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Gateway Biographies series.
While staying politically neutral, this adulatory look at the current first daughter's life, upbringing, views, and ambitions under the shadow of her father (before, during, and after his presidential campaign) will leave readers with a positive personal impression of the real-estate and fashion businesswoman. Photographs accompany a wordy text on bland page layouts. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind.
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Framed! series.
As consulting detectives for the FBI, twelve-year-old Florian Bates (Framed!) and his best friend, Margaret, go undercover at a private school to determine who's behind a series of pranks that might involve the Chinese government, the U.S. president's daughter, and a centuries-old secret society. This compelling mystery is one layer of many in a complex detective story that also explores middle-school social dynamics.
359 pp.
| Hyperion
| January, 2016
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TradeISBN 978-1-4847-2226-8$17.99
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At the age of eight, Addie, daughter of the governor of Virginia, disappeared. Eight years later, Governor Webster is now President Webster, and a young woman claiming to be Addie appears. Told from many alternating perspectives (teen and adult), this novel is a twisty and fast-paced political thriller likely to pull in teenage fans of House of Cards and Scandal.
216 pp.
| Holiday
| October, 2016
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TradeISBN 978-0-8234-3648-4$16.95
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Thirteen-year-old agent Clayton (Clayton Stone, At Your Service) goes undercover at an elite private school to protect the president's son from an unknown threat. While there, Clayton must also face his former school in a lacrosse match, outsmart a conniving student politician, and help a secretive classmate face his past. While some spy-novel tropes remain, this sequel exceeds its predecessor with greater character depth.
97 pp.
| Random
| July, 2016
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LibraryISBN 978-1-101-93113-4$12.99
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PaperISBN 978-1-101-93112-7$4.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-101-93114-1
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Stepping Stone: Commander in Cheese series.
Illustrated by
A. G. Ford.
Mouse siblings Ava and Dean Squeakerton take advantage of moving day at the White House to embark on a quest to sneak a Lego from the new president's son's bedroom. This gentle tale, with grayscale illustrations to match, is packed with references to past presidents. Readers looking for a low-key read may forgive the too-conveniently-averted crises. Presidential facts are appended.
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America's Great Political Families series.
This well-written, thoroughly researched series delves into the lives and careers of presidential families, providing in-depth looks at multiple family members. From family histories and drama to political scandals, criticisms, and maneuvers, each subject is explored in a clear, objective, and engaging way. Each volume includes archival photos, a family tree, and appended "fun facts." Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers the following America's Great Political Families titles: The Kennedys, The Roosevelts, The Bushes, and The Clintons.
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America's Great Political Families series.
This well-written, thoroughly researched series delves into the lives and careers of presidential families, providing in-depth looks at multiple family members. From family histories and drama to political scandals, criticisms, and maneuvers, each subject is explored in a clear, objective, and engaging way. Each volume includes archival photos, a family tree, and appended "fun facts." Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers the following America's Great Political Families titles: The Kennedys, The Roosevelts, The Bushes, and The Clintons.
358 pp.
| Simon Pulse
| October, 2015
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TradeISBN 978-1-4814-3277-1$17.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-4814-3279-5
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In the near future, government-created AI Charlotte escapes, uploads herself to the internet, and wreaks havoc on America. Enter the president's son, sixteen-year-old Lee, who's more interested in making Nico his boyfriend than his father's mishaps. When Charlotte attacks their school, Lee and Nico must stop her to save the country. Floreen mixes science fiction with fact in this fast-paced adventure.
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As the protected daughter of the first woman president, Audrey Rhodes is socially isolated and miserable until she discovers the hidden diary of Alice Roosevelt, a kindred spirit. Behrens's premise combines unique circumstances with typical teen dilemmas, and while Audrey's connection to Alice occasionally feels forced, the White House setting and sympathetic narrator will win some fans.
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Illustrated by
Doogie Horner.
This lighthearted romp focuses on amusing or unusual stories from United States presidents' childhoods. Anecdotes of facing down bullies, overcoming personal hardships, and learning from mistakes abound. Young history buffs and reluctant readers alike will relate to the humorous, comics-style color illustrations and the breezy narrative format. An appendix of brief, quirky facts about each president concludes the volume. Reading list. Ind.
