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the maze runner

james dashner

4.0(160)~6 h 40 min book2009

Dive into the thrilling world of 'The Maze Runner,' where Thomas must navigate a mysterious maze and uncover his lost identity.

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    The Hunger Games

    Suzanne Collins

    4.1(558)~6 h 10 min book2008

    Join Katniss Everdeen in a gripping tale of survival and rebellion in Panem's brutal Hunger Games. Action, romance, and social critique await!

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    Restart

    Gordon Korman

    3.8(18)~4 h 10 min book2017

    Explore 'Restart' by Gordon Korman, a gripping tale of amnesia, identity, and personal growth as Chase Ambrose redefines his life.

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    Legendborn

    Tracey Deonn

    4.5(16)~8 h 20 min book2020

    Join Bree Matthews as she uncovers magic, grief, and Arthurian legends at UNC-Chapel Hill in Tracey Deonn's captivating debut.

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  4. Cover of The running Dream4

    The running Dream

    wendelin van draanen

    ~4 h 30 min book2011

    Discover Wendelin Van Draanen's inspiring tale of Jess Carlisle, a track star overcoming adversity with hope and friendship after a life-changing accident.

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    girl missing

    Sophie McKenzie

    ~4 h 30 min book2009

    Join Lauren on her thrilling quest for identity and truth in Sophie McKenzie’s captivating young adult novel, 'Girl, Missing.'

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  6. Cover of The Forgotten Girl6

    The Forgotten Girl

    India Hill Brown

    ~3 h 30 min book2019

    Join Amina in 'The Forgotten Girl' as she uncovers hidden stories of the past, exploring themes of memory and friendship in a captivating tale.

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  7. Cover of year of the reaper7

    year of the reaper

    makiia lucier

    ~5 h 50 min book2021

    Dive into Makiia Lucier's Year of the Reaper, a tale of war, grief, and resilience in a plague-ridden world. Discover Cassie's journey today!

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    Apple (Skin to the Core)

    Eric Gansworth

    2022

    Explore identity and culture in Eric Gansworth's hybrid memoir, 'Apple (Skin to the Core)', a powerful journey through Native American life.

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    Twilight Saga

    Stefanie Meyer

    ~40 h book

    Discover the captivating romance and supernatural intrigue of the Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer, where love meets danger in Forks, Washington.

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    Jackie Robinson

    Blake Hoena

    ~1 h 20 min book2025

    Discover the life of Jackie Robinson, a baseball legend and civil rights pioneer, in this insightful biography by Blake Hoena.

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  11. Cover of The hate you give11

    The hate you give

    Angie Thomas

    4.3(134)~9 h 20 min book2017

    Explore Angie Thomas's 'The Hate U Give,' a gripping tale of race, identity, and social justice that resonates with today's youth.

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  12. Cover of Heartless12

    Heartless

    Marissa Meyers

    4.0(35)~9 h book2000

    Discover the captivating tale of Cath, a young woman torn between love and ambition in Marissa Meyer's 'Heartless.' A must-read for Wonderland fans!

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  13. Cover of The famous five13

    The famous five

    Enid Blyton

    4.2(24)~2 h 30 min book1942

    Join Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and Timmy in Enid Blyton's classic series of friendship and adventure. Discover timeless escapades today!

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  14. Cover of The Sun And The Star14

    The Sun And The Star

    Rick Riordan & Mark Oshiro

    4.3(20)~6 h 40 min book2023

    Join Nico and Will on a thrilling Underworld adventure in 'The Sun and the Star'! Explore love, friendship, and self-discovery in this new Riordan tale.

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  15. Cover of if you could see the sun15

    if you could see the sun

    ann liang

    4.0(13)~6 h book2022

    Explore Alice Sun's journey of self-acceptance in Ann Liang's captivating YA novel about identity, belonging, and the magic of invisibility.

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  16. Cover of a great and terrible beauty16

    a great and terrible beauty

    Libba Bray

    3.6(13)~8 h book2005

    Join Gemma Doyle at Spence Academy as she discovers her powers, navigates friendship, and confronts dark forces in this gripping Victorian tale.

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  17. Cover of Ace of Spades17

    Ace of Spades

    Faridah Abike-Iyimide

    ~6 h 40 min book2019

    Dive into 'Ace of Spades' by Faridah Abike-Iyimide, a thrilling tale of identity, race, and privilege at an elite school. Unravel the mystery!

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  18. Cover of meet molly18

    meet molly

    valerie tripp

    ~1 h book1943

    Join Molly McIntire in Valerie Tripp's 'Meet Molly' as she navigates life during WWII, revealing the era's challenges and triumphs.

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    max

    ~5 h book2009

    Discover the heartwarming story of Max, a boy navigating life's challenges with courage and the bond of family and animals in this captivating novel.

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  20. Cover of The Red Umbrella20

    The Red Umbrella

    Christina Gonzalez

    ~3 h 20 min book2010

    Explore Lucia's struggle with her Cuban-American identity and her bond with her brother in this poignant tale of separation and cultural heritage.

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