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science fiction, steampunk, alternate history, series

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I was very tempted to give this 5 stars, but even when the book was completly amazing and smart, I know Scott will do it better in the next one.
My very first Speampunk :O I have to read this genre more. Interesting, smart, a great plot and characters. Go, read it.

Tal vez esa era la manera de seguir cuerdo en tiempos de guerra: un puñado de gestos nobles en medio del caos.

Hasta este momento, todas las novelas de Scott que me he leído me han gustado bastante. Sin duda uno de los grande...more

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David - proud Gleeman in Branwen's adventuring party

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I was very tempted to give this 5 stars, but even when the book was completly amazing and smart, I know Scott will do it better in the next one.My very first Speampunk :O I have to read this genre more. Interesting, smart, a great plot and characters. Go, read it.

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science fiction, steampunk, series

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I found this to be a very fun middle grade, taking a concept I absolutely love and making it such a thrill to read about. Three kids get sucked into a mechanical board game to save Farah's younger brother, only to find out they have the play the game and defeat the evil Architect to get back out. Stakes are high throughout and there are a lot of interesting parts of the book, such as the levels. Nicely written and an absolute thrill to read.

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I found this to be a very fun middle grade, taking a concept I absolutely love and making it such a thrill to read about. Three kids get sucked into a mechanical board game to save Farah's younger brother, only to find out they have the play the game and defeat the evil Architect to get back out.

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fantasy, fairy tale, series

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I suppose that many kids won't want to read a book in which the PoV character is too much younger than they are, so perhaps Celie being 11 does place I suppose that many kids won't want to read a book in which the PoV character is too much younger than they are, so perhaps Celie being 11 does place the intended cut-off at about grade 5 or 6. But I don't think I paid much attention to that sort of thing 50 years ago, and I certainly don't now. ...more

I mean, I'm quite old enough to be somebody's great-grandfather, and I liked the book on its own terms. Yes, I was aware thruout that it was a kids' book and nothing truly awful was going to happen to anyone despite all the threats--and I was right. Even the prime villain was only <spoiler>carried off to parts unknown by a transformed stuffed animal</spoiler>.

And I expect I'll read all the sequels.(less)

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Tuesdays at the Castle (Castle Glower, #1)

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I suppose that many kids won't want to read a book in which the PoV character is too much younger than they are, so perhaps Celie being 11 does place I suppose that many kids won't want to read a book in which the PoV character is too much younger than they are, so perhaps Celie being 11 does place the intended cut-off at about grade 5 or 6.

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fantasy, dragons, adventure

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Handbook for Dragon Slayers book. Read 246 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Thirteen-year-old Princess Matilda, whose lame foot br...

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fantasy, fairy tales, adventure, series

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This was so sweet and wholesome and who would have thought that I would love it.

It was pretty funny and I had a lot of fun reading this. I love the inclusion of fairy-tales and I love how Sabrina and Daphne changed. It was sweet and I honestly loved all the characters even if they were a bit ridiculous lol

Overall, awesome, fun, and light read!

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Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books)

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This was so sweet and wholesome and who would have thought that I would love it. It was pretty funny and I had a lot of fun reading this. I love the inclusion of fairy-tales and I love how Sabrina and Daphne changed.

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science fiction, adventure, action, romance, series

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WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW.

This took me a while to get into, maybe because of the fact that I had two l o n g weeks and realizing January may be my busiest month yet.

But holy crap, this was GREAT.

I easily loved the characters, and I loved the representation with the autism/ADHD spectrum. One thing I love in books is any type of representation, and BOUNDERS nailed it.

And this is a great start to a series. Speaking of, I can't wait to read the rest ^^

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considering the fact that i couldn't...more

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WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW. This took me a while to get into, maybe because of the fact that I had two l o n g weeks and realizing January may be my busiest month yet. But holy crap, this was GREAT. I easily loved the characters, and I loved the representation with the autism/ADHD spectrum.

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fantasy, romance, series, YA

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It is a trilogy, so three books. Book one has a largely resolved ending. I'm currently drafting book two, which I've extensively plotted, but I'm alwaIt is a trilogy, so three books. Book one has a largely resolved ending. I'm currently drafting book two, which I've extensively plotted, but I'm always open to letting my characters surprise me, so I'm not sure how resolved the ending of book two will feel at this point. Kathryn Purdie...more (less)

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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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It is a trilogy, so three books. Book one has a largely resolved ending. I'm currently drafting book two, which I've extensively plotted, but I'm alwaIt is a trilogy, so three books. Book one has a largely resolved ending.

