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A blog full of reviews from VCL's Head of Teen Services Katrina Hohlfeld & Teen Guest Authors. Check back for new reviews on all things YA! Want more? Check out Katrina's lists for summer reading recommendations.

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The Marvel-ous Loki Gets a Book!

If you happen to love the complex and somewhat nefarious Loki like I do, this is the next read for you! Full of just as many plot twists...

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May 1, 20202 min read

What Would You Be Sainted For?

This is an interesting perspective that I’m very glad I took the time to read. "Patron Saints of Nothing" follows high school senior...

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Apr 10, 20202 min read

What Do You Carry?

"What I Carry" tells the story of Muiriel, so named for the John Muir Medical Center that nurses found her abandoned outside of as a...

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Apr 9, 20202 min read

The Epitome of Social Distancing

Are you feeling isolated these days? Astronaut Mark Watney may give you a new perspective, because you can't get much more social...

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Mar 30, 20202 min read

Wild Wars

So in these times of quarantine, I've been especially on the look out for some series I can binge. And what's better than a series full...

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Mar 24, 20201 min read

Michigan, I'm On Your Team

Michigan, I'd be on your team any day. This contemporary novel follows Michigan Manning, a dedicated hockey player and high school...

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Mar 4, 20201 min read

Truly Hooked On This Series!

If you are looking for a well-written YA murder mystery, then look no further! I started reading Maureen Johnson's "Truly Devious" series...

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Feb 11, 20202 min read

Can She Be It All?

Don't be fooled by the cotton candy cover! This novel surprised me with its depth. The main character, Allie Abraham, is an American-born...

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Jan 10, 20202 min read

Dear Alaine, Let's Hang Out

Yes! Highly recommend. First of all, Alaine is an engaging character with a strong voice. I felt like I knew her (and totally wanted to...

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Dec 6, 20191 min read

Julia Drake Proves She's a Poet

To be totally honest, I only picked this one up because it was getting so much attention. But wow...I'm glad I did. Here are the main...

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Dec 6, 20191 min read

No Lie, This Was Great

If you're in the mood for a contemporary mystery/thriller, look no further! One Of Us is Lying markets itself as "The Breakfast Club...

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Nov 15, 20191 min read

If You Only Read One Book This Year...

This book is important. Yes, you can absolutely compare it in some ways to Lord of the Flies and The Handmaid's Tale, but this novel is...

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Nov 14, 20192 min read

Frankly, I Loved This Book

Frank Li is a Korean-American living in Southern California. It's his senior year of high school, and he's finally found a girl he'd love...

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Nov 13, 20191 min read

The Real Stair-Master

I could not put this down! I was instantly invested in Jo Kuan and her story. She is a bright, witty, and wise character that totally...

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Nov 12, 20191 min read

Royally Entertaining

Crown of Coral and Pearl features a strong and likable heroine, dastardly political schemes, and textured world building. Need I say...

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Nov 12, 20191 min read

I Totally Heard These Rhymes

I really enjoyed this one! First of all, do yourself a favor and get the audio book. The multiple narrators really bring this story to...

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Nov 12, 20191 min read