The existence of Vours, supernatural creatures who feast on fear and attack on the eve of the winter solstice, becomes a terrifying reality for fifteen-year-old Reggie when she begins to suspect that her timid younger brother might be one of their victims. The Devouring is packed with all your most disturbing nightmares come to life. Find more of the Vours in the sequel Soulstice.
KC
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
Evernight Series by Claudia Gray
Sixteen-year-old Bianca, a new girl at the sinister Evernight boarding school, finds herself drawn to another outsider, Lucas, but dark forces threaten to tear them apart and destroy Bianca's entire world. The vampire-human war and Bianca and Lucas' romance only heat up in the novel's sequels, Stargazer and Hourglass.
Friday, August 6, 2010
Heroes of the Valley by Jonathan Stroud
Echoing Norse folktales, this humor-filled tale follows prankster Halli Sveinsson who longs to be a hero like his forefathers. To prove himself, he vows to avenge the murder of his uncle. Readers will not want for monsters and heroic challenges - there are plenty here!
KC
KC
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
Those of you who have read Shiver by Stiefvater will want to read the continuing story of Grace and Sam. Many unanswered questions are addressed in Linger. Can Grace finally let the world know about her love for Sam? Will Sam be able to maintain his human form? See how Isabelle continues to influence future of the pack. Reserve a copy of Linger today!
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Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
Whether you are remembering your high school years or in the midst of them, The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a classic. More intimate than a diary, Charlie's letters are unique, hilarious and devastating. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it puts him on a strange course through uncharted territory.
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Book_Buddy
Monday, July 26, 2010
Strange Angels by Lili St. Crow
Dru's psychic abilities helped her father battle zombies and other creatures, but now she must rely on herself, a werewolf-bitten friend, and a half-human vampire hunter to learn who murdered her parents, and why. This action-packed title has a butt-kicking yet relatable heroine in Dru. Sequels, Betrayals and Jealousy, can be reserved now.
KC
KC
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Cures for Heartbreak by Margo Rabb
As she navigates adolescence, ninth-grader Mia must deal with her mother's recent death and her father's illness while she searches for friendship and love in the world around her. Cures for Heartbreak explores everyday life in the face of family tragedy, offering hope, humor and a light touch of romance along with sorrow and loss.
KC
KC
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