar Green is really an exploration of what its like to live with anxiety and OCD. Challenging, complex, and heartbreaking. Aza and her friends are on the hunt for a missing billionaire, but this thoughtful novel from superstar Green is really an exploration of what its like to live with anxiety and OCD. Challenging, complex, and heartbreaking. Show less

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Vincent and Theo

Vincent and Theo

The Van Gogh Brothers

by Heiligman, Deborah

Book - 2017

Vincent Van Gogh's relationship with his brother Theo made the artist's famous paintings possible. Drawing on the hundreds of letters the brothers wrote, Heiligman draws a captivating portrait of their complex relationship. Vincent Van Gogh's relationship with his brother Theo made the artist's famous paintings possible. Drawing on the hundreds of letters the brothers wrote, Heiligman draws a captivating portrait of their complex relationship. Show less

Vincent Van Gogh's relationship with his brother Theo made the artist's famous paintings possible. Drawing on the hundreds of letters the brothers wrote, Heiligman draws a captivating portrait of their complex relationship. Vincent Van Gogh's relationship with his brother Theo made the artist's famous paintings possible. Drawing on the hundreds of letters the brothers wrote, Heiligman draws a captivating portrait of their complex relationship. Show less

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Amina's Voice

Amina's Voice

by Khan, Hena

Book - 2017

Amina learns to balance her Pakistani heritage with the parts of American culture that she loves, especially music, all while dealing with complicated middle school friendships. A relatable coming-of-age story for readers of all backgrounds. Amina learns to balance her Pakistani heritage with the parts of American culture that she loves, especially music, all while dealing with complicated middle school friendships. A relatable coming-of-age story for readers of all backgrounds. Show less

Amina learns to balance her Pakistani heritage with the parts of American culture that she loves, especially music, all while dealing with complicated middle school friendships. A relatable coming-of-age story for readers of all backgrounds. Amina learns to balance her Pakistani heritage with the parts of American culture that she loves, especially music, all while dealing with complicated middle school friendships. A relatable coming-of-age story for readers of all backgrounds. Show less

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We Are Okay

We Are Okay

by LaCour, Nina

Book - 2017

Nearly drowning in grief and confusion after her grandfather's death, Miren decides to spend winter break in her dorm rather than return home to San Franc...Show more Nearly drowning in grief and confusion after her grandfather's death, Miren decides to spend winter break in her dorm rather than return home to San Francisco. A visit from her friend Mabel brings her past to light in this quiet, character-driven novel. Show less

Nearly drowning in grief and confusion after her grandfather's death, Miren decides to spend winter break in her dorm rather than return home to San Franc...Show more Nearly drowning in grief and confusion after her grandfather's death, Miren decides to spend winter break in her dorm rather than return home to San Francisco. A visit from her friend Mabel brings her past to light in this quiet, character-driven novel. Show less

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The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue

The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue

by Lee, Mackenzi

Book - 2017

Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Exuberant, smart, and tons of fun. Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Exuberant, smart, and tons of fun. Show less

Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Exuberant, smart, and tons of fun. Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Exuberant, smart, and tons of fun. Show less

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Genuine Fraud

Genuine Fraud

by Lockhart, E.

Book - 2017

Jule and Imogen have the kind of intense, all-consuming friendship that's impossible to leave behind. Or they did until Immie killed herself. Now Jule is alone and on the run - but why? Intricately plotted, razor sharp, unputdownable intrigue. Jule and Imogen have the kind of intense, all-consuming friendship that's impossible to leave behind. Or they did until Immie killed herself. Now Jule is alone and on the run - but why? Intricately plotted, razor sharp, unputdownable intrigue. Show less

Jule and Imogen have the kind of intense, all-consuming friendship that's impossible to leave behind. Or they did until Immie killed herself. Now Jule is alone and on the run - but why? Intricately plotted, razor sharp, unputdownable intrigue. Jule and Imogen have the kind of intense, all-consuming friendship that's impossible to leave behind. Or they did until Immie killed herself. Now Jule is alone and on the run - but why? Intricately plotted, razor sharp, unputdownable intrigue. Show less

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One of Us Is Lying

One of Us Is Lying

by McManus, Karen M.

