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New YA Books Releasing December 1

12.01.2020 by Jen Ryland // 2 Comments

December is here – that means holiday music, holiday shopping, and yes, a few new YA books to check out. Here’s my list of New YA Books Releasing December 1

New YA Books Releasing December 1

Two things I noticed about December YA: I have read (or need to read) SIX of the books on this list. More than half! Is this 2010 Jen? Also, the rest of the month is super-quiet, but don’t worry, I’ll still be letting you know what’s new in YA.

New YA Books Releasing December 1 2020

Admission by Julie Buxbaum – the daughter of an actress is embroiled in a college admissions cheating scandal.

The Ballad of Ami Miles by Kristy Dallas Alley – a girl goes on a quest to find her long-lost mother.

Bitterwine Oath by Hannah West – a cult story with magic, murder and vengeance!

The Cousins by Karen McManus – three cousins try to figure out why their grandmother disinherited their parents.

A Curse of Roses by Diana Pinguicha – a princess tries to save her kingdom from famine.

Day One (Day Zero #2) by Kelly Demos – stepsisters must put their differences aside to save their brother.

The Good Girls by Claire Eliza Barrett – who killed the popular high school student?

Heiress Apparently by Diana Ma – a struggling actress learns she’s actually the descendent of Chinese royalty.

It Only Happens in the Movies by Holly Bourne – a girl learns love isn’t like the movies.

The Love Curse of Melody McIntyre by Robin Talley – a serial showmancer falls for one of her female cast members.

New Year’s Kiss by Lee Matthews – Tess meets a new guy while staying with family at a snowy inn.

A Sky Beyond the Storm (Ember Quartet #4) by Sabaa Tahir – the Nightbringer’s vengeance is only beginning…

What She Found in the Woods by Josephine Angelini – a gripping thriller about a girl trying to get past the part she played in a tragedy.

I have read What She Found in the Woods (good!), Admission (mixed feelings), The Cousins (not what I expected but pretty good) and I’m about to get to The Good Girls, Heiress Apparently and It Only Happens in the Movies.

What about you? Talk to me in comments!

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About Jen Ryland

Over 12 years of book blogging and reviewing, I have read over 1500 books. A fair and honest reviewer who loves book discussions, I'm here to help you find a book you'll love to read AND give you a place to talk about it and ask questions.
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Greg
5 years ago

I need to get the Cousins! And love that cover of New Year’s Kiss.

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Amber Elise @ Du Livre
5 years ago

So many December titles released today, wow.

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