Tag Archives: Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

WAITING FOR AUGUSTA for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

This year in MG has seen a flood of endearing characters that you are thankful to have spent time reading their story. Benjamin Putter is one of those characters. His father’s wish before he passed away was to have his … Continue reading →

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THE TURN OF THE TIDE for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! Two years ago I read the marvelous WRITTEN IN STONE by Rosanne Parry. This past spring I won a copy of this new title thanks to a giveaway from the Middle Grade Mafioso, Michael Gettel-Gilmartin. THE … Continue reading →

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THE NINJA LIBRARIANS: SWORD IN THE STACKS for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

Last year I reviewed THE NINJA LIBRARIANS: THE ACCIDENTAL KEYHAND and enjoyed the characters and intriguing plot. Dorrie and her older brother are back in the second book in this fun series that uses a library as the setting. My … Continue reading →

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JOSH BAXTER LEVELS UP for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

The stare is intense. They live in a different world whenever possible. The only response to any question is something along the lines of “Just a sec” or “Wait. What?” You may already know this type of kid, usually male … Continue reading →

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COUNTING THYME for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

My original plan for June and July was to stay clear of sad themed books, but great writing in this new one pulled me in for the long haul. The story is told through the eyes of sixth grader, Thyme. … Continue reading →

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ALL RISE FOR THE HONORABLE PERRY T. COOK for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

Author Leslie Connor’s final comment in her author’s notes is that she hopes Perry T. Cook, his mom, and all the characters we meet will find a place in our heart. She should not worry. Her wish is fulfilled at … Continue reading →

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MAYDAY for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

I wasn’t sure what to expect from this new novel except the main character sounded like a boy I would like to know more about. So when I received an advanced copy (Thanks Karen!), I sat down and began to … Continue reading →

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HATTER MADIGAN: GHOST IN THE H.A.T.B.O.X. for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

If the character’s name looks familiar then you have enjoyed the successful YA trilogy, THE LOOKING GLASS WARS. Hatter Madigan returns as a 13-year-old in this MG prequel. I don’t recall a YA series that reverses direction and explores a … Continue reading →

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THE NOCTURNALS: THE MYSTERIOUS ABDUCTIONS for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

Middle grade books with animals often have humans sharing the pages. Not so here. With this new story it’s all about the animals and specifically ones that choose nighttime to roam. The main characters are a fox, a sugar glider, … Continue reading →

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CURIOSITY HOUSE: THE SCREAMING STATUE for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday EXTRA!

Posted on April 26, 2016 by Greg Pattridge

This second book in the Curiosity House series is released next week. You can find my interview with one of the characters, Sam-Strongboy, and the two authors by clicking the link HERE. Comment either here or on that post (or … Continue reading →

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