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Not sure what to read next? Check out what the kids and librarians at WPL have been reading! Visit each blog to get more ideas! You can even write a review of your own.

RSS   From the Staff Book Blog…

book coverCharles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith
Deborah Heiligman

This is a fascinating biography of Charles Darwin. Details are given about his wealthy family, his early travels and research, as well as his hard decision on whether or not he should marry. Once Darwin decided, he believed it was the right choice for him to marry Emma Wedgewood, his first cousin (a common practice at that time). This couple remained very close for their entire lives. Charles' first concern was Emma and their children. He always showed her his writing, as she became his best editor and critic. Because he was so sickly, Emma usually nursed him like she did the young children. His biggest concern was denying any belief in religion while staying married to a deeply religious woman. Her hope to be with Charles for eternity was constantly in her mind. This book will be a good read for those ages 10 and up.

Reviewer: Alice J.

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From the Kids’ Book Blog…

book coverThe Battle of the Labyrinth
Rick Riordan

It is about a kid named Percy Jackson who has to go through the labyrinth amd save his friends Grover and Tyson when they are both looking for the god of wild, Pan. I loved the book.

Reviewer: Jack p.
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