Spiderman Big Time Ultimate Collection
Peter Parker has finally hit the Big Time. He's a full-fledged Avenger,
he just landed a high-paying science job, and he has an amazing new
girlfriend. But big-time living means big-time pressure! When the
Hobgoblin returns, Spidey will need a slick new edge to defeat him. And
when the Scorpion targets J. Jonah Jameson and his loved ones,
Spider-Man must grapple with matters of life and death in a moving and
compelling tale. Then, Spidey is asked to join the FF, adding even more
to his already overful plate. Peter has never been one to shirk his
responsibility, but will all his new commitments prove too much to
handle? Plus: a new and strangely familiar Venom makes his debut!
Greek Mythology for Teens by Zach Hamby
"Greek Mythology for Teens" takes classical mythology to a new level by
relating ancient stories to the culture, history, art, and literature of
today. The book uses the innovative approach of reader's theater to
teach mythology to teens, asking them to act out the stories and become
engaged in a common learning experience. By looking at topics
instrumental to both mythology and modern culture, teens are encouraged
to question topics such as heroism, foolishness, love, and more. Each
chapter builds on a particular theme found in the central myth and
includes activities, discussion questions, and exercises that connect
the myth to the modern world and everyday life. Visually appealing
sidebars also give background on Greek and Roman mythology and culture.
"Greek Mythology for Teens" takes the classic myths taught in school and
turns them into an engaging, interesting, and modern way of looking at
old material.
Foul Trouble by John Feinstein
Terrell Jamerson is the #1 high school basketball player in the country.
His team is poised to win State, top colleges are lining up to give him
scholarships, and everyone says he could play in the NBA tomorrow. But
it only takes one false step to lose everything. Danny Wilcox is
Terrell's best friend and teammate, and a top prospect himself, but
these days it seems like "everyone" wants to get close to Terrell: the
sneaker guys, the money managers, the college boosters. They show up
offering fast cars, hot girls, and cold, hard cash. They say they just
want to help, but their kind of help could get Terrell disqualified.
Danny and Terrell better keep their eyes on the ball if they hope to
last the season. John Feinstein has been praised as "the best writer of
sports books in America today" ("The Boston Globe"), and he proves it
again in this fast-paced novel.
Michael Vey: Battle of the Ampere by Richard Paul Evans
The hair-raising action continues for Michael Vey in this charged third
installment of the #1 "New York Times "bestselling series. Michael,
Taylor, Ostin and the rest of the Electroclan have destroyed the largest
of the Elgen Starxource plants, but now they're on the run. The Elgen
have teamed up with the Peruvian army to capture them, and only Michael
remains free. With his friends due to stand trial for terrorism--a
charge that may carry the death penalty--Michael will need all his wits
and his abilities if he's to save them. Meanwhile, on the other side of
the world, Dr. Hatch and his loyal Electric Children have seized control
of the "E.S. Ampere"--the super yacht the Elgen use as their
headquarters. With the seven ships of the Elgen fleet now under his
control, Hatch heads back to Peru to gather his army and begin his quest
for global domination. Michael must free his friends then find a way to
stop Hatch, but Hatch knows Michael and the Electroclan are coming. And
he's ready for them. Can the Electroclan win the battle of the
"Ampere"? Or has Michael's luck finally run out?
Invasion by Walter Dean Myers
Walter Dean Myers brilliantly renders the realities of World War II.
Josiah Wedgewood and Marcus Perry are on their way to an uncertain
future. Their whole lives are ahead of them, yet at the same time,
death's whisper is everywhere. One white, one black, these young men
have nothing in common and everything in common as they approach an
experience that will change them forever. It's May 1944. World War II is
ramping up, and so are these young recruits, ready and eager. In small
towns and big cities all over the globe, people are filled with fear.
When Josiah and Marcus come together in what will be the greatest test
of their lives, they learn hard lessons about race, friendship, and what
it really means to fight. Set on the front lines of the Normandy
invasion, this novel, rendered with heart-in-the-throat precision, is a
cinematic masterpiece. Here we see the bold terror of war, and also the
nuanced havoc that affects a young person's psyche while living in a
barrack, not knowing if today he will end up dead or alive.
