M.P. Kozlowsky

As Juniper's parents become more and more famous as movie stars, they seem to change. They no longer treat her like their beloved daughter, becoming mean and thoughtless, only caring about themselves. Juniper thinks that fame has done this to them until she meets her neighbor, Giles. His parents have also become famous and thoughtless, but he believes there is more to it than just fame. He has found a tree in Juniper's yard and swears that his parents disappear inside it. Giles and Juniper decide to investigate, but what they find scares them and tempts them more than they could have imagined.

The metaphorical theme in Juniper Berry is clear, the lure of "the easy way" to people's desires can devour their souls. The tree and the raven add realistic elements to the story that lead to a more sinister, supernatural power beneath. Overall, an interesting story, but definitely written for a younger audience.… (meer)

If you like a book that is on the scary side, then you will certainly enjoy Juniper Berry by M.P. Kozlowsky. Fans of Coraline will be thrilled to find another book about a world that is off kilter and eerie. I would recommend this book to kids at the end of elementary school through middle school. Some kids might be too terrified by it, but anyone that likes stories that make their knees knock will find it to be a unique read. I thought it was a fast paced book, and I was definitely curious to see how everything would turn out in the end. Juniper is a girl who believes in being kind to others. I also liked that she was brave and clever throughout the book. I must say the cover first drew me to this book, but the interesting storyline kept me reading.… (meer)