Most Popular Books by Adam Silvera

Adam Silvera is the author of They Both Die at the End (2017), More Happy Than Not (2015), The First to Die at the End (2022), History Is All You Left Me (Deluxe Edition) (2022), What If It's Us (2018).

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They Both Die at the End

release date: Sep 05, 2017
They Both Die at the End
Adam Silvera reminds us that there’s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting story about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable day. #1 New York Times bestseller * 4 starred reviews * A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * A Kirkus Best Book of the Year * A Booklist Editors'' Choice * A Bustle Best YA Novel * A Paste Magazine Best YA Book * A Book Riot Best Queer Book * A Buzzfeed Best YA Book of the Year * A BookPage Best YA Book of the Year On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They’re going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they’re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There’s an app for that. It’s called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure—to live a lifetime in a single day. In the tradition of Before I Fall and If I Stay, They Both Die at the End is a tour de force from acclaimed author Adam Silvera, whose debut, More Happy Than Not, the New York Times called “profound.” Plus don''t miss The First to Die at the End: #1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera returns to the universe of international phenomenon They Both Die at the End in this prequel. New star-crossed lovers are put to the test on the first day of Death-Cast’s fateful calls.

More Happy Than Not

release date: Jan 01, 2015
More Happy Than Not
After enduring his father''s suicide, his own suicide attempt, broken friendships, and more in the Bronx projects, Aaron Soto, sixteen, is already considering the Leteo Institute''s memory-alteration procedure when his new friendship with Thomas turns to unrequited love.

The First to Die at the End

release date: Oct 04, 2022
The First to Die at the End
In this prequel to the bestselling phenomenon They Both Die at the End, two new strangers spend a life-changing day together after Death-Cast first makes their fateful calls. #1 New York Times bestseller! It’s the night before Death-Cast goes live, and there’s one question on everyone’s mind: Can Death-Cast actually predict when someone will die, or is it just an elaborate hoax? Orion Pagan has waited years for someone to tell him that he’s going to die. He has a serious heart condition, and he signed up for Death-Cast so he could know what’s coming. Valentino Prince is restarting his life in New York. He has a long and promising future ahead and he only registered for Death-Cast after his twin sister nearly died in a car accident. Orion and Valentino cross paths in Times Square and immediately feel a deep connection. But when the first round of End Day calls goes out, their lives are changed forever—one of them receives a call, and the other doesn’t. Though neither boy is certain how the day will end, they know they want to spend it together…even if that means their goodbye will be heartbreaking. Told with acclaimed author Adam Silvera’s signature bittersweet touch, this story celebrates the lasting impact that people have on each other and proves that life is always worth living to the fullest. * A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year *

History Is All You Left Me (Deluxe Edition)

release date: Jan 11, 2022
History Is All You Left Me (Deluxe Edition)
A special deluxe edition featuring an introduction by Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda; discussion questions; a new postscript from Griffin; and a letter from the author about the heartbreak that started it all. From New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera comes an explosive examination of grief, mental illness, and the devastating consequences of refusing to let go of the past. When Griffin’s first love and ex-boyfriend, Theo, dies in a drowning accident, his universe implodes. Even though Theo had moved to California for college, Griffin never doubted Theo would come back to him when the time was right. But now, the future he’s been imagining for himself has gone far off course. To make things worse, the only person who truly understands his heartache is Theo''s new boyfriend, Jackson. But no matter how much they open up to each other, Griffin’s downward spiral continues. He’s losing himself in his obsessive compulsions and destructive choices, and the secrets he’s been keeping are tearing him apart. If Griffin is ever to rebuild his future, he must first confront his history, every last heartbreaking piece in the puzzle of his life.

What If It's Us

release date: Oct 09, 2018
What If It's Us
A New York Times, USA Today, and Indie bestseller! Critically acclaimed and bestselling authors Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera combine their talents in this smart, funny, heartfelt collaboration about two very different boys who can’t decide if the universe is pushing them together—or pulling them apart. ARTHUR is only in New York for the summer, but if Broadway has taught him anything, it’s that the universe can deliver a showstopping romance when you least expect it. BEN thinks the universe needs to mind its business. If the universe had his back, he wouldn’t be on his way to the post office carrying a box of his ex-boyfriend’s things. But when Arthur and Ben meet-cute at the post office, what exactly does the universe have in store for them . . . ? Maybe nothing. After all, they get separated. Maybe everything. After all, they get reunited. But what if they can’t nail a first date even after three do-overs? What if Arthur tries too hard to make it work and Ben doesn’t try hard enough? What if life really isn’t like a Broadway play? But what if it is? What if it’s us? Plus don''t miss Here''s to Us! Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera reunite to continue the story of Arthur and Ben, the boys readers first fell for in What If It’s Us.

