100 DAYS (FSG/Macmillan) Contemporary young adult fiction: A Junior Library Guild Selection
What the critics are saying:
“In capturing the angst of adolescence and the power of friendship, 100 DAYS is both heartbreaking and triumphant.” ~Natasha Friend, author of The Other F-Word
“A tender, often funny tale, this story’s heartbreaking ending packs no less of a punch even though readers are prepared for it.” ~Kirkus Reviews
“Rife with compelling contemporary issues, this novel delivers a heartfelt story to a diverse readership.” ~School Library Journal
“…climactic and affecting.” ~Booklist
THE JILLIAD (Altitude Press) Contemporary fiction/women’s fiction
Amazon Reviews:
“After two successful YA novels, Nicole McInnes showcases her literary range with an engaging novel focused for an adult audience. The Jilliad examines the travails of love, desire, relationships, and marriage, while also charting the strength and resilience necessary for overcoming the heartache of betrayal and finding a new path forward.”
“Nicole McInnes is brilliant! I have read all of her books and cannot wait for the next. You will not be disappointed…”
“Such a great story of a woman discovering her worth and desires after taking a two decade sabbatical from her talent, aspirations, and sense of self.”
“…a great read with significant themes that never bog down but will satisfy you at the end.”
BRIANNA ON THE BRINK (Altitude Press) Contemporary young adult fiction
What the critics are saying:
“A captivating opening and fresh, honest dialogue elevate this tale of teen angst run amok, making for a promising debut. . . . Who could resist? McInnes does a superb job following the labyrinthine inner logic of a self-involved teen. . . [She] keenly captures the nuances of teen dialogue and the duplicity of high school alliances, making her an author to watch.” ~ Kirkus Reviews
“Brianna’s growth and the choice she faces…are engaging.” ~Publishers Weekly
“McInnes has managed to make Brianna a realistic 16-year-old without resorting to stereotypes…The crux of the book is the concept of family and what it really means. All in all…a good deal of teen appeal.” ~School Library Journal