BROWSE BOOK REVIEWS

2012 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Winners & Honor Books (page 2)

CHILDREN'S

Released: Dec. 15, 2011

AND THE SOLDIERS SANG

by J. Patrick Lewis, illustrated by Gary Kelley

"Grim, upsetting and utterly beautiful, this is both a strong anti-war statement and a fascinating glimpse of a little-known historical event. (Picture book. 8 & up)"

Definitely for older children (and most likely to be appreciated by adults), this version of the true story of the Christmas Truce of 1914 is told through the eyes of a fictional young Welshman, with a terse yet lyrical text and stark, dramatic illustrations. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: Oct. 1, 2011

LIFE: AN EXPLODED DIAGRAM

by Mal Peet

"Sophisticated teens and adults will appreciate this subtle yet powerful exposition of the far-reaching implications of war. (Fiction. 14 & up) "

A coming-of-age story framed by some of the most terrifying events of the last 60 years, from World War II to 9/11. Read full book review >