January 10th, 2020

We are thrilled to share reviews from Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, Booklist, and Kirkus Reviews.

Publishers Weekly reviewed Lost at Sea by Erica Boyce

Readers will devour this convincing portrait of a tough New England town, brought to life with lush prose and well-developed characters.

Library Journal reviewed Welcome to the Pine Away Motel and Cabins by Katarina Bivald

Bivald weaves a charming tale that also examines serious issues and is populated with quirky yet eminently believable characters. For fans of literary small-town fiction including the works of Fredrik Backman and Elizabeth Strout.

Library Journal reviewed The Beetle by Richard Marsh

This will appeal to a wide range of readers. The universal ick factor of creepy crawlies additionally ensures that this crowdpleaser from the past will continue to strike fear in the hearts and minds of 21st-century readers.

Booklist reviewed The First 7 by Laura Pohl

Pohl delivers a satisfying conclusion to her Last 8 duology, neatly wrapping up the humorous and action-packed story.

​Publishers Weekly reviewed All the Way to the Top by Annette Bay Pimentel, illustrated by Nabi H. Ali

Clear, accessible prose accompanied by Ali’s creamily textured digital illustrations...a jumping-off point for conversations.

​Kirkus Reviews reviewed The Elephants’ Guide to Hide-And-Seek by Kjersten Hayes, illustrated by Gladys Jose

Cheery, energetic…Lively fun.

Kirkus Reviews reviewed The Wolf of Cape Fen by Juliana Brandt

Intriguing mystery… Laced with dreams, this perplexing fantasy rewards persistent readers.

​Library Journal reviewed of A SEAL Always Wins by Holly Castillo

Castillo’s sultry suspense keeps the pages turning as the broader mystery expands in this satisfying second series entry (after A SEAL Never Quits).

​Library Journal reviewed of The Kissing Game by Marie Harte

A first-tier purchase for all collections.

​Publishers Weekly reviewed of A Duke Too Far by Jane Ashford

Ashford draws in readers with complex characters, subtle romance, and all the sparkling wit and flirtatious banter of a Georgette Heyer novel.