Linger Repost

Since Linger came out this past week I decided to repost the link for my review for all of you guys to read!! The book was amazing and I hope all of you read it!

http://booksaremybff.blogspot.com/2010/03/linger.html

Catching Fire

Catching Fire

Suzanne Collins

Scholastic Inc.

$17.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I purchased this book.

Synopsis:

Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has won the annual Hunger Games with fellow district tribute Peeta Mellark. But it was a victory won by defiance of the Capitol and their harsh rules. Katniss and Peeta should be happy. After all, they have just won for themselves and their family a life of safety and plenty. But their are rumors of rebellion among the subjects, and Katniss and Peeta, to their horror, are the faces of that rebellion. The Capitol is angry. The Capitol wants revenge.

My Thoughts:

Intense.... I loved the sequel o the Hunger Games. After the first book I did not think Suzanne Collins could get any better, I was wrong. I couyld barely put the book down. There was suspense on every page, and plot twists in every chapter. I became so engrossed in the book that the story started to become a reality. Collins has a way with detail that I have not seen in many other authors. She provides details that make the story vivid and lively. I absolutely loved the setting she is able to paint. Katniss is an amazing heoine and you cannot help but root for her. I cannot wait to end the series in August when Mockingjay comes out.

Recommendations: Everyone

GradeL A++

Age: 15 and up

Gone

Gone

Lisa McMann

Simon and Schuster

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I borrowed this book from a friend.

Synopsis by Borders:

Janie is spending her summer with Cabel, but deep down she's panicking about how she's going to survive her future when getting sucked into other people's dreams starts to takes its toll.

My Thoughts:

I was a little disappointed in the end to this series. I absolutely loved Wake and Fade, and Gone was not the same caliber. I felt like the characters completely changed in this book. Janie closed herself off to Cabel, which was unlike her. There seemed to be a huge disconnect with the characters, and they acted differently than they had in the previous books. It took more of an effort for me to read this book when in the past I was able to breeze through them. I am glad I finished the book and the series, but I had hoped for a better ending. The Wake series was unique and I absolutely loved reading it, but Gone was not my favorite.

Recommendations: Anyone who wants closure to the Wake Trilogy.

Age: 15 and up

Grade: B-

Psych Major Syndrome

Psych Major Syndrome

Alicia Thompson

Hyperion

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I borrowed this book from the library.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

Using the skills you've learned so far in Introduction to Psychology, please write a brief self-assessment describing how things are going in your freshman year.

Presenting Concerns:

The Patient, Leigh Nolan (that would be me), has just started her first year at Stiles College. She has decided to major in psychology (even though her parents would rather she study Tarot cards, not Rorschach blots).

Patient has always been very good at helping her friends with their problems, but when it comes to solving her own...not so much.

Patient has a tendency to overanalyze things, particularly when the opposite sex is involved. Like why doesn't Andrew, her boyfriend of over a year, ever invite her to spend the night? Or why can't she commit to taking the next step in their relationship? And why does his roommate Nathan dislike her so much? More importantly, why did Nathan have a starring role in a much-more-than-friendly dream?

Aggravating factors include hyper-competitive fellow psych majors, a professor who's badly in need of her own psychoanalysis, and mentoring a middle-school-aged girl who thinks Patient is, in a word, naive.

Diagnosis:

Psych Major Syndrome

My Thoughts:

This book was really interesting. I am actually minoring in psychology so it was fun to read this book and understand the concepts addressed. Leigh was kind of neurotic, but very relateable. I liked actually reading a book about a character closer to my age. Alicia Thompson did an amazing job of creating a vulnerable and relateable title character. I think my favorite part of the book was the psychology terms at the beginning of the chapters. They added some depth and prepared the reader for what was going to happen in the chapter. The book addressed some very touchy subjects, in a manner that worked. I loved the way it turned out, and really enjoyed reading the book.

Recommendation:

Anyone who needs to do a little psychoanalysis on themselves....

AgeL 15 and up

Grade: A

Heartless

Heartless

Sara Shepard

HarperCollins

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I borrowed this book from a friend.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

In picturesque Roaewood, Pennsylvania, neighbors gossip over picket fences, and gleaming SUVs sit in every crushed-granite driveway. But recently, friendly smiles have been replaced with suspicious glares and accusatory whispers—and it's all because Hanna, Aria, Emily, and Spencer just can't keep their mouths shut. . . .

