When Rona Blackburn landed on Anathema Island more than a century ago, her otherworldly skills might have benefited friendlier neighbors. Instead, guilt and fear led the island’s original eight settlers to burn “the witch” out of her home. So Rona invoked the privileges of a witch; she cursed them. But such a spell always comesContinue reading “Review: ‘The Price Guide to the Occult’ by Leslye Walton”
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Review: ‘In Other Lands’ by Sarah Rees Brennan
The Borderlands aren’t like anywhere else. Don’t try to smuggle a phone or any other piece of technology over the wall that marks the Border—unless you enjoy a fireworks display in your backpack. (Ballpoint pens are okay.) There are elves, harpies, and—best of all as far as Elliot is concerned—mermaids. Elliot? Who’s Elliot? Elliot isContinue reading “Review: ‘In Other Lands’ by Sarah Rees Brennan”
Review: ‘Theodore Boone: The Fugitive’ by John Grisham
Theo thought the danger had passed, but he’s about to face off against an old adversary: accused murderer and fugitive Pete Duffy. On a field trip to Washington, DC, Theo spots a familiar face on the Metro: Duffy, who jumped bail and was never seen again. Theo’s quick thinking helps bring Duffy back to StrattenburgContinue reading “Review: ‘Theodore Boone: The Fugitive’ by John Grisham”
Review: ‘Soundless’ by Richelle Mead
In a village without sound… For as long as Fei can remember, no one in her village has been able to hear. Rocky terrain and frequent avalanches make it impossible to leave the village, so Fei and her people are at the mercy of a zipline that carries food up the treacherous cliffs from Beiguo,Continue reading “Review: ‘Soundless’ by Richelle Mead”
Review: ‘Vanishing Girls’ by Lauren Oliver
New York Times bestselling author Lauren Oliver delivers a gripping story perfect for fans of We Were Liars and I Was Here, about two sisters inexorably altered by a terrible accident. Dara and Nick used to be inseparable, but that was before the accident that left Dara’s beautiful face scarred and the two sisters totally estranged. When Dara vanishesContinue reading “Review: ‘Vanishing Girls’ by Lauren Oliver”
Review: ‘Take Me To The Cat’ by Bryant A. Loney
One innocent reunion. One dark and deadly secret. And the truth that threatens them all. Nostalgic high school senior Michael Jackson wants nothing more than to reunite with his friends from elementary school—and possibly change his name. Transferring before middle school after his parents’ nasty divorce, Michael always felt he was at his happiest backContinue reading “Review: ‘Take Me To The Cat’ by Bryant A. Loney”
Review: ‘Truthwitch’ by Susan Dennard
In a continent on the edge of war, two witches hold its fate in their hands. Young witches Safiya and Iseult have a habit of finding trouble. After clashing with a powerful Guildmaster and his ruthless Bloodwitch bodyguard, the friends are forced to flee their home. Safi must avoid capture at all costs as she’sContinue reading “Review: ‘Truthwitch’ by Susan Dennard”
Review: ‘The Last Star’ by Rick Yancey
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 allContinue reading “Review: ‘The Last Star’ by Rick Yancey”
Review: ‘Riverkeep’ by Martin Stewart
The Danék is a wild, treacherous river, and the Fobisher family has tended it for generations—clearing it of ice and weed, making sure boats can get through, and fishing corpses from its bleak depths. Wulliam’s father, the current Riverkeep, is proud of this work. Wull dreads it. And in one week, when he comes ofContinue reading “Review: ‘Riverkeep’ by Martin Stewart”
Review: ‘The Young Elites’ by Marie Lu
I am tired of being used, hurt, and cast aside. Adelina Amouteru is a survivor of the blood fever. A decade ago, the deadly illness swept through her nation. Most of the infected perished, while many of the children who survived were left with strange markings. Adelina’s black hair turned silver, her lashes went pale, andContinue reading “Review: ‘The Young Elites’ by Marie Lu”
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