Dilworth School (Junior)

85,910 pages read and 22,331 team points

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Charlie and the Karaoke Cockroaches

By Alan Brough

4 stars

Not as good as Charlie’s war against the grannies, but a great sequel to engage younger readers.
An Angel at My Table

By Janet Frame

5 stars

I first read Janet Frame’s autobiographies when I was at university. Coming back to it after 30 odd years has been a delight. The way she writes is simple yet impactful. Frame's journey of self-discovery, is a heartfelt and courageous account of her life and development as a writer. Five star read!
Brinam Wood

By Eleanor Catton

3 stars

An eco thriller that failed to ignite. Like the Luminaries a bit of a plodder. Some hard nosed editing would have been appreciated.
Charlie and the War against the Grannies

By Alan Brough

5 stars

I quite literally stumbled across this book on the shelves, read a couple of pages and was hooked. I loved Charlie (the main character) and the weird yet relatable way he has of looking at life. Some toilet humour, which will go down well with children. Another great book full of humour.
How I Alienated my Grandma

By Suzanne Main

5 stars

Laugh out loud funny. And what I loved about this book was no holes in the plot! Absurd as it was, it all made sense.
The Apothecary Diaries - Volume 4

By Kusuriyano Hitorigoto

5 stars

Love this manga series.
Uprooted

By Naomi Novik

5 stars

I love a good fantasy rooted in folklore and I think this would appeal to the YA audience very nicely. Novik does a great job twisting our expectations -- inverting the tropes about fairy tale villains and heroes. You'll get magic and monsters, princes and wizards, sorcery and chivalry, but not always in the ways you might expect.
Pet

By Catherine Chidgey

4 stars

When a charismatic new teacher arrives, everyone longs to be her pet. An interest mystery thriller, but feel it could still have been edited more to tighten up the great writing.
The Peco Incident

By Des Hunt

4 stars

Des Hunt just keeps getting better. Strong boy characters, local settings and lots of adventure are his formula for entertaining and informing his readers.
Uki and the Swamp Spirit

By Kieran Larwood

5 stars

I just love this fantasy series: it continues to delight, with wonderful characters, enticing story-within-a-story narration, and a fascinating world. Extremely well written and engaging from beginning to end!
The Correspondent

By Virginia Evans

5 stars

Sybil Van Antwerp has throughout her life used letters to make sense of the world and her place in it. Sybil expects her world to go on as it always has—until letters from someone in her past force her to examine one of the most painful periods of her life. This is a perfect novel, satisfying and beautifully conceived and written.
The Grand Opening

By James Russell

4 stars

The final book in the Dragon Defenders series. It's all over, The Pitbull has won! He's captured every last dragon from The Island, and brought them to the mainland. The stage is now set for the grand opening of Dragon World. Meanwhile Flynn, Paddy, and Briar are stuck in their new school, powerless to do anything about it. That is, until the make a new friend... Another action packed read which brings the series to a satisfying conclusion.
The Duke and I

By Julia Quinn

4 stars

Having watched the TV series, decided to dip into the books and so far have only the whole enjoyed it. Nothing quite like a good romance.
The Ancient Magus Bride - Volume 8

By Kore Yamazaki

4 stars
The Ancient Magus Bride - Volume 7

By Kore Yamazaki

4 stars
The Dark Times of Nimble Nottingham

By Ryan James Black

4 stars

Set during the World War II Blitz blackout, 12-year-old orphan Nim accidentally unleashes a shadow monster onto the streets of London. He must team up with an unlikely assembly of allies to hunt it down and destroy it. Well written with a strong storyline. Worth a read.
The Forever Horse

By Stacy Gregg

3 stars

Not one of my favourites, but an okay read.
The Promised Neverland - Volume 2

By Kaju Shirai

5 stars

Excellent storyline, excellent artwork.
Storm and the silver bridle

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

The story of Issa and Storm moves to Spain. Consistently good.
All is Lost

By James Russell

4 stars

The dragons are at risk from a volcanic eruption. Is all lost? A continuation of the non-stop action adventure between Paddy, Flynn and Briar and the Pitbull who aims to capture them all.
An Unfamiliar Place

By James Russell

4 stars

Great story full of action and adventure for a younger audience. Great for emergent readers.
Fairy Tail - Volume 8

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars
Comet and the Champions Cup

