(3) YA This engaging account of the struggle for U.S. women's suffrage focuses largely on Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and Alice Paul. The historical context is explained clearly, and the authors don't sugarcoat the harsh realities of the fight. Sidebars--including "Putting It in Perspective" discussions (e.g., "Racism and Suffrage") and "Know Your Radical" profiles of lesser-known activists--help complete this useful chronicle of the movement. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee

(4) YA Darren's best friend and his brother move away, his parents are divorcing, and his father just revealed that he's gay. Love, family, burgeoning sexuality--all are issues Darren deals with in this novel written as a series of lists. Some items are single words ("5. Zoey?"), others are fully fleshed-out paragraphs; the narrative conceit is forced at times but mostly successful.

Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Bethany Barton. Over the past year, best friends Sam and Chris grew apart. Star mathlete Sam has trouble fitting in, while Chris struggles in school but excels on the football field. Hasak-Lowy tells a familiar tale but resists forcing these young teens to work out their differences. Culminating in a physical altercation, this humorous, bittersweet story poignantly chronicles the end of a friendship.

Reviewer: Shara Hardeson