Amy Lilien-Harper
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Castle of Concrete
There is a definite need for books with Jewish protagonists. Unfortunately, this one, which lacks transitions and has the feel of a fictionalized memoir, falls flat.
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Let’s Scare Bear
While the story line is slim, the arresting visuals and nicely cadenced text make this an excellent candidate for storytimes. Most libraries will want to add it to their shelves
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The Rabbi Slurps Spaghetti
This is a sweet but not entirely successful story with an obvious lesson. Jewish school and temple libraries seeking books that portray rabbis in an accessible way may find a use for it, but others can pass
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When the Moon Came Down
While the artwork would certainly look lovely hung on a wall, it is not enough to support the awkward text. Most libraries can pass on this uneven effort.-Amy Lilien-Harper, Wilton Library, CT
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When the Moon Came Down
While the artwork would certainly look lovely hung on a wall, it is not enough to support the awkward text. Most libraries can pass on this uneven effort.
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The Lions at Night
A must-have for New York and its surrounding communities, this is a pleasant addition to any library collection
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Honey & Leon Take the High Road
This work of whimsy is clearly a celebrity vehicle, and even as a sequel, it falls flat. Libraries where the first book is popular may want to consider this one. Everyone else can pass on this sub-par sequel
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The Lions at Night
A must-have for New York and its surrounding communities, this is a pleasant addition to any library collection.-Amy Lilien-Harper, Wilton Library, CT
PREMIUM
Honey & Leon Take the High Road
This work of whimsy is clearly a celebrity vehicle, and even as a sequel, it falls flat. Libraries where the first book is popular may want to consider this one. Everyone else can pass on this sub-par sequel.-Amy Lilien-Harper, Wilton Library, CT