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fantasy, fairy tale retelling

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fantasy, magic, series

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I loved the idea of these two kids struggling to fit into the worlds they were brought up in only to discover they DON'T fit into their worlds, and weren't meant to fit in, but to stand out and shine. Scott created a fun, action packed, adventure that I want to be a part of. My boys completely loved it and I can't wait for the next book!

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I loved the idea of these two kids struggling to fit into the worlds they were brought up in only to discover they DON'T fit into their worlds, and weren't meant to fit in, but to stand out and shine. Scott created a fun, action packed, adventure that I want to be a part of.

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fantasy, werewolves, paranormal, romance, series, YA

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Look, dude. These people commenting aren't telling you the truth. Here it is: it all boils down to a matter of preference.Look, dude. These people commenting aren't telling you the truth. Here it is: it all boils down to a matter of preference. Graveyard Girl

For example, do you seek a book that's full of cliches and is a watered-down version of a watered-down version of a watered-down version? Then this book may be right up your alley.

If, however, you are anything like me, you will want something at least slightly original, interesting, enjoyable and filled with some amount of depth. If that's the case, run far away from this book. Of course, you asked this question 4 years ago, so I'm assuming you've decided by now.

Does no one know how to give an honest answer these days?(less)
For example, do you seek a b ...more

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LilyCat (Agent of SHIELD)-- on hiatus :(

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Krista (Miura Haruma-san, I will always miss you)

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Look, dude. These people commenting aren't telling you the truth. Here it is: it all boils down to a matter of preference.Look, dude. These people commenting aren't telling you the truth. Here it is: it all boils down to a matter of preference.

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science fiction, romance, series, YA

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Where has this been all my life? And why isn't it more popular??? wow. just....wow.

I was floored and impressed by this book. The writing, the world building, the story, the clans, the character development, just EVERYTHING! This GIF is exactly how I felt while reading it:

I couldn't put it down, Brilliant this book is brilliant and I must own hard copy of it!

ALRIGHT! So this book is about four clans the Kodiak, the Raven, the Wolf and the Ram. These clans have been at war for centuries but
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Where has this been all my life? And why isn't it more popular??? wow. just....wow. I was floored and impressed by this book. The writing, the world building, the story, the clans, the character development, just EVERYTHING!

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fantasy, adventure, mystery, historical fiction, series

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While reading The False Prince I kept thinking of the Rangers Apprentice series, which I recommend :) haven't read them in a while though, so maybe thWhile reading The False Prince I kept thinking of the Rangers Apprentice series, which I recommend :) haven't read them in a while though, so maybe they aren't that similar but I thought they were good anyways ...more (less)

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Nenia ✨️ Socially Awkward Trash Panda ✨️ Campbell

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The False Prince (The Ascendance Series, #1)

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While reading The False Prince I kept thinking of the Rangers Apprentice series, which I recommend :) haven't read them in a while though, so maybe thWhile reading The False Prince I kept thinking of the Rangers Apprentice series, which I recommend :) haven't read them in a while though, so maybe they aren't that similar but I thought they were good anyways ...more (less)

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magical realism, mystery

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I loved it! I borrowed it at the library, read it there for a few hours and then stayed up way past 1 am because I just couldn't put it down. It was awesome, and I love the way the author tied in those ideas of feminism.

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Kristi Housman Confessions of a YA Reader

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I loved it! I borrowed it at the library, read it there for a few hours and then stayed up way past 1 am because I just couldn't put it down. It was awesome, and I love the way the author tied in those ideas of feminism.

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science fiction, dystopia, adventure

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My first thought was, "I hope this book provides kids with both an adventurous escape from the realities of our current time, as well as a way to talkMy first thought was, "I hope this book provides kids with both an adventurous escape from the realities of our current time, as well as a way to talk about it and process it moving forward." As far as living through what my characters experience, I did make a few COVID-inspired edits in the final manuscript. They're subtle but important. ...more (less)

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My first thought was, "I hope this book provides kids with both an adventurous escape from the realities of our current time, as well as a way to talkMy first thought was, "I hope this book provides kids with both an adventurous escape from the realities of our current time, as well as a way to talk about it and process it moving forward."

