Musician's Daughter

The Musician's Daughter by Susanne Dunlap

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


The book is one of Utah's Beehive book nominees and deservedly so. The story takes place in eighteenth century Vienna. At the beginning of the story, fifteen-year-old Theresa Maria finds out that her musician father has been murdered. Theresa's mother is expecting a baby any day and is rendered unable to care for the family's needs. The burden of caring for the family and finding out about her father's death falls upon Theresa. Theresa soon discovers that her father was championing the plight of Hungarian serfs (Gypsys), a dangerous cause. The first person account of Theresa builds suspense with each page giving the reader a taste of adventure, mystery and romance. An enjoyable read.



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My Fair Godmother

My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


This 2011 Beehive book award nominee is perfect for the middle school girl. It has a nice mix of fantasy and modern day teenage angst. It is called My "fair" Godmother instead of My Fairy Godmother because Chrissy, Savannah's godmother, didn't do very well on her tests, so she is only fair, instead of really good. She proves that over and over again in the story. Fun read.



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