August 2005 Book Releases

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I found a few new book releases for Young Adult Fiction and I thought I would share. If anyone knows of anyothers, please share. The release dates are from Barnes and Noble and are good in the United States. I'm not sure if these dates apply to the UK or not, but if someone has information to add, please feel free to do so. Thanks!


Warriors New Prophecy #2: Moonrise
By Erin Hunter


Release Date: August 2, 2005
Description:
Several moons have passed since six cats set out from the forest on an urgent journey to save all their Clans. Now those six are traveling home again, but on their way through the moutains, they meet a tribe of wild cats who seem to have their own set of warrior ancestors... and their own mysterious prophecy to fufill. Stormfur can't understand their strange fascination with him, but he knows the danger they face is real.
Meanwhile, back in the forest, Firestar's daughter Leafpaw watches ThunderClan's world crumble around her, as the humans' terrible machines destroy more and more of their home. Will the questing cats be back in time to save the Clans, or will they be too late?


The Mistmantle Chronicles Book 1: Urchin of the Riding Stars
by M. I. McAllister

Release Date: August 9, 2005
FROM THE PUBLISHER
Like Redwall for a new generation, The Mistmantle Chronicles is a thrilling new fantasy trilogy for ages eight and up. Book One: Urchin of the Riding Stars is an epic story of treachery and revenge set on the island of Mistmantle, a magical world of squirrels, otters, and moles.

On a night when the sky is alive with shooting stars, a baby squirrel is found abandoned on a distant beach. Adopted by a kindly squirrel, Urchin is raised by the animals of Mistmantle, all the while unaware of his powerful destiny and the role he will play in the island's future. Mistmantle has always been a free society, but under the new influence of the villainous squirrel captain Husk, the king has enacted dreadful new laws and made slaves of those who were once his loyal subjects. When Urchin's hero, Captain Crispin, is framed for a terrible murder and banished from the island, Urchin has a special role to play. With only his wits and a few friends to guide him, Urchin sets out to restore justice and bring back peace and freedom to Mistmantle.

Beautifully written, with gorgeous line drawings throughout, Urchin of the Riding Stars is a tale of high adventure, fantasy, and suspense that is sure to become a modern classic.

M.I. McAllister is the author of several young adult novels, including The Octave of Angels. She is married to a vicar and lives with her family in Yorkshire, England.


Molly Moon's Hypnotic Time Travel Adventure
By Georgia Byng

Release Date: August 16, 2005
Description: Molly Moon is back-and this time she's in Los Angeles. Along with Rocky and Petula the pug, Molly is tracking the sinister activities of american billionaire Primo Cell, who wants to become president and take over the world. He has all the Hollywood celebrities in his power, but Molly Moon has an amazing power of her own, which even she doesn't know about....

Eldest: Inheritance Trilogy Book 2
By Christopher Paolini

Release Date: August 23, 2005
FROM THE PUBLISHER
Darkness falls...despair abounds...evil reigns...

Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in the skills of the Dragon Rider: magic and swordsmanship. Soon he is on the journey of a lifetime, his eyes open to awe-inspring new places and people, his days filled with fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and nothing is what it seems. Before long, Eragon doesn’t know whom he can trust. Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle -– one that might put Eragon in even graver danger. Will the king’s dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life....

Beyond The Valley of Thorns: The Land of Elyon Book 2
By Patrick Carman

Release Date: August 30, 2005
SYNOPSIS
Alexa thought her troubles were over when she defeated the man who had threatened to bring down Bridewell from within. But now that the walls around her land have fallen, a new, unexpected threat has risen from outside. Suddenly, Alexa is involved in a battle much, much larger than her own life . . . a battle in which she is destined to play a key role. In order to help good defeat evil, Alexa and her friends must venture farther than they've ever gone before -- confronting giants, bats, ravenous dogs, and a particularly ghoulish mastermind in order to bring back peace.
 
the chris pallini i might check out, but only because i feel i should after slogging through eragon.
 
I'd be interested in reading peoples views of these new books :D before I try for them.
 

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