First they claimed they found a dead body in the woods behind Spencer's house, only to have it vanish without a trace. Then when the same woods went up in flames, they swore they saw someone who's supposed to be dead rise from the ashes. And even after all that, the pretty little liars are still playing with fire.

Hanna's trading in her Dior trench for a straitjacket. Aria's trying to contact the dead. Emily's dumped her boyfriend and is skipping town . . . again. And Spencer thinks someone in her family has gotten away with murder.

The friends insist they're telling the truth about what they saw, but all of Rosewood thinks they're simply out for attention—and nobody likes a girl who cries wolf. So when the big bad killer comes after the girls, will anyone believe them . . . or will they be the next to disappear?

My Thoughts:

What can I say about this book, that I haven't already said about the other 6 before it. Of course I loved this book, the series is phenomenal and I don't know how but in each installment Sara Shepard brings something new. I thought I had this book figured out, and then it hit me in the end, and I was completely wrong. I still have my suspicions, and I cannot wait to finish the series next month. Heartless brought new disasters for each of the girls. I liked the controversy in the book, and how the town as started portraying the girls. I think this provided an extra edge to the book. I absolutely love the suspense in the book, I could barely put it down, and if I did it was not for long. Sara Shepard threw in some curveballs that I could not believe. This book was so fun to read because I never knew what was going to happen.

Recommendations:

Now that this is going to be a show I think everyone should read the series.

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Envy

Envy

Robin Wasserman

Simon and Schuster

$9.99 U.S.

FTC: I borrowed this book from the library

Synopsis from Barnes and Noble:

Kane and Harper know what they want:

Beth and Adam.

And they know how to get it:

Break up the shiny happy couple once and for all.

Miranda thinks she knows how to hit on Kane (Mr. Unattainable). But she could take a few pointers from the all-knowing Kaia, who's seducing Mr. Powell, teacher en franÇais. And Reed? Well, he just knows how to have a good time....

Know the feeling?

My Thoughts:

These books are just plain fun. They involve the things that all decent people try to avoid: deceit, affairs, sneaking around, and most of all envy. I was so excited to read this book after I read Lust. It was fun and I liked being able to see the outcome, however I think this will be the final one in the series I read. I enjoy these books, but they lack the intense type of content that keeps me engrossed in other books. Envy was definetley a fun read, but not one that required much thought. The characters were very real, and I applaud Robin Wasserman on that. She had 6 different main characters and all were distinguishable.

My Recommendation: Anyone looking for a little smut

Grade: A-

Age: 15 and up

Extra: This is going to be a two part lifetime movie, I plan on watching this and am very excited to see the characters on screen instead of in my head.

Planet Pregnancy

Planet Pregnancy

Linda Oatman High

Boyds Mills Press

$11.95 U.S.

FTC: I borrowed this book from the library

Synopsis:

Barnes and Noble did not have a synopsis for this book.

My Thoughts:

I thought this was a cute book. It was written in verse so it was a quick read. The main character was likeable you just had to root for her. I think the book addressed teen pregnancy well, and covered a lot of the issues that a pregnant young girl might go through.

Recommendations: All teen girls

Age: 15 and up

Grade: A

My Soul To Save

My Soul To Save

Rachel Vincent

Harlequin Teen

$9.99 U.S.

FTC: I purchased this book.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

When Kaylee Cavanaugh screams, someone dies.

So when teen pop star Eden croaks onstage and Kaylee doesn't wail, she knows something is dead wrong. She can't cry for someone who has no soul.

The last thing Kaylee needs right now is to be skipping school, breaking her dad's ironclad curfew and putting her too-hot-to-be-real boyfriend's loyalty to the test. But starry-eyed teens are trading their souls: a flickering lifetime of fame and fortune in exchange for eternity in the Netherworld—a consequence they can't possibly understand.

Kaylee can't let that happen, even if trying to save their souls means putting her own at risk….

My Thoughts:

Love!!!!Kaylee and Nash are by far one of my favorite book couples ever! I love the chemistry that is present throughout the book. I think Vincent did a good job of following up My Soul to Take. The series is interesting and you just have to keep reading to find out what is going to happen next. I liked the edition of Tod to this book. I think that he added an extra spice to the book, and some extra turns in the plot. I absolutely loved this book, and cannot wait for the rest of the series to come out.

Recommendation: Nash and Kaylee lovers!

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Quote: "What if I was the sexual equivalent of popcorn? Suitable for light snacking only?" ~ Kaylee

I nearly died of laughter when I read that passage!