Book - 2017

Five students go into detention; four come out. The murdered student is the creator of a gossip app, and all of the others had reason to want him gone. Now they're the primary suspects and must prove their innocence in this twisty thriller. Five students go into detention; four come out. The murdered student is the creator of a gossip app, and all of the others had reason to want him gone. Now they're the primary suspects and must prove their innocence in this twisty thriller. Show less

Five students go into detention; four come out. The murdered student is the creator of a gossip app, and all of the others had reason to want him gone. Now they're the primary suspects and must prove their innocence in this twisty thriller. Five students go into detention; four come out. The murdered student is the creator of a gossip app, and all of the others had reason to want him gone. Now they're the primary suspects and must prove their innocence in this twisty thriller. Show less

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When Dimple Met Rishi

When Dimple Met Rishi

by Menon, Sandhya

Book - 2017

Dimple is at the summer program to develop a new app; Rishi is there to meet Dimple, his future bride. But nobody told Dimple about the arranged marriage, and she's less than thrilled when Rishi tries to explain. A sweet and funny romantic comedy. Dimple is at the summer program to develop a new app; Rishi is there to meet Dimple, his future bride. But nobody told Dimple about the arranged marriage, and she's less than thrilled when Rishi tries to explain. A sweet and funny romantic comedy. Show less

Dimple is at the summer program to develop a new app; Rishi is there to meet Dimple, his future bride. But nobody told Dimple about the arranged marriage, and she's less than thrilled when Rishi tries to explain. A sweet and funny romantic comedy. Dimple is at the summer program to develop a new app; Rishi is there to meet Dimple, his future bride. But nobody told Dimple about the arranged marriage, and she's less than thrilled when Rishi tries to explain. A sweet and funny romantic comedy. Show less

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Ramona Blue

Ramona Blue

by Murphy, Julie

Book - 2017

Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself in this endearing love story. Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself in this endearing love story. Show less

Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself in this endearing love story. Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself in this endearing love story. Show less

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Loving Vs. Virginia

Loving Vs. Virginia

A Documentary Novel of the Landmark Civil Rights Case

by Powell, Patricia Hruby

Book - 2017

Mildred and Richard Loving's battle to have their interracial marriage legally recognized went all the way to the Supreme Court. Free verse, historical documents, and illustration combine to tell the Lovings' incredible story. Mildred and Richard Loving's battle to have their interracial marriage legally recognized went all the way to the Supreme Court. Free verse, historical documents, and illustration combine to tell the Lovings' incredible story. Show less

Mildred and Richard Loving's battle to have their interracial marriage legally recognized went all the way to the Supreme Court. Free verse, historical documents, and illustration combine to tell the Lovings' incredible story. Mildred and Richard Loving's battle to have their interracial marriage legally recognized went all the way to the Supreme Court. Free verse, historical documents, and illustration combine to tell the Lovings' incredible story. Show less

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Long Way Down

Long Way Down

by Reynolds, Jason

Book - 2017

In this breathtakingly tense read, fifteen-year-old Will rides an elevator down seven floors. Tucked into his waistband is the gun he plans to use to avenge his brother's death. Can the elevator's other passengers change his mind? In this breathtakingly tense read, fifteen-year-old Will rides an elevator down seven floors. Tucked into his waistband is the gun he plans to use to avenge his brother's death. Can the elevator's other passengers change his mind? Show less

In this breathtakingly tense read, fifteen-year-old Will rides an elevator down seven floors. Tucked into his waistband is the gun he plans to use to avenge his brother's death. Can the elevator's other passengers change his mind? In this breathtakingly tense read, fifteen-year-old Will rides an elevator down seven floors. Tucked into his waistband is the gun he plans to use to avenge his brother's death. Can the elevator's other passengers change his mind? Show less

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The Inexplicable Logic of My Life

