by Scott Westerfeld
Impressive. Young girl excited to become "Pretty" on her 16th birthday finds out about another option...plot twists, unexpected turns, great story! Futuristic earth, makes the reader a little more aware of our wasteful society. Great for a 12+age reader.
****
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Your Heart Belongs to Me
by Dean Koontz
I can't remember the last time I read a book by Dean Koontz...jr. high, maybe? But, I found this one for less than $1 at the library, so I thought I'd give it a go. Ya know, I was expecting graphic love scenes, gore, and murder with explicit details. I got a story of intrigue, suspense, and love...nothing graphic :)
I had forgotten how much I enjoyed a good clean murder mystery (minus the actual murder). I would recommend you try this book if you need a story that will keep your interest and you can share with your 12+ children. Great book! (a few omg's, but I don't recall any other strong language)
****
I can't remember the last time I read a book by Dean Koontz...jr. high, maybe? But, I found this one for less than $1 at the library, so I thought I'd give it a go. Ya know, I was expecting graphic love scenes, gore, and murder with explicit details. I got a story of intrigue, suspense, and love...nothing graphic :)
I had forgotten how much I enjoyed a good clean murder mystery (minus the actual murder). I would recommend you try this book if you need a story that will keep your interest and you can share with your 12+ children. Great book! (a few omg's, but I don't recall any other strong language)
****
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Water for Elephants
by Sara Gruen
I just really excited to read this book. I had heard how good it was. I really enjoyed the story of a man torn between his younger self and the present aged man. I liked how the author was able to make him real and keep me interested in both his life as a young man and his current struggles as a 90-something man. The story brought to life the reality of the Depression of the 1930's. It also gave great insight to circus life during that time (and now).
I thought the story was great! I did NOT however think the language was necessary (f-words dotted throughout). There was a couple of explicit chapters that could have been less graphic. Overall, great story, adults content.
***
I can't recommend it to anyone who finds graphic sexual scenes and f-words offensive.
I just really excited to read this book. I had heard how good it was. I really enjoyed the story of a man torn between his younger self and the present aged man. I liked how the author was able to make him real and keep me interested in both his life as a young man and his current struggles as a 90-something man. The story brought to life the reality of the Depression of the 1930's. It also gave great insight to circus life during that time (and now).
I thought the story was great! I did NOT however think the language was necessary (f-words dotted throughout). There was a couple of explicit chapters that could have been less graphic. Overall, great story, adults content.
***
I can't recommend it to anyone who finds graphic sexual scenes and f-words offensive.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
by J. K. Rowling
Wow...! I had the Hardest time putting this one down! I have always thought H.P. to be for kids...it is, but it's not. There's no many different layers. Kids will enjoy reading it, but might get a little scared if they're young. I found profound lessons for life as I read...
Definitely a must-read!!
*****
I'm going to take a break for a little while...need to catch up on a few projects before diving back into a book.
Wow...! I had the Hardest time putting this one down! I have always thought H.P. to be for kids...it is, but it's not. There's no many different layers. Kids will enjoy reading it, but might get a little scared if they're young. I found profound lessons for life as I read...
Definitely a must-read!!
*****
I'm going to take a break for a little while...need to catch up on a few projects before diving back into a book.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
by J. K. Rowling
Harry is now in his sixth year at Hogwarts. He knows he can trust his friends and he wants to get on with life.
He has endured hardship, sorrow, joy, and peace...he again visits those feelings this year. He has resolved to fight darkness and his friends are by his side!
GREAT!!
*****
Harry is now in his sixth year at Hogwarts. He knows he can trust his friends and he wants to get on with life.
He has endured hardship, sorrow, joy, and peace...he again visits those feelings this year. He has resolved to fight darkness and his friends are by his side!
GREAT!!
*****
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
by J. K. Rowling
I actually finished this book a couple of weeks ago, but I forgot to post it. So, here goes.
I love how each book in the series adds another dimension to the entire story. This time the author adds adult influence in it's finest form. Harry finally has adults to look to as role models, to answer questions, and to guide him.
LOVE IT!!
*****
I actually finished this book a couple of weeks ago, but I forgot to post it. So, here goes.
I love how each book in the series adds another dimension to the entire story. This time the author adds adult influence in it's finest form. Harry finally has adults to look to as role models, to answer questions, and to guide him.
LOVE IT!!
*****
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by J. K. Rowling
Harry is getting so grown up. He crushes on girls, fights dragons and fights Voldemort! What a guy!
So sad that a character goes away, but one more exciting installment in the Harry Potter saga!!
*****
Harry is getting so grown up. He crushes on girls, fights dragons and fights Voldemort! What a guy!
So sad that a character goes away, but one more exciting installment in the Harry Potter saga!!
*****
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