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Far from the tree by Robin BenwayFeeling incomplete as an adopted child after placing her own baby up for adoption, teen Grace tracks down her biological siblings and finds herself struggling with the dynamics of being a middle child between an embittered older brother and an outspoken younger sister.
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Silver stars : a Front lines novel by Michael GrantWomen soldiers Frangie, Rainy and Rio accompany the American army to World War II Sicily, where they endure harrowing conditions on the front lines during the summer of 1943. By the author of the Messenger of Fear series.
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| Invictus by Ryan GraudinBorn outside of time and rejected from the Corps of Central Time Travelers, 17-year-old Farway "Far" Gaius McCarthy has his work cut out for him as captain of the Invictus, travelling back in time to steal antiquities from history. Told in the alternating voices of Far's diverse crew, this "rollicking, bombshell-laden adventure" (Kirkus Reviews) is sure to hook fans of quirky, Doctor Who-style science fiction. |
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| That inevitable Victorian thing by E.K. JohnstonIn a near-future world built from an alternate version of the British Empire, multiethnic Crown Princess Victoria-Margaret arrives in Toronto for a summer of incognito freedom. Margaret knows it's her duty to marry a DNA-compatible spouse, but that doesn't prevent her from falling for commoner Helena…who's already engaged. Complex, thoughtful, and inclusive, That Inevitable Victorian Thing offers an appealing blend of romance and speculative fiction. |
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| There's someone inside your house by Stephanie PerkinsFans of author Stephanie Perkins' romances know that her books typically feature relatable characters, poignant emotions, and swoon-worthy love interests. This latest book, starring high school senior Makani, has all of those -- plus shady secrets and grisly serial murders. If you love slasher flicks, you don't want to miss this thrilling new direction from a popular author. |
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An enchantment of ravens by Margaret RogersonA superbly skilled portrait artist who includes among her patrons the sinister, immortal fair folk who covet her talents, Isobel makes the terrible mistake of revealing an autumn faerie prince's sorrow in his portrait, a choice that strands them both in a hostile land where they risk their lives to pursue forbidden feelings for each other.
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Devils & thieves by Jennifer RushA debut entry in a new urban fantasy series by the author of the Altered Saga finds 18-year-old Jemmie, a magically flawed member of her world's kindled community, reluctantly partnering with her biker gang leader ex to investigate local disappearances and rumours of forbidden magic during an annual festival.
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All the crooked saints by Maggie StiefvaterThree cousins who are members of an unusual family that possesses the ability to perform miracles are repeatedly sought out for their gifts while they struggle to establish free lives for themselves and navigate the fallout from miracles that happen in ways other than anticipated. By the award-winning author of the Raven Cycle series.
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Spill zone
by Scott Westerfeld; illustrated by Alex Puvilland
Whenever she ventures inside the spill zone, Addison is careful to stay on her motorbike in case she needs make a fast retreat from unnatural beasts, glowing-eyed corpses, or any of the other remnants of the spill that altered reality in Poughkeepsie, New York. Photographing her devastated hometown for cash is dangerous -- her latest assignment may actually prove fatal -- but Addison risks it in order to finance an escape for herself and her little sister. Sharp angles, unusual colors, and adrenaline-pumping-violence all combine in this eerie, intriguing graphic novel, the 1st in a two-book series.
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| OCD love story by Corey Ann HayduWhen Bea meets Beck, he's having a panic attack at a school dance. They end up kissing, which makes things awkward when they meet again in group therapy. Beck has OCD, and while Bea claims she only has a few "little anxieties," her issues are much deeper. Can Bea and Beck's love survive if they see each other for how they really are? Find out in this unflinching yet disarmingly hopeful romance. |
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| The rest of us just live here by Patrick NessMikey's small town is plagued by vampires, ghosts, and zombie deer, but the paranormal drama only targets kids with "unusual names and capital-D Destinies." As for Mikey, he just wants to deal with his OCD, survive his messed-up family, and graduate high school without becoming collateral damage in yet another looming apocalypse. Combining emotional depth with wry in-jokes, The Rest of Us Just Live Here is a great pick for seen-it-all fantasy fans. |
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| Every last word by Tamara Ireland StoneAs one of the popular (and hyper-judgmental) queen bees at her school, 16-year-old Sam is careful to conceal her uncontrollable, obsessive thoughts. The strain of hiding is intense, however, and when Sam finds new friends among the members of a secret poetry group, she hopes it might finally be safe to open up. A steamy romance and an unexpected twist add spice to this sensitive, absorbing read. |
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| OCD, the dude, and me by Lauren Roedy VaughnAwkward, sarcastic high school senior Danielle is a social misfit who compulsively colour-codes her collection of hats and Chuck Taylors. When eccentric new friends (and the philosophy of The Big Lebowski) challenge her to adjust her attitude, Danielle reluctantly starts to unravel the trauma of her past. For another flawed, complicated heroine coping with a troubled history, try Please Ignore Vera Dietz by A.S. King. |
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