Betrayals

Betrayals

Lili St. Crow

RazorBill

$9.99 U.S.

FTC: I purchased this book.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

She's no angel . . .

Poor Dru Anderson. Her parents are long gone, her best friend is a werewolf, and she's just learned that the blood flowing through her veins isn't entirely human. (So what else is new?)

Now Dru is stuck at a secret New England Schola for other teens like her, and there's a big problem— she's the only girl in the place. A school full of cute boys wouldn't be so bad, but Dru's killer instinct says that one of them wants her dead. And with all eyes on her, discovering a traitor within the Order could mean a lot more than social suicide. . .

Can Dru survive long enough to find out who has betrayed her trust—and maybe even her heart?

My Thoughts:

I was able to get into Betrayals a lot quicker than Strange Angels. I was enticed by the ever present danger that kept appearing in this book. There was never a dull moment and Dru always had to stay on her toes. Dru is by far one of the strongest female characters out there. She runs with the boys and can sometimes even fight with them. I absolutely love her character for this, she makes for a good female lead. Sometimes, she comes off as a little vulgar with her mouth of her sailor and her necessity to throw up whenever dange is afoot. Sometimes this detracted from the story, but once it was over and the plot began again I was able to get right back into the action. Betrayals left no time for thinking, it went from one event to the next within minutes. I am anxious to see where the next book will take Dru and the boys.

Recommendations: Anyone who wants action in their reading.

Age: 15 and up

Grade: A-

Quote:"I drowned in blackness again. Something inside me felt different, but I couldn't figure out what." ~Dru

L.A. Candy

L.A. Candy

Lauren Conrad

HarperTeen

$17.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I purchased this book.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

Los Angeles is all about the sweet life: hot clubs, cute guys, designer . . . everything. Nineteen-year-old Jane Roberts can't wait to start living it up. She may be in L.A. for an internship, but Jane plans to play as hard as she works, and has enlisted her BFF Scarlett to join in the fun.

When Jane and Scarlett are approached by a producer who wants them to be on his new series, a "reality version of Sex and the City," they can hardly believe their luck. Their own show? Yes, please!

Soon Jane is TV's hottest star. Fame brings more than she ever imagined possible for a girl from Santa Barbara—free designer clothes, the choicest tables at the most exclusive clubs, invites to Hollywood premieres—and she's lapping up the VIP treatment with her eclectic entourage of new pals. But those same friends who are always up for a wild night are also out for a piece of Jane's spotlight.

In a city filled with people chasing after their dreams, it's not long before Jane wakes up to the reality that everyone wants something from her, and nothing is what it seems to be.

My Thoughts:

I was surprised when I read this book. I picked it up to read, because I knew everyone else would be reading it, I did not expect much from it. I think Lauren Conrad did a good job of creating characetrs that were likeable. Jane was my favorite. She started out as just a normal girl, who by good luck and chance was able to make it big. I will not lie the plot was pretty predictable, and it did take me a bit to get into the book, but a few chapters in I was hooked. The last few chapters sold me, and I cannot wait to read the next book. I was amazed at how much I enjoyed this book.

Recommendations:

Anyone looking for a fun read.

Grade: A-

Age: 15 and up

My Soul To Take

My Soul To Take

Rachel Vincent

Harlequin Teen

$9.99 U.S.

FTC: I borrowed this book from a friend who purchased it.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

She doesn't see dead people, but…

She senses when someone near her is about to die. And when that happens, a force beyond her control compels her to scream bloody murder. Literally.

Kaylee just wants to enjoy having caught the attention of the hottest guy in school. But a normal date is hard to come by when Nash seems to know more about her need to scream than she does. And when classmates start dropping dead for no apparent reason, only Kaylee knows who'll be next…

My Thoughts:

It has been awhile since I read this book, and for some reason I kept putting the review off. However, when I read the book I was barely able to put it down. I absolutely loved My Soul to Take. The book was interesting, as well as unique. Kaylee was an average girl, she wasn't super popular, or the hottest girl in school she was normal.... besides the screaming. I loved how everything worked in the book, the plot flowed amazingly. I also had a huge crush on Nash (who I picture looking like Chace Crawford!). He was an amazing character, what more could a girl ask for. This book, had suspense, mystery, romance, and even some adventure.

Recommendations: Anyone looking for a new spin on paranormal.

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Linger

Linger

Maggie Stiefvater

Scholastic Press

Release Date: July 1, 2010

FTC: I am reviewing this book for a friend who receivied it from a publisher. I am not receiving compensation and am providing an honest review.

From the Back of the Book:

Their eyes, human eyes in wolf skulls,

remind me of water: the clear blue of

water reflecting the spring sky, the brown

of a brook churning with rainfall, the

green of the lake in summer as the algae

begins to bloom, the gray of a snow-choked

river. It used to be only Sam's yellow eyes

that watched me from between the rain-

soaked birches, but now I feel the weight

of the entire pack's gaze. The weight of

things known, things unsaid.

My Thoughts:

Wow, I do not even know where to begin. Linger went above and beyond all the expectations I had of it. The dynamic change between Shiver and Linger was palpable. In Linger we delve deeper into the characters of Sam, Grace, and Isabel. We are also introduced to a new character Cole. The addition of Cole to the story creates new drama as well a darker edge. In Linger Grace begins to grow as a character. She finally has Sam and when circumstances threaten to take him away the once obedient Grace is willing to defy all the rules just to be with him. After finding a cure Sam is now permanently a human, and has gotten his wish to stay with Grace always, or so he thinks. In Linger we seem him grow as a musician, but also an individual. I fell in love with Grace and Sam in Shiver and was blown away by the new twists that Maggie was able to bring into their relationship in this book. I loved the way they grew together. I was surprised when I saw tha Isabel would be returning in Linger, but again my expectations were surpassed. She added something to the book, her honestness and leadership made for a great charcter. I loved that her and Grace are friends. The final character, Cole, was my favorite throughout the book. When I first began reading I was unsure of how to feel about him, but he grew on me as I contiued on especially at the end. The characters were so well thought out and created that I was with them each time I turned the page. The book grew as I read it, the story thickened with each chapter. By the end of the book I barely knew what to think. I was blown away. I absolutely loved Linger and cannot wait to see what will happen in the next book. Maggie did an amazing job of following up Shiver. I could not have asked for more.

Recommendations: Everyone! There are so many elements composed in this book, which makes me think it has something for everybody.

Grade: A+ (By far one of the best books I have read!)

Age: 15 and up

Quote: "Surrounded by wolves, I sat on the forest floow as the sun sank in the sky and the shadows of the pines grew, and I wondered how much time I had." ~ Grace

True Crime

True Crime

From the Editors of Seventeen Magazine

Hearst Books

$4.95 U.S.

FTC: I borrowed this book from a friend, who purchased it.

There is no synopsis for this book. It is a grouping of stories that have ran through Seventeen magazine in the past years. I recognized some of the stories that I read. While some of the stories were horrific others were just terrible for words. I liked reading this book, because I find true crime interesting. It is not a book that I would recommend lightly. There are lots of things that many people would much rather not know about.

Grade: A

Hourglass

Hourglass

Claudia Gray

HarperTeen

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

Release Date: March 9th

FTC: I received this book from the author. I agree to provide an honest review and am not receiving compensation.

Synopsis from the back of the book:

After escaping from Evernight Academy, the vampire boarding school, Bianca and Lucas take refuge with Black Cross, a fanatical group of vampire hunters. Bianca must hide her supernatural heritage or risk certain death at their hands. But when Black Cross captures her friend--the vampire Balthazar-- Bianca and Lucas are forced on the run again.

My Thoughts:

Perfection! I did not think Claudia Gray could come up with new adventures after her amazing sequel Stargazer, I was wrong. While I will admit the ending did not turn out the way I personally wanted it to, I was engrossed in the book from page 1. I loved the blossoming of Lucas and Bianca's relationship. There was already a passion present that could only be compared to that of Romeo and Juliet, but it grew even more in this book. I loved that th characters grew in this book. Lucas and Bianca were forced to become more like adults and to take responsibility of their own lives. They became mini adults in this book. I also loved the few characters from Evernight that were reincorporated into this book. This book stood apart from the previous two. The setting has changed from the dark walls of Evernight academy and Bianca was thrust into the real world, as well as the world of Black Cross. There were many surprises in this book, and I could not believe how it ended. I am now eagerly awaiting the final chapter of the Evernight series.

Recommendation:

Anyone who loves Bianca and Lucas.

Age: 15 and up

Grade: A

Quote: "'We are homeless,' Lucas pointed out."

