Nancy Werlin crafts compelling young adult fiction that spans multiple genres. Her critically acclaimed works include bestselling fantasy novels, suspense thrillers recognized with prestigious awards, and realistic fiction honored for its literary merit. Werlin delves into the complex emotional landscapes of adolescence, exploring the difficult choices and profound self-discovery her characters navigate. Her storytelling is distinguished by its ability to build gripping tension while offering resonant insights into the challenges of growing up.
"Sylvie and her mother and grandmother are beloved, trusted healers in their medieval French village, though some whisper that fifteen-year-old Sylvie and her grand-mere deal in more than herbs and medicines...After her grandmother dies, and an attempt to use magic to heal her mother's grief brooks tragic consequences, Sylvie leaves her village in search of a teacher."--
When seventeen-year-old Lucy discovers her family is under an ancient curse by an evil Elfin Knight, she realizes to break the curse she must perform three impossible tasks before her daughter is born in order to save them both.
Eighteen-year-old Eli discovers a shocking secret about his life and his family while working for a Nobel Prize-winning scientist whose specialty is genetic engineering.
Zoe Rosenthal thrives on meticulous planning, believing her life is perfectly on track with her boyfriend Simon. While she prepares for a future together, she secretly attends Dragon Con for the premiere of her favorite show, Bleeders, which Simon dismisses. Surrounded by passionate fans, Zoe begins to question her identity and priorities. This unexpected adventure challenges her to reconsider what truly matters to her beyond her carefully laid plans, leading to a night that could change everything.
Harry ist ein Ekel und quält Alison, wo er nur kann. Trotzdem verliebt sie sich in ihn.
For Matt and his sisters, life with their cruel, vicious mother is a day-to-day struggle for survival. But then Matt witnesses Murdoch coming to a child’s rescue in a convenience store, and for the first time, he feels a glimmer of hope. When, amazingly, Murdoch begins dating Matt’s mother, life is suddenly almost good. But the relief lasts only a short time. When Murdoch inevitably breaks up with their mother, Matt knows he needs to take action. But can he call upon his hero? Or will he have to take measures into his own hands? A heart-wrenching portrait of a family in crisis, this is Nancy Werlin’s most compulsively readable novel yet.
Elis Mutter leidet an einer erblichen Nervenkrankheit, die zum Tod führt. Die Chance, dass Eli sie ebenfalls irgendwann bekommen wird, liegt bei 50 %. Sein Vater drängt ihn, sich testen zu lassen. Aber Eli will davon nichts wissen und blendet diesen Teil seines Lebens so weit es geht aus. Statt aufs College zu gehen beschließt Eli, ein Jahr zu jobben. Er bewirbt sich bei Wyatt Transgenics, einem Forschungsunternehmen, das mit der genetischen Veränderung von Tieren experimentiert. Merkwürdig erscheint Eli das persönliche Interesse, das der Geschäftsführer Dr. Wyatt ihm entgegenbringt. Eli findet heraus, dass seine Mutter früher Studentin bei Wyatt war und mit ihm Möglichkeiten besprach, ein garantiert gesundes Kind zu bekommen. Dafür war sie bereit, einen hohen Preis zu zahlen, wie Eli entsetzt feststellen muss ...