The Inexplicable Logic of My Life

by Sáenz, Benjamin Alire

Book - 2017

Sal's not one for trouble, but when someone insults his adoptive gay dad, he gets into a fight; another soon follows. As Sal and his friends struggle with anger, change, and loss, Sal's loving family supports him. A spare, profound story. Sal's not one for trouble, but when someone insults his adoptive gay dad, he gets into a fight; another soon follows. As Sal and his friends struggle with anger, change, and loss, Sal's loving family supports him. A spare, profound story. Show less

Sal's not one for trouble, but when someone insults his adoptive gay dad, he gets into a fight; another soon follows. As Sal and his friends struggle with anger, change, and loss, Sal's loving family supports him. A spare, profound story. Sal's not one for trouble, but when someone insults his adoptive gay dad, he gets into a fight; another soon follows. As Sal and his friends struggle with anger, change, and loss, Sal's loving family supports him. A spare, profound story. Show less

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I Am Not your Perfect Mexican Daughter

I Am Not your Perfect Mexican Daughter

by Sánchez, Erika L.

Book - 2017

When her dutiful older sister dies, decidedly undutiful Julia is left to pick up the pieces with her Mexican-American family. Angry and brash, Julia struggles with her family's expectations in this gritty exploration of young adulthood. When her dutiful older sister dies, decidedly undutiful Julia is left to pick up the pieces with her Mexican-American family. Angry and brash, Julia struggles with her family's expectations in this gritty exploration of young adulthood. Show less

When her dutiful older sister dies, decidedly undutiful Julia is left to pick up the pieces with her Mexican-American family. Angry and brash, Julia struggles with her family's expectations in this gritty exploration of young adulthood. When her dutiful older sister dies, decidedly undutiful Julia is left to pick up the pieces with her Mexican-American family. Angry and brash, Julia struggles with her family's expectations in this gritty exploration of young adulthood. Show less

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Undefeated

Undefeated

Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team

by Sheinkin, Steve

Book - 2017

Jim Thorpe, a member of the Sac and Fox Nation, was an incredible athlete who led the Carlisle Indian Industrial School's incredible football team. Undefeated chronicles Thorpe's rise amid the appalling and racist practices of the school. Jim Thorpe, a member of the Sac and Fox Nation, was an incredible athlete who led the Carlisle Indian Industrial School's incredible football team. Undefeated chronicles Thorpe's rise amid the appalling and racist practices of the school. Show less

Jim Thorpe, a member of the Sac and Fox Nation, was an incredible athlete who led the Carlisle Indian Industrial School's incredible football team. Undefeated chronicles Thorpe's rise amid the appalling and racist practices of the school. Jim Thorpe, a member of the Sac and Fox Nation, was an incredible athlete who led the Carlisle Indian Industrial School's incredible football team. Undefeated chronicles Thorpe's rise amid the appalling and racist practices of the school. Show less

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Strange the Dreamer

Strange the Dreamer

by Taylor, Laini

Book - 2017

Lazlo dreams of visiting the mythical city of Weep, where centuries ago men defeated the gods in a battle so destructive the city itself disappeared Lazlo. Taylor's sumptuous writing and astonishing world-building star in this rich fantasy. Lazlo dreams of visiting the mythical city of Weep, where centuries ago men defeated the gods in a battle so destructive the city itself disappeared Lazlo. Taylor's sumptuous writing and astonishing world-building star in this rich fantasy. Show less

Lazlo dreams of visiting the mythical city of Weep, where centuries ago men defeated the gods in a battle so destructive the city itself disappeared Lazlo. Taylor's sumptuous writing and astonishing world-building star in this rich fantasy. Lazlo dreams of visiting the mythical city of Weep, where centuries ago men defeated the gods in a battle so destructive the city itself disappeared Lazlo. Taylor's sumptuous writing and astonishing world-building star in this rich fantasy. Show less

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The Hate U Give

The Hate U Give

by Thomas, Angie

Book - 2017

Starr lives in two worlds: her elite, mostly White private school and her poor, mostly Black neighborhood. When a police officer fatally shoots her friend while Starr is in the car, she's thrust into the limelight in both. An urgent, authentic read. Starr lives in two worlds: her elite, mostly White private school and her poor, mostly Black neighborhood. When a police officer fatally shoots her friend while Starr is in the car, she's thrust into the limelight in both. An urgent, authentic read. Show less