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magical realism, mythology, cultural - Korean

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I loved this book so much!!❤️ It was just perfect!!!!! Everything I need!! Magic, friendship, tigers, Korean Culture , true love with a sprinkle of a lgbt twist💖
The end was really very heartbreaking but sweet!!💕 This book is DEFINITELY worth a try!!
I don't think I much liked the main character but I loved her grandma and Ricky very much!! It is about Korean culture, magic and love❤️ There was a small lgbt twist at the end which I obviously guessed😂❤️
I loved it very much!!❤️

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I loved this book so much!!❤️ It was just perfect!!!!! Everything I need!! Magic, friendship, tigers, Korean Culture , true love with a sprinkle of a lgbt twist💖The end was really very heartbreaking but sweet!!💕 This book is DEFINITELY worth a try!!I don't think I much liked the main character but I loved her grandma and Ricky very much!!

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magical realism, adventure

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magical realism, animals

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The abuse isn't described and no scenes of the abuse are described; instead, the novel focuses on the emotional trauma. A fox stands in for the abusivThe abuse isn't described and no scenes of the abuse are described; instead, the novel focuses on the emotional trauma. A fox stands in for the abusive father the child has to defeat in the end. The fox is, of course, terrifying, but charming at first. The animal is described exactly how an abusive parent behaves. It's hard to say; it would depend on the 8 year old. ...more (less)

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The abuse isn't described and no scenes of the abuse are described; instead, the novel focuses on the emotional trauma. A fox stands in for the abusivThe abuse isn't described and no scenes of the abuse are described; instead, the novel focuses on the emotional trauma.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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aww~~ guys !
I really liked this book!

It's a story about adventures on unknown worlds, about family and love.
At first was really weird, reading about a place where bats, cockroaches, spiders, rats, and all those creepy disgusting things, are part of the "society".
They think, they talk, they feel.. well, I'm not exactly looking forward to have a giant cockroach in front of me.. but you'll get used to picture it throughout the book I guess.

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Gregor the Overlander (Underland Chronicles, #1)

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aww~~ guys !I really liked this book! It's a story about adventures on unknown worlds, about family and love.At first was really weird, reading about a place where bats, cockroaches, spiders, rats, and all those creepy disgusting things, are part of the "society". They think, they talk, they feel..

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fantasy, adventure, series

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I would say it's not appropriate for a 2nd grader because of the danger and suspense, though it is mild. However, since he has read Harry Potter he shI would say it's not appropriate for a 2nd grader because of the danger and suspense, though it is mild. However, since he has read Harry Potter he should be fine with the content of this series. ...more (less)

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The Eternity Elixir (Potion Masters, #1)

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I would say it's not appropriate for a 2nd grader because of the danger and suspense, though it is mild. However, since he has read Harry Potter he shI would say it's not appropriate for a 2nd grader because of the danger and suspense, though it is mild.

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magical realism, science fiction (time travel)

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The First Last Day book. Read 34 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. The magic of summer comes to life in this enchanting middle grad...

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science fiction, family, adventure

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"You have to wait for good things to happen-wait and wait and work so hard-but bad things occur out of the blue, like fire alarms triggered in the dead of night, blaring randomly, a shock of sound, a chatter of current from which there is no turning back.
There's only the day that starts like any other, and when it ends, it leaves you shaken, wobbly, unsure of where you stand, the patch of ground that holds your feet dissolving, disintegrating from under you. Often there's a sign, a harbinger of what's to come. Sometimes there are many signs, like black crows scattered in the road, but they blend into the scenery on the path ahead. You can only spot them when you look back."

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"You have to wait for good things to happen-wait and wait and work so hard-but bad things occur out of the blue, like fire alarms triggered in the dead of night, blaring randomly, a shock of sound, a chatter of current from which there is no turning back.

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fantasy, magic, adventure, romance, series, YA

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Book #1 should be fine for a 15 year old boy. (I'm a picky mom too.) Almost all of the violence is in the prologue - a PG-13 crime scene, pages 4-5. MBook #1 should be fine for a 15 year old boy. (I'm a picky mom too.) Almost all of the violence is in the prologue - a PG-13 crime scene, pages 4-5. Much later, there is a fist fight, teenagers drinking beer at a park, and the constant knowledge that wizards are torturing someone somewhere, but details are vague. There are 2 dozen mild swear words (half dozen G-words,) and a few sweet kisses - no sex scenes. The swordplay and magic spells are awesome! (PG rated) Great story-line, page turning excitement, and cool ending. ...more (less)

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The Warrior Heir (The Heir Chronicles, #1)

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Book #1 should be fine for a 15 year old boy. (I'm a picky mom too.) Almost all of the violence is in the prologue - a PG-13 crime scene, pages 4-5. MBook #1 should be fine for a 15 year old boy. (I'm a picky mom too.)

