This study examines the integration of Young Adult Literature (YAL) in three textbooks, BluePrint A version 3.0, Worldwide English 5, and ViewPoint 1. It aims to compare how these textbooks seek to utilize YAL and its accompanying exercises to enhance language proficiency. Additionally, it assesses how they leverage YAL's distinctive qualities, such as self-discovery, emotional experiences, and relatability to young readers, while assessing their alignment with the English 5 syllabus objectives for consistency. The results reveal varying levels of YAL representation, with each textbook leveraging YAL to enhance comprehension, critical thinking, and language development. BluePrint A version 3.0 emphasizes "Reflect & Share" exercises, while Worldwide English 5 uses structured activities, and ViewPoint 1 integrates thematic exercises across language skills. Exercise alignment with the syllabus varies, highlighting diverse strategies in YAL integration. This essay highlights the diverse strategies in integrating YAL and investigates whether its distinctive qualities are effectively utilized in textbooks. Further research could explore teachers' methods of integrating YAL into classroom instruction with these textbooks.