More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition)

release date: Sep 08, 2020
More Happy Than Not (Deluxe Edition)
A special Deluxe Edition of Adam Silvera’s groundbreaking debut featuring an introduction by Angie Thomas, New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give; a new final chapter, "More Happy Ending"; and an afterword about where it all began. In his twisty, heartbreaking, profoundly moving New York Times bestselling debut, Adam Silvera brings to life a charged, dangerous near-future summer in the Bronx. In the months following his father''s suicide, sixteen-year-old Aaron Soto can’t seem to find happiness again, despite the support of his girlfriend, Genevieve, and his overworked mom. Grief and the smile-shaped scar on his wrist won’t let him forget the pain. But when Aaron meets Thomas, a new kid in the neighborhood, something starts to shift inside him. Aaron can''t deny his unexpected feelings for Thomas despite the tensions their friendship has created with Genevieve and his tight-knit crew. Since Aaron can''t stay away from Thomas or turn off his newfound happiness, he considers taking drastic actions. The Leteo Institute’s revolutionary memory-altering procedure will straighten him out, even if it means forgetting who he truly is. Why does happiness have to be so hard?

Here's to Us

release date: Dec 28, 2021
Here's to Us
#1 New York Times bestseller! Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera reunite to continue the story of Arthur and Ben, the boys readers first fell for in the bestselling rom-com What If It’s Us. Ben survived freshman year of college, but he’s feeling more stuck than ever. His classes are a slog, his part-time job working with his father is even worse, and his best friend Dylan’s been acting weird for weeks. Ben’s only real bright spot is his writing partner Mario, who’s been giving him a lot of Spanish lessons and even more kisses. Mario’s big Hollywood dreams make Ben start to dream bigger—and the choices he makes now could be the key to reshaping his future. So why can’t he stop thinking about a certain boy from his past? Arthur is back in New York City for the first time in two years, ready to take the theater world by a storm as the world’s best . . . intern to the assistant of an off-off-Broadway director. Of course, it sucks to be spending the summer apart from his sweet, reliable boyfriend, Mikey, but he knows their relationship is strong enough to weather the distance. Which is why it’s no big deal when his ex-boyfriend Ben stumbles back into the picture. And it’s definitely fine that Ben’s blissfully happy with some mystery boy. First loves are special, but it’s way too late for what-ifs. Right? Even as the boys try to shake off the past, they keep running into each other in the present. Is this the universe trying to tell them there’s a do-over in their future? Here''s to Us is sure to be welcomed by fans old and new of these authors and their previous collaboration, What If It''s Us. Critically acclaimed and bestselling authors Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera combine their talents in these smart, funny, heartfelt novels about two very different boys who can’t decide if the universe is pushing them together—or pulling them apart.

They Both Die at the End Collector's Edition

release date: Nov 07, 2023
They Both Die at the End Collector's Edition
Adam Silvera reminds us that there''s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting story about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable day. This special collector''s edition features an exclusive short story, a letter from the author, and a stunning stepback cover with a brand-new design. #1 New York Times bestseller * four starred reviews * A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * A Kirkus Best Book of the Year * A Booklist Editors'' Choice * A Bustle Best YA Novel * A Paste Magazine Best YA Book * A Book Riot Best Queer Book * A BuzzFeed Best YA Book of the Year * A BookPage Best YA Book of the Year On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They''re going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they''re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There''s an app for that. It''s called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure--to live a lifetime in a single day. In the tradition of Before I Fall and If I Stay, They Both Die at the End is a tour de force from acclaimed author Adam Silvera, whose debut, More Happy Than Not, the New York Times called "profound." Plus don''t miss The First to Die at the End: #1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera returns to the universe of international phenomenon They Both Die at the End in this prequel. New star-crossed lovers are put to the test on the first day of Death-Cast''s fateful calls.

Infinity Son

release date: Jan 14, 2020
Infinity Son
A New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and IndieBound bestseller! Balancing epic and intensely personal stakes, bestselling author Adam Silvera’s Infinity Son is a gritty, fast-paced adventure about two brothers caught up in a magical war generations in the making. Growing up in New York, brothers Emil and Brighton always idolized the Spell Walkers—a vigilante group sworn to rid the world of specters. While the Spell Walkers and other celestials are born with powers, specters take them, violently stealing the essence of endangered magical creatures. Brighton wishes he had a power so he could join the fray. Emil just wants the fighting to stop. The cycle of violence has taken a toll, making it harder for anyone with a power to live peacefully and openly. In this climate of fear, a gang of specters has been growing bolder by the day. Then, in a brawl after a protest, Emil manifests a power of his own—one that puts him right at the heart of the conflict and sets him up to be the heroic Spell Walker Brighton always wanted to be. Brotherhood, love, and loyalty will be put to the test, and no one will escape the fight unscathed. Don''t miss Infinity Reaper, the gripping sequel, which includes a special prequel short story starring Ness!

Infinity Kings

release date: Mar 12, 2024
Infinity Kings
From the author of the INTERNATIONAL NO.1 BESTSELLER THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END. In this epic conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Infinity Cycle trilogy, two brothers find themselves in a heartbreaking war against one another . . . For fans of Cassandra Clare, Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J Maas. After the ultimate betrayal, Emil must rise up as a leader to stop his brother, Brighton, before he becomes too powerful. Even if that means pushing away Ness and Wyatt as they compete for his heart so he can focus on the war. Brighton has a legion of followers at his command, but when he learns about an ancient scythe that can kill the unkillable, he realises that’s all he needs to become unstoppable against Emil and other rising threats. Meanwhile, Maribelle aligns with her greatest enemy to resurrect her lost love, and Ness infiltrates political circles to stop Iron from ruling the country, but both missions lead to tragedies that will change everyone’s lives for ever. As the Infinity Son and the Infinity Reaper go to war, who will be crowned the Infinity King? Praise for Infinity Son: ''A magnificent addition to the ranks of Young Adult fantasy'' Waterstones ''Silvera shoots off his plot like a gun and writes action sequences as if they were car chases – relentless, quick-cutting, sparks flying'' New York Times ''Silvera has created an exciting fantasy series opener. Fans of Cassandra Clare … will love this magical book that embodies it all.'' School Library Journal

Infinity Reaper

release date: Mar 02, 2021
Infinity Reaper
In this gripping sequel to the New York Times bestselling Infinity Son, Adam Silvera brings a diverse cast of heroes and villains to life in an alternate New York where some people are born with powers, while others steal them from the blood of endangered magical creatures. Emil and Brighton defied the odds. They beat the Blood Casters and escaped with their lives—or so they thought. When Brighton drank the Reaper''s Blood, he believed it would make him invincible, but instead the potion is killing him. In Emil''s race to find an antidote that will not only save his brother but also rid him of his own unwanted phoenix powers, he will have to dig deep into the very past lives he''s trying to outrun. Though he needs the help of the Spell Walkers now more than ever, their ranks are fracturing, with Maribelle''s thirst for revenge sending her down a dangerous path. Meanwhile, Ness is being abused by Senator Iron for political gain, his rare shifting ability making him a dangerous weapon. As much as Ness longs to send Emil a signal, he knows the best way to keep Emil safe from his corrupt father is to keep him at a distance. The battle for peace is playing out like an intricate game of chess, and as the pieces on the board move into place, Emil starts to realize that he may have been competing against the wrong enemy all along.

Infinity Cycle

release date: Mar 12, 2024
Infinity Cycle
In this epic conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Infinity Cycle trilogy, two brothers find themselves in a heartbreaking war against one another . . .

More Happy Than Not Collector's Edition

release date: Jun 03, 2025

Infinity Son (Bd. 1)

release date: Feb 16, 2023
Infinity Son (Bd. 1)
Aufgewachsen in New York, haben die Zwillingsbrüder Emil und Brighton die Spellwalker immer vergöttert – eine Gruppe cooler Actionhelden, die sich geschworen hat, die Welt von den Specter zu befreien. Während die Celestials und andere Himmlische mit magischen Kräften geboren werden, stehlen die Specter gewaltsam die Essenz seltener magischer Kreaturen wie Phönixe. Brighton wünscht sich, er hätte die Macht, sich dem Kampf seiner Helden anschließen zu können. Emil hingegen will nur, dass die Kämpfe endlich aufhören. Nach einem Protest kommt es zu einer Schlägerei, und Emil erkennt seine eigene magische Kraft – eine, die ihn in den Mittelpunkt des Konflikts stellt und zu jenem heldenhaften Himmlischen macht, der Brighton immer sein wollte ...

