Graceling

I purchased this book while I was in Utah and finished it a couple of days ago. It is the debut novel of Kristin Cashore and it is very very good.  Definitely fantasy (but no goblins or unicorns, Nanette) and it is a YA novel. 

Now available for the borrowing. (or, if you have the money to spend and want to support the author on her way to stardom, click HERE to buy)  :)

I just finished reading this YA book which was recommended to me by the elementary school librarian. She bought it on the sale rack of our Book Fair last year for only $5.00.
Now its being made into a movie.
As it says inside, this is a book about a nine year old boy, but it is not a book for nine year olds. (I would say Jr. high age at the very least).
It is not a happy book, but it is excellent.
I love that it is full of symbolism like the different "costumes" people wear, and the fences, real and imaginary.
Very powerful.
You should read it.
Be sure to have tissue nearby.

Fablehaven

Craig and I have just finished the third installment of the Fablehaven series by Brandon Mull. We both enjoyed it immensely.  So far I have enjoyed each book more than the last one, and cannot wait for March when #4 comes out. (just in time for me to read in the hospital, i guess!)

also, the rights have been optioned for a movie, and already a script has been written which Mr. Mull is reviewing currently.  He has another series, "The Candy Shop Wars", in case you want to check it out.