Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Stay away from the doll hospital! The Headless Doll takes readers to a spooky island in Maine where the toys don’t stay broken for long. When twelve-year-old Jennifer finds a headless vintage doll, she triggers a haunting that only teamwork and courage can stop. Perfect for fans of Goosebumps, this quick, chilling read is just the right amount of scary for middle-grade mystery lovers.
The earth is moving—and nowhere is safe. Magnitude brings the 1906 San Francisco earthquake to life through the eyes of twelve-year-old Cora. Trapped underground and chased by thieves through a burning city, Cora must find the courage to survive the impossible. This heart-pounding historical adventure is a perfect next step for fans of the I Survived series looking for a deeper, more suspenseful journey.
Being thirteen is hard. Being the Prime Minister’s daughter is harder. Elle McNicoll, autistic teenager Aeriel Sharpe is forced into the spotlight when her mom takes office. Expected to be a spokesperson for all neurodivergent youth, Aeriel must learn to drown out the noise of social media to find her own voice.
A rescue, a mystery, and… pancakes? Outfoxed follows Skye and her new friend Ivy as they hunt down a poacher in the Massachusetts woods. This heartwarming story blends Indigenous heritage with environmental conservation, showing how two girls can make a big difference for the wild world. It’s a perfect pick for young animal lovers who want a fast-paced mystery with a lot of heart.
Secrets in the sand! Blood in the Water takes readers to the prestigious shores of Martha’s Vineyard, where a summer vacation turns into a high-stakes murder mystery. Follow Kaylani as she uses her mock-trial skills to find a killer and save her family. This fast-paced mystery is a powerful look at class, injustice, and the lengths a daughter will go to for the truth.