Wednesday, February 23, 2005

Vegan Virgin Valentine by Carolyn Mackler

Mara Valentine is an overacheiving high school senior. Her one-year younger niece, V, is a wild child with a penchant for drama thanks to her flighty mother. When V moves in with Mara and her parents, both Mara and V are forced to examine their lives and end up becoming closer than they ever thought possible.

Highly Recommended
Dr. Tatiana's Sex Advice to All Creation by Olivia Judson

A wonderfully accessible look at the sexual practices of all manner of organisms, including humans. Written in advice column format.

Highly Recommended

Friday, February 11, 2005

Sorcery & Cecelia or The Enchanted Chocolate Pot by Patricia C. Wrede & Caroline Stevermer

This is a wonderful book that started out as a letter game between the authors. It takes place in an alternate universe of Regency England where magic exists. Two cousins, one making her debut in the London Season and the other having to stay home until next year, correspond and end up helping each other find love and solve a magical problem.

Highly Recommended