Category Archives: suspense
Code Name Verity – Elizabeth Wein
This book is amazing and intense. The story follows two young women and their involvement in the British war effort during WWII. One is a pilot, the other is a spy. The story opens in Julie’s voice. She has been … Continue reading
Another Jekyll, Another Hyde – Daniel and Dina Nayeri
I tend to enjoy new spins on the classic books, and this one doesn’t disappoint. Though only loosely based on the original Jekyll and Hyde storyline, it incorporates many of the themes and morals while weaving in aspects of modern day life. Thomas … Continue reading
Every Other Day – Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Kali is a strong heroine in this riveting action adventure filled with paranormal monster hunting amidst high school angst. Kali appears like a normal teenage girl, but every other day at dawn, she shifts into something extraordinary. She still looks … Continue reading
Slide – Jill Hathaway
Slide will be a big hit in the young adult market. Twisty mysteries are always good and this one has a unique way of delivering the clues, the pieces to solve the mystery. Sylvia (Vee) suffers from narcolepsy. When she … Continue reading
The Night She Disappeared – April Henry
Wow! Another book by April Henry that does not disappoint. Kayla is out at night making a pizza delivery and does not come back. Her panicked co-worker, Drew calls the police. It looks like the abductor initially targeted Gabie, another … Continue reading
The Dead of Winter – Chris Priestley
This Victorian ghost story is chock full of metaphors and similes. Michael’s father sacrificed his life for his commander, Sir Stephen. Feeling guilt, Sir Stephen became a benefactor to Michael and his mother. Upon his mother’s death, Michael is instructed … Continue reading
Hidden – Helen Frost
Another beautifully written lyrical book by Helen Frost. Told in two voices with different formats. When Wren was 8, she stayed in the back seat of the car while her mom went into the store for a moment. She heard … Continue reading
Stolen Away – Alyxandra Harvey
I enjoyed reading Stolen Away and hope there will be more to come. Eloise has no idea that her mysterious aunt Antonia is the bride of the current Faery king. He was supposed to rule the Faery courts for seven … Continue reading
Incarnate – Jodi Meadows
I was eager to read this book because of the interesting premise. One million souls populate the land and they have been reborn for five thousand years retaining their memories. Death is not the end, until Ana is born. Everyone … Continue reading
Slayers – C.J. Hill
This is another book about teens with super powers fighting evil. This time the teens are the next generation of dragon slayers. The story opens with a vicious action scene of a huge dragon terrorizing Washington DC. So I thought … Continue reading
The Scorpio Races – Maggie Stiefvater
The Scorpio Races – Maggie Stiefvater The author of the werewolf romance series consisting of Shiver, Linger and Forever, one of my favorite paranormal romance series, has created a unique work with The Scorpio Races. This one is not paranormal … Continue reading
Diabolical – Cynthia Leitich Smith
Diabolical is part of the Tantalize series. It helps to read the books in order, but not necessary. The author does a good job catching the reader up with the characters. The story opens with ex-vampire Miranda looking down on her … Continue reading
The Mostly True Story of Jack – Kelly Barnhill
I’m attracted to odd stories. This one, well, hard to put my finger on what it was that I just finished. People have both good and bad in them. A Mother Earth type mystical magical figure was split in half … Continue reading
Shattered Dreams – Ellie James
This story is a great example of why you shouldn’t trust people you barely know or wander through haunted houses. Set in post-Katrina New Orleans, the plot begins as our hero, Trinity Rose, is in the middle of a horrible … Continue reading
Variant – Robinson Wells
I like this. I like this better than The Maze Runner and I really like that. Benson Fisher is a teen who has no ties to anyone, having been shuffled through a series of foster homes. He earns a scholarship … Continue reading
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