Pages & Co Tilly and the Map of Stories by Anna James

I think any kid who loves reading will appreciate this.  I think it will be helpful for the reader to have some knowledge of classic European fairy tales and other classic literature.  Audio book also good.  

44th Scotland St The Importance Of Being Seven by Alexander McCall Smith

 

I enjoy this series.  Not a murder mystery more of glimpses of favorite characters to follow as their story continues.  Based in Scotland and Edinburgh.  Years ago, I got to visit Scotland and Edinburgh.  A wonderful place to visit and I would go again.  

44th Scotland Street The Unbearable Lightness of Scones by Alexander McCall Smith

 A really subtle enjoyable humorous book of the lives of a group of Scots on 44 Scotland Street.  A good read and a good listen.  Enjoy.

Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco

 Interesting relationship between the sister and the demon, especially when the sister is a witch.  She's a good witch but still new to the world of dangerous creatures.  It's okay.

The Mists of Avalon Mistress of Magic by Marion Zimmer Bradley

 This book came out when I was in high school.  I remember seeing the book at a friends house and thinking I would like to read it.  It's a thick book so I went with an audio book.  Some mature content.  It's the legend of Arthur but in a different perspective.  More his mother and his sister, Morgana.  It's good, definitely for adults.

Susan Ryeland Moonflower Murders by Anthony Horowitz

 

One of the best talented authors that Great Britain has created for modern times.  This is a very smart book.  I love the novel inside the novel.  There are clues if you can find them, sort of like Easter Eggs.  I found some of the clues but so many layers and connections.  A really good book if you a re a murder mystery fan.  If I could have a author's dinner party,  It would be a lot of authors, including Horowitz.

A 44 Scotland Street Novel The World According to Bertie by Alexander McCall Smith

 It's like reading a soap opera.  A good read.  There a plenty of characters to meet.  Lots of subtle humor and irony.  Enjoy.

Jaclyn Hyde by Annabeth Bondor-Stone & Connor White

 It's a cute story that would entertain for reading.  I wasn't that excited about the story but it's fine for any elementary or middle school library.

The Rent Collector by Camron Wright

 This is a must read and will be in my high school.  If you know the history of Cambodia in the 1970s  and all the harm that was done, you will truly appreciate the book.  If you are new to the Cambodian history, again a must read.  It's about the power of the gift of reading, about gendercide and about redemption.  THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL BOOK/STORY.  A few years ago, I was able to visit Cambodia.  Our hired driver, was happy that we were all teachers.  He was a survivor of the tragic atrocities.  His  adult children had become teachers.  This is important because if you were a teacher in the 70s you were done.  

Stormrise by Jillian Boehme

 An entertaining story, think Mulan meets a dragon and a bit of Lord of the Rings.  Fine for any high school library.  Enjoy.

Zeroboxer by Fonda Lee

 A lot of boxing going on.  It's a science fiction story with genetic modification and also blackmailing.  I think I would add it to my high school library.  I think it would appeal to some student readers who might enjoy the book.  

All the Things We Never Knew by Liara Tamani

 There are parts I liked about the story and then there were parts that made me think no for high school libraries.  My concern is some of the sexy scenes in the book.  The story is two teens who are very attracted to each other.  But they are keeping personal info about themselves secret.  Carli's parents are splitting and it turns out Carli has a sister nearly her age, her dad has a second family.  Rex's mother died in childbirth and his dad is distant from him.    Fine for public libraries, I would say read before you consider buying.

The Inspector & Mrs. Jeffries by Emily Brightwell

I found a new, well old murder mystery.  I love Mrs. Jefferies.  Enjoy a good read and a good listen too!

44 Scotland Street Espresso Tales by Alexander McCall Smith

 The characters in this story have their ups and downs, life in their world.  So many colorful characters.  

Enjoy.

44 Scotland Street Love Over Scotland by Alexander McCall Smith

 

It's a good read and a good listen too.  I think Bertie is my favorite character.  He's a spunky 6 year old.  But it's the adults who make things much more colorful.  A cast of characters to enjoy.  Funny, touching and just regular life.  Enjoy.

