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A selection of new arrivals in our Young Adult Fiction collection.

A Drowned Maiden's Hair. Laura Amy Schlitz
When a young orphan is adopted by a seemingly wealthy family of sisters she is surprised and grateful. However it isn’t long before she discovers that all is not as it appears and she learns that she is expected to earn her keep in a way both unusual and fascinating. Intriguing and entertaining from start to finish.

Gabi, a Girl in Pieces. Isabel Quintero
If you enjoy a quirky story that makes you laugh this is for you. Gabi shares a diary of her life as a teenager growing up in Mexico. Her writing style is lively and her sense of humour shines through even when she deals with serious issues such as drug addiction and homophobia. A fast paced absorbing read.

The Golden Scarab.  Lindy Davis
When three friends embark on their summer vacation at a New Zealand coastal holiday town they don’t expect to be caught up in a real life murder mystery. But when they stumble upon a dead body their lives become embroiled in an exciting investigation that is somehow linked to the local museum’s archaeological treasure display. The story will have you engrossed from page one. 

The Secret Sky. Atia Abawi
This is a tale about growing up and falling in love in a small village in Afghanistan. Fatama and Samiullah are reunited after three years apart and feel they are destined to be together. But life is complicated and familial and cultural expectations deem their relationship to be unacceptable.  Written in three parts and from three points of view this is a tale of shame, betrayal and heartbreak.

Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda. Becky Albertalli
Simon has a secret that he isn’t quite ready to share. But when he forgets to sign out of his email account his life and inner thoughts become exposed to a blackmailer. Can he avoid the whole school learning about his private life? And will he ever find out who his anonymous confidante is?

A Song for Ella Grey. David Almond
Claire and Ella have been friends forever and have shared a sisterly love for each other throughout their teenage years. When Ella dies Claire is left to grieve alone. Her story recounts Ella’s infatuation with a surreal character named Orpheus and her subsequent downfall during the months leading up to her death. This is a modern day tale based on an ancient legend.