Matched

by Ally Condie (local author)

What a great story!! Reminded me of The Giver (Lowry) and Hunger Games (Collins) with it's own uniqueness. I couldn't put it down. Definitely a must-read!!

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My Double Life

by Janette Ralliston

Crazy how the world comes together.  Lexi just wants to finish high school, go to college, and live a great life.  She wants to provide for her Abuela and mother, too.  Then her life takes a twist...fame, money, and the whirlwind that comes with it.  Does she lose herself in the chaos?  Great book for young adults and adults, alike.  I little predictable, but still a fun read.

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Please Ignore Vera Dietz

by A.S. King

What a great book!  The death of a friend can be traumatic.  Vera just wants him back and life to go on as normal.  See how she copes and faces challenges in dealing with death.  Great story!!

****

A Vintage Affair

by Isabel Wolff

Great story written for young adults. One semi-graphic paragraph; only minor language for the most part. Pheobe Swift is dealing with...life...career, friends, family...life. This is her tale and how she copes (and doesn't). A great feel-good story that will put a smile on your face.

****

The Book of Spies

by Gayle Lynds

Great story of intrigue, manipulation, blackmail, and other awesome spy stuff! I really like this book - lots of shooting, but nothing graphic. Adult book, but mostly for actual explicit language and storyline rather than other "grown-up" details.

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The Servants' Quarters

by Lynn Freed

One word: boring. I kept waiting, each chapter, for the story to peak and climax; then it was over. Not really an interesting topic - British family in So Africa (?) in early 20th century (?). It wasn't very clear. I don't recommend it...it was just drab.

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