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JULY 19, 2011
Neither a story with a plot nor a full-blown memoir, this brief look at a town suspended in time resonates with happiness... Full review >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
JAN. 18, 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 >
NOV. 22, 2011
Riveting. Full review >
SEPT. 27, 2011
Directly after the prologue, the narrative begins with the U.S. Capitol, built by slaves and freeman before Nelson steps... Full review >
SEPT. 1, 2011
Aesthetically superb; this will fascinate comics readers and budding artists while creating new Say fans. Full review >
MAY 10, 2011
FEB. 22, 2011
In her not-to-be-missed debut, Lai evokes a distinct time and place and presents a complex, realistic heroine whom readers... Full review >
AUG. 1, 2011
SEPT. 15, 2011
A big, serious work of historical investigation and imagination; the tale has never before been told this well. (Historical... Full review >
SEPT. 13, 2011
Characteristically provocative gothic comedy, with sublime undertones. (Autobiographical fiction. 11-13) Full review >
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MAY 1, 2011
Both solid introduction and exhortation, this book will thrill budding artists. Full review >
MARCH 8, 2011
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