Can you recommend some independent young adult fiction books?

Some great young adult fiction books are 'Looking for Alaska' by John Green. It delves into themes of love, loss and self - discovery among teenagers. 'Eragon' by Christopher Paolini is about a young farm boy who discovers a dragon egg and embarks on an epic adventure. 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs features a boy who discovers a strange home filled with children with special abilities.

One more is 'Thirteen Reasons Why' by Jay Asher. It's a thought - provoking book that delves into the reasons behind a young girl's decision to end her life. It's an important read as it also touches on topics like bullying and mental health among young adults.

There's also 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle. It's a science - fiction - flavored young adult book that takes readers on an intergalactic adventure with the main character as she tries to save her father and battle against the forces of evil.

One good young adult fiction book is 'Throne of Glass' which has a strong female protagonist in a world of assassins and magic. 'Shadow and Bone' is also worth reading. It's set in a fictional, war - torn world with a unique magic system. 'Six of Crows' is another great one. It features a group of misfits on a dangerous heist mission.

One characteristic is that it often features protagonists who are on a journey of self - discovery. They strive to be independent from parental or societal control. For example, in many such novels, the young adult characters make their own decisions about their careers, relationships, and beliefs, which is different from traditional young adult fiction where adults might play a more dominant role in guiding the plot.

Another good one is 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs. The story combines mystery with a touch of the supernatural as the main character discovers the strange secrets of an old orphanage. There are really interesting characters and a unique plot that keeps you hooked.

One great young adult alchemy fiction book is 'The Alchemyst' by Michael Scott. It's filled with adventure and magical elements related to alchemy.

Sure. 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green is a great one. It has the coming - of - age elements of young adult fiction, like the young protagonists dealing with first love, but also delves into deeper themes such as mortality which are more common in adult fiction.

'Flight of the Sparrowhawk' is also a wonderful choice. It tells a thrilling story about a young aviator's journey, with great descriptions of flying and the challenges in the aviation world. It really gives a sense of the freedom and danger of flight. There are also some great characters that young adults can relate to.

Sure. 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green is a great one. It tells the story of two teenagers with cancer who fall in love. It's a very moving and beautifully written book. Another is 'Divergent' by Veronica Roth. It has an exciting dystopian setting and a strong - willed female protagonist. And 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling is also a classic in young adult fiction, with its magical world full of adventure and friendship.