Rime Chronicles Onxy & Ivory by Mindee Arnett

I did like this story.  I am a fanasty fan.  There's a lot of fantasy out there and sometimes they can blend together.  I think this is a good series and good for personal libraries to collect as well as public libraries.

Septimus Heap Fyre by Angie Sage

This is a great series for middle school and high school.  Think Harry Potter yet in an earlier time.  This fantasy novel has the elements to make this a big hit: friendship, distrust, quests, ghosts and family.  Enjoy  it's a good read.

Moon Based Alpha Spaced Out by Stuart Gibbs

This book is perfect for middle school.  It is funny and entertaining.  And you have to love the trouble making family that Dash and his friends.  I love how his younger sister plays an inportant role in the story.  Students will enjoy this series.

The Fragile Ordinary by Samantha Young

I liked this book.  I will get for my high school library.  There's some drugs and gangs in the story.  It's not just a possible romantic story, it's a story about family dysfunction and it's about find who you are.  Enjoy.

The Bookshop of Yesterdays by Amy Meyerson

I enjoyed this book.  It is more for adults, not for teens.  I read alot of YA books so sometimes it's just nice to switch it up and change venues.  I like that this story is about a journey and reconnecting with the past and find healing.

A Land of Permanent Goodbyes by Atia Abawi

This is a must read.  This is the story of a family of refugees.  It is many people's stories. I think that this is a book that the leaders of the world should read.  Before we build walls lets build bridges.  I'm getting this for my high school library.  It's an important read.

Radio Silence by Alice Oseman

I liked this story.  It's a slower tempo but it's about relationships: family, peers and friends.   A sister is missing and an unhealthy parent creates dangerous situations for their child.  It's also about finding your voice and trusting yourself.  There are a lot of layers in this story.  It's a good read.

FuryBorn by Claire Legrand

I think this will be popular with students.  Just a heads up there is a bit of sex going on but not graphic.  Read it before you decide to put it in your library.  I think it would be fine for personal and public libraries. 

House of Furies Court of Shadow by Madeleine Roux

I like Madeleine Roux work.  This will be added to my shopping list for library books for my high school library.  A Gothic Horror story that will entertain.  Audio book also very good.  Enjoy. 

Skulduggery Pleasant the faceless ones by Derek Landy

It's a crazy little world Derek Landy has created.  Sort of Addams Family meets Scooby Doo.  A mystery is being investigated and a door has to be kept closed to keep out dangerous beings.  Be part of this case to solve the mystery and save the world.

The Illuminae Files Obsidio by Kaufman and Kristoff

This is a intense science fiction story.  Think Space Odyssey meets War Games.  It's not for everyone but if you have someone who wants to go beyond Star Wars and Star Trek this may be the book for them.

Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson

I enjoyed this book and can see my high school students diving into this mystery.  I do like Maureen Johnson's work and will get this for the library.  I'm am looking forward to reading the next book!  Audio book also very good.  Enjoy.

I Stop Somewhere by T E Carter

Oh my goodness.  If you've ever read The Lovely Bones.  This in the same genre.  Intense.  Heads up there is sex and rape.  It's a trajedy that this girl is unable to get help.  I would say for mature audiences.  It's  a good story but a violent one. 

Shanghai Girls by Lisa See

It's a powerful and moving story.  Reflective of the history of the time.  It's about family and being yourself and a clash of the old ways and the new modern ways.  It's a mother's sacrifice for her daughters.  There is violence and pain but there is a special bond that will always make these two women strong because they are sisters. A must for any library.

Foolish Hearts by Emma Mills

I ended up enjoying this high school story.  It's fine for any high school library.  Enjoy.

Cooked by Michael Pollan

I picked this book because I heard Michael Pollan speak at Fresno's Town Hall earlier this year.
He's a great speaker and worth listeing to.  I learned a lot through his book.  Best for adults and those into cooking.  Enjoy.

Insignia Catalyst by S J Kincaid

This intense book will be popular with science fiction fans.  Think Enders Game meets War Games.  I am add this series to my library order.  Enjoy.  You'll thank me later.

Insignia Vortex by S J Kincaid

I have already finished book 3 because of the suspence and drama that is built into this book.  What would happen if one person had too much power?  And no way to stop him?  Science fiction and politics blended together to make a great story.  Think Ender's Game and War Games and you have a hit on your hands.  A must read.  Enjoy.

Caraval Legendary by Stephanie Garber

I love this series and will buy multiple copies of this series.  Adventure, danger, mystery and be prepared to be turned upside down in this story.  Audio book also very good.  Enjoy.

Tiger Lily by Jodi Lynn Anderson

If you are a fan of Peter Pan and the lost boys, then you'll be interested in this prequel to the story.  Told by Tinker Bell, who is protective of Tiger Lily, the young lovers face challenges and dangers and betrayal.  It's fine for high school libraries.

From Twinkle, With Love by Sandhya Menon

It's a good read.  Fine for high school library.  I like that it brings in the Indian culture.  I'm always looking for diversity in stories for my students.  Enjoy.

The Boxer and the Spy by Robert B. Parker

It's a great murder mystery for high school students.  One of the students is a boxer and has a mentor that teachers him more then just boxing.  On my list of books to buy for my library. 

Heart of Iron by Ashley Poston

Think Star Wars meets Game of Thrones.  It's an intense sci fi story.  Perfect for high school and fans of science fiction.  Enjoy.

The Mortality Doctrine Gunner Skale by James Dashner

This novella give the background info on Gunner Skale.  It's a good short story explaining how Gunner Skale became fused with the net.  Enjoy.

CHERUB Divine Madness by Robert Muchamore

I like this series and have it in my high school library.  I'm catching up on reading the series and am glad I got it.  I have students plow through this series.  It's a good read.  Enjoy.

Bookish Boyfriends A Date with Darcy by Tiffany Schmidt

If you are a fan of Pride and Prejudice then you will enjoy this story.  It's fine for high school libraries.  I think I will pick up for my library.  I liked the magical teacher.  It's a cute story.  Enjoy