Recommendations based on My Plain Janeby Cynthia Hand

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  1. My Lady Jane

    by Cynthia Hand
    A comedic reimagining of the life of Lady Jane Grey, who attempts to overthrow an evil regent.

    Edward (long live the king) is the King of England. He’s also dying, which is inconvenient, as he’s only sixteen and he’d much rather be planning for his first kiss than considering who will inherit ... (Goodreads)

  2. Caraval

    by Stephanie Garber
    Sisters journey through a mysterious, magical world to save each other from an arranged marriage.

    The acclaimed, New York Times, bestseller! Welcome, welcome to, Caraval, — Stephanie Garber’s sweeping tale of the unbreakable bond between two sisters. It’s the closest you'll ever find to magic in ... (Barnes & Noble)

  3. Save the Date

    by Morgan Matson
    A wedding planner's daughter navigates her own family drama and romantic entanglements during her sister's wedding weekend.

    “The cinema-worthy rom-com of your summer reading dreams.” —,Bustle, “A sparkling summer story ideal for teens who are on that bittersweet cusp of change.” —,Booklist, “[A] romantic comedy of ... (Barnes & Noble)

  4. Legendary

    by Stephanie Garber
    Scarlett and Tella Dragna attend Caraval, a legendary game run by the mysterious Legend. But the game quickly turns dangerous and they must uncover the truth to survive.

    The instant #1, New York Times, bestseller! Stephanie Garber’s limitless imagination takes flight once more in the colorful, mesmerizing, and immersive sequel to the bestselling breakout debut, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  5. Scythe

    by Neal Shusterman
    An exploration of morality in a world where death is obsolete, forcing people to choose mortality.

    Late on a cold day in November, Scythe Faraday visits Citra Terranova's house. At first, Citra assumes that the scythe is there to glean (kill permanently) one of her family members. As it turns out, ... (Wikipedia)

  6. A Very Large Expanse of Sea

    by Tahereh Mafi
    A young Muslim girl navigates high school in the aftermath of 9/11, facing racism and Islamophobia while falling in love.

    Longlisted for the National Book Award for Young People's Literature! From the, New York Times, and, USA Today, bestselling author of the Shatter Me series comes a powerful, heartrending contemporary ... (Barnes & Noble)

  7. Girls of Paper and Fire

    by Natasha Ngan
    Lei, a human girl, is forced to become a Paper Girl, a concubine to the demon king. She falls in love with another Paper Girl and fights for her freedom.

    Uncover a riveting story of palace intrigue set in a sumptuous Asian-inspired fantasy world in the breakout YA novel that, Publisher's Weekly, calls "elegant and adrenaline-soaked.", ,*A, New York ... (Barnes & Noble)

  8. The Astonishing Color of After

    by Emily X.R. Pan
    After her mother's suicide, Leigh travels to Taiwan to meet her grandparents and uncovers family secrets through her mother's vividly colored bird visits.

    A stunning, heartbreaking debut novel about grief, love, and family, perfect for fans of Jandy Nelson and Celeste Ng. Leigh Chen Sanders is absolutely certain about one thing: When her mother died by ... (Barnes & Noble)

  9. Thunderhead

    by Neal Shusterman
    In a world where death has been conquered, a sentient AI must grapple with the consequences of immortality and power.

    Rowan and Citra take opposite stances on the morality of the Scythedom, putting them at odds, in the chilling sequel to the Printz Honor Book Scythe from New York Times bestseller Neal Shusterman, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  10. Strange the Dreamer

    by Laini Taylor
    A young man's quest to discover the secrets of a lost city and his mysterious dreams.

    The dream chooses the dreamer, not the other way around— and Lazlo Strange, war orphan and junior librarian, has always feared that his dream chose poorly. Since he was five years old he’s been ... (Goodreads)

  11. Sky in the Deep

    by Adrienne Young
    Eelyn, a fierce warrior, is forced to confront her enemy and her own beliefs when she discovers her brother is alive and fighting for the other side.

    A 2018 Most Anticipated Young Adult book from debut author Adrienne Young,, Sky in the Deep, is part, Wonder Woman, part, Vikings—,and all heart. OND ELDR. BREATHE FIRE. Raised to be a warrior, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  12. Eliza and Her Monsters

    by Francesca Zappia
    A reclusive teenage girl's journey of self-discovery, as she navigates her secret online fandom.

    “A love letter to fandom, friendship, and the stories that shape us, Eliza and Her Monsters is absolutely magical.”—Marieke Nijkamp, New York Times– bestselling author of This Is Where It Ends This ... (Barnes & Noble)

  13. Children of Blood and Bone

    by Tomi Adeyemi
    In a world where magic has been suppressed, a young girl fights to bring it back and overthrow the oppressive monarchy.

    The novel takes place in the fictional land of Orïsha, inhabited by two distinct people: divîners, who have the capability to become magical maji and are marked by white hair, and non-magical ... (Wikipedia)

  14. Since You've Been Gone

    by Morgan Matson
    A young girl embarks on an adventure of self-discovery, learning to open her heart to the possibilities of the world.

    It was Sloane who yanked Emily out of her shell and made life 100% interesting. But right before what should have been the most epic summer, Sloane just…disappears. All she leaves behind is a to-do ... (Goodreads)

  15. Mirage

    by Somaiya Daud
    A young girl is kidnapped from her home planet and forced to serve as the body double for a despotic princess on a distant world.

