good realistic fiction books for young adults

Looking for some good realistic fiction books for young adults? You've come to the right place! In this article, we'll explore a variety of highly recommended novels that are sure to captivate and resonate with young adult readers. From coming-of-age stories to tales of love and self-discovery, these books tackle real-life issues in a relatable and engaging way.

1. "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green:
This heart-wrenching novel tells the story of Hazel and Gus, two teenagers who bond over their shared struggles with cancer. John Green's beautifully written narrative offers an honest portrayal of love, friendship, and the complexities of life.

2. "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell:
Set in the 1980s, this enchanting novel follows the blossoming relationship between misfit Eleanor and Park, a musically-inclined boy. Rainbow Rowell's powerful storytelling delves into themes such as first love, family dynamics, and the challenges of fitting in.

3. "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson:
A compelling and thought-provoking novel, "Speak" tackles the tough issue of sexual assault. The book follows Melinda, a high school freshman who must find her voice after a traumatic experience. Laurie Halse Anderson's honest portrayal offers a poignant exploration of self-discovery and healing.

4. "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas:
Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, this groundbreaking novel follows sixteen-year-old Starr Carter as she navigates the aftermath of witnessing her friend's death at the hands of a police officer. Angie Thomas's raw and powerful storytelling sheds light on racial injustice and the importance of finding one's voice.

5. "To All the Boys I've Loved Before" by Jenny Han:
This delightful contemporary romance novel introduces readers to Lara Jean Covey, whose life takes an unexpected turn when her secret love letters are mysteriously mailed to her past crushes. Jenny Han's charming writing style and relatable characters make this series an absolute joy to read.

For more recommendations and a vast collection of realistic fiction books for young adults, I highly recommend visiting popular book websites like Goodreads and BookRiot. These platforms offer comprehensive lists, reader reviews, and personalized recommendations based on individual tastes.

Remember, while this list includes some highly acclaimed novels, everyone's reading preferences can vary. It's always a good idea to read book reviews and summaries before diving into a new story. Happy reading!
The Forbidden Archives of Miaojiang Fiction
The Forbidden Archives of Miaojiang

In the year of my age, missing the last bus, I took on a strange business. My uncle was framed, bringing disaster to the village, and out of necessity, I married a girl as beautiful as a flower, yet she was a living corpse...

32.87 Million words | 2020-10-15 12:18Update

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The ordinary peasant girl. Fiction
The ordinary peasant girl.

The modern wealthy young lady transmigrated to a rural household. From panic and confusion to calmness and clarity, she not only adapted to a different way of life but also compromised. As she grew, she also experienced happiness in managing her own cooking utensils. Let's see how a modern woman navigates her life in the new novel "The Chronicles of Apricot Blossoms." And don't forget to check out my newly released novel "The Long-Awaited Spring Blossoms in the Previous Life." It's now available for everyone to enjoy.

51.95 Million words | 2021-10-25 14:31Update

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I'm Just a Scavenger Fiction
I'm Just a Scavenger

Jonas, the scavenger boy, is rejected due to poverty but gains a pair of golden eyes that can see everything. Guaranteed three updates at midnight, irregular updates, two hundred recommendations for an extra update, a big sword for an extra update, a jade pendant for two extra updates, and a crown for ten extra updates.

382.27 Million words | 2022-10-09 09:11Update

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Intelligent Marriage with Cold-hearted Wife Fiction
Intelligent Marriage with Cold-hearted Wife

【New Novel: World of Red Makeup: The Arrogant Princess is a Martial Artist】When she first met him, he was the star of the night scene. And she was looking for fun, caught sight of him, and said, 'Come with me, alright?' He chuckled and replied, 'If you can afford me, then I'll follow you!' She smirked and said, 'My wealth is at your disposal!' From then on, he devoted himself to her side. She thought he was just an ordinary person. But little did she know, he suddenly transformed into her greatest enemy! He proposed, 'Let's get married!' She sneered and said, 'Ha, I wouldn't even spare a glance at leftovers from last night, let alone a man I'm tired of playing with!'

499.40 Million words | 2022-08-21 01:17Update

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Moon Cool as Water Fiction
Moon Cool as Water

Jiang Qi, born with a silver spoon in his mouth, didn't have any ambitions. He thought it would be fine to live an ordinary life. However, he couldn't understand why his once loving father and family became someone else's in just a few years. And he couldn't understand how his once close brotherhood turned into a nightmare.