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

A solid book in this series.
The Heir Apparent

By Rebecca Armitage

3 stars

Unimaginative and too long, but an okay read.
The Prize

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars
The Apothecary Diaries - Volume 3

By Natsu Hyuoga

5 stars

Just a really fun and enjoyable read.
Riding Star

By Stacy Gregg

5 stars

Best of the series so far. The theme of sexism is nicely confronted in this book. Great read.
Showjumpers

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

An enjoyable read.
The Ancient Magus Bride - Volume 5

By Kore Yamazaki

4 stars

The Ancient Magus' Bride is a great series. Really enjoyed Silky's backstory.
The Ancient Magus Bride - Volume 6

By Kore Yamazaki

4 stars

Really enjoyed this volume - it focused more on character development (especially Elias and Chise’s relationship, and Alice’s friendship with Chise). The artwork remains stunning.
My Love Story with Yamada-Kun at Lv999

By Mashiro

3 stars

Sweet, cute, quite slow.
My Love Story with Yamada-Kun at Lv999

By Mashiro

3 stars

Cure, slow burn of a romance. Needs a bit more pace at this stage.
Steel Pelicans

By Des Hunt

4 stars

Another well told adventure by Des Hunt for a slightly older audience. Full of life experience, bullies, mystery, and danger.
My Dress-Up Darling - Volume 6

By Shinichi Fukuda

4 stars
Just One More

By Joy Cowley

3 stars

A collection of short stories for children. Very run of the mill.
The Gargling Gorilla

By Margaret Mahy

4 stars

A collection of funny and clever short stories by Margaret Mahy, reminiscent of Ronald Dahl.
Fairy Tail - Volume 7

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars

The fight between the guilds continue. Strong arc and good artwork.
Fairy Tail - Volume 6

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars

A solid manga series.
My Dress-Up Darling - Volume 4

By Shinichi Fukuda

3 stars
Fairy Tail - Volume 5

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars

A group of obstacles for our guild’s continuing quest on the cursed island willinclude a rival guild they recently encountered, Ezra unexpectedly finding them and being furious at them and Gray’s past coming to light and hitting him as well
Shooting Stars

By Brian Falkner

4 stars

Egan has lived with his mum, hiding in the forest for 15 years. Forced by necessity he then goes to the city and has to cope with all of the new experiences that brings. A great for YA with a good message on how to live life.
My Love Story with Yamada-Kun at Lv999 - Volume 1

By Mashiro

3 stars

Liked, but the female lead seemed like a bit of a push over. Will wait to see how the series develops. Artwork - good.
Fairy Tail - Volume 4

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars

Our heroes go on an “S Class” mission to try and save a cursed island. This is not a standout but is still very good.
The Auditions

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

Another series by Stacy Greg aimed at the pre-teen/teen market, but a great read for all horse lovers.
The Promised Neverland

By Hiro Mashima

5 stars

I watched some of the anime and now I'm starting to read the manga - both are excellent! The artwork is detailed and expertly crafted and the plot is interesting, flows well and is fast paced. First time I’ve ever given a five start review for manga.
Fairy Tail - Volume 3

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars

Number three in the series and we get to see the formation of the “Super Team”. Still going strong - a solid read.
Fairy Tail - Volume 2

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars

The second volume in Fairy Tail was not as exciting as the first one but still pretty good in its own right. What I liked the most about this volume was how it kept the spirit of Fairy Tail alive and gave us real insight into how the various magics work.
Phantom of Terawhiti

By Des Hunt

4 stars

Another in the Des Hunt stable of action adventure stories set in a New Zealand setting. Good read.
The Ancient Magus Bride - Volume 3

By Kore Yamazaki

4 stars

In this third installment, Elias starts to show his vulnerablity as he seeks to protect Chise. This manga has got a nice balance of fae, magic, and supernaturals.
Replica - Volume 2

By Karkarakemuri

3 stars

A Alice in Wonderland themed manga - still not quite sure yet. Storyline can be somewhat confusing at times.
My Dress-Up Darling - Volume 3

By Shinichi Fukuda

4 stars

Between Marin's falling hard, and the introduction of a new character, Volume 3 is really expanding the world of My Dress-Up Darling...
Sins of the Father

By Fleur Beale

3 stars

Interesting and compelling story about Gloriavale, but writing was somewhat dull and repetitive.
Bloodmoon Huntress

