Spring & Summer 2008

To save time and my sanity, I've decided to only enter the books I've enjoyed and would recommend here. Hopefully I can get back and do a more thorough review after I enter the titles I like:

Raven's Gate (Gatekeepers Series #1) by Anthony Horowitz
I loved this book! It was creepy enough for the most gruesome reader and had plenty of action. I'll be book-talking this book in the library this fall, for sure! Steven King for kids!

Waggit's Tale by Peter Howe
This is a sweet story about a puppy that is abandoned by it's owner and has to learn to survive on his own. Not really YA. This would be perfect at a 4th or 5 th grade level. Due to be released in July 2008 by HarperCollins Children's books.


Seer of Shadows by Avi
This is a spooky, Historical Fiction ghost story that will be well received by lovers of these genres. This was to be released in April 2008.


The Mystery of theMartello Tower by Jennifer Lanthier
I totally enjoyed this little mystery. It moved along at a nice pace and held my interest the whole while. I liked that the female protagonist was a basketball champ and the brother was nerdy (nice switch!). This was to be released in May 2008 by HarperCollins Childrens Books.

Eleven by Patricia Reilly Giff
A mystery, a coming-of-age story, and lots of action. This, also isn't really YA, but more suited for Elementary (gr. 4-5) readers. But I did enjoy it and wanted to mention it here.