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| Greetings from Witness Protection! by Jake BurtFiction. The skill for swindling that got 13-year-old Nicki in trouble with her previous foster families is the deciding factor in her next placement: the U.S. Marshals need an orphan like Nicki to join a family in the Witness Protection Program and become a part of their disguise. Can streetwise Nicki keep up her cover as a totally average seventh-grader? Find out in this page-turning middle school thriller. |
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| The Incredible Magic of Being by Kathryn ErskineLow Fantasy. “I am a uni-sensor, which means I’m highly in touch with the universe.” Anxious, thoughtful, astronomy-obsessed Julian has a unique ability to sense things that other people can't, a fact that can be both stressful and useful when it comes to getting along with his classmates, his worried family, and their curmudgeonly new neighbor. Science facts and hints of magic pepper this offbeat story. |
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| The Stars Beneath Our Feet by David Barclay MooreFiction. Grieving the murder of his brother Jermaine, Harlem middle-schooler Wallace "Lolly" Rachapaul throws himself into building an elaborate LEGO city. The project grows fast and leads to an unexpected friendship, but it can't help Lolly escape his anger -- or pressure from Jermaine's old gang. Similar to Jason Reyolds' Track series, The Stars Beneath Our Feet gives you an authentic, unforgettable glimpse of one kid's life in a particular neighborhood. |
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| Have Sword, Will Travel by Garth Nix and Sean WilliamsFantasy. Friends Eleanor and Odo are startled when they accidentally discover an enchanted sword that introduces itself as Hildebrand Shining Foebiter (AKA Biter). Talkative Biter is just as eager for adventure as aspiring knight Eleanor, and together they convince the reluctant Odo to join them on a dangerous quest. If you're looking for an entertaining twist on traditional fantasy, don't miss Have Sword, Will Travel. |
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| Akata Warrior by Nnedi OkoraforFantasy. Sunny Nwazue is 13, Igbo, albino, awesome at soccer, and a new member of the magical Leopard Society. Last year, Sunny and her coven battled the terrifying spirit Ekwensu; now Sunny has to face her destiny and go on a perilous journey to prevent Ekwensu from the destroying the world. Inspired by mythology and set in modern Nigeria, this sequel to Akata Witch offers fresh, imaginative world-building for seen-it-all fantasy readers. |
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| The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica TownsendFantasy. Destined to die on her 11th birthday, Morrigan Crow is rescued by the mysterious Jupiter North, who transports her to the realm of Nevermoor. There, she can escape her unlucky destiny by competing for entrance into the magical Wundrous Society. Without any extraordinary powers, Morrigan will have to pass four trials -- because failure means certain death. Don't miss this exciting, complex 1st book in the Nevermoor series.
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