By Nicole Andelfinger

4 stars

Great prequel to The Dragon Prince, filling in the story Of Rayla.
The Ancient Magus - Volume 2

By kore Yamazaki

4 stars

This second volume continues the storyline from the first. We see Elias coming through on some of the promises he made about why he bought Chise. Chise shows us that though she started as a slave she is a hard worker and determined to fight her battles in her own way.
My Dress-Up Darling - Volume 2

By Shinichi Fukuda

4 stars

As the second volume of this series, this is a worthwhile follow up. It wraps up the first major arc and establishes the friendship between the main characters. It is this burgeoning relationship that makes this title another fun read.
Fierce September

By Fleur Beale

4 stars

Juno has now escaped the dying world of Taris and her and her community have been transported to New Zealand to learn to cope with living “outside”. I thought this book was particularly poignant in terms of the Covid global pandemic and also a general hatred some have towards any new migrants to a country. Great read.
Spark

By Rachael Craw

4 stars

An interesting sci fi book about a DNA experiment gone wrong and some of the people affected by it.
Fairy Tail - Volume 1

By Hiro Mashima

4 stars

Girl wizard Lucy wants to join the Fairy Tail, a club for the most powerful wizards. This is the story of how she meets and joins with the “Slamander” to become a team. Good story, great graphics.
Erementar Gerade - Volume 2

By Mayuni Azuma

3 stars
Stardust and the Daredevil Ponies

By Stacy Gregg

3 stars

This one was a little bit more far fetched than the others. Issie and the other characters don’t seem to be developing as much. Still a solid read.
The Apothecary Diaries - Volume 2

By Natsu Hyuuga

5 stars

Love Maomao and the fact she gives a nice strong female lead to a manga - almost like an anti hero.
The Apothecary Diaries

By Natsu Hyuuga

4 stars

I watched the anime and didn’t plan to read the light novels, but well worth it. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Erementar Gerade - Volume 1

By Mayumi Azuma

3 stars

Story line is relatively solid, but the artwork feels a little dated.
The Lost Heir

By Tui T. Sutherland

4 stars

Tsunami and her fellow dragonets of destiny journey to the underwater Sea Wing Kingdom to be reunited with her mother the Queen. Tsunami must decide what’s most important to her and how it affects her friends. Another solid read.
Frog Whistle Mine

By Des Hunt

4 stars

Another adventure story from Des Hunt set within the New Zealand landscape. These books are formulaic, but I really think they work and would be a great read for middle grade aged children and reluctant older readers.
The Ancient Magus Bride

By Kore Yamazaki

4 stars

Good storyline accompanied by great artwork.
Replica - Volume 1

By Karakarakemuri

3 stars

Interesting storyline, but takes a bit to unravel all the subplots. Art work pretty good.
Theo Tan and the Fox Spirit

By Jesse Q. Sutanto

4 stars

After inheriting a grieving fox spirit, a Chinese American boy must learn to embrace his heritage to solve the mystery of his brother's death. With this book, I actually found the first couple of chapters hard to get into, but from then on it was a great read.
My Dress-up Darling - volume 1

By Shinichi Fukuda

4 stars

Loner boy meets popular girl and find common ground via cosplay. A sweet and humorous romcom!
Attack on Titan - volume 1

By Hajime Isayama

4 stars

My first foray into manga - interesting story line about Titans who are taking over the world and eating all the humans. Surprisingly readable.
Destiny and the Wild Horses

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

This book in the series introduces a new setting and a group of new and likeable characters. It makes for a light and enjoyable read.
The Girl Who Owned a City

By G.T. Nelson

3 stars

A deadly virus kills all the adults, leaving the kids behind. Art work good, story line very mediocre.
The Tooth

By Des Hunt

4 stars

Another great adventure story by Des Hunt - he weaves his tales expertly to keep you on the edge of your seat the whole time.
The Pitbull Returns

By James Russell

4 stars

Picking straight up from the first book, this is another full on adventure to save the dragons. A good option for struggling middle grade readers.
Uki and the Outcasts

By Kieran Larwood

5 stars

Another five star read from this author. New characters, building on the previous story line save this series from getting stuck in a rut. Great series!
The Third Gilmore Girl

