Hartmanns recommends
A list of fantastic YA reads compiled by bookseller Matilda!
The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins is compiled of thrilling dystopian reads which are full of important messages. As a child, I loved the original series, and now even as an adult they remain some of my favourite books. Each of the 5 books hooks the reader from the start and takes you on an emotional rollercoaster. Perfect for younger teens and even adults!
Get this book →Five Survive is a secret-packed survival thriller, from multimillion bestselling author Holly Jackson, that will keep you turning the page long after you've said, "One more chapter". An exhilarating read for anyone aged 14+
Get this book →Enlightening and moving, As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow is an incredibly poignant book that you will never forget. It follows a young woman living in war-torn Syria, who spends her days working in a hospital. This is one of the most impactful and important books that I've read in my life, and I would really recommend it to anyone. It does cover some heavier topics, so this is one for older teens and adults.
Get this book →Perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, Scythe is a powerful novel set in a utopia in which humans have cured hunger, war, and crime, making death a thing of the past. It follows two teenagers who have been selected to train as apprentice scythes- professionals who are responsible for maintaining the population numbers. This series explores complex issues such as morality and power, all whilst being engaging and thrilling throughout. Recommended for ages 13+ due to some violent content
Get this book →A very sweet romance, To All The Boys I've Loved Before, by Jenny Han is a lovely read. Not only does it explore romance, but also sisterhood and the importance of family. It's also adapted into a very fun Netflix film! Perfect for all ages
Get this book →Gone, described by Stephen King as, 'a driving, torrential narrative’, is the first book in a series of thrilling sci-fi novels. It's set in a fictional town in California, and follows a group of teenagers and kids as they navigate life after everyone aged 15 and above suddenly disappears. As if that wasn't difficult enough, some of them start to develop strange powers... Contains some violent scenes, so recommended for ages 13+, however it is a great read for adults too
Get this book →Five students went to detention. Only four came out alive. One Of Us Is Lying is a murder-mystery thriller that will keep you wanting more. It's a classic locked room mystery, adapted for the modern day. Packed full of secrets and twists, you won't want to put it down. Now also adapted into a series on Netflix Recommended reading age 14+
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