Love lives between the lines. Years ago, Rachel had a crush on Henry Jones. The day before she moved away, she tucked a love letter into his favorite book in his family’s bookshop. She waited. But Henry never came. Now Rachel has returned to the city—and to the bookshop—to work alongside the boy she’d rather […]
Lost Boys by Darcey Rosenblatt
November 15, 2017 by ·
I woke up several hours later, wondering how I’d been asleep at all when it was so incredibly cold. Then I realized I’d woken because the key was turning in the lock. I didn’t think it was possible to get colder, but a chill shook my already-frozen skin. The dim light coming through the high […]
10 Amazing YA Books by Fascinating Latina Writers
October 10, 2017 by ·
13 Reasons Why meets the poetry of Emily Dickinson in this gripping debut novel perfect for fans of Sara Zarr or Jennifer Brown. A Goth girl with an attitude problem, Elizabeth Davis must learn to control her anger before it destroys her. Emily Delgado appears to be a smart, sweet girl, with a normal […]
BAN THIS BOOK by Alan Gratz
September 1, 2017 by ·
I have never loved a heroine so much in all my life!! For all the believers, the dreamers, and those who continue to fight the good fight against censorship, ignorance and protect our freedom to read this book is for us all!!! Favorite Banned Book – Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret by Judy Blume […]
What to Say Next by Julie Buxbaum
August 16, 2017 by ·
“When an unlikely friendship is sparked between relatively popular Kit Lowell and socially isolated David Drucker, everyone is surprised, most of all Kit and David.” (Blurb) This book really hits various tough topics, such as bullying, disabilities and depression, yet the writer manages to tackle them with grace. A diverse book about a beautiful friendship […]
In the Shadow of the Sun by Anne Sibley O’Brien
August 14, 2017 by ·
“North Korea is known as the most repressive country on Earth, with a dictatorial leader, a starving population, and harsh punishment for rebellion.” (Blurb) In the Shadow of the Sun is a riveting story, complete with an action packed plot. This intriguing adventure of bravery takes the reader into the complicated country of North Korea […]
The Lines We Cross by Randa Abdel-Fattah.
August 10, 2017 by ·
“A remarkable story about the power of choosing tolerance from one of the most important voices in contemporary Muslim literature, critically acclaimed author Randa Abdel-Fattah.” (Blurb) This book is very relevant in the world we live in today as it explores immigration. We meet a boy and girl on the opposite sides of political lines, […]
Refugee by Alan Gratz
August 4, 2017 by ·
This book was brilliant. Refugee follows three kids in different eras as they flee their home country in search of refuge and survival. Told in such a captivating voice, it is impossible to put down. As you live these struggles along with the characters you learn so much about the plight of the refugee. A […]
Kissing Max Holden by Katy Upperman
August 1, 2017 by ·
I really loved this one! Kissing Max Holden is so true to real life in high school with two flawed characters that you root for until the end. It was great.
The Last Star by Rick Yancey NOW IN PAPERBACK!
May 23, 2017 by ·
The enemy is Other. The enemy is us. They’re down here, they’re up there, they’re nowhere. They want the Earth, they want us to have it. They came to wipe us out, they came to save us. But beneath these riddles lies one truth: Cassie has been betrayed. So has Ringer. Zombie. Nugget. And all […]
