Blood Ninja by Nick Lake
Blood Ninja is about the main character becoming an awesome pairing of two things. Not a werewolf pirate or a pirate ninja. It's a ninja-vampire! Just to let you know, it's based in Japan. There are lots of characters and each one is unique. You're always waiting for the next thing to happen. You are just waiting in anticipation for it, and it's always what you least expect. In all it's a good book, and even if you don't like to read books about vampires, this isn't a stereotypical vampire story. It's more as a way to move the plot line. It's a good and definite stand up book in my mind.
Book Review by Mary C.
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Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Going Bovine - Book Review by Josh C.
Going Bovine by Libba Bray
Meet Cameron, a 16 year old with an "no expectations, no worries" attitude. He just wants to get through his life with as few problems as possible. But there's one problem, thanks to a human form of a mad cow disease, he's sick and going to die. (Bummer huh?)
Suddenly, before his ideas of hope completely fade away, an angel-like being named Dulcie shows up. Dulcie says to Cameron that there is a cure, but in order to find it he has to find someone called Mr. X. Oh, and he needs to save the world.
And so Cameron sets off on the greatest of all road trips, traveling across America with Gonzo (A video game playing dwarf obsessed with death) and Balder ( A Viking god trapped in a Lawn Gnome) as they find themselves in a strange set of misadventures that involve New Orlean Jazz Musicians, secrets of the universe, drunken frat boys, battling evil forces, giant fire creatures, Cameron losing his virginity, getting a bounty on their heads, taking down a happiness cult, snow globes, and learning what it means to live.
The entire story is filled with tons of fun jokes that will make you laugh. Cameron's narration is filled with sarcastic language and twisted humor. The mix of mystery, tragedy, and humor had me reading all the way to the end. Although the book never gives a real answer about whether or not the events Cameron goes through are real or not, its still a fun and wild ride.
Book Review by Josh C.
Meet Cameron, a 16 year old with an "no expectations, no worries" attitude. He just wants to get through his life with as few problems as possible. But there's one problem, thanks to a human form of a mad cow disease, he's sick and going to die. (Bummer huh?)
Suddenly, before his ideas of hope completely fade away, an angel-like being named Dulcie shows up. Dulcie says to Cameron that there is a cure, but in order to find it he has to find someone called Mr. X. Oh, and he needs to save the world.
And so Cameron sets off on the greatest of all road trips, traveling across America with Gonzo (A video game playing dwarf obsessed with death) and Balder ( A Viking god trapped in a Lawn Gnome) as they find themselves in a strange set of misadventures that involve New Orlean Jazz Musicians, secrets of the universe, drunken frat boys, battling evil forces, giant fire creatures, Cameron losing his virginity, getting a bounty on their heads, taking down a happiness cult, snow globes, and learning what it means to live.
The entire story is filled with tons of fun jokes that will make you laugh. Cameron's narration is filled with sarcastic language and twisted humor. The mix of mystery, tragedy, and humor had me reading all the way to the end. Although the book never gives a real answer about whether or not the events Cameron goes through are real or not, its still a fun and wild ride.
Book Review by Josh C.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
I am a Genius of Unspeakable Evil and I want to be your Class President - Book Review by Rhea B.
I am a Genius of Unspeakable Evil and I want to be your Class President by Josh Lieb
This book keeps you laughing. It is about a boy named Oliver Watson who is one of the smartest and richest people on Earth. He is comparable to Dexter from Dexter's Labratory except he hides his genius from the public and his family. Everyone thinks that he is a complete and hopeless idiot, but really he is full of smart comments that will have you rolling on the floor with alughter. Oliver decides that he will run for class president in order to prove that he is equal to his father. Or is it to get his approval and pride? That is for you to decide.
This book is a fast and enjoyable read. There is some language, but other than that it is very mild.
Book Review by Rhea B.
This book keeps you laughing. It is about a boy named Oliver Watson who is one of the smartest and richest people on Earth. He is comparable to Dexter from Dexter's Labratory except he hides his genius from the public and his family. Everyone thinks that he is a complete and hopeless idiot, but really he is full of smart comments that will have you rolling on the floor with alughter. Oliver decides that he will run for class president in order to prove that he is equal to his father. Or is it to get his approval and pride? That is for you to decide.
This book is a fast and enjoyable read. There is some language, but other than that it is very mild.
