Book Review, Teen, Young Adult

Echostar is Always Listening by Melinda Salisbury

Echostar is Always Listening is a terrifyingly realistic thriller for teens. Warning readers of the dangers of new technology and giving out personal information on-line, it's a gripping story that is frighteningly possible. Ruby and Deva are desperate to attend the Ash Tree Foundation Performing Arts Camp. Their parents have said they can go as… Continue reading Echostar is Always Listening by Melinda Salisbury

Book Review, Early Reader

Porky Pies by Ross Montgomery & Marisa Morea

Porky Pies is a brilliant new take on two favourite fairy tales: The Three Little Pigs & The Boy Who Cried Wolf! Follow this mischievous little pig as he pranks the others again and again with "The big bad wolf is back!" This isn't funny! What will happen when the wolf actually shows up? Will… Continue reading Porky Pies by Ross Montgomery & Marisa Morea

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Shipwrecked by Jenny Pearson

Shipwrecked is a laugh-out-loud, heartwarming adventure for readers age 9+. Despite the peril Sebastian and his friends find themselves in, hope and humour carries readers through the story cheering for the "Climate Avengers" the entire time. With environmental themes, it challenges everyone to consider their part in plastic pollution and what we can do to… Continue reading Shipwrecked by Jenny Pearson

Blog Tour, Book Review, Guest Post, Middle Grade Fiction

Gargoyles: Guardians of the Source Book 1 by Tamsin Mori ~ Blog Tour & Guest Post

Gargoyles: Guardians of the Source by the incredibly talented Tamsin Mori is the first book in a magical new series. Full of old family secrets, powerful creatures and unknown magic, this gripping story will have readers on the edge of their seats. I was completely captivated by it and couldn't put it down! Callen's Dad… Continue reading Gargoyles: Guardians of the Source Book 1 by Tamsin Mori ~ Blog Tour & Guest Post

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Pirates of Darksea by Catherine Doyle

Catherine Doyle is synonymous with completely gripping Irish adventures surrounded by the roaring sea and the most unusual magic. From the very first page, readers will be held under the spell of the legend of the secret kingdom of Darksea deep in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean. A place where pirates collect stardust to… Continue reading Pirates of Darksea by Catherine Doyle

Book Review, Non-fiction Books

The Enigma Girls by Candace Fleming

The Enigma Girls is a fascinating look at the young women who worked at Bletchley Park during the second world war. Often not knowing what they were agreeing too, these women signed the Official Secrets Act and told no one about their responsibilities for many years. Intelligent, quick-witted and dedicated, they played a key part… Continue reading The Enigma Girls by Candace Fleming

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

The Royal Jewel Plot by A.M. Howell

Following on from the brilliant Peril on the Atlantic, readers set sail with Alice and Sonny on a second exciting adventure. https://scopeforimagination.co.uk/2023/06/24/peril-on-the-atlantic-by-a-m-howell This time, the pair are cruising the Mediterranean on their father's new steam yacht, the Lady Rose. This isn't just any boat - there's a poisonous octopus onboard guarding a rare opal and… Continue reading The Royal Jewel Plot by A.M. Howell

Blog Tour, Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Girl on the Fly by Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl ~ Blog Tour

Girl on the Fly celebrates everything that's important to young teen girls - balancing friendships with family, huge ambitions and finding out what's truly important. 13 year old Kamaria loves to run. It's just two weeks until the regional championships and Kam wants nothing more than for her relay team to come out on top.… Continue reading Girl on the Fly by Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl ~ Blog Tour

Book Review, Picture Books

Super Spring Picture Books

Rabbit & Bear: This Lake is Fake! by Julian Gough & illustrated by Jim Field (Hachette Children's Books) The Rabbit & Bear series is wonderful for readers who love a fantastic dose of fun illustrations with their stories. With large, well-spaced print, brilliant humour and just the right amount of poo humour, developing readers will… Continue reading Super Spring Picture Books

Book Review, Middle Grade Fiction

Dragon Force: Devourer’s Attack by Katie & Kevin Tsang

Since the first Dragon Realm book, I have been completely captivated by this world where humans and dragons work together to defeat common enemies. Focused on adventure, courage and discovering your true self, readers are swept away on an non-stop, action-packed journey. The ensemble cast means there's someone for every reader to relate to. The… Continue reading Dragon Force: Devourer’s Attack by Katie & Kevin Tsang