YA Summer Finds
Not only do I write
YA novels but I love to read the books too. I call it research.
So yes, I end up immersing myself in the YA market by not only reading
books but watching TV programs. I
thought I’d share some finds I’ve found so far this summer.
TV Shows
NINE LIVES OF CHLOE
KING
Loving this fantasy
of a girl who finds out after she is killed that she isn’t human after
all. Problem is there’s others
that want her to stay dead permanently.
If that’s not bad enough she finds she can never kiss a human or they
die. She’s assigned protectors who
look after her, including the arrogant cutie that falls for her. But the one guy she really wants just
happens to have his own secret.
Chloe is adorable and very likeable. A must watch series.
TEEN WOLF
This series is
nothing like the 80s movie with Michael Fox. This teen is bitten by an Alpha wolf which turns him into a
werewolf. He’s crushing on the new
girl at his school but any intense emotions turn him into a werewolf. Not a
good combo. The new girl’s family has a secret that just happens to include
being werewolf slayers. Last
week’s episode had me on the edge of my seat!
THE LYING GAME
Want to check out this
series which is by the author who also wrote PRETTY LITTLE LIARS. A girl finds out she has a twin who
wants to switch places with her.
Then all heck breaks loose.
Books
SOLSTICE
Think dystopia meets
the Greek Underworld. I can’t say
enough great things about this book that has two hotties that sizzle on the
page. Both are gorgeous and trying to get the attention of Piper. Don’t you
wish you had that problem? Loved
this book and what’s great about this is it’s an ebook and available for $2.99!
ULTRAVIOLET
This story combines
a girl with a sensory issue with a paranormal/Sci-Fi element which works. I love the rich details that bring
Alison’s world to life.
LUMINOUS
Someone suggested I
read this book. I love the Latina
protagonist who’s strong and confident even after she sheds her skin. This is a surreal fantasy with
beautifully written passages. A
must read.
And if you love
paranormals with a twist check out my own book: CROSSED OUT
It’s now available
at Fictionwise:
http://www.fictionwise.com/ebooks/b124691/Crossed-Out/Kim-Baccellia/?si=0
Anyone else know of
any other YA finds from this summer?
I don't know of any finds I've made, but your suggestions all look great! I'm afraid I've been a bit too busy with my head in the sand this summer. Not to mention there (sadly) aren't any bookstores where I'm currently living, not without a $3K flight. :(
ReplyDeleteOh, bummer on the bookstore thing. I'm kind of sad too because my local bookstore just happens to be Borders that's going out of business. Another great place to try is Netgalley if ebooks are ok for you.
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