Thursday, March 4, 2010

Recommended Books Number 5

Academy 7
Written by: Anne Osterlund
Published by: Speak
Date Published: 2009
Number of Pages: 272, Paperback
Genre: Young Adult Fiction, Science Fiction,
Summary: With a past too terrible to speak of, and a bleak, lonely future ahead of her, Aerin Renning is shocked to find she has earned a place at the most exclusive school in the universe. Aerin excels at Academy 7 in all but debate, where Dane Madousin - son of one of the most powerful men in the Alliance - consistently outtalks her. Fortunately Aerin consistently outwits him at sparring. They are at the top of their class until Dane jeopardizes everything and Aerin is unintentionally dragged down with him. When the pair is given a joint punishment, an unexpected friendship - and romance - begins to form. But Dane and Aerin both harbor dangerous secrets, and the two are linked in ways neither of them could ever have imagined. . .
Review: I wasn't sure what to expect when I reserved this book at my library via the online website. When I picked it up, I was a little worried about the cover. Surprisingly though, it was one of my favorites this month.
Rating: 3 stars

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Aurelia
Written by: Anne Osterlund
Published by: Speak
Date Published: 2008
Number of Pages: 256, Paperback
Genre: Young Adult Fiction,
Summary: Princess Aurelia is next in line to rule the kingdom of Tyralt, but she would rather be one of the common folk, free to learn and roam and . . . not marry the next tyrannical prince that comes courting. Naturally, the king wants Aurelia to marry for political power. Aurelia wants to marry for love. And someone in the kingdom wants her . . . dead. Assigned to investigate and protect Aurelia is Robert, the son of the king's former royal spy and one of Aurelia's oldest friends. As Aurelia and Robert slowly uncover clues as to who is threatening her, their friendship turns to romance. With everything possible on the line - her life, her kingdom, her heart - Aurelia is forced to take matters into her own hands, no matter the cost.
Review:  I hope Anne Osterlund writes more books! I love the cover and the story was good.
Rating: 2 1/2 stars

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