CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"A satisfying counterpoint to conventional romantic teen fiction. (Fiction. 12-17)"
The chance discovery of a private journal leads 17-year-old Parker Frost on a journey in which she finds out as much about herself as about the mystery she is trying to solve.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Rich and strange (and kitted out with an eye-catching cover), but stronger in the set pieces than the internal logic. (Fantasy. 11-13)"
Chainani works an elaborate sea change akin to Gregory Maguire's
Wicked (1995), though he leaves the waters muddied.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Though the plot may seem a bit far-fetched at times, the realistic setting, believable romance and spunky protagonist will make this one worth the trip for mystery and romance fans. (Suspense. 12 & up)"
Who's never wondered what it would be like to enter witness protection and assume a new identity?
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Readers may pick it up for the reimagined fairy tale, but they'll remember it for Rachel. (Fantasy. 12-18)"
A contemporary retelling of "Rapunzel" overcomes a somewhat connect-the-dots feel with its gentle, spirited heroine.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"A miss. (Science fiction. 14 & up)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"It ends with one princess in exile and the other separated from her true love; whether there's a sequel to wrap up the dangling plotlines is unclear. Also unclear is whether readers will want it. (Fantasy. 11-15)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Amiable goofiness to the nth degree--a winner. (Graphic early reader. 5-7)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Featuring zany escapades, madcap magic and a cantankerous fairy godmother, this effervescent series debut enchants. (Fantasy. 9-12)"
A chance encounter with a fairy godmother with a penchant for glitter leads to merry mischief for 12-year-old Lacey.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"A flavorful mille-feuille with equally tasty layers of dark magic, light comedy and salty determination. (Suspense. 12-15)"
Receiving birthday well-wishes is a delight, unless one of those greetings is on creepy green stationery that obligates you to reanimate a supposed-to-be-dead wicked relative.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Life proves as haunting as death in this well-crafted ghost story. (Paranormal romance. 14 & up)"
Teens overcome troubled lives through metaphysical and spiritual opportunities in this poetic sequel.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"This unusual romantic mystery stands out. (author's note) (Historical fiction. 12 & up)"
When an inquisitive teen returns to her birthplace to meet her fiance, she uncovers a bizarre mystery surrounding her mother's grave, unleashing disturbing buried secrets.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: May 14, 2013
"Familiar roots and accessible themes make this strong collection a good introduction to Lanagan's mind-bending work. (author's note) (Fantasy/short stories. 14 & up)"
Lanagan unravels familiar myths and fairy tales, weaving them into unique, sharply resonant forms in this characteristically stunning collection.
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