I’ve been a fan of Horowitz’s Alex Rider series ever since the first novel, Stormbreaker, was published in 2000. I…
The exciting, sophisticated sequel to The Stranded sees the characters’ loyalties and motives tested as the action moves beyond the…
A gripping, gritty YA dystopian thriller with the unusual setting of a cruise ship. I really enjoyed this read, although…
I had no idea, when I read this book, that the author Frank Bell was a pseudonym of Mildred Benson,…
I say, old sport. What a ripping story! Three cheers for Angela Brazil and her jolly schoolgirl tales! I have…
‘Sometimes, love is an apocalypse.’ This novel has an unusual concept which elevates it and should appeal to readers who,…
In 2017, I read 104 books, which is more like my average. Considering that I had a lot going on…
Lois Lowry’s 1993 award-winning YA novel is a dystopian story which, like all scarily plausible dystopias with vitally important messages,…
In 2012, I only read 64 books. For most people, that probably seems a lot! An average of more than…
A compelling debut YA novel, Powerless is an emotionally gripping story about controlling relationships and the dangers of teenage girls…