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MARCH 1, 2012
Though this novel begs inevitable thematic comparisons to John Green's The Fault in Our Stars (2012), it stands on its own... Full review >
MARCH 5, 2012
A story that, like Finley, expresses a lot in relatively few words. Full review >
MARCH 27, 2012
MARCH 6, 2012
From the grief-stricken shell of her former self to a nascent refugee and finally to a full-fledged resistance fighter,... Full review >
MARCH 6, 2012
Smart, well-crafted and sophisticated; without a doubt, this belongs on the top of the stack of the current crop of angel... Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
A must-read for paranormal fans young and old. Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
While in the end there are some plotlines left untied in slice-of-life fashion, the bittersweet resolution of the main... Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
A thorough and absorbing recreation of the ill-fated voyage. Full review >
MARCH 13, 2012
Realistic grief, humor, camp, crime investigation—and plenty of good boner jokes. Full review >
MARCH 13, 2012
A well-framed historical, with a wholly realized setting and believable, rich, likable characters. (Historical fiction.... Full review >
MARCH 13, 2012
MARCH 20, 2012
Beautiful and thought-provoking; questions unanswered will linger in readers' minds. Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
A novel of hope and redemption in the most unlikely of settings. Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
Compelling characters and solid sports action. Full review >
MARCH 27, 2012
Although it depends not a whit on the previous book, it may well drive new readers to it, so they can spend more time in... Full review >
MARCH 13, 2012
This epic has everything readers can ask for: great characters and a truly spectacular plot filled with romance, suspense,... Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
With its authentic depiction of the hardships of early-20th-century life and well-rounded characters, this is an agreeable,... Full review >
MARCH 27, 2012
A high-stakes conclusion that satisfies. Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
A shy boy blossoms in this surprisingly witty debut. Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
The mystery is unraveled thanks to a too-obvious clue, but the scary climax, a romantic subplot and plenty of thoroughly... Full review >
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