Bøger af Janci Patterson

In Sunreach, after a planet-destroying Delver suddenly appears in the sky of Detritus and vanishes just as suddenly, FM knows that the last free human society got lucky. Her Skyward Flight companion Spensa figured out how to draw this Delver away, but it won't be so easy next time. Humanity has to be prepared . . . In ReDawn, Alanik has recovered from the shock of answering a distress call and finding a planet of humans making a stand against the Superiority, only to be dismayed to discover they're considering a peace overture from their enemy. Worse, when she returns to her home planet of ReDawn, she find her own people falling into exactly the same trap. With her mentor captured, she turns to her new friends to help: can Alanik, FM, Jorgen and Rig coax an ancient technology into life in time to save both their planets from disaster?And in Evershore, the government of Detritus is still in disarray following Superiority treachery, and no word has come from Spensa, on her mission deep in the Nowhere, leaving Alanik, Jorgen, FM and Rig to pick up the pieces. So when the Kitsen send word from the planet Evershore, saying they have some humans and wish to return them, they have to decie if the strange message can be trusted . . . A gripping collection of novellas, told from the perspectives of three different characters, these superb adventures are essential Skyward reading!

In her debut YA science fiction novel, Janci Patterson presents a thriller that #1 NYT bestseller James Dashner calls "a fantastic book" and #1 NYT bestseller Brandon Sanderson calls "hands down one of my favorite novels of the year."In the world of high-stakes espionage, it pays to be able to change your face. And that's just what sixteen-year-old Jory and her family of shape-shifting spies can do-alter their faces and bodies to look like anyone. Jory is in training to be a full member of the family business-when she can convince her parents to let her help with their elaborate cons.But when Jory's parents go missing on the job, Jory is thrown into a world of secrets, lies, and stolen identities that will put all her training to the test. Jory's always wanted to be a member of the team-But saving her family wasn't supposed to be part of the job.Other Praise for A THOUSAND FACES: "A Thousand Faces is a well-plotted race of a story with fantastic world building. A paranormal Mission Impossible for teens, Jory's world and story are so meticulously parsed together they make you want to look twice at every face you see on the street."-- Aprilynne Pike, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Wings series"A Thousand Faces is one of those rare books that can include heartbreaking and swoon-worthy romance and equally skillful action and suspense. It's a terrific novel."-Robison Wells, author of the Blackout series"A THOUSAND FACES is the YA thriller I've been waiting for: a fantastic, troubled heroine, struggling with an incredible power she only barely controls, trapped in a web of supernatural espionage where she can't trust anyone. The pace is quick, the intrigue is devious, and the magic is absolutely fascinating. A brilliant combination of romance, science fiction, and the supernatural."-Dan Wells, author of the Partials Series

Penny adores her best friend Rodney. He's always there for her, and she knows they'd be the perfect couple-except that they're still in high school, and she's watched too many friends go through painful breakups. Besides, Penny has bigger things to worry about-like her mother, who desperately wants to have more children.After an endless string of miscarriages and failed adoptions, Penny's mother is ready to give up hope. But Penny has the perfect plan: if she gets pregnant, she can give her mother the baby she's always wanted. Penny's sure this is the right thing to do, but only after she sets her plan in motion does she realize that sex will change her relationship with Rodney-in ways that she never expected. And the more she tries to fix things for her mother, the more she risks losing everything she wants for herself. All Penny wants is for the people she loves to be happy. So why isn't anything going the way that she planned?

"Oh my god, please tell me that was not your plan."After being pushed off the stage at the VMAs last year, Alec Andreas's life hasn't gotten much better. Music fans everywhere hate him for his poor treatment of ex-girlfriend and former bandmate, Jenna Rollins.Afraid of falling into obscurity, Alec reluctantly takes a spot on the new reality show Starving with the Stars, where failing celebrities are stranded on a desert island to compete in challenges and outlast one another-and hopefully revive their flagging careers. Alec is certain that only one thing will make him likeable in the public eye; he needs to cuddle up to one of the cute girls on the island and remind all of America what a great boyfriend he can be.When he meets Jillian Fall-an aspiring Broadway actress who's become a cabaret-singing internet meme-he finds much more than the arm candy he was hoping for. And what can be the harm in reviving his career and getting the girl?Alec's falling deeper than he thought possible, but as the contestants vie for the coveted final spots in their island adventure, his schemes are brought to light. Alec's lost everything, but losing her hurts the worst.With the cameras always watching, can Alec convince Jillian he cares about her more than changing his image as pop music's most notorious liar?Starving with the Stars is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. This book features R-rated sexual content and swearing."Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush"[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge

