Calli Be Gold by Michele Weber Hurwitz

Calli Be Gold is a book about an eleven year old girl from a family of over achievers. She just wants to be average, but her dad is determined to find an activity in which Calli is absolutely outstanding. Sometimes Calli would feel like she did not even fit in her own family. But when Calli meets a little boy who needs her help but will not admit it, she is determined to help.

The plot was interesting; it kept me wondering about what was coming next. The characters were realistic, and the situations were true to real family issues. As I read the book, I felt like I was a bystander in Calli's life, as she struggled to find her passion. I recommend this book as an interesting, fun diversion.

Reviewer Age:11
Reviewer City, State and Country: Rockford, MI USA

Author Interview

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RE: need more reads!

I JUST finished reviewing a book called All You Desire which is the second book of the Eternal Ones series. I was stunned by it and it is really focused on love but not to much for me. It is mostly about reincarnation and the love part comes in when soul mates are formed after many lives.

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RE: Gypsy Knights

It was a fun read! Thanks :) I can't wait to read the next one!

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Gypsy Knights

Hi Flamingnet, Just wanted to thank CDi for the kind and thoughtful review of Gypsy Knights. She really hit the mark with her comments, and we're glad that she liked the book! We're hard at work on the second installment in the Gypsy Knights Saga, and are looking forward to sharing it with the Flamingnet community:) All the best, Two Brothers Metz

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Columbus and the State of Ohio

When I was sent my book I requested, I also recieved a factual book about Columbus and the Sate of Ohio by Kate Boehm Jerome. The book is divided into two separate sections. The first section included many interesting things about Columbus, Ohios's state capital. This section is written more for kids to know basic things about the state capital, but still interesting for others to read. Talking about strange facts and things you can hear, see, smell, and explore; it was very fun to read. The second section was about the state of Ohio. Some things I knew, but others I didn't, and some of the facts were quite shocking to read. It almost felt like a traveler's guide; stating museums, attractions, and celebrations. It also talked about Ohio basics, such as the state bird, insect, tree, and others. While reading it, I became more and more interested to learn about the state I've lived in my whole life. I was surprised to realize that I didn't know such obvious things. Such as facts about plains, Lake Erie, canals, wildlife, and monuments. This book was a very fun, interesting, and factual book. Anyone who wants to learn about the state of Ohio should definitely read it.

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The Dark Hunters by Sherrilyn Kenyon

Calling themselves The Dark Hunters, a small group of friends live life on the edge as they protect the world from evolved vampires known as Daimons. These "Dark Hunters" have given up their souls to the Goddess Artemis to protect the earth. Some of them enjoy the fighting and living on their toes, some of them don't. And if you don't, quitting the job means getting your soul back, which is easier said than done.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it to others! The lighter humor was quite entertaining, and even some of the darker humor. I loved the characters a lot, and felt that they were made quite well. I found the plot interesting, and it kept me up until the early hours of morning until I finished it. As I read the fourth book first, I started out not knowing what was going on, but Sherrylin made it easy to get on track! I do hope that others will enjoy this book as much as I did!

Reviewer Age:14

Reviewer City, State and Country: Chalfont, Pennsylvania United States

Color Struck

Thank you Flamingnet and VBat for taking your precious time to read my debut novel, Color Struck. I am really honored to receive your Top Choice award and thankful that you enjoyed it. My next title, As Fast As Words Could Fly, is a picture book scheduled for release in Fall 2012 by Lee & Low Books. I have also completed a middle-grade novel, Stepping Out of Place, that is awaiting publication. Thanks so much for everything. -- Pamela Tuck

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RE: Reading and Having to stop

Yeah, I know! My mom jokes around that she has to tell me to put down my book and turn on the TV! And I'll admit, I do get in trouble occasionally at school for reading when I'm supposed to be doing my work.

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RE: Fast Readers

me too! I agree with you but I actually seem to understand it better when I read it fast, because when I read things slow, I find it harder to remember things. My English teacher this last year was the one to introduce me to this sight, and she would let me read in the hall so I could read at my own speed and wouldn't have to listen to the other kids slowly reading out loud which KILLS me. I would think there are other kids out there like us, but I have never met one till now, so I really don't know.

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