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1859-2012
written for ages 15-18 | recommended
Entertaining summer (or winter) reading for the holidays.


Out of the Silent Planet

C.S. Lewis | 2005
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
The first book in a science fiction trilogy from a beloved children's author.


A Waltz for Matilda

Jackie French | 2010
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
A fun, engaging, and edifying historical novel for teens and young adults.


The Land

Mildred D.Taylor | 2003
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
This Coretta Scott King Award winner is a prequel to "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry."


Lorna Doone

Richard D. Blackmore | 2010
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
A classic romance story.


Birthmarked

Caragh M. O'Brien | 2010
written for ages 15-18 | highly recommended
Finally a series with characters you love spending time with.


When You Reach Me

Rebecca Stead | 2011
written for ages 15-18 | recommended
This intriguing story for teens by first-time author Rebecca Stead is a refreshing surprise.


The Door of No Return

Sarah Mussi | 2007
written for ages 15-18 | recommended
British descendant of an African prince fights slavery all over again.

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