-Titulo Original : The Land Of Stories An Authors Odyssey (the Land Of Stories, 5)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: The fifth book in Chris Colfers #1 New York Times bestselling series The Land of Stories! The Masked Man has captured all the royal families from the Land of Stories with the help of his army of literatures greatest villains, including the Wicked Witch of the West, the Queen of Hearts, and Captain Hook. With his sinister plan finally in motion, he is eager to destroy the families and take his place as emperor. Alex and Conner know they are no match against the Masked Mans legion of villains, but they realize that they may be in possession of the greatest weapon of all: their own imaginations! So begins the twins journey into Conners very own stories to gather an army of pirates, cyborgs, superheroes, and mummies as they band together for the ultimate fight against the Masked Man. Meanwhile, an even more dangerous plan is brewing--one that could change the fates of both the fairy-tale world and the Otherworld forever. Conners tales come alive in the thrilling fifth adventure in the #1 New York Times bestselling Land of Stories series. About the Author Chris Colfer is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and Golden Globe-winning actor. He was honored as a member of the TIME 100, Time magazines annual list of the one hundred most influential people in the world, and his books include Struck By Lightning: The Carson Phillips Journal, Stranger Than Fanfiction, and the books in The Land of Stories series: The Wishing Spell, The Enchantress Returns, A Grimm Warning, Beyond the Kingdoms, An Authors Odyssey, and Worlds Collide, and the companion books A Treasury of Classic Fairy Tales, The Mother Goose Diaries, Queen Red Riding Hoods Guide to Royalty, The Curvy Tree, and Trollbella Throws a Party...

-Titulo Original : How The King Of Elfhame Learned To Hate Stories (the Folk Of The Air)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Return to the captivating world of Elfhame with this illustrated addition to the New York Times bestselling Folk of Air trilogy that began with The Cruel Prince, from award-winning author Holly Black.Once upon a time, there was a boy with a wicked tongue.Before he was a cruel prince or a wicked king, he was a faerie child with a heart of stone. #1 New York Times bestselling author, Holly Black reveals a deeper look into the dramatic life of Elfhames enigmatic high king, Cardan. This tale includes delicious details of life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and familiar moments from The Folk of the Air trilogy, told wholly from Cardans perspective.This new installment in the Folk of the Air series is a return to the heart-racing romance, danger, humor, and drama that enchanted readers everywhere. Each chapter is paired with lavish and luminous full-color art, making this the perfect collectors item to be enjoyed by both new audiences and old. Review Praise for How The King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories:Offers new delights along with familiar moments retold...fans will rejoice in every dark, luscious moment. KirkusPraise for The Queen of Nothing:*Whether you came for the lore or the love, perfection. Kirkus, starred review*A compelling final piece in a powerful set. Booklist, starred reviewWere being promised a jaw-dropping finale...Based on the ride shes taken readers on so far, wed expect nothing less. Entertainment WeeklyPraise for The Wicked King:*A stunning and compelling sequel. SLJ, starred review*A heady blend of courtly double-crossing, Faerie lore, and toxic attraction swirls together in the sequel to THE CRUEL PRINCE.... Blacks writing is both contemporary and classic; her world is, at this point, intensely well-realized, so that some plot twists seem almost inevitable. Kirkus, starred review*[A] dangerous journey filled with mystery, betrayal, intrigue, and romance.... Larger-than-life action in a kingdom packed with self-centered, evil, and manipulating characters also doles out real life issues. VOYA, starred review*A rare second volume that surpasses the first, with, happily, more intrigue and passion still to come. Booklist, starred reviewPraise for The Cruel Prince:Lush, dangerous, a dark jewel of a book. Blacks world is intoxicating, imbued with a relentless sense of peril that kept me riveted through every chapter of Judes journey. And Jude! She is a heroine to love--brave but pragmatic, utterly human. This delicious story will seduce you and leave you desperate for just one more page. Leigh Bardugo, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked KingdomI require book two immediately. Holly is the Faerie Queen. Victoria Aveyard, #1 bestselling author of The Red Queen series* [S]pellbinding.... Breathtaking set pieces, fully developed supporting characters, and a beguiling, tough-as-nails heroine enhance an intricate, intelligent plot that crescendos to a jaw-dropping third-act twist. Publishers Weekly, starred review* Another fantastic, deeply engaging, and all-consuming work from Black that belongs on all YA shelves. School Library Journal, starred review* Jude, who struggles with a world she both loves and hates and would rather be powerful and safe than good, is a compelling narrator. Whatever a reader is looking for--heart-in-throat action, deadly romance, double-crossing, moral complexity--this is one heck of a ride. Booklist, starred reviewThis is a heady blend of Faerie lore, high fantasy, and high school drama, dripping with description that brings the dangerous but tempting world of Faerie to life. Black is building a complex mythology; now is a great time to tune in. Kirkus ReviewsPraise for The Darkest Part of the Forest:A Kids Indie Next List Book of the Year*Black returns here to the dark faerie realm that spurred her initial success, and if anything, shes only gotte...

-Titulo Original : The 100 Complete Boxed Set-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Read the books that inspired the CW show! All four thrilling novels in The 100 series are now available in this paperback boxed set. Ever since nuclear war destroyed our planet, humanity has been living on city-like spaceships hovering above the toxic surface. As far as anyone knows, no one has stepped foot on Earth in centuries--that is, until one hundred juvenile delinquents are sentenced to return and recolonize the hostile land. The future of the human race rests in their hands, but nothing can prepare the 100 for what they find on this strange and savage planet. Dont miss the book series that inspired the hit TV show. New York Times bestseller The 100, Day 21,Homecoming, and Rebellion are gathered together for the first time in this striking box set, perfect for fans and series newcomers alike. Review Praise for The 100:Dark and riveting...A mash-up of The Lord of the Flies, Across the Universe, and The Hunger Games. BooklistMorgans weave of pop-culture elements and politics make for a gripping read. SLJ About the Author Kass Morgan is the author of The 100 series, which is now a television show on the CW. She received a bachelors degree from Brown University and a masters degree from Oxford University. She currently works as an editor and lives in Brooklyn, New York...