246 pp.
| HarperCollins/Harper
| October, 2013
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TradeISBN 978-0-06-210440-3$16.99
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In this sequel to Double Vision, the super-secret agency Pandora unexpectedly approaches its former operative Lincoln Baker, claiming to need his help. Once in DC, Linc must face his hated double, Pandora junior agent Ben Green; find a legendary historical artifact; and save the president and protect the first daughter. Bradley combines history, familiar landmarks, dangerous obstacles, and a witty voice in this brisk, satisfying novel.
309 pp.
| Abrams/Amulet
| September, 2013
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TradeISBN 978-1-4197-0857-2$15.95
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Illustrated by
Ethen Beavers.
When the president's daughter is kidnapped by the villainous Miss Information, the NERDS--tweenage secret agents whose nerdy weaknesses have been transformed into superpowers--take the case, leading to time-travel one-upmanship. The winkingly cheesy jokes, escalating action, and comics-style illustrations make for a rollicking read, but this installment's humor sometimes crosses the line from self-deprecating to mean-spirited, a tonal misstep.
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Illustrated by
Jay Shin.
Primary sources and anecdotal sidebars combine with an engaging text to present a thorough discussion of what it's like to be a child or teenager living in the White House. The awkward pastel illustrations detract from the presentation, but plentiful photographs augment the scrapbooklike design. This is an inviting, fact-filled look at the pros and cons of being a member of the First Family. Bib., ind.
210 pp.
| Simon/Aladdin
| July, 2011
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TradeISBN 978-1-4169-9130-4$15.99
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Illustrated by
Paige Pooler.
In this third installment, president's daughter Liberty Porter has settled into her new home, the White House. Now she has a whole new adventure awaiting: her first trip on Air Force One, with her parents, to the country of Georgia. There's not a lot of conflict, but Liberty's glamorous lifestyle and her desire to do the right thing are appealing in themselves.
231 pp.
| Boyds/Calkins
| January, 2011
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TradeISBN 978-1-59078-303-0$17.95
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Holzer scaffolds this entry in Lincoln lore with family events, using Lincoln's role as father as main support. Lincoln's benign parenting and dotage on young Tad are evident; Robert, the oldest, is neglected and often scorned; Willie, whose death devastated the president, is clearly the favorite. The account concludes with the last surviving Lincoln (Bob Beckwith, d. 1985). Ample photographs add interest. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Betty Carter
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
March, 2011
194 pp.
| Simon/Aladdin
| July, 2010
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TradeISBN 978-1-4169-9128-1$15.99
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Illustrated by
Paige Pooler.
Liberty is learning her way around the White House now that her dad has been president for a week. But she's still nervous about her new school, unsure whether people will like her for herself or for her family name. Humorous details enhance this take on the ubiquitous new-kid-at-school story, accompanied by super-cheery digital black-and-white illustrations.
261 pp.
| HarperCollins/Harper
| September, 2010
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TradeISBN 978-0-06-195347-7$16.99
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The president's son, Luke, and two of his friends are trapped at Camp David after an earthquake triggers a wildfire and both events wreak havoc at the compound. The children must use courage and ingenuity to get out and help others to safety. Middle-graders will find this an exciting, action-packed survival story.
32 pp.
| HarperCollins/Tegen
| January, 2010
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TradeISBN 978-0-06-189680-4$17.99
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K-3
Illustrated by
AG Ford.
Hopkinson describes the First Family's life in the White House. The Obamas walk their dog, exercise, work or go to school, weed the garden, eat dinner together, etc. Illustrations of the family members are unflattering, though pet dog Bo is sufficiently cute. A list of facts and trivia about the White House and first families is included.
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Illustrated by
Loren Long.
With the conceit of providing inspiration to his daughters, Obama presents thumbnail portraits of thirteen notable Americans, from George Washington to Jackie Robinson to Maya Lin. The writing is sometimes heavy-handed, but the array of subjects is thoughtful. Long's emotive acrylic paintings and a smart book design have more pull than the text. Brief biographies of the subjects are appended.
216 pp.
| HarperTeen
| September, 2009
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TradeISBN 978-0-06-172439-8$16.99
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The pressure of having a mom who's president is starting to get to Morgan, who can't do anything without it landing in the newspapers and making her mother look bad. A top-secret assignment (involving a cute secret service agent, no less) helps Morgan prove that she's a leader too. The unrealistic plot won't matter much to those looking for breezy, romantic escapism.