YOUNG ADULT FICTION
"The Faceless Ones" by Derek Landry - "Skeleton-detective Skulduggery Pleasant and his 14-year-old sidekick, Valkyrie Cain, return for a third adventure following Scepter of the Ancients (2007) and Playing with Fire (2008). The struggle between good and evil intensifies; this time the nefarious Faceless Ones seek a willing Teleporter to open the gates that connect the real world and underworld so that they can destroy everything. This alternate reality is fully developed, but a cast of thousands and frequent references to past adventures may confuse newcomers to this series. Still, brisk action, macabre characters, and a generally dark tone will appeal to mystery and horror fans." Kay Weisman. -- Publisher's Weekly
PICTURE BOOKS
"Meet Mr. and Mrs. Green" by Keith Baker - Mr. and Mrs. Green are energetic alligators who know how to have a good time. Reminiscent of James Marshall's "George and Martha" stories, these three pithy tales center on backyard camping, eating (Mr. Green challenges himself to eat 100 pancakes), and going to the fair. There is a nice undertone of acceptance and love between the two characters with a healthy balance of give and take, and the all-important element of surprise. These tales celebrate the little niceties that make life fun, and incorporate learning elements-colors, numbers, shapes, and maps. The acrylic illustrations have a loud, oversized presence that is complemented by the strong text. The drawings augment the happy, playful spirit of the alligators, adding energy and variety to each page, and the bright green of Mr. and Mrs. (it's their favorite color) ensures that readers' attention will remain riveted to the couple's goofy antics and contagious positive attitude." Martha Topol, Traverse Area District Library, Traverse City, MI -- School Library Journal
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