Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 06/04/2013
ISBN-13: 9780547959108
ISBN-10: 0547959109

Science Fiction. When Cia is selected for the Testing, she's excited by the chance to compete for a coveted spot at the elite University. But a warning from her father to "trust no one" leaves her unsettled -- especially since it turns out to be vital advice. As the trials of the Testing become increasingly twisted and brutal, Cia is forced to reevaluate who she is, what she believes, and what she's willing to do to survive. With a strong, believably flawed heroine and an intriguing dystopian setting, this fast-moving, paranoia-drenched series starter is sure to be a hit with fans of the Divergent and Hunger Games trilogies.

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Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 05/28/2013
ISBN-13: 9780545509893
ISBN-10: 0545509890

Fiction. Rafe has been out since he was 14, and though he's got supportive parents and friends, he's tired of always being the token gay kid. So when he starts 11th grade at a new school, he sees his chance for a "label-free life" and simply lets his classmates assume he's straight. At first Rafe is relieved to just blend in, play sports, and make friends with the other jocks…until he starts falling for smart, sensitive (and straight) teammate Ben. While the story focuses on the messy drama caused by dishonesty, the complex characters and poignant emotions ring true in this "exceptionally intelligent, thought-provoking coming-of-age novel" (Booklist).

Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 05/28/2013
ISBN-13: 9780373210633
ISBN-10: 0373210639

Romance. "Fairy-tales happen, just not to me. Time to tell the prince he rescued the wrong girl." Tough, tattooed skater girl Beth is sure that perfect baseball star Ryan won't stay interested in her once he understands just how messed up she is. After all, she wouldn't even have moved to Ryan's town if she hadn't gotten into trouble for protecting her drug-addicted mom. But as their secret relationship gets more serious -- and more steamy -- Beth starts to realize that she and Ryan might be more alike than she suspected. If you like gritty, emotionally intense reads, you'll fall for this gripping love story.

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Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 06/25/2013
ISBN-13: 9780373210718
ISBN-10: 037321071X

Paranormal Mystery. After moving from New York to Shizuoka, Japan, 16-year-old Katie meets Tomohiro, a brooding senior with a nasty reputation -- and the incredible ability to make his drawings come to life. Tomo's mysterious power turns dangerous when Katie is around, however, and soon their already risky attraction is complicated by forces both human (the Japanese mafia) and supernatural (the Kami, ancient Shinto gods). The high-intensity turmoil of Katie and Tomo's relationship will appeal to fans of shojo manga or paranormal romance, and the imaginative, suspenseful story will leave readers desperate for the next book in this new series.

Publisher: Little, Brown
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 06/11/2013
ISBN-13: 9780316199681
ISBN-10: 0316199680

Thriller. His name is always changing. He can't remember his past. Trained by the mysterious Program to be an undercover assassin, all he cares about is the mission. For this particular mission, his name is Ben, and his target is the mayor of New York. But when Ben meets the mayor's gorgeous daughter Sam, he suddenly finds himself questioning the Program and his own identity. The tension amps up at lightning speed in this high-octane page-turner bursting with thrilling action and awesome spy technology. If you like the Jason Bourne movies or Alex Rider books, you should definitely pick up Boy Nobody, but be prepared -- it's only the 1st in a planned series.

Publisher: Walker & Company
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 02/14/2012
ISBN-13: 9780802723468
ISBN-10: 0802723462

Adventure. What if one of Robin Hood's Merry Men was actually a girl? Scarlet answers that question with the story of "Will" Scarlet, a female thief hiding among Robin's band of outlaws. Fast, fearless, and deadly with a knife, Scarlet hides her anguished past -- including how she got the scar on her cheek -- until the wicked Guy of Gisbourne arrives, bringing with him the threat of exposure. With "plenty of swashbuckling adventure and a hearty dose of romance" (School Library Journal), Scarlet is a captivating and action-packed twist on a classic. For another creative take on the Robin Hood legend, check out Outlaw by Tony Lee.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 08/23/2011
ISBN-13: 9781442403154
ISBN-10: 1442403152

Historical Fiction. "With a delicious mix of science, history, and horror" (Publishers Weekly), This Dark Endeavor reinvents Victor Frankenstein as an arrogant, volatile 16-year-old who is intensely jealous and yet quite protective of his twin brother, Konrad. When Konrad falls gravely ill, Victor searches the family's secret library for a cure, finds a description of the forbidden Elixir of Life in an ancient text, and embarks on a dangerous quest to obtain its ingredients. Primarily Gothic in tone but injected with fiery action scenes and splashes of gore, this riveting tale of brotherly love is a good pick for fans of Rick Yancey's Monstrumologist series.

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Publisher: Balzer + Bray
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 06/12/2012
ISBN-13: 9780062006141
ISBN-10: 0062006142

Science Fiction. From Seth Grahame-Smith's Pride, Prejudice, and Zombies to The Lizzie Bennet Diaries on YouTube, Jane Austen adaptations are popular, but For Darkness Shows the Stars offers a unique, dystopian spin on Austen's Persuasion. Years ago, Elliot refused to run away with her sweetheart, Kai, because she was the daughter of a Luddite lord and he was the son of a Reduced lower-class laborer. Now Kai is back and they've both changed -- but have they changed enough for a second chance? Set in a post-apocalyptic world of genetic engineering gone wrong, this futuristic tale will please fans of Lauren DeStefano's Chemical Garden trilogy.

Publisher: Quirk Books
Check Library Catalog Pub Date: 06/08/2010
ISBN-13: 9781594744600
ISBN-10: 1594744602

Science Fiction. If you've ever felt intimidated by a long, confusing Russian novel, this steampunk reimagining of Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina might be just the thing to keep you turning pages. Sure, it's still the story of Anna and Count Vronsky's doomed, illicit love affair -- but in this version, they've also got to deal with scientific terrorism, alien invasion, battle-bots, emotion bombs, and menacing machines galore. If you like intricate, well-developed stories mixed with outlandish action, don't miss this inventive, irreverent reboot. For another robotic retelling of a well-known story, try Cinder by Marissa Meyer.

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