-Titulo Original : The Short Second Life Of Bree Tanner An Eclipse Novella (the Twilight Saga)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Newly turned vampire Bree Tanner lives in terror -- and must find her way out of untold danger -- in this pulse-pounding novella, a companion to Eclipse.Bree Tanner, a self-described vampire nerd first introduced in Eclipse, lives in terror in a coven of newborn vampires. She is a member of Victorias vampire army, and as that army closes in on Bella Swan and the Cullens, she finds her first friend and discovers a truth about daylight.While fans may know how it ends, they dont yet have the full story: Brees tale of danger, mystery, and romance is one for the books.Its here! #1 bestselling author Stephenie Meyer makes a triumphant return to the world of Twilight with the highly anticipated companion, Midnight Sun: the iconic love story of Bella and Edward told from the vampires point of view.People do not want to just read Meyers books; they want to climb inside them and live there. -- TimeA literary phenomenon. -- The New York Times From Bookmarks Magazine Even diehard fans of the Twilight Saga may wish to skip this one. Although Meyer adds some nice touches--the narrator is herself a vampire, for example--critics had few positive things to say about Brees life story. Intelligent and gifted, Bella, Jacob and Edward are intrinsically glamorous to readers, Salon notes. But Bree is PVT (poor vampire trash) and she knows it. While Bree could have been interesting, shes less than the wild, amoral, bloodthirsty teen protagonist (Guardian) critics hoped to see; clunky prose and dialogue dont help. Still, the Washington Post speaks for many readers: The satisfaction of Twilight novels cannot be measured by such terms as ‘good and ‘bad. ... [A]ll fans will read and all haters will skip [this novella] regardless of the reviews. From Booklist Bree Tanner, who first appeared briefly as a newborn vampire in Meyer’s Eclipse (2007), is the star of this slim partner to the megamillion-selling Twilight series. A self-described “vampire nerd,” Bree recounts her adventures as she roams Seattle fulfilling her thirst for blood (and Meyer fans’ thirst for more books). In a passionate introduction, Meyer reiterates what Eclipse readers already know: Bree has few nights left on Earth. As she joins her red-eyed coven in battle against yellow-eyed adversaries that, while foreign to Bree, will be instantly recognizable to millions of human readers, she finds her first (kissable) friend and discovers a truth about daylight. Formatted as one long, breathless chapter, this novella includes the same casual language and elements of suspense and romance found in the Twilight quartet, and interlocking characters and dialogue fit it easily into Bree and Bella’s scene in Eclipse. While Twilight fans will appreciate the story as an expansion of Bella’s world, this rapid read also stands satisfyingly alone. Grades 9-12. --Andrew Medlar Review Praise for The Twilight Saga:Meyer has, like one of her vampires, turned into something rare and more than merely human.... People do not want to just read Meyers books; they want to climb inside them and live there. -TimePiles on the suspense and romance. -USA TodayA literary phenomenon. -The New York Times[Stephenie Meyer is] the worlds most popular vampire novelist since Anne Rice. -Entertainment Weekly From the Back Cover Fans of The Twilight Saga will be enthralled by this riveting story of Bree Tanner, a character first introduced in Eclipse, and the darker side of the newborn vampire world she inhabits. In another irresistible combination of danger, mystery, and romance, Stephenie Meyer tells the devastating story of Bree and the newborn army as they prepare to close in on Bella Swan and the Cullens, following their encounter to its unforgettable conclusion. About the Author Stephenie Meyer is the author of the #1 bestselling Twilight Saga, The Host, and The Chemist. Twilight has enraptured millions of readers ...

-Titulo Original : Muse Of Nightmares (strange The Dreamer, 2)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: The highly anticipated, thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestseller, Strange the Dreamer, from National Book Award finalist Laini Taylor, author of the bestselling Daughter of Smoke & Bone trilogy. Sarai has lived and breathed nightmares since she was six years old. She believed she knew every horror, and was beyond surprise. She was wrong. In the wake of tragedy, neither Lazlo nor Sarai are who they were before. One a god, the other a ghost, they struggle to grasp the new boundaries of their selves as dark-minded Minya holds them hostage, intent on vengeance against Weep. Lazlo faces an unthinkable choice--save the woman he loves, or everyone else?--while Sarai feels more helpless than ever. But is she? Sometimes, only the direst need can teach us our own depths, and Sarai, the muse of nightmares, has not yet discovered what shes capable of. As humans and godspawn reel in the aftermath of the citadels near fall, a new foe shatters their fragile hopes, and the mysteries of the Mesarthim are resurrected: Where did the gods come from, and why? What was done with thousands of children born in the citadel nursery? And most important of all, as forgotten doors are opened and new worlds revealed: Must heroes always slay monsters, or is it possible to save them instead? Love and hate, revenge and redemption, destruction and salvation all clash in this gorgeous sequel to the New York Times bestseller, Strange the Dreamer. Review Praise for Muse of NightmaresA Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2018A 2018 Booklist Editors Choice * It is here, perhaps, that Taylor shines the brightest: shes always been a wordsmith, and this book is no exception. Booklist, starred review*As tragedy and triumph and empathy for both humans and godspawn are held in constant tension, the plotting is exquisite, with turns readers will never see coming and that yet make perfect sense in retrospect. --BCCB, Starred ReviewMuse of Nightmares by Laini Taylor is nothing short of a dream. HypableA sequel that surpasses the original. Kirkus ReviewsPraise and accolades for Strange the Dreamer:A NPR Best Book A Goodreads Best YA Fantasy and Science Fiction NomineeA Boston Globe Best YA BookA Popcrush Best Young Adult BookA Popsugar Best Book for Women A Booklist Editors Choice An A.V. Club Favorite Book A Tor Top Young Adult SFF BookA Christian Science Monitor Best Book A B&N Teen Blog Best Young Adult Book A Forever Young Adult Best BookLaini Taylor is so damn good and like no other. Leigh Bardugo, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked KingdomLaini Taylor set my imagination on fire so hard that it spontaneously combusted.... This is the kind of story that paves dreams. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}Roshani Chokshi, author of The Star-Touched Queen[A] must-read YA! p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}USA TodayPart adventure novel, part romance and part exercise in epic myth-building, its gorgeously written and full of surprises. NPR[One of] our favorite books of the year! p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}PopsugarAn epic world of gods, moths and nightmares; a world where the dream chooses the dreamer. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}Justine MagazineWeighty as a nightmare and as transportive as the finest of fantasy, Laini Taylors new novel will leave readers with miracles on their minds. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}Hypable* Gorgeously written in language simultaneously dark, lush, and enchanting, the book will leave readers eager for the next. Publishers Weekly, starred review* Characters are carefully, exquisitely crafted, the writing is achingly lovely, and the world is utterly real.... This is a thing to be savored. Booklist, starred review* [Strange the Dreamer] has all the rich, evocative imagery and complex world-building typical of ...

-Titulo Original : Strange The Dreamer (strange The Dreamer, 1)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: From National Book Award finalist Laini Taylor comes an epic fantasy about a mythic lost city and its dark past.The dream chooses the dreamer, not the other way around--and Lazlo Strange, war orphan and junior librarian, has always feared his dream chose poorly. Since he was just five years old, hes been obsessed with the mythic lost city of Weep, but it would take someone bolder than he to cross half the world in search of it. Then a stunning opportunity presents itself, in the form of a hero called the Godslayer and a band of legendary warriors, and he has to seize his chance or lose his dream forever.What happened in Weep two hundred years ago to cut it off from the rest of the world? And who is the blue-skinned goddess who appears in Lazlos dreams?In this sweeping and breathtaking novel by National Book Award finalist Laini Taylor, author of the New York Times bestselling Daughter of Smoke & Bone trilogy, the shadow of the past is as real as the ghosts who haunt the citadel of murdered gods. Fall into a mythical world of dread and wonder, moths and nightmares, love and carnage.The answers await in Weep. From School Library Journal Gr 9 Up-Lazlo Strange is a foundling who has grown up alone and unloved, sustained only by his fantasies and stories of a city known as Weep. As an adult, Lazlo finds his way to the Great Library of Zosma and becomes a librarian, tasked with supporting scholars in their work. His fixation with Weep continues, and he searches for scraps of information about it and its inhabitants and even teaches himself its language from books in the library. Then Eril Fane, the liberator of Weep, pays a surprise visit to Zosma. Lazlo seizes the chance to join an expedition to the city he has dreamed of for so long, and he is caught up in an old conflict between Weeps mortal residents and blue godlike beings who had terrorized the city until Eril Fane slew them. Unbeknownst to the inhabitants of Weep, five children of these magical beings have survived and live in the giant seraph that hovers over the city, blocking the light. When Sarai, one of these Godspawn, visits Lazlo in his dreams, their growing relationship leads to the revelation of long-hidden secrets and opposition from other Godspawn, who desire revenge on mortals. This is the first in a pair of planned companion novels by the Daughter of Smoke and Bone author, and it has all the rich, evocative imagery and complex world-building typical of Taylors best work. There is a mythological resonance to her tale of gods and mortals in conflict, as well as in Lazlos character arc from unassuming, obsessed librarian to something much more. VERDICT This outstanding fantasy is a must-purchase for all YA collections.-Kathleen E. Gruver, Burlington County Library, Westampton, NJ Review A NPR Best Book A Goodreads Best YA Fantasy and Science Fiction NomineeA Boston Globe Best YA BookA Popcrush Best Young Adult BookA Popsugar Best Book for Women A Booklist Editors Choice An A.V. Club Favorite Book A Tor Top Young Adult SFF BookA Christian Science Monitor Best Book A B&N Teen Blog Best Young Adult Book A Forever Young Adult Best BookLaini Taylor is so damn good and like no other. Leigh Bardugo, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked KingdomLaini Taylor set my imagination on fire so hard that it spontaneously combusted...This is the kind of story that paves dreams. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}Roshani Chokshi, author of The Star Touched Queen[A] must-read YA! p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}USA TodayPart adventure novel, part romance and part exercise in epic myth-building, its gorgeously written and full of surprises. NPR[One of] our favorite books of the year! p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times}PopsugarAn epic world of gods, moths and nightmares; a world where the dream chooses the dreamer. p.p1 {ma...

