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In a society where unwanted teens are salvaged for their body parts, three runaways fight the system that would "unwind" them
Connor's parents want to be rid of him because he's a troublemaker. Risa has no parents and is being unwound to cut orphanage costs. Lev's unwinding has been planned since his birth, as part of his family's strict religion. Brought together by chance, and kept together by desperation, these three unlikely companions make a harrowing cross-country journey, knowing their lives hang in the balance. If they can survive until their eighteenth birthday, they can't be harmed -- but when every piece of them, from their hands to their hearts, are wanted by a world gone mad, eighteen seems far, far away.
In Unwind, Boston Globe/Horn Book Award winner Neal Shusterman challenges readers' ideas about life -- not just where life begins, and where it ends, but what it truly means to be alive.
!1: Now is the time The Hunger Games.(Young adult review)(Book review): An article from: Reviewer's Bookwatch Order Today!
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Date Created : Oct 21, 2010 07:17:12
In the blink of an eye.
Everyone disappears.
Gone.
Everyone except for the young. Teens. Middle schoolers. Toddlers. But not a single adult. No teachers, no cops, no doctors, no parents. Gone, too, are the phones, internet, and television. There is no way to get help.
Hunger threatens. Bullies rule. A sinister creature lurks. Animals are mutating. And the teens themselves are changing, developing new talents—unimaginable, dangerous, deadly powers—that grow stronger by the day.
It's a terrifying new world. Sides are being chosen and war is imminent.
The first in a breathtaking saga about teens battling each other and their darkest selves, gone is a page-turning thriller that will make you look at the world in a whole new way.
!1: Best Buy I've been looking for a series to get behind ever since Harry Potter ended and now I've found one! Heralded by such authors as Stephen King, GONE is one of the best books I've ever read.
What happens in a world where suddenly everyone over the age of 15 is GONE, Disappears without explanation? Who's left are children 14 and younger struggling to understand and survive in a world where they are now the rulers. In a world where some are discovering and developing strange and superhuman, sometimes deadly powers. Where animals mutate into terrifying creatures that defy explanation. Where the very laws of nature and science are turned upside down. What happens to the Bully? The Brain? The Reluctant Hero? The Optimistic? The Cruel? The Wiz Kid? The Average Joe? The Pretty Girl? The Opportunist? The Caregiver and more? What happens will astound and chill you to the bone.
Michael Grant does not shrink back from showing us the horror in a world gone mad. In world where children rule. Who will survive and what happens when you turn 15?
GONE is the first in a six part series that will change the way we look at our children and the world around us. on Sale!
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Date Created : Oct 08, 2010 09:21:16
She is the last of her kind...
It is not a peaceful time in the Dells. In King City, the young King Nash is clinging to the throne, while rebel lords in the north and south build armies to unseat him. War is coming. And the mountains and forest are filled with spies and thieves. This is where Fire lives, a girl whose beauty is impossibly irresistible and who can control the minds of everyone around her.
Exquisitely romantic, this companion to the highly praised Graceling has an entirely new cast of characters, save for one person who plays a pivotal role in both books. You don't need to have read Graceling to love Fire. But if you haven't, you'll be dying to read it next.
!1: Best Buy Fire was phenomonal, there's no other way to put it! Starting with page 1, it drew you in, leaving you entranced with Fire's world. Once again, Kristin Cashore draws up an outstanding world, just outside of the one we encounter in Graceling. Graceling was outstanding, and when reading Fire I wasn't sure what to expect. Fire surpassed all my expectations and then some.
All the characters were very 3-D, which added a lot to the novel. Fire was such a great character, her past was revealed as part of the story. So you not only got what was going on now, but also what happened in the past. All the characters really draw you in with their emotions, and that's a big part of the novel. I loved the romance between Fire and Brigan, it was slow building, but it stuck out at readers like a red hot poker.
The fact with the "monsters" that was really great was that monsters had the same effect on everyone and the effect wasn't gender specific. In most novels, it's the female character that gets people to do their bidding, but in Fire Fire's father had people groveling to do his will.
Definately a must read! (Though make sure to read Graceling before you read Fire, or you ruin Graceling.) on Sale!
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Date Created : Sep 25, 2010 11:45:33
“It happened fast. Thirty-two minutes for one world to die, another to be born.”
First, the unthinkable: a security breach at a secret U.S. government facility unleashes the monstrous product of a chilling military experiment. Then, the unspeakable: a night of chaos and carnage gives way to sunrise on a nation, and ultimately a world, forever altered. All that remains for the stunned survivors is the long fight ahead and a future ruled by fear—of darkness, of death, of a fate far worse.
