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the BEST young adult book series (in order)
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some of my absolute favourite book series (as an avid reader), appropriate for ages 13+
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The Folk of the Air
 
Secret Shanghai
 
Caraval/OUABH
 
Grishaverse
 
AGGGTM
 
Shatter Me

The Folk of the Air

a wonderful beginner fantasy series with beautiful worldbuilding

 
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amazing political fantasy which explores betrayal, love, and the complexities of identity
The Cruel Prince (Folk of the Air Series #1) by Holly Black
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yearning, betrayal, love, and political scheming
The Wicked King (Folk of the Air Series #2)
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magic, the fight for power, and love
The Queen of Nothing (Folk of the Air Series #3)
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a perfect return to the world of Elfame
The Stolen Heir by Holly Black
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an engaging conclusion to the series
The Prisoner's Throne
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Secret Shanghai

gorgeous scifi Shakespeare retellings

 
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a gripping enemies to lovers scifi Shakespeare retelling
These Violent Delights (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Chloe Gong
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an emotional and thrilling sequel of love and action
Our Violent Ends (B&N Exclusive Edition)
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spies, love, scifi need I say more
Foul Lady Fortune by Chloe Gong
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a MUST READ for this series, beautiful anf shocking
Last Violent Call by Chloe Gong
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the perfect conclusion to this series
Foul Heart Huntsman: Exclusive Edition
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Caraval/OUABH

Stephanie Garber will always be THAT GIRL when it comes to a beautiful fantasy series

 
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such a gripping fantasy of magic, betrayal, and action
Caraval by Stephanie Garber
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an absolute work of art
Legendary by Stephanie Garber
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gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous
Finale by Stephanie Garber
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an absolutely and perfect gorgeous fantasy
Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber
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hands down one of the best books I have ever read, 6-star read
The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber
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a beautiful finale to this series
A Curse for True Love by Stephanie Garber
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Grishaverse

a stunning fantasy franchise that I will always recommend

 
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a beautifully written fantasy series of suspense and magic
Shadow and Bone Trilogy
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one of my favourite books of all time, found family and heists
Six of Crows: The Dregs Edition
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an absolutely gaw-dropping book, so stunning and emotional
Crooked Kingdom (Six of Crows Series #2) by Leigh Bardugo
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AGGGTM

a suspenseful mystery series of deceit, betrayal, and action

 
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a gripping mystery perfect for teens
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Series
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Shatter Me

 
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a must read young adult dystopian series
Shatter Me Series
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