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303 pp.
| Abrams/Amulet
| October, 2013
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4197-0930-2$16.95
(3)
YA
Eccentric Rebecca "Rebel" Blue encounters good-girl Kennedy in detention where they're tasked with writing bucket lists. After it turns out to be Kennedy's last day alive, Rebel decides to complete the kindhearted girl's list. Coriell's character development is deft, and readers will rejoice as Rebel transforms from acerbic cynic to reluctant do-gooder to, finally, fulfilled optimist--and irresistibly likable character.
305 pp.
| Abrams/Amulet
| May, 2012
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4197-0191-7$16.95
(4)
YA
When A-lister Chloe's junior project is rejected, she's forced to join the unsuccessful student-run radio station or fail. Chloe earns her colleagues' respect by hosting a popular talk show. But just as her good intentions come to fruition, Chloe falls from grace. The overly familiar story line is redeemed by the poignant and well-developed supporting characters.