Name: Tucker Hardy
Class: A4
Book: Fablehaven 2: Rise of the Evening Star
Author: Brandon Mull
Pages: 431
Rating:*****
Recommendation: This was such an incredible book! Rise of the Evening Star is a spectacular squeal that has action, adventure, randomness, and it keeps you begging for more. It's funny and somewhat feels childish, but is very much for anybody!
Summary: This book is about 2 siblings, Kendra and Seth, who have recently discovered a world of magic and fantasy! An evil group called the "Society of the Evening Star" (thought to have disappeared) is on the move again. Kendra and Seth are primary targets, especially Kendra who is "Fairystruck". She can recharge ancient magical artifacts to work again and that's exactly what the Society needs to accomplish their goal of opening a prison filled with the most powerful demons on the planet. The Society will do anything to fulfill their goals, betrayal, stealing, even killing. Kendra and Seth must remain safe, so the Society cannot achieve their goals. So protectors were sent in to help! But a spy is among the new arrivals. Can Seth and Kendra find out who the spy is and save their family and the world from the Society?
Explanation of Rating: This was such a fantastic book! It has absolutely everything, action, adventure, humor, wit, and so much more. It teaches amazing lessons about our choices, trust, friendship, and family. Mull is a very talented writer, he keeps you hooked and always leaves you at some twist or completely leaves you hanging. It's always thrilling and is wonderfully random. It can appeal to absolutely everyone. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a very off the wall book, in which anything can happen!
Favorite Passage: "Had one of the people eating breakfast with her just tried to kill Vanessa? Certainly not her or Grandpa or Grandma or Seth! Tanu? Coulter? She didn't want to make eye contact with anyone" - Chapter 7
I like this passage because it shows the betrayal aspect of the book, and how it's extremely hard to know who is right to trust. It shows a major theme in this book.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
The Last Song
Melissa Littlefield
A3
The Last Song
Nicholas Sparks
Pages: 405
Rating:*****It was Amazing!
If I had to recommend this book to someone it would have to be Teens and Adults. This book is told from several perspectives and the main two are a teen and an adult. I would not recommend this book for younger kids because it has a certain maturity level about it.
This book takes place in Wrightsville Beach, NC. This book is about a girl named Ronnie who is forced to spend the summer with her dad, and her little brother. Ronnie at first despises her dad, after he left their family and moved away. Ronnie had always been an amazing piano player as well as her dad, but she refused to play after her dad left. After spending a couple days with her dad she starts to talk to him again and she finds herself not hating him. She meets a boy names Will who she thinks would be the last person she would end up with. Will finds Ronnie very interesting and they start to fall in love. Throughout the book many events happen sad, and lifechanging. Ronnie builds an amazing relationship with her dad again. Later in the story Ronnie, and her brother find out their dad has cancer and he only has a little bit longer to live. Ronnie stays by her dad side, and Will tries to stay by hers but they get seperated when will goes to school. Ronnie finds herself playing one Last Song before her dad passes. In the end of the book Nicholas Sparks creates a touching ending that will make you fall in love with his books!
I gave this book a 5 star rating. So far out of the many books I read this has to be my favorite. This books is full of everything you can think of. It is told from several perpectives so well! This book is an amazing story that Nicholas Sparks tells so well. I loved this book because I could connect with it so well. This book has great morals and principles. If you love touching, heartfelt, and romance this book is perfect!
"What did you wish for?" she asked, her voice a whisper. But he couldn't answer. Instead, he raised her hand and slipped his other arm around her back. He stared at her, knowing with certainty that he was falling in love. He pulled her close and kissed her beneath a blanket of stars, wondering how on earth he'd been lucky enough to find her.(pg. 202 The Last Song)
I read this passage again and again because just in the circumstances the two people are in the book, and how they end up together is amazing! I also had it underline in my book because I thought it was a super cute passage!
A3
The Last Song
Nicholas Sparks
Pages: 405
Rating:*****It was Amazing!
If I had to recommend this book to someone it would have to be Teens and Adults. This book is told from several perspectives and the main two are a teen and an adult. I would not recommend this book for younger kids because it has a certain maturity level about it.
