Wildwood Dancing

Wildwood Dancing, by Juliet Marillier [YA Fiction]

by Hanna C, Grade 12

Wildwood Dancing is a wonderful novel. It’s basically a fairytale. The main character Jena and her sisters are very easy to relate to, and are developed very well. It was hard not to feel for them in all the situations they were placed in. Marillier’s style flowed so nicely and kept me reading for several hours on end. The world she creates is beautiful and magical and I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys fantasy books.

by Marina, 9th grader

Five sisters and one magical frog travel to another world every full moon. There, with many interesting creatures of the Other Kingdom, they dance to celebrate the Full Moon. It’s a magical tale full of romance, adventure, and betrayal. They have to deal with a father on his death bed, the eldest wasting away for love, a power-hungry cousin, the dangerous Night People, and their beautiful realm in trouble. Can they conquer all? Or will their cousin crush them to take everything: killing their sister and watching them suffer? Read and find out, it’s an incredible book. You’ll never put it down.

A Mango-Shaped Space

A Mango-Shaped Space, by Wendy Mass

by Natalie, 8th grader

I have recently read a “Mango Shaped Space”, by Wendy Mass. This is an excellent book for older kids and teens. Mia Wrenchell seems like the most normal person in her family, except she has the ablility to put words into colors. If you are looking for a superb summer read, and you enjoy learning about interesting situations, then this is the right book for you.

Abarat

Abarat, by Clive Barker [YA Fiction]

by Phoebe, age 11

This book is a wonderful fantasy series that will blow your socks off! It’s about a daughter of an abusive alcoholic father and a depressed mother, and student of a horrible teacher. When Candy meets a new friend of John and his brothers, from there it all goes wild! I’ll let you read it for yourself.

P.S. Read it!

Trial by Journal

Trial by Journal, by Kate Klise [J Fiction]

by Catherine, age 11

This book is about Lilly Watson, who is put on jury duty. This story is great fun for kid. It is a funny mystery that will keep you at the edge of your seat. I really liked how you hear from everyone who’s important.