    “Somaiya Daud’s debut novel is a YA marvel that will shock breath into your lungs. If you loved, The Wrath and the Dawn, and, Children of Blood and Bone,, Mirage, will captivate you.” —,The Christian ... (Barnes & Noble)

  16. The Last Namsara

    by Kristen Ciccarelli
    Asha, a dragon-slayer, must confront her past and the secrets of her kingdom to save her people and herself.

    Kristen Ciccarelli’s debut fantasy explores an intricately woven world of deception, inner darkness, and dragons that fantasy fans won’t be able to resist. In the beginning, there was the Namsara: ... (Barnes & Noble)

  17. Royals

    by Rachel Hawkins
    Daisy Winters, a small-town girl, discovers she's a princess and must navigate the royal life while staying true to herself.

    Meet Daisy Winters. She’s an offbeat sixteen-year-old Floridian with mermaid-red hair; a part time job at a bootleg Walmart, and a perfect older sister who’s nearly engaged to the Crown Prince of ... (Goodreads)

  18. The City of Brass

    by S.A. Chakraborty
    A daring adventure through a mythical city, discovering secrets and unleashing magical powers.

    Nahri has never believed in magic. Certainly, she has power; on the streets of 18th century Cairo, she’s a con woman of unsurpassed talent. But she knows better than anyone that the trade she uses to ... (Goodreads)

  19. The Priory of the Orange Tree

    by Samantha Shannon
    A world divided by religion and dragons, where a queen must unite the land to defeat an ancient evil.

    A world divided. A queendom without an heir. An ancient enemy awakens. The House of Berethnet has ruled Inys for a thousand years. Still unwed, Queen Sabran the Ninth must conceive a daughter to ... (Goodreads)

  20. Daughter of the Siren Queen

    by Tricia Levenseller
    A pirate captain and her crew search for a legendary treasure while facing dangerous enemies and unexpected allies.

    The capable, confident, and occasionally ruthless heroine of, Daughter of the Pirate King, is back in this action-packed YA sequel that promises rousing high seas adventures and the perfect dash of ... (Barnes & Noble)

  21. Dance of Thieves

    by Mary E. Pearson
    A thief and a soldier must work together to uncover a conspiracy and save their kingdoms. A tale of adventure, romance, and betrayal.

    Mary E. Pearson's, Dance of Thieves, is a new YA novel in the, New York Times, bestselling Remnant Chronicles universe, in which a reformed thief and the young leader of an outlaw dynasty lock wits ... (Barnes & Noble)

  22. A Court of Frost and Starlight

    by Sarah J. Maas
    A novella following the lives of Feyre, Rhysand, and their friends as they celebrate Winter Solstice and prepare for the rebuilding of their world.

    A tender addition to the #1, New York Times, bestselling, Court of Thorns and Roses, series by Sarah J. Maas, bridging the events of, A Court of Wings and Ruin, and upcoming books. Feyre, Rhysand, ... (Goodreads)

  23. Everless

    by Sara Holland
    In a world where time is currency, Jules must return to Everless, the estate of the ruthless Gerling family, to save her dying father.

    In the kingdom of Sempera, time is currency—extracted from blood, bound to iron, and consumed to add time to one’s own lifespan. The rich aristocracy, like the Gerlings, tax the poor to the hilt, ... (Goodreads)

  24. The Sun Is Also a Star

    by Nicola Yoon
    An unlikely romance between two teenagers of different backgrounds, testing the limits of fate.

    Natasha lives in New York City with her parents Samuel and Patricia, and her brother Peter, all of whom are illegally in the country. Natasha and her family are set to be deported back to Jamaica. ... (Wikipedia)

  25. The Raven Boys

    by Maggie Stiefvater
    Four friends on a supernatural quest to find a magical Welsh king.

    The Raven Cycle follows the story of Blue Sargent, Richard Gansey III, Adam Parrish, Ronan Lynch, and Noah Czerny as they attempt to find the sleeping Welsh King Owain Glendower who is buried on the ... (Wikipedia)

  26. City of Ghosts

    by Victoria Schwab
    A young girl with the ability to see ghosts travels to Edinburgh and discovers a hidden world of spirits and danger.

    From #1, New York Times, bestselling author Victoria Schwab comes a sweeping, spooky, evocative adventure, perfect for fans of, Stranger Things,. Ever since Cass almost drowned (okay, she did drown, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  27. An Enchantment of Ravens

    by Margaret Rogerson
    A forbidden romance between a mage and a faerie, tested by dark secrets and magical forces.

    An instant, New York Times, bestseller! An Indie Next Top 10 Pick A Parents’ Choice Silver Honor Winner “A funny, action-packed, and sweet romance.” —,School Library Journal ,(starred review) “A ... (Barnes & Noble)

  28. The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic

    by Leigh Bardugo
    A collection of dark and twisted fairy tales, filled with magic, monsters, and unexpected twists.

    The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with Shadow and Bone , an original series! , Inspired by myth, fairy tale, and folklore, #1, New York Times,-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo has ... (Barnes & Noble)

  29. The Hazel Wood

    by Melissa Albert
    Alice's grandmother, a reclusive author of dark fairy tales, dies, and Alice discovers that the stories may be more than just fiction.

    Welcome to Melissa Albert's, The Hazel Wood, — the fiercely stunning, New York Times, bestseller everyone is raving about!, Seventeen-year-old Alice and her mother have spent most of Alice’s life on ... (Barnes & Noble)

  30. Stars Above

    by Marissa Meyer
    A collection of stories set in the world of the Lunar Chronicles, exploring the lives of beloved characters.

    Prepare to see the, New York Times,-bestselling series like you’ve never seen it before, now with new cover art!, A collection of stories set in the world of the Lunar Chronicles continues the #1, ... (Barnes & Noble)