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22 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Format
Middle Grade
Young Adult
Graphic Novels
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Chasing the Bear (Spenser, #36.5)
Robert B. Parker
For the teen seeking to understand how childhood experiences and strong mentors shape the person you become. A look at t
Ages 13–18
Peak Marcello #1
Peak
Roland Smith
For the teen feeling the weight of parental expectations or the pressure to be the best. A high-stakes journey about fin
Ages 11–16
The Father's Princess
Mistie House
For the child exploring their place in a complex world, this story of a royal daughter navigates the weight of legacy an
Ages 9–14
Torrent
Lisa Tawn Bergren
For the teen who feels the weight of protecting their family, this high stakes adventure explores the fierce bonds that
Ages 12–18
Stanford Wong Flunks Big-Time
Lisa Yee
For the child who feels the weight of high expectations and the sting of keeping a secret, this story navigates the pres
Ages 9–13
Time Apart, A
Diane Stanley
For the child grappling with a parent's serious illness and the unsettling feeling of being uprooted to an unfamiliar en
Ages 11–15
The Black Prism
Brent Weeks
For the reader grappling with the weight of expectations or the discovery of a family secret that changes everything the
Ages 14–18
The Crossover #1
The Crossover
Kwame Alexander
For the child navigating a changing relationship with a sibling or processing the sudden illness of a parent through the
Ages 10–14
Shayla's Double Brown Baby Blues
Lori Aurelia Williams
For the teen feeling overlooked by a parent's new life. Shayla navigates the sting of a new sibling while supporting fri
Ages 11–15
The Black Pearl
Scott O'Dell
For the teen beginning to question childhood legends and navigate the weight of responsibility, greed, and the consequen
Ages 10–14
The Old Kingdom #1
Sabriel
Garth Nix
For the teenager stepping into big responsibilities while navigating the heavy weight of family legacy and the complexit
Ages 12–18
The Elizabethans #1
Playmaker, The
J. B. Cheaney
For the young reader seeking to find their place in the world while uncovering family secrets. This immersive mystery bu
Ages 10–14
Ellie's Inheritance
Hila Colman
For the young person navigating a sudden change in family status, this story follows Ellie as she finds her voice amidst
Ages 12–16
Hitler's Daughter
Jackie French
For the child grappling with big questions about right and wrong, legacy, and whether we are responsible for the actions
Ages 10–14
The Fire Eternal (The Last Dragon Chronicles, #4)
Chris d'Lacey
For the young reader concerned about the environment who finds strength in the idea that one child can make a world-shak
Ages 9–14
Tom Swift #1
Tom Swift and His Motor Cycle
Victor Appleton
For the child who loves to tinker and take things apart. Young inventor Tom Swift uses his mechanical skills to build a
Ages 8–13
Sasquatch
Roland Smith
For the child navigating a changing relationship with a parent, this rugged adventure explores building trust while prot
Ages 8–13
Pinocchio's Sister
Jan Slepian
For the child who feels overlooked or invisible within their own family, this moving story explores the pain of parental
Ages 10–14
The Sandfather
Linda Newbery
For the teenager navigating a complicated relationship with a distant parent or uncovering long-held family secrets whil
Ages 12–16
The Crossover #2
Booked
Kwame Alexander
For the soccer-loving middle schooler facing family changes and social hurdles who finds strength in the most unexpected
Ages 10–14
Outside Beauty
Cynthia Kadohata
For the teen navigating complex family dynamics and the sudden separation of siblings who must find their own worth beyo
Ages 12–17
The Snow Pony
Alison Lester
For the child navigating family stress or financial worry, this story shows how a powerful bond with an animal can provi
Ages 10–14