More YA Speculative Books That Have Been Overlooked for Cybils

Today is the last day to nominate books for the Cybils!

Here's some more books that have slipped under the radar:


Love Metcalf's writing and this one is no exception!

I usually don't nominate sequel books but this one is a must read: Bewitching tale of Ink and Joy!  Loved!















2. REBEL BELLE is totally fun!

YA Books Central: http://www.yabookscentral.com/yafiction/16784-rebel-belle


Teaser: A great new series from Rachel Hawkins sure to appeal to Buffy fans. Humorous with a bit of Southern charm this story will worm it's way into your heart. Great romance and coming of age story with a touch of magic. I want more!!!!






3. THE FALL
YABC review: http://www.yabookscentral.com/yafiction/17226-the-fall

 Teaser: Fast-paced action had me turning the pages, not wanting to stop until I found out the fate of Madeline and her twin. There's hints of other grisly things that go on inside the Usher house. Madness is shown throughout and you can't help but shiver more than a few times.

A great retellling of Poe's THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER that will please not only fans of Griffin but those who love a good, creepy tale.









4.  DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT IT



YABC review: http://www.yabookscentral.com/yafiction/16642-don-t-even-think-about-it

Teaser: This is a fun new series with teens who develop the ability to read minds. I read it in one sitting. Now curious what will happen in the sequel.











5.  WANTED: DEAD OR IN LOVE


YABC review: http://www.yabookscentral.com/yafiction/17022-wanted-dead-or-in-love

Teaser: An unique twist on a historical YA with amazing insight into on of the most infamous crime couples of all time. Well-written with a touch of romance and fast paced suspense.


















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