The Sea of Monsters
by Rick Riordan
In this sequel to The Lightning Thief, Percy and Annabelle, half-human children of Greek gods, run away from Camp Halfblood to rescue their friend Grover.
January 22nd, 2009
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Skybreaker
by Kenneth Oppel
In the sequel to Airborn, Matt Cruise has graduated from cabin boy to Paris Airship Academy, but his eyes are still set on adventure. When the captain of Matt’s training ship, the Hyperion, decides to go after a legendary flying ghost ship, Matt risks everything in the pursuit, including his love, Kate de Vries.
January 22nd, 2009
Caddy Ever After
by Hilary McKay
In this continuation of the saga of the dysfunctional, endearing Casson family, which began with Saffy’s Angel, different family members’ stories intertwine. Having dumped darling Michael, Caddy is swept away by Alex.
January 13th, 2009
The King of Attolia
by Meg Whalen Turner
After stealing and marrying the Queen of Attolia, Eugenides must convince the kingdom that he is worthy of the title. This follow-up to The Thief and The Queen of Attolia continues the political intrigue and espionage as it explores the complex romantic relationship of the monarchs.
January 13th, 2009
Spirit Walker
by Michelle Paver
In the second book of the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, 12-year-old Torak embarks on a journey to find a cure for the serious illness that threatens the clans of the Forest.
January 13th, 2009
The Ruins of Gorlan
by John Flanagan
After being rejected by Battleschool, and with no other options, 15-year-old Will is taken in by the mysterious and reclusive Ranger Halt to train as his apprentice. Here he learns that there is more to protecting the kingdom than brawn and swordsmanship. This is the first book in the Ranger’s Apprentice series.
January 13th, 2009
Revenge of the Witch
by Joseph Delaney
In this first book in The Last Apprentice series, Tom, the 7th son of a 7th son, is sent to apprentice with the Spook, who rids the county of ghosts, ghasts, boggarts, and witches.
January 13th, 2009
Down the Rabbit Hole: An Echo Falls Mystery
by Peter Abrahams
When one of Echo Falls’ most eccentric residents is found murdered, 13-year-old Ingrid must find the murderer while also trying to balance school, her parents, playing soccer, and rehearsing her part as the lead in the town’s production of Alice in Wonderland.
January 11th, 2009
Dreamhunter
by Elizabeth Knox
In a turn-of-the-century society, dreamhunters are highly valued for their ability to enter “the Place,” harvest a dream, then sell it to customers. 15-year-old cousins Rose and Laura prepare to be tested to see if they have this gift, while they also try to solve the disappearance of Laura’s father, the first dreamhunter.
January 9th, 2009
