Middle grade is often accused of being predictable but there was nothing forceable about the mystery and adventure of this story. I genuinely hope that there is a sequel so I can spend more time with these characters. SYNOPSIS When twelve-year-old Rory applies for a job at a spooky old mansion in his gloomy seaside... Continue Reading →
This historical fiction middle grade book had a mystery that kept me flipping through the pages until the very last moment. I doesn't get much better than this. SYNOPSIS In the town of Placid, Wisconsin, in 1871, Georgie Burkhardt is known for two things: her uncanny aim with a rifle and her habit of speaking... Continue Reading →
This middle grade fantasy had a fantastic cast of characters and a strong female lead! The mystery and the mythology had my flipping page after page to the delightful ending! SYNOPSIS For fans of portal fantasies like Jessica Townsend's Nevermoor, Colin Meloy's Wildwood, and The Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black, and unlike so many... Continue Reading →
This middle grade book features a 12 year old witch perfectly designed for me - her name is even Molly! I loved this story that gave me a smart and strong female lead and a core group of friends coming together to fight evil - it was good to the last page! SYNOPSIS When Molly... Continue Reading →
The divine Netflix trailer brought this series back to my attention. Now that I have read the first book I cannot wait to get my hands on more! SYNOPSIS When Enola Holmes, the much younger sister of detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared—on her 14th birthday nonetheless—she knows she alone can find her.... Continue Reading →
The follow up to one of my favorite middle grade books is finally in my hands! I wouldn't have believed it possible, but this book is just as wonderful as The One and Only Ivan. SYNOPSIS Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best... Continue Reading →
This middle grade story of the early days of football has all the elements of a Hollywood or Disney hit movie. An unparalleled talent, a football genius, and a team that refused to quit came together to give us the sport of football as we know it today. SYNOPSIS Jim Thorpe: super athlete, Olympic gold... Continue Reading →
This middle grade, action-packed trilogy had the perfect mixture of friendship and fantasy. I would like to immediately move to a place with miniature dinosaurs, fairies, and gentlemen flamingos. Note: Since this is a review of the trilogy I am going to share my views very generally to avoid spoilers. Also, I am actively trying... Continue Reading →
Between the ages of eight and twelve we all start to discover what makes us unique individuals. We learn how to make new friends and hold onto the ones that are dear to us. We take our first steps into discovering where our place is in the world and how to change and control the... Continue Reading →
I have been finding a great deal of comfort in reading (and re-reading!) middle grade books and young YAs. I will be posting a list of my favorite middle grade books later today but there is one thing about middle grade and YA books that fascinate me - Where Are the Parents? It seems like... Continue Reading →
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