Young Adult - Teen - Gift Suggestions
Season's readings from our family to ours!
Looking for the perfect gift for a child on your list? The Lorain Public Library System staff recommends these titles.
“This Place Kills Me” by Mariko Tamaki
Transfer student Abby was one of the last people to see theatrical star Elizabeth alive, and when local authorities deem the it-girl’s death a suicide, Abby’s not convinced. There’s more to Wilburton than meets the eye and as she gets tangled in prep school intrigues, Abby wonders if Elizabeth had a secret worth killing for.
“Espada: The Will of the Blade” by Anabel Colazo
When Princess Ania discovers a mysterious sword, she begins to untangle the truth behind her land’s tales. There was a time when everyone had access to magic, until a dispute for power destroyed everything. However, there is another, very different version, in which a hero, carrying a sword, would guide and protect the people.
“Cat + Crazy” by Wataru Nadatani
Kensuke adores cats, but he’s never really been able to spend time with any. When he meets a mysteriously skilled cat guru Kensuke finds a kindred spirit who is also “absolutely kitty bonkers,” so he decides to study under this Ultimate Cat Whisperer!/p>
“Royal Heirs Academy” by Lindsey Duga
For 50 years, King Leander has ruled without naming an heir. After having his grandchildren raised out of the public eye, it’s finally time to appoint a successor by sending them to Almus Terra Academy, a boarding school infamous for breeding the world’s next generation of leaders — and liars.
“The Thrashers” by Julie Soto
The Thrashers are everything everyone wants to be. And when Emily, who desperately wanted to join, dies, the whispers about them begin. Emily’s journal surfaces and detectives close in, but as eerie messages and strange occurrences escalate, it becomes clear... Emily isn’t done with them yet.
“Best of All Worlds” by Kenneth Oppel
Xavier doesn't particularly want to go to the cabin with his dad and his dad's pregnant new wife, Nia. But family obligations are family obligations. Only... one morning he wakes up and the house isn’t where it was before. It's like it's been lifted and placed... somewhere else.
“Our Infinite Fates” by Laura Steven
Evelyn can remember all her past lives. The problem is that she’s quite fond of the one she’s in now, and if Evelyn wants to save her sister, she’ll have to find the centuries-old devil who hunts her through each life, finally break their curse and try not to fall in love… again.
“Watch Me” by Tahereh Mafi
Rosabelle is a trained assassin on Ark Island, the last refuge of The Reestablishment, the authoritarian regime toppled ten years ago. But now they’re ready to use her to make a devastating move against James, their captor and the brother of who led to their downfall in this enemies-to-lovers story.
“Nightweaver” by R.M. Gray
When a Nightweaver named Will offers Aster and her family protection and work, she is suspicious as he’s everything she’s been taught to hate. But as he shows kindness, Aster can’t ignore an attraction. And even more, Will opens her eyes: There are monsters worse than Nightweavers who may be behind her brother’s death.