As civilization swiftly crumbles into a primal landscape of predators and prey, two people flee in search of sanctuary. FBI agent Brad Wolgast is a good man haunted by what he’s done in the line of duty. Six-year-old orphan Amy Harper Bellafonte is a refugee from the doomed scientific project that has triggered apocalypse. He is determined to protect her from the horror set loose by her captors. But for Amy, escaping the bloody fallout is only the beginning of a much longer odyssey—spanning miles and decades—towards the time and place where she must finish what should never have begun.
With The Passage, award-winning author Justin Cronin has written both a relentlessly suspenseful adventure and an epic chronicle of human endurance in the face of unprecedented catastrophe and unimaginable danger. Its inventive storytelling, masterful prose, and depth of human insight mark it as a crucial and transcendent work of modern fiction.
!1: Best Buy I took a road trip down the west coast from Seattle to San Francisco and needed something to pass the time. I settled on Justin Cronin's The Passage. It is a rare feeling to read a book that is 766 pages long and after a quarter of the way into it, find myself wishing that it was much longer. Thankfully this is book one of a trilogy, and if The Passage is any indication of what's to come then the future, for this particular fantasy, looks bright.
The Passage is a large scale adventure epic that is so ambitious it spans over one thousand years and portrays a future where humanity has been whittled away to a few scattered colonies that are forced to exist under a veil of unending light in order to keep the ravenous, blood thirsty, virals who have taken over North America at bay.
Justin Cronin has created a world that is part The Stand, part The Road Warrior and part Dawn of the Dead. He uses a literary prose to place the reader into the heart of the action and keep them there until the final conclusion that, although predictable at times, nevertheless, leaves the reader satisfied and hungry for more.
To be critical, Cronin sometimes packs the second and third acts full of characters that, although are interesting and crucial to the plot, tend to suffer from a lack of development. He likes to tease the reader with appealing background stories only to dispose of the character in the next few chapters. A couple of times he even pulls the old fake death trick (killing a person off in one chapter only to bring them back in the next). It leaves the reader feeling exasperated and runs the risk of giving the text a kind of soap opera element to it.
Overall, however, The Passage delivers. It is fast paced, well written and extremely ambitious. Justin Cronin has created a man made, mythical future where humankind is no longer at the top of the food chain. Where the fate of the world rests in the hands of a mysterious little girl who doesn't age and everything that has occurred is being reviewed over one thousand years into the future by some mysterious global agency. The Passage is a fun ride that keeps the pages turning, from its gripping opening scene to its satisfying climax. Trust me, the moment you open the book you'll forget about its 766 page length. on Sale!
!1: Now is the time The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner: An Eclipse Novella (Twilight Saga) Order Today!
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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.
!1: Best Buy I raced through this companion novella to the incredibly popular Twilight series. This was a very enjoyable, fun read. What I liked about it best, was that it returned (or so it initially appears) to have a more traditional take on vampires. Bree Tanner, a down-on-her-luck juvenile delinquent, has no idea what's in store for her when a friendly stranger offers her a meal. Before she realizes what is going on, she finds herself turned into a vampire. Told that she must remain out of sunlight, she believes all of the traditional mythology. Crazed by a powerful bloodlust unique to newly made vamps, and possessed of a fierce will to survive amongst the combative and dangerous nest of fellow newborns, it never occurs to Bree to test out any of the information she's been given. She ekes out an existence by keeping herself in the shadow of "Freaky Fred," a fellow newborn whose special talent is the ability to create a repellent aura around himself.
Deeply distrustful of their leader Riley's story that they will be safe during daylight hours due to a rare celestial alignment but not knowing where else to turn, Bree reluctantly joins the newborn army for their ill-fated march to Forks, WA.
In theme and content, The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner reminded me very much of a lighter, faster-paced version of M.T. Anderson's dystopian vampire novel, Thirsty. If only Bree had put two-and-two together a little faster. If only she'd been slightly less incapacitated by her thirst for blood. If only her sire, or another vampire had taken her under their wing. A wily survivor, she had so much potential, particularly if the Cullens had been allowed to adopt her into their vegetarian clan. If only.
The book races at breakneck speed to its inevitable conclusion. With deftly-handled parallel storylines, this short novel packs much more dramatic punch than the rest of the series (particularly the turgid Breaking Dawn) and will be considered essential reading by many Twilight fans, yet is easily accessible even to those unfamilar with the series. on Sale!
