Whether you’re new to young adult books, or a veteran who’s looking for some suggestions, here are 5 books that are a must for your summer reading list.

1)   Always and Forever Lara Jean, (2017) by Jenny Han

The final installment in the To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before series, Always and Forever Lara Jean is a sweet romance that is sure to win over your heart.  The story is about 17 year old Lara Jean Covey, who faces challenges as her family expands with a stepmother and the ever difficult decision of where to go to college, all while juggling her relationship with her boyfriend, Peter. This light and heartwarming read is perfect for vacations and trips to the beach.

2)   Defy the Stars, (Constellation, #1) (2017) by Claudia Gray

Whether or not you have plans to travel this summer, take a trip to planet Genesis, as you follow the story of Noemi Vidal and Abel as they fight an interstellar war in Claudia Gray’s Defy the Stars. This gripping Sci-Fi is as story that tests the limits of loyalty and reveals the power of truth. This read is perfect for anyone looking to start a new, promising series this summer.

3)   Thirteen Reasons Why, (2007) by Jay Asher

Thanks to the recent release of the Netflix series of the same name, Thirteen Reasons Why, has generated a lot of buzz—both good and bad. The novel is told from the perspective of Clay Jensen who is a given a box of tapes to listen to. On the tapes, Hannah Baker has recorded her 13 reasons for why she committed suicide, revealing a different person who is to blame on each tape. Whether you’re curious to know what all the buzz is about, or you just want to read the book before you binge watch the series on Netflix this summer, Thirteen Reasons Why is sure to be a tearjerker.

4)   Everything, Everything (2015), by Nicola Yoon

Before visiting the movie theater this summer, make sure to read Yoon’s novel, Everything, Everything. Suffering from a rare disease, Madeline, the main character of the story, can’t step outside the safety of her home, as she is allergic to the outside world. In an unlikely turn of events, Madeline falls in love with her neighbor Olly, and their impossible romance begins. Read the novel, then watch this love story come to life on the big screen as Everything, Everything will be released in theaters on May 19th.

5)   City of Saints and Thieves (2017), by Natalie Anderson

A thrilling murder mystery, City of Saints and Thieves is sure to keep you guessing all summer. Tina and her mother seek refuge in Kenya, fleeing from the perils they found in the Congo, but after Tina’s mom is mysteriously murdered, Tina is forced to face the streets of Kenya on her own. This novel is a perfect read for long plane rides or road trips that you’ll take this summer.

These 5 books are sure to keep you busy all summer, and they’re a great way to relax after a stressful school year. Here’s to a book filled summer!