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The Heirs by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

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The Heirs by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
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This is an incredible “whodunit” murder mystery packed full of family drama. When a billionaire is found dead at the lavish ball he was hosting, all suspects are locked in the mansion as they are slowly worked out of the equation. Everyone who was at the ball is hiding something, and the web of lies is complex. I could not put this book down!

The Heirs by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, (List Price: $20.99, Feiwel & Friends, 9781250326997, June 2026)

Reviewed by Jordan, A Novel Romance LLC in Louisville, Kentucky

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And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson, Peter Parnell, Henry Cole (illus.)

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And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson, Peter Parnell, Henry Cole (illus.)
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So glad to see a new edition of this classic at such an important time for diverse stories to be told widely.

And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson, Peter Parnell, Henry Cole (illus.), (List Price: $19.99, Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 9780689878459, June 2005)

Reviewed by Alissa, South Main Book Company in Salisbury, North Carolina

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The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown

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The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown
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The Wild Robot on the Island is colorfully illustrated, depicting the earth‘s seasons along with the gentle message of “helping others.” It’s an early stepping stone to the original Wild Robot Series.

The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown, (List Price: $19.99, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 9780316669467, June 2025)

Reviewed by Judith Lafitte, Octavia Books in New Orleans, Louisiana

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The Sea in Winter by Christine Day

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When Maisie injures her knee, she is forced to take a break from her one true love…ballet. After she convinces her mom and stepdad that she is recovered enough to go on a family hiking trip, things don’t go her way, and she is left questioning what is truly important in life. Throughout her struggle with priorities, loss, and friendships, her family stands by her side and sees her through it, and she discovers that with a little bit of hope and a different perspective, she can weather any storm life throws at her. A very sweet story!

The Sea in Winter by Christine Day (List Price: $16.99, Heartdrum, 9780062872043, 1/5/2021)

Reviewed by Mary Patterson, The Little Bookshop in Midlothian, Virginia.

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You Have a Match by Emma Lord

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What’s starts off as a light and cheery coming-of-age story, quickly turns as unexpected sisters and family drama are tossed in. Abby Day is a relatable teen struggling with boy problems and AP Lit, when she suddenly learns that she has a sister! As she and her influencer sister try to uncover the mystery of their separation, they learn to appreciate each other not just as friends, but as sisters. Emma Lord’s story is unique and modern, detailing the trials of family, making careers out of passions, and navigating friendships, making it all I could think about for the last few days. Though, all Abby’s family drama makes me grateful the worst thing my sister ever did was go see Harry Styles without me!

You Have a Match by Emma Lord (List Price: $18.99, Wednesday Books, 9781250237309, 1/5/2021)

Reviewed by Silky Hou, Fountain Bookstore in Richmond, Virginia

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