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Young Adult Literature is an in-depth literature survey that also models how to teach literature and reading to middle school and high school students. The first three chapters familiarize teacher candidates with the reading process of teens, discuss teen attitudes toward reading, and examine their interests and reading abilities. The genre chapters (Chapters 4-13) discuss genre characteristics and themes, survey young adult literature within the genre category, and examine relevant young adult literature in terms of style and structure. Each of the genre chapters also includes selections to illustrate methods for teaching reading to all learners - including methods that focus on writing skills - and provides the teacher candidate with additional resources in the field of young adult literature.
±1±: Now is the time Musical shares: this game is a variation on musical chairs. It can lead into an interesting conversation about various service learning opportunities in ... (1).: An article from: Social Education Order Today!
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±1±: Now is the time 1981 in Ireland: 1981 in Gaelic Games, 1981 in Northern Ireland, 1981 Irish Hunger Strike, Paddy Bradley, Eurovision Song Contest 1981 Order Today!
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Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: 1981 in Gaelic Games, 1981 in Northern Ireland, 1981 Irish Hunger Strike, Paddy Bradley, Eurovision Song Contest 1981, John Mullane, Lar Corbett, Stardust Fire, Fergal Doherty, Attacks on Shipping in Lough Foyle, Irish General Election, 1981, Park/ratheniska Gaa, Dudgeon V United Kingdom, Kevin Mcguckin, 1981 in the Irish Republican Army, Fermanagh and South Tyrone By-Election, April 1981, Eoin Mulligan, James Conway, Semple Stadium, Francis Mceldowney, Ray Ryan, Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest 1981, All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship 1981, Paul Cartin, Fermanagh and South Tyrone By-Election, August 1981, Waterford It Gaa, Enda Mcginley, Number-One Singles of 1981, Kevin Lynch's Hurling Club, Declan Prendergast, Sligo Intermediate Football Championship 1981, Catherine Doherty, Mcgrath Cup, Sligo Senior Football Championship 1981, Barry Cahill, Shane Maher, Lynda O'connell, 1981 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final, Naomh Ólaf Clg, David Harte, Tony Griffin, Glenelly St. Joseph's, Brian Hogan, All-Ireland Senior Football Championship 1981. Excerpt: Event: All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship 1981 item Date: 6 September 1981 item Venue: Croke Park , Dublin item Referee : Frank Murphy (Cork ) item Attendance: 71,348 item 19821981The 1981 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final was the 94th All-Ireland Final and the culmination of the 1981 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship, an inter-county hurling tournament for the top teams in Ireland . The match was held at Croke Park , Dublin , on 6 September 1981, between Galway and Limerick . The reigning champions lost to their Leinster opponents on a score line of 2-12 to 0-15.Match details 1981-09-06 Final: Offaly : 2-12 0-15: Galway : Croke Park , Dublin Attendance: 71,348 Referee: F. Murphy (Cork) Of...
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An invisible, uncrossable physical barrier encloses the Unified States. The Line is the part of the border that lopped off part of the country, dooming the inhabitants to an unknown fate when the enemy used a banned weapon. It’s said that bizarre creatures and superhumans live on the other side, in Away. Nobody except tough old Ms. Moore would ever live next to the Line.
Nobody but Rachel and her mother, who went to live there after Rachel’s dad died in the last war. It’s a safe, quiet life. Until Rachel finds a mysterious recorded message that can only have come from Away. The voice is asking for help.
Who sent the message? Why is her mother so protective? And to what lengths is Rachel willing to go in order to do what she thinks is right?
±1±: Best Buy Rachel has lived on The Property with her mother, Vivian, for as long as she can remember. Before her father's death, Rachel lived in a city, a city she cannot remember and a place she never wants to live again. Ms. Moore owns The Property and employs Vivian in the capacity of a housekeeper. The Property borders The Line, which was created years upon years ago to separate the Unified States from a possible attack. Those on the other side of The Line were trapped there and when bombs were dropped, the radiation ended all chances of a rescue. The stories and myths speak of evil creatures and crazy people who will kill you in an instant. Rachel and Vivian border this mysterious world, but have never experienced anything strange themselves. Their lives may not be the best on The Property, but they aren't bad. Rachel and Vivian are far from the government's interference and have been living a peaceful and dull life bordering The Line. All of that changes when Rachel's curiosity gets the best of her and she discovers more than she ever bargained for.