-Titulo Original : They Went Left-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: The New York Times bestselling, Sydney Taylor Honor winning, critically acclaimed tour de force historical mystery from Monica Hesse, author of Girl in the Blue Coat Germany, 1945. The soldiers who liberated the Gross-Rosen concentration camp said the war was over, but nothing feels over to eighteen-year-old Zofia Lederman. Her body has barely begun to heal, her mind feels broken. And her life is completely shattered: Three years ago, she and her younger brother, Abek, were the only members of their family to be sent to the right, away from the gas chambers of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Everyone else-her parents, her grandmother, radiant Aunt Maja-they went left. Zofias last words to her brother were a promise: Abek to Zofia, A to Z. When I find you again, we will fill our alphabet. Now her journey to fulfill that vow takes her through Poland and Germany, and into a displaced persons camp where everyone she meets is trying to piece together a future from a painful past: Miriam, desperately searching for the twin she was separated from after they survived medical experimentation. Breine, a former heiress, who now longs only for a simple wedding with her new fiance. And Josef, who guards his past behind a wall of secrets, and is beautiful and strange and magnetic all at once.But the deeper Zofia digs, the more impossible her search seems. How can she find one boy in a sea of the missing? In the rubble of a broken continent, Zofia must delve into a mystery whose answers could break her-or help her rebuild her world. Review Praise for They Went Left:A New York Times and IndieBound bestseller A Sydney Taylor Honor Book Edgar Award Nominee, Best Young Adult Mystery An NPR Best Book of the Year A New York Times Best Book of the YearBooklist Editor’s Choice Hesse writes with tenderness and insight about the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive and the ways we cobble together family with whatever we have. When the plot twists come, they are gut punches--some devastating, others offering hope... Crucial. New York Times Book Reviewbeautifully tragic...an incredibly impressive novel about a timeframe and group of people that history often forgets. Their stories will stay with me forever. --Hypable* A heartbreaking and heartwarming story of survival, loss, and renewal. Sure to please a variety of readers; those interested in historical fiction, romance, and mystery will not be able to put this book down. School Library Journal, starred review* Hesse again proves to be a master of verisimilitude, bringing the realities of existence in the immediate postwar period to visceral life through painstaking detail. Her beautifully realized, highly empathetic characters come to life, too, in the pages of this superbly crafted novel...like real life, there is heartbreaking sadness here but also hope that life, finally, will be whole and fine, A to Z. Booklist, starred review* Hesses meticulous research is evident on every page but never distracts from her propulsive plot. Combining history, romance and mystery, They Went Left is a heartbreaking yet hopeful story of what it takes to survive after trauma. BookPage, starred review* Compelling. Publishers Weekly, starred review* Featuring factual locations and covering a period of time not often focused on, this is an excellent book to add to a Holocaust collection. ...This book would be valuable for all high schools and should be considered a must-purchase. School Library Connection, starred reviewA heartbreaking, gorgeously written story...The ending left me breathless and awed by its expression of enduring love. Jewell Parker Rhodes, New York Times bestselling author of Ghost BoysZofias harrowing journey to find Abek and the fellow survivors she meets along the way will stay with the reader--particularly the echoes of the present evoked in a narrative of the past. Refinery29Select Praise for The War Outside:A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2...

-Titulo Original : Game The Sequel To I Hunt Killers (i Hunt Killers, 2)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: The second book in this thrilling, terrifying series by New York Times bestselling author Barry Lyga is perfect for fans of Dexter. Billy grinned. Oh, New York, he whispered. Were gonna have so much fun.I Hunt Killers introduced the world to Jazz, the son of historys most infamous serial killer, Billy Dent. In an effort to prove murder didnt run in the family, Jazz teamed with the police in the small town of Lobos Nod to solve a deadly case. And now, when a determined New York City detective comes knocking on Jazzs door asking for help, he cant say no. The Hat-Dog Killer has the Big Apple--and its police force--running scared. So Jazz and his girlfriend, Connie, hop on a plane to the big city and get swept up in a killers murderous game. Both the stakes and the body count are higher in this suspenseful and unstoppable sequel from acclaimed author Barry Lyga. Review * [The game is] orchestrated so cunningly that rare indeed will be the reader who figures it out early...You cant deny Lygas ambition to craft the most serious (and bloodiest) crime series yet for teen readers. Booklist, starred reviewThe main differentiator between this and adult thrillers is the age of the protagonists. As such, its a riveting story for any reader capable of handling the violence, as Lyga juggles multiple points of view and elegant shocks and twists...The character arcs are as fascinating as the gruesome murders. Publishers Weekly About the Author Barry Lyga is the author of several acclaimed young adult novels, including Bang, After the Red Rain, the I Hunt Killers trilogy, and his debut, The Astonishing Adventures of Fanboy and Goth Girl. Barry lives and writes in New Jersey, and invites you to visit his website at barrylyga ...

-Titulo Original : No More Dead Dogs-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Best-selling author Gordon Kormans middle-grade favorite, now with a fresh look!Wallace Wallace won’t lie, even if it means detention. And after he handed in a scorching book report of the classic novel, Old Shep, My Pal, detention is just what he’s been handed. He is sure he’s done nothing wrong: he hated every minute of that book, especially when the dog dies in the end! Why do dogs always die at the end? Wallace refuses to do a rewrite of his report, so his English teacher, who happens to be directing the school play of Old Shep, My Pal, forces him go to the rehearsals to teach him a lesson on why the story is the way it is. Surrounded by theater kids who are apprehensive of him, Wallace sets out to prove himself. But not by changing his mind. Instead, he changes the play into a rock-and-roll rendition, complete with Rollerblades and a moped! Review PRAISE FOR THE 6TH GRADE NICKNAME GAMEKorman is at his amusing best here. . . .--The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books. . . [E]veryone comes out a winner.--BooklistKormans humorous novel will endear it to readers who wonder, Why does the dog always die?--The Reading Teacher About the Author Gordon Korman wrote his first book at age fourteen and since then has written more than eighty middle grade and teen novels. His favorites include the New York Times bestselling The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers, Book One: The Medusa Plot; Ungifted; Pop; and Schooled. Gordon lives with his family on Long Island, New York. He invites you to visit him online at GordonKorman ...