Book Review by Rhea B.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
The Weapon - Book Review by Mitch W.
The Weapon by Michael Z. Williamson
Michael Z. Williamson is an underdog author from a little known publisher. Despite this, he writes in-depth and realistic sci-fi. The Weapon is the best example of his ability. The book follows Kenneth Chinran through his entire military career serving Freehold, one of a few star nations that have broken away from the majority of humanity. Chinran joins as an angry youth looking to get away from home but is soon picked up for an elite deep cover team sent on a suicide mission to destroy Freehold's greatest enemy, Earth.
A must read for sci-fi fans.
Book review by Mitch W.
Michael Z. Williamson is an underdog author from a little known publisher. Despite this, he writes in-depth and realistic sci-fi. The Weapon is the best example of his ability. The book follows Kenneth Chinran through his entire military career serving Freehold, one of a few star nations that have broken away from the majority of humanity. Chinran joins as an angry youth looking to get away from home but is soon picked up for an elite deep cover team sent on a suicide mission to destroy Freehold's greatest enemy, Earth.
A must read for sci-fi fans.
Book review by Mitch W.
Uncle John's Book of the Dumb - Book Review by Joe W.
Uncle John's Book of the Dumb by John Michael Scalzi
This book is a random collection of true stories about stupid people doing stupid things. There's a lot of variety in the stories, from police forcing a kid to shut down his lemonade stand due to a lack of a permit, to the 8-track, to a woman using a cigarette lighter to peer into a fuel tank. Reading this book, you'll learn one thing: stupidity knows no bounds (or anything else for that matter). I liked this book because I'm one of those people who laugh at this kinda dumb stuff. There's a sequel as well, if you crave more stupidity.
Book Review by Joe W.
This book is a random collection of true stories about stupid people doing stupid things. There's a lot of variety in the stories, from police forcing a kid to shut down his lemonade stand due to a lack of a permit, to the 8-track, to a woman using a cigarette lighter to peer into a fuel tank. Reading this book, you'll learn one thing: stupidity knows no bounds (or anything else for that matter). I liked this book because I'm one of those people who laugh at this kinda dumb stuff. There's a sequel as well, if you crave more stupidity.
Book Review by Joe W.
Coffeehouse Angel - Book Review by Rhea B.
Coffeehouse Angel by Suzanne Selfors
Katrina lives with her grandmother where she helps run their Scandinavian coffeehouse. Life was good till her parents died and a "modern" coffeehouse was put in. Katrina feels like she isn't special and that life is horrible till she meets Malcom, an angel. No really, he is. Katrina is kind to him, so he keeps trying to reward her for her good deed. In the process, they fall in love with each other, but how can a human and an angel live together?
I loves this book. It is absolutely adorable. Katrina is a character that anyone can relate to personality wise. Malcolm is absolutely adorable. Great book to read if you want a few laughs and a warm fuzzy feeling inside at the end.
Book review by Rhea B.
Katrina lives with her grandmother where she helps run their Scandinavian coffeehouse. Life was good till her parents died and a "modern" coffeehouse was put in. Katrina feels like she isn't special and that life is horrible till she meets Malcom, an angel. No really, he is. Katrina is kind to him, so he keeps trying to reward her for her good deed. In the process, they fall in love with each other, but how can a human and an angel live together?
I loves this book. It is absolutely adorable. Katrina is a character that anyone can relate to personality wise. Malcolm is absolutely adorable. Great book to read if you want a few laughs and a warm fuzzy feeling inside at the end.
Book review by Rhea B.
Monday, December 14, 2009
The Monstrumologist - Book Review by Callie T.
The Monstrumologist by Rick Yancy
Monstrumologist is an awesome book full of violence and gore. Everyone should read this well written tale of a boy and his life-threatening adventure fighting monsters. I love it and suggest everyone who loves horror should read it, too. I, myself, don't get nauseous often, but with this one, I had to set it down for a moment because it was described so well.
An awesome read, for sure!
Review by Callie T.
Monstrumologist is an awesome book full of violence and gore. Everyone should read this well written tale of a boy and his life-threatening adventure fighting monsters. I love it and suggest everyone who loves horror should read it, too. I, myself, don't get nauseous often, but with this one, I had to set it down for a moment because it was described so well.
An awesome read, for sure!
Review by Callie T.
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