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All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven
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Two unlikely friends bond over an attempt at suicide, a class project, and a need to heal and protect one another. -
A Perfectly Messed-Up Story by Patrick McDonnell
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Expect the unexpected in this story! You never know what you might find inside a book. -
Aleutian Sparrow by Karen Hesse
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Through perseverance against cruel injustice, a beautiful race triumphs in survival. -
Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys
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The story flowed easily and never lost my interest. I loved all the different points of view! -
The Raven King by Maggie Stiefvater
Crystal says:
I listened to the audiobook and was instantly drawn back into the world of Stiefvater’s Raven Cycle, thanks to her brilliant use of description and her enigmatic characters. This book perfectly completes the story that began in the first book and kept my interest from start to finish.Stephanie S. says:
A good storyteller effortlessly compels you to experience the spectrum of emotion; I laughed, I cried, etc. This is true of Stiefvater, and especially true in The Raven King. The book grips you from the first sentence and doesn’t let you go. You will be on the edge of your seat until the end, and what an ending it will be.View in catalog | Get e-book | Get e-audiobook
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Burn Baby Burn by Meg Medina
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Well-developed, authentic characters and a unique setting make Burn Baby Burn one of my most memorable reads of 2016. The juxtaposition of the fear that permeated New York City during the Summer of Sam with Nora’s own troubled home life creates a sense of edgy urgency that pulled me into the story completely. -
The Fireman by Joe Hill
Beth says:
Fans of Stephen King may already know that Joe Hill is his son, and you will see many nods to King’s works in this riveting book. Hill’s work is getting progressively better—from Heart-Shaped Box, Horns, and NOS4A2, Hill seems to have found his niche and takes you on a ride you never want to end. The Fireman is a terrific read, with characters I cared about within the first 50 pages. Every time I put it down, I was burning to pick it up again to keep reading. The best book I read all year!Heather says:
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This book swept me off my feet, and I haven’t stopped thinking about it since. A gloriously wild nightmare that careened me breathless and amazed into a satisfying conclusion. -
When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
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Paul Kalanithi always wanted to be a writer; instead, he followed in his father’s footsteps and became a doctor. I am sure many lives were saved by Kalaithi’s hands, but I mourn the loss of the writer. When simultaneously faced with death and new life, Kalanithi struggles with the one question we all struggle to answer; why are we here? And in my opinion, he answers it. Full of hope, full of wonder, Kalanitih will help you look at your world through a different perspective. A highly enjoyable read! -
The Abundance by Annie Dillard
Tracy says: Annie Dillard can always be counted on for an offbeat perspective on seemingly everyday occurrences, and her way of observing the natural world is nothing short of inspiring. She’s not for everyone, but her writing always leaves me in awe.
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The Wrath and the Dawn by Renee Ahdieh
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Uniquely crafted retelling of 1001 Arabian Nights. Vivid and consuming with complex characters and an intriguing plot.