The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd

I enjoyed this coming-of-age book. Lily is 14 years old and has been raised my her father, T Ray and Rosealeen their housekeeper. I like how the story is set during the civil rights movement. I'm even too young to know how things used to be and I think it's important to learn about our history so that things aren't repeated. I like the characters and the relationships built between characters. I couldn't put it down.
~Kathy Maggiacomo, Librarian substitute

Monster by Walter Dean Myers

Steve is on trial. He tells his story as if he is directing a movie. I was surprised to discover how the law works. Perhaps Steve did nothing wrong in your opinion or perhaps he did. Could you have gotten into his situation? Steve is a good kid but will he go to jail? This story will make you think and wonder what if......