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Paradise Coast
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Expected 24 Feb 26Rival groups of local and wealthy teens in a small Everglades town confront the secrets that rise from the waters in the wake of a hurricane in this sizzling and suspenseful thriller from New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Young—perfect for fans of Outer Banks and The White Lotus.
Some secrets won’t stay buried. Not even in the Everglades.
Deep in the Everglades, there was once a luxurious and legendary hotel enjoyed by the wealthy elite. Until one mysterious night when a fire tore through the building, killing a young socialite and casting blame on a local dock worker. Soon after, the hotel vanished, swallowed up by the wetlands like it never existed at all.
Until now.
When a powerful hurricane unearths the ruins of the long-forgotten hotel, the past is dragged back to the surface as clues to the devasting truth about the night of the fire are revealed.
It’s the truth that die-hard local Noa and her friends have been chasing for years in the hopes of clearing their ancestor’s name and pushing back against the rich families trying to force them out. With the help of Jamie, the rebellious son of a wealthy businessman, Noa and her crew begin a desperate fight for the justice they deserve.
It won’t be easy. Because the wealthy control just about everything on Paradise Coast—including the truth. And they will do whatever it takes, even kill, to make sure the past stays buried.
Some secrets won’t stay buried. Not even in the Everglades.
Deep in the Everglades, there was once a luxurious and legendary hotel enjoyed by the wealthy elite. Until one mysterious night when a fire tore through the building, killing a young socialite and casting blame on a local dock worker. Soon after, the hotel vanished, swallowed up by the wetlands like it never existed at all.
Until now.
When a powerful hurricane unearths the ruins of the long-forgotten hotel, the past is dragged back to the surface as clues to the devasting truth about the night of the fire are revealed.
It’s the truth that die-hard local Noa and her friends have been chasing for years in the hopes of clearing their ancestor’s name and pushing back against the rich families trying to force them out. With the help of Jamie, the rebellious son of a wealthy businessman, Noa and her crew begin a desperate fight for the justice they deserve.
It won’t be easy. Because the wealthy control just about everything on Paradise Coast—including the truth. And they will do whatever it takes, even kill, to make sure the past stays buried.
320 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication February 24, 2026
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Suzanne Young
69 books4,890 followersSuzanne Young is the New York Times bestselling author of The Program, The Treatment, and several other novels. She currently lives in Tempe, Arizona where she teaches high school English and obsesses about books. Learn more about Suzanne at www.suzanne-young.blogspot.com
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October 31, 2025
Suzanne Young never fails to deliver an intense filled read with just enough romance thrown in to really make it interesting. This was such a fun read, one that kept me turning the pages and rooting for the Chasers. And with that ending, I'm really hoping there will be a book two because there is just so much more I want to know about the Hotel and all its creepy past.
*ARC provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.*
*ARC provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.*
November 16, 2025
This was totally giving me Outer Banks (netflix show) vibes which I love!
This was a super fun YA thriller that kept me hooked the whole time. I loved the setup of a hurricane uncovering an old hotel in the Everglades and all the secrets that start rising up with it. Following Noa and her friends as they try to clear their ancestor’s name while going up against the rich families was really interesting, and I liked the whole local vs. wealthy teen drama. It honestly gave Outer Banks vibes in the best way, so if you liked the Netflix show, definitely pick this up. The mystery around what really happened the night of the fire was my favorite part, and even though some twists were a little wild, it was still a really fun, suspenseful read!
Thank you to Netgalley and Simon & Schuster Books for this ARC!
This was a super fun YA thriller that kept me hooked the whole time. I loved the setup of a hurricane uncovering an old hotel in the Everglades and all the secrets that start rising up with it. Following Noa and her friends as they try to clear their ancestor’s name while going up against the rich families was really interesting, and I liked the whole local vs. wealthy teen drama. It honestly gave Outer Banks vibes in the best way, so if you liked the Netflix show, definitely pick this up. The mystery around what really happened the night of the fire was my favorite part, and even though some twists were a little wild, it was still a really fun, suspenseful read!
Thank you to Netgalley and Simon & Schuster Books for this ARC!
September 20, 2025
The Collective (the rich) and the Chasers (the working class) have been enemies for years, ever since a murder split their worlds apart. Noa, a Chaser, and Jamie, a Collective, team up with their friends to uncover what really happened—and the truth is way darker than they imagined.
