Readers' Advisory Booklists: May 2025

In the fourth book in the Nevermoor series, Morrigan ventures into the opulent Silver District, uncovering a family mystery that entangles her in a murder investigation involving a white wedding, a golden dragon, and a red pool of blood. Recommended for fans of Harry Potter. Suitable for Yrs 7-8. Australian author.

Lynette Noni delivers a swoony, high-stakes YA romance. When disgraced actor Zander and reluctant teen Charlie are stranded after a reality show goes wrong, survival means trusting each other—despite their mutual loathing. A tension-filled, enemies-to-lovers adventure about resilience, second chances, and unexpected connection. Recommended for Yrs 7-9.

In The Good Fight, Olympic boxer Harry Garside shares his raw and inspiring journey through sport, identity, and personal growth. Blending honesty, wit, and vulnerability, he challenges traditional ideas of masculinity and opens up about his struggles and triumphs. A powerful read for teens and adults alike. Recommended for Yrs 9-12.

Set 24 years before The Hunger Games, this gripping prequel explores the brutal 50th Hunger Games and the Capitol’s growing control. With action, tension, and sharp social commentary, it’s a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction and the original series. Recommended for Yrs 9-12

This YA novel is loved by all audiences. First in a trilogy; The Road to Winter can be enjoyed as a stand-alone novel. Part dystopian-future novel and part survival story, this is a fast-moving and enthralling page-turner for young adults, set on the Victorian coast. Suitable for readers of all ages.

The Library has purchased another set of the very popular CHERUB series, which has engaged many a reluctant reader. CHERUB is an organization of highly trained, extremely talented teenage spies. Reviewed as 'Pacy writing, punchy dialogue and a gripping plot, it's got it all'. Recommneded for Yrs 7-9.