The Body by Bill Bryson

 A great book to read or listen to. We have a nursing program in my high school.  I think this book would fit in my high school library.  We also have anatomy classes.  I would add this to my non-fiction section in my library.  Very interesting and written as a easy read.  The author also reads his book and it's a good listen too!

A Haunted Yarn Shop Mystery Knot the Usual Suspects by Molly MacRae

 A good series if you are looking for a quick murder mystery to read.  Revisit the characters that make Blue Plum interesting.  A good read and a good audio book .  Enjoy.

A Haunted Shop Yarn Mystery Spinning in Her Grave by Molly MacRae

 It's a murder mystery series that I enjoy.  The characters and dynamics are entertaining.  I enjoy listening to the audio books while I am driving and doing errands.  

A Haunted Yarn Shop Mystery Dyeing Wishes by Molly MacRae

 I am enjoying murder mystery series.  The same characters and some new ones are like visiting a favorite TV show.  It's a good read.  Enjoy.  Audio book also good.

Orphan Monster Spy by Matt Killeen

 I couldn't sleep till I finished this book.  It's intense.  A good book.  A spy story of a girl who must become a spy for survival.  She's a smart girl who must respond quickly.  Always endanger and works with a man who she helps on his missions and then there are times when she must take charger.  A good read and a good audio book. I'm adding to my high school library.

I Don’t Want TO Be Crazy by Samantha Schultz

 True story of Samantha Schultz.  She writes about her life, coping and not coping with anxiety attacks and mental health problems.  She writes about traveling overseas, working and going to college as well as social life.  Brings insight in what people are feeling or thinking when they are affected by mental health problems.

No Time Like The Future by Michael J. Fox

 A good book.  I listened to his audio book where he is reading his book.  I feel like I grew up with Michael J. Fox, watching his TV shows and movies.  A talented man who makes a positive difference in the world.  

The Cousins by Karen M. McManus

 Yep, I'm getting this one for the library.  Not quite horror by a good mystery thriller.  Add this to your high school library.

Clown in the Cornfield by Adam Cesare

 Every once in a while, a like a good thriller.  This is one right out of the movies and other clown stories.  It's a good one.  There a hints of paranormal but it's not what you think.  Add this one to your high school library.  Note:  there's not really paranormal but the book plays with your mind 

Meg Langslow Mystery The Gift Of The Magpie by Donna Andrews

 A Christmas Time Mystery.  I love that the community comes together to help their fellow members in need.  You would want Meg and her family living next to you.  Enjoy.

A Beechwood Harbor Ghost Mystery When Good Ghosts Get The Blues by Danielle Garrett

 Snappy dialog, interesting plot and some sassy ghosts make this story entertaining.  A good read or listen.  Enjoy.

A Goldy Bear Culinary Mystery Sticks & Scones by Diane Mott Davidson

 Love them murder mysteries.  A good read.  Enjoy or enjoy listening to the audio book.

A Yarn Retreat Mystery Knot on Your Life by Betty Hechtman

 Written in the Monterey area, in the area I visited since I lived in the area.  Hence, I really enjoy the books because I can actually visualize the places the author described.  Maybe a few changes in names of places.  Take a mental trip to Monterey with this murder mystery.  Enjoy a good read or listen.

A Lady’s Guide to Gossip and Murder by Dianne Freeman

 10 percent romance, 90 percent mystery and 100 percent fun to read.  Enjoy this murder mystery.  Audio book also good.  I'm on vacation and am mixing my favorite genre.  Enjoy.

Jackaby The Dire King by William Ritter

 It all comes to an end with this final installment.  Or is it???? hmmm.  It's fine to add this dark paranormal story to a high school library.  A good read and a good listen.  Enjoy.

Jackaby Ghostly Echoes By William Ritter

 If the TV show Supernatural show was set in the late 1800's/early 1900s, you would have the Jackaby series.  It's a great read.  A dark read but also really good.  I plan on getting the series for my school library.  Audio book also good.  Enjoy.

Jackaby Beastly Bones by William Ritter

 This is a great series.  A bit dark.  If you like the TV show Supernatural, then take that and send it to the late 1800's / early 1900's.  It's a smart series and would do great to grace the shelves of high school libraries anywhere.  Enjoy.  Audio book also good.

