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Reading Fine in 2009 (part 3)
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The Immortals: EvermoreThe Immortals: Evermore by Alyson Noel
Buy used from: $6.48
A wonderful paranormal romance that I plan on recommending to anyone who was a fan of Twilight. It's a solid story with interesting characters. Read this one asap!
The Stranger (Everyman's Library)The Stranger (Everyman's Library) by Albert Camus
Buy new: $12.24 / Used from: $8.99
I really enjoyed this classic more than I expected to. It's an interesting story - though a little disturbing. I'd recommend it to anyone looking to read more classics.
Death by Latte (Death By...)Death by Latte (Death By...) by Linda Gerber
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.48
I'm absolutely in love with this series - a perfect teen mystery. It fills a gap that is so lacking, and it does it perfectly! I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who loves mystery. It's great!
Blood Promise (Vampire Academy, Book 4)Blood Promise (Vampire Academy, Book 4) by Richelle Mead
Buy new: $9.93 / Used from: $8.13
This is another amazing book in the Vampire Academy series. There was a little drag in the middle, but otherwise I loved it. Definitely recommended and required reading :).
Alphas #1Alphas #1 by Lisi Harrison
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $3.99
I was really surprised by how much I liked this book. It's really creative and humorous. I absolutely recommend it to those who like chick lit.
Fade to BlueFade to Blue by Sean Beaudoin
Buy new: $12.74 / Used from: $3.24
This book pretty well knocked me on my butt. I was expecting one kind of story and got a totally different one. It was highly interesting, but I'm not sure I really followed what was happening. I'd recommend it anyone looking for something really different.
Carpe Corpus (Morganville Vampires, Book 6)Carpe Corpus (Morganville Vampires, Book 6) by Rachel Caine
Buy new: $6.99 / Used from: $2.81
This was another great installment of the Morganville Vampires series. This one was great and I was glad to see there was no cliffhanger - though more books are coming. I appreciate that. And I'd definitely recommend the series to those who love the vampire/romance stuff.
L.A. CandyL.A. Candy by Lauren Conrad
Buy new: $12.23 / Used from: $6.00
I was definitely worried this book would be terrible, but I was surprised at how well the story flows. It's just like watching The Hills, but it's not a bad book.
Zombie Queen of Newbury HighZombie Queen of Newbury High by Amanda Ashby
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $2.30
This is the perfect book to help bring in the zombie popularity. Vamps, it's been nice, but move over for the zombies :). It's a very funny story and a great book. Read it!
Stargazer (Evernight, Book 2)Stargazer (Evernight, Book 2) by Claudia Gray
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $6.98
It took me a little while to get into it, but I loved the story as much (if not more) than the first book. A great vampire read.
serafina67 *urgently requires life*serafina67 *urgently requires life* by Susie Day
Buy new: $13.25 / Used from: $0.01
I love books written in blog, text, IM format! This is another great one that I definitely recommend. It's a lot of fun and I think lots of girls are going to love it.
Weregirls: Birth of the PackWeregirls: Birth of the Pack by Petru Popescu
Buy new: $9.95 / Used from: $0.49
This story was very interesting and original, but the execution was choppy and hard to read. I don't know that I will be recommending it.
Death by Denim (Death By...)Death by Denim (Death By...) by Linda Gerber
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $3.99
This series is wonderful and I really hope it's not over! I highly recommend it to anyone who loves YA Fic - and even has a mild interest in Mysteries. It's great!
Another FaustAnother Faust by Daniel and Dina Nayeri
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $7.95
This was a very interesting, modern day retelling of the original Faust story. It was a little choppy - trying to figure out who was who... but it was a cool idea and I'd recommend it to any older teen.
The Van Alen Legacy (Blue Bloods, Book 4)The Van Alen Legacy (Blue Bloods, Book 4) by Melissa De La Cruz
Buy new: $9.93 / Used from: $6.99
Another great Blue Bloods novel! The characters are much more fleshed out in this book and I truly appreciate that. I'd recommend this series to pretty much anyone. Can't wait for the next one!
Must Love BlackMust Love Black by Kelly McClymer
Buy new: $8.99 / Used from: $1.86
This was a wonderful, funny, quick story that was the perfect release from the series fic that I've been doing lately. The book is a lot of fun and I recommend it to anyone looking for something light - a great book!
The Reformed Vampire Support GroupThe Reformed Vampire Support Group by Catherine Jinks
Buy new: $12.24 / Used from: $3.59
This book was such a fun take on the whole vampire scene. I am a fan of the more dark and dreary, but this was a great break in the same-ole. Fun and well-told - I recommend it to anyone looking for a break in the norm.
