A new student review of The Eye of Minds (The Mortality Doctrine)

alphatauri posted a new student review of The Eye of Minds (The Mortality Doctrine) . See the full review.

James Dashner's books are usually filled with action, humor, and a relatable leading male character, and this one is no different. While Michael is a world-class hacker, Dashner manages to make this character feel completely normal--an everyday human teenager. His background does seem to be a bit thin, but all that is explained at the end of the novel. Michael's friends are both unique as well. The trio constantly jabbers among themselves, providing some refreshing humor in what is an action-packed story. From the very first page, the action and drama starts up and never lets up. This book is filled with hacker battles, war games, riddles, and surprising encounters. The suspense rises up to an extraordinary level as Michael and his friends decide who to trust, and the answers aren't always so clear--one of the things Dashner's readers have come to expect from him. At the end, the full reveal of the antagonist makes this a wholly worthwhile journey.

I recommend this book to anyone who likes to read techy and action-filled adventures. The only downside is that the dialogue spoken among the characters is cliche at times, but Dashner's fans will not be disappointed by this latest novel. 

A new student review of The Queen's Choice

Ravette posted a new student review of The Queen's Choice . See the full review.

A wonderful, fast-paced, and engaging novel. The character development helped to create connections with the problems each character faced; Shea's father unable to accept her wanting to leave, and Anya, who lost her wings and with it, the ability to fly or to even return to Chroir. The idea of faeries, in my opinion, was rather intriguing. They basically lived in a society right beside the human territory, hating each other for their differences. I enjoyed the story to the fullest and eagerly look forward to the next novel in the trilogy.

A new student review of The Grimalkin's Secret by Kara Komarnitsky

gcgarthwaite posted a new student review of The Grimalkin's Secret by Kara Komarnitsky. See the full review.

I really liked the adventurous detail in this book. The detail really helps the magic, mystery, and characters come alive in this story. I disliked the abrupt start, and having to decipher their magical language, Reesk, for every chapter name. I also disliked the confusing sadness and violence.

 

 

 

 

A new student review of Paper Hearts by S. R. Savell

m-and-m-b-baller posted a new student review of Paper Hearts by S. R. Savell. See the full review.

I didn't read the whole book, but I'd say, a seventeen year old girl with family issues, and who meets a guy. Will it make her life better or worse?

A new student review of Archon

sschu5 posted a new student review of Archon . See the full review.

This is a great book about two companions who go on a treacherous journey to a no man’s land. It is a great story for young readers who like adventure, friendship, and mystery. The story was very suspenseful it kept you wanting to read the whole thing in one day.  I thought it was so good that I read it in 2 days. But what I didn’t like was that in most places of the book I couldn’t picture the scene. Apart from that the book was great.

A new student review of Breakfast Served Anytime

thudson36 posted a new student review of Breakfast Served Anytime . See the full review.

Breakfast Served Anytime was an overall great book. Although not suspenseful, this book had me intrigued and kept me wanting more throughout the whole story. The vocabulary may be advanced for some audiences, but it characterizes Gloria. I couldn’t help but fall in love with Gloria and other characters, like Mason, Calvin and Chloe, because Sarah Combs gives personality and quirks to each one. This book contains multiple themes and learning experiences and is very relatable. I was satisfied with the ending resolution and thought this was a great must-read book.

A new student review of The Grimalkin's Secret

afkuhn123 posted a new student review of The Grimalkin's Secret . See the full review.

I really loved this book because of the action and the bond that Kya, Sebastian, and Eliza have together. I also loved it because of how much the three of them are a team throughout all of their journeys. This is a great book.

A new student review of The Grimalkin's Secret

mftrapp posted a new student review of The Grimalkin's Secret . See the full review.

I loved  The Grimalkin’s Secret. I liked how adventurous the book is. I also liked that the end of the chapters left you in suspense. In addition I liked that the chapter names were in a made up language called Reesk. I did not like that both parts of the story were almost two different stories(although they were both very good stories.) I recommend this book to kids 8-15 years old.

A new student review of Echo

tlang posted a new student review of Echo . See the full review.

I enjoyed this book very much. I love each and everyone of the characters, they each have their own wonderful personalities that is just great. I hate Calli, the whole time she is mentioned.  I just wanted to jump in the story and slap her for being a terrible mother. How can a mom make her daughter feel useless and unloved? Makes her feel like her mother only wants to see her screw something up. When Echo does something great, her mother makes fun of her with something else. I believe the cause of Echo wanting to loose so much weight is because of her mother always saying she got so fat during Christmas that she believes Echo will never loose it. Now look at Calli; your daughter is starving herself because of you.  I truly believe that this is a good lesson for all girls and boys who think that they are not perfect cause of their weight. There are so many people who do this; stop eating and then pukes themselves to get rid of any food; it's sickening. Can't you see that you're beautiful just the way you are? We all change in life, we just need to accept that and enjoy our lives. 

A new student review of Revealed

XxtidaxX posted a new student review of Revealed . See the full review.

I think that this was a wonderful extension to the series. I always love reading these novels and have the hardest time putting them down. They keep drawing me in for more.