Recommendations based on Defy the Starsby Claudia Gray

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  1. Illuminae

    by Amie Kaufman
    Two teens fight for survival amidst a galactic war, set against a backdrop of espionage and deception.

    This morning, Kady thought breaking up with Ezra was the hardest thing she’d have to do. This afternoon, her planet was invaded. The year is 2575, and two rival mega-corporations are at war over a ... (Goodreads)

  2. The Mime Order

    by Samantha Shannon
    A young woman's quest to uncover a mysterious organization, and her own dark past.

    Paige Mahoney has escaped the brutal prison camp of Sheol I, but her problems have only just begun: many of the survivors are missing and she is the most wanted person in London... As Scion turns its ... (Goodreads)

  3. Crimson Bound

    by Rosamund Hodge
    A retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, where Rachelle is a blood-bound protector of the kingdom, fighting against evil forces and her own dark desires.

    When Rachelle was fifteen she was good—apprenticed to her aunt and in training to protect her village from dark magic. But she was also reckless— straying from the forest path in search of a way to ... (Goodreads)

  4. Winter

    by Marissa Meyer
    A young girl's battle to save her kingdom from the icy grip of a powerful queen.

    Due to Princess Winter's refusal to use the Lunar gift, the ability to manipulate what others see and do, she has Lunar sickness, a state of mental illness that causes occasional hallucinations. ... (Wikipedia)

  5. These Broken Stars

    by Amie Kaufman
    Two star-crossed lovers, a wealthy heiress and a poor soldier, crash land on an unknown planet and must work together to survive.

    It's a night like any other on board the Icarus. Then, catastrophe strikes: the massive luxury spaceliner is yanked out of hyperspace and plummets into the nearest planet. Lilac LaRoux and Tarver ... (Goodreads)

  6. Master and Apprentice

    by Claudia Gray
    Jedi Qui-Gon Jinn and his Padawan, Obi-Wan Kenobi, embark on a mission to protect a royal heir. But their differing views on the Force may lead to conflict.

    An unexpected offer threatens the bond between Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi as the two Jedi navigate a dangerous new planet and an uncertain future. A Jedi must be a fearless warrior, a guardian ... (Goodreads)

  7. Obsidio

    by Amie Kaufman
    The final book in the Illuminae Files trilogy, following the survivors of two spaceships as they fight for their lives and uncover a conspiracy.

    Kady, Ezra, Hanna, and Nik narrowly escaped with their lives from the attacks on Heimdall station and now find themselves crammed with 2,000 refugees on the container ship, Mao. With the jump station ... (Goodreads)

  8. 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)

  9. The Infinite Sea

    by Rick Yancey
    A group of teenagers fight to survive a post-apocalyptic world plagued by an alien race.

    A few days after the events of the first novel, Cassie, Ben, and the rest of squad 53 have taken refuge at a hotel, which they call "Walker Hotel" in honor of Evan Walker, who is thought to be dead ... (Wikipedia)

  10. The Raven King

    by Maggie Stiefvater
    Young adults embark on a mysterious journey, unraveling secrets of a supernatural world.

    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)

  11. Queen of Shadows

    by Sarah J. Maas
    A young woman's quest for power and identity in a magical kingdom.

    Everyone Celaena Sardothien loves has been taken from her. But she’s at last returned to the empire—for vengeance, to rescue her once-glorious kingdom, and to confront the shadows of her past… She ... (Goodreads)

  12. Kiss of Death

    by Rachel Caine
    Claire Danvers, a college student, navigates the dangerous world of vampires and humans in a town ruled by the undead.

    A new chapter in the New York Times bestselling Morganville Vampires saga. Vampire musician Michael Glass has attracted the attention of a big- time producer who wants to cut a demo and play some ... (Goodreads)

  13. Heir of Fire

    by Sarah J. Maas
    A young woman discovers her magical powers and embarks on an epic quest to fight evil.

    Celaena has survived deadly contests and shattering heartbreak-but at an unspeakable cost. Now, she must travel to a new land to confront her darkest truth . . . a truth about her heritage that could ... (Goodreads)

  14. Walk of Shame

    by Lauren Layne
    After a one-night stand, a woman navigates the awkwardness of a morning-after walk home.

    Sparks fly between a misunderstood New York socialite and a cynical divorce lawyer in this lively standalone rom-com from the USA Today bestselling author of, Blurred Lines, and, Love Story,. ... (Goodreads)

  15. Afterlife

    by Claudia Gray
    A young woman dies and finds herself in a place between life and death, where she must confront her past and make a choice about her future.

    Destiny awaits Bianca and Lucas. . . . Bianca and Lucas believe they could endure anything to be together. When fate transforms Bianca into a ghostly wraith and turns Lucas into a vampire—the very ... (Goodreads)

  16. The Princess Diaries

    by Meg Cabot
    A teenage girl discovers she is a princess and must navigate royal life while dealing with typical high school drama.

