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Best Teen Books of 2012: Adrenaline Rushes (page 2)

When you curl up with a good book, do you want to feel like you're riding a roller coaster at the same time? Try one of these thrillers, survival tales or adventures.


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Cover art for THE ASSASSIN'S CURSE
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 2, 2012

"A ripsnorting series opener; may the sequels arrive soon. (Fantasy. 13 & up)"
A kick-ass pirate heroine gets into and out of (mostly into) trouble in this invigorating fantasy. Read full book review >
Cover art for THIS IS NOT FORGIVENESS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 16, 2012

"Though the portrayal of Rob's deteriorating mental state is raw and often uncomfortable, in the end, the honest, uncensored storytelling makes this a tale that will stay with readers long after the final page is turned. (Fiction. 14 & up)"
A dark and dangerous thrill ride pushes teen readers to the brink of their comfort zones when it comes to issues of love, lust, politics, family and war. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE CRIMSON CROWN
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 23, 2012

"Simply brilliant. (Fantasy. 12 & up)"
Torture and treasure, treason and trust, and the triumph of true love: All come to fruition in the stirring conclusion to this epic fantasy series. Read full book review >