1) Miss Sweetie. You will adore Miss Sweetie.
2) Lots of historical detail. For example, an abandoned abolitionists’ hideaway serves as Jo’s home.
3) This is a powerful novel about identity, betrayal, and the meaning of family.
4) A gorgeous, entertaining tale.
5) This is a book that celebrates the strengths and talents of marginalized people.

1) Ness’ writing is impeccable as always.
2) Alternate universes. Need I say more?
3) Dragons!! Dragons exist in all their fire-breathing glory.
4) The blend of the Cold War and fantasy is brilliant.
5) An assassin from a Believer Cell is one of the many interesting characters.

1) Smooth and engrossing prose.
2) Genesis is an emotional, hopeful, adolescent journey.
3) This novel provides a much-needed examination of our cultural standards of beauty and what damage those standards can do to the self-esteem and dignity of young people.
4) Genesis is a strong, beautiful character.
5) Genesis deals with numerous issues that youth face on a daily basis.