Editorial Reviews

This latest installment of the Jennifer Cloud series is rambunctiously self-aware, but boasts another excellent plot line. Old players and lovers from past books dance in and out of the story, and the context of the 1920s makes for a rich landscape where the novel’s clever characters can play. The language is simple enough, and never takes itself too seriously, delivering an engaging experience for those looking to escape. A clever mixture of time travel, spy fiction, and chick lit, In Style 4 Now is a highly entertaining read, whether you’re new to the series or already a fan.

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Hurtled 150 years back in the past, Jamie and Todd are two engaging young protagonists who must find a way to survive in an unforgiving era in London’s murky history. Combining elements of history, mystery, sci-fi and youthful adventure, Smith captures a rich, visceral time period and expresses the inherent challenges of growing up. Counting on one another as they navigate near-constant peril, Jamie and Todd are uniquely crafted characters that are both relatable and inspiring for young readers.

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The guidance provided in CBT Worksheets for Kids will be incredibly helpful to children with developmental, behavioral, or learning disabilities. The authors approach the process of educating children with OCD in a comprehensive, step-by-step process that will help increase the comfort of children, as well as improve the child’s willingness to communicate and work towards self-management. The worksheets are clever and stimulating, and have been clearly designed by experts who truly understand how to best engage and aid children with cognitive difficulties.

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A brilliant British adventure tale that plunges readers into the past and dangles a treasure just out of reach. The Darziods’ Stone is a fine mixture of history, mythology, and fantasy, thrusting an engaging group of characters into an epic struggle with dark and sinister forces. With snappy dialogue, well-developed characters, and an innovative storyline, this novel doesn’t let up its frenetic pace until the epic conclusion, making for a highly entertaining middle grade adventure.

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In The Demon’s Crystal, author Lenard Hale invites readers to a thrilling romp through the stunning, untamed beauty of Madagascar. With a quirky cast of unlikely allies, this unpredictable novel is a trailblazing tale for anyone who enjoys the path less traveled. Peppered with just enough suspense to keep you turning pages, Hale shows himself to be a master of crackling language and energetic plot twists, creating a novel that has broad appeal and a memorable finish.

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Author Chad Lee Erway creates a masterfully whimsical adventure with An Appointment with Fear, and the intrepid sleuths of Masterminds Incorporated are fresh, unique faces in the YA genre. With great pacing and a final payoff as good as any book for adults, this may be a quick read, but the moral lessons and richly developed characters make for impactful fun, and an excellent launch point for an extended series.

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A charming look at a middle-schooler’s struggle to navigate grief and acceptance. Jake, Lucid Dreamer is a book anyone would be happy for their child to read, or to read to their child. The dream sequences hold the reader and keep the book rolling at a steady pace. Naiman shows himself to have the chops for a middle grade author – mixing in common tropes with inventive new directions, and a number of important themes for young readers.

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With a sharp tongue and no fear of exposing her youthful failings and flops, author Yvonne Persson delivers a hilarious and sincere memoir that will make every reader cringe at their own younger selves. This collection of anecdotes – ranging from being asked out in the freezer section to applying French philosophy to teenage dating culture – is refreshingly honest throughout. The tongue-in-cheek writing style makes the book both heartfelt and humorous, with added insight into the turbulent 60s.

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