As a teacher-librarian, I have the opportunity to read young adult books to share with my students. The list that I have provided will have an overview of the book and personal comments. They are on a Book-mercial style image to get a taste of the essence of the book.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry
The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry Beautifully written. I wanted to travel to all the places the author described. The characters are fantastic and the plot well crafted. I highly recommend this as an adult read. Enjoy.
Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection by John Green
Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection by John Green The audiobook was read by the author. I highly recommend this book. Maybe not for high school libraries unless there is research on disease or a ROP nursing program. Very informative. I learned a lot. Glad the book was written.
Trixie Belden #2 The Red Trailer Mystery by Julie Campbell
Trixie Belden #2 The Red Trailer Mystery by Julie Campbell This is a vintage story and the characters reflect the time. It's still entertaining and perfect for private libraries. Enjoy.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinn by Sally J. Pla
The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinn by Sally J. Pla It's a good book to add to any school library. It's not often you come across a character that is a girl in the autistic spectrum.
The Comfort Book by Matt Haig
The Comfort Book by Matt Haig I think this is an important book to read.
Seven Dirty Secrets by Natalie D. Richards
Seven Dirty Secrets by Natalie D. Richards I liked this story a lot. and is fine for school libraries. It's a thriller and nicely crafted. One problem with the story is the lack of adults. They aren't really present. Other then that it's fine.
Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach
Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach A good book to read about animal attacks, some historical perspectives and what people are doing to help their communities.
Sunday, April 13, 2025
From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks
From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks I liked this book. I read this for me since I'm a bit over 50. I found it helpful.
Labels:
Adult,
adults,
audiobook,
contemporary,
nonfiction,
self help
Spy×Family #10 SPY×FAMILY 10 by Tatsuya Endo
Spy×Family #10 SPY×FAMILY 10 by Tatsuya Endo
It's a fine story to add to a high school library. It's good to get the back story on the main spy in this series.
Spy x Family – Band 13 by Tatsuya Endo , Lasse Christian Christiansen (Translator)
Spy x Family – Band 13 by Tatsuya Endo , Lasse Christian Christiansen (Translator) Turns out I like this series of graphic novels. Fine to add to a high school library.
The Gorgon's Fury: Tales of Newel and Doren, a Fablehaven Adventure, Book 1 by Brandon Mull
The Gorgon's Fury: Tales of Newel and Doren, a Fablehaven Adventure, Book 1 by Brandon Mull It's a fine book with lots of fun and adventure to add to any school library. Brandon Mull always takes readers on an adventure. Enjoy.
Noodle Shop Mystery #2 Dim Sum of All Fears by Vivien Chien
Noodle Shop Mystery #2 Dim Sum of All Fears by Vivien Chien I like the main characters and community of this cozy murder mystery. A good series to follow.
Lord Edgington Investigates #12 The Christmas Bell Mystery by Benedict Brown
Lord Edgington Investigates #12 The Christmas Bell Mystery by Benedict Brown I like this series. You get to know what this young man is thinking and learning from his grandfather, a retired detective. There is a lot humor in this story series. Enjoy.
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Sweet Tea Witch Mysteries #12 Southern Wands by Amy Boyles
Sweet Tea Witch Mysteries #12 Southern Wands by Amy Boyles Magic used to solve a witches murder. This is filled with humor and an interesting murder mystery.
Labels:
Adult,
adults,
contemporary,
magic,
magic.,
magical,
murder mystery
The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem by Colleen Paeff , Nancy Carpenter (illustrator)
The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem by Colleen Paeff , Nancy Carpenter (illustrator)
A good book to add to any school library. Makes you appreciate what people did to clean up a rive and make things safe.
Trixie Belden #1 The Secret of the Mansion by Julie Campbell
Trixie Belden #1 The Secret of the Mansion by Julie Campbell This is a vintage story. About the time of Nancy drew series. A time before cell phone. Fine for personal libraries.
The Obsession by Jesse Q. Sutanto
The Obsession by Jesse Q. Sutanto Logan is a stalker obsessed with Delilah. She just excaped her mother's abusive boyfriend in which he was crushed to death by a car falling on him. Logan has damaging video on Delilah. He has been stalking her since the first time he saw her. This is a thriller. Heads up, off page abuse by mother's boyfriend. Still a good book and okay for high school libraries.
Cape Bay Cafe Mystery #2 Tea, Tiramisu, and Tough Guys by Harper Lin
Cape Bay Cafe Mystery #2 Tea, Tiramisu, and Tough Guys by Harper Lin If you follow me, you know I like to escape in a good cozy murder mystery. I'm adding this series to my books that I follow. Enjoy.
The Fifth Realm #1 Spin of Fate by A.A. Vora
The Fifth Realm #1 Spin of Fate by A.A. Vora is a book with a lot of characters. I'm going to pass on this one for my school library. It's okay but just that in my thinking.
The Ice Guy and the Cool Girl, Vol. 1 by Miyuki Tonogaya
The Ice Guy and the Cool Girl, Vol. 1 by Miyuki Tonogaya is fine for high school. Students are always looking for anime/manga to read. This is fine to add to any high school library. I thought it was a bit boring but its a safe book to add.
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