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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

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 Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe  BY BENJAMIN ALIRE SÁENZ              A romance between two Mexican boys in America (the boys, of course, being Aristotle and Dante) that follows their paths across a summer and a school year.     The book is oft described as a coming-of-age story, and reads much like a character study. That is to say, whatever plot there is can be considered rather slow moving and flutters around a few pivotal incidents.     However, the characters are enticingly written, and the book portrays the changes of their dynamic- both with each other and others- in a way that feels honest and real. It ought to be said that Aristotle (by who's perspective the story is told) felt distressingly emo at times, but as the angsty 15 year old he is, it can be overlooked.      Overall a lovely read, and undeniably wholesome from start to finish. The book sports one sequel, but it can safely be said that this book leaves no loose ends, tying up the tale per
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Survivors

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Survivors By: Erin Hunter Genre: Action, Adventure Age: 8+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:     Lucky has always been a lone dog. But when the Big Growl strikes, the whole city shakes Lucky can't survive on his own in the city, now that there are no longpaws (humans) to get food from. He meets another dog called Sweet, who insists that she is and always will be a pack dog. They end up going separate ways, and Lucky meets a small group of Leashed Dogs, whose longpaws left them. The leader of their "pack" is Bella- Lucky's litter sister. Lucky can easily tell these Leashed pets won't be able to survive in the wild, especially after the Big Growl. Can he shape these dogs into a real pack?
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Mr Lemoncello's Library

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Mr Lemoncello's Library By: Chris Grabenstein Genre :    Fiction Age: 8+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:       Kyle Keeley loves Lemoncello games. So when word gets out that there's going to be an essay contest to find out who gets to go the Luigi Lemoncello's library lock-in, he's sure to enter. Kyle and his best friend Akimi win, along with Haley Daley, Miguel, Sierra, Andrew, and Charles Chiltington. But as it turns out- the library lock-in isn't just for one night. It's a competition for who can escape the library first. Charles Chiltington is sure he'll win despite not liking Lemoncello or his library. But this time, Kyle and his friends are determined to escape first. Can they do it?
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Heroes of Olympus: The Lost Hero

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  Heroes of Olympus: The Lost Hero    By: Rick Riordan     Genre: Fantasy, Adventure     Age: 9+     Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:      Jason woke up in a school bus with no memory of who he was, and Piper and Leo claimed to be his friends. Later, they're found by Annabeth Chase, who was on a search for her boyfriend Percy Jackson. They are taken to Camp Half-Blood, a summer camp for demigods. They're chosen to go on a quest to save Hera, who nobody wants to save. Can they do it?
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The Baby Sitters Club

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The Baby Sitters Club By: Ann M. Martin Illustrated by: Raina Telgemier and Gale Galligan Genre: Comedy, Drama,  Age: 7+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:           Kristy Thomas and her friends decide to start a baby sitting business in their neighborhood. The original members of the squad are Kristy Thomas, Mary Anne Spier, Claudia Kishi and Stacy McGill. The books are funny, and the girls struggle to get their business underway. Can they do it?
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The Unwanteds

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The Unwanteds By Lisa McMann Genre: Fantasy Age: 8+ Rating : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:       In the land of Quill, citizens are either Wanteds, Unwanteds or Necessaries. The strong, intelligent wanteds get sent to University, while the creative Unwanteds get sent to their deaths. Alex Stowe is Unwanted, while his twin brother, Aaron, is a Wanted. On the annual day of the Purge, Alex is sent to his death. But is this really the end? Read the magic-filled book to find out!
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A Tangle of Knots

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A Tangle of Knots By Lisa Graff Genre: Fantasy Fiction Age: 12+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:       The story is told from multiple perspectives. It takes place in a world where everyone has a talent- some for baking, some for knitting, some even for spitting. Miss Mallory runs an orphanage, and has been able to match every child to the perfect family - except one. Cady has a talent for baking, and can find the perfect cake for anyone. She's been beating even professional chefs at a local competition for years. Where will this story go next?               
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Saving Winslow

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Saving Winslow By: Shannon Creech Genre: Fiction Age: 8+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  Summary:      When one day Louie's father brings home a si ckly newborn mini donkey, Louie is determined to save him. Louie doesn't have the best luck when it comes to taking care of animals, but he names his donkey Winslow. Everyone is worried Winslow won't make it, especially Louie's new friend Nora, who has experienced loss herself. Will Louie succeed in saving Winslow?
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Smile

