The Highest Rated Reads From Young Sheldon Star Raegan Revord’s Book Club
There are plenty of celebrity book clubs, but Raegan Revord’s is special because it caters to young adult readers. The “Young Sheldon” star shared on TikTok that they were inspired to start theirs back in 2022 after noticing there was a lack of YA representation in the book club space. Since then, the club has grown to over 50,000 followers on Instagram, and provided recommendations for numerous novels from established and up-and-coming authors.
The selections span genres, from thrillers and romance to fantasy, and are united by engaging plots and dynamic characters. These are the kind of picks that could only come from a lifelong reader and devoted book lover. “It kind of is trying to figure out [if the club is] attention-snagging enough that people will be like, ‘Oh I could put down a phone for this,'” Revord told People in 2024. “I try to find stories that are interesting from the get-go and stories that are diverse because I want people to feel seen and find someone in each story that they can relate to.” If you’re trying to decide where to start, we’ve identified their top-rated picks.
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
This summer camp thriller by Liz Moore garnered 4.11 stars on Goodreads, thanks to its propulsive plot and unique blend of history and mystery. When a 13-year-old camper disappears from her cabin, it quickly raises questions about another child’s disappearance 14 years before. Readers of “The God of the Woods” will find themselves immersed in the leafy landscape of the Adirondack Mountains, where all sorts of secrets are obscured in the dark woods. “This book is so good right from the get-go,” said Raegan Revord in a TikTok video announcing the selection. “It pulls you in.”
“The story gives us not one intriguing mystery to unravel but two, and along the route to the surprising conclusion, it includes family dynamics, social hierarchy, and commentary such as the status of women, abuse, and misogyny that takes your breath away,” writes one Goodreads reviewer. “There’s deeply rooted toxicity and prejudice, but to counterbalance this, there’s also a strong element of friendship which shines like a beacon amongst the less savory elements.” If you love this book, then you might want to check out one of these edge-of-your-seat mystery and thriller books.
If you gravitate towards stories about star-crossed love, then you’ll enjoy Adrienne Young’s intriguing blend of fantasy and mystery. “The Unmaking of June Farrow” is about the generations of Farrow women who have operated a flower farm in the foothills of North Carolina, and the daughter who is finally brave enough to try and break free from a decades-long familial curse. “On the surface it seems like a fun, mysterious fantasy book,” said Raegan Revord in a TikTok video introducing the novel. “And then you read it and there’s an intense, heartbreak love story.”
Readers praised the emotional stakes, multi-dimensional characters, and the satisfying plot turns, awarding the novel 4.12 stars. “If you love magical realism and a twisty-turny, sci-fi psychological mind game, look no further,” wrote one Goodreads reviewer. “This book is so unbelievably good!” Young manages to beautifully span genres, incorporating a compelling romantic plot alongside a riveting murder mystery and artfully rendered intergenerational bonds. “The women in this book are so strong and protective of each other,” wrote one Goodreads reviewer. “No family is perfect, and there are moments where they hurt each other in the process of trying to love. Seeing the love of mothers, daughters, and granddaughters portrayed in such a profound and realistic way was very touching.” If you love this story, then consider checking out one of the best family saga picks from the Read With Jenna Book Club.
