Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas follows Yadriel, a transgender teen from a traditional Latinx family of brujx who doubts his identity and abilities. Determined to prove himself as a real brujo, he secretly performs a ritual to locate the spirit of his murdered cousin, only to accidentally summon Julian Diaz, a restless classmate with a reputation for trouble. As Yadriel and Julian investigate the mysterious death and the strange events surrounding their community, their uneasy alliance deepens into a tender queer romance. Blending contemporary urban life with paranormal elements, this young adult fantasy explores gender, family expectations, and the cost of letting go.