I probably shouldn't spend so much time thinking about my best friend naked, even if he is my date.Reality show star and YouTube sock-puppeteer Su-Lin Liu is madly in love with her best friend and business partner, fellow YouTuber Brendan Pike. From his pink hair to his genius at writing dirty sock jokes, Brendan is perfect for her in every way-except that he's still reeling from a nasty divorce and doesn't know if he'll ever be ready for a serious relationship again.Su-Lin isn't about to give up, so she concocts a multi-step plan to get him past his anxiety and her past the friend-zone. At a YouTube convention, she and Brendan take turns setting each other up on dates with other people, all while "casually" dating each other. Su-Lin is willing to deal with anything-her jealousy, his panic attacks, their awkward games of Twister, and even the busty ventriloquist with her eye on Brendan-if it means her plan succeeds. But when one drunken night goes a little too far, Su-Lin knows she can't keep pretending to be casual when her feelings are anything but.Su-Lin has always had faith in her crazy plans, but she fears this one may only end in a broken heart.Su-Lin's Super Awesome Casual Dating Plan is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R-rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after."Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge"[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush

Sixteen-year-old Jory escaped from the shifters who killed her father, but her life is far from returning to normal--even by the standards of a shape-shifting spy. Jory's mother is covering her pain with prescription drugs, leaving Jory alone to hide them both from the murderous shifters who are still hot on their tail.When Jory's mom lands herself in the hospital, Jory thinks things can't get any worse. Then she receives an offer from her boyfriend's mother, Aida--help her track down the man who betrayed them all, and Aida will make sure Jory's mother stays hidden and safe. There's just one catch: the man they're hunting is responsible for her father's death--and Jory knows Aida means to protect him. It's an offer Jory can't afford to refuse. As she circles closer to her mark, Jory knows she's playing a game of cat and mouse, but she can't be sure if she's the predator or the prey. Before she risks the lives of more people she loves, Jory must decide which of the many dangerous people in her life she's going to trust.And who she is going to betray.

Does he really want to be my boyfriend if he never even thinks about a future where he's anything more?Social media maven Emily Pietrowski loves working alongside her boyfriend, celebrity rock climber Jason Winslow. But she's less enthused about Jason's new gig as the host of the reality show, The Real Not-Wives of Red Rock Canyon, where they'll be camping with affluent divorcees who are trying to find self-actualization through rock climbing. It's only her love for Jason that could motivate her to spend a week on a set filled with purse dogs, bejeweled climbing harnesses, and organic, sugar-free s'mores.Jason and Emily have been going strong for the last two years, but lately Emily is starting to feel like their relationship is stuck in a rut. She's ready to take the next step, but every time she brings up their future, it seems like Jason is, well . . . not.When Emily is recorded confronting Jason about her concerns, they unwittingly become part of the on-screen drama. Emily will do anything to save her relationship, even if it means agreeing to on-camera therapy sessions with dubiously licensed Monroe Coco, the biggest diva of them all. This crazy week could make or break them-but is it already too late?The Real Not-Wives of Red Rock Canyon is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R-rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after."Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge"[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush

I want him. But he's a rock star, and any kind of real relationship would be too risky, too bound to end in heartache.When Maya Parker's friends drag her to an Accidental Erotica concert, she's surprised to receive a backstage pass from famous punk rock star Kevin Collins. While her friends are eager to attend the after-party and hook up with the band members, Maya can't help but feel skeptical. Kevin is cute and all, but Maya isn't about to join the harem of Accidental Erotica groupies. At the party, Maya and Kevin hit it off and end up sitting and talking late into the night about everything from rock star life to their favorite horror movies. Kevin is much more down to earth than Maya thought, but the more she starts to like him, the more worried she is that dating a rock star would only end in heartbreak. Ever practical, Maya heads home thinking she'll never hear from him again.When Kevin calls her from the airport the next day, Maya falls into a long-distance friendship she never expected. She's rapidly falling for Kevin, but with them living states apart, could it ever work? Maya's not ready to make the leap into dating a guy who's constantly on tour and surrounded by groupies-But she's also not sure she can bring herself to let him go.How Not to Date a Rock Star is a standalone romantic comedy novella with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. It can be read independently of the first books, though a character from book two appears as a side character. There is some R-rated sexual content and language."[THE EXTRA] is delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge"Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush

