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Sarah Prineas (2009) , 200+ pages
Illustrated by Antonio Javier Caparo
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery


Defeating the Underlord of Twilight destroyed Conn’s way to perform magic. Or did it? Conn thinks if he can create small, and of course, controlled explosions, the magic will be able to tell him what is wrong in the city of Wellmet. Strange shadowmen have been appearing and turning people to stone, and rumors of a dark sorcerer are growing. But blowing things up is forbidden, so how will Conn do magic now? With the Wizards’ Council looking for a way to punish Conn’s new and strange ideas, and the Duchess and her guard looking to imprison him, Conn must work carefully and quickly to find the answers. From desert to dungeon, this thrilling sequel to Magic Thief will sweep you away on a mysterious adventure!

Reviewed by: Amanda / Sugar Creek
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Book cover The Composer is Dead New Review
Lemony Snicket (2009) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Carson Ellis (Illustrator) ; Nathaniel Stookey (Music by
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Concept, Humor, Mystery, Read Aloud


Prepare yourself for a book filled with murder, mystery, mayhem and music. When the composer is found decomposing, the Inspector is called to follow his senses and uncover where the murderer is lurking. Which section of the orchestra could the murderer be in? The Inspector will leave no sound unturned until he finds the culprit. But what if it wasn’t a sound at all? What if it was the . . . .? Snicket’s work is an odyssey through an orchestra. With an accompanying CD, this book brings to life the Inspector’s search through the orchestra pit. A fascinating book that is as fun to listen to as it is to read!

Reviewed by: Tree / South County Regional Library
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Bob, age 41 from Alaska
it's an awesome book.


Book cover Annie's Adventures New Review
Lauren Baratz-Logsted (2008) , 120-160 pages
Illustrated by Lisa K Weber
Audience: Primary (k-3rd grade), Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Adventure, Mystery, Read Aloud


Eight girls. Eight cats. One big mystery. It is New Years Eve and the Huit octuplets are waiting for Mommy and Daddy to come back from running errands. But they don't return! After the initial panic and despair the sisters find a note telling them that they each need to discover one power and one gift. So the adventure begins, complete with a talking refrigerator, a robot maid and a house full of curious inventions. Notes appear in the brick fireplace to guide them on their way so we know they are not really alone. In the first book Annie being the oldest (they are all one minute apart) discovers what makes her the group leader. Next book it's Durinda's turn.

Reviewed by: Jo / Morrison Regional Library
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Book cover Cat Nights New Review
Jane Manning (2008) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by
Audience: Preschool, Primary (k-3rd grade)
Category: Fantasy, Mystery
(This book has outstanding illustrations)


Felicity Witch wants to be a cat. What could be better than having long whiskers, night vision, and a beautiful long tail? Finally, after her 263rd birthday, she is old enough to cast the spell that will change her witchy self into a cat for the night. The trouble is, she can only do this eight times. If she repeats the spell just once more, she will become a cat forever. The other witches warn Felicity about the consequences of her actions. She must decide. What will Felicity choose? Read the book, meow, and see.

Reviewed by: Connie / Mountain Island Library
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Book cover Cicada Summer New Review
Andrea Beaty (2008) , 160-200 pages
Illustrated by
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Mystery, Summer


Twelve-year-old Lily has a secret! It's easy to keep a secret when you are "invisible". And Lily has been "invisible" for two years now. However, this summer everything is going to change, thanks to sly Tinny Bridges. Lily's life is like all of the Nancy Drew books she has read countless times. She spies, pays close attention and takes notes to solve the mystery of who Tinny Bridges is and why she is in town ruffling feathers and making Lily's summer miserable. Will Tinny steal the only friend that Lily has? Will Lily solve the mystery before it is too late? Pick up this beautiful book about friendship, loss and finding your own voice to find out!

Reviewed by: Darcy / Morrison Regional Library
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