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Smile By Raina Telgemier Genre:  Autobiography, Graphic Novel Age: 6+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:      Smile is a memoir about the author's life. After she knocks out her two front teeth on a Girl Scout camping trip, Raina has to go through a lot of dentist appointments. She hates dealing with braces and headgear. Not to mention, her friends aren't so friendly, and school definitely isn't easy. Will Raina's smile ever be the same?
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Geronimo Stilton

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Geronimo Stilton By: Elisabetta Dami     Genre: Children's Literature     Age:  7+    Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆    Summary:         Geronimo Stilton is a mouse, living in New Mouse City. He runs a newspaper called The Rodent's Gazette, and is always finding himself in all sorts of trouble. There are other characters in this story as well, like his friends and family.There are many books in this series, so you'll never get bored. The books also have lots of pictures, and it's specialty is that certain words will be written in fun ways that illustrate the meaning!
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Pie

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Pie By: Sarah Weeks Genre:    Historical Fiction    Age: 8+       Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐        Summary:                In 1955, Alice was ten years old when her aunt Polly dies. Polly was a very skilled pie maker, and everyone wanted to know her pie crust recipe. But she left it to her cat- or did she? She left her cat Lardo to Alice. Read as Alice tries to get the recipe from the cat, and everyone in town tries to win the Blueberry award for the best pie. Will anyone ever find aunt Polly's piecrust recipe?
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The Doughnut Fix

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The Doughnut Fix By Jesse Janowitz         Genre : Fiction    Age: 8+    Rating : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐    Summary:                 Tristan (Tris) along with his sister Jeanine and their parents move to a small town named Petersville. When Tris sees a sign in the general store's window that says it had chocolate cream doughnuts, when actually the owner hadn't made them for years. Tristan decides to make them himself. Can he start his own life-changing donut business? Read the book to find out!
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Land of Stories

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Land of Stories By Chris Colfer Genre:    Fantasy Age: 8+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:         Alex and Conner Bailey get a fairy tale book from their grandmother. They soon discover that it opens a portal to a fairy tale world, and go inside. They discover that all the characters in the book are real, but as amazing as that place was, they had to go back. The only way to do that is to get the Wishing Spell. Can they find the ingredients for the spell with the Evil Queen after them?
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Amulet

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Amulet By Kazu Kibuishi Genres: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Adventure Age: 7+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:         Amulet is a graphic novel. There are currently 8 books in this series. In the first book,  Emily, Navin and their mom move to the countryside. Emily finds a necklace in her Grandfather Silus's old library. Later that night, when Emily's mom goes into the basement to investigate a sound, she gets taken by a monster called an arachnopod. Emily's amulet gives her directions on how to get her mom back, and Emily decides to listen. She meets Miskit and Cogsley, and gets to see her grandfather. But will she be able to save her mom? What will happen next?
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Wings Of Fire

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Wings Of Fire By: Tui T. Sutherland Genre: Fantasy Age : 8+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:         Clay and the other dragonets of destiny have been raised by the talons of peace to stop the war. But not every dragonet wants a destiny. Can Clay and his friends save the world their own way? The book is packed with action and humor. Read the book to find out what happens next!
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Half Upon A Time

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  Half Upon A Time By James Riley Age: 8+ Genre: Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:     Jack and his grandfather live in a cottage in a fantasy world. One day, when he was arguing with his grandfather outside, May falls from the sky. "Punk Princess" May is confused, and together Jack and May go on a journey to find May's grandmother. Read the book to find out what happens next!
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The Girl Who Drank The Moon

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The Girl Who Drank The Moon By: Kelly Barnhill Genre: Fantasy Age: 10+ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summary:       Every year, t he citizens of Protectorate leave the youngest child in town in the woods as an offering to  the witch in the woods. And every year, The witch, Xan, rescues them and takes them to the town on the other side of the woods, where they are known as star children. One year, a baby is taken by the witch and gets fed moonlight instead of starlight. Moonlight gave her magic, and Xan knew she had to raise her on her own. Read the book to find out what happens to her next!
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