By Kelly Bishop

4 stars

The autobiography of Kelly Bishop as she retraces her steps from Broadway to Hollywood and everywhere in between, reflecting on her decades-long career and sharing some of her greatest memories and the lessons she learned along the way.
Shadow of the Bird

By Tim Probert

4 stars

Continuing the adventures of Bea and Cad, this book delves deeper into the magical world of Irpa. The story picks up with the duo on a mission to stop the giant bird Kest from extinguishing the lights of their world. Illustrations are lush and the continuing character development of Bea adds interest.
Once Upon a Wickedness

By Fleur Beale

3 stars

Suitable for Y 3-4s. A bit too saccharine for my liking, needed more plot and character depth.
Artemis Fowl and the Eternity Code

By Eoin Colfer

4 stars

Eoin Colfer sure has an imagination - a wildly fun story with plenty of twists and turns to keep you engaged until the very last page.
Issie and the Christmas Pony

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

The heartwarming story of how Issie first meets her pony Mystic. Horsey people will love this.
The Traitor and the Thief

By Gareth Ward

5 stars

An imaginative adventure that takes the reader on journey through a steampunk world, full on machines and clever ideas. I loved the story and will definitely be reading the sequel.
Wolf’s Lair

By Brian Flakner

5 stars

Another excellent book in the Katipo Joe series.
Groosham Grange

By Anthony Hororwitz

3 stars

A mediocre humorous/horror about a seventh son of a seventh son who gets expelled from school and sent to a new school that seeks to teach him how to use his powers.
Juno of Taris

By Fleur Beale

4 stars

Control. Subjagation. Preventing the spread of knowledge. A great book about 500 people living in a biosphere, for two hundred years and how Juno struggles to conform and eventually rebel.
Dawn Raid

By Pauline (Vaeluaga) Smith

4 stars

Like Journey to Tangiwai this retells an important part of NZ history in a relatable and engaging way. A great way to learn about a piece of our dark past.
The Aquanaut

By Dan Santat

3 stars

Mmehh.
The Beasts if Grimheart

By Kieran Larwood

5 stars

Another five star read full of action, adventure and bunnies.
Tokelau Heroes

By David Riley

3 stars

Some quite gruesome Tokelau stories intermingled with the stories of Tokelau people who exemplify certain qualities.
Sunny Side Up

By Jennifer L. Holm

3 stars

Sunny Lewin is shipped off to her grandpa's house in Florida because her brother is addicted to drugs. An easy read, but a pretty light and superficial handling of a more serious issue.
My Brother’s War

By David Hill

4 stars

This book is about two brothers who both go to war in different ways - one who signs up willing to go to war, and the other a conscientious objector. Their journeys are completely different but they end up in the same place and what they see and do changes their idea of the war.
The Second Chance Convenience Store

By Ho-Yeon Kim

4 stars

The owner of a corner store takes in a homeless man whose kind soul and presence will transform the entire neighbourhood. A truly heartwarming tale of community and redemption.
Ring the Bells

By C.K. McDonnell

5 stars

If you loved Terry Pratchett - this should be right up your alley. Fantastic fantasy series filled with wisdom and humour!
Blaze and the Dark Rider

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

I can see why any horse mad young person would love these books.
Changeling

By Steve Feasey

3 stars

Solidly written, but lacking a little bit of pizzaz.
Where do Monsters Come From?

By Richard Fairgray

4 stars

A creepy continuation of the Black Sand series.
The Dragonet Prophecy

By Tui T. Sutherland

4 stars

Dragons, adventure, danger and a prophecy to be fulfilled. What more could you ask for.
The Crocodile Nest

By Des Hunt

4 stars

The Crocodile Nest is a great book. The characters are relatable, with a great mix of mystery and adventure. In particular, I think these would be a great read for middle grade boys, particularly if you want to get them to like reading!
The Fifth Mage

By Megan Reyes

5 stars

In this series, Megan Reyes has built a rich, fantastical world, where the characters drive the story forward. Fantasy readers, will dive into the realm and join our heroes as they grow to meet their destiny.
Invisible

By Christina Diaz

4 stars

A great premise about accepting others as they are and not judging anyone without having to know them. It also represents the possibility of changing this world to the best by doing simple acts of kindness.
Cry of the Taniwha

By Des Hunt

4 stars

Set in Rotorua, our protagonist becomes the target of a local gang while staying with his uncle. He also becomes embroiled in the mystery of an old jewel theft over a century before. Well written, with plenty of action and conflict.
The Firelight Apprentice

