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Characterization labels used: angsty heroine, strong female lead, traumatized protagonist, self-sacrificing, brave heroine, reckless protagonist, guilt-ridden, morally conflicted, protective love interest, antihero rival, manipulative villain, traitorous brother, loyal side characters, volatile couple

Relationships labels used: romantic tension, trust issues, power struggle, betrayal, family conflict, sibling betrayal, protective romance, team loyalty, friendship bonds

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Chill Factor

Rachel Caine · 2005 · Weather Warden

A weather-controlling heroine races to Las Vegas to stop a power-drunk teen, while rival factions and hidden agendas close in.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: snarky heroine · strong heroine · reactive protagonist · determined protagonist · resourceful heroine · overmatched heroine · troubled teen · mysterious ally · morally compromised leaders · corrupt authority · protective love interest · martyr complex · tenacious heroine · emotionally battered protagonist

Relationships labels: romantic tension · forbidden trust · betrayal · manipulation · dependency · power imbalance · secret alliance · conflicted loyalty

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1128

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The Diabolic

S.J. Kincaid · 2016 · The Diabolic

A genetically engineered bodyguard impersonates her charge at a corrupt imperial court to keep her safe—and survive.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: ruthless heroine · morally gray · engineered soldier · bodyguard · antihero · kickass heroine · emotionally closed-off · unstable prince · cunning rival · complex villain · female lead · character growth · self-discovery · humanity arc · fierce loyalty

Relationships labels: protector bond · deep friendship · romantic tension · slow burn romance · forbidden romance · mutual trust · power imbalance · sisterlike bond · betrayal · loyalty conflict · found family

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1166

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Omega

Robert J. Crane · 2013 · The Girl in the Box

Sienna races to stop Omega’s hidden plot while the battle for the Directorate turns personal, brutal, and devastating.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: hunted protagonist · strong heroine · witty heroine · angsty protagonist · emotionally battered · growing heroine · trusted-allies-betrayal · developing supporting cast · antiheroic pressure

Relationships labels: friendship betrayal · romantic relationship · found family · family tension · team dynamics · loyalty and trust · mentor betrayal · group conflict

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1171

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Windfall

Rachel Caine · 2005 · Weather Warden

A stripped-of-power weather mage must survive humiliating day jobs, family chaos, and a supernatural war.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: snarky heroine · competent heroine · powerless heroine · resourceful heroine · quippy protagonist · volatile heroine · self-sacrificing heroine · humiliating job · estranged sister · lecherous boss · protective lover · overpowered men · vulnerable protagonist

Relationships labels: romantic tension · star-crossed lovers · sibling rivalry · estranged siblings · dependency · rescuer dynamic · workplace harassment · friendship · power imbalance · betrayal · protective bond

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1181

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Der Himmel wird beben

Lena Kiefer · 2019 · Ophelia Scale

A death-sentenced teen is forced to spy on her former allies, risking love, loyalty, and her own truth.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: strong heroine · muted trust · morally conflicted protagonist · intelligent protagonist · mutating loyalties · complex characters · character development · sarky protagonist · loyal love interest · forgiving friend · villainous authority figures

Relationships labels: forbidden love · love triangle · romantic tension · best friends · betrayal · forced cooperation · trust issues · family stakes · team dynamics · rival factions

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1184

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Broken Skies

Theresa Kay · 2016 · Broken Skies

A traumatized teen teams with a mysterious alien to rescue her brother, only to uncover secrets that could change Earth.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: strong heroine · traumatized protagonist · sarcastic heroine · loyal sibling · mysterious alien · protective love interest · resourceful survivor · emotionally damaged lead · stubborn protagonist · secretive character

Relationships labels: twin bond · forbidden romance · uneasy alliance · trust issues · sibling loyalty · enemy-to-lovers · protective friendship · shared secrets · interracial romance · family dependence

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1189

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Das Mädchen, das die Zeit durchbrach

Anna Benning · 2020 · Vortex

A time-bending YA fantasy sequel sends two allies into the past where war, secrets, and love collide.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: strong-willed heroine · moral conflict · secretive male lead · loyal friend group · competent protagonist · emotionally guarded character · underdeveloped side characters · character growth · self-sacrificing protagonist

Relationships labels: friends to allies · romantic tension · enemies to lovers · teamwork · trust issues · secrets between lovers · loyalty conflict · group dynamics · rival factions · protective bond

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1199

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Mirror's Edge

Scott Westerfeld · 2021 · Impostors

A teen infiltrates her birth city under a new face, but family betrayal and a deadly secret upend the mission.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: female protagonist · body double · tough heroine · rebellious protagonist · complex sister · manipulative antagonist · loyal side characters · traumatized characters · unstable antagonist · character development

Relationships labels: sisters · twin relationship · family conflict · romance · love triangle · betrayal · friendship · rebellion · power struggle · loyalty

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1199

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Raging Star

Moira Young · 2014 · Dust Lands

In a dystopian YA finale, Saba must outwit a tyrant, protect her family, and face betrayal before time runs out.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: female protagonist · reluctant leader · fierce heroine · flawed protagonist · hard-headed · vicious · determined · creepy villain · supportive sibling · young sister · twin brother · traitor within group · charismatic villain

Relationships labels: siblings · twin bond · sibling loyalty · romantic tension · love triangle · betrayal · family vs duty · found family · power struggle

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1202

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Corruption

Jessica Shirvington · 2014 · Disruption

A betrayed heroine fights a corrupt corporation, battles trust issues, and risks everything to win back love and freedom.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: female protagonist · kickass heroine · antiheroic heroine · manipulative · resourceful · witty · flawed heroine · hacker · loyal friend · protective love interest · sassy protagonist · vulnerable heroine · determined protagonist · morally conflicted · badass heroine

Relationships labels: second-chance romance · fragile romance · betrayal · trust issues · friends to allies · friendship · family conflict · sibling relationship · love triangle · romantic tension · protective bond · best friend dynamic · heir and outsider

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Distance: 0.1207

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Rebel Heart

Moira Young · 2012 · Dust Lands

A traumatized teen crosses a ruined wasteland, torn between family, survival, and a dangerous pull toward love and betrayal.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: fierce heroine · flawed heroine · angsty protagonist · traumatized lead · reckless decisions · stubborn protagonist · protective sibling · controlling brother · mysterious villain · complex villain · secondary cast · animal companions · female warrior · kickass heroine

Relationships labels: siblings · twin bond · brother-sister conflict · romantic tension · betrayal · love triangle · love square · unrequited love · family strain · companionship · rescue dependency · loyalty conflict

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1227

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Glitch

Heather Anastasiu · 2012 · Glitch

In an emotionless underground society, a glitching teen hides forbidden powers while risking deactivation and rebellion.

Why this is here

Characterization labels: naive heroine · strong heroine · compassionate heroine · reluctant rebel · special powers · telekinetic protagonist · future vision · shapeshifter · obsessive love interest · protective love interest · male rival · teen protagonists · villainous authority

Relationships labels: love triangle · forbidden romance · romantic tension · protective bond · sibling bond · resistance allies · betrayal · trust issues · power imbalance · obsessive attachment

Semantic match: ranked by characterization + relationships

Distance: 0.1228

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