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Sparrows in the Wind

Gail Carson Levine - Quill Tree Books
Format: Kindle Edition

This latest novel from Newbery Honor author Gail Carson Levine about two princesses battling against their fates in the middle of the Trojan War is a must-read for anyone who loves Greek mythology or the Percy Jackson books!Cassandra, a princess of Troy and follower of Apollo, is delighted...
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The Rabbit's Gift

Jessica Vitalis - Greenwillow Books
Format: Hardcover

What makes a hero or a villain? Can someone be both - or neither? When the delicate balance between the people of a small country and the mythic rabbits of age-old lore is broken, putting everyone at risk, a young rabbit and a young girl must overcome their prejudices and learn to trust...
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My Aunt Is a Monster: (A Graphic Novel)

Reimena Yee - Random House Graphic
Format: Hardcover

Curses! Adventures! And drama! Oh my! Safia might not be able to see the world, but that doesn't mean she can't experience it to the fullest as she finds herself on her very first adventure! This is a contemporary fantasy middle-grade graphic novel about discovering what you are truly...
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The Stern Chase (The Brotherband Chronicles Book 9)

JOHN FLANAGAN - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Kindle Edition

The exciting next tale in the Brotherband Chronicles - following the Brotherband and their ship, the Heron, in a battle against an Iberian pirate raiding ship - from John Flanagan, author of the internationally bestselling Ranger's Apprentice series!The Herons are home in Skandia - preparing...
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Dragon Storm #3: Ellis and Pathseeker

Alastair Chisholm - ?Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: October 25

Summon the power of a dragon as a young mapmaker finds his way through a maze -- and into danger -- in this action-packed chapter book fantasy series! Perfect for readers of Dragon Masters and Unicorn Academy!In the kingdom of Rivven, dragons are forbidden. But young Ellis and his dragon...
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Unbreakable: The Spies Who Cracked the Nazis' Secret Code

Rebecca E. F. Barone - Henry Holt and Co.
Format: Hardcover

Unbreakable is the edge-of-your seat true story of the codebreakers, spies, and navy men who cracked the Nazis' infamous Enigma encryption machine and turned the tide of World War II -- perfect for fans of The Imitation Game. "A thrilling adventure of intrigue and daring worthy...
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Diper Överlöde (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 17)

Jeff Kinney - Amulet Books
Format: Hardcover

Middle-schooler Greg Heffley charts the rise of his teenage brother's band, Loded Diper, as they live out their rock-and-roll dreams. But things could get messy for Greg and Rodrick when the Diper hits the road.
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New Kids and Underdogs

Margaret Finnegan - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

When perpetual new kid Robyn signs up her special needs dogs for agility training, she gets an unexpected lesson in friendship in this funny and moving novel from the author of We Could Be Heroes and Susie B. Won't Back Down.Robyn Kellen has been the new kid six times. She's practically...
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Working Boats: An Inside Look at Ten Amazing Watercraft

Tom Crestodina - Little Bigfoot
Format: Hardcover

This visually engaging book filled with cross sections and exploded views of working boats is perfect for children--and even adults--curious about the mechanics of boats and the lives of people who work on boats.Filled with full-page spreads of cross sections of ten intriguing working boats,...
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