As a teacher-librarian, I have the opportunity to read young adult books to share with my students. The list that I have provided will have an overview of the book and personal comments. They are on a Book-mercial style image to get a taste of the essence of the book.
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Dragonswood by Janet lee Carey
Great story. If you like dragon stories mix with some fairies then this is a good story for you. Fine for any library. It's on the quiet and gentle side. Tess comes to her own, finding out her inner strength as her father beats her. She makes her escape from a witch trial and learns her inner strength.
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Mississippi Jack by L. A. Meyer
You have got to listen to the audio version! Best actress ever who can do all sorts of voices and singing. Great choice to read the great story. It's a bit saucy, she does get herself into dangerous situations. It's a good read. Enjoy.
The Shadows by Beth Bracken
It's basically a retelling of book 1. It's an easy read especially for those who may not be strong readers and enjoy fairytales. It's a quick read, maybe about 10-20 minutes.
Sunday, March 13, 2016
Dragon’s Keep by Janet Lee Carey
Really great book about the story of dragons and curses and what a mother will do for her loved one. Well crafted with a solid story plot and great characters. Looking forward to book 2. Fine for any library.
Friday, March 11, 2016
In the Belly of the Bloodhound: A Bloody Jack Adventure by L. A. Meyer
This is one of the best series that I have ever read. It's history, adventure, intelligence and scandal.
It's even better by audio books. The actress who performs the book is to be commended. Perfect for any library. Enjoy!
It's even better by audio books. The actress who performs the book is to be commended. Perfect for any library. Enjoy!
Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Lockwood & Co: The Hollow Boy by Jonathan Stroud
Excellent story. Jonathan Stroud knows how to craft a good story. Solid and strong. Perfect eerie story for any library. Enjoy!
Labels:
adventure,
fantasy,
ghosts,
good guy's read,
mystery,
paranormal
Monday, March 7, 2016
Ice Like Fire by Sara Raasch
Way better then the first book. I knew the series has potential. I'm now officially hooked. The tension and character development has greater depth. Fine for any library. Enjoy
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Lucky Day by Barry Lyga
Gritty novella of catching the Hand in Glove serial killer. If you've read the I Hunt Killers, then this novella is for you.
Labels:
mystery
Saturday, March 5, 2016
The Mermaid's Mirror by L. K. Madigan
First it's a clean book, no sex or drugs. It's fine for any library. It's a nice book but a bit of a snooze. The character development is stilted and the plot feels weak. I believe the author has potential and it's cool she had a book published. I would say save your money on this one.
Labels:
coming of age,
fantasy,
mermaids
Snow Like Ashes by Sara Raasch
It's a story about magic and a lost country. It's okay. I'll read the second book in the series. I liked the Throne of Glass series better. This story feels a little forced. But it is fine for any library. Some battles going on but the tension just doesn't feel complete. I think the author has good potential in the stories to come.
Labels:
adventure,
fantasy,
magical,
Sword fights,
teen
Heaven is Paved with Oreos by Catherine Gilbert Murdock
This is a story that connects to the previous three stories. DJ is just a side character in this story. It's about her brother's girlfriend Sarah. It's not as strong as the other stories but it is sweet. It's fine.
Labels:
coming of age,
teen
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Boston Jane: The Claim by Jennifer L. Holm
I read this book in less then two hours because I was hooked on the series. It's way past my bedtime but I fell in love with this series. Love the research that went into the stories. Perfect book for any library. Enjoy!
Boston Jane Wilderness Days by Jennifer L. Holm
Great story coming of age as a wilderness young woman. The characters that you meet in book one become more deeply fleshed out in this book. Fall in love with Jehu as Boston Jane does. Perfect book for any library.
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
Accidental Highwayman by Ben Tripp
Great story! Perfect for any library. Perfect boy's read. Strong characters. Princess Bride meets Lord of the Rings. Enjoy!
Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow by Jessica Day George
This is a retelling of the old fairytale about love and lost and then found again. Enchanting writing makes this become a richer story. Well done. Fine for any library. Enjoy.
Monday, February 29, 2016
Boston Jane: An Adventure by Jennifer l. Holm
Great story and worthy of all libraries. It's not easy being a lady in the wilderness. Well crafted and plucky. A chance to meet a pioneer girl of 16 years of age who learns to become a woman.
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Saturday, February 27, 2016
The One by Kiera Cass
The story continues and is well crafted. Lots of building of relationships of all sorts. It's good and fine for any library. Enjoy.
Friday, February 26, 2016
Faerie Ground Wish by Beth Bracken & Kay Fraser
Filled with a good story and enchanting illustrations, it's the story of two girls who grow up together as close and yet opposite as possible. It's the story of growing up, and starting a journey and saving a world. Fine for any library.
Labels:
coming of age,
Faeries,
magical,
mystery,
teen
Thursday, February 25, 2016
Schizo by Nic Sheff
Wow, very realistic book on schizophrenic and mental illness. Lots of f*bombs and a bit of sex. Over all a book that is important about a challenging situation. Worth the read and a heavy read.
