written for ages 13-16


Hope lends beauty to even the bleakest tale

Clare Cannon | 10 May 2013
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
This remarkable story teaches history, humanity and hope. Why did I avoid it for so long?!


Historical Fiction for Teens

Clare Cannon | 9 Apr 2013
written for ages 13-16 | recommended
A series that puts heart into history.


The Stravaganza Series

Tim Golden | 28 Feb 2013
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
A series about the avenues of escape people choose when faced with difficulties.


Bright Island

Jennifer Minicus | 11 Feb 2013
written for ages 13-16 | recommended
A coming of age story for young teen girls.


The Sterkarm Handshake

Tim Golden | 20 Jan 2013
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
The Time Tube allows people from the 21st century to travel to the 16th.


Starseeker

Tim Golden | 12 Jan 2013
written for ages 13-16 | recommended with reservations
Luke, a gifted young musician, falls in with a local gang after his father dies.


Spindle's End

Tim Golden | 20 Dec 2012
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
A modern retelling of an old fairy tale for young adults.


The More the Merrier

Tim Golden | 25 Nov 2012
written for ages 13-16 | acceptable
More is not neccessarily merrier when it comes to eccentric relatives.


The Sleeping Sword

Tim Golden | 11 Nov 2012
written for ages 13-16 | recommended
Bun Bendle sustains a head injury in a diving accident and is left blind.


Airborn Series

Tim Golden | 31 Oct 2012
written for ages 13-16 | recommended
An enjoyable adventure


City Boy

Jennifer Minicus | 10 Sep 2012
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
Anyone who has ever experienced puppy love should read this Pulitzer Prize winning novel.


The Rag and Bone Shop

Tim Golden | 8 Aug 2012
written for ages 13-16 | recommended
Jason, a shy 12-year-old, is questioned about the death of his friend Alicia, not realizing that the interrogator is already convinced of his guilt.


The Unfortunate Son

Jennifer Minicus | 3 Aug 2012
written for ages 13-16 | acceptable
The Count de Muguet was a cruel man.


Postcards from No Man's Land

Tim Golden | 8 Jul 2012
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
Winner of both the Michael J. Printz and Carnegie Medals? This reviewer has a different take on this book.


The Yearling

Jennifer Minicus | 20 Apr 2012
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
I have a weakness for coming of age stories.


The Mortal Engines Quartet

Tim Golden | 5 Apr 2012
written for ages 13-16 | recommended with reservations
A futuristic sci-fi series in which technology plays a major role.


Book Reviews

Video Review: 5 Novels for Teens that Build Character

Clare Cannon | 18 Mar 2012
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
Need a book to inspire your teen to be a better person? Try these.


The Mist in the Mirror

Tim Golden | 17 Mar 2012
written for ages 13-16 | acceptable
An enjoyable, readable book.


Maximum Ride Series

Tim Golden | 23 Jan 2012
written for ages 13-16 | acceptable
In spite of my mild scorn, I have enjoyed this series.


Map of Nowhere

Tim Golden | 12 Jan 2012
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
Nick is forced by his brother's gang to engage in illegal activity.

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