New Releases by Catherine Jinks

Internet-themed novel for teenage readers. When 12-year-old fan Mercy Whetton tries to make contact with 1960s hearthrob Hector McKerrow, she sparks a worldwide Internet search that soon escalates into a fierce competition to find Hector. Award-winning author''s previous books include ''The Inquisitor'' and ''The Notary''.

Camilla''s father has promised her hand in marriage to short, fat, smelly Orazio. Only her very own saint could get her out of this one. Find out how a girl with attitude takes on a whole town when she decides she''s as good as anybody - even though her dad is a sewage collector. A humorous, rollicking tale set in 15th century Italy.

Set in the year 2008 - Dallas is trying to discover what is killing the feral pigs she shoots for a living - She befriends Felix, a teenage genius who works in the gene research laboratories and together they make a horrifying discovery.

Science fiction novel for teenagers. A boy finds a damaged starship which can think and talk. They become friends and together face a destructive force. The author''s other publications include ''Pagan''s Vows'' which was awarded the CBC Book of the Year Award (Older Readers) in 1996.

Novel, set in Sydney, dealing with human relationships and obsessions. The author''s other publications include ''The Future Trap'', ''Witch Bank'' and ''Pagan''s Vows'' which won the 1996 CBC Book of the Year Award.