Bookshelves of Doom: Anticipated Teen Books for Spring

by Siobhan Vivian

The issue is seldom front and center in books for teens, but Vivian refuses to falsify or avoid the uncomfortable realities... Full review >

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by Josh Berk

Realistic grief, humor, camp, crime investigation—and plenty of good boner jokes. Full review >

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by Saundra Mitchell

A high-quality, absorbing drama. Full review >

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by Stefan Petrucha

While some may guess the plot twist, Petrucha nonetheless provides both a well-crafted romp through yesteryear’s New York... Full review >

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by A.C.E. Bauer

What’s ultimately lacking, though, is a compelling link between myth and contemporary tale. Full review >

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by Madeleine George

While in the end there are some plotlines left untied in slice-of-life fashion, the bittersweet resolution of the main... Full review >

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by Lauren Child

Fizzy style fails to buoy a slow-moving plot. Fans of Child’s other works, however, will likely still be interested in... Full review >

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by Pete Hautman

Part science fiction, part adventure, part mystery, but every bit engrossing; be sure to start the hold list for the sequel Full review >

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by Elizabeth Hand

An impressive blend of biography and magical realism. Full review >

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by Holly Black

If you haven’t discovered this series yet, get going; if you’re already a fan, why are you even reading this review? (Urban... Full review >

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by Robin LaFevers

A page turner—with grace. Full review >

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by Barry Lyga

Still there is much to satisfy the blood-and-gore lust of older teen CSI and serial-killer fans. Full review >

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