TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

VIRTUOSITY

by Jessica Martinez

Former child violin prodigy Martinez brings this overwrought world to tense, quivering life and guides readers through it... Full review >

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BEAUTY QUEENS

by Libba Bray

The humor is both dark and madcap, including footnote asides and commercial scripts that keep the laughs coming. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

TILT

by Alan Cumyn

The comedy and drama are both mild, but the two eminently likable teens at the center of it look capable of keeping heads... Full review >

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BETWEEN SHADES OF GRAY

by Ruta Sepetys

Sepetys’ flowing prose gently carries readers through the crushing tragedy of this tale that needs telling. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

BOOTLEG

by Karen Blumenthal

An informative, insightful account of a fascinating period of American history. Full review >

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