Stuck for something new to read? Looking for some inspiration/ Just something that will keep you on the edge of your seat? You'll find some highly recommended reads from other young people on this page.
Library members can request any of the reviewed books using our Online Catalogue.
Aberdeen Reads Summer Challenge 2024 is almost upon us, so why not take a look at some of the books picked out by our Children & Young People's Librarian......could your review be next to feature on this page? Share your review with us at learningdevelopment@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Heartstopper (Vol. 5) by Alice Oseman
Volume 5 of the Heartstopper series see the blossoming relationship of Charlie and Nick become that little bit more serious. Nick is about to sit his GCSEs, while Charlie is considering what will happen to their relationship when he heads off to university.
Nothing stays the same forever, but is everything about to change?
Recommend for ages 14yrs+
The re-appearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson
Sixteen years ago, Bel's mother disappeared leaving her daughter alone in the car. Bel was the only witness and the incident has haunted her life ever since. Trying to get some closure, the Price family agree to take part in a true crime documentary but this only sets off a series of events which see the family start to unravel.
Rachel Price re-appears...and life will never be the same again.
Hard hitting crime drama. Jackson fans and readers of Karen M. McManus' books will love this thriller.
Recommend for ages 13yrs+
A mind full of murder by Derek Landy
'A murder. A mystery. Two murders, actually. Well, three, if you’re counting. Oh, look, here comes a fourth...'
The irrepressible Skulduggery Pleasant teams up with Valkyrie Cain, an infamous Destroyer of Worlds, to the solve the crimes before any more innocents die. The journey will force Skulduggery and Valkyrie to confront the apocalypse they failed to defeat the last time.
A witty fantasy/horror thriller.
Recommend for ages 12yrs+
When I feel red by Lily Bailey
'I feel like I'm always ... last. Like I'm running to try and keep up with everyone but it's no good.'
Year 8 is just a nightmare for April - lessons are boring, everything is a struggle and now Ben seems to be keeping his distance. Life would be so much simpler if she could just fit in.
With her life falling apart around her ears, can April really stay true to herself and start to fit in? Try 'When I see blue' (Bailey) or 'A kind of spark' (McNicol) if this book resonated with you.
Recommend for ages 12yrs+
Nightshade revenge by Anthony Horowitz (Published July 2024)
The long-awaited new book in the 'Alex Rider' series will hit the shelves in July. The fight against deadly assassins, encountered in 'Nightshade', continues for Alex in this spy thriller.
There are lots of things which remain unresolved for Alex - brainwashed children being one of Alex's biggest challenges!
Fast-paced thriller caught up in the ever-changing, deceptive world of Augmented Reality.
Recommend for ages 12yrs+