For Aquatic Floral…Change of Plans by Sarah Dessen

Simon & Schuster BFYR, $22 | Ocean di Gioia Eau de Parfum, $75, ulta.com

Finley’s future—and her once “rock-solid” relationship—are unraveling fast. After an unexpected move, Finley is forced to start over from square one. But she won’t be doing it alone, thanks to a little help from the staff at her aunt’s diner…and one very cute guitarist.

For Spicy Woodsy…The Redwood Bargain by Markelle Grabo

Page Street YA, $21 | Fine’ry Jungle Santal Body Mist, $15, target.com

No one has ever survived the wrath of the Redwood Man— and now it’s servant Katrien’s turn to try. In exchange for her freedom, she’s sent into the forest to face the evil monster. Succeeding means saving the people she loves, but failure means certain death.

For Fruity Floral…The Night King’s Court by Elisa A. Bonnin

HarperCollins, $20 | KayAli Fleur Majesty Rose Royale Eau de Parfum, $105, sephora.com

Seven years ago, Ida’s dad vanished at the Night King’s court. Now, she’s secured a position as a royal Luminaire (aka creator of enchanted candles) and plans to use her powers to uncover what really happened. Her only weakness? The king’s dazzling daughter, Lenore.

For Floral Citrus…The Escape Game by Marissa Meyer & Tamara Moss

G.P. Putnam’s Sons BFYR, $23 | Pink Beauty Cool & Bright Body Mist, $20, victoriassecret.com

Anyone who tuned into The Escape Game knows about the shocking murder of contestant Alicia Angelos. So why would her sister Sierra (suspect number one) now join the cast? Simple: to clear her name and expose the true killer.

For Sweet Amber…I Could Give You The Moon by Ann Liang

HarperCollins, $20 | Cosmic Kylie Jenner Eau de Parfum, $84, macys.com

Since becoming a social media superstar, much of Chanel’s life— along with her carefully curated look—has become, well, fake. Enter Ares: the boy who’s always avoided the limelight. A shared vision draws the unlikely pair together, but will their differences ultimately tear them apart?

For Woody Earthy…Force of Nature by Melissa Clark

Farrar Straus and Giroux, $20 | Jo Malone London Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense, $160, sephora.com

Chloe’s Sweet 16 comes with a plot twist: inheriting the role of Mother Nature from her grandmother. Between dealing with school rivals and a major crush, Chloe now has the fate of Earth in her hands and must somehow keep her new gig secret.

For Woodsy Fruit…When You’re Brave Enough by Rebecca Bendheim

Viking BFYR, $19 | Golden Cherry Perfume Mist, $17, bathandbodyworks.com

Tired of living in her BFF Grace’s shadow, Lacey lands the lead in her middle school musical and is ready to totally reinvent herself. But her fresh start may be short-lived—all because of a cast tradition that ends every final performance with a *real* kiss.

For Floral Musk…My Wonderful Disgrace by Angourie Rice and Kate Rice

Candlewick Press, $19 | Ariana Grande R.E.M. Eau de Parfum, $50, ulta.com

Designer dress? Check. Flawless decor? Check. The dreamy Leo Prince on her arm? Check. Amy is certain her senior year ball will be unforgettable. She just doesn’t realize how right she is until a text plunges the evening into total chaos.

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