Z-Library: The Top 10 Young Adult Fiction This Year!

Young adult fiction has always been a genre that captures the imagination of readers, young and old. Whether it’s a dystopian world filled with danger and adventure or a coming-of-age tale that touches the heart, young adult fiction has something for everyone. In z library, there has been no shortage of incredible stories that have taken you by storm this year. 

From female solid protagonists to LGBTQ+ representation, these novels will push the boundaries of being young. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at the top 10 young adult fiction novels this year on Z-Library. So sit back, relax, and get ready to be transported to new worlds and meet unforgettable characters that will stay with you long after you turn the final page. Let’s begin at number 1 on the list!

#1. Children of the Red Star by Tessa Elwood

Children of the Red Star is a stunning debut novel by Elwood that takes readers on a journey through a dystopian world filled with danger and adventure. It follows sixteen-year-old Anya, who is chosen to lead her people to safety after a devastating war has left their land uninhabitable. Elwood’s writing is vivid, and her world-building is superb, transporting readers to a familiar and strange world. Anya is a fantastic protagonist, strong and determined. But she’s also vulnerable and flawed. Her journey is one of self-discovery and growth, and readers will root for her every step of the way. It is a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction.

#2. She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan

She Who Became the Sun is a stunning reimagining of the rise of the Ming Dynasty in China. It follows a young girl who takes on her dead brother’s identity to survive and rises to become a powerful leader. Parker-Chan’s writing is lyrical and poetic, and her characters are complex and well-drawn. The novel is a powerful exploration of gender and identity, and it will leave readers thinking long after they turn the final page. It is a stunning debut that cements Parker-Chan as a rising star in the world of young adult fiction.

#3. The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna

The Gilded Ones is a gripping tale of a young girl who discovers that she is not human but a demon. Deka must navigate a world that fears and hates her kind while also coming to terms with her own identity and power. Her journey is both thrilling and emotional, and her world-building is fantastic. Forna’s debut is a triumph, and fans can’t wait to see where she takes this story next.

#4. Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley

Firekeeper’s Daughter is a powerful coming-of-age tale that explores identity, culture, and family. It follows Daunis, a young biracial girl who must navigate the complexities of her identity while also working to solve a crime that threatens her community. Boulley’s writing is beautiful and poignant, and her characters are complex and well-drawn. Daunis is a fantastic protagonist whose journey is powerful and heartbreaking, making Firekeeper’s Daughter a must-read for fans of young adult fiction.

#5. Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

Ace of Spades is a gripping thriller that explores race, class, and power in the world of an elite private school. It follows two students, Devon and Chiamaka, who are both targeted by Aces, a mysterious and dangerous figure. The world of Ace of Spades is both familiar and disturbing, and it will leave readers thinking long after they turn the final page. Devon and Chiamaka are fantastic protagonists, and their journey is both thrilling and emotional. The story is both thrilling and emotional. It is a must-read for fans of thrillers and young adult fiction.

#6. The Mirror Season by Anna-Marie McLemore

The Mirror Season is a haunting tale of love, trauma, and healing. It follows two teenagers, Graciela and Lock, who both deal with the aftermath of sexual assault. As they work to heal and find their way forward, they discover a connection transcending time and space. McLemore’s writing is lyrical and poetic, and the story is beautiful and painful. The novel is a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction and young adult fiction.

#7. Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean

Tokyo Ever After is a delightful coming-of-age tale that follows a Japanese-American teenager who discovers she is a princess. Izumi must navigate the complexities of royal life while also dealing with the challenges of being a teenager in a new and unfamiliar world. Jean’s writing is witty and charming, and her characters are relatable and endearing. The world of Tokyo Ever After is both dazzling and overwhelming, and it will leave readers enchanted. It’s a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction and young adult fiction.

#8. The Ones We’re Meant to Find by Joan He

The Ones We’re Meant to Find is a stunning work of science fiction that explores identity, memory, and the nature of humanity. It follows two sisters, Cee and Kasey, as they struggle to find their place in a world devastated by climate change. As they work to uncover the truth about their past and their future, they discover a connection that transcends time and space. Joan’s writing is elegant and sophisticated. The story is beautiful and terrifying. It’s a must-read for fans of science fiction and young adult fiction.

#9. These Feathered Flames by Alexandra Overy

These Feathered Flames is a thrilling fantasy tale that follows two sisters, one destined to be queen and the other a powerful mage, navigating the treacherous world of court politics. Overy’s writing is lush and atmospheric. The story is magical and dangerous, and the sisters are fantastic protagonists. It is a must-read for fans of fantasy and young adult fiction, and it cements her place as a rising star in the genre.

#10. The Project by Courtney Summers

The Project is a gripping thriller exploring cults’ dangers and the power of sisterhood. It follows two sisters, Lo and Bea, who both deal with the aftermath of their parents’ deaths. Lo must work to uncover the truth of what happened to her sister and bring her back to the world she left behind. Summers’ writing is tense and suspenseful, and her characters are complex and well-drawn. The world of The Project is both fascinating and terrifying, and it will leave readers thinking long after they turn the final page. The Project is a must-read for fans of thrillers and young adult fiction.

Conclusion

This sums up the top 10 young adult novels this year. If you need help with which one to read, our advice is to try it all since you can do it for free on Z Library! The list a just a tiny fraction of the young adult fiction novels it had in its repository. Don’t waste your time, and start reading right now!