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2.75⭐ While there is much to be admired in this book, it was just okay for me. I loved how it utilized Navajo myths and culture, and the adventure itself had a fun, traditional-folktale-in-modern-times feel. However, it just didn't quite hit home for me. I enjoyed it enough to find out how it ended but not enough to be invested in the story. I think this primarily comes from the internal monologue of the MC and some of the dialogue.👇

Absolutely brilliant. Another for any #riordan fans- Rebecca Roanhorse expertly introduces Diné ideas and holy people through an engaging fictional setting. My favourite part is the regular use of Navajo words, with a pronunciation glossary in the back.
What a find!

#ya #fiction #roanhorse #rebeccaroanhorse #navajo #indiginousauthors #femaleprotagonist

The book is a interesting take on the fantasy genre and shines a light on mythology that is almost never talked about . I love how you almost know as much as the character as the story progresses and that there aren't many dull moments.
so yea that's why i recommend Race to the Sun

It's a middle-grades book about a middle-grades monster hunter, based on Navajo folklore. It's fun, and knows its audience.

What a fun quest story surrounding Navajo mythology. I enjoyed the characters' relationships and the magical animals. My only complaint is that the plot felt rushed at times. The story wrapped up nicely, which is kind of confusing because I had heard that there is an intended sequel
Read for #tropeicalreadathon for the #absentparents prompt
Also read for #royalreadathon for the #Chip prompt (middle grade)
2nd book finished for #awesomeAugust

A good middle-grade book by an Indigenous author about Navajo mythology. Fun to read and learn about other cultures!

My first of the Rick Riordan Presents was a hit! Which also makes me eager to dive into Roanhorse‘s Trail of Lightning, which has been on my shelves for way too long.

Nizhoni struggles with some school and home issues, and now she‘s seeing monsters. And is supposed to slay them. Surprise! Good buddy adventure.

First completion for #MarvellousMarch @Andrew65

“Beautiful things can kill you just as quickly as ugly ones. You must be careful. And trust no one!”

Uh-oh. I‘m getting an Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade vibe here. Is the magical horned toad an ally - or an enemy?

I liked this book. It had a good plot and stuff, but I‘m getting tired of the whole mom-is-missing-need-to-go-on-a-quest-to-find-her thing. It seems to be in every book I pick up lately. But other that that it was good.

And I got my last LMPBC middle grade book in #bookmail. I hope everyone enjoyed it.

AHH thank you @Bookishgal71 ! I love everything you sent, and I had so much fun picking out things for you too ❤️ #litsylovefallswap success!
Really channeling my fall vibes tonight - thank you! ✨✨✨

@TheBookHippie it will be mailed tomorrow- sorry I took so long- this was a great book with characters I loved- a story I loved, strong female protagonist and Native American folklore specific time the Navajo. I highly recommend it!

@LibrarianRyan your #LMPBC book has arrived and I‘m so excited! ❤️❤️❤️👏🎉🙌😁 I love Rebecca Roanhorse!
Also thank you for my fun goodies!!

I loved it. Finished it while at dinner with Josh. Not saying more than that as it‘s for #LMPBC. Navajo and Black author with a Navajo story. Loved all of it. Shipping it this weekend to @Chrissyreadit

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Full review posted the LT and GR later In The week.

Sheer middle grade magic! Roanhorse brings Navajo mythology to life in this riveting adventure. I know zero about Navajo myths and loved getting to encounter their stories through Nizhoni. #summerfunjr ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Book 3 of 30 books in 30 days. I stumbled across this gem by accident in the “available audiobooks” section on Libby. What delightful middle grade.

@LapReader I wish I‘d slept well but we had lashing wind & rain all night long. This is my quarantine buddy, Bunny. Today is the one year anniversary of the day she got hit by a car & came thru completely unscathed. That day she learned not to run out the front door, she learned her name, & she learned that we‘re invested in keeping her safe & healthy. She learned a tiny bit of caution. This is a lesson for all of us now. #isolationinteractions

I finished listening to this today. The tone and writing style really reminded me of Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief. A very fun read!. #mythology #navajo

My first DNF of 2020. I just couldn't get into this book. The writing felt so juvenile and basic that I quickly lost interest. I know this book is a middle-grade novel but I have read a number of middle-grade novels that have a much higher standard of writing. So disappointed that this book wasn't for me, it has a very interesting premise.

Another winning book from the Rick Riordan Presents imprint. This one is inspired by Navajo culture, history & tradition & tells the story of Nizhoni Begay, seventh-grader & monsterslayer. When a monster shows up in town & kidnaps their father, it‘s up to Nizhoni, her brother Mac & best friend Davery to save him. Danger, adventure, friendship, & sacrifice bring the story to life & it‘s a race against time to save the day. A great MG read.

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“It‘s a pill to make you chill.”

Great night at @changinghands bookstore yesterday. Listened to @rebeccaroanhorse oanhorse read from her brand new middle grade novel Race to the Sun. Can't wait to finish it.
#indigenousauthors #ownvoices #rickriordanpresents

This was an amazing read. I loved reading about how Nizhoni grew. The four trials-and how they helped her grow-are great metaphors everyone can relate to. I had to stop reading it and absorb them, myself. The sibling protectiveness was what struck me; I too, would do anything for my family. Only complaint is the big battle was done quickly. But that‘s nothing compared to the incredible writing about the Navajo culture and stories. #RiordanPresents

Just read and absolutely loved Roanhorse‘s Trail of Lightning so you better believe I want to read her MG story about monster hunters.

Don‘t worry about what you‘re supposed to be. Just be who you are. #RiordanPresents

I literally spend my days trying to find books for unserved Indigenous communities AND OH MY GOD THERE IS LIKE NOTHING OUT THERE! Now I don't live anywhere near a Navajo territory but having a book I can take to the communities I do serve with a power-wielding bad-ass Indigenous girl fighting against some evil dude trying to destroy the environment...is amazing! She's incredibly relatable and I love her family's backstory. Praise this imprint!

Why would a wealthy oil executive be scared of a 12 year old girl?

Me: *stares in Greta Thunberg*

But where I‘m from, we never turn away hungry people.... we always share what we have, even if we don‘t not much. And we don‘t make people pay. #RiordanPresents

My name is Nizhoni Begay, (nih-JHOH-NIH) and I can see monsters. In fact, I‘m looking at one tight now. The monster is a pale man with thin blond hair, slightly bulging eyes, and unusually red lips. He‘s tall and skinny, and he has a black suit and tie. #RiordanPresents

Nothing better then getting home and opening up a long awaited book. Soon as I heard this was about the Native American culture, I had to read it. I‘ve always been in love with this culture. Their past - and as I know now - what is left of them. Cannot wait to get started!!! ##RiordanPresents

I can not wait to read this. I have yet to read a bad book from Rick Riordian's imprint. I am so glad they take their time to pic greet books, not just books that will make money. This one is based on Navajo myths. It can not get her soon enough.

Jan 14
#CoverLove
#MGedition

Another Rick Riordian Presents. His house is picking some amazing books until another big name with their own publishing house (cough cough Patterson)

Out January 14
#CoverLove
#MGedition

The last title for this session of #Cover ove #Kids Edition

Rick Riordian Presents has a massive slate this year. So many books from so many different mythology points.

This one is based on Navajo myth.

October 2