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fantasy, series, magic, romance, series, YA

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If you don't like reading about girls, then the chapters about the girl might take a bit of getting used to, but at least half of the chapters are aboIf you don't like reading about girls, then the chapters about the girl might take a bit of getting used to, but at least half of the chapters are about the male protagonist. They both have different points of view and totally different characters and are written differently; yes there is more focus on romance in the girl's chapters, partially because of the culture she is surrounded in, but there is almost none in the boy's chapters, because largely he is concerned with survival. The male character is likeable and sometimes charming but he's not written as a "boyfriend type", and doesn't get very romantic in his thoughts at all; mainly in this book he is concerned with survival, his family, and his friends. (I read a review that said that the fights the male characters get in are weird and unprovoked, which worried me in the beginning, but after reading it I didn't feel that way at all; I think they may have judged based on the first few chapters - there is certainly a confrontation in one of the first few chapters where the main characters seem to overreact to a situation, which gets them into a mess, but it does not go unexplained; the context for that reaction is explained later on... the main guy is a bit impulsive throughout the story but this didn't bother me as he wasn't inconsistently written and the way he reacted fit with his character; the girl was impulsive too, it's probably the main thing the two main characters have in common). ...more

If nothing else it's enjoyable for it's world-building. It manages to pack a ton of coherent believable detail about the world while remaining clear and well-paced and not getting bogged down in lengthy exposition paragraphs.

It's also quite action-based and quick, with a nice amount of suspense/tension.

One of the strengths of this book and it's world building IMHO is that the story doesn't shy away from discussing (actual politics that go well beyond "courtly intrigue" crap). Likewise, the reason I warmed up to the female character is that, naive or not, she gives a shit about worldly politics. That, more than the romance, gave her bonus points in my book. There are characters in this book from every station in life and the class politics are strong and well-explored and believable. In the second book we learn more about how the politics of the other realms affect each other and the characters. I am halfway through book 2 now and any mentions of romance are still only an underscore to the main story which is far more concerned with plot, character building, world building, politics, and action than romance, IMHO.

I think the main difference between this book and male-targeted fantasy is that the female protagonists get to be real protagonists and are equal with the male characters, and that the point of view of the female protagonist is perhaps more relatable to young adult women than the relegated-to-a-side-character women in many male-targeted fantasy novels. Other than that the story itself is very strong and not a romance or a "girly" book.

I'd say it's well balanced, gender-wise, and probably more suited to male fantasy readers than the average female-authored fantasy; there ARE female protagonists and girly things but they don't take up more than their fair share of the story; one person replied that there is a lot of fanservice but IMHO there is no more fanservice for girls in this book than there is fanservice for guys in male-authored fantasy, and it goes the other way around too since there is a male protagonist as well as a female one; in fact, the only one who has sex is the male character and it's with a side character (it's non-graphic, and not a lot of words are wasted on it and it's neither objectifyingly casual nor particularly romantic). The female character only gets some kissing scenes but they actually relate to the plot later down the line.

EDIT: later on, when the two storylines finally overlap midway through book 2, there is more emphasis on romance than had been in the story previously so while the political intrigue/plot/action is still strong it feels a little more "girly" to me at this point, due to the romance actually becoming a bit more of the plot instead of just a sideline. I still think it's worth it for the rest of it because the story and character backgrounds and development are really strong, but if you wanted to avoid female-POV romance elements completely then I would wait on this one until you're in the mood to have a bit of tolerance for it.(less)

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If you don't like reading about girls, then the chapters about the girl might take a bit of getting used to, but at least half of the chapters are aboIf you don't like reading about girls, then the chapters about the girl might take a bit of getting used to, but at least half of the chapters are about the male protagonist.