The Vampire Diaries: The Struggle

The Struggle

L.J. Smith

HarperTeen

$9.99 U.S. (Comes in a volume with book # 1)

FTC: I purchased this book

Since I reviewed the first onbe a couple days ago I will skip the synopsis and just provide my review.

My Thoughts:

This book was even more suspensful than the first!!!!Now that I knew what Damon was up I could barely contain all my emotions throughout the book. I like the way L.J Smith chooses to tell her stories, they have a way that flows well, and is very entrancing. I absolutely love all the characters in this series. They are all very personable and even when you hate them you are able to relate with them. L.J. SMith loves Cliff Hanger's and at the end of this book I could barely contain myself. She is able to add a lot of detail to only a few pages, and it does not seem overdone. I cannot wait to start Volume 2! I think the main reason I love this series is ebcause while it does contain a steamy romance it also has action and suspense.

Recommendation:

Anyone wanting to read about a steamy love traingle!

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Quote: "And what was Stefan up yo? She needed him right now, more than anything. Where was he?"

Twenty Boy Summer

Twenty Boy Summer

Sarah Ockler

Little Brown Books for Younger Readers

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I borrowed this book from the library.

Synopsis from Barnes and Noble:

According to her best friend Frankie, twenty days in Zanzibar Bay is the perfect opportunity to have a summer fling, and if they meet one boy every day, there's a pretty good chance Anna will find her first summer romance. Anna lightheartedly agrees to the game, but there's something she hasn't told Frankie -- she's already had that kind of romance, and it was with Frankie's older brother, Matt, just before his tragic death one year ago.

My Thoughts:

I was surprised by this book. I expected it to be your typical girl loses boy book where the girl is not able to move on, but I got much more than I bargained for. I absolutely loved this book. I felt so many emotions as I read each page from love to hate, from happiness to anger, from sorrow to acceptance and many more. This book was beautifully written. I think it was also very inspiring. While I did want more, this book ended in a good place. I felt like Sarah Ockler did a good job of leaving the characters in a good place. I absolutely loved the plot turns near the end, and could never have expected them. I am really glad I chose to read this book. An added bonus was the fact that it was from the library so it had the distinctive book smell, and crinkly cover.

Recommendation:

Anyone looking for a good summer love story.

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Quote: "Like the stars, fasing with the halo of the vanishing moon. Like the ocean, falling and whispering against the shore. Nothing ever really goes away -- it just changes into something else. Something Beautiful." ~Anna

The Naughty List

The Naught List

Suzanne Young

Penguin Group

$9.99 U.S.

Released Date: February 4, 2010

FTC: I borrowed this book from a friend who received it from a publisher, I agree to provide an honest review knowing I will not be compensated.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

As if being a purrfect cheerleader isn't enough responsibility! Tessa Crimson's the sweet and spunky leader of the SOS (Society of Smitten Kittens), a cheer squad–turned–spy society dedicated to bringing dastardly boyfriends to justice, one cheater at a time. Boyfriend-busting wouldn't be so bad . . . except that so far, every suspect on the Naughty List has been proven 100% guilty!
When Tessa's own boyfriend shows up on the List, she turns her sleuthing skills on him. Is Aiden just as naughty as all the rest, or will Tessa's sneaky ways end in catastrophe?
The Naughty List. Is your boyfriend on it?

My Thoughts:

It took me a bit to get into this book, but once I did I loved it. This book was different than anything I have read recently. I loved the main characters, Tessa especially. Her need to always be peppy radiates through the book, and makes it fun for you to read. I love Suzanne's word choice throughout the book. Since Tessa does not approve of language she often uses cute catch phrases like "So strawberyr Smoothie." I think the book provides enough mystery to it, to keep you reading. You find yourself questioning the integrity of some of the characters and wondering what will happen next. I think this book provides a fun new twist to the average cheerleader. I found myself rooting for Aiden and Tessa through book, and hoping among all hope that things would work out. I found this book to be fun and peppy just like Suzanne and I cannot wait for the second one to come out in the Summer.

Recommendations: Everyone should read it!

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Quote: "Toasted Ravioli! I was busted." ~ Tessa

Being Nikki

Being Nikki

Meg Cabot

Scholastic Inc.

