Archive for June, 2014
Crank by Ellen Hopkins
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.15, 2014, under Real life, Student Reviews
Review by Ethan K.
Who would like this book? Anyone 13 and over who likes reading about drugs and drama.
The goods on this book: Kristina gets hooked on meth when she moves to her dad’s house in the summer. She has became really addicted to it. When she is on it, she calls it her “other side” and names it Bri. She is struggling to life trying to get off of it but doesn’t know how or who to ask for help. I thought the book was really good but had some disturbing content.
The details: 537 pages; 2004 Review by Ethan K.
Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy’s Astounding Story of his Trip to Heaven and Back by Todd Burpo
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.14, 2014, under Biography or Autobigraphy, Spiritual, Student Reviews
Review by Bronson H.
Who would like this book? 6th graders and up would like this book if they are interested in God and the afterlife.
The goods on this book: Todd Burpo is a pastor of a church in Nebraska and is Colton’s dad. When Colton was age 3 or 4, he got sick and almost died but his heart never stopped beating. He recovered and started talking about heaven. Colton told the details of heaven very slowly over years. Colton’s dad wrote the book “Heaven is for Real” when Colton was 12 years old. I thought the book was awesome because it mentioned Bible verses while Colton was telling the story. I also loved the book because Colton gave good details of what Jesus looked like and who Colton met in heaven.
The details: 163 pages; 2010 Review by Bronson H.
Prodigy (Legend Book 2) by Marie Lu
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.12, 2014, under Science Fiction, Student Reviews, Thriller, War
Review by Felix H.
Who would like this book? Ladies and gents ages 11+ who don’t mind some mature content.
The goods on this book: Just narrowly escaping the Republic in Legend, Day and June are thrown once again into another chaotic sequel! This time Day’s leg injury has come back to haunt him; the Patriots (a rebel organization against the republic) agree to help them both, for a price. Riots are breaking loose and a new Elector is handling the wheel of the country. The senators are not happy with his decisions, and so the Patriots decide to take the opportunity to plan an assassination on the new elector, Anden. However, not everything is what it seems with the Patriots, and June is caught in between the long standing loyalty to her country and the newfound respect of her fellow Patriots. Will June follow through?
The details: 374 pages; 2013 Review by Felix
Nation by Terry Pratchett
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.12, 2014, under Adventure, Historical Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, ORCA, Student Reviews, YRCA
Review by Nick Y.
Who would like this book? I recommend this book for children 12 years of age or older because of the mature content. If you like suspenseful adventure stories, then you would like this book.
The goods on this book: It was the day Mau would become a man, a true man of the Nation. Mau would finally get his tattoos and weapons, or will he not? The Nation was washed away by a tsunami which brought with it a large wooden ship named the Sweet Judy. The only people who survived the tsunami were Mau, the Nation boy, and Daphne, the girl from whatever wealthy empire she came from. These two children must now find a way to communicate with each other, understand each other and know each other. But how?
The details: 367 pages; 2010 Review by Nick Y.
An Abundance of Katherines by John Green
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.11, 2014, under Real life, Romance, Student Reviews
Review by Chloe C.
Who would like this book? An Abundance of Katherines is a comedy fiction book that’s a quick and easy read. I wold recommend it to anyone, especially girls ages 12-15.
The goods on this book: Colin, a former child prodigy, has spent his whole life on quiz shows, learning languages, and falling in love with girls named Katherine. He’s just broken up with his nineteenth Katherine, leaving him devastated. His charismatic best friend Hassan decides it’s time Colin takes the pressure off himself and whisks him off on a road trip without a destination. They end up in an unknown town with a family that works in a textile industry when Colin gets an idea. He decides he can create a mathematical formula to predict how each and every relationship will go. Filled with stories and flashbacks from each of Colin’s failed relationships and plenty of hilarious moments, An Abundance of Katherines is great for anyone that’s interested. This book was a quick but enjoyable read, with dynamic characters and an intriguing storyline.
The details: 227 pages; 2007 Review by Chloe C.
The Death Cure by James Dashner
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.06, 2014, under Science Fiction, Student Reviews, Thriller
Review by Trevor N.
Who would like this book? Anyone from age 12 and up who likes a little bit of blood and a lot of epic fighting scenes.
The goods on this book: The Death Cure is the third book in the Maze Runner series. It takes place in Denver, and the WICKED head quarters. The Gladers have been through so much and now they have the biggest journey ahead of them yet. This book has the same main characters as the last book, including Thomas, Minho, and Theresa. I thought this book was amazing, and it will keep you on your seat at every page. I personally loved the series and do suggest it.
The details: 324 pages; 2011 Review by Trevor N.
Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.02, 2014, under Historical Fiction, Real life, Student Reviews
Review by Calin M.
Who would like this book? I think this would be a good book for both genders. I would personally recommend this book to others.
The goods on this book: This book is mainly about a family that moved to Alcatraz for their Dad’s work. The main characters in this book are Matthew, also called Moose; Natalie, Matthew’s sister; Piper, the Wardens daughter; Scout, Matthew’s friend; Cameron, Matthews Dad; Warden Williams, the warden; and Al Capone, the notorious criminal. Natalie gets sent to Esther P. Marinoff School, a school that would help Natalie with her education since she was a very challenged learner. This was really hard on Matthew’s family because they really cared about Natalie, and really worried that she wouldn’t make it at Esther P. Marinoff. If you would like an easy, but interesting read I think this is the book for you!
The details: 228 pages; 2004 Review by Calin M.
Life as We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.02, 2014, under Science Fiction, Student Reviews
Review by Mazzy N.
Who would like this book? People who like fiction and are older then 11. I think both genders would like this book.
The goods on this book: Miranda is sixteen years old and still writes a diary, but maybe it’s a good thing. A meteor is going to hit and everyone gathers. When it hits is when the disaster start: the blizzards, earthquakes, volcanoes. Miranda and her family may be safe for while, but what happens when they run out of food or get sick? Nobody knows, but they do know that they have to keep each other alive. Miranda was never a happy person, but now she feels as if this experience has helped her in many ways. She knows what it means to struggle to survive, and in the end it was all worth it even if not everybody made it out alive. I thought this book was really good and had a lot of detail.
The details: 347 pages; 2006 Review by Mazzy N.
Eighth Grade Bites: The Chronicles of Vladimir Tod #1 by Heather Brewer
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Jun.02, 2014, under Real life, Student Reviews, Vampire Fiction
Review by Theresa G.
Who would like this book? #Mystery, #Suspense, #Funny, #Middle school and up, #Vampires, #Supernatural
The goods on this book: This is an amazing story of a vampire trying to live a normalish life. It’s not all a sucky love story; the vampire has a crush, but that’s it. He lost his parents at a young age in a mysterious fire and wants to know what happened. Now, it seems a teacher might be finding out his secret…
The details: 182 pages; 2007 Review by Theresa G.
