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Best YA Historical Fiction of 2020

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

DAUGHTERS OF JUBILATION

by Kara Lee Corthron

A compelling story of first love and battling racism with a magical twist. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THESE VIOLENT DELIGHTS

by Chloe Gong

A must-read with a conclusion that will leave readers craving more. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

KENT STATE

by Deborah Wiles

A well-researched and deeply moving portrait of an iconic moment in U.S. history. Full review >

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