TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

LEGEND

by Marie Lu

This is no didactic near-future warning of present evils, but a cinematic adventure featuring endearing, compelling heroes Full review >

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UGLIES

by Scott Westerfeld

Some heavy-handedness, but the awesome ending thrills with potential. Full review >

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MATCHED

by Ally Condie

Detractors will legitimately cite less-than-subtle morality and similarities to The Giver, but this one’s a fierce,... Full review >

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THE NAME OF THE STAR

by Maureen Johnson

Nice touches about friendship, kissing, research and the way a boy's curls might touch his collar fully integrate with a... Full review >

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