Teen Book Talk: The Inheritance Games

Registration for Teen Book Talk will open at 9:00AM on Wednesday, June 18th for Manheim Township and East Lampeter residents and on Wednesday, June 25th for residents of other municipalities.

For Teens ages 13-18 years of age only.

Our book selection for June is The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. You can find this book at your local library or on the Libby app by Audiobook or Ebook.

Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery virtually his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why -- or even who Tobias Hawthorne is.

To receive her inheritance, Avery must move into sprawling, secret passage-filled Hawthorne House, where every room bears the old man's touch -- and his love of puzzles, riddles, and codes. Unfortunately for Avery, Hawthorne House is also occupied by the family that Tobias Hawthorne just dispossessed. This includes the four Hawthorne grandsons: dangerous, magnetic, brilliant boys who grew up with every expectation that one day, they would inherit billions. Heir apparent Grayson Hawthorne is convinced that Avery must be a conwoman, and he's determined to take her down. His brother, Jameson, views her as their grandfather's last hurrah: a twisted riddle, a puzzle to be solved. Caught in a world of wealth and privilege, with danger around every turn, Avery will have to play the game herself just to survive.

Calling all teen readers! Join us for Teen Book Talk, a fun and engaging monthly book discussion group just for teens in grades 7–12. Each month, we’ll dive into a new title—ranging from trending young adult fiction to graphic novels, fantasy epics, thought-provoking contemporary stories, and more.

You’ll get the chance to share your thoughts, hear different perspectives, and connect with fellow book lovers in a relaxed and welcoming space. Snacks will be provided, and occasionally we’ll have themed activities or giveaways tied to the book!

Note: To help everyone stay present and get the most out of the experience, we ask that all phones stay in pockets or bags during the program. Thank you for your cooperation!

Library Program Policies

No Show – Patrons failing to cancel their registration for more than 2 library programs in a month will be restricted from registering for future programs for a period of one month’s time. Please cancel your registrations at least 2 hours prior to the start of the program to allow for those on the waiting list to be notified of their change in registration status.

Late Arrivals – Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of the program to allow for parking and other circumstances. The program will begin promptly at the designated time. At this time, your spot will be forfeited to those on the wait list who will be granted entry. If spots remain, registrants may be allowed into the program. However, registrants will not be permitted to enter the program 5 minutes past the start time.

Check In - All participants must provide an emergency contact number upon registration or at the start of the program.