The False Princess by Eilis O'Neal
I started this figuring it would fail in my expectations. I'm happy to say it passed. :) This book reminded me of the Tamora Pierce books. The romance was expected, but different and much better than the normal teen books out there. The plot was surprising, fun, upbeat, and had unexpected twists. The characters were well-rounded and shockingly, had flaws! Read this book, I hope you like it!
Book review by Mary
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Monday, July 11, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
Wake - book review by Janae
Wake by Lisa McMann
I loved this book. Wake was thrilling, romantic, and funny. Janie has been sucked into other people's dreams since childhood. She can't control her gift and it's starting to affect her health. She meets Cabel and gets entwined in his chaotic dreams, social and professional life, and his heart. Wake is a book that keeps you on your feet. It's an either love it or hate it type of book and you already know my opinion!!
Book Review by Janae
I loved this book. Wake was thrilling, romantic, and funny. Janie has been sucked into other people's dreams since childhood. She can't control her gift and it's starting to affect her health. She meets Cabel and gets entwined in his chaotic dreams, social and professional life, and his heart. Wake is a book that keeps you on your feet. It's an either love it or hate it type of book and you already know my opinion!!
Book Review by Janae
Monday, April 11, 2011
My Sister's Keeper - Book Review by Janae
My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult
My Sister's Keeper is a novel that connects with young adults and older. It tells about a girl, named Anna, who is a donor to her older sister, Kate. Kate was diagnosed with leukemia at a young age and their parents had another daughter, Anna, in order to have a pure donor for Kate. As Anna grows older, she tries to find herself, just like any other teen might do. She makes the decision to become her own person, to make her own medical decisions...which might make or break her family. Anna loves her sister Kate, but she is tired of everyone making decisions for her. Anna decides to take a stand. Their mother does not agree with Anna at all, but her father understands her decision. This thrilling, heart-breaking novel will knock you breathless with its surprising twists.
Book review by Janae
My Sister's Keeper is a novel that connects with young adults and older. It tells about a girl, named Anna, who is a donor to her older sister, Kate. Kate was diagnosed with leukemia at a young age and their parents had another daughter, Anna, in order to have a pure donor for Kate. As Anna grows older, she tries to find herself, just like any other teen might do. She makes the decision to become her own person, to make her own medical decisions...which might make or break her family. Anna loves her sister Kate, but she is tired of everyone making decisions for her. Anna decides to take a stand. Their mother does not agree with Anna at all, but her father understands her decision. This thrilling, heart-breaking novel will knock you breathless with its surprising twists.
Book review by Janae
Teenie - Book Review by Janae
Teenie by Christopher Grant
Teenie is a book about a girl named Martine, which they call Teenie, who has her head on straight and has a very bright future in front of her. When she starts to be influenced by her 'fast' best friend, Cherise, she catches the eye of the star basketball player, a senior while she a freshman. Teenie wants to be accepted to a study abroad program in Spain, which Greg, the basketball star, can grant her with...but it comes at a price. Greg is not the nice guy he seemed to be and Teenie might be too late to save herself...
Book review by Janae
Teenie is a book about a girl named Martine, which they call Teenie, who has her head on straight and has a very bright future in front of her. When she starts to be influenced by her 'fast' best friend, Cherise, she catches the eye of the star basketball player, a senior while she a freshman. Teenie wants to be accepted to a study abroad program in Spain, which Greg, the basketball star, can grant her with...but it comes at a price. Greg is not the nice guy he seemed to be and Teenie might be too late to save herself...
Book review by Janae
Monday, March 21, 2011
Death Cloud - Book Review by Maddie
Death Cloud by Andew Lane
Finally, for all mystery and suspense lovers, the origins of the most famous Sherlock Holmes is unveiled in this epic tale. Only 14, Sherlock solves his first mystery ever. His father being away, and his brother Mycroft too busy, Sherlock is forced to spend his school break at his distant uncle's house, where he finds two dead bodies and uncovers a conspiracy. The story is very well written and uses every detail possible from earlier books. A captivating storyline and completely unexpected ending makes this the perfect book for anyone with a sense of adventure.
