Tag Archives: death

Sarah’s Key: put it on reserve, now!

Posted on May 11, 2011 by talkingwords

Sarah’s Key, by Tatiana de Rosnay is not a YA book, but since I heard so much about it I had to read it. I’m so glad I did. I could not put this down. This book is pure story. It’s … Continue reading →

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Unwound: Kind of like tough love but totally sicko. Awesome.

Posted on April 24, 2011 by talkingwords

Here’s another dystopian novel. And it’s excellent – a completely engrossing read. Unwind, by Neal Shusterman, is told from three points of view; Connor,Riesa, and Lev, which I initially found disappointing. I never enjoy the jarring transition from occupying one … Continue reading →

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Jellicoe Road: an Australian journey

Posted on April 12, 2011 by talkingwords

I had to check out On the Jellicoe Road by Malina Marchetta because of the rave reviews I was catching on the internet. It also didn’t hurt that it won the most prestigious award for young adult literature – the Michael … Continue reading →

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A Middle Grade classic: Walk Two Moons

Posted on January 24, 2011 by talkingwords

This Newbery medal winning book, by Sharon Creech was published back in 1994. It is narrated by thirteen-year-old Salamanca (Sal) Tree Hiddle who has recently – and reluctantly – moved from Bybanks, Kentucky to Euclid, Ohio where her father has a … Continue reading →

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Before I Fall

Posted on August 16, 2010 by talkingwords

I decided to read Before I Fall, by Lauren Oliver, because it seemed to be getting some buzz. It’s a first novel and it’s obvious that this is an author to watch. I found her writing consistently sharp and witty … Continue reading →

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