The Hollow Kingdom is the first book in The Hollow Kingdom Trilogy. Readers who enjoy fantasy, mystery, magic and danger might find this book intriguing. Although it is not an especia…
At the beginning of this story the main character, Jamie, was an average Joe with a crush on a black sheep called Caro, who he knew was completely out of his league. In his pursuit of Caro, he went on…
When three unlikely characters from different time periods join forces to save the world, they're faced with what seem to be impossible tasks. This isn't your typical time travel story though. Along w…
Little Century is the bittersweet tale of young Esther Chamber's stay on the Oregon frontier. It's 1901 and although the location of Century, Oregon is considered backwoods, its citizens are the …
Set during World War II, A Parachute in the Lime Tree illustrates how war can define a generation. Author Annemarie Neary introduces readers to four young adults whose heart-wrenching experiences ming…
The Artemis Fowl Series is one of my treasured favorites. From book 1, Artemis Fowl has included an enthralling mix of magic, science, humor, and clever plot twists. Artemis Fowl: The Last Guardian,…
Consuming and arresting, S. J. Kincaid makes an auspicious debut in the enthralling young adult novel Insignia. This is sci-fi that has it all: compelling concept, artfully articulate…
Peter Pan has become a play, a Broadway musical, a movie, the name of a peanut butter, a mental complex--and the list goes on and on. Interestingly, (and a testament to the brilliance of the original…
Between the Lines is a co-author effort by Jodi Picoult and her daughter, Samantha Van Leer. I must confess that I have never read a book by Jodi Picoult because I have a healthy skepticism of books …
In this fast-paced young adult novel, Alyxandra Harvey weaves a delightful fairy tale that gives ancient British mythology a hip, often-hilarious update. From the first incongruous scene to the heart-…
Going Underground is an interesting and atypical coming-of-age story about a boy who was forced to grow up way too early. Del and his girlfriend made what they thought was a responsible choice and he …
The Dead Gentleman by Matthew Cody has possibly everything. Orphan...check. Vampire...check. Zombies...check. Time travel...check. Splash of steampunk...check. Homage to Jules Verne...check. Di…
