Review – Queen of Freedom: Defending Jamaica by Catherine Johnson
“Queen of Freedom” revives Queen Nanny’s story, highlighting her pivotal role in the Maroons’ fight for liberty in Jamaica’s Blue Mountains.
Tagged: Middle Grade
Review – Koku Akanbi and the Heart of Midnight
Koku Akanbi and the Heart of Midnight masterfully intertwines African culture and magic, exploring themes of identity, loss, and resilience in a captivating tale
Review – Kid Beowulf – Songs and Sagas by Alexis E. Fajardo
Kid Beowulf – Songs and Sagas by Alexis E. Fajardo blends epic adventure with youthful energy, reimagining classic tales for a new generation
Review – Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue by Paula Harrison
Girl by day. Cat by night. Ready for an adventure. All is revealed in Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue.
Review – Relatively Normal Secrets by C.W. Allen
All the elements rolled up make Relatively Normal Secrets a fine middle grade read.
Review – Octavia Bloom and the Missing Key by Estelle Grace Tudor
When you stumble upon a book that not only captivates your imagination but also whisks you away into a realm of magic and mystery, you can’t help but feel a sense of childlike wonder
Review – Gargoyle Hall by Angie Sage
This is my first introduction to the book series Araminta Spook who is a Chief Detective of her own detective agency. She’s funny, intuitive and decisive. Perfect for this role. Do join her on this new adventure to find out what mysterious happening are occurring at Gargoyle Hall. You’re in for a treat if you do.
Review – The Last Wild by Piers Torday
The animals are the stars of The Last Wild. You almost don’t notice the lack of humans in this book as the animals are marvellous characters with amusing personalities. Plus when we do get to meet humans, they’re not all that nice.
Review – Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly
Hello, Universe is a compelling narrative that tackles a multitude of themes. It’s a book that will leave you pondering long after you’ve turned the last page. If you’re in the mood for a story that celebrates diversity, friendship, and the magical twists of fate, this book should be next on your reading list
Review – The Impossible Boy by Ben Brooks
“Adults always pretend the things they do are terribly complicated and unknowable. For the most part, they’re walking into rooms and pressing buttons of one sort or another.” Best friendsOleg and Emma are clever, they have us sussed. They do something incredible and create an Impossible Boy. Reading about what happens next will be the highlight of your day. The crazy shenanigans that ensue are random and satisfying. The tender, sweet way that family and tough real life issues are discussed and portrayed is marvellous.