-Titulo Original : Blood Of My Blood (i Hunt Killers, 3)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: The final book in this thrilling, terrifying series by New York Times bestselling author Barry Lyga is perfect for fans of Dexter. Jazz Dent has been shot and left to die in New York City. His girlfriend Connie is in the clutches of Jazzs serial killer father, Billy. And his best friend Howie is bleeding to death on the floor of Jazzs own home in tiny Lobos Nod. Somehow, these three must rise above the horrors their lives have become and find a way to come together in pursuit of Billy. But then Jazz crosses a line hes never crossed before, and soon the entire country is wondering: Like father, like son? Who is the true monster? The chase is on, and beyond Billy there lurks something much, much worse. Prepare to meet...the Crow King. Review *Lygas burial of the I Hunt Killers trilogy cements it as one of the most ambitious thriller series in YA history, and the absolute best cliff from which teen readers can dive into the grueling world of adult crime procedurals. Booklist (starred review)*[A] gory winner with raw appeal... School Library Journal (starred review)The two previous books raised tantalizing questions [and] Lyga delivers with a vengeance. The Horn Book About the Author Barry Lyga is the author of several acclaimed young adult novels, including Bang, After the Red Rain, the I Hunt Killers trilogy, and his debut, The Astonishing Adventures of Fanboy and Goth Girl. Barry lives and writes in New Jersey, and invites you to visit his website at barrylyga ...

-Titulo Original : Wolf Island (the Demonata, 8)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: As the mysterious Shadow builds an army of demons, Grubbs Grady and his team search desperately for answers. But when they follow up a new lead, it takes them to an old, unexpected foe - the Lambs.We spot the werewolves as we skim the treetops. Mutated, vicious, hairy monstrosities, all fangs, claws and muscles. The beast within me tries to force its way to the surface, howling silently at its warped brethren. Ive never rid myself of the wolf... About the Author Darren Shan is the bestselling author of the young adult series Cirque Du Freak, The Demonata, and the Saga of Larten Crepsley series, as well as the stand-alone book The Thin Executioner. His books have sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Shan divides his time between his homes in Ireland and London...

-Titulo Original : Defy The Stars (defy The Stars, 1)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: From the New York Times bestselling author of Star Wars: Lost Stars and Bloodline comes a thrilling sci-fi adventure that Kass Morgan, bestselling author of The 100 series, calls startlingly original and achingly romantic...nothing short of masterful. Shes a soldier--Noemi Vidal is willing to risk anything to protect her planet, Genesis, including her own life. To their enemies on Earth, shes a rebel. Hes a machine--Abandoned in space for years, utterly alone, Abels advanced programming has begun to evolve. He wants only to protect his creator, and to be free. To the people of Genesis, hes an abomination. Noemi and Abel are enemies in an interstellar war, forced by chance to work together as they embark on a daring journey through the stars. Their efforts would end the fighting for good, but theyre not without sacrifice. The stakes are even higher than either of them first realized, and the more time they spend together, the more theyre forced to question everything theyd been taught was true. An epic and romantic adventure, perfect for fans of The Lunar Chronicles and Illuminae. Review Praise for Defy the Stars:*Nuanced philosophical discussions of religion, terrorism, and morality advise and direct the high-stakes action, informing the beautiful, realistic ending. Intelligent and thoughtful, a highly relevant far-off speculative adventure. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)*Poignant and profound...a tale that examines the ethics of war and tackles questions of consciousness, love, and free will. Grays characters are nuanced, her worldbuilding is intelligent, and the books conclusion thrills and satisfies while defying expectations. Publishers Weekly (starred review)Replete with rebels, bots, and battles, this top-notch space adventure features a well-developed plot and an unexpected, satisfying ending. This is a complex and well-told tale about loyalty, love, and the meaning of life. A must-buy for sci-fi readers. School Library JournalDefy the Stars is a unique and masterful sci-fi space opera that will take readers across the galaxy on a fast-paced thrill ride...Brilliantly done. Romantic TimesThe story plays with themes of destiny, honor, and faith, while ultimately asking readers to consider what makes one human.Recommend to fans of The Lunar Chronicles and The Illuminae Files, or to romance readers wanting a sci-fi entry point. School Library ConnectionThis first-rate STEM-packed adventure explores what it means to be human and whether people are truly their brothers keepers. BooklistWith a love story that sweeps across the galaxy and a heart-racing high-action plot, Defy the Stars brilliantly explores what it means to be human. This book shines like the stars. Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of the Across the Universe seriesStartlingly original and achingly romantic, Abel and Noemis adventure will linger in my imagination--and my heart--for aeons. Defy the Stars is nothing short of masterful. Kass Morgan, New York Times bestselling author of The 100 series About the Author Claudia Gray is the New York Times bestselling author of many science fiction and paranormal fantasy books for young adults, including Defy the Stars, Defy the Worlds, the Firebird series, the Evernight series, the Spellcaster series, and Fateful. Shes also had a chance to work in a galaxy far, far away as the author of the Star Wars novels Lost Stars,Bloodline, and Leia, Princess of Alderaan. Born a fangirl, she loves obsessing over geeky movies and TV shows, as well as reading and occasionally writing fanfiction; however, she periodically leaves the house to go kayaking, do a little hiking, or travel the world. She will take your Jane Austen trivia challenge any day, anytime. Currently she lives in New Orleans...