The Queen’s Thief Return of the Thief by Megan Whalen Turner

 I love this series.  It's taken years to write it and worth it. If you like The False Prince series, you'll enjoy this as well.  I love how smart the two main characters are in,  with false bravo and a sassy outlook.  There's war looming and getting out of traps.  Enjoy the read!

Pirate Stew by Neil Gaiman

 This book is perfect for Talk Like A Pirate Day. Looking for a fun read aloud book?  Here you go.  The illustrations are fun to look at.  If you get the audio book, the author reads the book.  He is a very good speaker and any book of his he reads, it's a treat to listen to his voice.  He knows how to tell a story.

Mrs. Pollifax A Palm For Mrs. Pollifax by Dorothy Gilman

I love this vintage series.  It's great fun to read/hear the adventures of an older lady finding a second life as a spy.  She travels all over the world and finds more then she bargains for.  A great read!
 

Land of Cranes by Aida Salazar

 Wow, the content in this story alone is eye-opening.  The book is written in a beautiful imagery even though the content gets ugly in how people are treated so disrespectfully.  How many people have similar stories as this one?  Because of content, I would say older readers, middle school and up.

Monstrous Devices By Damien Love

 This is fantasy, is a real nonstop adventure.  Lots of chases and danger.  Fine for any school library.

Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

 

I got lost in this book and not in a good way.  I didn't get it and decided not to finish the book.  It's rare that I do that but I did.  Looking at Good Reads and people either like the book or they don't. 

Christmas Stories Christmas Revelation by Anne Perry

I like Anne Perry, Christmas Stories series.  I never know where the story is going to take me.  This series is historical.  It's not the cute murder mystery.  A bit more darker.  Enjoy.

 

Christmas Stories A Christmas Grace by Anne Perry

 

This is a short novel relating to both Christmas and mysteries and a dash of finding yourself.  I like this series.  Enjoy.

Christmas Stories A Christmas Journey by Anne Perry

 

A short story about Christmas and back in the time of the 1800's in England and Scotland.  A bit of a mystery to keep one interested.

Spinning in Her Grave by Molly MacRae

 I'm hooked on murder mysteries since I was a kid reading Ellery Queen, Sherlock Holmes and Agatha Christie.  This is a cute series to enjoy.

Chaotic Goods by Whitney Gardener

 

I liked this story.  Cameron and her family are supportive of each other.  She is a talented artist working towards her goal for creating costumes for movies.  When the owner of a comic shop patronizers her and makes her and other girls sound like they aren't ready for certain comics that only boys would like, she decides to teach him a lesson by disguising herself as a guy.

She also get's cyber bullied which goes as far as calling her very bad names, giving out an old address that she use to live and making her feel very scared for her life.

Audio book also good.

A Promised Land by Barack Obama

 I loved this book.  It pairs nicely with his wife's book. I highly recommend the audio book.  It is a great book and a chance to go back in the past and see it through Obama's eyes.  

You Lucky dog by Julia London

 This is a very cute story and enjoyable.  It is adult and there are some mature themes (sex).  I liked the layers of how complicated the two characters are and the dogs makes this story just fun.  Audio book also good.  enjoy.

Watch Over Me by Nina LaCour

 Wow this is one intense read.  I couldn't put it down.  It's different but I think it would be fine for high school libraries.  Very dark and then charged with emotion at the end.

A Midsummer Night’s Scream by R. L. Stine

 At first, I was annoyed by the vapid teens but then the thriller part kicked in and I was hooked.  It follows all the tenants of a traditional horror teen movie.  Not boring at all.  A good build up of suspense.  Enjoy.  Fine for any school library.

The Incredibly Dead Pets of Rex Dexter by Aaron Reynolds

 It's a bit silly.  Remember the movie, Big?  well part of the plot in this story.  Not my favorite.

Permafrost Goblin King by Kara Barbieri

 An interesting read that continues the saga.  It's all right. Not as impressed.

Permafrost White Stag by Kara Barbieri

I think that this is a book that fits in public libraries.  I would say read before you put it in a school library.  This didn't wow me as other books. It's okay.  a few f*bombs.