Books About Young Adults

The Best Young Adults Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about young adults? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Minecraft Volume 3 (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
The Sea of Monsters: The Graphic Novel
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
The Hidden Kingdom (Graphic Novel)
#3 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Spy School Goes South
#6 in Series
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Young Adults

City Spies
Sale price
$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

City Spies

By James Ponti · Book #1 in the City Spies series

A young hacker joins a secret spy team to stop a villain and save the world.

378 pages· 64,521 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 18,795 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Sara Martinez, a skilled hacker, faces juvenile detention until a British spy offers her a new life with a secret MI6 team. Now, part of the City Spies, Sara must navigate espionage, teamwork, and danger. As she heads to Paris, she must prevent a rival from winning a fortune and stop a looming threat. Can Sara and her diverse team of young spies outsmart the villains and save the day?
Minecraft Volume 3 (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Minecraft Volume 3 (Graphic Novel)

By Sfe R. Monster, Sarah Graley (Illustrator), Stef Purenins (Illustrator), John J. Hill (Illustrator)

A team faces their toughest challenge in the Nether without their expert guide.

88 pages· 748 words· Est. 9 min read
6.8/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 397 ratings
$10.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: In the depths of Minecraft's Nether, Candace, Evan, Tobi, Tyler, and their expert Grace stumble upon a mysterious portal. As new threats emerge, Grace's guidance falters, leaving the team to confront their greatest challenge yet—alone. Can they unite and overcome the unknown dangers lurking in the bastion, or will their reliance on Grace prove their undoing? Adventure and peril await as they navigate this uncharted territory, testing their courage and teamwork to the limit.
The Ghostfaces
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2016

The Ghostfaces

By John Flanagan · Book #6 in the The Brotherband Chronicles series

Stranded in unknown lands, a crew faces a fierce tribe's impending attack. Can they defend their new allies?

416 pages· 93,044 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 10,634 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Caught in a storm, the Brotherband crew lands on mysterious shores, where they save children from a marauding bear. Their bravery earns them the trust of the hidden Mawagansett tribe. But peace shatters as the Ghostfaces, a fearsome tribe, return to wreak havoc. With an invasion looming, Hal and his crew must rally to protect their newfound friends. Will they succeed against overwhelming odds?
The Sea of Monsters: The Graphic Novel
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2013

The Sea of Monsters: The Graphic Novel

By Rick Riordan, Robert Venditti (Adapter), Attila Futaki (Illustrator), Tamás Gáspár (Colorist) · Book #2 in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians Graphic Novels series

Percy faces cannibal giants and a poisoned camp. Can he save his world?

128 pages· 1,841 words· Est. 17 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 25,360 ratings
$14.99Save 7%
Paperback
Summary: Percy Jackson's quiet school year shatters when dodgeball turns deadly against cannibal giants. With Camp Half-Blood's magical borders poisoned, Percy and Annabeth must venture into the Sea of Monsters. As they race to save their haven, Percy uncovers a family secret that challenges his identity as Poseidon's son. Will he find the cure in time, or is his lineage a cruel twist of fate?
Bitter Enemies
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

Bitter Enemies

By R. A. Spratt · Book #7 in the Friday Barnes series

Chaos at Highcrest Academy: Can Friday Barnes solve the mystery amid mischief and mayhem?

272 pages· 40,835 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,116 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: At Highcrest Academy's anniversary, chaos ensues as four mischievous former headmasters stir trouble. Young detective Friday Barnes faces a tangled web: a paleo diet revolt, a friend's brother haunted by a boat accident, and a mysterious admirer—or stalker—on her trail. Can Friday untangle the truth amidst the mayhem and restore order before the celebrations end in disaster?
The Hidden Kingdom (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Hidden Kingdom (Graphic Novel)

By Tui T. Sutherland, Barry Deutsch (Adapter), Rachel Swirsky (Adapter), Mike Holmes (Illustrator), Maarta Laiho (Colorist) · Book #3 in the Wings of Fire Graphic Novels series

A dragonet uncovers a hidden threat, risking peace to save her kind.

217 pages· 15,620 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 9,608 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Glory, a misunderstood RainWing dragonet, discovers her kind are mysteriously vanishing. Determined to uncover the truth, she must rally her sleepy tribe and confront a looming war. Can Glory defy expectations and save her kingdom from an unseen danger, or will her quest drag them into chaos? As secrets unfold, the stakes rise, and Glory's hidden talents may be the key to their survival. Dive into a world where destiny and courage collide in this thrilling graphic novel adventure.
The Last Olympian
Sale price
$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2009

The Last Olympian

By Rick Riordan · Book #5 in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series

Demigods prepare for a final battle against Titans, with fate and prophecy looming.

448 pages· 89,098 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.6/5 Goodreads · 1,186,289 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Percy Jackson faces his greatest challenge as the prophecy of his sixteenth birthday unfolds. With the Titans growing stronger, the battle for Western civilization erupts in Manhattan. As gods and half-bloods clash, Percy must confront the chilling possibility that he might be fighting against his own destiny. Can he alter his fate, or is he doomed to fulfill a prophecy that could change everything? Dive into this thrilling conclusion where every choice could mean the difference between victory and catastrophe.
Spy School Goes South
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Spy School Goes South

By Stuart Gibbs · Book #6 in the Spy School series

A mission to expose SPYDER turns deadly, testing young Ben's survival skills.

384 pages· 69,692 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 9,768 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Thirteen-year-old Ben Ripley is lured to Mexico by his nemesis, Murray Hill, with a promise to expose SPYDER's elite. Joined by Erica Hale, Ben must navigate a perilous mission that spirals out of control. Facing rogue agents, trained killers, and hungry crocodiles, Ben races against time to uncover SPYDER's latest scheme. Can he outsmart his foes and thwart their sinister plans, or will this mission be his last? The stakes are high, and the danger is real in this thrilling Spy School adventure.
Royal Icing
Sale price
$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

Royal Icing

By Sheryl Berk, Carrie Berk · The Cupcake Club series

A cupcake club faces a royal challenge in London. Can they succeed without their leader?

144 pages· 15,777 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 126 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Kylie, president of Peace, Love, and Cupcakes, faces a sweet crisis when the club travels to London. Tasked with creating two thousand cupcakes for Lady Wakefield, the club must shape them into the iconic London Bridge. As Kylie grapples with feeling sidelined, she must find her place before the club—and their ambitious project—crumbles. Will Kylie rise to the occasion and keep the club together, or will their London adventure end in disaster? Discover the delicious drama and teamwork in this international cupcake escapade.
Murder Is Bad Manners
Sale price
$858
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2014

Murder Is Bad Manners

By Robin Stevens · Book #1 in the Murder Most Unladylike series

Two friends uncover a vanished body at their school. Can they solve the mystery before the killer strikes again?

336 pages· 58,450 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 29,623 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: At Deepdean School for Girls, Daisy and Hazel form a secret detective agency. When Hazel stumbles upon their science teacher's body, only for it to vanish, the duo is thrust into a real murder mystery. With suspects aplenty and motives lurking in every corner, they must gather evidence and outsmart a potential killer. As they delve deeper, the stakes rise—not just for solving the crime, but for their friendship. Can they crack the case before the murderer strikes again, or will their sleuthing put them in danger?
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