The Problem with Forever by Jennifer L. Armentrout My review: 5 of 5 stars I've yet to read a book by Armentrout that I didn't like. She writes mostly for older teens, and she does so with a deft hand. The Problem with Forever is an intense book that looks at child abuse and foster care. Though rife with tension, it is also heartfelt and filled with hope. The author … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Problem with Forever by Jennifer L. Armentrout
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Book Review: History of Wolves by Emily Fridlund
History of Wolves by Emily Fridlund My review: 5 of 5 stars Not at all what I was expecting, History of Wolves is the story of religion gone wrong. Atmospheric with a heavy sense of isolation both in place and with characters. From the beginning, the author creates a strong sense of foreboding using imagery and thematic elements. The characters are rich and the story is … [Read more...] about Book Review: History of Wolves by Emily Fridlund
Book Review: Fated (The Soul Seekers Bk 1) by Alyson Noël
Fated by Alyson Noël My review: 3.5 of 5 stars Unlike potato chips, I can and did easily stop with just one book of The Soul Seekers. I'm not saying it wasn't a decent read. Many teens will and already do like The Soul Seekers series. Fated had an attention-grabbing opening that created immediate suspense and anticipation. The teen voice and characterization were authentic … [Read more...] about Book Review: Fated (The Soul Seekers Bk 1) by Alyson Noël
Escape from the Past Blog Tour and $25 Giveaway
Blog Tour Schedule Escape From the Past: The Duke's Wrath (YA Historical) When fifteen-year-old nerd and gamer Max Anderson thinks he's sneaking a preview of an unpublished video game, he doesn't realize that 1) He's been chosen as a beta, an experimental test player. 2) He’s playing the ultimate history game, transporting him into the actual past: anywhere and anytime. … [Read more...] about Escape from the Past Blog Tour and $25 Giveaway
Super Bad Book Blast and $100 Giveaway
Super Bad by Kai Strand The world is in chaos. Violence and thievery reign. And with the supers still balanced, it’s only getting worse. Without good versus evil, the supers care less and less. In order to restore purpose, the world needs its super heroes and its super villains, but the one who balanced them in the first place is missing. Sandra’s concern over finding her … [Read more...] about Super Bad Book Blast and $100 Giveaway