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I borrowed this book from my friend who received it from a publisher. I am providing an honest review for no compensation.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

Things aren't pretty for Emerson Watts.
Em was sure there couldn't be anything worse than being a brainiac the body of a teenaged supermodel.
But it turned out she was wrong. Because that supermodel could turn out to have a mother who's gone mysteriously missing, a brother who's shown up on her doorstep demanding answers, a former best friend who's intent on destroying Stark Enterprises to avenge the death of his lost love, and a British heartthrob who's written a song about her that's topping the charts.
How can Em balance all that with school, runway shows, and weekend jaunts to St. Johns - especially when she's got ex-boyfriends crawling out of the woodwork who want more than just a photo op; a sister who is headed to the high school cheerleading championships; a company she represents that seems to be turning to the dark side...
Not to mention trying to convince the love of her life that models aren't really airheads after all...especially one model in particular.
But then, nobody said it was going to be easy being Nikki.

My Thoughts: I had long been awaiting the sequel to Airhead, and the wait was worth it. I loved Being Nikki. Being Nikki had an intriguing plot filled with twists and turns that no one could ever have guessed, including me. I found myself engrossed in the novel wondering what was going to happen and then being completely baffled when something did happen. I think that this novel surpassed its predcessor, with the twists and turns that were written in. We see Em learning to truly become Nikki, but we also see her finding more of herself as well. I love the character of Em. I can relate to her, and I find myself siding with her often. I think that reading this book takes you on a journey, you are able to see into the world of a super model, but also to travel through the changing life of a girl who only wants one boy to notice her. I think that this book was artfuly done, it kept me engaged with every page. I cannot wait for the next one.

Recommenation: Anyone who loves Meg Cabot

Grade: A

Age; 15 and up

Quote: "My eyes ended up looking more haunted than smoky." -Em as Nikki

Because I'm Worth It

Because I'm Worth It

Cecily von Ziegesar

Little Brown Books for Young Readers

$8.99 U.S.

FTC: I purchased this book, it was not sent by a publisher.

Synopsis from the back of the book:

it's February and most cities are a cold, gray wasteland. But not New York. At least, not my New York. Our college applications are in and it's time to blow off some steam. Best of all, Fashion Week is jusr around the corner, giving us plenty of opportunities to get dressed up and go completely wild. And just think: The later you stay out, the quicker the days will blur bu. See you out there!

You know you love me,

gossip girl

My Thoughts:

If you know me you know that I will have loved this book, because well it is Gossip Girl and therefore amazing! I really enjoyed the plot of this book. It had a more edgy vibe as you read, and in true gossip girl fashion it had scandal. That made for a much more interesting twist in certain sections. In this book we see a much more vulnerable side to Blair. I loved getting to view her characters in a different light and it also created some sympathy for her in my mind. We are also able to see the true colors of the Humphrey siblings. I think this book had enough going on to keep my mind from wandering. I loved the changes that the characetrs experienced. Face it a book with adultery, cheating, fashion shows, and love in rehab is always good.

Recommendations: Anyone who wants a good juicy read.

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Quote: She might have loved him, but she was having a kick-ass time without him.

TTFN

TTFN

Lauren Myracle

Harry N. Abrams Inc.

$6.95 U.S.

FTC: I borrowed this book from my friend, she did not receive it from a publisher.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

Told entirely in instant messages, this sequel to the hugely popular ttyl follows Maddie, Zoe, and Angela through the new flirtations, fixations, and frustrations of eleventh grade. Angela has just found out that her family is moving to El Cerrito, California, and she seriously doesn't know how she'll survive without her best friends. Maddie makes some really bad moves with Clive, a pot-smoking hipster who wants to be "friends with benefits." And Zoe finds herself falling for Doug, the sweet poet who has had a crush on Angela forever - a crush that Angela has come to count on.

My Thoughts:

Awesome!!! This book was fun. Lauren Myracle does an amazing job of capturing the essence of the teen life. This book was a fun quick read that I could barely put down. Since the first book the girls have grown as individuals and this book shows that. I liked that the girls experienced more in depth issues in this book, and that we were able to see that they grew up. I found the plot to be intriguing as well as realistic. I think that the topics adressed were realistic to all teenagers. I enjoy the way that the girl react with eachother and even though they argue end up friends in the end. I loved this book.

Recommendation: High school girls

Grade: A+

Age: 15 and up

Quote: "1 said 'sticks and stones will break my bones, but whips and chanis excite me,' and another said 'i'd rather be spanjed.' also included were 'ass pirate,' 'i heart llamas,' and, my personal fave, 'jesus loves you, but i'm his favorite.'" ~Zoe to Angela