I'm going to be starring in a movie with my ex-husband-a man who I am still desperately in love with.A-list movie star and animal activist Kim Watterson has it all: a spectacular career, two amazing kids, and a growing animal sanctuary she manages in her spare time. Still, she's better known for being half of Watterpless, a Hollywood super-couple who put Brangelina and Bennifer to shame-and whose divorce generated just as much gossip.And that's before the studio for the latest comic book adaptation she's headlining announces a cross-over film featuring her character-where she'll be playing the romantic lead opposite her ex-husband, Blake Pless.Kim's determined to do the film, even though she's still in love with Blake, because the alternative is to let the studio replace her with a younger model. She's sure she can keep her heart and her dignity intact-But no plan survives contact with the enemy, especially when you're filming with your ex on the beach. Ex on the Beach is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R-rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after."Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge"[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush

It's said that no one escapes from the Carmines, but Jory is determined to find a way to take down the monsters who killed her father and destroyed her life. With her friend Damon and her boyfriend Kalif by her side, Jory's painstaking plot unfolds piece by piece beneath the Carmines'ever watchful cameras and tracking devices.This task stretches Jory's skills to the limit, and every aspect of her life begins to buckle under the strain. Jory thinks she's found the key to taking down the Carmines and escaping from their influence once and for all-But following through may cost Jory everything she has left.

Gabby wasn't sure what she expected when she became a nurse at Renaissance faire, but Ye Olde Plague of Crabs wasn't it.Gabby Mays couldn't be happier with her boyfriend Will and her new career as a nurse, but that doesn't mean life is perfect. In the three years Gabby and Will have been together, they've weathered their share of rent increases and novel rejections. Their financial situation is getting increasingly desperate-and their sex life increasingly sporadic.When Gabby takes a side job at a Renaissance faire as the on-site nurse, she thinks this will bring in a little extra money to take the pressure off Will, who is in the middle of yet another novel he's afraid will fail. But the more Gabby tries to fix things, the more things between her and Will seem to deteriorate, and Gabby can't help but feel that the problem may be, well, her. Gabby can handle too-tight corsets, stuck-up knights, and even the seemingly-spontaneous faire pubic lice outbreak. But if she loses Will, this may be the end of her fairy tale.My Faire Lady is a full-length direct sequel to The Extra, and has PG-13 rated language and sexual content, no cliffhanger, no cheating, no breakups, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. While it's not necessary to have read all the previous books in the series, we do recommend that you read The Extra first."[THE EXTRA] is delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush"Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge

Felix never believed in soul mates . . . until he met her.Felix Mays has only two goals in life-to play his cello and to stay off heroin. He's only a few weeks out of rehab and accomplishing both-barely. Then Felix meets gorgeous Jenna Rollins, single mom and half of the rising pop-star duo Alec and Jenna, who've practically been voted LA's cutest couple. Jenna offers Felix a job with the band, and it's an opportunity he can't refuse, even though his feelings for Jenna are quickly turning romantic. Then Felix learns the truth-Alec and Jenna have been broken up for over a year, and maintain their couple-image just for the fans. Jenna is falling for Felix as fast he is for her, but she and Alec have agreed not to date anyone until the band has peaked-and that's clearly years away. Felix and Jenna are determined to make it work, despite the strain on their careers, their relationships with the band, and even Felix's struggling sobriety. A situation this stressful is the last thing Felix needs-and the one thing he can't bring himself to walk away from.Everything We Are is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. It can be read independently of the first books, though the characters from books one and two appear as side characters. There is some R-rated sexual content, swearing, and references to partying and drug use."Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge"Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush"Delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen GreysonVisit us at extraseriesbooks.com to join our readers' group and receive a free Extra Series book!