This book takes place in Wrightsville Beach, NC. This book is about a girl named Ronnie who is forced to spend the summer with her dad, and her little brother. Ronnie at first despises her dad, after he left their family and moved away. Ronnie had always been an amazing piano player as well as her dad, but she refused to play after her dad left. After spending a couple days with her dad she starts to talk to him again and she finds herself not hating him. She meets a boy names Will who she thinks would be the last person she would end up with. Will finds Ronnie very interesting and they start to fall in love. Throughout the book many events happen sad, and lifechanging. Ronnie builds an amazing relationship with her dad again. Later in the story Ronnie, and her brother find out their dad has cancer and he only has a little bit longer to live. Ronnie stays by her dad side, and Will tries to stay by hers but they get seperated when will goes to school. Ronnie finds herself playing one Last Song before her dad passes. In the end of the book Nicholas Sparks creates a touching ending that will make you fall in love with his books!
I gave this book a 5 star rating. So far out of the many books I read this has to be my favorite. This books is full of everything you can think of. It is told from several perpectives so well! This book is an amazing story that Nicholas Sparks tells so well. I loved this book because I could connect with it so well. This book has great morals and principles. If you love touching, heartfelt, and romance this book is perfect!
"What did you wish for?" she asked, her voice a whisper. But he couldn't answer. Instead, he raised her hand and slipped his other arm around her back. He stared at her, knowing with certainty that he was falling in love. He pulled her close and kissed her beneath a blanket of stars, wondering how on earth he'd been lucky enough to find her.(pg. 202 The Last Song)
I read this passage again and again because just in the circumstances the two people are in the book, and how they end up together is amazing! I also had it underline in my book because I thought it was a super cute passage!
Catching Fire A3
Name:Sarah Kessler
Class:A3
Book Title:Catching Fire
Author:Suzanne Collins
Pages:391
Rating:*****
Recommendation: Five stars, it was amazing. If you have read the first book in this series, The Hunger Games, then you will love this book just as much, or even more! Its suspenseful, filled with intense action and a little bit of romance. It's a great read.
Summary: Katniss returned home from the hunger games, after sticking it the the capitol, and expected a pretty easy life after that. Then she got an unexpected visit from the president who pretty much threatened her because she started a small upraising within other districts against the capitol. He said she needs to make people believe that the capitol didn't fall for her trick that she pulled to win the games. She doesn't do very well and districts start forming rebellions. Theres rumor the the 13th district, that was destroyed because of a rebellion, was a refuge to capitol haters. Well we don't find that out and the 3rd book comes out in August.
Explanation or Rating: I gave it 5 stars because I was enticed the entire time. There were no parts that seemed boring to me, or a drag to read. Everything about this book was very well put together and very well written.
Favorite Passage: "As I drift off, I try to imagine that world, somewhere in the future, with no Games, no Capitol. A place like the meadow in the song I sang to Rue as she died. Where Peeta's child would be safe." -Ch. 24
I love this because it shows how Katniss really would sacrifice herself for Peeta. It shows she loved him, even if it't not in a romantic way, but she honestly cares for him.
Class:A3
Book Title:Catching Fire
Author:Suzanne Collins
Pages:391
Rating:*****
Recommendation: Five stars, it was amazing. If you have read the first book in this series, The Hunger Games, then you will love this book just as much, or even more! Its suspenseful, filled with intense action and a little bit of romance. It's a great read.
Summary: Katniss returned home from the hunger games, after sticking it the the capitol, and expected a pretty easy life after that. Then she got an unexpected visit from the president who pretty much threatened her because she started a small upraising within other districts against the capitol. He said she needs to make people believe that the capitol didn't fall for her trick that she pulled to win the games. She doesn't do very well and districts start forming rebellions. Theres rumor the the 13th district, that was destroyed because of a rebellion, was a refuge to capitol haters. Well we don't find that out and the 3rd book comes out in August.
Explanation or Rating: I gave it 5 stars because I was enticed the entire time. There were no parts that seemed boring to me, or a drag to read. Everything about this book was very well put together and very well written.
Favorite Passage: "As I drift off, I try to imagine that world, somewhere in the future, with no Games, no Capitol. A place like the meadow in the song I sang to Rue as she died. Where Peeta's child would be safe." -Ch. 24
I love this because it shows how Katniss really would sacrifice herself for Peeta. It shows she loved him, even if it't not in a romantic way, but she honestly cares for him.
Numbering the crime A2
Name: Fabiola Barragan
Period: A2
Title: Numbering the crime
Author: Forensic Mathematics
pages: 154
I thought this book was kind of boring, but at the same time it was dumb in some ways because it tells you when teenagers start drinking and the consequences they have after.
this book was about how teenager have fun and what they do when they have parties at there friends and their own house. Jessa was the one who usually did the parties at her house and the one who sold and had all kinds of drugs. All of her friends had all kinds of weapons like guns, knifes, bats etc.. It wasn't as safe because they have been caught carrying them with them everywhere. And Jerald was the guys that buys and sells the crews, ans the ones that run the crew is Bonnie and Dylan. They do all kinds of things they kill steel and fight for their things and friends.