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fantasy, paranormal, horror

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Thank you! I am also excited :) My main character is Lucely Luna. She's 12 and lives with her father Simon who runs a small local (and failing) ghost Thank you! I am also excited :) My main character is Lucely Luna. She's 12 and lives with her father Simon who runs a small local (and failing) ghost tour in St. Augustine Florida. Lucely is smart, kind, brave, loves cats and old movies. Claribel Ortega...more

Her family doesn't have much, but she does posses the gift of seeing the ghosts of her ancestors. They live on as fireflies and protect Lucely and her father. Fireflies as protectors is Dominican folklore, and has a special place in my heart.

Fun fact! Lucely's name comes from the word luciérnaga which means firefly in Spanish. (less)

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Kathryn Speckels (Metaphors and Miscellanea)

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Thank you! I am also excited :) My main character is Lucely Luna. She's 12 and lives with her father Simon who runs a small local (and failing) ghost Thank you! I am also excited :) My main character is Lucely Luna.

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fantasy, adventure, mystery, series

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You can read my full review on my blog, The Bookwyrm's Den, here.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Rick Riordan Presents for a copy in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.

I've been looking forward to this book pretty much since it was announced, because, one, Rick Riordan Presents as an imprint is hitting it out of the park with these releases and, two, La Llorona was a part of my childhood, and yes to all the Mexican folklore in this.

Paola Santiago and the River of Tears is a harrowing adven...more

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Paola Santiago and the River of Tears (Paola Santiago #1)

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Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 

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fantasy, adventure, cultural - African American, series

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Read 1,843 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Seventh-grader Tristan Strong feels anything but strong ever since he failed to save his...

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fantasy, adventure

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Read 949 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Lately, seventh grader Nizhoni Begay has been able to detect monsters, like that man in th...

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science fiction, fantasy, adventure

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fantasy, adventure, series

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The Storm Runner book. Read 450 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Zane has always enjoyed exploring the dormant volcano near his ho...

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fantasy, adventure, series

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There's Hanuman and Urvashi, and Indra and Yama make a brief appearance as well! The book is about Aru Shah and her quest to save the world, so althouThere's Hanuman and Urvashi, and Indra and Yama make a brief appearance as well! The book is about Aru Shah and her quest to save the world, so although it weaves together a lot of Indian mythology (especially regarding the Pandavas), the novel itself is entirely from Chokshi's imagination. ...more (less)

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Aru Shah and the End of Time (Pandava Quartet, #1)

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There's Hanuman and Urvashi, and Indra and Yama make a brief appearance as well! The book is about Aru Shah and her quest to save the world, so althouThere's Hanuman and Urvashi, and Indra and Yama make a brief appearance as well!

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fantasy, adventure, cultural (India), series

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This is a review by my 10 y.o.: The Serpent's Secret is my FAVORITE BOOK this year!!! I love all of the original stories and Kiran's charismatic persoThis is a review by my 10 y.o.: The Serpent's Secret is my FAVORITE BOOK this year!!! I love all of the original stories and Kiran's charismatic personality. Not only does Kiran look like me, but also I enjoyed all the girl power and how in the end she becomes the hero. I don't want to give too much away, but this book is truly exceptional, and I highly recommend it for every single person on earth!! I am sure anyone who reads it will become instantly enraptured in the incredible tale, just like I did. ...more (less)

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CARMEN SANDIEGO~I UNDERSTAND THAT I WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND. HOWEVER I STAND.

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The Serpent's Secret (Kiranmala and the Kingdom Beyond, #1)

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This is a review by my 10 y.o.: The Serpent's Secret is my FAVORITE BOOK this year!!! I love all of the original stories and Kiran's charismatic persoThis is a review by my 10 y.o.: The Serpent's Secret is my FAVORITE BOOK this year!!! I love all of the original stories and Kiran's charismatic personality.

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DNF at 40%. Invoked my newish rule: If you don't really like the book, you don't need to spend your limited reading time on it. Here the setting and premise were cool, but the voice was the kind of MG that just doesn't work for me these days.

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Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books)

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Ash Mistry and the Savage Fortress (Ash Mistry Chronicles, #1)

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DNF at 40%. Invoked my newish rule: If you don't really like the book, you don't need to spend your limited reading time on it. Here the setting and premise were cool, but the voice was the kind of MG that just doesn't work for me these days.

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fantasy, historical, romance, series, YA

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Reviewed by: Rabid Reads

4.5 stars

This book . . . GAH.

I was already a HUGE fan of Rae Carson from reading her Fire and Thorns books, so I was dying in the interim between series, scavenging for any bit of information I could find about what she was working on next.

