| The Kingdom of Back by Marie LuStarring: musical prodigy Nannerl Mozart, who’s angry at how 18th-century European society limits her options while encouraging the talents of her beloved brother, Wolfgang.
What happens: Nannerl and Wolfgang find their way into the magical realm of Back, where Nannerl meets Hyacinth, an enigmatic figure who offers adventure and fame -- but only at a devastating cost.
Author alert: This lush, detailed historical fantasy is a new direction for Marie Lu, best known for science fiction series Legend and Warcross. |
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| Bloom by Kenneth OppelThe invasion: A worldwide downpour deposits extraterrestrial seeds all over Earth, resulting in an explosion of terrifying new plants -- some with toxic pollen, others with carnivorous, people-eating pods.
The resistance: Three teens on a remote island in British Columbia discover that they might be the only ones immune to the alien horrors trying to colonize their planet.
Series alert: This high-stakes science fiction thriller is the 1st in The Overthrow trilogy. |
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| Hot Dog Girl by Jennifer DuganWhat it’s about: With her senior year approaching and Magic Castle Playland amusement park about to close forever, Lou (the park’s costumed hot dog) is running out of time to get with Nick (the park’s pirate).
So obviously: Lou needs to fake a romance with her best friend Seeley so that Nick will get jealous. It’s a plan that can’t possibly backfire, right?
Why you might like it: This funny, heartfelt rom-com features roller coasters both literal and emotional. |
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| How (Not) to Ask a Boy to Prom by S.J. GosleeWhat it’s about: Sixteen-year-old wallflower Nolan has never kissed anyone and doesn’t care about the prom, but he caves to his sister’s pressure and agrees to find a date. His promposal, however, goes horribly wrong, leaving Nolan stuck with his former bully, Bern, as his fake boyfriend.
Why you might like it: Romantic complications pile up as the prom draws closer in this clever, angsty story packed with on-point dialogue. |
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