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Cemetery Boys

by Aiden Thomas · Cemetery Boys

A trans Latinx teen summons a ghost who won't leave — and discovers that proving yourself to your family matters less than proving yourself to yourself.

Kid
75
/ 100
Parent
75
/ 100
Teacher
68
/ 100
Best fit: ages 14-17 Still works: ages 13-18

Our Take

Emotionally complex YA fantasy with exceptional representation and balanced appeal. Strong on emotional depth, character voice, and authentic identity exploration; equally rewarding for entertainment, growth, and classroom use.

✓ Perfect for

  • Teens exploring identity and belonging
  • Readers who love paranormal romance with cultural depth
  • Fans of Rick Riordan's mythology-meets-modern-world approach
  • Anyone seeking LGBTQ+ representation in fantasy

Book facts

Format
ya novel
ISBN
9781035008643
Series
Cemetery Boys
Illustration
none

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