Tag Archives: young adult

'The One' is a wonderfully imagined YA series that is every bit as engrossing as 'The Hunger Games' or 'Divergent' series. But it has an edge of sophistication over other series in its sci-fi conception and elements of conflict, and it explores more complex issues of power than the average series. This is highly recommended reading for adult and young adult readers alike.

An ideal heroine, compelling stand-alone stories and enticing familial connection to pop culture icon Temperance Brennan (of the 'Bones' books and TV show) make 'Trace Evidence' a superb entry point into the 'Virals' series of books.

Rather than leave the audience wanting more, 'Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2' is the type of conclusion that leaves the audience with far too much.

'Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails' is a repetitive movie. A repetitive movie is 'Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails.' 'Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials' repeats itself. Hey you, wanna see a repetitive movie? 'Maze Runner: The Scorch Trails' is a repetitive movie.

While a bit light on the science, 'Voyagers: Project Alpha' is a great start for a sci-fi series aimed at getting kids interested in science and the environment.

'Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' confidently delivers on its themes, even as it holds back its biggest, boldest statements for the next film.

The new Ms. Marvel series is heart-warming, butt-kicking coming of age story that has some of the best dialogue that rings true and features one of the most endearing, quirky new heroes the Marvel Universe has ever seen.

Although not entirely novel or even logical, the world of 'The Maze Runner' maintains momentum through its slow bits and cliches.

'The Woods' will enmesh you within its teenage characters' journey through an alien planet to solve a mystery, fight monsters, and deal with the troubles of being an adolescent trying to find her place in the world.

Rocket Girl taps into that earnest teenage yearning to change the world as well as the requisite distrust of adults and authority figures. But it has plenty to offer adults as well.

Between the skill of the artwork and the story craft, The Iron King #1 is a very good start to what will hopefully continue to be a great series based on the books by Julie Kagawa.

'Antigoddess' takes us through an exciting tale of present-day alliances and rivalries among the gods with a thrilling conclusion and promise of more to come. In addition to a fun read for the teen set, Kendare Blake also provides a deeper, more adult layer of interest.

Amanda Sun does a great job describing the foreign setting and customs using language that younger readers will likely enjoy and find compelling, and the narrative is breezy and readable. Unfortunately, 'Ink' also suffers from some pacing issues.