Tag: 2009

The Dark Divine by Bree Despain

The Dark Divine by Bree Despain

Title: The Dark Divine Author: Bree Despain Publisher: EgmontUSA Release Date: December 22, 2009 ISBN: 978-1606840573 Size: 384 pages, hardcover Genre: YA Paranormal Grace Divine, daughter of the local pastor, always knew something terrible happened the night Daniel Kalbi disappeared–the night she found her brother Jude collapsed on the porch, covered in his own blood–but she has no idea what a truly monstrous secret that […]

December 22, 2009 / 2 Comments

Stolen Christmas & Other Stories of the Season – Various Authors

What happens when you’re so poor you have to steal your Christmas presents? Or have you ever taken a punch in the face as your Christmas gift to the girl you love? Or saved Christmas while hunting were-weevils? These award-winning Christmas stories are the best of the best from the 2007—2009 LDS Publisher Christmas Story Contests. From Christmases past, to present to future; from sweet […]

November 18, 2009 / 0 Comments

Dawn’s Early Light by L.C. Lewis

This third volume of L.C. Lewis’s War of 1812 historical fiction epic, Free Men and Dreamers, covers the British offensive against Washington D.C. Once Napoleon is subdued, and despite the commencement of peace negotiations, Britain unleashes her triumphant European conquerors on America. And their primary target? Washington. While attentions turn to the defense of the Capital, mercenaries threaten the Winding Willows and White Oak plantations, […]

November 11, 2009 / 0 Comments
FarWorld: Land Keep by J. Scott Savage

FarWorld: Land Keep by J. Scott Savage

Four mythical Elementals—Water, Land, Air, and Fire—have the power to save two worlds, Earth and Farworld, from a common enemy: the Dark Circle. In book one, Water Keep, a portal has been opened between the two worlds, allowing Marcus, from Earth, and Kyja, from Farworld, to combine their unique gifts and begin their epic quest to find the Elementals. In book two, Land Keep, Marcus […]

October 26, 2009 / 4 Comments

Elfs in a Conquered Realm by Anna del C. Dye

On their visit to the vanquished Kingdom of Menarm the elfs face many uncertainties. However, they are strong in numbers and sure of their purpose. Zyrthal, the young elf strategist, is given the task of finding the kingdom’s hidden treasures; but instead the elfs encounter ruthless highwaymen. Meanwhile, the two half-elf princes play among the ruins of Menarm to their hearts’ content while their parents […]

October 7, 2009 / 0 Comments
The Maze Runner by James Dashner

The Maze Runner by James Dashner

When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his first name. His memory is blank. But he’s not alone. When the lift’s doors open, Thomas finds himself surrounded by kids who welcome him to the Glade—a large, open expanse surrounded by stone walls. Just like Thomas, the Gladers don’t know why or how they got to the Glade. All […]

October 6, 2009 / 3 Comments
Pingo by Brandon Mull & Brandon Dorman

Pingo by Brandon Mull & Brandon Dorman

Title: Pingo Author: Brandon Mull Illustrator: Brandon Dorman Publisher: Shadow Mountain Release Date: August 5, 2009 ISBN: 978-1606411094 Size: 32 pages, hardcover Genre: Children’s Picture Book What happens when your imaginary friend becomes your imaginary enemy? New York Times bestselling author Brandon Mull and No.1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Brandon Dorman team up in this new children s picture book that explores the meaning […]

August 6, 2009 / 0 Comments
San Juan Pioneers: The Undaunted by Gerald N. Lund

San Juan Pioneers: The Undaunted by Gerald N. Lund

The journey was impossible. But they had no other choice. At the call of their prophet, they left well-established farms and businesses to strike out yet again into the untamed wilderness. A small band of men, women, and children formed the 1879 pioneer company. Their mission: stand as a buffer between lawlessness and civilization. Their road: only what they created themselves, blasting out a perilous […]

August 5, 2009 / 0 Comments
Altared Plans by Rebecca Cornish Talley

Altared Plans by Rebecca Cornish Talley

The perfect day. The perfect marriage. The perfect groom. What could go wrong? Caitlyn has been preparing for her perfect wedding all her life. But when her fiancé abandons her at the altar, Caitlyn vows she ll never love again. Going to BYU doesn’t make that easy, however, and avoiding all social contact can only last so long. When her bishop calls her to be […]

June 15, 2009 / 4 Comments
Petronella Saves Nearly Everyone: The Entomological Tales of Augustus T. Percival

Petronella Saves Nearly Everyone: The Entomological Tales of Augustus T. Percival

Title: Petronella Saves Nearly Everyone: The Entomological Tales of Augustus T. Percival Author: Dene Low Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Books for Children Release Date: June 1, 2009 ISBN: 978-0547152509 Size: 208 pages, jardcover Genre: Middle Grade You would think Petronella’s sixteenth birthday would be cause for celebration. After all, fashionable friends are arriving at her country estate near London, teas are being served, and her coming […]

June 1, 2009 / 1 Comment