adventurous hopeful inspiring fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: N/A

A great read highlighting the importance of those left behind during war and the vital roles they play. We follow Ned and his mum as they protect priceless art work during WW2. 
This book offers the perfect insight into the evacuees and refugees during the war and the impact they had. 
adventurous challenging emotional medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

A fantastic tale of finding yourself with plenty of twists and turns along the way. We follow Domino as she discovers there is a lot more to her than she thinks and tries to figure out just who can she trust. 
Readers will fall in love with Oshi the thunder lizard and find it hard to put this book down once you’ve been drawn into the story. 
Spectacular world building and a great range of characters, I really hope there is a sequel. 
adventurous funny fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

A cute story about finding yourself and who you want to be. We follow Abigail as she tries to become the deputy of Little Spittle but finds out just how hard it can be when the Bandit queen comes to town to steal the calcified heart and awaken dinomagik. Abigail along with Clementine, the daughter of the sheriff and current deputy, must find a way to stop the bandit queen but find themselves with more than they bargain for.
I really enjoyed the illustrations and the message of this book. This would be perfect for reluctant readers age 7+. 
adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

A cute story that follows Marnie Midnight as she starts at minibeast academy. We follow her as she makes some new friends and enemies, learns more about her hero Lunora Wingheart and finds out a few truths along the way. 
This is a fun story for 7+ about friendship and standing up for what you believe in. 
emotional informative reflective sad fast-paced

An interesting collection of photos and descriptions of places we should never forget. From abandoned factories where V2 rockets were built to crumbling bunkers and sunken vessels, this book showcases the history of world war 2 through the buildings and wrecks left behind. A reflective and informative read, thank you NetGalley and Amber books Ltd for the opportunity to read and review this interesting book. 
adventurous emotional inspiring fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

A lovely book full of beautiful illustrations, perfect for reluctant readers. 
We follow Syv the snowcat prince as he journeys across the land to find a long lost magical crown and the Eldking. Along the way he learns some truths and how to break the curse. 
The perfect example of how bravery and kindness can conquer evil. 

challenging emotional sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

An emotional book that deals with a hard topic in a compassionate way. 

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adventurous hopeful inspiring medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

A fantastic read to get lost in. We follow Fliss, Betty and Charlie Widdershins as they try to break the family curse. Along the way we discover a shocking backstory and twists that make this a book you won’t be able to put down. 
adventurous inspiring medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

I loved this book. The illustrations are bright and eye catching perfect for reluctant readers. The story itself is jam packed with monsters, fight scenes and the friendship woes that come with school. 
We follow Eowulf as she learns some home truths about her family and herself and sets out to change them. Fans of Percy Jackson, D&D and Amari and the night brothers will enjoy this. 
emotional funny sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated