In My Mailbox is a weekly meme, hosted by The Story Siren, held usually on Sundays that encourages bloggers to share what they bought, borrowed, or begged for this week
Title: Revolution Author: Jennifer Donnelly
Genre: YA Historical Fiction
Publisher: Delacorte Books (October 2010)
Hardcover: 496 pages
ISBN: 9780385737630
Source: Borrowed from Library
Available on: Amazon
Description on GoodReads:
BROOKLYN: Andi Alpers is on the edge. She’s angry at her father for leaving, angry at her mother for not being able to cope, and heartbroken by the loss of her younger brother, Truman. Rage and grief are destroying her. And she’s about to be expelled from Brooklyn Heights’ most prestigious private school when her father intervenes. Now Andi must accompany him to Paris for winter break.
PARIS: Alexandrine Paradis lived over two centuries ago. She dreamed of making her mark on the Paris stage, but a fateful encounter with a doomed prince of France cast her in a tragic role she didn’t want—and couldn’t escape.
Two girls, two centuries apart. One never knowing the other. But when Andi finds Alexandrine’s diary, she recognizes something in her words and is moved to the point of obsession. There’s comfort and distraction for Andi in the journal’s antique pages—until, on a midnight journey through the catacombs of Paris, Alexandrine’s words transcend paper and time, and the past becomes suddenly, terrifyingly present.
Jennifer Donnelly, author of the award-winning novel A Northern Light, artfully weaves two girls’ stories into one unforgettable account of life, loss, and enduring love. Revolution spans centuries and vividly depicts the eternal struggles of the human heart.
Title: Delirium
Author: Lauren Oliver
Genre: YA Fiction
Publisher: HarperTeen (Feb 2011)
Hardcover: 441 pages
ISBN: 978-0061726828
Source: Borrowed from Library
Available on: Amazon
Description on GoodReads:
Before scientists found the cure, people thought love was a good thing. They didn’t understand that once love -- the deliria -- blooms in your blood, there is no escaping its hold. Things are different now. Scientists are able to eradicate love, and the governments demands that all citizens receive the cure upon turning eighteen. Lena Holoway has always looked forward to the day when she’ll be cured. A life without love is a life without pain: safe, measured, predictable, and happy.
But with ninety-five days left until her treatment, Lena does the unthinkable: She falls in love
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I had no idea Jennifer Donnelly had YA books. Although since it looks like it was released a while ago, I probably should have.
ReplyDeleteAnd Delirium! I've heard so many great things about it, and can't wait till I have the chance to read it.
I loved Delirium! Hope you enjoy it =). Check out my IMM: http://ange-moonlightreader.blogspot.com/
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I've had my eye on Revolution for awhile, but haven't picked it up for some reason. Look forward to hearing what you think of it!
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Loved Delirium, hope you enjoy it too.
ReplyDeleteI loved Delirium! Hope you enjoy it =). Check out my IMM: http://ange-moonlightreader.blogspot.com/
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