He's So Possessed with Me

Corey Liu's debut YA novel, "He's So Possessed with Me," blends supernatural horror, humor, and queer romance for readers aged 12-18. It follows Colin, who realizes his best friend Ren is under the influence of a demon, disguised as a new love interest, after a hazy, terrifying incident. The book explores themes of predation, isolation, and self-doubt as Colin, with the help of unlikely allies, fights to save his friend from a literally heart-stealing entity. Parents should be aware of the prominent supernatural horror elements and themes of manipulative relationships, which are handled metaphorically through the demon plot. It's a fast-paced, engaging read that encourages discussions about healthy relationships and self-worth.

Jennifer's Body meets Heartstopper in this terrifying, tender, and bitingly hilarious supernatural horror about a boy who must save his best friend from a demon that wants to steal his heart--literally. Ren says he's in love, but Colin knows better. Sure, he can't remember much about how it all began. But he remembers dancing at a club he and Ren were too young to dance in. He remembers the boys who harassed them on their way home. He remembers a ghost emerging from the trees, and a white hand reaching for Ren through a thick fog. What Colin can't remember is what happened next. Only two things are clear to him: Ren is different now, and the new guy vying for his heart is not who he claims to be. With the help of two unlikely allies and a cranky old medium, Colin must learn to conquer his self-doubt and save his best friend from a love that could cost him his life. Equal parts campy and bewitching, Corey Liu's debut YA novel explores predation, isolation, and what happens when a childhood dream of fairytale romance turns into a deadly nightmare.