Teri Hall has created a brilliant debut with The Line. This dystopian novel is one of the best I've ever read and I don't say that lightly. The Unified States could easily resemble our world if the government stepped in and changed everything we know. That's the thing about dystopian novels; in a way, the reader could actually imagine his or her world like the world presented in the book. I could picture the United States that I know as the Unified States. That, in itself, is terrifying.
It's really difficult to get into too much about the book, without giving away key plot points, but I will say that The Line is definitely worth reading. The story begins in a typical dystopian fashion. The government has stepped in and begun to control everything. There are taxes and new laws and if you have something to hide, then the government has a reason to cart you away. Rachel understands it all and she agrees with her mother that the government cannot be trusted, but she soon realizes exactly why her mother doesn't trust the government. A simple event opens Rachel's eyes to her mother's flaws and also gives her some insight into who Ms. Moore really is. The Line is an invisible boundary separating everyone from Away, but what happens when someone from Away asks for help? Rachel soon discovers an entire world of secrets that changes her life forever.
The Line is the opening book of a series and it certainly opens with a bang. It's not a non-stop action book, but I couldn't stop turning the pages. I read it in just a few hours and I so wish the next installment would come more quickly.
Opening line: It seemed to Rachel that she had always lived on The Property, though this wasn't true.
Favorite line(s): You can't be brave without being afraid. The brave ones are always afraid. on Sale!
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Date Created : Jun 24, 2010 20:45:41
Magic is dangerous—but love is more dangerous still.
When sixteen-year-old Tessa Gray crosses the ocean to find her brother, her destination is England, the time is the reign of Queen Victoria, and something terrifying is waiting for her in London's Downworld, where vampires, warlocks and other supernatural folk stalk the gaslit streets. Only the Shadowhunters, warriors dedicated to ridding the world of demons, keep order amidst the chaos.
Kidnapped by the mysterious Dark Sisters, members of a secret organization called The Pandemonium Club, Tessa soon learns that she herself is a Downworlder with a rare ability: the power to transform, at will, into another person. What’s more, the Magister, the shadowy figure who runs the Club, will stop at nothing to claim Tessa's power for his own.
Friendless and hunted, Tessa takes refuge with the Shadowhunters of the London Institute, who swear to find her brother if she will use her power to help them. She soon finds herself fascinated by—and torn between—two best friends: James, whose fragile beauty hides a deadly secret, and blue-eyed Will, whose caustic wit and volatile moods keep everyone in his life at arm's length . . . everyone, that is, but Tessa. As their search draws them deep into the heart of an arcane plot that threatens to destroy the Shadowhunters, Tessa realizes that she may need to choose between saving her brother and helping her new friends save the world. . . . and that love may be the most dangerous magic of all.
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Katniss is a 16-year-old girl living with her mother and younger sister in the poorest district of Panem, the remains of what used be the United States. Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, "The Hunger Games." The terrain, rules, and level of audience participation may change but one thing is constant: kill or be killed. When Kat's sister is chosen by lottery, Kat steps up to go in her place.
±1±: Best Buy Synopsis: The Hunger Games is a game. A televised reality show for everyone to watch and see. A game where the government picks randomized names of two children from each of the twelve districts in the city of Panem. The rules of the game are simple: kill everyone else or be killed. Only one survives.
Review: Sometimes, the plot is only the beginning of a book. More often, it's the characters that hold up a story. With this young adult book, that's definitely the case. Although done before, and the plot is not as original or unique, it's the main characters that truly kept me interested. They were very solid characters, likable, and believable. Because of that, it not only made me empathize and relate to them more, it also kept me hooked and interested.
Another big plus for me was the writing and the pace. It never lagged, was simple, and straight-forward; nothing overly complicated or exaggerated. I liked that, because it showed that an author doesn't have to use big, fancy words all the time to create a point. Sometimes, even the simplest of words would suffice, if delivered the right way. I feel like this is one of those books that is the epitome of that idea.
Also, I was really into the book the entire time I was reading it, and literally couldn't put it down. I know, it's a cliche to say that, but that is truly the case with this one. Even when I finished the book, I couldn't wait to check out the sequel. Unfortunately, (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), this is a popular trilogy so the library did not have it. I was also far too impatient to reserve it, because the number of holds were crazy! So I gave in and bought a copy of it instead. And I really do think it's worth buying. So yes, I do recommend this book. It's a young adult, fantasy/sci-fi/horror-ish novel, and though I usually tend to stay away from that genre, this one made me actually want to read others in that category.
Again, like I said, I do recommend it. So read it, especially if you're in the mood for a really good, intriguing, interesting, well-written young adult book with a really disturbing storyline. on Sale!
