I’m using Middle Grade March as my excuse for finally doing a recap post for all of the middle grade books I read in 2019! Although I loved some more than others, I would confidently recommend any of the books below. The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall The Penderwicks will take you back to elementary school summer breaks- going on adventures and maybe causing a little mischief. Following four sisters on vacation with their dad, the Penderwick family rent a cottage on the grounds of a large estate, Arundel. The sisters meet Jeffrey, the son of the wealthy owner of Arundel their first day. Adventures, exploring and a little trouble making begin.…
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Nevermoor by Jessica Townsend
Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend Book Review. Summary Morrigan Crow was born cursed and destined to die on her eleventh birthday. When the time comes a mysterious stranger, Jupiter North, rescues and sweeps her away to the magical city of Nevermoor. In order to remain in her new home she seeks admittance to the prestigious Wundrous Society. Morrigan must compete in a series of trials to prove that she belongs among these elite. Review Choosing to have an 11 year collected by a large stranger on their eleventh birthday is a bold choice. It’s just begging for comparison to another just sightly well known series 😉…
