I love when middle grade books aren’t patronizing. I love when children are not beat over the head with the fact that they are not adults and cannot possibly comprehend big words. I love it when authors do not talk down/write down in their books for children. The Magnificent 12: The Call by Michael Grant […]
Mockingjay In One Word
August 25, 2010
Seeing as how thousands of people will be reviewing Mockingjay, I thought for my review I wouldn’t make a full review, knowing how much I could accidentally give away, so I will just write one word to sum up all of my thoughts on the conclusion to the Hunger Games Trilogy: Brilliant. If you had […]
I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore
August 11, 2010
I think it would be perfect for reluctant readers who aren’t looking for a deeper meaning in the story. It’s perfect for readers who want a whole lot of action and a whole lot of bang.
Review of Middleworld by J&P Voelkel
July 20, 2010
Max, 14, lead character of Middleworld by J&P Voelkel has archaeologist parents who are obsessed with the Maya. Essentially, he has the coolest parents EVER! However, he thinks his parents are lame. Um, what? Max, dear, have you met MY parents? Their interests include country music, fart jokes, and complaining about how much things cost. […]
Review of Bamboo People by Mitali Perkins
July 15, 2010
You know what sucks? Being a child soldier. For real. One day you are making googly eyes at your hot neighbor, the next you are tricked into joining the army and have no option of leaving. Did I mention your family doesn’t know where you are? For many teens in Burma/Myanmar, this is a reality. […]
Review of The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness
June 28, 2010
I am an evangelist for The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness. Seriously, you shouldn’t even be reading my review. You should be reading The Knife of Never Letting Go instead. The book starts off on an incredibly confusing note. You are just sort of tossed into Todd’s world. However, when this happens, […]