Timepiece by Myra McEntire

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Timepiece (Hourglass #2) by Myra McEntire
Published by Egmont USA
Published in June 2012

This is an amazing sequel to the first book, Hourglass. I completely loved the entire book from beginning to end, because the book was very well written, all the puzzle pieces fall into place, and the writing style of Myra McEntire is very elaborate and complex. What I absolutely loved about this book, it the concept that it is written from the perspective from a secondary character in the first book, Kaleb, and how his whole life also revolves around the whole hourglass problem. I enjoyed reading more this book than the first, so if you read the first book and liked it, you are absolutely going to enjoy reading this one. I really recommend people to read the first book, and continue on with the series. 

 Review by Karen G.

Venom by Fiona Paul

Venom by Fiona Paul

Published by Philomel Books (Penguin Young Readers)
Published in October 2012

Venom was a fantastic book from beginning to end. Venom takes place in the city of Venice, Italy. The book contains a murder mystery in historical Venice, romance, danger, historical background, and awesome characters. I really enjoyed reading the book, because the story always completely took different paths from what I thought, and the ending was completely unexpected. This book was a really good page turner, and although the book is long, it will keep you intrigued from beginning to end. I really recommend this book to everyone who enjoys mysteries with historical background. I can't wait for the next book in the series.     

Review by Karen G. 

Nevermore: The Final Maximum Ride Adventure by James Patterson

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Nevermore: The Final Maximum Ride Adventure by James Patterson
Published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published in August 2012

I really enjoyed reading this book, because there was a lot of romance, loyalty, betrayal and butt-kicking fights. I also enjoyed this book a lot, because I got to get to know the characters in more depth, and this book was very descriptive with feelings, which made me understand these characters more than any of the other books in these series. I absolutely loved the book, and I think that this book was a very nice ending to the Maximum Ride series. Although I was a little disappointing that they didn't really get to save the world.... or that you are never told if they ever did, because the series was based on her saving the planet and the human population, and towards the end, they seem to be the only survivors.

Review by Karen G.

Thirst by Christopher Pike

Where do I start? Christopher Pike writes about a mystical, outrageous, and fantastic world in his book, Thirst! This book has kept me reading it every day and nonstop until my eyes get worn out from too much reading. Thirst has three books in it, which is the reason it's very large. Thirst includes in it, The Last Vampire, Black Blood, and Red Dice. Each book made me fall in love with the characters as well as the author, more and more! Thirst may be a spectacular book, but there are 3 more waiting for me to explore.

Alisa Perne may look 18 years old, but she really knows her true age! She's been to Ancient Rome, Egypt, mostly anywhere in the world. Her true age, she would probably kill me for telling, is 5,000 years old. I was wondering how on Earth is that possible, but truly think about it. Wanting to kill me, by drinking all my blood! Really answers to -- VAMPIRE! Alisa Perne, the 5,000 year old bloodsucking MONSTER!

Alisa's secret has been discovered, now she's on the hunt to find who's sending men after men to capture her and "experiment" on her. Of course, from dangerous, out of the world adventure always comes...Romance! Alisa, the dangerous, is she "that" dangerous to survive?

I'm only going to recommend this book to VAMPIRE LOVERS, obviously obsessed readers, and also people who want to discover Pike's crazy and mystical world. If those qualities fit you, pick up the book and join Alisa in her adventure of life or death!

Review by Travis L.

Hourglass by Myra McEntire

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Hourglass by Myra McEntire
Published by EgmontUSA
Published June 2011

I was very intrigued by this book because it keep me interested and on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. This book contained mystery, supernatural powers, and a twisting plot with a very unexpected ending. This is the best time traveling book I've read, and it was definitely one of the best page turner books I've ever read. I loved the book, and I would encourage people who like supernatural, time traveling, mysteries, romance and unexpected endings to consider reading this amazing book.

Review by Karen G. 

Wake, by Lisa McMann

Wake by Lisa McMann

This fantasy novel follows the life of Janie Hannagann who involuntarily gets sucked into the dreams of other people around her. She suffers through her ability and is unable to control her body when she is pulled into the wild dreams of strangers and her close friends. Janie has to fight her visions on her own due to her fear that people will judge her or think she’s crazy if they found out what she can do. Then she meets Cabel, the only person she trusts to reveal her ability to. However, Cabel’s dreams prove to be more dark and mysterious than Janie can handle. Throughout the story Janie struggles to control her ability and to understand why she was blessed or maybe cursed with it in the first place. This is a great read for anyone interested in unique abilities and the power that dreams can hold over us.

-Julia, 18

Restoring Harmony by Joelle Anthony

Restoring Harmony by Joelle Anthony

This story follows the main character, Molly McClure, as she is sent by her family on a mission to find her grandparents who they have lost contact with. This story takes places in a post apocalyptic world where food is scarce and most people are left with no money and no place to live. Living on an isolated farm in Canada, Molly knows little of the danger of the outside world but when she ventures from her safe home she sees the reality and the conditions of the world. Throughout the story Molly meets a suspicious character called Spill, who helps her in her mission but has questionable motives. This story is an enthralling tale of a girl who perseveres through her hardships to connect her family once again while battling the evils of the world that is crumbling around her. This 306 page novel is a great read for anyone who loves stories about adventure and the obstacles placed upon people by the outside world.  -Julia, 18