Summary: Alex is surprised to discover that he doesn’t simply share the name of a legendary vampire hunter, he might actually become one too. Thoughts: I admit I have been a little over-vampired. I was a huge Twilight fan when it was first published, but I’ve grown weary of the vampire mania. So, I wasn’t that excited to read this new …
Summary: When Ledger Kale turns thirteen and inherits his unique talent (known in the family as his “savvy”), it’s not at all what he or anyone else expected. And, if Ledge can’t learn to tame it, he and the family may be headed for destruction. Thoughts: I LOVED Ms. Law’s first novel Savvy, so I couldn’t wait to …
Summary: It’s 1962. Franny is fighting with her best friend and struggling as a misunderstood middle child stuck between a saintly younger brother and a beautiful college-aged sister. But, these problems fade when the nation learns Russia has sent nuclear missiles to Cuba and the frightening threat of war hangs in the air. Thoughts: What a captivating historical novel! …
Summary: Muriel and Ollie Jorgensen and Emma and Frank Norman have lived across the river from each other on neighboring Michigan farms as long as any can remember. World War I hits and sends these four teens into a world of trouble and onto paths they never expected. Thoughts: Helen Frost’s free verse novels are truly remarkable. …
Summary: Griff Carver believes in order, justice, and safe hallways. Armed with a safety patrol badge and a keen ability for sniffing out tomfoolery, Griff is going to do whatever it takes to clean up Rampart Middle School. Thoughts: Hilarious! I loved the “hard-boiled detective” style of this mystery by first-time novelist Jim Krieg. It’s a witty, clever book with …
Summary: Cousins Missy and Claire have a striking family resemblance. When given an assignment to create a believable hoax, they pretend to be identical twins. But, what if the hoax is not a hoax? Thoughts: I really enjoyed this latest thriller from Caroline Cooney. The idea of identity, the power of the global-reaching Internet, and the bonds of family are interestingly …