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Aurora Burning – Aurora Cycle 0.2 by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
Science Fiction
First, the bad news: an ancient evil - you know, your standard consume-all-life-in-the-galaxy deal - is about to be unleashed. The good news? Squad 312 is standing by to save the day. They've just got to take care of a few small distractions first. Like the clan of gremps who'd like to rearrange their favourite faces. And the cadre of illegit GIA agents with creepy flowers where their eyes used to be, who'll stop at nothing to get their hands on Auri. Then there's Kal's long-lost sister, who's not exactly happy to see her baby brother and has a Syldrathi army at her back. With half the known galaxy on their tails, Squad 312 has never felt so wanted.
Funny Kid – Prank Wars
Humorous Fiction
Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen. As he and his classmates head off on a camping trip, the new boy, Tyson, decides to play some jokes of his own. Max is the funny kid ... and now there's a prank war to be won! Monsters in the lake, smuggling ducks, dig-your-own toilets, capsizing canoes, absolutely not falling in love, and beans that give you the runs are just some of the things in store for Max and his friends in this brand-new adventure.
Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron
Fantasy Fiction
It's 200 years since Cinderella found her prince, but the fairytale is over.
Sophia knows the story off by heart. Because every girl has to recite it daily, from when she's tiny until the night she's sent to the royal ball for choosing. And every girl knows that she has only one chance. For the lives, of those not chosen by a man at the ball, are forfeited.
But Sophia doesn't want to be chosen – she's in love with her best friend, Erin, and hates the idea of being traded like cattle. And when Sophia's night at the ball goes horribly wrong, she must run for her life. Alone and terrified, she finds herself hiding in Cinderella's tomb. And there she meets someone who will show her that she has the power to remake her world …An electrifying twist on the classic fairytale that will inspire girls to break out of limiting stereotypes and follow their dreams!
Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer
Paranormal Fiction
When Edward Cullen and Bella Swan met in Twilight, an iconic love story was born. But until now, fans have heard only Bella's side of the story. At last, readers can experience Edward's version in the long-awaited companion novel, Midnight Sun.
This unforgettable tale, as told through Edward's eyes, takes on a new and decidedly dark twist. Meeting Bella is both the most unnerving and intriguing event he has experienced in all his years as a vampire. As we learn more fascinating details about Edward's past and the complexity of his inner thoughts, we understand why this is the defining struggle of his life. How can he justify following his heart if it means leading Bella into danger?
Riverdale – Get out of Town by Micol Ostow
Mystery Fiction
The gang heads out on an epic road trip to Chicago. When Archie's too busy daydreaming to drive, Veronica takes the driver's seat naturally. Betty wants to see the important sights and Jughead just wants to find the best diners. They're all so preoccupied that they almost miss the red pickup truck that seems to be everywhere they are - at the Rock n' roll Hall of Fame, the Cedar Point amusement park, the Mall of America, and the White Palace diner.
Fire Watcher – Phoenix by Kelly Gardiner
Historical Fiction
May, 1941. The Blitz is reaching its fiery climax. Christopher tries to go back to 1666 to find his new friends and learn more about the power of his phoenix ring. Instead, he finds himself in a smaller, older river port town known as Lundenwic, where the Anglo-Saxon community faces an invasion by the dreaded Vikings. Christopher must discover why the ring has brought him here, and how to get back to his own time. But then Viking ships appear on the Thames, and their warriors threaten to burn the city and conquer the whole of England.
The Falcon’s Malteser by Anthony Horowitz
Mystery Fiction
Meet the Diamond Brothers, the world's most defective detectives. By the author of the number one bestselling Alex Rider series, Anthony Horowitz. When a dwarf comes into the office and leaves a package, Tim Diamond, the world's worst private detective, is faced with his toughest case yet. The office is ransacked and the package is found to contain simply a box of Maltesers. Who was the dwarf, and why was he murdered shortly after his visit?