Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Alan Gratz’s Allies delivers a gripping and emotional retelling of D-Day through diverse voices that capture the bravery and heartbreak of war. Perfect for middle and high school readers, it encourages empathy, historical understanding, and reflection on sacrifice and unity.
Cassandra Calin’s The New Girl is a funny, heartfelt graphic novel about friendship, change, and finding yourself in a new place. Lia’s story of moving from Romania to Montreal captures the awkward yet empowering journey of growing up and belonging.
Marissa Moss brings to life the inspiring story of physicist Lise Meitner, the woman who discovered nuclear fission but refused to help create the atomic bomb. This engaging biography highlights Meitner’s courage, intellect, and moral conviction as she defied sexism and anti-Semitism to change the world.
Resau’s What the Moon Saw is a beautifully written coming-of-age story about identity, family, and cultural roots. Through Clara Luna’s summer in Oaxaca, readers experience the magic of discovering where you come from and who you are meant to be. Filled with warmth, spirituality, and self-discovery, it inspires reflection and connection.
While Paris Slept is a gripping and emotional story about love, loss, and survival during WWII. Ruth Druart captures the overlooked experiences of civilians caught in the chaos of war, revealing the haunting aftermath of separation and the struggle for reunion. A powerful, beautifully written novel that lingers long after the final page.