-Titulo Original : Wolf By Wolf (wolf By Wolf, 1)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: From the author of The Walled City comes a fast-paced and innovative novel that will leave you breathless.Her story begins on a train. The year is 1956, and the Axis powers of the Third Reich and Imperial Japan rule. To commemorate their Great Victory, they host the Axis Tour: an annual motorcycle race across their conjoined continents. The prize? An audience with the highly reclusive Adolf Hitler at the Victors ball in Tokyo. Yael, a former death camp prisoner, has witnessed too much suffering, and the five wolves tattooed on her arm are a constant reminder of the loved ones she lost. The resistance has given Yael one goal: Win the race and kill Hitler. A survivor of painful human experimentation, Yael has the power to skinshift and must complete her mission by impersonating last years only female racer, Adele Wolfe. This deception becomes more difficult when Felix, Adeles twin brother, and Luka, her former love interest, enter the race and watch Yaels every move. But as Yael grows closer to the other competitors, can she be as ruthless as she needs to be to avoid discovery and stay true to her mission? From School Library Journal Gr 8 Up-What if Hitler and the Axis powers had won World War II? Part alternative history, part spy novel, and part coming-of-age tale, this work is most of all the story of Ya-el, a young woman who escaped the horrors of a concentration camp but could not escape being changed forever by Nazi experimentation. Ya-el is a shape-shifter, assuming other peoples appearances with ease. As a resistance fighter, Ya-el is given a critical mission: assume the identity of motorcycle racing champion Adele Wolf and compete in the Axis Tour. She must win the race and assassinate Hitler at the victory dance. However, she doesnt count on Felix, Adeles brother, accompanying her. Ya-el struggles against the grueling race course, her competitors, and the nightmares of her past as she seeks to win the race and set off a revolution. Can Ya-el keep the secret of her true identity? And how did she develop the abilities that enable her deadly mission? These questions are answered by flashbacks interspersed throughout. While potentially confusing, the chronological shifts are well-integrated. Graudins prose is artful and addictive. The ending feels rushed, crying out for the likely sequel. VERDICT Recommended for those who enjoy historical fiction with a dose of fantastical science.-Kelly Kingrey-Edwards, Mirus Academy Library, TX Review An Amazon Best Book of the Year A Huffington Post Top Ten YA Book of the YearWild and gorgeous, vivid and consuming. I loved it! I cant wait for the sequel. Laini Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke & Bone trilogy A haunting portrayal of one girls courage in the face of a vicious world. I was racing along with Yael until the books heart-pounding conclusion. A triumph. Megan Shepherd, author of The Madmans Daughter Ryan Graudin opens one of the darkest chapters in history and spins a what if into an incredible tale of survival, identity, and purpose. This is the kind of book you cant put down, and the kind that follows you long after you have. It is, quite simply, a masterpiece. Victoria Schwab, author of The Archived series The rush of an action movie combined with a flawlessly executed history, this is the book Ive been waiting for. I loved WOLF BY WOLF, and Im not speaking to my friends till theyve read and loved it too. Jackson Pearce, author of Sisters Red and Tsarina WOLF BY WOLF completely immerses the reader in a story theyll never forget. Filled to the brim with tension and intrigue, nonstop action, and a vivid cast of characters, youll feel every bump in the road they ride. I simply couldnt stop reading--and wherever Ryan Graudin rides next, Ill follow. Amie Kaufman, New York Times bestselling author of These Broken Stars We loved Yaels poignant flashbacks and the heart-p...

-Titulo Original : No Better Friend Young Readers Edition A Man, A Dog, And Their Incredible True Story Of Friendship And Survival In World War Ii-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Discover an extraordinary tale of friendship and survival between a man and a dog in World War II in this young readers adaptation of the New York Times bestseller No Better Friend.No Better Friend tells the incredible true story of Frank Williams, a radarman in Britains Royal Air Force, and Judy, a purebred pointer, who met as prisoners of war during World War II. Judy, who became the wars only official canine POW, was a fiercely loyal dog who sensed danger--warning her fellow prisoners of imminent attacks and protecting them from brutal beatings. Frank and Judys friendship, an unbreakable bond forged in the worst circumstances, is one of the great recently unearthed stories of World War II. As they discover Frank and Judys story in this specially adapted text, young readers will also learn about key World War II moments through informative and engaging sidebars, maps, photographs, and a timeline. From School Library Journal Gr 6-9-Weintraubs middle grade adaptation of his adult book is an almost unbelievable tale of animal survival and loyalty amid the horrors of World War II. Born in Shanghai, China, Judy the purebred pointer dog began her military career when she was adopted by a group of English sailors who took her onboard a gunboat and eventually moved her to Singapore just as World War II reached the Pacific. Judy survived sinking ships, torpedoed boats, and life on a desert island before following her human companions to a Japanese internment camp, where she met Frank Williams, a radarman in the Royal Air Force. The friendship between the two, as well as Judys encouragement and protection of other men interned at the camp, helped raise spirits in a desperate situation. Readers will appreciate this work, which has been lovingly and engagingly adapted by Weintraub. Through accessible language, the author makes it clear that he is inferring many aspects of the narrative. Sidebars on topics such as the Sino-Japanese War, the Battle of Britain, and post-traumatic stress disorder among soldiers add context. Photographs are frequent, well chosen, and clearly captioned. A thorough notes section (present in the adult version) is left out. VERDICT An enormously readable account of animal and human companionship and survival; recommended for budding historians and fans of survival stories.-Kristy Pasquariello, Wellesley Free Library, MA Review A riveting and highly moving dog story. Kirkus ReviewsAn enormously readable account of animal and human companionship and survival; recommended for budding historians and fans of survival stories. School Library JournalWell-written and engaging. BooklistPraise for the adult edition of No Better Friend:No Better Friend personifies the relationship we all aspire to have with our dogs, and takes us on a harrowing journey to a place and time lost in the history books. A must read for every dog or animal lover. Robin Hutton, author of Sgt. Reckless: Americas War HorseRobert Weintraub captures the beauty and power of friendship and loyalty between man and animal in this captivating narrative. Wed all be lucky to have a dog like Judy by our sides in our darkest times. --- Cate Lineberry, author of The Secret Rescue: An Untold Story of American Nurses and Medics Behind Nazi Lines About the Author Robert Weintraub is a frequent contributor to the New York Times and Slate and the author of the acclaimed books The House That Ruth Built, The Victory Season, and No Better Friend...

-Titulo Original : And The Trees Crept In-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: When Silla and Nori arrive at their aunts home, its immediately clear that the blood manor is cursed. The creaking of the house and the stillness of the woods surrounding them would be enough of a sign, but there are secrets too--the questions that Silla cant ignore: Who is the beautiful boy thats appeared from the woods? Who is the man that her little sister sees, but no one else? And why does it seem that, ever since they arrived, the trees have been creeping closer?Filled with just as many twists and turns as The Dead House, and with achingly beautiful, chilling language that delivers haunting scenes, AND THE TREES CREPT IN is the perfect follow-up novel for master horror writer Dawn Kurtagich. Review Praise for And the Trees Crept In:* Kurtagichs horror imagery is satisfying and affecting--her descriptions of the day-to-day decay the girls face are as rich and scary as the monstrous man who scuttles around on all fours and the teeming mud pits that are waiting in the woods. A great next read for teens who enjoy being scared. School Library Journal (starred review)*Kurtagich evokes an all-pervading atmosphere of horror with dark imagery and language evoking rot, decay, and death....This unique novel is for teens who enjoy being immersed in a dark, complex horror story. VOYA, starred reviewWill haunt readers with its raw emotions, palpable pain, and consistent character voices... Frightening and compelling, this gothic will easily sweep fans up into its creeping sense of hysteria. Kirkus ReviewsA thought-provoking exploration of familial legacy and the sibling bond... Readers will find it hard to look away from this genuinely frightening story, as the sisters sanctuary becomes a nightmare. Publishers WeeklyAnd the Trees Crept In should come with a warning label: Best read in the light of day, with lots of smiling people around, and candy canes and unicorns and cute babies. A beautifully written, gorgeous nightmare of a novel. David Arnold, author of Mosquitoland and Kids of AppetiteAn enthralling, unsettling fairy tale that will have you turning pages long into the night. Michelle Zink, author of This Wicked Game and Lies I ToldDark, twisted, and terrifying, And the Trees Crept In will keep your stomach in knots from page one. A must-read for horror fans everywhere! Susan Dennard, author of TruthwitchDawn Kurtagich lulls her readers into a world of nightmares in this brilliant follow-up to The Dead House. And the Trees Crept In is a terrifying, lyrical journey into the darkest abyss, and one that will haunt me for a long time. Kat Ellis, author of Blackfin SkyA fight for survival, an encroaching forest, a cursed manor, and dark secrets... Kurtagichs terrifying take wrapped my heart up and squeezed until I was as cold as the dead things haunting its pages. Alexandra Sirowy, author of The CreepingHorror fans will delight in the grotesque poetry of this historical-feeling contemporary spine-chiller featuring a monumental twist ending. Not for the squeamish. BooklistHorror fans will be caught by the gripping cover image, and theres plenty to scare them here, even during the second reading that the surprise ending might encourage them to undertake. The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens BooksPraise for The Dead House:What an evil and original story. You cant stop reading Kaitlyns diary. But is she real? Its a mystery inside a mystery--and the shocks keep coming. Scary stuff! R.L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps and Fear Street seriesThe Dead House is a seamless blend of the supernatural and the psychological. Creepy, compelling, and compulsively readable. Victoria Schwab, author of The Archived and ViciousFull of twists, buried secrets, and enough disturbing corpses to please the most discerning horror lover, The Dead House is a thoroughly engrossing read. Diary entries, psychiatrist records, and transcripts from the investigation keep the pages turnin...

