a few more books

I remembered a few more books from last year:
Need by Carrie Jones: This is somewhat dark YA urban fantasy, which I usually love. But somehow, this one didn't do it for me. The main character, Zara, was a little too passive and then suddenly not passive for me. And strange things got accepted quite easily, if I remember correctly. I did appreciate the fact that it was werewolves and pixies, but no vampires, but still, this wasn't a keeper for me.
When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead. This one was interesting. It felt middle grade, but creepy in a not-middle-grade sort of way, I think. It's a story about friendship and about time travel and about game shows. I enjoyed it, but it didn't quite gel for me. Not a keeper.
Playing with the Grown-ups by Sophie Dahl. I really, really enjoyed this novel. It felt like a memoir at times, and it was so easy to fall into the emotions of the characters, to feel all the turbulence Kitty felt while going through adolescence. It's about Kitty's experience growing up with a larger-than-life family. I absolutely recommend this one.
Rampant by Diana Peterfreund. Venomous, flesh-eating unicorns! Virgin unicorn hunters! Strong-minded heroines, close bonds of friendships, a couple cute boys, and the scenery of Rome! Crazy parents! This book is awesome. 100% recommended. I love this book. And can't wait for the next one.
Anyway. 5:15. Time to run. More books tomorrow!