Wednesday, September 13, 2017

The Daughters of Mannerling: The Banishment by M. C. Beaton


Edwardian times makes this a good read.  M. C. Beaton does it again!

Charlotte Holmes: The Last of August by Brittany Cavallaro



The story continues.  It's a dangerous adventure tainted with drugs and risky behavior.  It's up to Jamie and Charlotte to discover where a missing family member.  It's a good read.  But it's also a dark read.

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Agatha Raisin: Agatha Raisin and the Haunted House by M. C. Beaton



It's a good read.  The audio book is also enjoyable.  Especially read by Penelope Keith.  Enjoy.

Anna and the Swallow Man by Gavriel Savit



I'm not sure about this one.  It's written beautifully but there are some dangerous moments when Anna is forced to do some things naked that little girls shouldn't do.  I think I would skip it as a choice for the library but it is perfect for public libraries.  The story is for mature readers.  It's a hard read.  Keep in mind it's when there are both German and Soviet soldiers and the two main characters have to survive to live.

Sunny: Swing it, Sunny by Jennifer L. Holm & Matthew Holm



It's a good graphic novel that is set in the 1970's.  You'll see lots of 70's references.  It's fine for any middle school library.

Court of Fives: Buried Heart by Kate Elliott



It's a good series and lots of adventure.  Fine for high school library.  Enjoy.

Sunday, September 10, 2017

The Conspiracy of Us: The Ends of the the World by Maggie Hall



The series is fine for high school libraries.  A bit of romance, adventure and danger with  a touch of political play and tragedy to make the story a page turner.

Court of Fives: Poisoned Blade by Kate Elliott


The series is pretty good and fine for high school libraries.  Enjoy.

Court of Fives: Court of Fives By Kate Elliott



It's a pretty good story.  The writing is a bit simplistic but the story gets better as book 2 picks up
It's fine for any library.

Little & Lion by Brandy Colbert



This book is the ultimate diverse story.  Suzette is an African-American teen who's step brother is a red headed Jewish teen with emotional and mental health concerns.  Suzette is also attracted to both boys and girls.  And had to face some bullies at her boarding school.  She also learns about sex while away.  It's a good story and great for public and personal libraries.  Before you put it in a high school library, read the book first so you'll know what it is about.  It is a good read.

Saturday, September 9, 2017

The Star-Touched Queen: A Crown of Wishes by Roshani Chokshi


It's a magical story beautifully told.  The first book was wonderful and now enjoy the second book.  It feels like it's from India or an India like world.  Magic, fighting, journey and romance make this a charming story to enjoy. I'm getting this for my high school library.

Agatha Raisin: Agatha Raisin and the Witch of Wychhadden by M. C. Beaton



I love this series.  It's a good British modern murder mystery.  Enjoy.

Hunter Series: APEX by Mercedes Lackey



It's a great series.  Set in a future time and there is a war between the world of faeries and the world of humans.  The story line works because the plot is entertaining and suspenseful.  Good character and the relationships ring true.  It's a good read and I will pick up the series for my library.

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Solo Kwame Alexander & Mary Rand Hess


Family dysfunction can affect any family.  With a father that is an addict and also a well known rock and roll star can mess with the family dynamics.  Mom dead from a tragic allergic reaction.  Looking for a natural birth mother and finding the meaning of life.

Magisterium: The Silver Mask By Holly Black and Cassandra Clare



It's a good series. Think Harry Potter meets The Immortal Instruments.  Enjoy.  Audio book is also good.  Enjoy.

When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon


This is a cute story and a glimpse of life in an Indian family's life.  Dimple and Rashi do have a connection of the intimate nature just to be aware.  The book is a good read.  Or a good audio book listen.

Monday, September 4, 2017

Agatha Raisin: Agatha Raisin and the Love from hell by M. C. Beaton



It's a great audio book.  If you like a good murder mystery, Agatha Christy style, then enjoy this contemporary tale.

Lorien Legacies Reborn: Generation One Pittacus Lore



It's a good starting point that picks up where the last series had ended.  So what happened to all the teens who had special powers  after the war.  It's a good read.  Enjoy.

Better Than Good: Creating A life you Can’t Wait to Live by Zig Ziglar



It's a good listen and makes a good gift for graduates, bosses and leaders such as principals to presidents.

Mila 2.0: Renegade by Debra Driza



It's a page turner and so far I like the series.  I will buy for my high school library.  Looking forward to book 3.  Think AI meets Logan Run, meets the Jason Bourne series.  Enjoy.