The Prophet of Yonwood by Jeanne DuPrau - Review

This was originally posted on my blog: shadowinthewindow

original publication date: 3-9-14

The Prophet of Yonwood
Author	Jeanne DuPrau
Published Date	2006
Genre	Science Fiction
Preceded By	The People of Sparks
Followed By	The Diamond of Darkhold

Summary

In Yonwood, North Carolina, Althea Tower has a vision of war. Nickie Randolph is unaware of this vision that has spread through the town when she and her aunt come to sell their late grandfather's house. There, she meets Amanda, a girl hiding in their closet, and Grover, a boy who likes snakes.

Every night on the news, and the conversations throughout the day, Nickie hears things about a looming war, fighting nations. Yonwood would do anything to keep their town safe with a shield of goodness. But Nickie isn't sure what's good anymore.

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The Aviary by Kathlee O'Dell - Review

This was originally posted on my old blog: shadowinthewindow

original publication date: 6-14-14

Please Note: This review is coming several months after reading this book. Mini-reviews will be reserved for cases such as this one. However, I feel strongly enough about this novel to compose some general thoughts on it.

The Aviary
Author	Kathleen O'Dell
Published Date	2011
Genre	Historical Fantasy - Middle Grade
Preceded By	N/A
Followed By	N/A

Summary

Clara Dooley is confined to the Glendoveer Mansion by a mysterious heart condition. Her only friends include her mother named Harriet, Ruby, the very old Mrs. Glendoveer, and a myriad of exotic birds that can only seem to squawk at her. After Mrs. Glendoveer passes away, Clara is left with the mystery of a secret past, a magician, a mass murder, a new friend, a strict mother, and several loud birds.