How Jackson Patterson Saved the Band by Maureen Straka is a heartfelt middle-grade story about courage, friendship, grief, and finding the confidence to speak up for something worth saving.
Can an unconventional writing style deepen an emotional story? In Soccerwild, Craig Wells explores grief, healing, and resilience through the eyes of a young boy whose unexpected friendship with a coyote pup helps him begin finding hope again. Read my full review to see why this thoughtful middle-grade novel stayed with me long after the final page.
When Orion's songwriting is stolen at music camp, she must find the courage to stand up for herself and reclaim her voice. Stolen: The Orion Sessions #2 by Cheryl DaVeiga is an uplifting middle-grade story about friendship, resilience, kindness, and perseverance.
Orion Casey has stopped singing, but anonymous messages and a renewed love of music may help her rediscover her confidence. Read my review of Best Friends: The Orion Sessions by Cheryl DaVeiga, plus a special guest post from the author about finding your voice and staying true to yourself.
Today kicks off my two-part feature on J. Taylor's After Series. I'm reviewing Survival (Book Two)—a heart-pounding, middle-grade dystopian adventure set in Nova Scotia—plus hosting a poignant guest post from the author. Next week, I'll be back with The Invasion (Book Three).
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The Breaks: A Novel by Ellen Barker is a gripping and absorbing read that will resonate with fans of character-driven stories about resilience, redemption, and the power of human connection, particularly those who appreciate complex, atmospheric portrayals of community and the struggles of the human spirit. (StoryGraph)
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