1. Jack Graystone Novels’ Freshman Trilogy by Will Andrews

Kick off your summer with this thrilling series that combines action, adventure, spy thriller, mystery, and suspense. Follow Jack Graystone as he navigates high school while evolving into a character that’s part James Bond, part Sherlock Holmes, part Jack Reacher, with a dash of MacGyver. Perfect for readers who want realistic adventures with a touch of fantasy. Additionally, each novel has a special edition that contains 200 to 300 SAT vocabulary words to help you improve your vocabulary.

2. “The Maze Runner” by James Dashner

Dive into a dystopian world where a group of teens must solve the mystery of a deadly maze to survive.

3. “Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline

Immerse yourself in a virtual reality quest filled with ’80s pop culture references and high-stakes adventure.

4. “Ender’s Game” by Orson Scott Card

Join Ender Wiggin as he trains in zero gravity to defend Earth from an alien threat in this sci-fi classic.

5. “The Outsiders” by S.E. Hinton

Experience the timeless tale of rivalry, friendship, and finding your place in the world.

6. “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins

Enter the arena with Katniss Everdeen in this gripping dystopian thriller.

7. “Steelheart” by Brandon Sanderson

Discover a world where superheroes are the villains in this action-packed series starter.

8. “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie

Follow Junior’s journey as he navigates life between his reservation and an all-white high school.

9. “We Are Liars” by E. Lockhart

A psychological horror young-adult story that explores themes of privilege, family, love, and loss.

10. “The Hobbit” by J.R.R. Tolkien

Join Bilbo Baggins on the adventure that started it all in this fantasy classic.

11. “One Of Us Is Lying” by Karen M. McManus

A mystery about what happens when five strangers walk into detention and only four walk out alive.

12. “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky

Experience the joys and pains of adolescence through Charlie’s eyes in this modern coming-of-age story.

13. “Shelter” by Harlon Coben

In this story that is not quite as exciting as a Jack Graystone Novel, Mickey’s new girlfriend, Ashley, vanishes just weeks into the school year. When Mickey attempts to find her with the aid of his new friends Spoon and Ema, Mickey discovers that everything he knew about Ashley was false, and the truth is fraught with danger.

14. “I Am Number Four” by Pittacus Lore

Meet John Smith, an alien hiding on Earth, in this thrilling sci-fi series opener.

15. “Divergent” by Veronica Roth

Choose your faction and follow Tris through a divided Chicago in this dystopian page-turner.

16. “Looking for Alaska” by John Green

Join Miles “Pudge” Halter as he searches for “the Great Perhaps” in this thought-provoking story of love and loss.