Defending Jacob by William Landay Mystery Realistic Fiction Thriller Review #1 * * * * Stars (Great!) This book is about a boy named Jacob who is accused of killing a classmate. He goes on a journey where his father, who is also the narrator, tries his hardest to defend his son. Towards the ending there is a huge twist and I would totally recommend this book! Review #2 * * * * Stars (Great!) … Read more
The Storm Descends Fire and Steel #2 by Gerald N. Lund Historical Fiction Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) This book was about the people of Germany right after World War I, and how they tried to get back on their feet after the turmoil they had experienced, and the trials they had gone through. It was difficult for many of the lower-class to even get food at that time. During that … Read more
Elena Vanishing by Elena and Clare B. Dunkle Biography Memoir Nonfiction Review #1 * * * * Stars (Great!) I thought this book was pretty great considering that it’s the first book about anorexia I have ever read. And it’s also a memoir, so I think that makes it extra special. I think that this book really captures the essence of struggling and dealing with an eating disorder. I think that it’s really great how … Read more
A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Shakespeare Classic Drama Review #1 * * * * Stars (Great!) A young girl’s father wants her to marry one man, but she loves another. She runs away into the woods with her love. A fairy’s servant messes with their love and soon the girl’s love hates her and loves the girl’s friend. As the story continues there are many fights, but all is righted in the end.
A Wizard of Earthsea Earthsea Cycle #1 by Ursula K. Le Guin Fantasy Review #1 * * * Stars (Pretty good) Overall, I enjoyed reading this book. It is a fantasy novel that includes magic and dragons in a tale about a boy evolving and making things right. In summary, this book takes you on a journey about a boy who makes an awful mistake, and is faced with many fears along the way of … Read more
In Real Life: A Journey to a Pixelated World by Joey Graceffa Autobiography Biography Nonfiction Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) So, you think that you know everything there is to know about the YouTube sensation Joey Graceffa? You don’t. His book tells his whole life story. Even if you do or don’t watch him the story is still really good. I liked the book because I am subscribed to him and watch … Read more
Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand Biography Nonfiction Review #1 * * * * Stars (Great!) I liked the book, since it was nonfiction, but felt as though it was made up. The main character, Louis, is a great athlete and is able to compete at the Berlin Olympics, and is even able to meet Hitler himself. Louis is drafted and joins the Air Force, only to have his plane shot down. Louis survives the Pacific Ocean, … Read more
My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult Realistic Fiction Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) MSK is about a young girl who sues her parents over the rights over her own body. Since she was born, her parents have used Anna’s body parts and blood to keep Anna’s cancer stricken sister, Kate, alive. I enjoyed this book very much. It had many twists which made me think about the choices I make. I … Read more
The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls Biography Nonfiction Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) The Glass Castle is about Jeanette Walls’ life growing up in a broken family. The book is very raw and often shocking as she exposes the everyday life she had. I really liked this memoir and am glad I picked it up. I would recommend this to anybody who enjoys reading. It will be worth your time, but be … Read more
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee Classic Historical Fiction Realistic Fiction Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) This is the famous fictional story of Scout Finch, a young girl living in the 1900s. Scout must decide between her own morals and those of society on the issues of race and equality. I love this book very much. Harper Lee has created lovable characters you won’t forget. Her writing style made reading … Read more