By Bree Paulsen

3 stars

A middle-grade fantasy graphic novel about two sisters and their struggles, whether worldly or otherworldly. Unusual storyline. Somewhat bittersweet. Darker than the author’s popular Garlic and the Vampire series.
The Poppy War

By R.F. Kuang

4 stars

This is a story of vengeance, hatred, and manipulation. Added to the bleak retelling of the darkest period in Chinese history, it’s a captivating book to read.
Iris and Me

By Philippa Werry

2 stars

Yeah - nah.
Mystic and the Midnight Ride

By Stacy Gregg

4 stars

For a girl who always dreamed of getting a pony, but never did - pure magic.
Steven Adams

By David Riley

4 stars

Great for emerging readers to learn about a NZer they know and can engage with.
How Tonga Got Its Name

By David Riley

4 stars

Simple retelling of the tale of how Tonga got its name. Great for beginning readers as the tale is told in both English and Tonga, with a QR to scan if you want to hear it read out loud.
Three Scoops

By David Hill

4 stars

Three unconnected short stories that each have their moment of joy.
Gold

By David Riley

3 stars

Gold tells the stories of some of our Olympic gold medallist’s. Written in short bites, with simple language and lots of visual support, this book would be suitable for those students who need help with reading.
The Real Thing

By Brian Falkner

3 stars

Very promising start, but felt it fell away. Overall a solid read for middle school aged children.
Have You Seen the Darkness?

By Richard Fairgray

4 stars

Third in the series of this dark and disturbing horror for middle school. A good bit of creepy.
The Shapeshifter - Finding the Fox

By Ali Sparkes

4 stars

A well written read about a boy who can shape shift as is taken into Government care. Good plot, good character development and appropriately paced. A really worthwhile read.
The Tryout

By Christina Soontornvat

3 stars

Coming of age graphic novel about growing up and accepting change.
Cook Island Heroes

By David Riley

3 stars

An interesting mix of Cook Island myths with the stories of real Cook Islanders.
Blitzkrieg

By Brian Flakner

5 stars

Schoolboy, spy, assassin; Joe is all these things and more. This must-read is full of action and heroism. It is a solid read with strong characters and one of those stories you just have to keep reading to see what happens next.
Maui and Other Maori Legends 8 Classic Tales of Aotearoa

By Peter Goddage

4 stars

A simple retelling of New Zealand’s creation myths.
The Cruel Prince

By Holly Black

3 stars

Somewhat predictable YA fantasy - but will definitely have an audience.
Do You Remember the Summer Before?

By Richard Fairgray

4 stars

I’m starting to seriously like this creepy, unusual horror story.
Are You Afraid of the Light?

By Richard Fairgray

3 stars

Weird and a bit creepy but a good first step into the horror genre.
The Gift of Dark Hollow

By Kiernan Larwood

5 stars

A gripping, adventurous fantasy even more magical than the first. Beautifully structured and written with wonderful characters. An entirely captivating series.
1914 : Riding into War

By Susan Brocker

4 stars

Riding Into War is an excellent 'first' in the “Kiwis at War” series. With her clear writing skills, obvious research and good use of dialogue, she has woven a tale that will be well-received.
Gorillas in Our Midst

By Richard Fairgray

5 stars

An unexpected delight. Loved it!
Journey to Tangiwai

By David Hill

4 stars

A great historical novel centred around the 1953 Tangiwai disaster. One of the better titles in the ‘My New Zealand Story’ series.
The Last Ice Phoenix

By Megan Reyes

5 stars

This was a great continuation of the Heroes Of Havensong series. The author has done a great job building the world and characters in this magical adventure.
See Ya Simon

By David Hill

4 stars

An engaging read. Funny, quirky, realistic and sad.
Red Snow

By Will Dean

3 stars

An okay mystery, but felt it lacked a real villain with a purpose.
Unhappy Camper

By Lily LaMotee

3 stars

Middle school graphic novel that deals with cultural identity, peer pressure, and bullying. Michelle navigates the complexities of family and friendship while also learning to embrace her identity as a Taiwanese American.
The House at the Edge of Magic

By Amy Sparkes

4 stars

A delightfully inventive magical story.
Trust No One

By Paul Cleave

3 stars

A decidedly average crime/mystery novel. Premise was good, but writing wasn’t tight enough to maintain momentum.
Pounamu Pounamu

