Tough Teen Heroines of Science Fiction and Fantasy

CHILDREN'S

Released: Oct. 1, 2002

by Holly Black

"A labyrinthine plot with Goth sensibility makes this a luscious treat for fans of urban fantasy and romantic horror. (Fiction. YA)"

Debauchery, despair, deceit, and grisly death—what more could you ask from a fairy tale? Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: March 1, 2005

UGLIES

by Scott Westerfeld

"Some heavy-handedness, but the awesome ending thrills with potential. (Science fiction. YA)"

With a beginning and ending that pack hefty punches, this introduction to a dystopic future promises an exciting series. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: March 13, 2007

PROM DATES FROM HELL

by Rosemary Clement-Moore

"Fun, but with gaps. (Fiction. YA)"

When geeky Stanley Dozer asks Maggie Quinn to the senior prom, she isn't thrilled, and things only get worse when, as she rejects him, a group of popular students dubbed the "Jocks and Jessicas" begin bullying him. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: March 27, 2007

CITY OF BONES: THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS, BOOK ONE

by Cassandra Clare

"Lush and fun. (Fantasy. YA)"

This urban-fantasy series opener spices its fight against evil with sexual tension. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: Oct. 1, 2008

GRACELING

by Kristin Cashore

"Grace-full, in every sense. (Fantasy. 14 & up)"

An assured fantasy debut grapples with questions of identity, authenticity and autonomy. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: Oct. 1, 2008

THE HUNGER GAMES

by Suzanne Collins

"Impressive world-building, breathtaking action and clear philosophical concerns make this volume, the beginning of a planned trilogy, as good as The Giver and more exciting. (Science fiction. 11 & up)"

Katniss Everdeen is a survivor. Read full book review >

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