not recommended


Was Snow White's Evil Stepmother a Victim of Circumstance?

Jennifer Minicus | 27 May 2013
written for ages 9-12 | not recommended
Have you ever wondered what is meant by, "They lived happily ever after?"


Compassionate Killing: the New Darling of Teen Lit

Clare Cannon | 3 May 2013
written for ages 15-18 | not recommended
Could it influence the next generation of voters, even those who've been taught better?


The Stravaganza Series

Tim Golden | 28 Feb 2013
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
A series about the avenues of escape people choose when faced with difficulties.


The 2013 Newbery Medal Winner

Clare Cannon | 30 Jan 2013
written for ages 9-12 | not recommended
As a warm-hearted animal adventure, Katherine Applegate's "The One and Only Ivan" is a worthy tale. But it doesn't stop there.


The Sterkarm Handshake

Tim Golden | 20 Jan 2013
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
The Time Tube allows people from the 21st century to travel to the 16th.


The Midwife's Apprentice

Margaret Hannon | 25 Sep 2012
written for ages 9-12 | not recommended
I like to think that a Newbery award winning book is a sure bet.


Shadowmancer

Tim Golden | 20 Sep 2012
written for ages 11-14 | not recommended
A somewhat confusing fantasy.


Postcards from No Man's Land

Tim Golden | 8 Jul 2012
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
Winner of both the Michael J. Printz and Carnegie Medals? This reviewer has a different take on this book.


Book Reviews

5 Reasons Why I Won't See The Hunger Games

Clare Cannon | 23 Mar 2012
written for ages 15-18 | not recommended
This review probably won't be popular, but it's important to talk about these issues.


Mission Telemark

Tim Golden | 8 Mar 2012
written for ages 11-14 | not recommended
A disappointing mixture of kids' caper and wartime resistance.


The House of Special Purpose

Maryana Garcia | 4 Mar 2012
written for ages 18 + | not recommended
With such a talented author, I was expecting more.


Dead End in Norvelt

Jennifer Minicus | 22 Feb 2012
written for ages 11-14 | not recommended
Since last year's Newbery winner was so exceptional, I had high expectations for this year's choice. I was disappointed.


Midnight in Austenland

Clare Cannon | 31 Jan 2012
written for ages 18 + | not recommended
A great children's author takes inspiration from an old favourite... and kills it.


Map of Nowhere

Tim Golden | 12 Jan 2012
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
Nick is forced by his brother's gang to engage in illegal activity.


The Demonata Series

Tim Golden | 27 Nov 2011
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
It you have any reservations about demons or black magic, walk away from this book.


Prized (Birthmarked #2)

Clare Cannon | 8 Nov 2011
written for ages 18 + | not recommended
Oh the grief when a treasured first book has a sequel that breaks your heart.


A Little Love Song

Tim Golden | 1 Nov 2011
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
Rose and Diana are left chaperoned after their aunt is taken ill.


The Left Hand of Darkness

Tim Golden | 19 Oct 2011
written for ages 15-18 | not recommended
An intriguing story suitable only for mature teenagers and adults.


A Day No Pigs Would Die

Jennifer Minicus | 7 Oct 2011
written for ages 13-16 | not recommended
Why is it that in the 1970's this sort of book always seemed to win awards?


The Children of Crow Cove Series

Jennifer Minicus | 17 Aug 2011
written for ages 9-12 | not recommended
I don't usually mind dreary stories, but I had a hard time keeping track of which man fathered which children in this series.

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