Book review by Maddie
Finally, for all mystery and suspense lovers, the origins of the most famous Sherlock Holmes is unveiled in this epic tale. Only 14, Sherlock solves his first mystery ever. His father being away, and his brother Mycroft too busy, Sherlock is forced to spend his school break at his distant uncle's house, where he finds two dead bodies and uncovers a conspiracy. The story is very well written and uses every detail possible from earlier books. A captivating storyline and completely unexpected ending makes this the perfect book for anyone with a sense of adventure.
Book review by Maddie
Monday, March 14, 2011
How Good is Good Enough - Book Review
How Good is Good Enough? By Andy Stantely
So religion is something most people like to try not to worry about. Just be good most of the time and you’re set, right?
Wrong.
If you believe that all it takes to get into Heaven is be a “good” person, then do yourself a favor and read this book. It’s not even 100 pages long, and the pages are small. Obviously using the Bible as its base for information, this book digs deep and shows the truth behind what salvation really is and how to get there. Recounting the story of Jesus Christ and His teachings on earth, from His birth to resurrection, Stantely shows what the Bible says about salvation and what it takes to go to Heaven. Also, he has a very easy-to-understand and humorous way of writing, ensuring that the book never gets boring. It’s a fun read, but it also may be one of the most important books you will ever read. After all, your eternal future kind of depends on it. Trust me, you’ll enjoy the book, and if you don’t go to church often then maybe this is just what you need.
Book review by Joe W.
So religion is something most people like to try not to worry about. Just be good most of the time and you’re set, right?
Wrong.
If you believe that all it takes to get into Heaven is be a “good” person, then do yourself a favor and read this book. It’s not even 100 pages long, and the pages are small. Obviously using the Bible as its base for information, this book digs deep and shows the truth behind what salvation really is and how to get there. Recounting the story of Jesus Christ and His teachings on earth, from His birth to resurrection, Stantely shows what the Bible says about salvation and what it takes to go to Heaven. Also, he has a very easy-to-understand and humorous way of writing, ensuring that the book never gets boring. It’s a fun read, but it also may be one of the most important books you will ever read. After all, your eternal future kind of depends on it. Trust me, you’ll enjoy the book, and if you don’t go to church often then maybe this is just what you need.
Book review by Joe W.
Radical by David Platt - Book Review
Radical by David Platt
This is definitely one of my favorite books! The author talks about living a radical life for Christ, and everything that it involves. He reminds us that Christ says that when following Him, we will GIVE UP money, convenience, security, even family to follow Him. Christ says we have to pick up our crosses DAILY, but honestly, who lives like that now? The author explains what this means, and how it should affect our lifestyles, and how it has affected people in his church. He talks about churches around the world, where they could get arrested or even killed for meeting together, but they love Christ so much that they go anyway. They don't have the fancy churches we have, the musical entertainment we have, some don't even have Bibles, but that doesnt stop them from meeting together. That's Radical, and it makes me ask myself if I would be willing to keep following Christ in those circumstances.
At the end of the book, the author lays out a plan for how we can live a radical life, such as praying specifically for the whole world, spending time in missions, and spending more time in the Bible. He includes stories of how this plan has changed the lives of some of the members in his church, and how it has changed his.
Book Review by Rebecca C.
This is definitely one of my favorite books! The author talks about living a radical life for Christ, and everything that it involves. He reminds us that Christ says that when following Him, we will GIVE UP money, convenience, security, even family to follow Him. Christ says we have to pick up our crosses DAILY, but honestly, who lives like that now? The author explains what this means, and how it should affect our lifestyles, and how it has affected people in his church. He talks about churches around the world, where they could get arrested or even killed for meeting together, but they love Christ so much that they go anyway. They don't have the fancy churches we have, the musical entertainment we have, some don't even have Bibles, but that doesnt stop them from meeting together. That's Radical, and it makes me ask myself if I would be willing to keep following Christ in those circumstances.
At the end of the book, the author lays out a plan for how we can live a radical life, such as praying specifically for the whole world, spending time in missions, and spending more time in the Bible. He includes stories of how this plan has changed the lives of some of the members in his church, and how it has changed his.
Book Review by Rebecca C.
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