What would have happened if Felix and Jenna met in high school?Felix and Jenna have the perfect love story in Everything We Are, but what would happen if they'd met in high school, when their lives are worlds apart? In this reimagining, read about what would have happened if Jenna had attended Felix's high school in Los Angeles, and they met before rock bands or heroin addictions entered the picture.High school students Felix and Jenna are opposites in every way. Felix is a Juilliard-bound straight-A student, while Jenna's a teen mom who's out partying and sleeping with a different guy every weekend. But when they're partnered together on a parenting assignment in sex-ed, their worlds collide, and their lives will never be the same.Everything We Might Have Been is a full-length, standalone romance with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. It is a reimagining of the love story between Felix and Jenna from Everything We Are, and can be read independently of any of the books in the series. This book features R-rated sexual content, swearing, and references to partying and drug use."Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush"Delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge

Felix and Jenna can't wait to start their future-but first they have to contend with their past. Newlyweds Jenna and Felix are thrilled to be touring as a married couple, even though it means learning how to be a brand-new family while on the road. They're far less thrilled about the threatening letters Jenna's been receiving from her violent ex-boyfriend, Grant-and Jenna fears her past will come back to haunt her, just when everything is going so well.The band increases security and hopes for the best, even as the pressure of the threats, the tour, and Felix's still-fledgling sobriety become overwhelming. But when disaster strikes, Felix and Jenna are each forced to confront their own demons-things they thought they'd left forever in the past. They must learn to rely on each other in their frightening new circumstances-or risk losing everything they love most.The Jenna Rollins Real Love Tour is a sequel novella to Everything We Are. It's a continuation of Felix and Jenna's love story with no cliffhanger, no cheating, no breakups, and continues their happily ever after. We recommend you read Everything We Are first, though these two can be read separately from other books in the series. This book contains PG-13 rated sexual content, swearing, and references to sexual assault, partying and drug use."Delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" --Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush"Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge

Nothing was going to ruin Bryn's boyless summer. She was all set to have a fantastic experience working at all-girl Camp Timberpine, away from the outside world, away from her food-obsessed mother. With no boys around, Bryn was no longer the bottom of the totem pole of desirability. She was only River, art counselor, still fat, but without the constant reminders that her body shape took her right out of the spawning pool, like a salmon who couldn't swim upstream. And then he appears-the camp director's son, up for the summer to build the camp a new outdoor stage. Logan is more handsome than Bryn would like to admit--and he's also a threat to all of Bryn's summer plans. As the other counselors throw themselves at him, Bryn knows that any one of them might be the lead in Logan's summer romance. Even worse, Logan seems to have pegged her as the safe girl-the one he can hang out with without getting constantly hit on, and no amount of Bryn's caustic sarcasm will get him to leave her alone. In fact, he almost seems to like it.Bryn's hope for a boyless summer rapidly turns to anything but. But could Logan ever be interested in her as more than a friend? And can Bryn let go of her fears and give romance a chance?

What about you, Gabby Mays? What do you really want to do with your life?Gabby Mays wishes she had her future figured out, like her gorgeous roommate Anna-Marie, who has just landed a role on the hit soap opera Passion Medical. Gabby would give anything to find a career she's half as passionate about as Anna-Marie is about acting-and a love life that isn't comprised of nights with a party-sized bag of Doritos and her Netflix account.When Gabby becomes a recurring extra on Passion Medical, she finds a job she's surprisingly great at. Even better, her old crush and ex-boss-the sexy, sweet Will Bowen-is writing the scripts, allowing Gabby lots of quality flirting time at the craft services table.But between feuding divas, fake Emmys, and Gabby's growing concern that Will might not see her as anything more than a friend, her life on set is quickly becoming a drama worthy of the soaps.The Extra is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy with PG-13 rated content, no cliffhanger, and a swoon-worthy happily-ever-after."Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, The Extra sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush"Delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson"Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge