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The Lord of the Ten Thousand Realms Fiction
The Lord of the Ten Thousand Realms

He Yuan controls the Transcenders, governing the dimensions of various cycles. The plundered resources are used to trade with the lives of other dimensional beings in exchange for precious treasures. The Transcenders also engage in wars and disputes among themselves for world domination. Guests of the Interdimensional City can also witness the invasion process of the Transcenders through consumption. This is the Interdimensional City, demonstrating its superiority over other dimensions!

139.74 Million words | 2022-03-14 13:13Update

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The Great Ming Detective Fiction
The Great Ming Detective

Feng Yifeng, a cowherd, accidentally obtains the extraordinary book 'The Secrets of Guanghan' and becomes an official, solving numerous cases. However, he is targeted by Yan Song, who destroys his family. Feng Yifeng's grandson, Tang Tianyou, manages to escape and inherits 'The Secrets of Guanghan'. Twenty years later, Tang Tianyou becomes a skilled detective and joins the Hangzhou government to seek revenge and solve mysterious cases, earning the title of 'The Great Ming Detective'.

242.90 Million words | 2022-01-08 16:35Update

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Chaotic Majesty's Heart Fiction
Chaotic Majesty's Heart

In the previous life, the heart was untouched by love, but in this life, blossoms of love surround her. Some offer the world as a gift, promising her eternal commitment. Some abandon fame and fortune to provide her with peace and tranquility. Some rise to power and privilege, just to win her gaze. And some pour out a lifetime of tenderness, in exchange for her every affection... Amidst dispersing smoke and dense thorns, in the flutter of vibrant sleeves, the chaotic majesty's heart dances!

549.81 Million words | 2020-11-05 00:34Update

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Silly Consort Fiction
Silly Consort

Luo Zijian, the eldest daughter of Luo Zijian, the largest silk merchant in Yuxia Kingdom, has been involved in business since childhood and has developed a shrewd personality. At the age of thirteen, she was entrusted with great responsibilities by her unscrupulous father and took full control of the family business, earning inexhaustible wealth for the Luo family, thus becoming known as the Luo family's money tree. The neighboring prestigious family, known for their herbal medicine business, also a wealthy household, had a close relationship with the Luo family and arranged a marriage between their children. However, it was discovered when the eldest son of the prestigious family reached the age of three that he was intellectually disabled, leading to the breaking off of the relationship between the Luo and prestigious families, and the prestigious family moved to Hangxia Kingdom. Eighteen years later, the monarch of Hangxia Kingdom personally wrote a letter to the monarch of Yuxia Kingdom, requesting the hand of Luo Zijian, the beloved daughter of the monarch and the silk merchant Luo Zijian, for their eldest son, who is also a trusted merchant under

589.03 Million words | 2023-02-01 05:49Update

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Tremor on a Rainy Night Fiction
Tremor on a Rainy Night

In a beautiful bustling metropolis in the south, on a stormy night with thunder and lightning, a seemingly ordinary murder case unfolds. As the people with knowledge of the case start dying one after another, it reveals only a tip of the iceberg of a shocking conspiracy. Behind a seemingly blissful and happy marriage lies unknown sorrows, helplessness, and deceit. Ugly human nature and hypocritical desires intertwine as a tale of love and hate driven by vested interests ensues. A group of honest and dedicated detectives and a kind and warm-hearted urban woman bring a glimmer of hope for the slow revival of the world.

39.11 Million words | 2022-03-21 09:44Update

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Troubling the Black-bellied Prince: Come on, hero Fiction
Troubling the Black-bellied Prince: Come on, hero

In the city of Anyang, there is a famous eccentric known as the 'Fake Gentleman'. Jia Qianqian, the daughter of an official, dresses as a man and has a gambling addiction. One day, she wins a jade emblem from a notorious gambler named Guizhen, which leads her into a series of troubles. Surrounded by wealthy gentlemen and cunning individuals, who among them is her true love?

490.26 Million words | 2021-09-13 09:31Update

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Worlds of the Multiverse Starting from Demon Slayer Fiction
Worlds of the Multiverse Starting from Demon Slayer

Starting with a demon slaying sword, the protagonist, Baiyu, begins his journey in the world of Demon Slayer, where humans devour demons and demons slay humans. However, Baiyu forms a contract with a divine spirit, becoming a being that surpasses demons.

