CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 4, 2012
"A surprise ending will leave readers anticipating Mira's next mission as she follows her mother through time and history. (bibliography) (Fantasy. 10-14)"
Her mother's mysterious absence, a perplexing postcard and a unique family ability sends Mira on a race through time.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: March 20, 2012
"Action and enthusiasm aplenty, but, like most time-travel tales, not much for internal logic. (recommended reading) (Science fiction. 10-12)"
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Back to the Future–style romp through time, though with more loose ends than a bowl of spaghetti.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2011
"Clothes, boys and adventure make for a quick series opener. (Fantasy. 11-15)"
Uncomfortable with her body and braces, seventh-grader Louise Lambert spends her time sketching outfits and daydreaming about the day when she'll be glamorous.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 22, 2008
"Somewhat slow in this installment, but intriguing enough nonetheless to keep kids reading what promises to be an exciting trip through history. (Fiction. 10-14)"
Fans of Haddix's Shadow Children books will want to jump on this time-travel adventure, which kicks off yet another series.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2007
"Huzzah! (Fiction. 10-14)"
"[T]he British Empire," declares Mrs. Emily Mumby, ancient superhuman creator of the Solar System and Art and Myrtle's mum, "stands on the brink of an invasion by highly intelligent hats from the future!"
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2007
"A light read, with glimpses into other times and places, with the promise of better to come. (Fantasy. 10-14)"
Sam Faulkner's mother is dead, his father's been missing for two weeks, he's being threatened by a bully at school and he's just turned 14.
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