by Melissa Marr
This is book 3 in the Wicked Lovely series. If you enjoy a world where humans and faeries coexist (sort of), you'll like the premise of this series. Book 3 continues to tale of Aislinn, Seth, and Kieran - their struggle to find a balance among the three of them. I enjoyed reading this; I found myself wondering about what would happen next as I was doing other things; I would recommend this book for young adults. There was one F-word (lame), but clean other than that. As with most young adult books, sex is a topic, but no details.
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Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Sunday, June 17, 2012
The Education of Bet
by Lauren Baratz-Logsted
This short book was thoroughly entertaining. I kept thinking it shouldn't be so fun to read. I young girl wants an education so badly she's willing to impersonate a boy...in a time that was unheard of! Great book for young adults (especially girls) who need a giggle and maybe a little perspective on their own life. Fun and easy to read!
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This short book was thoroughly entertaining. I kept thinking it shouldn't be so fun to read. I young girl wants an education so badly she's willing to impersonate a boy...in a time that was unheard of! Great book for young adults (especially girls) who need a giggle and maybe a little perspective on their own life. Fun and easy to read!
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The Little Giant of Aberdeen County
by Tiffany Baker
What an insightful book! A young girl, living in a painfully small town, endures challenges, trials, hardships, and and life in general. Somehow she makes it through. I LOVED this book!! Definitely a good reminder of how people should be treated - and a wake up call to actually doing it daily. You MUST READ this. You'll be a better person for it :)
****
What an insightful book! A young girl, living in a painfully small town, endures challenges, trials, hardships, and and life in general. Somehow she makes it through. I LOVED this book!! Definitely a good reminder of how people should be treated - and a wake up call to actually doing it daily. You MUST READ this. You'll be a better person for it :)
****
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Wonderstruck
by Brian Selznick
I recently read The Invention of Hugo Cabret by the same author and found his style completely captivating. I picked up Wonderstruck at the library a couple of weeks ago, but had a few other books to get through first. Also, I found the size the book to be a little intimidating (Huge!!), so it got put on the back burner until yesterday. I started in the morning, read some after lunch, and finished after dinner...with several breaks between. Like Hugo, the pictures told as much of the story as the words. With two simultaneous storylines, it was exciting to see how they would come together. I would definitely recommend this book for boys or girls age 10+. It is a wonderful story of childhood sorrow, overcoming obstacles, and doing the best you can in a difficult situation. If a person does the best he knows how, he often finds life will come together to an unexpected happiness.
****
I recently read The Invention of Hugo Cabret by the same author and found his style completely captivating. I picked up Wonderstruck at the library a couple of weeks ago, but had a few other books to get through first. Also, I found the size the book to be a little intimidating (Huge!!), so it got put on the back burner until yesterday. I started in the morning, read some after lunch, and finished after dinner...with several breaks between. Like Hugo, the pictures told as much of the story as the words. With two simultaneous storylines, it was exciting to see how they would come together. I would definitely recommend this book for boys or girls age 10+. It is a wonderful story of childhood sorrow, overcoming obstacles, and doing the best you can in a difficult situation. If a person does the best he knows how, he often finds life will come together to an unexpected happiness.
****
Monday, June 11, 2012
The Night Circus
by Erin Morgenstern
I wasn't sure what to expect when I began this book. As I continued to read, I found myself wondering if this could really happen. There are several characters who become real very quickly. Imagine being part of a circus. Now imagine that circus is only open at night. The wonders and talents are fascinating. It was an exciting tale; one that kept my attention and my imagination captivated. I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone who likes a different perspective, enjoys a little creativity, and wants to be enveloped in the possibilities of the impossible. No coarse language, no graphic violence, no sex. What more could you ask for?! It is a challenging read, so I would suggest high school at least for comprehension.
****
I wasn't sure what to expect when I began this book. As I continued to read, I found myself wondering if this could really happen. There are several characters who become real very quickly. Imagine being part of a circus. Now imagine that circus is only open at night. The wonders and talents are fascinating. It was an exciting tale; one that kept my attention and my imagination captivated. I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone who likes a different perspective, enjoys a little creativity, and wants to be enveloped in the possibilities of the impossible. No coarse language, no graphic violence, no sex. What more could you ask for?! It is a challenging read, so I would suggest high school at least for comprehension.
****
Friday, May 25, 2012
Ink Exchange
by Melissa Marr
This is the follow-up book to Wicked Lovely. It focuses on a different character, but expands on the world of fey and their interactions with humans. I liked it...a couple swear words. Allusion to drug use, and the after affects of rape...no details, just that it happened. The book was a quick read, a great escape and fun to read!
Definitely not for young readers, but maybe 14+ depending on maturity.
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This is the follow-up book to Wicked Lovely. It focuses on a different character, but expands on the world of fey and their interactions with humans. I liked it...a couple swear words. Allusion to drug use, and the after affects of rape...no details, just that it happened. The book was a quick read, a great escape and fun to read!
Definitely not for young readers, but maybe 14+ depending on maturity.
***
Sunday, May 20, 2012
The Twin's Daughter
by Lauren Baratz-Logsted
I found this book as a free Kindle book from Amazon.com. I like free things, so I downloaded it. Taking place in London during Victorian times, propriety is all the rage in the upper echelon of society. When her mother's identical twin makes an appearance, Lucy's life would change. This new relation changes the family in ways Lucy would never suspect. In the end, Lucy is better for all she endures. Great book!! Not graphic, but details enough to keep a reader interested. Young adult, not juvenile.
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I found this book as a free Kindle book from Amazon.com. I like free things, so I downloaded it. Taking place in London during Victorian times, propriety is all the rage in the upper echelon of society. When her mother's identical twin makes an appearance, Lucy's life would change. This new relation changes the family in ways Lucy would never suspect. In the end, Lucy is better for all she endures. Great book!! Not graphic, but details enough to keep a reader interested. Young adult, not juvenile.
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