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libraryalissa
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Wow wow wow. Atmospheric, immersive, memorable. Brilliant on audio. I couldn’t turn it off.
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A nuanced and fun story of family, culture, and wrestling.
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3.5 A middle grade graphic novel retelling of Anne of Green Gables, set in modern day Philadelphia. Straightforward, sweet, and ideal for upper elementary.
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4.5 A sweet, queer coming of age/love story with a strong voice.
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Great historical fiction in verse for middle school and above. The story starts slow but reaches a powerful crescendo. I hope this is one that teachers use with students for years to come. I look forward to the rest of the trilogy.
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A fun, unique fantasy romp ideal for upper elementary, especially those who love Studio Ghibli films.
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Complicated
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We need more books like this. Emmie has such a strong voice and isn’t interested in being anyone’s inspiration. She just wants to have fun and get in trouble like any other middle schooler. Yes, please.
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Mystical, deeply rural, grim af. I struggled to get my footing with this one, but I appreciated it’s deep sense of setting and thoughtful depictions of life in rural Kentucky. Gothic horror fans, YA and otherwise, will find a lot to love.
adventurous
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informative
inspiring
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fast-paced
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Diverse cast of characters:
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Flaws of characters a main focus:
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A fast-paced adventure story with a compelling message. Perfect for middle schoolers.