-Titulo Original : Days Of Blood & Starlight (daughter Of Smoke & Bone, 2)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: An art student and monsters apprentice must decide how far shell go to avenge her people in this riveting sequel to the mesmerizing, acclaimed book Daughter of Smoke & Bone by National Book Award finalist Laini Taylor -- now with a gorgeous new package!Once upon a time, an angel and a devil fell in love and dared to imagine a world free of bloodshed and war.This is not that world.Art student and monsters apprentice Karou finally has the answers she has always sought. She knows who she is -- and what she is. But with this knowledge comes another truth she would give anything to undo: She loved the enemy and he betrayed her, and a world suffered for it.In this stunning sequel to the highly acclaimed Daughter of Smoke & Bone, Karou must decide how far shell go to avenge her people. Filled with heartbreak and beauty, secrets and impossible choices, Days of Blood & Starlight finds Karou and Akiva on opposing sides as an age-old war stirs back to life.While Karou and her allies build a monstrous army in a land of dust and starlight, Akiva wages a different sort of battle: a battle for redemption. For hope.But can any hope be salvaged from the ashes of their broken dream? About the Author Laini Taylor is the New York Times bestselling author of the Printz Honor Book Strange the Dreamer and its sequel, Muse of Nightmares. Taylor is also the author of the global sensation the Daughter of Smoke & Bone trilogy and the companion novella Night of Cake & Puppets. Taylors other works include the Dreamdark books: Blackbringer and Silksinger, and the National Book Award finalist Lips Touch: Three Times. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband, illustrator Jim Di Bartolo, and their daughter, Clementine. Her website is lainitaylor ...

-Titulo Original : Bad Blood (the Naturals, 4)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: The Naturals are faced with their most chilling mysteries yet, in this stunning conclusion to the Naturals series by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Inheritance Games. When Cassie Hobbes joined the FBIs Naturals program, she had one goal: uncover the truth about her mothers murder. But now, everything Cassie thought she knew about what happened that night has been called into question. Her mother is alive, and the people holding her captive are more powerful -- and dangerous -- than anything the Naturals have faced so far. As Cassie and the team work to uncover the secrets of a group that has been killing in secret for generations, they find themselves racing a ticking clock. New victims. New betrayals. New secrets.When the bodies begin piling up, it soon becomes apparent that this time, the Naturals arent just hunting serial killers.Theyre being hunted. From School Library Journal Gr 9 Up-In this fourth volume of the series, Cassie Hobbs and her team of teenage FBI profilers are on the hunt for an organized group of serial killers. When people from their past investigations begin turning up dead, Cassie realizes that her team members are actually the prey. Soon, the very qualities that have made them such an effective team start to unravel them all. Cassie reads people by studying their behavior, personalities, and environment, but has blocked much of her own painful history after her mothers disappearance. Lia the lie detector puts herself in danger to get information from a cult; Michael the emotion reader goes head-to-head with his abusive father; Sloane the statistician digs deeper into logic and numbers to protect her grieving heart; and Dean the profiler has to face the possibility that hes more like his cold and calculating father than he ever knew. Initially, the narrative is stilted, relying heavily on exposition to get the story rolling, but once the unreasonably smug serial killer delivers his tip and is out of the way, the writing picks up significantly. Character motivation and the storys feinting twists become the driving force of this tightly plotted and gruesomely compelling thriller. Subplots and red herrings abound but converge logically, creating a satisfying and surprising conclusion with room for even more sequels. This volume can be read as a stand-alone for those immune to plot spoilers. VERDICT Recommend to fans of the series and to older teens who crave dark and fast-paced psychological thrillers in the style of Criminal Minds.-Leighanne Law, Scriber Lake High School, WA Review PRAISE FOR KILLER INSTINCTA welcome addition to the teen-sleuth genre.--Kirkus ReviewsPRAISE FOR KILLER INSTINCTBarnes knows how to keep the reader hooked, and fans will be eagerly reaching for this title and clamoring for the next in the series.--BooklistPRAISE FOR KILLER INSTINCTIntricately plotted, this novel will keep teens guessing and leave readers eagerly waiting the next installment in The Naturals series.--VOYAPRAISE FOR KILLER INSTINCTThis is a definite purchase for libraries....--School Library JournalPRAISE FOR THE NATURALSAccoladesYALSA Best Books for Young Adults, 2014 YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Readers, 2014PRAISE FOR THE NATURALS* [A] tightly paced suspense novel that will keep readers up until the wee hours to finish.--VOYA (starred review)PRAISE FOR THE NATURALSThe Naturals is Criminal Minds for the YA world, and I loved every page.--New York Times best-selling author Ally CarterPRAISE FOR THE NATURALSIn this high-adrenaline series opener...even a psychic wont anticipate all the twists and turns.--BooklistPRAISE FOR THE NATURALSIts a stay-up-late-to-finish kind of book, and it doesnt disappoint.--Publishers WeeklyPRAISE FOR THE NATURALSThis savvy thriller grabs readers right away.--Kirkus Reviews About the Author Jennifer Lynn Barnes has written more than a dozen acclaimed young adul...

-Titulo Original : The End (an Enemy Novel, 7)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Now in paperback, the bloody and brilliant conclusion to Charlie Higsons masterful Enemy saga, in which the final battle ensues between Saint Georges army of sickos and the army of London kids.Shadowman, realizing that Saint Georges army is headed toward the center of London, has raced ahead to warn the kids of the impending disaster. He knows that he has to make them understand-somehow-that they are going to have to work together. This means that Nicola and her kids at the Houses of Parliament, David and his kids at Buckingham Palace, Matt at St. Pauls, General Jordan Hordern and his troops at the Tower of London, the squatters in St. James Park, and all the kids at the Natural History Museum must unite. But will they do it in time? The book culminates in a massive battle in Hyde Park. How will it play out? Who will be the winners and who the losers? One thing is certain: this series will not go out with a whimper! About the Author Charlie Higson is an acclaimed comedy writer, producer, actor, and genuine James Bond aficionado. He is the author of the adult thrillers Full Whack and King of the Ants the internationally best-selling Young Bond series: SilverFin, Blood Fever, Double or Die, Hurricane Gold, and By Royal Command and seven books in the Enemy series.Charlie is a fan of zombie movies and believes that we shouldnt try to prevent young people from experiencing fear, because it helps prepare them for later life. He lives in London. Follow him on Twitter at: twitter /monstroso...

