Category Archives: Middle Grade Book Reviews

THE GREAT WEATHER DIVINER

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his burrow each year on February 2nd. As legend goes, if he sees his shadow then get ready for 6 more weeks of winter. Most of us have heard of about this famous groundhog, but now … Continue reading →

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MMGM for October 30, 2023

Posted on October 30, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! CLICK ON THE YOUNG WITCHES AND BE WHISKED AWAY TO AN MG REVIEW OR FEATURE. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review for the blog tour stop of THE NIGHT RAVEN by Johan Rundberg. Sue Heavenrich … Continue reading →

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THE NIGHT RAVEN

Posted on October 29, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is today’s stop for THE NIGHT RAVEN blog tour! Originally published in Sweden, the tale has been translated into English and is the perfect murder mystery for upper middle grade readers. Here’s the book jacket lead-in: … Continue reading →

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MAGICAL HISTORY TOUR: Marie Curie-A life in Science

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

The Magic History Tour’s newest graphic volume is a fascinating look at the life of Marie Curie. Led by modern day kids, Annie and Nico, readers are taken on journey looking at the important events in this scientist’s career. The … Continue reading →

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MMGM for OCTOBER 23, 2023

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Your books shelves looking empty? Click on to reach a blogger’s middle grade review or feature. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of HIDDEN TRUTHS by Elly Swartz. Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles has an interview with … Continue reading →

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HIDDEN TRUTHS

Posted on October 22, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

If your reading preference is more toward the contemporary/ realistic fiction side then look no further than HIDDEN TRUTHS. Author Elly Schwartz took 22 years creating this engaging story before finally bringing it to middle grade readers. Book Birthday: 10/31/2023 … Continue reading →

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BITE, STING, KILL!

Posted on October 20, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

ALWAYS in the MIDDLE participated in the recent Book Blitz for BITE, STING, KILL! I tucked it away before finally having the chance to read this engaging and visual look at some real creepy looking creatures. The four chapters include: … Continue reading →

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MMGM for OCTOBER 16, 2023

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Click on each to flip on a blogger’s review or feature. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of THE GHOST JOB by Greg Van Eekhout. Susan Uhlig really enjoyed the first Plotting the Stars book: MOONGARDEN by … Continue reading →

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THE GHOST JOB

Posted on October 15, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Life will never be the same for Zenith, Nicholas, Eddie, and Vanessa. They were all killed while doing a classroom science experiment. As ghosts, they are trying to figure out a way to reverse their current state and return to … Continue reading →

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DEAR REBEL,

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Here’s another fantastic addition to the Rebel Girls line-up of inspiring stories. In Dear Rebel, readers take in the advice of 145 women who motivate girls age 8 and up with letters, poems, and essays. Each provide that often much … Continue reading →

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