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Seattle Picks: Teen - Historical Fiction

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Teens have lived through amazing times all around the world. MS=Books for middle school readers, GN = graphic novel (updated November 2023)

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The Blood Years

The Blood Years

by Arnold, Elana K.

Book - 2023

Rieke's life changes when war breaks out in Europe and her home of Czernowitz, known as a safe haven for Jewish people, is invaded. Rieke's life changes when war breaks out in Europe and her home of Czernowitz, known as a safe haven for Jewish people, is invaded. Show less

Rieke's life changes when war breaks out in Europe and her home of Czernowitz, known as a safe haven for Jewish people, is invaded. Rieke's life changes when war breaks out in Europe and her home of Czernowitz, known as a safe haven for Jewish people, is invaded. Show less

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Songs of Irie

Songs of Irie

by Bromfield, Asha

Book - 2023

In 1976, amidst Jamaica's civil unrest, Irie and Jilly connect despite their very different backgrounds. But as the political divide worsens around them, their differences threaten to drive them apart. In 1976, amidst Jamaica's civil unrest, Irie and Jilly connect despite their very different backgrounds. But as the political divide worsens around them, their differences threaten to drive them apart. Show less

In 1976, amidst Jamaica's civil unrest, Irie and Jilly connect despite their very different backgrounds. But as the political divide worsens around them, their differences threaten to drive them apart. In 1976, amidst Jamaica's civil unrest, Irie and Jilly connect despite their very different backgrounds. But as the political divide worsens around them, their differences threaten to drive them apart. Show less

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Troublemaker

Troublemaker

by Cho, John

Book - 2022

As parts of Los Angeles burn from the Rodney King riots in 1994, Jordan's desire to help his father protect the family business leads him to transport a handgun across the city. MS As parts of Los Angeles burn from the Rodney King riots in 1994, Jordan's desire to help his father protect the family business leads him to transport a handgun across the city. MS Show less

As parts of Los Angeles burn from the Rodney King riots in 1994, Jordan's desire to help his father protect the family business leads him to transport a handgun across the city. MS As parts of Los Angeles burn from the Rodney King riots in 1994, Jordan's desire to help his father protect the family business leads him to transport a handgun across the city. MS Show less

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For Lamb

For Lamb

by Cline-Ransome, Lesa

Book - 2023

When Lamb begins an interracial friendship with Marny in the Jim Crow South, it sets off a series of life-changing and tragic events. When Lamb begins an interracial friendship with Marny in the Jim Crow South, it sets off a series of life-changing and tragic events. Show less

When Lamb begins an interracial friendship with Marny in the Jim Crow South, it sets off a series of life-changing and tragic events. When Lamb begins an interracial friendship with Marny in the Jim Crow South, it sets off a series of life-changing and tragic events. Show less

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My Fine Fellow

My Fine Fellow

by Cohen, Jennieke

Book - 2022

Helena and Penelope attempt to join the Culinarians, a cadre of chefs for society's elite in 1830s London, and when they meet Elijah with similar ground-breaking hopes, they hope to educate him and bring him up as well. MS Helena and Penelope attempt to join the Culinarians, a cadre of chefs for society's elite in 1830s London, and when they meet Elijah with similar ground-breaking hopes, they hope to educate him and bring him up as well. MS Show less

Helena and Penelope attempt to join the Culinarians, a cadre of chefs for society's elite in 1830s London, and when they meet Elijah with similar ground-breaking hopes, they hope to educate him and bring him up as well. MS Helena and Penelope attempt to join the Culinarians, a cadre of chefs for society's elite in 1830s London, and when they meet Elijah with similar ground-breaking hopes, they hope to educate him and bring him up as well. MS Show less

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Pedro & Daniel

Pedro & Daniel

by Erebia, Federico

Book - 2023

Mexican American brothers Pedro and Daniel find joy and resilience through their unbreakable bond, even amidst experiences of abuse at home, coming out, troubles at school, and the AIDS epidemic. MS Mexican American brothers Pedro and Daniel find joy and resilience through their unbreakable bond, even amidst experiences of abuse at home, coming out, troubles at school, and the AIDS epidemic. MS Show less

Mexican American brothers Pedro and Daniel find joy and resilience through their unbreakable bond, even amidst experiences of abuse at home, coming out, troubles at school, and the AIDS epidemic. MS Mexican American brothers Pedro and Daniel find joy and resilience through their unbreakable bond, even amidst experiences of abuse at home, coming out, troubles at school, and the AIDS epidemic. MS Show less

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Rana Joon and the One & Only Now

Rana Joon and the One & Only Now

by Etaat, Shideh

Book - 2023

In 1996 Los Angeles, Rana Joon wants to live her authentic life, but her strict Iranian parents will never accept her as queer. In 1996 Los Angeles, Rana Joon wants to live her authentic life, but her strict Iranian parents will never accept her as queer. Show less

