WHIMSICAL BOOKSHELF

In the realm of young adult literature, thrillers hold a special allure, weaving intricate plots, heart-pounding suspense, and unforgettable characters into narratives that keep readers eagerly turning pages late into the night. From mysterious disappearances to dark secrets lurking beneath seemingly ordinary lives, YA thrillers offer a rollercoaster ride of emotions and an adrenaline rush that lingers long after the final chapter. Here, i have listed five YA thrillers that are guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat, exploring themes of deception, betrayal, and the pursuit of truth in the face of danger. So, buckle up and prepare for a thrilling journey into the depths of suspense-filled storytelling that will leave you breathless and craving for more. ( Check out my personal favorite, Five Survive ) 1. FIVE SURVIVE BY HOLLY JACKSON The brand new unmissable crime thriller from Holly Jackson, best-selling, award-winning author of the Good Girl’s Guide to Murder trilogy. Eight h...

  MY YEAR OF REST AND RELAXATION - Ottessa Moshfegh      The protagonist, an unnamed woman with blonde hair and a slender frame, comes from a wealthy WASP family. She graduated from Columbia University with a degree in art history. However, her life takes a tragic turn when both of her parents pass away during her senior year. Her father succumbs to cancer, and her mother tragically takes her own life due to a combination of psychiatric medication and alcohol. This leaves the narrator feeling lost and increasingly dissatisfied with her life.      Living on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, the narrator seeks solace in the form of a psychiatrist named Dr. Tuttle. She fabricates symptoms of insomnia and depression to obtain a prescription for various drugs, which she hopes will help her sleep for extended periods. The narrator's plan is to sleep as much as possible, watching movies on her VCR to fill the waking hours until the machine finally breaks down...