{"id":1449798,"date":"2024-08-02T17:52:29","date_gmt":"2024-08-02T21:52:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sparknotes.com\/blog\/?p=1449798"},"modified":"2024-08-02T17:52:30","modified_gmt":"2024-08-02T21:52:30","slug":"our-most-anticipated-ya-books-of-august-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/our-most-anticipated-ya-books-of-august-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Most Anticipated YA Books of August 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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August means dwindling summer nights and days heading toward the inevitable return to school \u2014 but fear not, these new reads will be with you every step of the way. From butterfly-inducing romance to thrillers that’ll make you want to plan a murder mystery night with your friends, August promises to be a month of stellar stories<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Girl with No Reflection<\/em><\/a> by \u00a0Keshe Chow<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This is not a traditional love story. Horror and fantasy unite in this unsettling tale of mystery, adventure and deception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Death at Morning House<\/em><\/a> by \u00a0Maureen Johnson<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

With dueling timelines, this is a mystery with constant twists, refreshing representation and so much fun. And when you’re done, check out \u00a0Nine Liars<\/em> \u00a0if you haven’t already.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunderworld, Vol. I: The Extraordinary Disappointments of Leopold Berry<\/strong><\/em><\/a> by Ransom Riggs<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ransom Riggs is as enjoyable as ever with this fantastical and quirky new world that’s an ode to Hollywood, memory and imagination. And remember: Never underestimate the power of nostalgia \u2014 or a cursed VHS tape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hemlock House: A Liar’s Beach Novel<\/em><\/a> by \u00a0Katie Cotugno<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

With suspects aplenty and feelings spreading like wildfire, this romance-tinged mystery will get your heart racing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Temptation of Magic<\/a> <\/em>by \u00a0Megan Scott<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The start of an exciting romantasy trilogy that packs an enemies-to-lovers romance and dark academia vibes into a paranormal storyline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forging Silver into Stars<\/em> (Limited Special Edition)<\/a> by \u00a0Brigid Kemmerer<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This first book in a new trilogy from Brigid Kemmerer is a welcome return to the Cursebreaker universe. Readers old and new will find themselves captivated by the action, romance, and political intrigue Kemmerer has intertwined into this wholly engaging new tale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One House Left<\/em><\/a> <\/strong>by \u00a0Vincent Ralph<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

While we gained new fears with \u00a014 Ways to Die<\/em> \u00a0and \u00a0Lock the Doors<\/em>, we’re ready to sleep with the lights on indefinitely after Ralph’s latest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Sunbearer Trials<\/em><\/a> by \u00a0Aiden Thomas<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This Mexican-inspired fantasy duology will have readers on the edge of their seats through a series of trials with the highest of stakes. Fame, glory, and survival are all on the line in the first installment of a new series by the beloved author of \u00a0The Cemetery Bo<\/em>ys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Banh Mi for Two<\/a><\/em> by \u00a0Trinity Nguyen<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Mouth-watering foods, complicated family mythologies, and blogging! \u00a0A B\u00c3\u00a1nh M\u00c3\u00ac for Two<\/em> \u00a0is a romance worth savoring and perfect to read on vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Getaway<\/em><\/a> by \u00a0Lamar Giles<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes a smile hides more than we think. Giles’ terrifying take on the wealthy vs the working class is a dystopian story that chills down to the bone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice<\/em><\/a> by \u00a0Katie Cicatelli-Kuc<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Rival coffee shops and autumnal flavors galore. \u00a0Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice<\/em> \u00a0is a cup of sugary sweet romance and small-town charm that will make you hit rewind on all your favorite rom-coms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guardians of Dawn: Zhara<\/a><\/em> by \u00a0S. Jae-Jones<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

A vividly imagined magical world acts as the backdrop for \u00a0Guardians of Dawn: Zhara<\/em>, a fairy tale twist on Cinderella with a sprinkle of Sailor Moon. Complete with a vibrant cast of characters and a steamy romance, S. Jae-Jones’ latest tale is an immersive escape into a fantasy realm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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