Nortonville Public Library

Many adults are choosing young adult fiction as an enjoyable pastime. It seems Twilight gave them permission to explored these reading opportunities. It is more than that, though. When you have a best selling author in adult fiction, everyone reads those books, even if the literary quality declines, over time, to the point that you question whether someone is ghost writing for that author.  On the other hand, young adults have quite a discerning  view when it comes to their fiction.  If you have not taken the opportunity to read young adult fiction, ask us for some recommendations. We’d be glad to help.

One of my favorite young adult authors is Suzanne Collins. She is creating waves with her Hunger Games trilogy. The series is a blend of adventure, fantasy, and drama. Set in a post apocalyptic time where the United States ceases to exist and is replaced with the country of Panem. Panem consists of the Capitol and 12 districts. Each of those districts is required to send two participants to the televised Hunger Games, a fight to the death with only a single winner.

Enter Katniss Everdeen. A young girl who volunteers to take the place of her younger sister in this deadly game. Her skill and attitude endear her to the viewers of this game. 

In Catching Fire, book two of the trilogy, Catniss has become the symbol for rebellion in the districts. At the same time, this has raised the ire of  President Snow who now focuses on controlling her.

Mockingjay, the final book, has been shrouded in mystery. The publishers have requested total secrecy. Advance copies haven’t been allowed to circulate for reviews, and no one knows what its pages hold. The book will release on August 24, 2010. While we do have two copies ordered, the hold list may be long. This can be a blessing, as it will allow readers new to the series to read The Hunger Games and Catching Fire before diving into Mockingjay.

 We hope you take to opportunity to read these books, and if you like them, we will be happy to offer additional titles that we’re sure you will enjoy. Also, be sure to ask your favorite teen to guide you to their favorites and let them impress you with their brilliant taste.

 By Megan Domann

    When a rebellious teenager, Ronnie, and her little brother, Jonah, are forced to visit her dad for the summer it creates a story of love, forgiveness, and heart-breaking sadness that will have you crying over the pages. Ronnie has felt a strong hatred for her dad since her parent’s divorce, as well as hating the fact of being  with her dad for the summer. But soon Ronnie realizes what’s important in life. She grows and learns from her experiences of the summer. This is what makes this book by Nicholas Sparks worth reading.    

    I very much recommend this book to all teenagers and adults. This book is indeed a good read, a book you could sit down and read for hours. I love this book, though it is sad, at the same time it is very romantic and loving. This book is full  of good humor and fun-loving romantic situations. I feel this book will be enjoyable to all who read it.

    Nicholas Sparks has created a book full of truly real characters in real life situations. Within the pages of this book, Ronnie learns to love and to be loved, and to cherish life. Her summer with her dad and brother, changes her forever and for the better.
    I very much recommend this book. I don’t expect that this loving book would disappoint anyone. The Last Song is definitely a book worth reading.