Reveiws

Fleming fills the story with fascinating Franklin facts, making it perfect for family or classroom listening. The ending hints at more adventures in history for Nolan and Olive.

Give this to fans of the origin stories of villains, such as Meyer's Heartless and Fairest, and of fantasy inspired by tales set in Asia, like Ellen Oh's "Dragon King Chronicles."

This timely audiobook will make a good supplemental addition to a middle school, high school, or public library collection.

Perfect for discussion groups, gamers, reluctant readers, and dystopian fans alike. Listeners will be eagerly waiting for the sequel.

Students who are interested in robotics, technology, and STEM will delight in this futuristic adventure from the author of the "Origami Yoda" series. ["An absorbing, fast-paced read and an excellent choice for middle schoolers": SLJ 8/16 review of the Abrams Amulet book.]

This audio adaptation brings a powerful and significant novel, aimed firmly at a young adult audience, to life. Librarians should note that the book contains strong language. ["A compelling yet horrifying read that will resonate with murder-mystery and thriller fans": SLJ 3/16 review of the Cinco Puntos book.]

Perfect for young listeners wanting to know more about the Revolutionary War and African American history. ["A profoundly successful work": SLJ 11/16 starred review of the Millbrook book.]

A positive tale of friendship that some teens need and want to hear.

Part heartrending reality, part hopeful fairy tale. It is easy to tell that Shepherd was influenced by "Narnia" and The Secret Garden. Readers of those classics will enjoy this. ["Chapters are all very short and well formed around single events, giving the book a choppy unevenness that emphasizes how silly Emmaline's quest really is": SLJ 8/16 review of the Delacorte book.]