I really enjoyed this one! There were some slower parts, but mystery of the abandoned hotel and the deaths kept me reading into the night. If you're into the drama and secrets, you will enjoy this one. If you liked Outer Banks, Revenge, or Ozark, this book will need to be your next read. I loved these shows, and this book gave me the same kind of vibes. Such a perfect read to close out summer!
Thank you to Author Suzanne Young and
4.5/5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
I really enjoyed this one! There were some slower parts, but mystery of the abandoned hotel and the deaths kept me reading into the night. If you're into the drama and secrets, you will enjoy this one. If you liked Outer Banks, Revenge, or Ozark, this book will need to be your next read. I loved these shows, and this book gave me the same kind of vibes. Such a perfect read to close out summer!
Thank you to Author Suzanne Young and
4.5/5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
November 10, 2025
This book follows two drama-filled rival groups of teens in Florida following a hurricane. And this hurricane reveals an old hotel...and secrets.
This is a murder mystery and a reluctant team-up. And I love a reluctant team-up.
I was a bit disappointed that this seemed to follow the teen drama more than the actual team-up to solve a crime story that I thought I was getting. It really did sound like so much fun and chaos.
This could be a bit slow because of that strange focus pull, making the story and the characters slow and flatter than they should've been. I just wanted more from them.
Thanks to NetGalley for the e-ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review!
This is a murder mystery and a reluctant team-up. And I love a reluctant team-up.
I was a bit disappointed that this seemed to follow the teen drama more than the actual team-up to solve a crime story that I thought I was getting. It really did sound like so much fun and chaos.
This could be a bit slow because of that strange focus pull, making the story and the characters slow and flatter than they should've been. I just wanted more from them.
Thanks to NetGalley for the e-ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review!
October 30, 2025
4.5
I really enjoyed this book. The switch between narratives every chapter flowed seamlessly to tell one cohesive story, while also telling the story of the two main characters. I found all of the characters to be realistic and uniquely their own. The main conflict had me steaming with rage so I am glad the ending paid off. I will definitely read more from this author!
*Thank you to Netgalley and Suzanne Young for the ARC to review*
I really enjoyed this book. The switch between narratives every chapter flowed seamlessly to tell one cohesive story, while also telling the story of the two main characters. I found all of the characters to be realistic and uniquely their own. The main conflict had me steaming with rage so I am glad the ending paid off. I will definitely read more from this author!
*Thank you to Netgalley and Suzanne Young for the ARC to review*
October 19, 2025
I reaaaaaaaally wanted to like this but after a while it started to feel more like a teenage soap opera than thriller novel. I’ll let a lot of stuff slide when reading YA thrillers but there was so much in this that was just too unbelievable
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you NetGalley and Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
“Paradise Coast” by Suzanne Collins is a sun-soaked YA thriller that combines small-town rivalry, buried secrets, and simmering teen drama into a fast-paced coastal mystery. Set in Cape Hope, Florida, the story kicks off after a hurricane uncovers the long-submerged Starline Hotel, along with the truth about a decades-old fire that killed a wealthy socialite and forever divided the town.
The story follows two rival groups: the Chasers, made up of local teens fighting to protect their home and clear an ancestor’s name, and the Collective, the powerful, wealthy families who control Cape Hope from behind the scenes. Noa, a determined local trying to keep her family’s surf shack afloat, wants nothing to do with the Collective; that is, until the mystery surrounding the Starline Hotel forces her into an uneasy alliance with Jamie, the son of one of the town’s most influential men. Their reluctant team-up, layered with emotional history and second-chance romance, adds both tension and heart to the story.
Told in dual points of view, the story flows smoothly between Noa and Jamie, allowing you to see both sides of the town’s deep-rooted divide. This rivalry reminds me of the Montague versus Capulet rivalry from Romeo and Juliet, and it fuels much of the drama, and while the story starts at a slower pace with a strong focus on teen relationships and power dynamics, it eventually accelerates into a cascade of revelations. Once the mystery takes center stage, the plot becomes a whirlwind of conspiracies, missing people, corruption, and shocking truths that run far deeper than expected.
The setting is a standout. It features storm-battered beaches, hidden ruins in the Everglades, and a town simmering with resentment and privilege give the book serious Outer Banks vibes. While some twists are a bit predictable and the teen drama occasionally overshadows the investigation, the tension remains high, and the emotional payoff is satisfying. The conflict is infuriating in the best way, making the eventual resolution feel earned and cathartic.