I don't really know how long this book has been out or the generation its been through buts its all about aggression, selling drugs, and girls getting abused by all kinds of guys.Both guys and girls do the same girls act the same as a guys i thought it was weird to read those things about a girl.
I didn't have a favorite passage because i didn't like the book it was just to boring it wasn't the type of books i like to read so i didn't get so into reading it.
Period: A2
Title: Numbering the crime
Author: Forensic Mathematics
pages: 154
I thought this book was kind of boring, but at the same time it was dumb in some ways because it tells you when teenagers start drinking and the consequences they have after.
this book was about how teenager have fun and what they do when they have parties at there friends and their own house. Jessa was the one who usually did the parties at her house and the one who sold and had all kinds of drugs. All of her friends had all kinds of weapons like guns, knifes, bats etc.. It wasn't as safe because they have been caught carrying them with them everywhere. And Jerald was the guys that buys and sells the crews, ans the ones that run the crew is Bonnie and Dylan. They do all kinds of things they kill steel and fight for their things and friends.
I don't really know how long this book has been out or the generation its been through buts its all about aggression, selling drugs, and girls getting abused by all kinds of guys.Both guys and girls do the same girls act the same as a guys i thought it was weird to read those things about a girl.
I didn't have a favorite passage because i didn't like the book it was just to boring it wasn't the type of books i like to read so i didn't get so into reading it.
The Book Thief - A3
Name: Angela Sotelo
Class: A3
Book: The Book Thief
Author: Markus Zusak
550 pages
Rating: *****
Recommendation: The Book Thief can be read by anyone who enjoys reading. This book gives you a Nazi point of view of World War II. Once you start reading it, it will be hard to stop.
Summary: This is a story about Liesel Meminger a girl that has to deal with the traumatizing death of her brother (that causes her terrible nightmares), poverty, cruelty, and hope. The day her brother die was when she stole her first book. Once her foster father taught her how to read and write. She began stealing more books to console her during the tough times of the war. She spends most of her time with Rudy, her best friend. Together they tried to improve their life’s quality by stealing food and did many crazy things, they were inseparable. She witnessed many things that helped shape who she is and her attitudes.
Explanation: This book has a variety of characters that have different personalities and attitudes and I can really connect with some of the characters. Besides you get to learn about what the Nazi's went through, which is not that much different from the Jews. It teaches you great things such as courage and to do the right thing, regardless of what may happen. Plus, Rudy is quite humorous at times and he tries really hard to get a kiss from Liesel. Overall, the book great and you get to learn a few German words.
Favorite Passage: "The parade of Jewish prisoners continues through town." Part Ten: The Book Thief.
This part really touches me because I can picture it on my mind. I chose this passage because it shows how inhuman we are.
Class: A3
Book: The Book Thief
Author: Markus Zusak
550 pages
Rating: *****
Recommendation: The Book Thief can be read by anyone who enjoys reading. This book gives you a Nazi point of view of World War II. Once you start reading it, it will be hard to stop.
Summary: This is a story about Liesel Meminger a girl that has to deal with the traumatizing death of her brother (that causes her terrible nightmares), poverty, cruelty, and hope. The day her brother die was when she stole her first book. Once her foster father taught her how to read and write. She began stealing more books to console her during the tough times of the war. She spends most of her time with Rudy, her best friend. Together they tried to improve their life’s quality by stealing food and did many crazy things, they were inseparable. She witnessed many things that helped shape who she is and her attitudes.
Explanation: This book has a variety of characters that have different personalities and attitudes and I can really connect with some of the characters. Besides you get to learn about what the Nazi's went through, which is not that much different from the Jews. It teaches you great things such as courage and to do the right thing, regardless of what may happen. Plus, Rudy is quite humorous at times and he tries really hard to get a kiss from Liesel. Overall, the book great and you get to learn a few German words.
Favorite Passage: "The parade of Jewish prisoners continues through town." Part Ten: The Book Thief.
This part really touches me because I can picture it on my mind. I chose this passage because it shows how inhuman we are.
