Keeper Series

Personal Opinion: Once again, I was originally sucked in to this series by the fantastic covers and splendidly surprised at the hilarious and original story packed inside. This is one of my personal favorites. It takes place in modern day with a pinch of fantasy that makes it both believable and exciting. This series is great for any girl who enjoys reading about a strong female lead who makes mistakes but is learning to find herself and where she belongs. The importance of family is a strong and endearing theme throughout the novels. It has a Harry-Potter feel to it, but not as dark or complex. Shannon Messenger is an incredibly talented and funny author and I can't wait to see how she finishes this fantastic tale.

Overview: Despite the trilogy-trend, this is an ongoing book series. Book four will be coming out in 2015. Here's how the author describes the first book: 

Twelve-year-old Sophie has never quite fit into her life. She's skipped multiple grades and doesn't really connect with the older kids at school, but she's not comfortable with her family, either. And Sophie has a secret--she's a Telepath, someone who can read minds.

But the day Sophie meets Fitz, a mysterious (and adorable) boy, she learns she's not alone. He's a Telepath too, and it turns out the reason she has never felt at home is that, well ... she isn't. Fitz opens Sophie's eyes to a shocking truth, and almost instantly she is forced to leave behind her family for a new life in a place that is vastly different from what she has ever known.

But Sophie still has secrets, and they're buried deep in her memory for good reason: The answers are dangerous and in high-demand. What is her true identity, and why was she hidden among humans? The truth could mean life or death--and time is running out.

Age Group: The main characters range from ages 12-15. The publisher recommends this series for ages 8-12. I think the reading level is a bit more flexible than that, and could absolutely be enjoyed at a much older age as well as possibly a bit younger. 

Caution Content: This series is very family-kid friendly and completely clean. The only sensitive issue I can think of is that Sophie does in essence become an orphan and has to relearn to live life with an adoptive family. Once again the romance (or hint of it) is age appropriate and very innocent.