Sure. 'The Deep & Dark Blue' is a good one. It's about twin princes who take on new identities as they face political upheaval. It's a great exploration of identity in a fantasy world and is suitable for young adults.
'Iron Widow' can also be recommended. It has a strong female lead who defies gender expectations in a mecha - filled fantasy world. It has elements of action, adventure and a bit of romance, which are appealing to young adults.
For young adults, 'Symptoms of Being Human' is great. The gender - fluid protagonist Riley's story of relationships and self - exploration is very engaging. Also, 'The Art of Being Normal' is a good read. It shows the friendship and growing relationship between two boys, one of whom is transgender, in a way that young adults can understand and connect with.
Sure. 'Lightlark' by Alex Aster is a good choice for young adults. It has a captivating plot with a lot of mystery and magic that young adults would find exciting. The characters are also relatable in terms of their age and the challenges they face. Another one is 'The Stardust Thief' by Chelsea Abdullah. It offers a great adventure story with elements of Arabian Nights - style magic which can be very appealing to young adults.
Sure. 'Caraval' by Stephanie Garber is a great 2017 fantasy novel for young adults. It's a story full of mystery, magic, and a touch of romance set within a fantastical game. Another one is 'Renegades' by Marissa Meyer. It has a unique superhero - like concept in a fictional world that young adults can easily get into.
One can't forget about 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs. It has a really interesting concept with children who have special abilities and the time - loops they live in. It's a bit spooky but also full of wonder. And 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry, while more on the dystopian side, has elements of a different kind of fantasy world that makes it thought - provoking for young adults.
Definitely. 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins can be seen as having atheist undertones. In the dystopian world of Panem, there is no real mention or reliance on a god or gods. It focuses more on the power struggle between the Capitol and the districts, and the survival and rebellion of the young protagonists like Katniss Everdeen.
Sure. 'Children of Virtue and Vengeance' by Tomi Adeyemi is a great 2019 YA fantasy novel. It continues the story from the first book, with more magic, adventure, and the fight against oppression in a fictional African - inspired world.
Sure. 'The False Prince' by Jennifer A. Nielsen is great. It has an exciting plot about a boy who is part of a scheme to impersonate a missing prince. Another is 'Shadow and Bone' by Leigh Bardugo. It has a unique magic system and an interesting world full of political intrigue. And 'The Scorpio Races' by Maggie Stiefvater, which has a very different and captivating setting on an island with a dangerous horse race.
Sure. 'The Hunger Games' could be considered in a sense. It has elements of a fight against an oppressive regime which can be related to left - leaning ideas of equality and resistance against the powerful. The main character Katniss Everdeen is a symbol of the fight for the common good.
'Cemetery Boys' is a great transgender fantasy novel for young adults. It combines elements of Mexican folklore with a story about a transgender boy trying to prove his worth to his traditional family. It's a heartwarming and magical read.
Sure. 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' series can be considered a bit strange in a good way. It combines modern - day life with Greek mythology, so you have kids going on adventures with gods and monsters. Another one is 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children'. The idea of children with strange powers living in a time - looped home is really interesting for young adults. And 'The Giver' has a strange dystopian fantasy world where emotions and memories are controlled in a very unique way.