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Lament by Maggie Stiefvater
This is another great story by Maggie Stiefvater. It has music, dangerous faeries, magic, friends, dangerous family members, and Celtic folktales. It's a solid story with lots of romance. Fine for any library. Crafted well. Add this to your library!
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Bone Gapp by Laura Ruby
This is an amazing story! Well crafted. It's part Greek mythology and part mystery. Lots of layers. It's about pain and healing. It's about facial blindness. It's amazing. Oh I mentioned that already.
This is an award winning book. Multiple Awards. Enjoy!
This is an award winning book. Multiple Awards. Enjoy!
Sunday, February 21, 2016
Marcelo in the Real World by Francisco X. Stork
This isn't always an easy read but it's an important read. Give you insight on what people think even if they aren't always sharing. Some moral situations. A coming of age story. A good book for any library. Will not be for everyone. But it would be important to have in your library.
Saturday, February 20, 2016
The Girl With The Iron Touch by Kady Cross
This is a well crafted steampunk book. It's a great series. It's not for everyone but if you're a Doctor Who fan, you'll probably like this book. I know I did. Enjoy.
Legacy Lost by Anna Banks
This is a novella that connects with the Syrena series by Anna Banks. It explains the early relationship of Grom and Nalia. How they fell in love and then became lost. If you are a fan of the series, then this book is for you.
Labels:
mermaids
Gilded Ashes by Rosamund Hodge
I enjoy a good story by Rosamund Hodge. This is a very interesting retelling of Cinderella. It's fresh and original. A relationship between Maia and the prince is established before the ball, in which we watch it grow. We also watch Maia and the prince grow as young people to maturity. What's great is even the step sisters are fleshed out with intent and purpose in their life and what drives them to be who they are. Good story. Fine for any library. Enjoy.
Friday, February 19, 2016
Rebel: The Sequel to Reboot by Amy Tintera
It's a good series. Not a zombie series of undead but back to being alive. It's fine for any library.
Enjoy.
Enjoy.
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Moonglass by Jessi Kirby
This is a great coming of age story. The pain of a parent choosing suicide and the loss of a loved one by death is part of Anna as she moves to a beach town with her father. The story is well thought out and crafted. I look forward to reading more books by Jessi Kirby. She nailed it. Thank you Jessi Kirby for this book. It's perfect for any library.
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Night of Cake and Puppets by Laini Taylor
I loved this novella. Great series and this is just icing on the cake. This story will stay with me. I wish I could write like this. Love the imagination it took to read this enchanting story.
Monday, February 15, 2016
Laughter therapy by NPR
I heard the audio book from the public library. It's way to funny. If you need a good laugh, there you go. Enjoy. May not be for everyone but it's good.
Black Heart by Holly Black
It's a page turner. Cassel is a teen who knows how to grift, con and enjoy family loyalty. Which is a good thing because he really has a messed up family. But at the end they all love him. He has friends who are willing to do anything to help him. This book wraps up the series and it's good. Enjoy.
Labels:
teen
Red Glove by Holly Black
Cassel lives in a world were people who have special talents are considered dangerous. Talents that are magical. These people have to wear gloves. Holly Black creates an interesting dark world.
Labels:
contemporary teen,
fantasy,
magical,
romance
The Wild Adventure of Jasper Renn
It's a novella about Jasper Renn and Wildcat. If you're a fan of Kady Cross, you'll enjoy this series.
Labels:
steampunk
The Dark Discovery of Jack Dandy by Kady Cross
Labels:
steampunk
The Girl in the Clockwork Collar by Kady Cross
Great series. Good for any Public library or personal library. Lots of denied love. Steam punk genre. Enjoy.
Destined for Doom by Carey Corp and Lorie Landon
Hot Scottish guys and romance is the main theme of this story. Also lots of references to Broadway shows. Save your money and time.
Girl's Day Out by Anna Banks
If you are fan of this series: Syrena Legacy then you will enjoy reading about Rayna and Emma enjoying a fun adventure in this novella.
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
THe Girl in the Steel Corset by Kady Cross
It's good steam punk novel. Fine for any library. It's like The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen and the Avengers. Enjoy.
Monday, February 8, 2016
Thursday, February 4, 2016
Of Triton by Anna Banks
Don't call these Syrenas mermaids. It's romance and adventure. Perfect for teens who love romance and adventure under the sea and sometimes above ground. Fine for any library.
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Secrets of the Dragon Sanctuary by Brandon Mull
The Teacher's Funeral by Richard Peck
Richard Peck really can write historical fiction. This is a funny yet poignant story of coming of age in the 1900's agricultural world. Enjoy because this is perfect for any library!
Dear John by Nicholas Sparks
It's not an easy book to read sometimes but it is a good story. It's a coming of age for a young man who finds love, real love for the first time in his life. How it changes his life. It's perfect for any library.
Labels:
asperger,
autism,
family disfunction,
romance
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