The Eternity Code by Eoin Colfer (Artemis Fowl #3)
Plot: When Artemis’ father was healed by fairy magic, something changed. No longer is he a brilliant thief like his son; he’s going straight. And so must Artemis… just after one last job.
Would you recommend this book? Yes. This was my favorite book in the series to date. Better pacing, better action, and better characterization, not to mention the perfect con.
5 stars
–Sarah
The Arctic Incident by Eoin Colfer (Artemis Fowl #2)
Plot: Artemis Fowl, teenage criminal mastermind, is back. A year after his first escapade involving fairies, he is only smarter than ever. But even he might be challenged to come up with a plan when his father is found in Russia–held by angry mobsters.
Would you recommend this book? No. I started this series with really high hopes, and have quite frankly been disappointed so far. The first one was okay and this one is passable, but there is almost not enough to keep me reading this series.
3 stars
–Sarah
Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
Plot: Twelve-year-old evil genius Artemis Fowl is onto something…the existence of the fairy folk. Soon, a scheme is hatched that will make him rich beyond his wildest dreams.
It’s hard to know whether to describe this novel as fantasy, science fiction, or crime drama. I liked it, but sometimes the descriptions were a bit much. It is still a good start to this famous series, and I will definitely be reading more.
Would you recommend this book? Yes.
4 stars
–Sarah
Here is the complete list of “Zombies, Werewolves and Things with Wings”, compiled from the 2011 list of popular paperbacks for the YA genre!
1. Manifest by Artist Arthur
-Mystery, romance, superpowers: they call themselves the Mystyx.
2. The Zombie Survival Guide by Max Brooks
-The ultimate survival guide against zombies–be prepared.
3. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
-Demons, vampires (okay, so there are some vampires!), werewolves and fairies, oh my.
4. The Last Apprentice: Revenge of the Witch by Joseph Delaney
-To save the county from the Dark, Thomas Ward must become the last apprentice.
5. Dark Divine by Bree Despain
-The preacher’s daughter falls in love with the damned.
6. Wereling by Steve Feasey
-Can Trey learn to control the wolf, or will the wolf control him?
7. Soul Enchilada by David Macinnis Gill
-This demon repo man can make life a living hell, literally.
8. Zombies Calling by Faith Erin Hicks
-There is no time for zombies when you have to study for finals.
9. The Devouring by Simon Holt
-They feed on your fear and thirst for your soul.
10. The Iron King by Julie Kagawa
-Move over summer and winter fey, there’s a new court in town.
11. Fallen by Lauren Kate
These angels are mysterious, sexy and lethal.
12. Other by Karen Kincy
Pookas, dryads and werewolves…no Other is safe with werewolves on the loose.
13. Once a Witch by Karen MacCullough
-When you’re the untalented sister, how do you stand out?
14. Beautiful Dead Book 1: Jonas by Eden Maguire
-Four teens cannot rest in peace until they solve the mysteries surrounding their deaths.
15. Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr
-An unlikely queen meets her destiny.
*16. Zombie Haiku: Good Poetry for Your…Brains by Ryan Mecum
-Who knew zombies could be so poetic?
*This title made the Top Ten List from all 4 popular paperbacks categories!
17. Rampant by Diana Peterfreund
-These aren’t the unicorns you dreamed of as a child…they’re killers!
18. Strange Angels by Lili St. Crow
-Dru is ready to kick some supernatural tail.
19. I Kissed a Zombie and I Liked It by Adam Selzer
-Should you, could you, would you kiss a really hot zombie?
20. Shiver: The Wolves of Mercy Falls, #1 by Maggie Stiefvater
-The wolves are becoming restless…
21. Me, My Elf and I by Heather Swain
– Just an elf trying to make it in the big city.
22. Zombie Felties: How to Raise 16 Gruesome Felt Creatures From the Undead by Nicola Tedman
-They’re crafty! They’re cute! They’re felt zombies!
23. Ghostopolis by Doug Tennapel
-A washed-up ghost wrangler accidentally sends Garth to the spirit world.
24. Generation Dead by Daniel Waters
-Phoebe likes the strong, silent, and dead type.
25. My Dead Girlfriend by Eric Wright
-Is a living girlfriend too much to ask for?
Compiled from the Young Adult Library Services Association.
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