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BROWSE BOOK REVIEWS




Children's and Teen: High School


Cover art for REBEL SPIRITS
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2013

"A squeaky-clean romance for the youngest end of YA or readers who want nothing objectionable when it comes to love stories. (Ghost story. 12 & up)"
Fervor for the Civil War never dies; neither can one of its soldiers. Read full book review >
Cover art for ROMEO BLUE
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2013

"Patient readers will nevertheless enjoy this combination spy novel/coming-of-age story. (Historical fiction. 11-16)"
In the sequel to The Romeo and Juliet Code (2011), 12-year-old Flissy's World War II adventures continue. Read full book review >
Cover art for SPIRIT
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2013

"For dedicated series fans only. (Paranormal romance. 12-18)"
The third in the Elemental series largely turns from the charismatic Merricks to the problems of Hunter, a spirit elemental who was introduced in the first title, Storm (2012). Read full book review >
Cover art for GETTYSBURG
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2013

"Thorough to a fault, and for young readers at least, no replacement for Jim Murphy's oldie but goodie The Long Road to Gettysburg (1992). (glossary, index, bibliography) (Nonfiction. 12-15)"
Wagonloads of detail weigh down this overstuffed account of the Civil War's most significant battle and its aftermath. Read full book review >
Cover art for YOUNG JERRY FORD
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2013

"A revealing portrait of the formative years of a future president of the United States. (Biography. 10-14)"
A vivid, colorful and insightful biography of the 38th president of the United States looks at his childhood and adolescence. Read full book review >
Cover art for MOTHER TERESA
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2013
by Lewis Helfand, illustrated by Sachin Nagar

""Why did she want to help? Why could she not turn a blind eye to those in need?" A searching and reverent treatment. (bibliography, foldout poster) (Graphic biography. 11-14)"
Mother Teresa shines brightly both figuratively and literally in this graphic portrait of her life and mission. Read full book review >