The Truth About Forever

by Sarah Dessen

This book was so good, I read it in 7 hours.

After witnessing her own father's death, 16 year-old Macy's life has been all about school, grades, and basically, being perfect. She lives out her simple life, never taking risks, never deivating from her perfect schedule.

But when Macy gets a job with Wish Catering, her life changes. She meets Kristy, Monica, Delia, and most importantly, Wes. Wes is an artist of sorts, and he and his friends show Macy how to live, really live.

The characters in this book are well-developed, gripping, and the story makes you laugh and cry. I recommend it to teenage girls 14+.

The Goodness Gene

by Sonia Levitin

If you like The House of the Scorpion, by Nancy Farmer, you'll like this book. This book is set in the year 2305, where the The Compassionate Director, founder of the Goodness, rules what was formerly America. The Compassinate Director's twin sons, Will and Berk, plan to follow in his footsteps. But in a world where not everything is what it seems, Will has to deal with what it really means to follow the Goodness.

4 out of 5 stars, recommended to all teens.