Getting Graphic: My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf

My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf Published: March 1st 2012 by Abrams Books Source: local library Synopsis (Goodreads): You only think you know this story. In 1991, Jeffrey Dahmer—the most notorious serial killer since Jack the Ripper—seared himself into the American consciousness. To the public, Dahmer was a monster who committed unthinkable atrocities. To Derf… Continue reading Getting Graphic: My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf

Sequels Done Right: Through the Ever Night by Veronica Rossi

Through the Ever Night by Veronica Rossi Published: January 8th 2013 by HarperCollins Source: ARC from publisher Synopsis: It’s been months since Aria last saw Perry. Months since Perry was named Blood Lord of the Tides, and Aria was charged with an impossible mission. Now, finally, they are about to be reunited. But their reunion… Continue reading Sequels Done Right: Through the Ever Night by Veronica Rossi

What I’m Reading: April 2013 YA New Releases

I know it’s only halfway through March, but I try to keep a look out toward what’s on my reading horizon, even though I’ve still got some releases from earlier in the year I hope to read and review soon. Here’s what I’ve got lined up for April. I was trying to limit these posts… Continue reading What I’m Reading: April 2013 YA New Releases

Underwhelming Retelling: Strands of Bronze and Gold by Jane Nickerson

Strands of Bronze and Gold by Jane Nickerson Published: March 12th 2013 by Random House Children’s Books Source: ARC from publisher Synopsis (Goodreads): The Bluebeard fairy tale retold. . . . When seventeen-year-old Sophia Petheram’s beloved father dies, she receives an unexpected letter. An invitation—on fine ivory paper, in bold black handwriting—from the mysterious Monsieur… Continue reading Underwhelming Retelling: Strands of Bronze and Gold by Jane Nickerson