A little while ago I posted a review of the children's book "Nevermore" by Linda Newbery. I've read several of Newbery's books, and look forward to when my children are a bit older and can enjoy them as well.
It has come to my attention that my review of "Nevermore" was not only read by other readers and fans, but by Newbery's publishing company (Simon & Schuster)! In fact, their official website page for Linda Newbery has a link to my article on it (in the "In the News" section)! I'm really excited by this, so thank you to all of my readers and to Simon & Schuster.
Showing posts with label middle years book. Show all posts
Showing posts with label middle years book. Show all posts
Monday, 28 March 2011
Monday, 14 March 2011
"Nevermore" by Linda Newbery
Linda Newbery is a popular children's author. She's won numerous awards for her books, and has written books covering a wide range of topics for middle readers and teens.
Her book "Nevermore" is, in my opinion, appropriate for about 4th to 7th graders (obviously this can vary by child though). The basic story line is that Tizzie (a year 7 student) moves with her mother from the city to the countryside (where her mother has taken a job on a mysterious estate). Tizzie meets new people and begins learning about a past that becomes increasingly personal to her.
Overall, this is not Newbery's best work, nor is it the best book I've read in this genre. Having said that, it is still a good book that older elementary and middle schoolers (especially girls) will enjoy. The majority of the plot is pretty straight-forward and predictable, but there are some nice interludes and narrative moments. Most adults will not be overly drawn to this book, but it should be enjoyed by kids in its target audience.
To read my longer review of "Nevermore" by Linda Newbery, click here.
Her book "Nevermore" is, in my opinion, appropriate for about 4th to 7th graders (obviously this can vary by child though). The basic story line is that Tizzie (a year 7 student) moves with her mother from the city to the countryside (where her mother has taken a job on a mysterious estate). Tizzie meets new people and begins learning about a past that becomes increasingly personal to her.
Overall, this is not Newbery's best work, nor is it the best book I've read in this genre. Having said that, it is still a good book that older elementary and middle schoolers (especially girls) will enjoy. The majority of the plot is pretty straight-forward and predictable, but there are some nice interludes and narrative moments. Most adults will not be overly drawn to this book, but it should be enjoyed by kids in its target audience.
To read my longer review of "Nevermore" by Linda Newbery, click here.
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