The 91 Best YA Books of 2019 So Far
Get ready for fantasy, highly anticipated sequels, and heartbreaking reads.
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Just when you thought your TBR list couldn't get any bigger, 2019 came along and decided to bring out some of the best books of all time. Some well-loved series are ending, while others are just getting started this year. Meanwhile, standalone books continue to steal people's hearts and leaving them hoping that the author changes their mind to turn them into a series instead. But, no matter what, 2019 has certainly not been good for that never-ending TBR list that will certainly keep growing as you go down on this list. Luckily, you can never have too many books and these have certainly stood out from the rest in filling our hearts and minds with new stories and characters to fall in love with.
Whether you're looking to jump into a new fantasy world or you're looking for that ultimate contemporary read that transports you to a different part of this earth, there is something here for everyone. These are Seventeen’s picks for the best books of 2019 (so far)...
"Reverie" by Ryan La Sala
Kane Montgomery can't remember his life before the big car accident. But when he is suddenly transported to different worlds, he must try to figure out what is happening and learn more about his past.
Release date: December 3, 2019
"Children of Virtue and Vengeance" by Tomi Adeyemi
After bringing magic back to Orisha, Zélie and Amari face a brand new threat when the nobles also become a form of magic wielders called tîtans. Their original plan to bring the world together is now in shambles and they must try to find a way to make sure Amari takes over the throne before it's too late for them and the rest of the maji.
Release date: December 3, 2019
"Reputation" by Sara Shepard
The Pretty Little Liars author is back with another crazy novel that you won't be able to put down. 40,000 emails from various people at Aldrich University have been exposed and they're filled with secrets. Meanwhile, daughter of the school's president, Kit Manning, has her life turned upside down when her husband is murdered. With the help of her investigative reporter sister, she must use the emails to find out who killed him and clear her name.
Release date: December 3, 2019
"Such a Fun Age" by Kiley Reid
Emira Tucker is called in last-minute to her babysitting job due to an emergency. While she’s out with the young child she's supposed to be taking care of, she’s accused of kidnapping the child, because she’s Black and the child is white. Her employer, Alix, tries to make things right, but realizes that things are more complicated than she thinks. The two women struggle to come to terms with this event that brought them closer together.
Release date: December 31, 2019
"Call Down the Hawk" by Maggie Stiefvater
Ronan Lynch's story continues with a brand new trilogy thanks to Call Down the Hawk. Maggie Stiefvater continues the series with a darker and grittier story that fans of The Raven Cycle will love and new fans can easily fall into. Ronan tries to figure out the mysterious voice that has come into his dreams to teach him something new. But can he trust it?
Release date: November 5, 2019
"The Toll" by Neal Shusterman
Three years after Rowan and Citra have disappeared, The Thunderhead is still in power and only answers to Greyson Tolliver. Greyson tries to use his new leadership role to help lead a new group, however, the Scythes are not giving up without a fight in this heart-pounding finale.
Release date: November 5, 2019
"The Guinevere Deception" by Kiersten White
Princess Guinevere heads off to Camelot to marry King Arthur in order to help protect the very land she is about to lead. However, Guinevere is not even her real name and she must hide her true self for the greater good. When her memories come back to haunt her, she must come to terms with who she really is over who she is pretending to be.
Release date: November 5, 2019
"Supernova" by Marissa Meyer
Marissa Meyer brings her Renegades trilogy to an end in a final novel that brings Nova and Adrian face-to-face with their biggest threat yet in order to protect Galton City. Their very own identities are now in danger and they must do anything possible, including working with their worst enemies, in order to protect each other and the people of Glaton.
Release date: November 5, 2019
"The Queen of Nothing" by Holly Black
Holly Black has proven herself to be the queen of YA in 2019 with her third appearance on this list. In the stunning and highly-anticipated conclusion to the Folk of the Air series, Jude must try to find her way back to the faerie world after being exiled in order to save her sister. Holly delivers with a finale that makes you wish there was more to this world and hope that she'll return back to it in the near future.
Release date: November 19, 2019
"Rebel" by Marie Lu
Six years after the end of Legend, Marie Lu returns to her fantastical world by following Day and his younger brother, Eden, as they discover a darker part of Ross City that they never imagined. Day must try to figure out a way to get his brother back, even if it means losing June.
Release date: October 1, 2019
"Cursed" by Thomas Wheeler and Frank Miller
In a fun and adventurous twist on the classic Arthurian legend, join the Lady of the Lake, Nimue, as her life changes when she gets her hands on a legendary sword. Together with Arthur and Merlin, she must stop a powerful, evil force that is out to get their loved ones. It's also a soon to be a Netflix series starring 13 Reasons Why's Katherine Langford.
Release date: October 1, 2019
"10 Blind Dates" by Ashley Elston
After her boyfriend suggests they take a break from their relationship over the holidays, Sophie decides to spend Christmas with her extended family. They come up with the idea to send her on 10 blind dates in hopes of helping her to get over her heartbreak.
Release date: October 1, 2019
"The Beautiful" by Renée Ahdieh
Celine Rousseau moves from France to New Orleans, Louisiana in hopes of a new and safe life. But, when a strange string of murders happen around the city, Celine finds herself drawn into a darker part of the town that she never expected. She meets shady characters and some familiar creatures that she never thought she would interact with: vampires.
Release date: October 8, 2019
"Ninth House" by Leigh Bardugo
Alex Stern finds herself thrown into a mysterious inner-world within Yale University after she is offered a full-ride to the school under strange circumstances. She soon finds out the people behind her new opportunities are hoping to use her to find out the crazy mystery that surrounds their secret societies. What she finds is darker than she could've ever imagined.
Release date: October 8, 2019
"Heart of the Moors" by Holly Black
Faerie queen Holly Black welcomes familiar readers to new territory with her first Disney novel. The story follows Maleficent between the self-titled film and the 2019 sequel, Mistress of Evil. Fans of the iconic Disney villain learn more about her in this dark and incredible fantasy that only Holly can bring to life.
Release date: October 8, 2019
"Fireborne" by Rosaria Munda
The most mesmerizing debut of the year, Rosaria Munda brings to life a fantastical new world featuring dragons and the ultimate battle between your birthright and who you truly want to be. Best friends Annie and Lee find themselves at odds when they have to fight for the top spot in their dragon-riding army. Meanwhile, they also discover that the very people they are fighting for are hiding a big plan from them, one that will also affect the futures of those who are closest to them.
Release date: October 15, 2019
"Jackpot" by Nic Stone
Nic Stone continues to delight audiences with a brand new novel that brings to light class and race differences in a way that's never been done before. When someone ends up buying a winning lottery ticket from the gas station shop that Rico works at everyday, she works with her wealthy classmate Zan in order to figure out who won in hopes of getting lucky herself.
Release date: October 15, 2019
"Serpent & Dove" by Shelby Mahurin
Louise le Blanc is a witch who leaves her coven in hopes of using her magical skills for her own profit. After a heist goes wrong and she's stuck getting married to Reid Diggory, a captain who is also a witch hunter, the unlikely duo find themselves falling in love. This unexpected turn causes them to go against the very ideals they have grown up to believe.
Release date: September 3, 2019
"Frankly in Love" by David Yoon
David Yoon's debut novel is a huge win, thanks to its incredible and relatable story. When Frank Li starts dating the girl of his dreams, he realizes that he must hide his relationship from his parents as they expect him to date a Korean girl. His friend, Joy Song, agrees to be in a fake relationship with him, but he soon realizes he might not know everything about love at all.
Release date: September 10, 2019
"Red Skies Falling" by Alex London
Alex London does it again in this riveting continuation to The Skybound Saga that will leave fans breathless and wanting to find out what happens next. Twins Kylee and Brysen are not only separated by distance, but by the places they call home and their political affiliations. With a war looming and the twins finding themselves of opposite sides, things are bound to be more complicated than ever between them.
Release date: September 3, 2019
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