Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Ryan La Sala’s Beholder is a haunting exploration of obsession, mirrors, and monsters both real and imagined. Blending art, horror, and queer identity, it examines how beauty and darkness coexist. Though not for the faint of heart, it offers a chilling descent into the dangers of what looks back when we dare to stare too long.
Aimee Carter’s Royal Blood is a gripping blend of royal scandal, family drama, and mystery. When the King’s illegitimate daughter becomes a murder suspect, secrets unravel fast. Perfect for fans of royal intrigue and twist-filled thrillers.
A magical stable, a mysterious wisp, and a brave boy on a mission. Willa the Wisp is a fast-paced, friendship-filled adventure perfect for young readers who believe in the power of the unexpected.
Caught between grief and identity, Shadi navigates sorrow in a post-9/11 world. An Emotion of Great Delight is a beautifully written, introspective story of pain, resilience, and the quiet fight to reclaim joy.
What would you sacrifice to protect your town? The Winners is a powerful conclusion to the Beartown trilogy, where hockey fuels loyalty, grief, and redemption in a community still healing from its past.