TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

AROUND THE WORLD

by Matt Phelan & illustrated by Matt Phelan

Three true tales of adventure as grand and admirable in the telling as they were in the doing. Full review >

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WONDERSTRUCK

by Brian Selznick illustrated by Brian Selznick

Visually stunning, completely compelling, Wonderstruck demonstrates a mastery and maturity that proves that, yes, lightning... Full review >

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CITY OF ORPHANS

by Avi illustrated by Greg Ruth

Heroic deeds, narrow escapes, dastardly villains, amazing coincidences and a family rich in love and hope are all part of an... Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE MOSTLY TRUE STORY OF JACK

by Kelly Barnhill

An enticing read that is certain to keep both the hero and audience guessing at every carefully plotted reveal. (Fantasy.... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

DRAGON CASTLE

by Joseph Bruchac

The story recalls Lloyd Alexander at his wry, humane best; readers will be happy for every moment they spend at castle... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE CHESHIRE CHEESE CAT

by Carmen Agra Deedy & Randall Wright ; illustrated by Barry Moser

Readers with great expectations will find them fully satisfied by this tongue-in-cheek romp through a historic public House... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE INQUISITOR'S APPRENTICE

by Chris Moriarty & illustrated by Mark Edward Geyer

A marvelous, mystical romp that doesn’t ignore reality. A hint of a possible sequel whets readers’ appetite for more: Yes,... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

LIESL & PO

by Lauren Oliver & illustrated by Kei Acedera

In her first work for middle-grade readers, the versatile Oliver (Before I Fall, 2010, and Delirium, 2011) deftly creates... Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE FREEDOM MAZE

by Delia Sherman

Multilayered, compassionate and thought-provoking, a timely read on the sesquicentennial of America’s Civil War. Full review >

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