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Hey! Looking for something to read this summer? Check out the reviews written by teen readers so far! Lots of great suggestions for fantasy, comics, romance, adventure and others. What's your favorite read so far this summer? Write a review and let everyone know. And remember, reviewers get an extra chance to win prizes in the random drawings, starting June 3!

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Pain. Abuse. Struggle.
That basically sums up the past of an ex-racehorse Thoroughbred named Dream of Night – and a twelve-year-old foster girl named Shiloh. Both have somehow gotten to be under the care of Jessalynn DiLima (Jess for short) before the state takes more drastic measures; Shiloh will be sent to a "residential facility", and Night will be sent to a vet – to be euthanized.

Even though this is their last chance, they are very resistant to any type of help. Night despises all humans, and Shiloh tries to make Jess's life hard. Can't they see that her life is already not as easy as it seems? But Jess fosters both animals and children for one reason: she knows what it's like to loose almost everything you love. A beautifully told story of healing and hope, Dream of Night shows the results of abuse, that love is never forced, and a wonderful tale of the bonds between a girl and a horse who truly understand each other.  Get it from the Library
Title
Dream of Night
Author
Heather Henson
Genre
General Fiction
ISBN
978-1-4169-4889-5
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This is the sequel to Princess Academy and I loved it just as much. The book was fast-paced and exciting. I loved being able to join those wonderful girls from mount Eskel again. If you loved Princess Academy, then you will love this book.  Get it from the Library
Title
Princess Academy- Palace of Stone
Author
Shannon Hale
Genre
Fantasy
ISBN
9781599908731
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This is probably the best book I have ever read. The plot is full of unexpected twists and surprising turns. I absolutely love Isi and feel as if I really know her. The book is so realistic that I didn't realize it was fantasy until I read it again. It's definitely not your normal princess fairy tale.
Title
The Goose Girl
Author
Shannon Hale
Genre
Fantasy
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This book was hilarious and I really enjoyed it because its made for teens. It is written in instant messages, its a good book I couldn't put it down. its a quick read but its a really good quick read.   Get it from the Library
Title
ttyl
Author
lauren myracle
Genre
General Fiction
ISBN
0810948214
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An amazing book! I loved all the characters and felt like
I really knew them. The plot was full of twists and turns that ended in a satisfying conclusions. Not your normal fluffy fairytale.   Get it from the Library
Title
Princess Academy
Author
Shannon Hale
Genre
Fantasy
ISBN
9781582349930
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