145.54 Million words | 2021-01-27 18:58Update

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The Final Timezone Fiction
The Final Timezone

Year, summer. A meteor entered the Earth's atmosphere. Earthlings received a message from extraterrestrials. Since then... the dimension known as the Terminus Zone, surrounded by the absolute zero boundary, descended upon the Earth. People with superpowers emerged worldwide. The era of superpowers has begun in full force. To survive, one must surpass the limits of their own genes. But, no matter what, as a muggle, it should be worthwhile to find a superpowered girl and quietly nurture the next generation, right? "What are you saying! I am a muggle with dreams and ambitions! I have come to the world of superpowers!" "Yeah, Ant, come quickly, we need you! The smart toilet next door is clogged again!" "Hey, hey, hey! You actually want me to do that kind of thing! I possess

432.18 Million words | 2021-05-25 08:17Update

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Ahuan Fiction
Ahuan

In her previous life, she lost all dignity and sacrificed her conscience, hurting the innocent in order to seek revenge. Reborn, she would never let anyone replace her again; because I am Aguan, the one and only Aguan. In this life, I only wish to hold hands with my child and grow old happily. ************A new novel by Yu Fangxin, "Divine Doctor Lingquan: Abandoned Concubine of the Noble Lady," is now hotly released, a unique time-travel romance. Subscription is welcomed!

119.79 Million words | 2023-03-24 03:05Update

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Love of Falling Sakura Fiction
Love of Falling Sakura

They are the feared kings! She is cold and ruthless; she is cute and heartless; she is charming and passionate! A heart-wrenching betrayal brings them together, and it is this betrayal that creates the supreme underworld today... But in their quest for revenge, they also find beautiful love... Cold is his synonym; playboy is his synonym; tender is his synonym... What kind of sparks will ignite between three gorgeous ladies and three extremely handsome gentlemen? Will this love end in happiness, sadness, love, or hatred?

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The Tears of the Mermaid Princess Fiction
The Tears of the Mermaid Princess

【【Cloud Academy Creative Writing Contest】Submission】In the late 21st century, the underwater world is plagued by environmental pollution, and the mermaid tribe suffers greatly. The mermaid princess escapes her arranged marriage and seeks refuge on land. The king of the mermaid sends his troops to retrieve the princess. Meanwhile, the sea turtle prime minister plans a coup to seize the throne and sends soldiers to kill the princess on land. He also plots to attack human rule on Earth. On land, the mermaid princess encounters an ordinary man, but also catches the attention of a wealthy heir, leading to a love triangle. The king's troops and the henchmen sent by the prime minister engage in various comical adventures on land. Can humans compete with the underwater world for dominance? Will the mermaid princess and the ordinary man find true love?

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Do you do research? That kind of person who pressures you to get married. Fiction
Do you do research? That kind of person who pressures you to get married.

The starry-eyed research genius, Xianyu, who was busy as a bee, found himself transported into a book. Suddenly, he became idle and redundant. Su Lian: If you give this patent for free to Brother Luo Ye's company, I will withdraw from this relationship and help you and Brother Luo Ye be together... *sob* *sob* *sob* Xianyu: Jimei, you're Su Lian, not Soviet Union, right? Did Liang Jingru give you the courage to give away my patent for free? Second Company Commander! There's a white lotus disturbing me while I'm conducting experiments! Second Company Commander: What about my domestically produced cannon? Luo Ye: If you leave the research institute and come to my company, I will marry you. X

92.27 Million words | 2020-07-20 06:07Update

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My Buddies are all Sick Fiction
My Buddies are all Sick

One day, I entered a mountain where everyone inside was sick, except for me. In other words, this is a crazy story of who is the craziest among the mentally ill, with a princess taking care of a group of psychiatric patients. (Laughs)

33.07 Million words | 2021-12-12 00:39Update

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Through the Marquis's Housewife Fiction
Through the Marquis's Housewife

After crossing over, she becomes an orphan living under the care of others and is forced to marry someone by her uncle. Within the luxurious mansion, her noble husband gives her a divorce letter after their sweet and tender moments. She finally understands that beneath the surface of their sweet moments, there are hidden storms, jealousy, and internal conflicts within the family. Since peace cannot be achieved, she decides to fight back. Witness how she conquers his heart, defeats the rivals, and turns the tide in her favor!

496.41 Million words | 2020-09-01 01:03Update

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Demons in the Apocalypse. Fiction
Demons in the Apocalypse.

Wang Qi, a terminally ill patient, obtained an ancient book called "The Codex of Catastrophe". As the apocalypse arrived, he rose from his coffin, slaying zombies and undead creatures, harvesting soul fire, and using flames to sear mysterious and unfathomable words onto the ancient book. Each time a page of the codex was filled, a miraculous power was bestowed upon him. Thus, the knight of death and evil spirits emerged from the abyss! With mastery over soul fire, wielding a flaming spear, riding a skeletal chariot, possessing the eye of the malevolent spirits, clad in bone armor, accompanied by undead servants, and commanding a monstrous war beast, he traversed mountains of corpses and oceans of bones

73.24 Million words | 2021-09-10 21:52Update

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