Possess by Gretchen McNiel - Book Review by Lindsay

Possess by Gretchen McNiel

 

 

Gretchen McNeil‘s first novel “Possess” is about 15 year-old half Irish/half Chinese exorcist Bridget Liu. Who’s trying to adjust to sudden changes in her life, like, her father’s murder, and finding out that she has the power to banish demons back to the underworld. This book is very dark, the whole thing is about demons, ghosts, murder and exorcisims, so, not great if you're more into the "happy books". Bridget is a kick-butt heroine, sarcastic and can come off as a little rude at times. This book is great if you like horror or mystery type books. (Which, I do.) The book has a great and interesting plot that kept me up late at night, reading. It has mystery, horror, suspense, a little humor, action, romance, and some unexpected plot twists. However, the book lacks details on the characters, and you don’t really get to know their personality very well. I did like the book though and I’d love to see it made into a movie!

Book Review by Lindsay

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney 1 - Book Review by Joe

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney 1

This is the first issue in a series of manga based on the Capcom video game Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney. This manga follows the same format as the game, as in being divided into separate cases that all tie into each other, rather than just one storyline. There are various references to the game, from small character references to the trademark “OBJECTION!!”.
This particular issue includes all of Case One, Turnabout with the Wind, in which Phoenix is yet again tasked with proving his friend Larry Butz innocent of murder, and the first half of Case Two, Turnabout Gallows, in which a man commits suicide after claiming to be chased by “the spider”, and Phoenix must prove the victim’s boss innocent of the crime. If you’re a fan of the Ace Attorney video games, or just a fan of mystery in general, then try this book out. Trust me, it’ll be worth the time.


Review by Joe

Look for me by Moonlight - Book Review by Janae

Look For Me By Moonlight
by Mary Downing Hahn

Based on the poem "The Highwayman" by Alfred Noyes, someone named Vincent Morthanos comes to town. Cynda resorts to staying with her father and his new family, her step-mother and -brother, while her mother and step-father live in Italy for a few years. One night, Vincent, a charming and attractive man, visits the inn that Cynda's step-family owns and lives in. Vincent and Cynda are instantly attracted to each other and a love affair erupts. The closer Cynda and Vincent become, the closer Cynda gets to the truth about Vincent: he's a vampire. Can Cynda get away from Vincent before her life is taken away by the one she "loves"?


Review by Janae

A Lesson Before Dying - Book Review by Janae

A Lesson Before Dying
by Ernest Gaines

Set in southern Louisiana in the late 1940s, a man named Jefferson is convicted of murder. Jefferson, being a black man, was simply just in the wrong place at the wrong time and is sentenced to death without even a speck of evidence that he committed any crime. Grant Wiggins, the town's grade school teacher, is asked to visit Jefferson up until his day of execution to teach him how to be a man. He is put up to this by Miss Emma, Jefferson's godmother, who is best friend to Tante Lou, Wiggin's aunt. Wiggins overcomes many obstacles and learns many life lessons (ironically) while teaching Jefferson through simple lessons. Just by following these simple lessons allows Jefferson to die like a man with his head held high.


Review by Janae

The Princess Bride - Book Review by Rebecca

The Princess Bride
Abridged version by William Goldman

My dad gave me this book and told me to read it, and since he usually picks good books for me, I decided i'd give it a try. I loved it! I couldn't put it down!! Its about Butttercup, and how torn she is between Westley, her first love, and Prince Humperdinck, who she has promised to marry. There's battles for claim of the princess, battles for the sake of battling, battles for love, battles to see who is the strongest, or bravest. When she has finally lost all hope of love, that when Westley comes back for her, and she can't decide between love and promises; until she realizes that the prince plans to kill her! Love, adventure, and a possibly happy ending? Yes please!


Book Review by Rebecca

Her and Me and You - Book Review by Janae

Her and Me and You by Lauren Strasnick

This story is about Alex, a girl whose world comes crashing down in front of her. She moves, along with her heartbroken mother, to a new town. Little did they know what was in store for them. Her and Me and You is filled with secret affairs, love, heartache, stolen kisses, and psychotic twin sisters. Once you pick this book up, you have no choice but to keep reading.


Book review by Janae

Treasure Island - Book Review by Lilli

Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson

Treasure Island is not a very good book. It is about a young boy named Jim Hawkins. A captain dies in his inn, and he finds a treasure map. Jim travels with pirates to treasure island. I would not read this book again.


Book review by Lilli