Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
The trees have secrets, and so does Yona. A young woman raised in the wilderness becomes the ultimate lifeline for Jewish refugees escaping the Nazis. A gripping tale of resilience, “green” resistance, and the power of human connection, this story moves beyond the typical Holocaust narrative to explore the brave souls who found light in the darkest woods.
Justice speaks from beyond the grave. Set against the glittering but dangerous 1893 Chicago World’s Fair follows a Jewish immigrant possessed by his murdered friend’s spirit. A haunting blend of historical detail and supernatural suspense, this novel uncovers the dark shadows behind the “American Dream,” exploring the resilience of a community fighting to be seen, heard, and remembered.
From the Bronx to the burning brush. A young girl haunted by a past tragedy must lead her friends through a devastating California wildfire. A pulse-pounding page-turner that asks: what does it take to find your way out?
Power isn’t given; it’s taken. Zetian subverts a deadly piloting system that sacrifices girls to power giant robots. By draining the life force of the men who meant to consume hers, she becomes the ultimate weapon of rebellion.
Survival is just the beginning. Journey navigates life after a suicide attempt and a new Bipolar II diagnosis. Through volunteering at a crisis hotline and falling for the vibrant Etta, Journey discovers that while healing isn’t linear, connection is a powerful medicine.