Compound Fracture by Andrew Joseph White feels especially timely and important. This young adult novel, set in West Virginia, follows 16-year-old Miles Abernathy as he survives a brutal attack rooted in his family's multigenerational feud, which began during the West Virginia Coal Wars. While living in constant fear of the feud’s violence, Miles is also navigating his identity—coming out as trans, exploring relationships, and realizing he’s likely autistic.

At its heart, this is a story about embracing a legacy of resistance and standing up to injustice, about discovering who you are and where you belong. A powerful coming-of-age novel, Compound Fracture weaves together trauma, history, and healing in a way that feels both raw and deeply resonant.