Hey fellow bookworms đź‘‹
You know how some books feel like they were written just for you? Not the classics teachers force on you, or the 600-pagers everyone pretends to love, but the ones that quietly sneak into your brain and never leave? Yeah. Those.
Here are five underrated but seriously good reads for teens — whether you’re a bookworm, book-curious, or just tired of endless screen time.
1. “They Both Die at the End” by Adam Silvera
Yes, the title gives it away, but trust — this book is anything but predictable. Two strangers find out they’re going to die in 24 hours (thanks to a dystopian app called Death-Cast), and decide to spend their last day together. It’s about life, death, friendship, and really living.
đź’¬ Perfect if you’re into: emotional rollercoasters, unlikely friendships, and books that make you cry but in a good way.
👉–“They Both Die at the End” Warning: You’ll think about this book at the weirdest times.
2. “Scythe” by Neal Shusterman
Imagine a future where death has been conquered — and only official “Scythes” can take lives to keep population under control. Sounds like a chill job, right? Not when you’re a teen chosen to become one. This book is smart, dark, addictive, and kinda terrifying.
🔪 Perfect if you’re into: dystopian vibes, moral dilemmas, and books that make you question everything.
👉”SCYTHE“– Add it to your shelf if you’re bored of basic stories.
3. “The Inheritance Games” by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Picture this: You’re a normal teen, struggling through life… and then boom — you inherit a billionaire’s fortune, except you’ve never met him. There’s a mansion, a mystery, and four suspicious (but charming) brothers. It’s like Knives Out, but YA.
🕵️ Perfect if you’re into: puzzles, drama, secret codes, and a little enemies-to-lovers spice.
👉”THE INHERITANCE GAMES” – This one will keep you up way past your bedtime.
4. “I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter” by Erika L. Sánchez
Julia isn’t the perfect daughter. Her sister was. But after her sister dies in a tragic accident, Julia starts uncovering secrets that make her question everything. It’s raw, funny, and painfully real — especially if you’ve ever felt like the odd one out in your own family.
🧠Perfect if you’re into: messy families, deep feels, and stories that actually understand you.
👉”I AM NOT YOUR PERFECT MEXICAN DAUGHTER“– Lowkey life-changing.
5. “A Monster Calls” by Patrick Ness
This one hits hard. It’s about a boy dealing with his mom’s illness, school bullies, and a recurring nightmare that turns into a real, talking tree monster. It sounds weird — and it is — but it’s also incredibly moving and unforgettable.
🌙 Perfect if you’re into: dark fairytales, emotional honesty, and stories that aren’t afraid to be weird and true.
👉 “A MONSTER CALLS” – Read this if you want to feel something.
Final Thoughts đź’¬
Books don’t have to be “boy books” or “girl books.” Sometimes, they’re just your books — the kind that find you at the right time and stick with you forever. These five are exactly that. Not loud, not hyped… just powerful in that quiet, sneaky way.
So whether you’re curled up in bed, hiding your Kindle during math class (we won’t tell), or finally escaping your phone for something that feeds your brain — you’re gonna love these.
More nerdy goodness coming your way. Stay tuned, stay curious 🌀
— wiggle nest
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