There are many books I have begun reading in March, but only a few I’ve finished; below are three of them, and, as always, the following may contain spoilers:

Emma, by Jane Austen – This was a more enjoyable read than I was anticipating and I’m so glad I read it. Jane Austen is not only witty but the growth of her characters, particularly Emma, is beautiful. You can read our discussions over this book here.

Greenwitch, by Susan Cooper – The third in The Dark is Rising Sequence finds Will Stanton and the Drew children (Simon, Jane, and Barney) together with Merriman Lyon in the continued fight against the Dark. This story focuses more on Simon, Jane, and Barney (mostly on Jane) with Will behaving more like an Old One rather than a young boy. This not only has Arthurian influence but is also a mixture of other folklore ideas. This would be a good read aloud.

The Dark is Rising, by Susan Cooper – The second in The Dark is Rising Sequence introduces the reader to Will Stanton, the Seeker and the last Old One. With the guidance of Merriman Lyon (Great Uncle-Merry from Over Sea, Under Stone) Will seeks the six Signs that will help the Light in the fight against the Dark. There is a lot of action and adventure and the fantasy and magic are taken up a notch when compared with Over Sea, Under Stone. This would be a good read aloud.