In 1996 Los Angeles, Rana Joon wants to live her authentic life, but her strict Iranian parents will never accept her as queer. In 1996 Los Angeles, Rana Joon wants to live her authentic life, but her strict Iranian parents will never accept her as queer. Show less

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The Poetry of Secrets

The Poetry of Secrets

by Gordon, Cambria

Book - 2021

Isabel's family is Jewish, but during the Spanish Inquisition, they must practice their faith in secret. When she meets a boy whose thirst for art and passion is as strong as hers, her family's safety is threatened. Isabel's family is Jewish, but during the Spanish Inquisition, they must practice their faith in secret. When she meets a boy whose thirst for art and passion is as strong as hers, her family's safety is threatened. Show less

Isabel's family is Jewish, but during the Spanish Inquisition, they must practice their faith in secret. When she meets a boy whose thirst for art and passion is as strong as hers, her family's safety is threatened. Isabel's family is Jewish, but during the Spanish Inquisition, they must practice their faith in secret. When she meets a boy whose thirst for art and passion is as strong as hers, her family's safety is threatened. Show less

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Valiant Ladies

Valiant Ladies

by Grey, Melissa

Book - 2022

Rich young ladies by day, brawling vigilantes by night, Kiki and Ana fight for fun and justice until Kiki's older brother is found dead. MS Rich young ladies by day, brawling vigilantes by night, Kiki and Ana fight for fun and justice until Kiki's older brother is found dead. MS Show less

Rich young ladies by day, brawling vigilantes by night, Kiki and Ana fight for fun and justice until Kiki's older brother is found dead. MS Rich young ladies by day, brawling vigilantes by night, Kiki and Ana fight for fun and justice until Kiki's older brother is found dead. MS Show less

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The Red Palace

The Red Palace

by Hur, June

Book - 2022

In 1758 Korea, eighteen-year-old palace nurse Hyeon's world turns upside down when four women are murdered in the same night. When her mentor becomes the main suspect, Hyeon takes matters into her own hands to uncover the truth. MS In 1758 Korea, eighteen-year-old palace nurse Hyeon's world turns upside down when four women are murdered in the same night. When her mentor becomes the main suspect, Hyeon takes matters into her own hands to uncover the truth. MS Show less

In 1758 Korea, eighteen-year-old palace nurse Hyeon's world turns upside down when four women are murdered in the same night. When her mentor becomes the main suspect, Hyeon takes matters into her own hands to uncover the truth. MS In 1758 Korea, eighteen-year-old palace nurse Hyeon's world turns upside down when four women are murdered in the same night. When her mentor becomes the main suspect, Hyeon takes matters into her own hands to uncover the truth. MS Show less

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I'll Take Everything You Have

I'll Take Everything You Have

by Klise, James

Book - 2023

In 1934 Chicago, Joe discovers the underground queer community while also getting wrapped up in his cousin’s risky money-making scheme. In 1934 Chicago, Joe discovers the underground queer community while also getting wrapped up in his cousin’s risky money-making scheme. Show less

In 1934 Chicago, Joe discovers the underground queer community while also getting wrapped up in his cousin’s risky money-making scheme. In 1934 Chicago, Joe discovers the underground queer community while also getting wrapped up in his cousin’s risky money-making scheme. Show less

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Destination Unknown

Destination Unknown

by Konigsberg, Bill

Book - 2022

When closeted Micah meets out-and-proud CJ at a club in the height of the AIDS epidemic, their bond is immediate, but will their relationship last in such a fearful time? When closeted Micah meets out-and-proud CJ at a club in the height of the AIDS epidemic, their bond is immediate, but will their relationship last in such a fearful time? Show less

When closeted Micah meets out-and-proud CJ at a club in the height of the AIDS epidemic, their bond is immediate, but will their relationship last in such a fearful time? When closeted Micah meets out-and-proud CJ at a club in the height of the AIDS epidemic, their bond is immediate, but will their relationship last in such a fearful time? Show less

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African Town

African Town

Inspired by the True Story of the Last American Slave Slip

by Latham, Irene

Book - 2022

After 110 African captives board the last illegal slave ship to Alabama, survivors endure horrors and build the ongoing community and legacy of African Town. Told in verse. MS After 110 African captives board the last illegal slave ship to Alabama, survivors endure horrors and build the ongoing community and legacy of African Town. Told in verse. MS Show less

After 110 African captives board the last illegal slave ship to Alabama, survivors endure horrors and build the ongoing community and legacy of African Town. Told in verse. MS After 110 African captives board the last illegal slave ship to Alabama, survivors endure horrors and build the ongoing community and legacy of African Town. Told in verse. MS Show less