Overall, “Paradise Coast” is a gripping YA mystery about power, class, loyalty, and uncovering the truth, even when the town would rather keep it buried. This book is perfect for readers who love rivalries, reluctant alliances, and secrets washed ashore by the storm.
“Paradise Coast” by Suzanne Collins is a sun-soaked YA thriller that combines small-town rivalry, buried secrets, and simmering teen drama into a fast-paced coastal mystery. Set in Cape Hope, Florida, the story kicks off after a hurricane uncovers the long-submerged Starline Hotel, along with the truth about a decades-old fire that killed a wealthy socialite and forever divided the town.
The story follows two rival groups: the Chasers, made up of local teens fighting to protect their home and clear an ancestor’s name, and the Collective, the powerful, wealthy families who control Cape Hope from behind the scenes. Noa, a determined local trying to keep her family’s surf shack afloat, wants nothing to do with the Collective; that is, until the mystery surrounding the Starline Hotel forces her into an uneasy alliance with Jamie, the son of one of the town’s most influential men. Their reluctant team-up, layered with emotional history and second-chance romance, adds both tension and heart to the story.
Told in dual points of view, the story flows smoothly between Noa and Jamie, allowing you to see both sides of the town’s deep-rooted divide. This rivalry reminds me of the Montague versus Capulet rivalry from Romeo and Juliet, and it fuels much of the drama, and while the story starts at a slower pace with a strong focus on teen relationships and power dynamics, it eventually accelerates into a cascade of revelations. Once the mystery takes center stage, the plot becomes a whirlwind of conspiracies, missing people, corruption, and shocking truths that run far deeper than expected.
The setting is a standout. It features storm-battered beaches, hidden ruins in the Everglades, and a town simmering with resentment and privilege give the book serious Outer Banks vibes. While some twists are a bit predictable and the teen drama occasionally overshadows the investigation, the tension remains high, and the emotional payoff is satisfying. The conflict is infuriating in the best way, making the eventual resolution feel earned and cathartic.
Overall, “Paradise Coast” is a gripping YA mystery about power, class, loyalty, and uncovering the truth, even when the town would rather keep it buried. This book is perfect for readers who love rivalries, reluctant alliances, and secrets washed ashore by the storm.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to Simon & Schuster for providing me with my first ARC (advanced reader copy) — and what a fun one to start with. Paradise Coast is a fast-paced YA thriller set in a small Everglades town where secrets run as deep as the swamps themselves. Cape Hope is divided between two rival groups: the Chasers, working-class locals fighting to survive, and the Collective, wealthy families determined to control the town at any cost.
The story opens as a hurricane slams into Cape Hope, triggering a slow but intentional buildup to the central mystery. It’s told through alternating points of view of Noa, a fiercely loyal Chaser desperate to save her family’s business, and Jamie, a member of the Collective struggling under the shadow of his powerful and ruthless father. When they — along with Noa’s crew — stumble upon an abandoned hotel hidden deep in the Everglades, a place that supposedly burned down years ago, they’re pulled into a mystery far more dangerous than they ever anticipated.
The early slower pacing is used effectively to establish character backstories and explore the town’s sharp power and class divides — and that groundwork pays off. I often found myself angry at those abusing their power and fiercely rooting for the Chasers as tensions escalated.
I’m a total sucker for teen drama, and this delivered. Many readers have compared it to Outer Banks (which I’ll definitely be checking out). With its tense atmosphere, steady unraveling of secrets, and touch of romance, Paradise Coast delivers an addictive blend of small-town drama and suspense that kept me turning pages. The ending hints at a potential sequel, and I’m already looking forward to returning to Paradise Coast.
The story opens as a hurricane slams into Cape Hope, triggering a slow but intentional buildup to the central mystery. It’s told through alternating points of view of Noa, a fiercely loyal Chaser desperate to save her family’s business, and Jamie, a member of the Collective struggling under the shadow of his powerful and ruthless father. When they — along with Noa’s crew — stumble upon an abandoned hotel hidden deep in the Everglades, a place that supposedly burned down years ago, they’re pulled into a mystery far more dangerous than they ever anticipated.
The early slower pacing is used effectively to establish character backstories and explore the town’s sharp power and class divides — and that groundwork pays off. I often found myself angry at those abusing their power and fiercely rooting for the Chasers as tensions escalated.
