by Jennifer 8 Lee
The adventures in this book span the globe, and consistently return to finding the source of not only the fortune cookie shape, but also the fortunes written inside. It is entertaining and fascinating for those interested in Chinese immigration to the U.S and Chinese culture.
June 12th, 2009
by Michael Scott
An ancient book is lost and the modern world could be torn at the seams. Twins Sophie and Josh Newman are swept up in a quest to protect the secret of eternal life when they meet Nicholas Flamel, the 700-year-old discoverer of the magic formula.
June 12th, 2009
by Lloyd Jones
This amazing story is set on a lonely island with only one white person whose uniqueness and love for English literature leads him to be the teacher for a class of children when the other teachers have fled the island during a civil war.
June 8th, 2009
by Hannah Tinti
Ren, an orphan missing his left hand, is released to an unscrupulous young man who claims to be his brother. Joined by an unforgettable cast, they embark on a harrowing, fantastical tale through the bowels of colonial New England. Spell-binding!
February 27th, 2009
by Mary Pearson
After the accident, Jenna doesn’t remember much. Childhood videos and family memories only confuse her. What happened in the accident? What are her parents hiding? Who is Jenna Fox? A tale of suspense, relationships, and self-discovery set in the not-so-distant future.
February 27th, 2009
by Cory Doctorow
In the near future, the worst terrorist attack since 9/11 turns the United States into a technological police state in the name of security. Wrongfully suspected of helping the terrorists, hacker Marcus vows to bring down the entire system.
February 27th, 2009
by Terry Pratchett
After a tidal wave destroys his island village, Mau and another survivor, an English girl, have to figure out how to take care of themselves and the other refugees, fight cannibals, and deal with different ideas of civilization and religion.
February 27th, 2009
by Cormac McCarthy
A father and son travel the lone road in this gripping and stark post-apocalyptic tale.
February 10th, 2009
by Kirsten Miller
Remarkable, mysterious Kiki recruits a gang of renegade Girl Scouts to explore a forgotten city beneath Manhattan. Is she merely out for adventure, or does she have a bigger plan?
January 23rd, 2009
by Susan Cooper
After discovering a small piece of a flag tucked in a book, Molly finds herself haunted by Sam, a young sailor who was forced to serve on the HMS Victory in 1803 under Admiral Nelson.
January 23rd, 2009
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