it can be an "adult" book on non fic. just nothing gay and just stupid, like about breakin a nail.
2006-07-05 08:31:30 · 19 answers · asked by Piya Rotter. 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
raven's gate or evil star (book 1 and 2) by Anthony Horowitz
Neverwhere by Neil Gaimen
A dirty job by Chris Moore
2006-07-05 08:35:00 · answer #1 · answered by dinac 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. I'm the author of a new medieval fantasy book that you might like. The title is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you like Conan, LOTR or Harry Potter type books, this may be one you'll enjoy, especially since the main characters are all teenagers.
Good luck, whatever you decide to read!
Jon F. Baxley (Author, Editor, Ghostwriter and Proofreader)
THE SCYTHIAN STONE (eBook only)
THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY (eBook and hard cover)
THE REGENTS OF RHUM (coming fall '07)
Major Media Reviews:
Publishers Weekly
STARRED Review. A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages.
Library Journal
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."
Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer!
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."
Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article, March 20, 2006
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"
Fantasybookspot.com Review by Tyler, Febuary 2006
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."
2006-07-06 14:24:59 · answer #2 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Looking for Alaska by John Green
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
A Certain Slant of Light by Laura Whitcomb
Invisible by Pete Hautman
Stained by Jennifer Richard Jacobson
2006-07-05 19:55:47 · answer #3 · answered by laney_po 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Janet Evanovich series. Laurell K Hamilton series.
She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb
The Lovley Bones by Alice Seabold
You Don't Know Me by David Klass
2006-07-05 15:42:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you like 1984-esque reading, try Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, or Animal Farm by George Orwell. All excellent books, with that negative-utopia vibe... You can even find Animal Farm online: http://www.newspeakdictionary.com/books/animal.doc
2006-07-05 17:01:00 · answer #5 · answered by onetrickjester 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis, it sounds boring and heavy but it's not i promise you.
The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley, that's a little weird
Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli--this is one of my all time favorites!! it might be in the childrens' section but it's still relevant it's Soooo good.
Ann Rinaldi writes good historical fiction
Donna Jo Napoli has a bunch of different cultures but it's not like geography class or anything.
To Kill a Mockingbird
How Green was my Valley
2006-07-05 15:36:54 · answer #6 · answered by *smartess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want one that's weird *AND* disturbing, try "Skin" by Roald Dahl. He wrote mostly children's stories (like "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"), but he did a few books of short stories aimed for adults, and this is one of them. Most of them are definitely twisted, and make you stare at the book after you finish a story going "I don't know why that creeped me out so much, but it did."
2006-07-06 14:17:00 · answer #7 · answered by theycallmewendy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1984 by George Orwell is a classic. It shatters what the reader thinks about the press, news, control, the government, and choice. Leaders gain control by using propaganda and instilling fear in their public. If you want to question your sense of reality, this is the book for you. Disturbing, indeed.
2006-07-05 16:13:34 · answer #8 · answered by providenceheh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flowers in the Attic by VC Andrews (and the rest of the books in that series). It's totally weird and disturbing. It's my favorite book.
2006-07-05 19:57:26 · answer #9 · answered by thirteenthdancer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't normally read teen books, but these are several good ones:
Twilight - Stephenie Meyer
A Great and Terrible Beauty - Libba Bray
Rebel Angels - Libba Bray
2006-07-05 17:29:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