This Winter’s Best Bets

Originally published on Kirkus

This winter there’s been some major, surprise announcements about upcoming books: the Harper Lee novel Go Set a Watchman, out this summer, and a new Dr. Seuss book, also out this summer. Meanwhile, back in the frosty winter, there are a lot of compelling new books that we think are well worth your time. We list fiction, nonfiction and a few young adult titles here. Check them out!

“A fan-pleasing combination of fairy tale and thriller. (Fantasy. 14-18)” This sequel to Kill Me Softly (2012) continues the adventures of the teen inhabitants of Beau Rivage, a town where fairy tales live again. Read full book review here.

“We’re gonna march” — oh, yes. (Graphic memoir. 11 & up)” Heroism and steadiness of purpose continue to light up Lewis’ frank, harrowing account of the civil rights movement’s climactic days — here, from cafeteria sit-ins in Nashville to the March on Washington. Read full book review here.

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