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Van Tol, Alex
4 Reviews
(4)
YA
Orca Currents series.
Owen, desperate to tip off his crush that the object of her affection (Owen's older brother) is a cad, starts up a relationship-advice blog called the Oracle. But it soon takes on a life of its own and may complicate more than just Owen's love life. Readers will appreciate the contemporary issues in this easy-to-read but predictable romance.
Reviewer: Norah Piehl
(4)
YA
Orca Soundings series.
As punishment for a school prank he's falsely accused of, "A-student jock superstar" Elliot is sent to clean out the old boathouse on a Friday afternoon with purple-haired goth girl Shannon. After Shannon makes a Ouija board, frightening events ensue, and the odd pair must work together to solve a murder. Some lame dialogue hampers this fast-paced, engaging mystery.
Reviewer: Betsy Thomas
(4)
YA
Orca Soundings series.
After her only friend dies in a snowboarding accident, Jenessa (who blames herself) finds a way to escape the pain through thrill-seeking. Her fast driving and careless behaviors soon lead her into real danger, and she begins to spiral out of control. The repetitive text just skims the surface of Jenessa's motivations and emotions, but her risk-taking personality comes through.
Reviewer: Pearl Higgins
(3)
YA
Orca Soundings series.
When Jill took a job as a horseback trail guide she never suspected she'd be fighting for her life while a psychotic killer chases her through the woods. The story is fast moving, and reluctant readers will be on the edge of their seats as Jill tries to outrun--and outthink--her tormentor in this suspenseful page-turner.
Reviewer: Aimee Chevrette Bear
4 reviews
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