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    ALMOST HOME

    SEPT. 13, 2012

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ALMOST HOME

by Joan Bauer

Sugar, with her natural gift for rubbing down imperfections, will win readers’ hearts. Full review >

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    SUMMER ON THE MOON

    APRIL 1, 2012

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SUMMER ON THE MOON

by Adrian Fogelin

Steeped in violence (more implied than graphic) and poverty, but focused on love and hope. Full review >

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    HOUND DOG TRUE

    SEPT. 19, 2011

CHILDREN'S

HOUND DOG TRUE

by Linda Urban

This outstanding, emotionally resonant effort will appeal to middle-grade readers. Full review >

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