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FENDER HEADAn engaging, unusual fugitive tale mixing bloodshed and quirky humor with a provocative ending. Full review >
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DIAL M FOR MUTANTS!by Mat Thorne
A genre-blending novel of absurdist comedy. Full review >
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THE BATTLE FOR TRIMERAA well-crafted fantasy laced with frustrated romance. Full review >
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THE TIMEMATICIANWildly entertaining, with a thoughtful layer under all the villainous boasting and ka-pow action. Full review >
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END OF THE GODSby Bill Fernandez ; illustrated by Judith Fernandez
An excellent, well-told primer on Hawaiian history. Full review >
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FINDING FRANCESA page-turning coming-of-age tale that offers an offbeat spin on the YA suspense genre. Full review >
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TRAITORS FOR THE SAKE OF HUMANITYA rich historical novel of Germans who plotted against Hitler. Full review >
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THE TOWER PRINCESSby Michelle Tocher ; illustrated by Richard Row
An uplifting, unconventional, and deeply imaginative remembrance. Full review >
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LOVE'S LEGACYby Daniel Fallon Daniel Fallon
An engaging historical treasure hunt with some intriguing findings. Full review >
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THE LIP READERby Michael Thal
Despite a few flaws, an absorbing story of resilience in the face of challenges. Full review >
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A MATCHBOX FULL OF PEARLSA slow, complicated mystery that pays off in the end. Full review >
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LULU AND THE MISSING TOOTH FAIRYby S.E. Richey ; illustrated by Jhon Ortiz
A clever, humorous, and joyful tooth story. Full review >
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PLAGUE OF FLIESAn atmospheric magical-realist tale with a compellingly ominous interpretation of the gold rush. Full review >
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GET YOUR CAREER IN SHAPEA valuable, forcefully worded series of practical encouragements for women seeking advancement. Full review >
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THE FOREIGNER'S CONFESSIONby Lya Badgley
A gripping tale about Cambodia that offers impeccable research and a strong sense of place. Full review >
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COUNTRY OF THE BIRCH TREESA sweet, positive tale about teen issues. Full review >
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TWENTYONE OLIVE TREESby Laura Formentini illustrated by Marit Cooper
An offbeat and uplifting contribution to the literature of grief. Full review >
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THE GREAT LITTLE TAILORby ; Isabel Cintra illustrated by Zeka Cintra
A heartfelt illustrated fairy tale for young audiences. Full review >
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WHAT I WISH I HAD KNOWNAn affecting story of loss, grief, and recovery. Full review >
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A FINAL CALLby Eliot Parker
An improbable detective tale that will thoroughly charm readers. Full review >
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SOMETIME A CLEAR LIGHTAn easygoing and affecting reflection. Full review >
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The House on East Canal Roadby Neerja Raman
An evocative, well-imagined portrayal of late-colonial India through one family’s eyes. Full review >
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CAN YOU SEE IF I'M A BEE?by Melissa Edwards ; illustrated by Jonathan Woodward
A book of entomological facts and authoritative illustrations, all delivered with a light, child-friendly touch. Full review >
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REPURPOSEDA heartfelt, extensively intimate account of finding a deeper Christian calling in life. Full review >
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BALU SAVES THE DAYby Pria Dee ; illustrated by YoungJu Kim
An engaging tale about community response that highlights the necessity of global health care. Full review >
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BILLY MAKES COOKIESby Pria Dee
An enjoyable and relatable tale of childhood mishaps. Full review >
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WE ARE NOT SAINTSby H. Les Brown
A fun, deliciously scandalous, if unevenly written, depiction of queers in the clergy. Full review >
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THE REZ DETECTIVESby Steven Paul Judd & Tvli Jacob illustrated by M.K. Perker
Unforgettable kid detectives plus dazzling artwork make this book a must-have. Full review >
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MENCIUS IN MODERN PERSPECTIVESAn approachable edition of Mencius’ philosophy that makes his wit and wisdom relevant for a new age. Full review >
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VINNY AND CHIPby Tomi Saga ; illustrated by Mackenzie Ott
A sweet, thoughtful animal tale that highlights teamwork, courage, and friendship. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY
THE CITY OF INFINITE LIFEA thoughtful, involving tale about remarkable human allies fighting an insidious AI. Full review >
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THE STUFF THAT DREAMS ARE MADE OFA detective story that’s sexy on the surface and smart to the core. Full review >
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