Book Reviews
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowlig
Reviewed by G. Ballweg, February 2016
Several years ago, when my mom first told me to read the Harry Potter books, I told her, “No,” because I thought they looked stupid. When she handed me Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone again this year and told me to...
Zeroes
Zeroes by Scott Westerfeld
Reviewed by K. Yanna, December 2015
Zeroes: The Best Up-And-Coming Trilogy
Be on the lookout for Zeroes by Scott Westerfeld, Margo Lanagan, and Deborah Biancotti as the best up-and-coming trilogy. This well-written novel tells the story of an...
Wicked Lovely
Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr
Reviewed by P. Wheeler, December 2015
I would definitely rate Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr a 4 out of 5 stars. While I loved the storyline and how the girl was unique in her own way, I felt that that was missing something. When reading you discover the girl isn’t human but in fact...
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I’ll Give You The Sun by Jandy Nelson
Reviewed by P. Wheeler, December 2015
I’m my opinion I’ll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson is one of the best books I have EVER read. The story brings to light the struggles that not many people have to face. With the book in the point of view of two twins, Jude and Noah,...
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Greenglass House by Kate Milford
Reviewed by R. Plenty, January 2016
When reading this book I found it easy to start thinking of other things like my day or what I was going to do tomorrow instead of thinking about the book. Also it became predictable at some parts like at the start and middle. Then there were many events...
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Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell
Reviewed by M. Petersen, December 2015
Rainbow Rowell conducts the story of two misfits finding each other and creating a heart-felt relationship. Unlike other love stories the characters, Eleanor and Park aren’t beautiful or handsome; they like each other for their personalities. A quote...
The Golden Braid
The Golden Braid by Melanie Dickerson
Reviewed by B. Knuteson, January 2016
The Golden Braid by Melanie Dickerson gives readers yet another reason to love the classic fairytale of Rapunzel. Constantly moving from town to town with her mother, Gothel, Rapunzel struggles to understand her purpose in life. With a...
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The Elite by Kiera Cass
Reviewed by B. Knuteson, December 2015
Imagine, living in a world full of glittering ball gowns, a palace with a seemingly never-ending display of priceless antiques, sleeping under the same roof as the picturesque King and Queen, and eating enough gourmet food to make you think it was a party everyday....
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The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey
Reviewed by T. Klink, November 2015
The 5th Wave is a fantastic sci-fi book written by Rick Yancey. This book is about a post-apocalyptic world where the last hope for humanity is on a 15 year old girl. Rick Yancey does a fantastic job of playing with your emotions. The main character...
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Fast Break by Mike Lupica
Reviewed by T. Klink, December 2015
Fast Break is a story about a young boy who has been living the last two months living without his parents, and steals so he can survive. I enjoy reading this book because Mike Lupica does a fantastic job of story telling. Also it is a very original...
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