September Archive


The Silver Sequence

Tim Golden | 29 September 2012
written for ages 11-14 | recommended
published in 2006 (2003)
The first in a fantastical science fiction series.

The Midwife’s Apprentice

Margaret Hannon | 25 September 2012
written for ages 9-12 | not recommended
published in 2012 (1995)
I like to think that a Newbery award winning book is a sure bet.

Shadowmancer

Tim Golden | 20 September 2012
written for ages 11-14 | not recommended
published in 2003 (2005)
A somewhat confusing fantasy.

Pie

Jennifer Minicus | 18 September 2012
written for ages 9-12 | recommended
published in 2011
Everyone knows the key to a great pie is the crust.

The Invisible Detective Series

Tim Golden | 13 September 2012
written for ages 9-12 | acceptable
published in 2007 (2003)
Another mystery in The Invisible Detective Series.

City Boy

Jennifer Minicus | 10 September 2012
written for ages 13-16 | highly recommended
published in 2004 (1948)
Anyone who has ever experienced puppy love should read this Pulitzer Prize winning novel.

The Saxby Smart Series

Jennifer Minicus | 07 September 2012
written for ages 7-10 | recommended with reservations
published in 2011 (2010)
Saxby Smart is a child detective.

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The Secret Garden

Tim Golden | 04 September 2012
written for ages 9-12 | highly recommended
published in 2005 (1911)
A timeless classic

 
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