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Best Teen Friendship Books of 2014

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE STORY OF OWEN

by E.K. Johnston

It may “[take] a village to train a dragon slayer,” but it takes an exceptional dragon slayer to deserve a village—and a... Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

WHY WE TOOK THE CAR

by Wolfgang Herrndorf ; translated by Tim Mohr

In his first novel translated into English, Herrndorf sits squarely and triumphantly at the intersection of literary tall... Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

A HERO AT THE END OF THE WORLD

by Erin Claiborne

A smart, funny and emotionally engaging tale perfect for any reader who longs for another train ride to Hogwarts. Full review >

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