Haphaven by Norm Harper
The central conceit here is a unique one - that superstitions in this dimension directly correlate to realities of life in another, more magical dimension. The protagonist must adhere to superstition in order to travel through Haphaven and save her mother. As she learns more about the world, she realizes that she needs to truly understand how tehse things work together in order to fix everything, not just her mother but her whole world and Haphaven too. The stories she's heard aren't enough. And I liked the line between natural magic and real superstitions with interference from magical beings and simple misbeliefs. The first third was sort of shallow but if you power through, the level of engagement improves.
Haphaven releases March 19.
Advanced Reader copy provided by NetGalley.
The Infinite Lives of Maisie Day by Christopher Edge
Total read in March thus far: 32
The Woolly Monkey Mysteries by Sandra Markle
This book starts out on solid footing. Is there anything more appealing to a young audience than cute animals? But this is more than just an introduction to an animal. In fact, the life of the Woolly Monkey is only a secondary focus of this book. The primary focus is on ecology in general and how scientists have learned about the role of the Woolly Monkey in the rain forest. Markle takes us through the methods biologists use to study these animals and how keystone species affect an ecosystem. Pretty brilliant for a fairly short book.
Advanced Reader Copy provided by NetGalley.
Follow Your Stuff by Kevin Sylvester
Total read in March thus far: 30
In the Key of Nira Ghani by Natasha Deen
Total read in March thus far: 28
It has become my habit to make my own greeting cards, usually featuring some kind of quirky image and joke. The exception, of course, is sympathy cards. In that case, I prefer a simple image of nature and a saying or Bible verse.
How to Make Friends With the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow
Total read in March thus far: 27
