Roses and Bones: Myths, Tales, and Secrets
“A retelling of myths and tales, Roses & Bones takes the reader on a vivid and sensual ride.” (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA))PRAISE FOR PSYCHE IN A DRESS:“[Block] deftly weaves myth and magic into scenes from contemporary life, viewed through a shimmering prism of the very hip.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“Riveting and brilliant, this is a must for most YA collections.” (School Library Journal)“Vignettes of urgent free verse make for a fast read…Block raises the edgy question: ‘Is beauty monstrous?’” (ALA Booklist)PRAISE FOR ECHO: “[Echo] begs not just to be read, but to be reread and savored.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“[Block] is the sorceress of iridescent language.” (Kirkus Reviews)PRAISE FOR THE ROSE AND THE BEAST:“[Block] uses language like a jeweled sword, glittering as it cuts to the heart.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))“Intoxicating... Heady... The darkness of these conflicts and subjects proves the strength of the magic [Block] describes: the transfiguring power of love.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“[Block’s] lush, beautiful words turn modern-day Los Angeles into a fantastical world of fairies, angels, and charms (ALA Booklist)