(4) 4-6 100 Dresses series. Illustrated by Lissy Marlin. In If the Magic Fits, spunky servant Darling has learned that she can use a closet of illusion-weaving dresses to magically disguise herself. But there are still many secrets in the castle to uncover, including a thieving ghost and revelations about Darling's own heritage. The upbeat tone and gradual world-building are engaging even in moments where the plot otherwise wears thin.

Reviewer: Siena Leslie

(3) 4-6 100 Dresses series. Illustrated by Lissy Marlin. Ten-year-old servant Darling Dimple daydreams about adventures beyond scrubbing pots. But she gets more excitement than she expected when she discovers a closet of magic dresses, secrets in the castle, and an evil plot to overthrow the princess. Plucky Darling should quickly win hearts, and the bubbly prose evokes the whimsical flavor of a traditional fairy tale without sacrificing any originality.

Reviewer: Siena Leslie

(4) 4-6 Violynne's parents are missing, and now her planet's leaders are after her. Aided by her aunt and a butler, she must track down a lost civilization and rescue her family. This light science fiction story doesn't do much with characterization or world-building, but it moves quickly and includes some creative details plus a touch of time travel.

Reviewer: Becky Levine