I’m a total sucker for teen drama, and this delivered. Many readers have compared it to Outer Banks (which I’ll definitely be checking out). With its tense atmosphere, steady unraveling of secrets, and touch of romance, Paradise Coast delivers an addictive blend of small-town drama and suspense that kept me turning pages. The ending hints at a potential sequel, and I’m already looking forward to returning to Paradise Coast.
November 12, 2025
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PARADISE COAST by Suzanne Young (Feb 24, 2026)
Thank you Netgalley and Simon Teen for the earc
Noa and her friends have been chasing the secret about what happened at Starline Hotel that k*lled a rich socialite so they could clear someone's name. And to keep from being pushing out by the Collective. The Chasers team up with Jamie the son of a wealthy man. Together they fight to find the truth and to stay alive.
PARADISE COAST is a YA mystery that mixes drama between the Collective and the Chasers, a missing person, accusations, and conspiracies that run deep within the town of Cape Hope. This dual point of view novel follows two people from different backgrounds whose stories intercross together in a way that allows everything to flow nicely.
PARADISE COAST is all about two groups of people who are enemies. It had a lot of Montagues versus Capulet vibes, and I wasn't sure what to expect. I found this to play out slowly...at first. Once everything picked up, everything was boom, boom, bam. With so many parties intertwined in these two different "parties," it was hard to know who Noa, Jamie, Shawn, and Tech could trust; nonetheless, I knew. There was so much that happened as Noa and her friends investigated the tragedy of the Starline Hotel as well as the new tragedy. This was thrilling. Very well-written, and so intriguing. This storyline is shocking, and it plays out quite predictably at times, but it's very revealing...unearthing more than I bargained for. Highly recommend.
PARADISE COAST by Suzanne Young (Feb 24, 2026)
Thank you Netgalley and Simon Teen for the earc
Noa and her friends have been chasing the secret about what happened at Starline Hotel that k*lled a rich socialite so they could clear someone's name. And to keep from being pushing out by the Collective. The Chasers team up with Jamie the son of a wealthy man. Together they fight to find the truth and to stay alive.
PARADISE COAST is a YA mystery that mixes drama between the Collective and the Chasers, a missing person, accusations, and conspiracies that run deep within the town of Cape Hope. This dual point of view novel follows two people from different backgrounds whose stories intercross together in a way that allows everything to flow nicely.
PARADISE COAST is all about two groups of people who are enemies. It had a lot of Montagues versus Capulet vibes, and I wasn't sure what to expect. I found this to play out slowly...at first. Once everything picked up, everything was boom, boom, bam. With so many parties intertwined in these two different "parties," it was hard to know who Noa, Jamie, Shawn, and Tech could trust; nonetheless, I knew. There was so much that happened as Noa and her friends investigated the tragedy of the Starline Hotel as well as the new tragedy. This was thrilling. Very well-written, and so intriguing. This storyline is shocking, and it plays out quite predictably at times, but it's very revealing...unearthing more than I bargained for. Highly recommend.
December 1, 2025
Paradise Coast by Suzanne Young is a gripping YA coastal mystery that blends sunken secrets, family drama, and a second-chance romance set against the storm-battered shores of Cape Hope. Noa, a hardworking local determined to keep her family’s surf shack alive, wants nothing to do with the wealthy seasonal residents known as the Collective. Jamie, unfortunately, is part of that world, even though he’s never truly fit in.
When Noa and her friends uncover a submerged hotel and a body linked to Cape Hope’s darkest secrets, the story takes a thrilling turn. What begins as curiosity becomes a dangerous unraveling of corruption, blackmail, and long-buried truths involving Jamie’s family, Noa’s missing brother, and the powerful men who control the town.
Young creates a vivid, atmospheric setting full of tension and heart. Noa and Jamie’s emotional history adds depth to the mystery, and their slowly rekindled connection is both tender and complicated. As the danger escalates, the book delivers strong twists and a satisfying, hopeful ending.
Fast-paced, addictive, and full of coastal vibes, Paradise Coast is perfect for fans of YA thrillers with a romantic thread and a small-town mystery that keeps you turning pages.
When Noa and her friends uncover a submerged hotel and a body linked to Cape Hope’s darkest secrets, the story takes a thrilling turn. What begins as curiosity becomes a dangerous unraveling of corruption, blackmail, and long-buried truths involving Jamie’s family, Noa’s missing brother, and the powerful men who control the town.
Young creates a vivid, atmospheric setting full of tension and heart. Noa and Jamie’s emotional history adds depth to the mystery, and their slowly rekindled connection is both tender and complicated. As the danger escalates, the book delivers strong twists and a satisfying, hopeful ending.
Fast-paced, addictive, and full of coastal vibes, Paradise Coast is perfect for fans of YA thrillers with a romantic thread and a small-town mystery that keeps you turning pages.
November 17, 2025
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!
Noa, a chaser (the working class), and Jamie, a collective (the working class) team up, along with their friends to save Noa's family's home and keep the collective from taking over the town that the chasers have lived in for generations. Noa's brother has been missing for a year, and now his best friend has gone missing too. Meanwhile the chasers are also looking for a an old hotel off the coast that was supposed to have burned down years ago, killing one of the collective.
I really enjoyed this book. It was a quick read and despite the multiple storylines, they all tied together at the end which is rare. I read this in one sitting because it was so engaging. I saw it being compare to the show outer banks, but honestly, I enjoyed this much more!
Noa, a chaser (the working class), and Jamie, a collective (the working class) team up, along with their friends to save Noa's family's home and keep the collective from taking over the town that the chasers have lived in for generations. Noa's brother has been missing for a year, and now his best friend has gone missing too. Meanwhile the chasers are also looking for a an old hotel off the coast that was supposed to have burned down years ago, killing one of the collective.
I really enjoyed this book. It was a quick read and despite the multiple storylines, they all tied together at the end which is rare. I read this in one sitting because it was so engaging. I saw it being compare to the show outer banks, but honestly, I enjoyed this much more!
November 21, 2025
The synopsis of this really intrigued me but sadly it just fell a little flat for me. It was a bit more teenage drama than I was hoping for. The drama felt more focused on than the actual mystery plot of the story, which was a bit of a let down to me. When we finally got to the end and solved the mystery, I was neither shocked nor surprised. It fell like we knew who was going to be the big bad all along. I didn’t absolutely hate this but I didn’t fully love it either. All thoughts and opinions are solely my own! Thank you so much to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of the arc in return for an honest review!
December 4, 2025
Paradise Coast
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As a coastal dweller I was psyched to read this, especially when the synopsis gave such Outer Banks vibes. Paradise Coast was a RIDE, it was so incredibly well written for a YA thriller; I was NOT expecting that ending. I absolutely loved the mystery around the old hotel and found myself hoping we would get more of its history (maybe another book???).
If you’re a fan of Outer Banks or even just an incredibly well written thriller, add this to your tbr immediately!
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Thank you so much to @simonteen and @authorsuzanneyoung for this gifted copy!
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As a coastal dweller I was psyched to read this, especially when the synopsis gave such Outer Banks vibes. Paradise Coast was a RIDE, it was so incredibly well written for a YA thriller; I was NOT expecting that ending. I absolutely loved the mystery around the old hotel and found myself hoping we would get more of its history (maybe another book???).
If you’re a fan of Outer Banks or even just an incredibly well written thriller, add this to your tbr immediately!
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Thank you so much to @simonteen and @authorsuzanneyoung for this gifted copy!
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September 5, 2025
I missed you, Suzanne Young😭😭 This author can do absolutely no wrong in my eyes. This was such a fun read, with so many moments of just pure adrenaline! I was a little worried cause usually there’s some kind of fantasy or supernatural element in her books, so this not having that made me have doubts. But how dare I doubt Suzanne?! And that ending???? My brain is whirring like an old computer, trying to find the answer. Ugh! So good! Now I have to wait to add this to my physical collection!
*I received a digital ARC through Edelweiss as a bookseller*
*I received a digital ARC through Edelweiss as a bookseller*
September 16, 2025
If you are a Ozark fan then this book is for you. I enjoyed this book a lot. It reminded me of one of those mystery shows on Netflix where it's the wealthy v the working class, with a murder at the center of everything. Would highly recommend.
October 21, 2025
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November 13, 2025
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December 27, 2025
Paradise Coast was a quick YA thriller with a fun coastal mystery plus a dash of romance. This book definitely gives “Outer Banks” vibes, filled with small town rivalry, teen drama, and buried secrets. There were some slower parts, and I wish the focus had been more on the crime aspect rather than the teen drama at times, but overall a quick read. 3.5 stars.
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