Tag Archives: young adult fiction
I read it and now you can: win THE DUFF!
It’s no secret that my feelings on Kody Keplinger’s The Duff were lukewarm, at best. And since I purchased the novel with my hard-earned cash, I’d like to pass it along to a good home — and a reader who … Continue reading
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Book review: ‘The DUFF’ by Kody Keplinger
Bianca Piper has always basked in her camaraderie with Casey and Jessica, her gorgeous (and blonde) friends at Hamilton High. Maybe she’s a little on the larger side than they are, sure, and her hair doesn’t have that same sleek, … Continue reading
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Book review: ‘Rowan The Strange’ by Julie Hearn
In a classic case of don’t judge a book by its cover, Julie Hearn’s Rowan The Strange is a moving, emotional and unforgettable read centering around 13-year-old Rowan Scrivener, a British teen battling “voices” in his head. It’s 1939 and … Continue reading
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Book review: ‘If I Stay’ by Gayle Forman
Settle in for a heartbreaker. Once you hear the premise of Gayle Forman’s If I Stay, it doesn’t take long to realize this isn’t exactly going to be a feel-good read . . . but you’d be surprised how ultimately … Continue reading
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Book review: ‘The Book Thief’ by Markus Zusak
One of the things I love best about reading is that moment you crack the spine of a novel and realize, without a doubt, that the literary adventure on which you’re about to embark will change your life — your … Continue reading
Filed under 5-star reads, book reviews