Me, My Elf  &  IMe, My Elf & I by Heather Swain
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $0.49
It's a very cute, innocent story... with a few holes, sure... but it's fun and clever. I'd recommend it to any younger YA readers.
Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark SideJessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side by Beth Fantaskey
Buy new: $11.56 / Used from: $6.39
This was another interesting and cool vampire romance. I'd recommend it to anyone into the whole paranormal/human romance thingy :).
Kith (The Good Neighbors)Kith (The Good Neighbors) by Holly Black
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $8.28
This is another great graphic by Holly Black - such an awesome dark faerie story. Read it!
Crashed (Skinned, Book 2)Crashed (Skinned, Book 2) by Robin Wasserman
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $9.66
This is a great second book in the Skinned series - no second book slump here. It's a very interesting and amazing story. Totally read it if you love sci fi!
Tempted (House of Night Novels)Tempted (House of Night Novels) by P. C. Cast
Buy new: $10.52 / Used from: $5.98
This series just gets better and better! There is a HUGE cliffhanger on this one, but I look forward to seeing where the story goes. If you haven't started this series, I suggest you do it today! It's been totally worth it and I've been with it from the beginning. Go read now!
The Cupcake QueenThe Cupcake Queen by Heather Hepler
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $9.79
This book seriously made me hungry. But it's a light, fun, and clever story that almost makes you want to move to a small town. Recommended for anyone reading YA Lit - especially the younger reader.
Hush, HushHush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
Buy new: $10.52 / Used from: $9.00
I was surprised at how much I loved this story - It captured me for a few days and didn't let go. It's a very dark and mysterious story, but never fear... there will be a sequel! :). I'd recommend it to the older crowd in teen fiction.
VampsVamps by Nancy A. Collins
Buy new: $8.99 / Used from: $2.30
This book was a bit less than I was expecting. The characters are a more vapid and ridiculous without the storyline to back it up. It's not all bad, but I'm not sure I'll be looking for the next one. I do wish I had liked it more, though.
Going BovineGoing Bovine by Libba Bray
Buy new: $12.23 / Used from: $9.24
This is another wonderful book by Libba Bray that I recommend to just about anyone. Especially adults getting into YA lit. The book is a story of reality and adventures and finding out who you really are.
Never Bite a Boy on the First DateNever Bite a Boy on the First Date by Tamara Summers
Buy new: $5.99 / Used from: $3.04
This is a wonderful mystery that mixes humor, fantasy, and a bit of romance. It's great fun and I'd recommend it to anyone. Read it now!
Splendor: A Luxe Novel (The Luxe)Splendor: A Luxe Novel (The Luxe) by Anna Godbersen
Buy new: $12.23 / Used from: $10.40
I'm a huge fan of this series - but I'm not a fan of this being the last book in it. It's a wonderful historical fiction series written so accessibly, you almost don't even realize it. I'd recommend it to literally anyone - even though not everyone loves historical stuff. Try it!
I Love You, Beth Cooper MTII Love You, Beth Cooper MTI by Larry Doyle
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $0.87
This book was laugh out loud hilarious! I'd definitely recommend it - especially to older teens about to graduate high school. It's a wonderful story that took me back to my own graduation night. Recommended!
MeridianMeridian by Amber Kizer
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $10.19
I absolutely adored this book! The topic, characters, etc were all so original and just pulled me into the story. Well written and everyone should read it. I'm pretty pumped that there's going to be a sequel. Read this one ASAP!
Fade Out (Morganville Vampires, Book 7)Fade Out (Morganville Vampires, Book 7) by Rachel Caine
Buy new: $6.99 / Used from: $1.49
I've loved this series from the beginning - and it continues to grow. This one was interesting because it took a little bit of a new twist, but I really welcomed that. It's nice to see a new villain! I very much recommend this series.
MaliceMalice by Chris Wooding
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $6.52
This book was amazing. I've loved Wooding's books in the past, and this one is another winner. It's got great use of graphics as well. I can't wait for the next book to come out! Definitely recommend this one!
The First Escape (The Dopple Ganger Chronicles)The First Escape (The Dopple Ganger Chronicles) by G. P. Taylor
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $5.95
I loved this book! The "illustronovella" term was perfect for this type of story. I was impressed how that was done and really appreciated the looks into the world created by this author. Perfect for the middle graders looking for adventure/mystery/graphic novels!
Radiant DarknessRadiant Darkness by Emily Whitman
Buy new: $11.55 / Used from: $5.15
I have never read a retold mythology story - and this one was perfect! I couldn't have asked for more. The writing is rich and interesting... and I think anyone would enjoy this book.