-Titulo Original : The Hunted (an Enemy Novel, 6)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: About the Author Charlie Higson is an acclaimed comedy writer, producer, actor, and genuine James Bond aficionado. He is the author of the adult thrillers Full Whack and King of the Ants the internationally best-selling Young Bond series: SilverFin, Blood Fever, Double or Die, Hurricane Gold, and By Royal Command and seven books in the Enemy series.Charlie is a fan of zombie movies and believes that we shouldnt try to prevent young people from experiencing fear, because it helps prepare them for later life. When writing The Enemy, he kept rachetting up the action and description in an attempt to frighten the pants off his ten-year-old son. He lives in London. Follow him on Twitter at: twitter /monstroso. The sickness struck everyone sixteen and older. First it twisted their minds; next it ravaged their bodies. Now the sickos roam the streets, crazed and hungry for young flesh. Ellas friends had told her that the country would be safer than the city. They were wrong. Now theyre dead and Ellas all alone--alone, that is, except for her silent rescuer, Scarface. But she doesnt even know if hes a kid or a grown-up.Back in London, Ed is determined to find Ella and keep his promise to Small Sam that he will reunite sister and brother. But getting out of town has never been more dangerous. It seems that every sicko in the country is coming from all directions, almost as if theyre being summoned to the capital. Will anything be able to stop the invading horde? Review PRAISE FOR THE ENEMY Top Shelf Fiction for Middle Grade Readers--VOYAPRAISE FOR THE FEAR The third book in Higsons terrifying zombie series will continue to enthrall horror fans.--VOYAPRAISE FOR THE ENEMY...the action is of the first order-Higson writes with a firestorm velocity that inspires to the sweeping reach of Stephen Kings The Stand.--ALA BooklistPRAISE FOR THE DEADWith giant firestorms, rampaging hordes and continual life-and-death scenarios...Higson delivers an action-packed summer read.--Kirkus ReviewsPRAISE FOR THE ENEMY Lord of the Flies with zombies...tons of nail-biting action.--Rick RiordanPRAISE FOR THE ENEMY The Enemy grabs you by the throat . . . and bites off your ear. Its kids versus zombies and no one is playing nice. The action--and boy, is there action--takes us through a London transformed by the unexplained illness that has turned every adult into a shuffling, drooling, kid-crunching machine. Bonus: zombie royals. Sheer fun.--Michael Grant, author of the Gone seriesPRAISE FOR THE SACRIFICE Death, religion, friendship, survival, power, politics, and fear are explored throughout this installment. The storylines run full speed ahead in this horrifying page-turner. The solid writing is, at times, brilliant . . .The unanswered questions will prime readers for the next in the series. --VOY...

-Titulo Original : Yours Truly-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Previously published under the title Ketchup CloudsDear Mr. S. Harris, Ignore the blob of red in the top left corner. Its jam, not blood, though I dont think I need to tell you the difference. It wasnt your wifes jam the police found on your shoe. I know what its like. Mine wasnt a woman. Mine was a boy. And I killed him three months ago exactly.Zoe has an unconventional pen pal -- Mr. Stuart Harris, a Texas Death Row inmate and convicted murderer. But thats okay, because Zoe has an unconventional story to tell. A story about how she fell for two boys, betrayed one of them, and killed the other. Hidden away in her backyard shed in the middle of the night with a jam sandwich in one hand and a pen in the other, Zoe gives voice to her heart and her fears after months of silence. Mr. Harris may never respond to Zoes letters, but at least somebody will know her story -- somebody who knows what its like to kill the person you love. Only through her unusual confession can Zoe hope to atone for her mistakes that have torn lives apart, and work to put her own life back together again. Rising literary star Annabel Pitcher pens a captivating second novel, rich with her distinctive balance between humor and heart. Annabel explores the themes of first love, guilt, and grief, introducing a character with a witty voice and true emotional resonance. Review Praise for Yours Truly, formerly titled Ketchup Clouds:Winner of the Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Young AdultWinner of the Waterstones Childrens Book PrizeA YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Pick* Its not just suspense that drives this epistolary page-turner, but Zoes authentic emotional responses and unyielding wit...[Yours Truly] shows just how easy it is to make mistakes and how hard love can be. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)* By turns heartbreaking and hilarious... Zoes voice is witty and introspective as she explores issues relating to family, grief, and love. Booklist (starred review)* Zoes introspective and surprisingly humorous voice will strike a chord with readers as they dwell on the space between guilt and innocence. Publishers Weekly (starred review)Zoes original mind, turns of phrase, and sprightly narrative style give her story quick, light momentum and moments of lyricism...Sharp, articulate perceptions and a measure of suspense-as well as a lively thread of wit and humor-make this a very engaging read. The Horn BookPraise for My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece:* [A] striking debut. Realistic, gritty, and uplifting. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)* Straddles that fine line between funny and tragic... As a study of griefs collateral damage, it deals with the topic realistically without losing sight of hope. Booklist (starred review)* In this powerfully honest, quirkily humorous debut novel...Pitcher tackles grief, prejudice, religion, bullying, and familial instability. Publishers Weekly (starred review)* Compelling and believable...by turns heartbreaking and hysterically funny... This is an important book that could be used in classes and book-discussion groups. Dont let it fall through the cracks. School Library Journal (starred review) About the Author Annabel Pitcher is the award-winning author of My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece and Yours Truly. She graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English Literature. She lives in Yorkshire, England, with her husband, son, and dog...

-Titulo Original : Incendiary (hollow Crown, 1)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Set in a lushly drawn world inspired by Inquisition Spain, Zoraida Cordovas fantasy is an epic tale of love and revenge perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir and Sarah J. Maas. As a memory thief, the rarest and most feared of the magical Moria, Renata was used by the crown to carry out the Kings Wrath, a siege that resulted in the deaths of thousands of her own people. Now Renata is one of the Whispers, rebel spies working against the crown. The Whispers may have rescued Renata years ago, but she cannot escape their mistrust and hatred-or the overpowering memories of the hundreds of souls she drained during her time in the palace. When Dez, the commander of her unit-and the boy shes grown to love-is taken captive by the notorious Principe Dorado, Renata must return to Andalucia and complete Dezs top secret mission herself. But as Renata grows more deeply embedded in the politics of the royal court, she uncovers a secret in her past that could change the fate of the entire kingdom-and end the war that has cost her everything. Review A compelling world filled with beautiful, brutal magic and characters that feel real enough to touch. Sara Holland, New York Times bestselling author of EverlessZoraida Cordova continues to be la reina of epic adventures. Incendiary flips the Spanish Inquisition with much-needed magic, a lush world, and heart-stopping intrigue. Lilliam Rivera, author of Dealing in DreamsGorgeous worldbuilding, searing suspense, and a huge cast of fascinating, complex characters make Incendiary an irresistible read. From the very first page, the indomitable Renata Convidas quest for vengeance and justice had me in its teeth. Claire Legrand, New York Times bestselling author of FurybornA brilliant novel full of memory and magic, love and vengeance. Kat Howard, Alex Award-winning author of An Unkindness of MagiciansAn intense and vivid story of revolution, violence, love, and the desperate struggle to make the world better one impossible choice at a time. Renata Convida is a rebel after my own heart. Tessa Gratton, author of The Queens of Innis LearA darkly rich tapestry of twisted magic, deadly consequences, and riveting stakes. Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of the Belles seriesThis is a work of incredible pacing...will be an easy sell to fans of Legrands Kingsbane or Cashores Graceling. BulletinA high-stakes tale of palace intrigue and deception. Shelf Awareness About the Author Zoraida Cordova is the author of many fantasy novels including Star Wars: A Crash of Fate, the Brooklyn Brujas series, and The Vicious Deep trilogy. Her novel Labyrinth Lost won the International Book Award for Best Young Adult Novel in 2017. Her short fiction has appeared in the New York Times bestselling anthology Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View, and Toil & Trouble: 15 Tales of Women and Witchcraft. Zoraida was born in Ecuador and raised in Queens, New York. When she isnt working on her next novel, shes planning another adventure....