By Witi Ihimaera

5 stars

Loved this collection of short stories about Māori by Māori.
Hunt for the Golden Scarab

By M.G. Leonard

4 stars

A fast paced adventure, with loads of fun facts hidden in the story. It’s definitely rekindled my love of ancient Egypt.
New Zealand Stories - 10 Stories by Katherine Mansfield

By Selected and introduced by Vincent O’Sullivan

4 stars

Haven’t read any Katherine Mansfield since my university days, so it was quite a delight to be reacquainted with her work. She has a beautiful way with words that capture the NZ experience.
This is Why We Lied

By Karin Slaughter

4 stars

Karin Slaughter has delivered another addictive, shocking Will Trent thriller.
Garlic and the Witch

By Bree Paulsen

5 stars

‘Garlic and the Witch’ serves up another tale of friendship, magic, and self-discovery. A great quick read.
Ghosts

By Raina Telgemeier

3 stars
Revenge of the Misfits

By Jamie Littler

5 stars

A satisfying end to the trilogy. A great adventure laden fantasy on what you can do if you never give up.
The Dark Times

By Tim Probert

4 stars

Engaging story about friendship, never giving up and being resilient. Great artwork to boot.
The Labyrinth of Lost and Found

By Jordan Lees

4 stars

Another inventive fantasy the will capture the imagination. Suitable for middle school aged children.
Meticulous Jones and the Skull Tattoo

By Philippa Leathley

5 stars

Imaginative well written fantasy. Suitable for those who like Harry Potter. Great read.
Verse

By Sam BECK

3 stars

Plot sometimes disjointed and hard to follow.
Crossover

By Kwame Alexander

4 stars

Cleverly captivating, presented in poetic form, I cannot believe how much this catchy story covers.
The Bookshop Detectives : Tea and Cake and Death

By Gareth Ward

3 stars

An okay tame mystery - but could have done with an edit - bit too wordy.
Podkin One-Ear

By Kieran Larwood

5 stars

Wasn’t overly enthused about reading about rabbits but this story of brave young warrior rabbits is well-written and wildly exciting. A five star read.
Wingborn

By Marjorie Liu

4 stars
Spark

By M.G. Leonard

4 stars

Number two in a great adventure series where twitchers (bird watchers) are the ultimate eco warriors.
Garlic and the Vampire

By Bree Paulson

4 stars

Definitely suited for a younger audience, but a great little book about diversity and friendship.
Pandemic

By Sally Stone

3 stars

Short historical novel that tells about the arrival of the Spanish Flu to NZ as told through the eyes of an 11 year old girl.
Salt Bones

By Jennifer Givhan

4 stars

A satisfying mix of mystery and myth.
The Thieves’ Revenge

By J.J. Arcanjo

4 stars

A satisfying end to an excellent series. Suitable for middle school.
Wingbearer

By Marjorie Liu

4 stars

An action packed graphic novel with a very good plot. Themes of courage, friendship. Suitable for middle school aged children.
Dead Girl Gone

By Gareth Ward

3 stars
The Girl and the Galdurian

By Tim Probert

4 stars

Great middle school graphic novel of the importance of friendship and how to believe in yourself.
The Cool Code

By Deirdre Langeland

3 stars

Transitioning from homeschooling to normal school, Zoe writes an app to teach her to be “cool’. Well written, with nice illustrations. Good read for middle school aged kids.
Mad Mabel

By Sally Hepworth

5 stars

An unexpected delight.
Funny Kid for President

By Matt Stanton

4 stars

Although centred around toilet humour, it would me a good gateway drug for reluctant middle school students.
The Parihaka Woman

By Witi Ihimaera

4 stars

A story of colonialism and the collision of two cultures of unequal power.
Brownstone

By Samuel Teer

4 stars

An award winning graphic novel that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
The Witch Who Stormed the Palace

By Ryan Graudin

5 stars

In this excellent sequel to The Girl Who Kept the Castle, Faye must face down the trial of three other Wizards and defeat the Shadow Queen once and for all to become the first Witch of the West.
The Gingerbread Bakery

By Laurie Gilmour

3 stars

The Gingerbread Bakery is a cozy romantic novel with an enemies to lovers dynamic in a small-town setting.

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