Flee: Fearless #17 by Francine Pascal (Pocket Pulse, 2001)
Gaia is a girl born without the fear gene and she demonstrates this with every move she makes. Abandoned by her father, she flees from her bad memories, but along the way experiences pain, death, and suspense. Of course, Gaia doesn't let anyone stop her from doing what she knows she has to do.

If on-the-run drama, strength, and bad-girl attitudes is your cup of tea, this book is for you. Read it and see if you agree with this fearless chick!

1-800-WHERE-R-YOU: Code Name Cassandra by Jenny Carroll (Pocket Pulse, 2001)
The author of the famous The Princess Diaries delivers another compelling teenage story. This book has all the necessities to make a girl go crazy: mystery, missing people, and a sexy boy. All 240 pages will keep you craving more.

The main character, Jess, has the psychic ability to find missing children. While working at a summer camp, she is forced to put her powers to work once again. But will she be able to escape the Feds, her stepdad, and the people who are trying to kill her?

Pick up this rad read, and see what happens!

On The Edge: Stories at the Brink by Lois Duncan (Aladdin, 2001)
From the author of I Know What You Did Last Summer, comes 12 fingernail-biting stories that will trigger your brain and grab your attention. From front to back, this is truly an extraordinary read.

If you're bored with adventureless stories, open this book, and let the free-fall begin!

Gone From Home by Angela Johnson (Laurel Leaf, 1998)
Twelve brief, emotion-packed dramas make up this great read that reaches many aspects of a young person's life. The stories show it is possible to overcome diversity through personal hardships and find valuable connections with others. Each saga will touch all corners of your soul.

Sit down and learn how to love and become friends with one another, and don't be afraid to reach for those tissues.

Girls in Love by Jacqueline Wilson (Delacorte, 2002)
This first book in the Girlfiends Trilogy is one all females can relate to. The main character, Ellie, is comical and living (She's kind of a younger, vainer version of the Bridget Jones character.) Now that school is back in session, 13-year-old Ellie, along with her two best friends, are on the prowil... the prowl for boys, boys, and more boys, that is!

Find out if the teen trio succeed in finding the boyfriends of their dreams!