ADVENTURES FOR ALL AGES BECKON
World So Wide
By Alison Mcghee, Illustrations by Kate Alizadeh
(Two Lions)
In our vast world, the newest newborn baby will always be the youngest person. This heartwarming book reminds us of all the firsts they will experience, see, taste, smell, hear and touch. No matter how our lives change, there will always be growth and love. With charming illustrations, this would be a wonderful gift for new parents.
A Piglet Called Truffle
By Helen Peters, Illustrated by Ellie Snowdon
(Walker Books)
Part of the Jasmine Green Rescues series, this first book follows Jasmine as she rescues a piglet who is not strong enough to compete with his littermates. When her mom, who is a veterinarian, sees the struggling little pig, she helps Jasmine save his life. With just the right amount of challenge, these stories are age-appropriate for young readers wanting to delve into chapter books.
The Girl and the Witch’s Garden By Erin Bowman
(Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers)
When Piper’s father becomes deathly ill, she is sent to Mallory estate, a cold mansion with dead gardens. It is rumoured to be run by a witch, who happens to be Mallory’s grandmother. It is also a place where she will have to confront her estranged mother.
When Piper arrives, she is surprised to find foster children living there, one is missing and so is her grandmother
As Piper explores, she uncovers the truth about the garden, its magic and her family secrets. A suspenseful tale of mystery, deceit and friendship.
The Summer I Drowned
By Taylor Hale
(Wattpad Books)
Olivia is excited to return to her hometown of Caldwell Beach and reconnect with her friends. However, her main motive is to face her fear of the water after nearly drowning five years earlier. When she realizes everyone has changed and she doesn’t know who to trust, she turns to the only person she ever truly loved, her best friend’s older brother. When horrible crimes surface, Olivia feels threatened, and as her PTSD kicks in, no one believes her. This Young Adult romantic mystery has a great element of thrills and twists.