    Mia Thermopolis is pretty sure there's nothing worse than being a five-foot-nine, flat-chested freshman, who also happens to be flunking Algebra. Is she ever in for a surprise. First mom announces ... (Goodreads)

  17. The Morganville Vampires, Volume 1

    by Rachel Caine
    Welcome to Morganville, a small town with a big secret. Vampires rule the town and humans are at their mercy.

    The first in the award winning series, Glass Houses is about college freshman, Claire Danvers who has had enough of her nightmarish dorm situation. When Claire heads off-campus, the imposing old ... (Wikipedia)

  18. Hourglass

    by Claudia Gray
    A girl discovers she can time travel and must navigate the consequences of her actions.

    Bianca will risk everything to be with Lucas., After escaping from Evernight Academy, the vampire boarding school where they met, Bianca and Lucas take refuge with Black Cross, a fanatical group of ... (Goodreads)

  19. Act Like It

    by Lucy Parker
    A West End actor and a prickly actress are forced to fake a relationship for the sake of their careers. Sparks fly.

    This just in: romance takes center stage as West End theatre's Richard Troy steps out with none other than castmate Elaine Graham Richard Troy used to be the hottest actor in London, but the only ... (Goodreads)

  20. We All Looked Up

    by Tommy Wallach
    Four high school students face the end of the world as an asteroid hurtles towards Earth, forcing them to confront their fears and desires.

    Four high school seniors put their hopes, hearts, and humanity on the line as an asteroid hurtles toward Earth in this contemporary novel. They always say that high school is the best time of your ... (Barnes & Noble)

  21. Smoke in the Sun

    by Renée Ahdieh
    In feudal Japan, Mariko infiltrates a clan to uncover the truth behind an assassination attempt. She discovers secrets and falls in love.

    For weeks, seventeen-year-old Mariko pretended to be a boy to infiltrate the notorious Black Clan and bring her would-be murderer to justice. She didn't expect to find a place for herself among the ... (Goodreads)

  22. The Fixer

    by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
    Teenage girl Tess Kendrick is recruited by the FBI to solve a high-profile murder case at an elite school.

    This thriller YA is Scandal meets Veronica Mars. Sixteen-year-old Tess Kendrick has spent her entire life on her grandfather's ranch. But when her estranged sister Ivy uproots her to D.C., Tess is ... (Goodreads)

  23. The Boy Most Likely To

    by Huntley Fitzpatrick
    Tim Mason, a recovering alcoholic, falls for his landlord's daughter, Alice. Their relationship is tested by family secrets and personal struggles.

    Surprises abound and sparks ignite in the highly anticipated, utterly romantic companion to My Life Next Door Tim Mason was The Boy Most Likely To: - find the liquor cabinet blindfolded - need a ... (Goodreads)

  24. Crystal Storm

    by Morgan Rhodes
    In the fifth book of the Falling Kingdoms series, magic and power collide as kingdoms fight for control of the Mytican throne.

    An epic clash between gods and mortals threatens to tear Mytica apart . . . and prove that not even the purest of love stands a chance against the strongest of magic. MAGNUS and CLEO are forced to ... (Barnes & Noble)

  25. A Shadow Bright and Burning

    by Jessica Cluess
    A young woman with magical powers is chosen to save England from a monstrous invasion. But her powers may be the very thing that destroys her.

    I am Henrietta Howel. The first female sorcerer. The prophesied one. Or am I? Henrietta Howel can burst into flames. When she is brought to London to train with Her Majesty's sorcerers, she meets her ... (Goodreads)

  26. The Unexpected Everything

    by Morgan Matson
    A summer of surprises and new beginnings, as a teenage girl discovers the importance of family and friends.

    Andie had it all planned out. When you are a politician’s daughter who’s pretty much raised yourself, you learn everything can be planned or spun, or both. Especially your future. Important ... (Goodreads)

  27. All In

    by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
    A high-stakes poker game turns deadly when a group of teens are forced to play for their lives.

    Three casinos. Three bodies. Three days. After a string of brutal murders in Las Vegas, Cassie Hobbes and the Naturals are called in to investigate. But even with the team's unique profiling talents, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  28. Trial by Fire

    by Josephine Angelini
    A girl with a rare genetic condition is accused of murder and put on trial. She must prove her innocence and uncover the truth.

    "A Must Read Romance. This is one of the best books I've read this year. It has everything a book should have: action, adventure, violence, a butt-kicking heroine and one hot hero." — USA Today This ... (Barnes & Noble)

  29. Rusty Nailed

    by Alice Clayton
    A romantic comedy about a couple navigating their relationship while dealing with life's unexpected twists and turns.

    In this sequel to, Wallbanger, fan favorites Caroline Reynolds and Simon Parker negotiate the roller coaster of their new relationship while house-sitting in Sausalito. Playing house was never so ... (Barnes & Noble)

  30. Immortal Reign

    by Morgan Rhodes
    The epic conclusion to the "Falling Kingdoms" series, as kingdoms clash and magic runs wild in a fight for power and survival.

    In the epic conclusion to the Falling Kingdoms series, sworn enemies must become allies as they fight to save Mytica. Jonas continues to willfully defy his destiny, but the consequences of plotting ... (Barnes & Noble)