Daemons Are Forever - A4 (Wiscombe)
Gentry Wiscombe
A4
Daemons Are Forever
Simon R. Green
416 pages
Rating: *****
Outside Reading Report:
Recommendation: I recommend this book to anyone who likes the kind of books where you never want to put the book down. This book is a killer for intensity. You can feel your heart beating as you turn the pages. There are so many twists and turns that it will leave you yearning for more. I definitely recommend this book to anybody that loves action, intensity and a great imagination.
Summary: This is the 2nd book in the series. In the last book Eddie Drood brought down his family because they were controlling the world instead of protecting it. In, “Daemons are Forever” Eddie is attempting to rebuild the family. He becomes the new head of the Drood family, and seeks to bring them back to full potential, but this time keeping the world safe, not controlling it. He groups every drood and trains them to be warriors. They plan on striking The Loathly Ones as a target very first just to show the world they are still a threat. The Loathly Ones have had a conspiracy going for bringing a higher power into this world to destroy it, The Hungry Gods. Eddie and his new army go out in a quest to destroy the Loathly Ones and help bring down the destructive forces they bring.
Explanation of Rating: The first book was very good, but this book tops it. I read this book in 2 days simply because I could not put the book down. I was constantly trying to predict what would happen next, but to no avail. There are too many twists and turns to attempt at guessing what this book has to offer. It is supremely well written and I encourage everybody to read this series.
Percy Jackson and the Olympian: The Lightning Thief
Name: Ben Maeda
Class: A4
Book: Percy Jackson and the Olympian: The Lightning Thief
Author: Rick Riordan
Pages: 375
Rating:****
Recommendations: I would recommend this book to those who likes Mythology. This book contains mostly true information about the Greek Gods such as Zeus, Hades, and Poseidon. It was entertaining and interesting at the same time!
Summary: This book is a fantasy/adventure novel based on Greek Mythology. It's based on this Character who is a Half-god Half-human (demigod). Percy Jackson is a twelve year old boy diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia, who has been expelled from several schools. He goes on a Percy goes on a trip with his mother Sally, and his friend Grover. On the way Grover insists that Sally takes Percy to a certain camp for protection. As they drive towards camp, they are attacked by a Minotaur which grabs Percy's mother by her throat. She dissolves into a golden shower of light, while Grover and Percy narrowly escape. After he escapes they discovers that he has arrived in Camp Half-Blood, a secretive training ground for demigods. And shortly after that he learns that he is the Son of Poseidon. He also learns that his mother is still alive so basically he goes and saves her.
Explanation of Rating: I gave this book a 4 star because I have been learning Greek mythology in my Mythology class. I thought it was cool to be able to connect what I learned and what I was reading. Also, I enjoyed the book because I like to read about adventure stuff. And I thought it was clever to make up characters like Percy Jackson as a son of a God. Over all, I enjoyed the book.
Favorite Quote: "I liked you better as my math teacher" - near the beginning of the book
I like this quote because it was in the middle of fighting and all he says is "I liked you better as my math teacher." I thought it was funny.
Class: A4
Book: Percy Jackson and the Olympian: The Lightning Thief
Author: Rick Riordan
Pages: 375
Rating:****
Recommendations: I would recommend this book to those who likes Mythology. This book contains mostly true information about the Greek Gods such as Zeus, Hades, and Poseidon. It was entertaining and interesting at the same time!
Summary: This book is a fantasy/adventure novel based on Greek Mythology. It's based on this Character who is a Half-god Half-human (demigod). Percy Jackson is a twelve year old boy diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia, who has been expelled from several schools. He goes on a Percy goes on a trip with his mother Sally, and his friend Grover. On the way Grover insists that Sally takes Percy to a certain camp for protection. As they drive towards camp, they are attacked by a Minotaur which grabs Percy's mother by her throat. She dissolves into a golden shower of light, while Grover and Percy narrowly escape. After he escapes they discovers that he has arrived in Camp Half-Blood, a secretive training ground for demigods. And shortly after that he learns that he is the Son of Poseidon. He also learns that his mother is still alive so basically he goes and saves her.
Explanation of Rating: I gave this book a 4 star because I have been learning Greek mythology in my Mythology class. I thought it was cool to be able to connect what I learned and what I was reading. Also, I enjoyed the book because I like to read about adventure stuff. And I thought it was clever to make up characters like Percy Jackson as a son of a God. Over all, I enjoyed the book.
Favorite Quote: "I liked you better as my math teacher" - near the beginning of the book
I like this quote because it was in the middle of fighting and all he says is "I liked you better as my math teacher." I thought it was funny.
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