I don't want to believe that a marriage like theirs can't be saved. I don't want to think about what that might mean for my own.When Felix Mays starts teaching cello to a young child actor, he thinks he's taking on an easy side job while Jenna recovers from having their new baby. What he gets instead is Axel Dane-a spoiled, ten-year-old prima donna who won't lift a finger without a massive dressing room and a steady supply of organic quinoa. When Felix calls in Hollywood agent Josh Rios to help him wrangle Axel, he hopes he'll be able to get a handle on his increasingly hectic life.But just as Josh and Felix form an improbable friendship, things go from hectic to out of control.Despite how excited she was to be mom to a newborn again, Jenna's struggling emotionally and Felix is at a loss to help her. Meanwhile, Josh and Anna-Marie are dealing with infertility treatments and have marital issues of their own-and that's before a baby rattlesnake gets loose in their house.Felix and Josh may be unlikely friends, but as they navigate new babies, entitled child stars, missing rattlesnakes, and mental breakdowns, they have one thing in common: They're going to do whatever it takes to save their marriages and earn their ultimate happily ever after.You are the Story is a full-length direct sequel to The Girlfriend Stage and Everything We Are. We recommend you read those two first, as You are the Story continues the stories of Felix and Jenna, as well as Anna-Marie and Josh. You are the Story contains R-rated sexual content, swearing, and references to partying and drug use. It has no cliffhanger, no breakups, and a happily ever after for both couples."Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." -Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush"Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge"[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" -Bestselling Author Jen Greyson

Kira thought she knew everything about her best friend, Haylee. But when Haylee commits suicide immediately after her first date with her longtime crush, Bradley Johansen, Kira is left with nothing but questions, and a gaping hole in her life where Haylee used to be.Kira is sure that the answers to her questions must be written in Haylee's journal, but she's not the only one searching for it. The more Kira learns about Haylee's past, the more certain she is that other people grieving for Haylee are keeping secrets-especially Bradley, and Haylee's attractive older cousin Nick. Kira is desperate to get to Haylee's journal before anyone else finds it-to discover the truth about what happened to Haylee-And to hide the things that Haylee wrote down about her.

Sixteen-year-old April is trapped behind the blinds in her apartment, beholden to the schedule of the daily blood deliveries from the local Red Cross syndicate, waiting for Vance-well-respected director of the local hospital by day, vampire lord by night-to finally descend on her and finish turning her unlife into a living hell. From the day he raped her, infecting her with the STD that turned her into a vampire, he's been watching her, stalking her, trying to make her his, body and soul.Until the day April seizes the opportunity to choose her own course. Now on the run in the California desert, April must find the will not only to survive, but to fight back.

An action-packed, stand alone prequel in the Five Lands Saga.In the war-torn kingdoms of the Five Lands, only the armies of Sevairn stand against the spread of old superstitions and dark magics, bringing order to chaos and winning the populace back from the worship of dead gods. When a neighboring nation invades, Erich Dektrian-a brash young officer in the Sevairnese cavalry-and his regiment are stretched thin. Erich and his fellow soldiers are losing ground and losing hope.Embarking on a daring plan that could turn the tide of the war, Erich pushes his small cavalry unit to their ultimate limit on a breakneck midnight ride. Alone and exhausted, they must hold a crucial bridge for days against an enemy that vastly outnumbers them.Captain Dektrian and his men have only each other to rely on. There's no turning back, and only one way forward-To win at all costs. Cara Witter is the pseudonym of Janci Patterson, Megan Walker, and Lauren Janes. Janci and Megan have also collaborated on a romantic comedy series (THE EXTRA) and a young adult paranormal fantasy series (SINKING CITY). Janci has also co-written books in Brandon Sanderson's SKYWARD series (SUNREACH, REDAWN, and EVERSHORE).

For fifteen-year-old Ricki, there's only one thing to know about her bounty-hunter dad: he's never been there for her. But when her mother leaves, Dad suddenly appears and pulls her along on the road, hunting for criminals who've skipped bail.Ricki is sure she wants nothing to do with her father. She's much more interested in Ian Burnham, the seventeen-year-old skip Dad's chasing. Ian is confident and powerful and into her, everything that Ricki's family isn't. But Dad seems to think he can tell her what to do after all these years -and he says stay away from Ian.On the road with only the skip and her dead-beat dad, will Ricki ever figure out who she can trust?Originally titled CHASING THE SKIP, Janci Patterson's debut novel has earned praise from Booklist -"realistic, flawed, and dimensional characters"-Kirkus Reviews-"A solid cast and heartfelt emotions"- #NYT Bestseller Charlaine Harris-"a book I could recommend to almost any teenager,"- and STEELHEART author Brandon Sanderson-a YA book with excellent writing and compelling characters."