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FEB. 1, 2011
OCT. 11, 2011
Three true tales of adventure as grand and admirable in the telling as they were in the doing. Full review >
SEPT. 13, 2011
Visually stunning, completely compelling, Wonderstruck demonstrates a mastery and maturity that proves that, yes, lightning... Full review >
SEPT. 6, 2011
Heroic deeds, narrow escapes, dastardly villains, amazing coincidences and a family rich in love and hope are all part of an... Full review >
AUG. 2, 2011
An enticing read that is certain to keep both the hero and audience guessing at every carefully plotted reveal. (Fantasy.... Full review >
JUNE 9, 2011
The story recalls Lloyd Alexander at his wry, humane best; readers will be happy for every moment they spend at castle... Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
Readers with great expectations will find them fully satisfied by this tongue-in-cheek romp through a historic public House... Full review >
MAY 1, 2011
APRIL 19, 2011
MAY 1, 2011
A lush and intelligent opener for a topical eco-fantasy series. Full review >
OCT. 3, 2011
A marvelous, mystical romp that doesn’t ignore reality. A hint of a possible sequel whets readers’ appetite for more: Yes,... Full review >
FEB. 8, 2011
OCT. 4, 2011
In her first work for middle-grade readers, the versatile Oliver (Before I Fall, 2010, and Delirium, 2011) deftly creates... Full review >
OCT. 13, 2011
Sheer delight. Full review >
NOV. 15, 2011
Multilayered, compassionate and thought-provoking, a timely read on the sesquicentennial of America’s Civil War. Full review >
JUNE 21, 2011
A most worthy and enjoyable entry in the “feisty female” fantasy genre. Full review >
JAN. 11, 2011
JUNE 17, 2011
Taylor’s classic English nursery poem is narrated in a British accent and set to gentle background music befitting its... Full review >
JAN. 18, 2011
NOV. 1, 2011
Pure genius. Full review >
APRIL 11, 2011
NOV. 10, 2011
This is history at its best, an original and appealing way to mark the centennial of this familiar disaster. Full review >
FEB. 8, 2011
NOV. 22, 2011
Riveting. Full review >
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