Best Books For Young Adults | 10 Must-Read Books For Young Adults

Must Read Books For Young Adults

Whether you’re searching for an escape or someone to relate to. Books can be your companion. From relatable characters to fun experiences to family drama, young-adult books have got it all covered. In the realm of literature of there is always something for everyone else. But which book to choose? Searching for some young adult books? Guess what you’ve stumbled across the right place. Here are the best books for young adults that are a must-read. From situation ships to family drama to a havoc of a college life, we got everything on the list.

10 Best Books For Young Adults List

10 Best Books For Young Adults

Looking for Alaska by John Green

Looking For Alaska by John Green is a perfect young adult book to understand loss, change, and death. Miles Halter never really had friends, so he doesn’t expect much when he moves to Culver Creek. Culver Creek is a fairly normal boarding school with the same familiarities. But what Miles doesn’t know is that Culver Creek will change me forever.

He meets Alaska Young; a loud, lively, and loving girl. He is attracted to her like a moth to a flame. However, he doesn’t expect much because she has a boyfriend. One night when they are all drunk, Alaska kisses him. She ignites the flame of hope in Miles. But the next day she is gone. Where did she run off to? What happened? Now Miles is left to solve the mystery.  A story about first love, hostel life, loss, grief, forgiving, and moving on. Read Full Summary

The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

Charlie is a shy, little introvert guy. There is no one he can share his feelings with, so he writes letters to an anonymous person. He pours his heart out in the letters. He lets everything out from the suicide of his Middle School friend to and death of his favorite aunt Helen. Everything is taking a toll on his life.

He befriends two of his seniors  Patrick and Sam who aren’t the best of company. Charlie starts indulging in alcohol and drugs due to them. His life couldn’t turn worse when he gets to know that his sister is pregnant with the baby of an abusive man. In the truth and dare game, he kisses Sam which doesn’t receive nice feedback. Will Charlie be ever able to gain control of his life? A story about confusion, peer pressure, instability, and love.

The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton

Trigger Warnings: Gang violence, substance abuse, and dysfunctional families

Ponyboy Curtis belongs to the Greasers; a gang of boys with no money, low class, and nothing for a stake. The Greasers have a sworn rivalry with the Socs; a gang of boys with money, class, and everything up their sleeves. Both gangs belong to two different classes and thinking. They have their usual clashes until one-day things get out of hand.

Johnny one of the Greasers kills one of the Socs to protect Ponyboy. This causes havoc within the two gangs and full-blown clash spurts. How will both gangs emerge after the fire is extinguished? A very controversial book. A story about discrimination, rivalry, loss, grief, and harsh circumstances.

To Kill A Mocking Bird by Harper Lee

This is the kind of book that every human should read. Attic Finch is playing a dangerous game. He is defending a black man. A man accused of rape or “Black Man Accused of Assaulting a White Woman”. That’s the scandal. Racism prevails in the time and people have already come to a conviction. Scout Finch is just a little girl and doesn’t understand why her father Atticus is getting so much hate.

She goes through a journey of changes, realization, and growth. She witnesses the court trial, the hateful eyes towards the innocent man, and the final conviction. What did the court decide? Will the accused man win against racism? A story about racism, injustice, cruel reality, and realization.

Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling

This book probably doesn’t need any introduction. Harry Potter is tired of his good-for-nothing Aunt and Uncle. Until he is swiped to Hogwarts and discovers he is a wizard. He discovers many other things, Voldemort is after him, his parents were killed by him, and now the looming fear of the resurrection of Voldemort arises. Throughout the series, we see him, Hermione, and Ron go through adventures. The ultimate result we either be the destruction of the Wizarding Worlds or the Defeat of Voldemort. A story about friendship, loss, war, evil, and triumph of good over evil.

The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

Hazel’s life was predetermined. She has always been and will be terminally ill. Until Augustus Waters makes an appearance in the Cancer Kid Support Group. He too has his struggles but is determined to give everything to Hazel. Even though Augustus had a prosthetic leg, his spirit is intact. He and Hazel have hilarious, sarcastic, and deep conversations. He pulls a depressed Hazel out of the bubble of misery. They take a trip to Amsterdam to discover things, fall in love, and live. It’s not totally about illness but about living and cherishing the life we are given. A story about life, loss, grief, disease, and love.

Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell

Cath and Wren are two inseparable twin sisters. They have always been each other’s support system. Cath is a shy introvert girl who indulges in writing fan fiction all the time. She is more open and fun in her fictional world than in the real world. Now they have to go to college and Wren decides she needs to change. She wishes to get out of her comfort zone and be more independent. This leaves Cath alone to cope with her new life. Amongst dealing with her mother’s death and a professor who religiously dislikes fan fiction, she also has to deal with her roommates and navigate her life. A story about facing reality, anxiety, and sisterhood.

Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell

Eleanor is new in the town. She isn’t the cool girl. She is lonely with crazy red hair, complicated family situations, and mismatched clothes. Then she meets Park. He sits beside her on the bus. He isn’t particularly loud or extroverted. He is quiet, controlled, and careful. They both have a ritual to share the back seat on the bus. They start with sharing comics and move to late-night conversations. Park might be invisible to others but to Eleanor, he is the coolest person, the most outshining person. It’s a story of how two not-so-perfect souls fall in love and find their way. A story about societal standards, love, teenage romance, and friendship.

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

Liesel Meminger’s life turned into pure hell when she was forced out of her country. Living in Nazi Germany, she witnessed her brother die right in front of her eyes and now she is headed to her foster home. Living with The Hubermann family is kind of bittersweet experience. Her foster mother Rosa Hubermann isn’t much pleasant but her foster father Hans Hubermann is the best guardian she could have.

He soothes her during nightmares and teaches her how to read. Gradually she becomes comfortable in her new house and neighborhood. She also befriends Rudy Steiner and spends her days reading, stealing books, playing football and so much more. Until one day,  Max Vanderberg; a Jew lands on their doorsteps. How will this change her life?  A story about separation, loss, war, love, and survival.

Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli

Simon Spier is sixteen and trying to figure out a lot of things. He has a nice family and friends but there is one trouble. He is yet to come out to them as gay. Meanwhile, he is falling for Blue; his online fellow gay friend. They haven’t revealed their identities yet and communicate via email. They share a beautiful connection and talk about everything. One day the emails get into the wrong hands and Simon becomes a victim of blackmailing. He doesn’t wish to reveal his and Blue’s identity. But he knows sooner or later he has to. How will it turn out? A story about societal standards, love, LGTBQ, and courage.

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Conclusion

Among the sea of possible books these were some of the best books for young adults. Each of these books have something unique and intriguing for you. You’ll a lot from the characters and the situations. These books can be transformative and inspiring as they deal with humane problems on a ground level. Whether it be Mile’s confusing feelings, Simon’s fear or Harry’s loneliness. They are more than just stories and characters, they are our reflecting mirror. Each recommendations is a must-read for every young adult. If you’re a young-adult who’s confused, stressed, and annoyed. Don’t worry, just grab a cup of coffee and dive into these books.

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