Can you recommend some best Canadian fantasy novels for young adults?

Yes, 'Scarborough' by Catherine Hernandez. It focuses on the lives of three children in a low - income neighborhood in Scarborough, Toronto. It deals with themes like poverty, family, and friendship in a very real and engaging way for young adults.

'Six of Crows' also by Leigh Bardugo is another great one. It follows a group of misfits on a heist. The characters are well - developed and the plot is full of twists and turns. It's set in the same universe as 'Shadow and Bone' but can be read as a standalone as well.

A great young adult fantasy novel is 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs. It has a unique concept with strange and wonderful characters and time - loops. 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry also has some fantasy aspects in its thought - provoking story about a seemingly perfect but very controlled society. 'Eragon' by Christopher Paolini is a classic young adult fantasy with dragons and a young hero's journey to become a dragon rider.

For young adults, 'The Cruel Prince' by Holly Black is a good choice. It has a touch of steamy tension between the characters in a dark and alluring faerie world. Another is 'Red Queen' by Victoria Aveyard. There are some simmering relationships that add to the overall appeal within the fantasy setting. And 'Six of Crows' by Leigh Bardugo. The characters' interactions, especially between Kaz and Inej, have some steamy undertones that are appropriate for young adults.

Sure. 'Cemetery Boys' by Aiden Thomas is an excellent choice. It's a story about a trans boy who wants to prove himself as a brujo in his community and there's a great romance involved. Another one is 'You Should See Me in a Crown' by Leah Johnson, which has a bisexual main character and a lot of high school drama in a fun fantasy setting.

Sure. 'Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe' is excellent for young adults. It's a coming - of - age story that focuses on the friendship and budding feelings between two boys. The writing is accessible and the themes of self - acceptance and discovery are very relevant for young people. Another good one is 'Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda'. It's a light - hearted yet meaningful story about a gay teen dealing with blackmail and his first love.

Sure. 'Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe' is a wonderful choice for young adults. It's a coming - of - age story that beautifully portrays the relationship between two boys. It's not overly complex in terms of the fantasy elements, but it has a dreamy quality that young adults can relate to. Another one is 'The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue' which has LGBT characters on a wild adventure in a historical - fantasy setting. It's full of humor and action.

Sure. 'The Hunger Games' is a top pick. It has a strong young female lead, Katniss, who rebels against the oppressive Capitol. It's full of action and moral dilemmas. Another one is 'Divergent'. The story of Tris finding her place in a divided society is very engaging for young adults. 'The Maze Runner' is also great. It has mystery, adventure, and a group of teens trying to survive in a strange and dangerous world.

Sure. 'City of Bones' by Cassandra Clare. It's the first in 'The Mortal Instruments' series. It has a great mix of fantasy elements like shadowhunters, demons, and magic. The story is full of mystery and romance as the main characters navigate the dangerous underworld of the shadow world.

Sure. 'Percy Jackson & The Olympians' series by Rick Riordan is great. It combines modern - day settings with Greek mythology in a really fun way for young adults. Another one is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins which has elements of dystopian and survival along with a strong female lead, set in a post - apocalyptic world that has some fantasy - like elements. 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry also has a touch of the fantastical as it explores a society with a very different way of life.