(3) YA Digging Up the Past series. Archaeological sites and finds are explored in this series, which touches on scientific, cultural, legal, and political implications of the discoveries; research; and preservation. Sidebars expand the thorough main text, while ample photographs of excavations and artifacts will spur the curiosity of readers with interest in ancient civilizations or archaeology. Solid bases for further study. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Digging Up the Past titles: Chaco Canyon, �-tzi the Iceman, Machu Picchu, and King Tut's Tomb.

Reviewer: Miriam Lang Budin

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Bryn Barnard. A vivid, believable portrait of the ninth-century Mayan culture distinguishes this story of Eveningstar Macaw, who attempts to save her beloved older brother from a ritual death imposed by a corrupt high priest. Eveningstar's defiance causes her also to be marked for sacrifice. The fast-paced, accessible novel includes necessarily realistic depictions of bloodletting, human sacrifice, and other Mayan rituals.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta