What are some new historical fiction YA books that are worth reading?

A really good one is 'The Alice Network' by Kate Quinn. It weaves together two storylines, one set during World War I and the other during World War II. It's about a network of female spies in France during WWI and a modern - day woman searching for answers about her family's past. The characters are well - developed and the historical details are fascinating.

One of the best new YA historical fiction books could be 'The Gilded Wolves' series. It has a great blend of historical Parisian setting with a touch of magic and mystery. The characters are diverse and engaging, and it really brings the era to life.

I would suggest 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang. This book is set in a fictional world inspired by Chinese history. It's a dark and intense read, with themes of war, power, and sacrifice. It really shows the brutality of war and how it can change a person. The main character Rin goes through a lot of development throughout the story.

One great 'goodreads ya realistic fiction' book is 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green. It tells a heart - wrenching love story between two teenagers with cancer. The characters are well - developed and the writing is both poignant and humorous at times.

I'd recommend 'My Sister's Keeper' by Jodi Picoult. It offers a deep look into the family dynamics when dealing with cancer. The characters are very well-developed and the plot is engaging.

Well, 'The Water Dancer' by Ta - Nehisi Coates is a great pick. It combines historical facts about slavery with a touch of magical realism. The story follows a young slave who discovers he has a special power related to water. It's a powerful exploration of the African - American experience during slavery times. Also, 'Melmoth' by Sarah Perry is interesting. It's inspired by the legend of Melmoth the Wanderer and is set in different historical periods, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the power of stories.

A great historical fiction book is 'The Wind - up Bird Chronicle' by Haruki Murakami. Although it has elements of magical realism, it's set in post - World War II Japan. 'Alias Grace' by Margaret Atwood is also good. It's based on a true crime in 19th - century Canada. And 'The Thorn Birds' which is set in Australia and tells a multi - generational story of love and sacrifice.

One new baby fiction book is 'The Little Prince'. It's a classic that can be enjoyed by all ages. The story is full of deep thoughts and beautiful illustrations. Another is 'Goodnight Moon', which has a simple yet soothing story for babies to listen to before sleep. And 'Guess How Much I Love You' is also great, with its cute animal characters showing love in a very heartwarming way.

A new and interesting fiction Christian book is 'The Benedict Option' by Rod Dreher. It explores how Christians can live out their faith in a post - Christian society. 'City of God' by Augustine (while not exactly new in the sense of recent publication but still very relevant in the Christian fiction realm) offers profound insights into the Christian view of the world and the city of God. Also, 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S. Lewis is a classic that is still being read today. It's a fictional correspondence between a senior devil and his nephew, providing a unique look at Christian spiritual warfare.

A great new gay fiction book is 'Call Me by Your Name'. It beautifully captures a young man's first love during a summer in Italy. The descriptions of the setting, the emotions, and the complex relationship between the two main characters are very well - written.