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Best YA Novels of February!

Submitted by lpeugh on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 11:32am

 

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Dead to You (Hardcover)

By Lisa McMann
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9781442403888
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Published: Simon Pulse, 2/2012
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A heartbreaking and suspenseful story - classic Lisa McMann!

Pure (Hardcover)

By Julianna Baggott
$25.99
ISBN-13: 9781455503063
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Published: Grand Central Publishing, 2/2012
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I can say, without a doubt, that Pure is one of the best books I've read this year - and I read a lot of books! A gritty, dystopian tale of the world after a nuclear holocaust, this first part of the "Pure" trilogy has something for everyone: mystery and intrigue, violence, romance, and rumblings of a sinister conspiracy. This unsettling but beautiful book is sure to be a huge crossover hit - it's sophisticated enough to appeal to even those adults who aren't YA fans. I'm counting down the days 'til the next installment is released!

The Girls of No Return (Hardcover)

By Erin Saldin
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780545310260
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Published: Arthur A. Levine Books, 2/2012
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Saldin's strong debut is reminiscent of Laurie Halse Anderson. She, like Anderson, is not afraid to face tough issues and it makes for a powerful and moving read. Keep an eye out for this one!

Fever (Hardcover)

By Lauren DeStefano
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9781442409071
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Published: Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers, 2/2012
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The second book in the "Chemical Garden" trilogy is aptly named, for much of the book feels like a fever dream - for sinister reasons. I couldn't put it down and now I'm dying for the sure-to-be-thrilling conclusion!

Born Wicked: The Cahill Witch Chronicles, Book One (Hardcover)

By Jessica Spotswood
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780399257452
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Published: Putnam Juvenile, 2/2012
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Spotswood's enchanting debut is instantly addictive! It features a strong female protagonist (my favorite!) and plenty of forbidden romance and dark magic. Don't miss out on this sensational new series!

Various Positions (Hardcover)

By Martha Schabas
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780374380861
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Published: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), 2/2012
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I enjoyed this debut - it was fresh, edgy, and definitely not what I was expecting. A great read for fans of "Black Swan"!

Trafficked (Hardcover)

By Kim Purcell
$16.99
ISBN-13: 9780670012800
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Published: Viking Juvenile, 2/2012
"Trafficked" is an impressive debut: it's not only a thoroughly satisfying read, it's an important one, bringing to light issues that are more common than people think: human trafficking and slavery. Harrowing and appalling, made all the more so by its basis in fact, "Trafficked" tells a story you won't soon forget.

Bewitching (Hardcover)

By Alex Flinn
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780062024145
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Published: Harper Teen, 2/2012
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I always love reading but sometimes a book comes along that's exactly what I'm in the mood for and I enjoy it extra-much. Such was the case with "Bewitching", the enchanting prequel to "Beastly". I enjoyed every minute of reading it and now I'm committed to reading every one of Alex Flinn's books!

The Catastrophic History of You And Me (Hardcover)

By Jess Rothenberg
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780803737204
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Published: Dial, 2/2012
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We've all had our hearts broken, but when Brie's boyfriend breaks up with her her heart literally breaks in half. Rothenberg's debut novel about life on the "other side" is fun, sad, romantic, and relatable!

Partials (Hardcover)

By Dan Wells
$17.99
ISBN-13: 9780062071040
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Published: Balzer + Bray, 2/2012
I expected great things from Dan Wells since his "I Am Not a Serial Killer" series is so fantastic (seriously, check it out!). And I'm happy to report I wasn't disappointed! His new dystopian series is sure to be a hit with "Hunger Games" fans - it's thoughtful, exciting, and well-written. I can't wait for the next installment!