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Mosquitoland by David Arnold
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Why You Must Read Mosquitoland

Posted on September 1, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Looking for some great contemporary YA? I've got the book for you.

Ultimatum
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Why You Should Read Ultimatum

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

For a well written family drama geared toward young adult readers, try Ultimatum by K.M. Walton.

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What You Should Know About 13 Reasons

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

Have you heard the hype about 13 Reasons Why? Here's what you need to know re: this novel about teen suicide.

Small Great Things
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Why You Should Read Small Great Things

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Would you call yourself a racist? Read this novel before you answer.

Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty
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What I Liked, and Didn’t, About Truly, Madly, Guilty

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

Truly, Madly, Guilty has gotten mixed reviews online, but I'd say it's a worthwhile read... if you can get through the first half.

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What I Liked (and Didn’t) About The Nightingale

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

For a WWII story, I liked The Nightingale but prefer All the Light We Cannot See. What did you think of these two novels?

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