Archive for April, 2015
Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Apr.28, 2015, under Adventure, Fantasy, Student Reviews
Review by Trevor N.
Who would like this book? Anyone who likes science fiction or fantasy and humor who is practically any age would really like this book.
The goods on this book: Artemis Fowl is a twelve-year-old rich mastermind. Ever since his father has gone missing, his mother Angeline has gone a little crazy. Ever since his father has gone missing, Artemis has been thinking of a way to regain the family wealth. Artemis and his butler don’t really know what they got themselves into when they capture Holly Short of the LEPerecon fairy police. Artemis thinks he’s got them right where he wants them, but what happens when they start breaking the rules? The main characters of this book are Artemis, Butler, Holly Short, Comander Root, and Foaly, the centaur.
The details: 277 pages; 2000 Review by Trevor N.
Artemis Fowl #4: The Opal Deception by Eoin Colfer
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Apr.27, 2015, under Detective/Spy, Fantasy, Mystery, Student Reviews
Review by Zach L.
Who would like this book? People who might like this book are, well, anyone. This is a great all-around book if you like mystery and fantasy.
The goods on this book: In this book, Opal is back and she wants revenge. She’s going after Holly, Artemis, Butler and Julius. She’s had a whole year to think about it. Her plan is foolproof. Right? Who will win this epic?
The details: 342 pages; 2005 Review by Zach L.
Artemis Fowl 3: The Eternity Code by Eoin Colfer
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Apr.14, 2015, under Adventure, Fantasy, Student Reviews
Review by Zach L.
Who would like this book? Males or females, ages 10 to 16 year-olds, who love fantasy and action books would like this book.
The goods on this book: In this book Artemis Fowl made a grave mistake. After saving his father, Artemis does one last mission. He recruited the help of the fairies to get back the C-Cube, an amazing piece of fairy tech that Artemis fixed up. Will Artemis finish his last mission or will everything go down in flames?
The details: 309 pages; 2003 Review by Zach L.
Michael Vey Book 4: The Hunt For Jade Dragon by Richard Paul Evans
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Apr.07, 2015, under Science Fiction, Student Reviews, Thriller
Review by Trevor N.
Who would like this book? Anyone who has read and liked a Michael Vey book would really enjoy this book.
The goods on this book: Not even one year ago Michael was just a normal kid going to a normal school. Now he and the rest of the electroclan are going to Taiwan to save a nine year old autistic saint who has figured out the code to the MEI system from the Elgen. Has his and the rest of the electroclan’s luck finally run out? Will Hatch be able to take over the world with his elaborate plan? You’ll have to read to find out. In my opinion, I really like this series and cannot wait till this fall to read the next one.
The details: 319 pages; 2014 Review by Trevor N.
Michael Vey Book 2: The Rise of the Elgin by Richard Paul Evans
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Apr.02, 2015, under Adventure, Science Fiction, Student Reviews
Review by Trevor N.
Who would like this book? Anyone who liked the first book and likes action and adventure would really like this book.
The goods on this book: Michael and the rest of the electric clan are now heading to Peru to help save Michael’s mom from the hands of Hatch. They experience a lot of challenges on their journey through the jungle of Peru. I really enjoyed the book. I thought it was really well written and would suggest the series to just about anyone.
The details: 335 pages; 2012 Review by Trevor N.
The Thirteenth Child by Patricia C. Wrede
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Apr.02, 2015, under Adventure, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Student Reviews, Supernatural
Review by Zach L.
Who would like this book? Male or female readers, grade 6 or 7, who like magic, history, and frontier life would like this book.
The goods on this book: This story follows Eff, a thirteenth child. In this world, numbers mean everything. If you’re a seventh child, you’re lucky and have more magic than normal, but if you’re a double seven like Eff and twin Lan, then you’re amazingly lucky and “are filled to the rafter with magic” as Eff would say. Sadly, Eff is a thirteenth child born to bring doom and destruction, at least that’s what her Uncle Earn tells her. Will her twin-overflowing magic and her so called “evil side” make a dangerous force or an unstoppable good?
The details: 344 pages; 2009 Review by Zach L.
N.E.R.D.S: M Is For Mama’s Boy by Michael Buckley
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Apr.01, 2015, under Detective/Spy, Humorous, Student Reviews
Review by Maylie N.
Who would like this book? I think both genders of ages 8 and up will enjoy this thrilling, creative, and action- packed book. Adults or older teens may not like it as much, but it will still be enjoyable to them. Fans of spies and superheroes will like this book as well.
The goods on this book: This story takes place in the present (or maybe a little into the future) times in America. The N.E.R.D.S (National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society), a group of spy elementary schoolers, are at it again, this time facing an old enemy. This enemy has a dastardly plan and people (and animals) to help with it. Duncan, A.K.A Gluestick, a member of the N.E.R.D.S, joins up with his teammates to stop him. But oh no! The villain has concocted a device that deprives them of their powers! Duncan is devastated. He relies on his powers, along with technology, to be a good spy, and now he can only rely on tech. But what will happen when technology is taken from him too? I really like this book series and plan on reading more of it. The story is very clear and easy to follow, and Buckley throws in some clever humor to lighten the mood. This is a great book to read when you feel like having an adventure!
The details: 246 pages; 2010 Review by Maylie N.
