Slumdog Millionaire: Music From the Motion Picture

Artist: A. R. Rahman
(L SLUM SM 02)
2008 Soundtrack

Upon receiving countless awards, Slumdog Millionaire was perceived by the public in a positive manner. But, what makes the movie better is the musical compositions of A. R. Rahman. A blend of instrumental mixes and modern beats, the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack captures many of the emotions portrayed in the movie. Featured songs include hits “O Saya” and “Jai Ho” along with others. The soundtrack is definitely worth picking up.

reviewed by TAB member Saniya K.

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Fire

By Kristin Cashore

(YA F Cash)

461 pages 2009 Fantasy

In a kingdom called the Dells where magical and often dangerous monsters lurk, a monster-woman named Fire lives. Drop dead beautiful, she has the power to read minds, and bend the will of others to hers. While her father used his monster power to corrupt a kingdom, Fire struggles to use hers only for good. However, when war comes to the Dells, and King Nash and his brother Brigand want to use her powers, Fire must decide if helping the kingdom is worth compromising her principals. A riveting prequel to Graceling. (Grades 8 & up)

reviewed by Teen Librarian Kay G.

 

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Alibi Junior High

By Greg Logsted

(YA F Logs)

244 pages 2009 Mystery

Thirteen-year-old Cody has traveled the world, speaks five languages and has two black belts in martial arts. When things get too intense for him and his undercover CIA agent dad, Cody finds himself experiencing a "normal" life in a small town and attending public school for the first time. So, why is middle school so tough and why does he feel like he's being secretly watched? (Grades 6 & up)

reviewed by Teen Librarian Elaine D.

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The Amanda Project: Invisible i

By Melissa Kantor

(YA F Kant)

292 pages 2009 Mystery

Callie has been part of the in-crowd for years, yet somehow she manages to keep her friendship with the new girl, Amanda, a secret. When Amanda suddenly disappears, Callie can’t figure out why the principal thinks she, Hal, and Nina, two social outcasts she never speaks to, would have anything to do with it. She soon discovers they were all friends with Amanda without knowing about each other. Following a series of seemingly random clues, they band together to discover what happened to her and why she chose them. Follow the clues at the interactive website (Grades 7 & up)

reviewed by Teen Librarian Shelly P.

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Hot Pick from TAB - Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts

Xbox 360

ESRB Rating: E10+

Banjo-Kazooie has existed since the days of the Nintendo 64. In the newest iteration by Rare, however, takes a new approach with this beloved franchise. Instead of using the same formula of past games, it utilizes an impressive vehicle-customizer in which your imagination is the limit. The graphics are phenomenal, and the humor is genuinely entertaining. However, certain mission structures become repetitive.

reviewed by TAB member Tom R.

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Prophecy of the Sisters

By Michelle Zink

(YA F Zink)

343 pages 2009 Fantasy

Twin sisters Alice and Lia have lost their father and mother. Immediately after their father's death, Lia notices a strange mark developing on her wrist and suddenly has dreams where she feels like she is flying. She also notices some odd behavior on her sister's part, but no mark. An old book in their father's library provides some clues, and she soon discovers that she and her sister are part of an ancient prophecy. But is her role one of good or evil? (Grades 8 & up)

reviewed by Teen Librarian Shelly P.

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