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Bridge of souls
by Victoria Schwab
What it's about: When her parents’ ghost-hunting show takes the family to culture-rich New Orleans, Cass confronts hauntings on unprecedented levels before finding herself face-to-face with a servant of Death itself. By the best-selling author of the Shades of Magic series.
Read it for: The atmospheric locales, the creeping sense of unease.. and that chilling thrill up your spine that comes from a great ghostly tale.
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Golden Gate
by James Ponti
What it's about: Rebel surfer-turned-field ops specialist Sydney finds herself in hot water while undercover on a marine research vessel, while her City Spies teammates investigate a suspected mole. By the Edgar Award-winning author of the FRAMED! trilogy.
What it's got: Spies, adventure, double-agents and double-crosses. All playing out across the globe, from London to Australia, to a heart-pounding finale in San Francisco.
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Scaredy Cat
by James Patterson
What it's about: Confronted by a bullying cat ghost when they move in with their new human family, two former shelter cats are blamed for all kinds of mischief before endeavoring to uncover the ghost’s story. By the best-selling author of the Dog Diaries series.
Who will love it: Kids who like a serving of silly in with their spooky, animal lovers of all stripes, and fans of a gentle mystery.
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| Allergic by Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee NutterWhat it's about: Feeling overlooked in her family and lonely at her new school, Maggie longs for a puppy to keep her company. When a trip to the animal shelter causes a major allergic reaction, however, Maggie realizes that finding the perfect animal friend will be more complicated than she expected.
Why you might like it: If you deal with allergies of your own or you've ever felt confused about your family and friends, you might relate to Maggie's experiences in this colorful, slice-of-life graphic novel. |
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| Simon B. Rhymin' by Dwayne ReedWhat it's about: In his head, Chicago 5th-grader Simon Barnes is a world-famous rapper. In real life, though, he's the short, shy kid in the background. Can a chance to help out a neighbor be the push Simon needs to share his rhymes out loud?
Read it for: realistic characters (author Dwayne Reed is a 4th grade teacher), an upbeat vibe, and plenty of rap breaks to keep the pages turning. |
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| Granted by John David AndersonWelcome to: the Haven, where fairy Ophelia Delphinium Fidgets has just gotten her first assignment to fulfill a human's wish.
What happens: Traveling in the human world is tough for tiny Ophelia, but she finds friendship with homeless dog Sam. As she gets closer to her goal, however, she can't stop wondering: who decides which wishes are important, and why?
Try this next: For further feel-good fantasies focused on wishes, try Faith Harkey's Genuine Sweet or Lauren Myracle's Wishing Day. |
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The dragon in the library
by Louie Stowell
What it's about: A sequel to The Wizard in the Woods finds reluctant reader Kit discovering her wizarding powers and the magic she can wield through books to help save the local library, and its resident dragon, from a power-hungry tycoon.
Why Pick This One: Kit is a magical hero many can relate to: She struggles, and she has her own doubts, but she always finds a way to overcome her obstacles. It's a fantasy with a lot of character and heart.
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Max & the Midknights
by Lincoln Peirce
What it's about: Aspiring knight Max teams up with a band of brave adventurers, the Midknights, on a madcap quest to save a kidnapped relative from a cruel king who is driving all the happiness out of the realm of Byjovia. By the best-selling creator of the Big Nate series.
Read it for: The silly, quick-witted comedy. Just as Big Nate gets himself into trouble with his big mouth, Max and company never found a problem they couldn't talk themselves into.
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| Inkling by Kenneth OppelWhat it's about: Grieving the loss of his mom and stuck with a school project he can't finish, Ethan Rylance is struggling. Luckily, help arrives in the form of Inkling, a living inkblot who can read, write, draw, and (most importantly) listen.
Brendan says: "This one was a real surprise. Sometimes silly and quirky, sometimes a little bittersweet, but always full of honest emotion. If your child is full of ideas - or sometimes struggles to say what they're feeling - this one is for you." |
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Flood City
by Daniel José Older
What it's about: A boy from the Earth’s last inhabitable city and a young space soldier questioning his leaders’ genocidal orders become unlikely partners in an effort to stop a war and save the planet. By the author of the Shadowshaper Cypher series.
Brendan says: "This one reminds me of a book I used to love: Alexander Key's The Incredible Tide. Just like that science-fiction classic, this book has adventure, excitement, and acts of incredible bravery. A fantastic pick for anyone who loves a fast-paced read."
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Have a look at our catalogue for more new books for ages 8-11! Or contact us at infoservices@bradford.library.on.ca |
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