(3) 4-6 They Don't Belong: Tracking Invasive Species series. This series explores how species can be inadvertently introduced into a balanced ecosystem and how the subsequent non-native overpopulation causes environmental destruction. Brown tree snakes devour native animal species in Guam; Burmese pythons do the same in Florida's Everglades; in Australia, it's cane toads. Brief, accessible texts are supported by lots of crisp photographs on every page. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these They Don't Belong titles: Florida's Burmese Pythons, Guam's Brown Tree Snakes, and Australia's Cane Toads.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(2) YA While this is foremost the story of Isabel's recovery from her mother's suicide, the novel--a series of brief vignettes, inspired by the author's childhood years in Guam--brings to life the people around Isabel as well. The family's loss is palpable, but Holt provides breathing space for her readers through numerous engaging subplots and her depiction of the beautiful village of Malesso.

Reviewer: Lauren Adams | Horn Book Magazine Issue: May, 2003