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This Rebel Heart

This Rebel Heart

by Locke, Katherine

Book - 2022

After her parents are murdered by the state police, Csilla vows to leave her homeland for Israel, but when she meets a young man mourning his lover, the two of them join protests against Soviet rule. After her parents are murdered by the state police, Csilla vows to leave her homeland for Israel, but when she meets a young man mourning his lover, the two of them join protests against Soviet rule. Show less

After her parents are murdered by the state police, Csilla vows to leave her homeland for Israel, but when she meets a young man mourning his lover, the two of them join protests against Soviet rule. After her parents are murdered by the state police, Csilla vows to leave her homeland for Israel, but when she meets a young man mourning his lover, the two of them join protests against Soviet rule. Show less

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The Davenports

The Davenports

by Marquis, Krystal

Book - 2023

The Davenports are one of the few wealthy Black families in 1910 Chicago. Sisters Olivia and Helen Davenport, along with their maid Amy-Rose and Olivia's ...Show more The Davenports are one of the few wealthy Black families in 1910 Chicago. Sisters Olivia and Helen Davenport, along with their maid Amy-Rose and Olivia's best friend Ruby, navigate class, gender expectations, racism, family struggles, and finding love. MS Show less

The Davenports are one of the few wealthy Black families in 1910 Chicago. Sisters Olivia and Helen Davenport, along with their maid Amy-Rose and Olivia's ...Show more The Davenports are one of the few wealthy Black families in 1910 Chicago. Sisters Olivia and Helen Davenport, along with their maid Amy-Rose and Olivia's best friend Ruby, navigate class, gender expectations, racism, family struggles, and finding love. MS Show less

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I'll Tell You No Lies

I'll Tell You No Lies

by McCrina, Amanda

Book - 2023

When eighteen-year-old Shelby, the daughter of an Air Force intelligence officer, falls for a Soviet pilot accused of being a KGB spy, she decides to risk everything to help him. But soon she begins to question who, if anyone, she can trust. MS When eighteen-year-old Shelby, the daughter of an Air Force intelligence officer, falls for a Soviet pilot accused of being a KGB spy, she decides to risk everything to help him. But soon she begins to question who, if anyone, she can trust. MS Show less

When eighteen-year-old Shelby, the daughter of an Air Force intelligence officer, falls for a Soviet pilot accused of being a KGB spy, she decides to risk everything to help him. But soon she begins to question who, if anyone, she can trust. MS When eighteen-year-old Shelby, the daughter of an Air Force intelligence officer, falls for a Soviet pilot accused of being a KGB spy, she decides to risk everything to help him. But soon she begins to question who, if anyone, she can trust. MS Show less

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Self-made Boys

Self-made Boys

A Great Gatsby Remix

by McLemore, Anna-Marie

Book - 2022

In 1922 New York City, Nicol̀s Caraveo learns that his cousin, Daisy, has been passing as white and is engaged to a wealthy man named Tom. Nick becomes dr...Show more In 1922 New York City, Nicol̀s Caraveo learns that his cousin, Daisy, has been passing as white and is engaged to a wealthy man named Tom. Nick becomes drawn into the decadent world of his new neighbor, Jay, a young man from Daisy's past who, like Nick, is transgender. Show less

In 1922 New York City, Nicol̀s Caraveo learns that his cousin, Daisy, has been passing as white and is engaged to a wealthy man named Tom. Nick becomes dr...Show more In 1922 New York City, Nicol̀s Caraveo learns that his cousin, Daisy, has been passing as white and is engaged to a wealthy man named Tom. Nick becomes drawn into the decadent world of his new neighbor, Jay, a young man from Daisy's past who, like Nick, is transgender. Show less

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Torch

Torch

by Miller-Lachmann, Lyn

Book - 2022

After the Soviets arrest Pavol for disrupting their incursion of Czechoslovakia, he kills himself, rather than face the punishing life in the salt mines t...Show more After the Soviets arrest Pavol for disrupting their incursion of Czechoslovakia, he kills himself, rather than face the punishing life in the salt mines that destroyed his father. How will his two best friends and pregnant girlfriend move on without him? MS Show less

After the Soviets arrest Pavol for disrupting their incursion of Czechoslovakia, he kills himself, rather than face the punishing life in the salt mines t...Show more After the Soviets arrest Pavol for disrupting their incursion of Czechoslovakia, he kills himself, rather than face the punishing life in the salt mines that destroyed his father. How will his two best friends and pregnant girlfriend move on without him? MS Show less

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The Silent Stars Go by

The Silent Stars Go by

by Nicholls, Sally

Book - 2022

Margot's brief romance with Harry ended with her pregnant and him missing in action in World War I. Now he's come home looking for answers and their child, but her family's shame may be too much for them both. Margot's brief romance with Harry ended with her pregnant and him missing in action in World War I. Now he's come home looking for answers and their child, but her family's shame may be too much for them both. Show less

Margot's brief romance with Harry ended with her pregnant and him missing in action in World War I. Now he's come home looking for answers and their child, but her family's shame may be too much for them both. Margot's brief romance with Harry ended with her pregnant and him missing in action in World War I. Now he's come home looking for answers and their child, but her family's shame may be too much for them both. Show less

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Daughters of A Dead Empire

Daughters of A Dead Empire

by O'Neil, Carolyn Tara

Book - 2022

Evgenia, a peasant and a bolshevik, agrees to help wealthy Anna cross the country to safety, not realizing the secret she holds may cost them both their lives. Evgenia, a peasant and a bolshevik, agrees to help wealthy Anna cross the country to safety, not realizing the secret she holds may cost them both their lives. Show less

Evgenia, a peasant and a bolshevik, agrees to help wealthy Anna cross the country to safety, not realizing the secret she holds may cost them both their lives. Evgenia, a peasant and a bolshevik, agrees to help wealthy Anna cross the country to safety, not realizing the secret she holds may cost them both their lives. Show less

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The Hunger Between Us

The Hunger Between Us

by Scott, Marina

Book - 2022

During the siege of Leningrad, seventeen-year-old Liza struggles to survive amidst food shortages in her community, the death of her mother, and the disappearance of her best friend, Aka. During the siege of Leningrad, seventeen-year-old Liza struggles to survive amidst food shortages in her community, the death of her mother, and the disappearance of her best friend, Aka. Show less

During the siege of Leningrad, seventeen-year-old Liza struggles to survive amidst food shortages in her community, the death of her mother, and the disappearance of her best friend, Aka. During the siege of Leningrad, seventeen-year-old Liza struggles to survive amidst food shortages in her community, the death of her mother, and the disappearance of her best friend, Aka. Show less

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I Must Betray You

I Must Betray You

by Sepetys, Ruta

Book - 2022

In 1989, seventeen-year-old Cristian lives in Romania, a country governed by a tyrannical dictator. When he is blackmailed to become an informer, he must decide what he's willing to risk in order to expose the truth. In 1989, seventeen-year-old Cristian lives in Romania, a country governed by a tyrannical dictator. When he is blackmailed to become an informer, he must decide what he's willing to risk in order to expose the truth. Show less

In 1989, seventeen-year-old Cristian lives in Romania, a country governed by a tyrannical dictator. When he is blackmailed to become an informer, he must decide what he's willing to risk in order to expose the truth. In 1989, seventeen-year-old Cristian lives in Romania, a country governed by a tyrannical dictator. When he is blackmailed to become an informer, he must decide what he's willing to risk in order to expose the truth. Show less

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Down the Road A Piece

Down the Road A Piece

by Sissón, Joseph G.

Book - 2022

Gaylloyd's view of America is challenged when his family drives from San Diego to Mississippi in 1957, and he sees racism first-hand, and in its worst forms. MS Gaylloyd's view of America is challenged when his family drives from San Diego to Mississippi in 1957, and he sees racism first-hand, and in its worst forms. MS Show less

Gaylloyd's view of America is challenged when his family drives from San Diego to Mississippi in 1957, and he sees racism first-hand, and in its worst forms. MS Gaylloyd's view of America is challenged when his family drives from San Diego to Mississippi in 1957, and he sees racism first-hand, and in its worst forms. MS Show less

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Nothing Sung and Nothing Spoken

Nothing Sung and Nothing Spoken

by Tyndall, Nita

Book - 2022

Charlie and her friends find refuge and fun in a forbidden jazz club, but as the Nazis swarm around them, their secret lives threaten to expose and destroy them. Charlie and her friends find refuge and fun in a forbidden jazz club, but as the Nazis swarm around them, their secret lives threaten to expose and destroy them. Show less

Charlie and her friends find refuge and fun in a forbidden jazz club, but as the Nazis swarm around them, their secret lives threaten to expose and destroy them. Charlie and her friends find refuge and fun in a forbidden jazz club, but as the Nazis swarm around them, their secret lives threaten to expose and destroy them. Show less

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Stateless

Stateless

by Wein, Elizabeth

Book - 2023

Seventeen-year-old Stella North is the only female chosen to participate in Europe's first air race for young people, meant to promote peace amidst growin...Show more Seventeen-year-old Stella North is the only female chosen to participate in Europe's first air race for young people, meant to promote peace amidst growing international tensions. But the race takes a dangerous turn after Stella witnesses a murder. MS Show less

Seventeen-year-old Stella North is the only female chosen to participate in Europe's first air race for young people, meant to promote peace amidst growin...Show more Seventeen-year-old Stella North is the only female chosen to participate in Europe's first air race for young people, meant to promote peace amidst growing international tensions. But the race takes a dangerous turn after Stella witnesses a murder. MS Show less

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