The Last Dog on Earth

Publishers Weekly calls it part-Sci Fi, part Gary Paulsen. It reminds me a lot of the best "boy and his dog" coming of age stories that I've read. Anyway you look at it, The Last Dog on Earth by Daniel Ehrenhaft is a great read.



The main character, Logan, gets along with nobody, least of all his step-father. When he finally gets a break- the chance to get a dog- he is happy for the first time in a long time. Until it's clear that a deadly virus is spreading through dogs in the state, and the authorities want every dog dead. Logan and his dog go on the run. But how long can they last? What will happen? Will a cure be found?

Who doesn't love a good story with a loyal canine companion in the middle? Enjoy the book. Keep reading everyone!

-stenson

Telling Christina Goodbye

Real life can be hard. So can real love. I didn't have enough good recommendations for my girls when they asked me recently. Here's a book that looks to be full of romance, heart-break, and real teen issues.

Bookreport says this about Telling Christina Good-bye by Lurlene McDaniel
Christina, a senior in high school, seemed to have it all: she was beautiful, popular, and intelligent. Unfortunately, Christina had one shortcoming that proved to be fatal. She fell in love with a controlling, hotheaded guy named Tucker whose reckless driving killed her. This is not really Christina's story though. It is an examination of the other occupants of the car as they recover physically and emotionally.

Let me know if you give it a try. Or if you find other real-life, romanc-y books about teens.

Keep reading everyone!
-stenson

Ender's Game

According to Nancy Keane, a reading pro, this book shouldn't be missed. I'm adding it to my FBL!

It seems to be Harry Potter meets Space Warfare. Ender Wiggins is chosen by the world government to help save the earth. He is sent to Battle School for military training in the form of computer war games. He proves to be a genius and is looked to as a future military leader. But the fate of the human race on your shoulders is a scary prospect! Simulated war games are one thing, but what will happen in real combat?

If you read it, let me know. Or if you've read it, share your opinion. Keep reading, everyone!

-stenson