Can you recommend scary historical fiction books for young adults?

Sure. 'The Poet X' by Elizabeth Acevedo is a great 2018 historical fiction for young adults. It tells the story of a young girl in Harlem finding her voice through poetry, and it gives a good sense of the cultural and historical context of the area. Another one is 'Dread Nation' by Justina Ireland. It's set in an alternate history where the Civil War ended with a zombie outbreak, which is a really interesting take on historical events for young readers.

For young adults, 'Firekeeper's Daughter' by Angeline Boulley is a 2022 historical fiction that stands out. It's set in the Ojibwe community and tackles issues like identity and community. The story is engaging and educates readers about the Ojibwe culture. 'Tokyo Ever After' by Emiko Jean is also a great choice. It has a modern - day princess story but also has historical elements related to the Japanese imperial family.

There's also 'Surviving the Titanic: The Molly Brown Story' which focuses on the story of Molly Brown, a well - known survivor. It can inspire young adults with Molly's courage and tenacity during and after the disaster.

Sure. 'The Raven Boys' is a great choice for young adults. It has a cool mix of historical elements and a touch of magic that is really appealing to that age group.

Sure. 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak is a great one. It's set during World War II and is narrated by Death. Another is 'Code Name Verity' which tells a gripping story of female friendship in the context of war. And 'Out of the Dust' by Karen Hesse, which is set during the Dust Bowl era in the United States.

Yes. 'I Am Malala' by Malala Yousafzai is a powerful book. It's based on her real - life experiences in Pakistan, which is related to the historical and cultural context there. 'Out of the Dust' by Karen Hesse is set during the Dust Bowl era in the United States. It gives young adults a sense of that difficult time in history. Also, 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank is a classic. It's a real - life account of a girl in hiding during World War II, which is a very important part of history.

Sure. 'The Hunger Games' trilogy by Suzanne Collins is a great choice for young adults. It's set in a post - apocalyptic world where teens are forced to fight to the death in a televised event. It has strong themes of survival, sacrifice, and standing up against oppression. Another good one is 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green. It's a heart - wrenching love story about two teenagers with cancer. It deals with heavy topics in a very real and relatable way. 'Divergent' by Veronica Roth is also popular. It's set in a future society divided into factions based on different virtues, and the main character has to find her place in this world.

One more for young adults is 'Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl'. While it's a real diary, it can also be considered historical fiction in a way as it gives an intimate look at the life of a young Jewish girl in hiding during the Nazi regime. It's a very important and educational read for young people to understand the horrors of the war.

One characteristic is that they bring history to life for young readers. Take 'I Am Malala' for instance. It makes the complex situation in Pakistan regarding girls' education understandable and engaging. These books also often explore themes such as identity. In 'A Night Divided', the main character's identity is shaped by the division of her family by the Berlin Wall. And they may use fictional elements to enhance the historical narrative, like in 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' where the friendship between the two boys is a fictional device to show the horror of the Holocaust.

The 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak is an excellent choice. Set in Nazi Germany, it tells the story of a young girl who steals books and the relationships she forms during that dark time. It gives a unique perspective on the war and the power of words.