Starr lives in two worlds: her elite, mostly White private school and her poor, mostly Black neighborhood. When a police officer fatally shoots her friend while Starr is in the car, she's thrust into the limelight in both. An urgent, authentic read. Starr lives in two worlds: her elite, mostly White private school and her poor, mostly Black neighborhood. When a police officer fatally shoots her friend while Starr is in the car, she's thrust into the limelight in both. An urgent, authentic read. Show less

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Thick as Thieves

Thick as Thieves

A Queen's Thief Novel

by Turner, Megan Whalen

Book - 2017

A slave is drawn into political intrigue when his master is murdered. Turner's Attolia is beloved for intricate world-building, intricate plots, and believable characters; this latest entry in the series does not disappoint. A slave is drawn into political intrigue when his master is murdered. Turner's Attolia is beloved for intricate world-building, intricate plots, and believable characters; this latest entry in the series does not disappoint. Show less

A slave is drawn into political intrigue when his master is murdered. Turner's Attolia is beloved for intricate world-building, intricate plots, and believable characters; this latest entry in the series does not disappoint. A slave is drawn into political intrigue when his master is murdered. Turner's Attolia is beloved for intricate world-building, intricate plots, and believable characters; this latest entry in the series does not disappoint. Show less

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Piecing Me Together

Piecing Me Together

by Watson, Renée

Book - 2017

Accomplished artist Jade is disappointed to be placed in a mentoring program instead of the study abroad, and she's not sure her wealthy mentor Maxine understands her life. Watson's debut is a thoughtful exploration of race, class, and privilege. Accomplished artist Jade is disappointed to be placed in a mentoring program instead of the study abroad, and she's not sure her wealthy mentor Maxine understands her life. Watson's debut is a thoughtful exploration of race, class, and privilege. Show less

Accomplished artist Jade is disappointed to be placed in a mentoring program instead of the study abroad, and she's not sure her wealthy mentor Maxine understands her life. Watson's debut is a thoughtful exploration of race, class, and privilege. Accomplished artist Jade is disappointed to be placed in a mentoring program instead of the study abroad, and she's not sure her wealthy mentor Maxine understands her life. Watson's debut is a thoughtful exploration of race, class, and privilege. Show less

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American Street

American Street

by Zoboi, Ibi Aanu

Book - 2017

On their way from Haiti to Detroit, Fabiola's mother is detained, leaving Fabiola to navigate her new life with American cousins alone. American Street is a gritty but sensitive portrait of both inner city and immigrant life in the US. On their way from Haiti to Detroit, Fabiola's mother is detained, leaving Fabiola to navigate her new life with American cousins alone. American Street is a gritty but sensitive portrait of both inner city and immigrant life in the US. Show less

On their way from Haiti to Detroit, Fabiola's mother is detained, leaving Fabiola to navigate her new life with American cousins alone. American Street is a gritty but sensitive portrait of both inner city and immigrant life in the US. On their way from Haiti to Detroit, Fabiola's mother is detained, leaving Fabiola to navigate her new life with American cousins alone. American Street is a gritty but sensitive portrait of both inner city and immigrant life in the US. Show less

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Here We Are

Here We Are

Feminism for the Real World

Book - 2017

Writers and public figures contribute to this rich anthology that celebrates contemporary feminism. Intentionally intersectional, the fresh and engaging collection combines essays on a wide range of topics with lists, cartoons, and more. Writers and public figures contribute to this rich anthology that celebrates contemporary feminism. Intentionally intersectional, the fresh and engaging collection combines essays on a wide range of topics with lists, cartoons, and more. Show less

Writers and public figures contribute to this rich anthology that celebrates contemporary feminism. Intentionally intersectional, the fresh and engaging collection combines essays on a wide range of topics with lists, cartoons, and more. Writers and public figures contribute to this rich anthology that celebrates contemporary feminism. Intentionally intersectional, the fresh and engaging collection combines essays on a wide range of topics with lists, cartoons, and more. Show less

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