Sometimes The Scorpion Rules was difficult to follow, leaping from sad moments to humor before you got a chance to let either one sink in. Some actions (at least the ones I could follow) were quite cruel and depressing, but it really suited it’s main idea as a whole. I enjoyed how almost powerless Greta was, unlike other books where the main character is too brave or strong. I sometimes have issues with books concluding like how The Scorpion Rules ended, with all the death, heart break, and lack of a true “victory”, but this book executed it nicely. The book was very open-minded, containing same-sex relationships and many other ideas that made the book more relatable. It said something like, “these kids aren’t perfect, but they’re still human.” The typos were few, but when they were, they were pretty confusing. The book was totally my style and I recommend it to anyone who likes romance, violence, robots, and heartbreak.
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
A new student review of The Scorpion Rules by Erin Bow
A new student review of Rufflesclaw by Cornelia Funke
This was a fantastic book to read. I would reccomend this book to anyone likes fantasy books.
A new student review of The Tale of Rescue by Michael J. Rosen Stan Fellows
I reccomend this book for readers in grades 5-8. The story keeps the reader's interest and has them anticipating what will happen at the turn of every page. The biggest downfall of this book is the fact it dosen't get the reader to know the characters like they should, it really leaves everything to the imagination when you wonder about the characters.
Monday, February 22, 2016
A new student review of City of the Yeti by Robert Love
I really enjoyed City of the Yeti. It was an awesome book with a cool storyline that I haven’t encountered before. A couple of kids find their way to a group of mysterious creatures that are the basis of the Yeti legend; what’s not to love? I really enjoyed the characters’ personalities. They were relatable and easy to fall in love with. I found myself rooting for them all the way through the book.
A part in the book I really enjoyed was when Danny thought up a creative and complex way to take care of both of the Sramanas’ main problems at the same time.
I loved this book from start to finish. I would recommend this book to ages 12 and up as there are some mature themes running through the book.
Friday, February 19, 2016
A new student review of The Journey of the Marked (The Miyran Heir Series #1) by Rebecca P. McCray
I thought this was a very good book. The characters were very well developed and each had their own distinctive personality. The rich details of the number of aliens and creative species was rivoting. I liked the diversity of species and how each plays their own part in the story. The plot was well created with lots of action andwists and turns. The fictional world had a good history that was well explained in the book.
Thursday, February 18, 2016
A new student review of Lies in the Dust by Jakob Crane Timothy Decker
I was disappointed in this book especially with all the other great reviews it received. It seemed to focus more on the hanging and not enough on their personalities but it wasn't completely bad. My favorite part of the book was when Ann's family thought she was a good person even though she did all those bad things. Ann Putnam was my favorite character because she tried to keep a high spirit. While this book didn't live up to my expectations, anyone who likes ghosts and family moments may like to give it a try.
A new student review of Chantarelle by Genevieve Morgan
This book starts off confusing, but rapidly improves upon reaching chapter four. Chantarelle is filled with mystery, humor, and romance. I would suggest this book to my fellow fangirls, or anyone twelve and up, looking for a book to take you far away from where you are. If it were up to me, I would change the relationship status of Caspar and Rysta and make them a couple. And I would make the font slightly larger, as it is painful to read.
My favorite part of this book was when Knox and Evelyn were returning to Ayda, due to the references to the first book. G.A. Morgan is absolutely excellent at creating characters you can't help but love, and those you can't help but hate. I look forward to reading the third one!
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
A new student review of The Year of Luminous Love by Lurlene McDaniel
In my opinion, The Year of Luminous Love is a great novel about love, suspense, and surprise. One thing I liked about this book is that it shows the separate lives of all three girls. One girl's life may become suspenseful, and leave you with a cliff-hanger. Then, the author transfers to a different girl's story. But the book goes back to the cliff-hanger later. An example of this is when Ciana's grandmother dies. You are left with a cliff-hanger wondering how she will deal with the situation. My favorite character would be Ciana because she is kind, caring, and loves animals and she reminds me a little of myself. The only problem I had with this book is that there is one slight paragraph that had a little bit too much detail on a love part. Otherwise this is an amazing book and I would recommend it to anyone who loves romance, and a book that keeps you on the edge of your seat!
Sunday, February 14, 2016
A new student review of The Spare Room by Jenny Land
I thought The Spare Room was a good book. I liked the way it was written in journal form which showed the close and personal views of all the characters, who were wonderfully portrayed. I enjoyed the perspective of life in that time and being able to see the mindset of the people in 1843. Also it was interesting to see how the Northerners' viewed slavery. All in all, I think it was a good story and a great read for anyone who likes historical fiction.
Saturday, February 13, 2016
A new student review of The Deadly Wizard Games by Scott Spotson
This book has a very realistic view of life. Like dictators, the Liberators take over the country. When you are reading this book, it wholly absorbs your attention, and you can't put it down. When you are finished it feels like you just got out of bed. The author is very talented to have such detailed scenes. There is action in this book almost unrivaled. To you,Harry Potter fans, this book would give you something to read once you have read all seven Harry Potter books. I think when you read about all the problems that are going on in the book, the Wizards are truly needed. Happy Reading!,