Schools & Libraries Book Reviews

Name: Hayley Summerfield
05 July 2023;

Genre: Animals

The Horse Who Came Home is a heart-wrenching tale about one girl's drive to make amends and bring about justice for animals who have suffered mistreatment. Hannah is a 'Boland' and her family's name and reputation is paramount to their family business. The livery where Hannah...

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Name: Jacqueline Harris
05 July 2023;

Genre: Historical Fiction

Set in the Stone Age, Wolf Road is the story of Tuuli and her tribe, travelling through the ancient landscape and living the life of nomads. Full of rich detail, this story illustrates the life of the people at that time, what they wore, the food they ate, the scenery and anim...

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Name: Jennifer Caddick
05 July 2023;

Genre: Adventure

I was totally captivated and invested in this heart wrenching and heart-warming wonderful story from Jenny Pearson, The Boy Who Made Monsters. Having read her previous, amazing books , I knew I was in for plenty of adventure, fun and a roller coaster of emotions along the way....

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Name: Jack Age 12
03 July 2023;

Genre: Funny Stories

Just want to say why I gave The Boy Who Got Accidentally Famous 4 stars. This is because this book has a common plot. Beware of spoiler: Billy, an ordinary boy, becomes famous because he is relatable and now is famous, but fame comes at a price, and he has to ditch his friends...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
01 July 2023;

Genre: Historical Fiction

Nancy arrives at Stanbrook House to take up her post as a housemaid, just as preparations are being made for the arrival of a girls' school which is being evacuated from the Sussex coast. She quickly takes a dislike to the 'young ladies' who she considers to be spoilt little snobs. Sidney Dash...

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Name: Sharon Porter
01 July 2023;

Genre: LBGTQ+

I was totally blown away by this version of the traditional tale of Cinder-Ella. It was a surprise to find Cinder as a prince and I loved the fact that Midnight replaced the fairy godmother. I won't spoil the ending of Cinder & Ella, but it has all the romance of a true-lo...

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Name: Clair Bossons
01 July 2023;

Genre: Adventure

Carnival of the Spider is the third in the series following on from Carnival of the Lost and Carnival of the Hunted. It did not disappoint; this book is every bit as well written as the fir...

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Name: Emma Nelson
30 June 2023;

Genre: Fantasy

Yesterday Crumb and the Teapot of Chaos is the sequel to Yesterday Crumb and the Storm in a Teacup. Following on from the story, Yesterday has now passed the College of Witches tea test and she is beginning...

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Name: Jane Rew
26 June 2023;

Genre: Environment & Nature

Those whose favourite subject is geography will love Rivers: An incredible journey from source to sea. Equally, those who think of themselves artists: the illustrations by Qu Lan are just superb, not least the cover. Even those who like history will find plenty of interest. Mo...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
16 June 2023;

Genre: Fantasy

In this final part of the A Clock of Stars trilogy, Imogen and Marie face their greatest challenges to date as they once again journey through the door in the tree. Anneshka's search for 'the greatest kingdom' has brought her into the worl...

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