Infinity Reaper (Bd. 2)

release date: Sep 14, 2023
Infinity Reaper (Bd. 2)
In dieser fesselnden Fortsetzung nimmt Adam Silvera seine Fans erneut mit in ein New York, in dem einige Menschen mit magischen Kräften geboren werden, andere diese jedoch gewaltsam aus dem Blut magischer Kreaturen stehlen. Als Brighton nach dem Kampf mit den Bloodcastern die verhängnisvolle Entscheidung trifft, das Unsterblichkeit versprechende Reaper-Blut zu trinken, ändert sich alles: Plötzlich steht Brightons Leben auf dem Spiel. Auf Emils Jagd nach einem Gegenmittel, das nicht nur seinen Bruder rettet, sondern ihn auch von seinen eigenen ungewollten Phönixkräften befreit, muss er tief in die Vergangenheit eintauchen, der er entkommen will. Und obwohl er die Hilfe der Spellwalkers jetzt mehr denn je braucht, zerbrechen ihre Reihen an Maribelles Rachedurst. Der Kampf um den Frieden spielt sich wie ein kompliziertes Schachspiel ab, und Emil beginnt zu begreifen, dass er möglicherweise die ganze Zeit gegen den falschen Feind angetreten ist.

The Adam Silvera Collection

release date: Oct 14, 2021
The Adam Silvera Collection
From the No. 1 international bestselling author, Adam Silvera, comes three sensational books guaranteed to stay with you long after reading. THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END When Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to tell them they''re going to die today, two total strangers meet up through the Last Friend app to live a lifetime in a single day . . . and maybe even fall in love while they''re at it. HISTORY IS ALL YOU LEFT ME After Griffin loses his ex-boyfriend and first love, Theo, grief and worsening OCD become all consuming. But Theo''s most recent boyfriend provides unexpected comfort. As their relationship becomes complicated, Griffin must make a choice: confront the past or miss out on the future. MORE HAPPY THAN NOT Aaron Soto hasn''t been happy since his father''s suicide, but he can''t deny how much better he feels around newfound friend, Thomas. With his feelings throwing up confusion, he turns to a memory-alteration procedure to straighten him out, even if it means forgetting who he truly is . . . Praise for Adam Silvera: ''Adam Silvera is a master at capturing the infinite small heartbreaks of love and loss and grief.'' Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything ''A phenomenal talent.'' Juno Dawson, author of Clean ''There isn''t a teenager alive who won''t find their heart described perfectly on these pages.'' Patrick Ness, author of The Knife of Never Letting Go

Death-Cast 2-Book Hardcover Box Set

release date: Nov 01, 2022
Death-Cast 2-Book Hardcover Box Set
Discover They Both Die at the End, the year-long #1 New York Times bestseller, and The First to Die at the End from critically acclaimed author Adam Silvera in this hardcover box set. Just in time for holiday gifting! They Both Die at the End "Extraordinary and unforgettable." --ALA Booklist, starred review "Adam Silvera uses his ample skill to force readers to examine how they live life now and how they want to live it." --Teen Vogue "Gorgeous writing and wonderful storytelling will wreck you in the very best possible way." --BuzzFeed On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They''re going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they''re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There''s an app for that. Through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure--to live a lifetime in a single day. The First to Die at the End Adam Silvera revisits the world of Death-Cast 7 years before the events of They Both Die at the End in this story about the lasting impact that people have on each other. It''s the night before Death-Cast goes live, and there''s one question on everyone''s mind: Can Death-Cast actually predict when someone will die, or is it just an elaborate hoax? Orion Pagan has waited years for someone to tell him that he''s going to die, but Valentino Prince only just registered for Death-Cast, prompted in part because his twin sister nearly died. When the first round of End Day calls goes out their lives are forever changed--and, through one unforgettable day together, they learn how life is always worth living to the fullest.
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