Weekly Trade Review Round-Up: Booklist, Publishers Weekly, Shelf Awareness, and Bulletin of the Center of Children’s Books

​Booklist reviewed 18 Tiny Deaths by Bruce Goldfarb

A stand-out addition to any library’s true-crime collection.

Publishers Weekly reviewed Mortal Music by Ann Parker

Richly nuanced period details and vivid characters enhance a plot that takes some surprising turns.

Booklist reviewed Give the Devil His Due by Sulari Gentill

​An ideal recommendation for fans of the flair and humor of Kerry Greenwood and the skillful plotting of Agatha Christie.

​Booklist reviewed Facets of Death by Michael Stanley

A reaffirming read every time.

[A] solid procedural.

​Booklist reviewed Belle Revolte by Linsey Miller

A realistically diverse fantasy world…Hand to any lover of magic, rebellion, secrets, and self-discovery.

​Booklist reviewed What Kind of Girl by Alyssa Sheinmel

A rallying cry.

Shelf Awareness reviewed Reverie by Ryan La Sala

A darkly imagined, riveting fantasy… thrilling.

Bulletin of the Center of Children’s Books reviewed Reverie by Ryan La Sala

With its fresh take on a diverse cast, its queer-power narrative, and its unique rendering of dream magic, this fantasy offers readers something wonderfully new and engaging… A gem of a novel that is as affirming as it is entertaining.

Bulletin of the Center of Children’s Books reviewed The Last Witness by Claire McFall

This psychological thriller slowly ratchets up the tension to a nail-biting degree.

Bulletin of the Center of Children’s Books reviewed Belle Revolte by Linsey Miller

Social justice enthusiasts and readers with an interest in LGBTQIA representation will find much to enjoy and discuss.

Booklist reviewed Dare to Dream Big by Lorna Gutierrez, Illustrated by Polly Noakes

Tremendously appealing…this upbeat book would fit well into a preschool classroom or library collection.

Booklist reviewed Dinosaurs Can’t Roar by Layla Beason, Illustrated by Mariano Epelbaum

A wonderfully entertaining reminder to young readers that science is ever evolving and that there’s always more to learn.

Bulletin of the Center of Children’s Books reviewed Hollow Dolls by MarcyKate Connolly

Fans of the original duology will delight.

Publishers Weekly reviewed Lucky Chance Cowboy by Teri Anne Stanley

Heartfelt…The intimate scope and assured plotting of this sweet love story make for a welcome addition to the series.

​Publishers Weekly reviewed Cold Nose, Warm Heart by Mara Well

Full of humor and heart…Animal lovers will delight in the large cast of canine supporting characters in this well-paced romance.

Publishers Weekly reviewed Jace: Kings of Country by Sasha Summers

​The combination of romantic and familial drama in this behind-the-scenes glimpse into the country music world is sure to have readers coming back for more.