FlumeAward – The Book of Blood and Shadow The Book of Blood and Shadow by Robin WassermanFor teen fans of books like the DaVinci Code…although I felt it was a bit too long, too much Latin thrown in, and not enough connection with the characters. A so-so choice for the list.-Amy I. Barrington I found …
FlumeAward – The 5th Wave The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey It’s been a while since I read this book and I’m not clear on the details still, but I read this over a weekend because I couldn’t put it down. This was a very creative alien invasion story. There is no clear cut alien …
FlumeAward – The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian Discussion page for The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian.I think this is a merit-worthy book, but do we include books that the kids won’t read or finish? I had some of my best teen readers try this out for book discussion and it …
FlumeAward – The Aramanth Enchantment The Amaranth Enchantment is a fun fairytale–a creative Cinderella-type story about a poor 15-year old orphan who falls in love with a prince. It’s got romance, suspense, lots of humor, and some good twists, and Lucinda, the main character, is spunky and adventurous. I think it’s got lots of appeal …
FlumeAward – The Art of Being Normal The Art of Being Normal by Lisa Williamson2016SLJ – grades 9+PW – ages 14+"David Piper has always been an outsider. His parents think he’s gay. The school bully thinks he’s a freak. Only his two best friends know the real truth, David wants to be a girl. On …