-Titulo Original : Blood Of My Blood (i Hunt Killers, 3)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: The final book in this thrilling, terrifying series by New York Times bestselling author Barry Lyga is perfect for fans of Dexter. Jazz Dent has been shot and left to die in New York City. His girlfriend Connie is in the clutches of Jazzs serial killer father, Billy. And his best friend Howie is bleeding to death on the floor of Jazzs own home in tiny Lobos Nod. Somehow, these three must rise above the horrors their lives have become and find a way to come together in pursuit of Billy. But then Jazz crosses a line hes never crossed before, and soon the entire country is wondering: Like father, like son? Who is the true monster? The chase is on, and beyond Billy there lurks something much, much worse. Prepare to meet...the Crow King. From School Library Journal Gr 9 Up-Jasper Jazz Dent is locked in a storage locker with two dead bodies, trying to nurse his own bullet wound in the dim light of a fading cellphone. Picking up (without pause) from the cliff-hanger ending in Game (2013), Lygas series about the 17-year-old who was first introduced in I Hunt Killers (2012) as the son of escaped killer Billy Dent continues as he tries to aid the police in his fathers recapture. Unaware that his girlfriend Connie has been lured by Billy to a Brooklyn tenement house and imprisoned with Jazzs mother, and that his hemophiliac friend, Howie, has been attacked, Jazz faces his demons alone-including repressed memories with sexual undertones, and the creepy voice of Billy educating his son on the acumen required to be a good serial killer (appearing in italics). The worrisome genetic factor plagues Jazz yet propels him in the right direction to foil some copycat killers and elude authorities long enough to solve his own lifes mysteries. Obstructing the law, the teen follows clues that take him back home to Lobos Nod for the chilling climax and surprise ending, despite red herrings thrown in the readers path at every turn. Connie and Howie continue to play major roles in this episode, often providing their own points of view, as do officers Hughes and Tanner as bumbling but likable authorities. As a trilogy wrap-up, this gory winner with raw appeal requires having read the first two titles.-Vicki Reutter, State University of New York at Cortland Review *Lygas burial of the I Hunt Killers trilogy cements it as one of the most ambitious thriller series in YA history, and the absolute best cliff from which teen readers can dive into the grueling world of adult crime procedurals. Booklist (starred review)*...gory winner with raw appeal. School Library Journal (starred review) About the Author Barry Lyga is the author of several acclaimed young adult novels, including Bang, After the Red Rain, the I Hunt Killers trilogy, and his debut, The Astonishing Adventures of Fanboy and Goth Girl. Barry lives and writes in New Jersey, and invites you to visit his website at barrylyga ...

-Titulo Original : Tool Of War (ship Breaker)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Set in a dark future devastated by climate change, Tool of War is the third book in a major adventure series by a bestselling and award-winning science fiction author and starring the most provocative character from the acclaimed novels Ship Breaker and The Drowned Cities. In this gripping, eerily prescient sci-fi thriller that Kirkus described as masterful, Tool--a half-man/half-beast designed for combat--proves himself capable of so much more than his creators had ever dreamed. He has gone rogue from his pack of bioengineered augments and emerged a victorious leader of a pack of human soldier boys. But he is hunted relentlessly by someone determined to destroy him, who knows an alarming secret: Tool has found the way to resist his genetically ingrained impulses of submission and loyalty toward his masters... The time is coming when Tool will embark on an all-out war against those who have enslaved him. From one of science fictions undisputed masters comes a riveting and all-too-timely page-turner that explores the intricate relationships connecting hunter and prey, master and enslaved, human and monster. Suzanne Collins may have put dystopian literature on the YA map with The Hunger Games...but Bacigalupi is one of the genres masters, employing inventively terrifying details in equally imaginative story lines. --Los Angeles Times From School Library Journal Gr 10 Up-The third entry in his award-winning dystopian series, following Ship Breaker and The Drowned Cities, tells the story of Tool the augment, a genetically engineered half-man made up of a cocktail of genetic material-human, dog, tiger. Augments are designed to be the ultimate killing machines while remaining fiercely loyal to his creators. However, once Tool discovers that he can suppress his submissive instincts, he rebels against his creators and splinters off from his augment pack to lead an army of soldier boys-human child soldiers-to capture the Drowned Cities. Tools creators find him and wipe out his army, which forces him back into hiding. With the help of a new pack-a band of teen merchant sailors-and old allies, Tool resumes his desrtructive mission. Bacigalupi proves once again that he is a master of world-building; the world he created in the previous two books is just as desolate, violent, and intriguing in this installment. The tension-from the time Tools creators rain fire down upon him in the Drowned Cities, to when Tool finally comes face-to-face with the man who built him-is relentless throughout the narrative, and the lack of primary character development (perhaps a result of expecting readers to have plowed through the first two books) allows for the introduction and development of supporting characters, such as Jones, a junior analyst and young prodigy for Mercier Corporation who is helping track Tool down. The amount of violence and bloodshed makes this more suitable for an older audience. VERDICT A strong, entertaining continuation of Bacigalupis postapocalyptic series; teens will be hoping for future installments. Hand to those who devoured the first two books.-Tyler Hixson, Brooklyn Public Library Review Praise for Tool of War:A 2018 Locus Awards Finalist for Young Adult Books*Bacigalupis environmentally ravaged world remains both richly described and terrifying, his characters diverse and complex. Through Tool, he explores free will and the consequences of humans playing at being gods. ...Well worth the wait. Publishers Weekly, starred reviewBacigalupi masterfully examine[s] larger questions about humanity, genetic engineering, loyalty, freedom, violence, and survival. This striking novel...is an all-too-timely reminder that humans actions have the power to change the world for better or worse. The Horn BookMakes readers think about what it means to be human, the price of genetic engineering, and the inhumanity of the corporations who put profit above all else. Booklis...

-Titulo Original : Brothers To The Death (the Saga Of Larten Crepsley, 4)-Fabricante : Little, Brown Books For Young Readers-Descripcion Original: Review The novel is fast paced and packed with thought-provoking discussions of war and peace, hate and tolerance, and resentment and forgiveness...Fans of the series will appreciate the conclusion of the masters story, while new fans will be able to jump into the book without any trouble. This is a good read for fantasy and adventure fans alike. --VOYAPraise for The Saga of Larten Crepsley:Fans of Darren Shan will eat this book up and likely go on to reread the series, now that they know the backstory on how a killer was born. --VOYACirque du Freak aficionados will be intrigued by this glimpse into Crepsleys formative years... -- School and Library Journal After years of wandering, Larten has finally found his way back to his vampire family and resumed the vigorous, brutal training to become a General. But there are vampires determined to pull Larten into starting a war that could have global implications and casualties. Vampires who will stop at nothing. Vampires who would betray Larten in the most cutting way. About the Author Darren Shan is the bestselling author of the young adult series Cirque Du Freak, The Demonata, and the Saga of Larten Crepsley series, as well as the stand-alone book The Thin Executioner. His books have sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Shan divides his time between his homes in Ireland and London...