And the more I learned, the more excited I became: a girl on the run with the ability to sense gold like a dowsing rod . . . during the California Gold Rush . . .

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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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Walk on Earth a Stranger (The Gold Seer Trilogy, #1)

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Reviewed by: Rabid Reads 4.5 stars This book . . . GAH. I was already a HUGE fan of Rae Carson from reading her Fire and Thorns books, so I was dying in the interim between series, scavenging for any bit of information I could find about what she was working on next.

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science fiction - alternate history, romance, series, YA

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This is such a thoughtful question! In the world of American Royals, the succession goes through GW's nephew George Steptoe Washington, son of WashingThis is such a thoughtful question! In the world of American Royals, the succession goes through GW's nephew George Steptoe Washington, son of Washington's younger brother Samuel. (George Steptoe Washington had three older siblings but none of them lived long enough to become king--in real life they all died before GW's death in 1799). Katharine McGee...more

George Steptoe Washington, aka King George II in the world of American Royals, was a fascinating character in real life! He eloped with Lucy Payne (Dolly Madison's sister!) when she was 15 and he was 22. Their families were originally outraged but later reconciled. So of course, in the world of American Royals she became Queen Lucy!

I started deviating from the real historical timeline in the next generation. George II and Lucy's son Theodore is a fictional character.(less)

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Nenia ✨️ Socially Awkward Trash Panda ✨️ Campbell

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This is such a thoughtful question! In the world of American Royals, the succession goes through GW's nephew George Steptoe Washington, son of WashingThis is such a thoughtful question! In the world of American Royals, the succession goes through GW's nephew George Steptoe Washington, son of Washington's younger brother Samuel.

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Charlie Hernandez and the League of Shadows

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Charlie Hernandez and the League of Shadows

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fantasy, action, adventure, series

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What a blast! And what a great kid Charlie is, and what an awesome team he and Violet make, figuring out the myth-based clues and what they mean, while fighting for their lives.
The story energy is pretty high, action is practically constant, and there's lots of humour as Charlie finds out that the myths his grandmother told him are real, and with a ton of insight from Violet (and most of the investigatory work), has to find a way to fight an evil league intent on killing both of them. Equally im...more

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Charlie Hernández and the League of Shadows

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What a blast! And what a great kid Charlie is, and what an awesome team he and Violet make, figuring out the myth-based clues and what they mean, while fighting for their lives.The story energy is pretty high, action is practically constant, and there's lots of humour as Charlie finds out that the myths his grandmother told him are real, and with a ton of insight from Violet (and most of the investigatory work), has to find a way to fight an evil league intent on killing both of them.

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fantasy, historical fiction, adventure

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Oh wow, I loved so much about this. I'd been looking for middle grade fantasy that was based in non-European cultural myths/histories/stories, and when it comes to black people I was finding that much of it (for logical and good reason) is based in traditions of the American South and Yoruba heritage, which is legit and awesome but which I don't have a lot of personal connection to. So enter this book, which is the second book I've ever encountered that mentions the Zong (a crime, literally, but...more

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Oh wow, I loved so much about this. I'd been looking for middle grade fantasy that was based in non-European cultural myths/histories/stories, and when it comes to black people I was finding that much of it (for logical and good reason) is based in traditions of the American South and Yoruba heritage, which is legit and awesome but which I don't have a lot of personal connection to.

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fantasy, paranormal, romance, series, YA

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Holly Black's writing was my first introduction to fae fiction; as a kid, I was obsessed with all sorts of fae mythology, but typically was limited to nonfiction until the first time I saw Tithe on the "new" shelf at my library. I must have checked this book out and reread it four or five times within the first couple of years, but this was my first reread since I was a preteen, and I had no idea what to expect!

If curiosity killed the cat, it was satisfaction that brought it back.

I had forgo...more

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Holly Black's writing was my first introduction to fae fiction; as a kid, I was obsessed with all sorts of fae mythology, but typically was limited to nonfiction until the first time I saw Tithe on the "new" shelf at my library.

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Miss Ellicott's School for the Magically Minded

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Miss Ellicott's School for the Magically Minded

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fantasy, dragons, adventure

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What an excellent middle grade work! The worldbuilding is top notch -- even reminiscent of Terry Pratchett, one of my favorite authors -- and has an easy buy in. The adventure is *also* top notch, and the message underneath (forcing girls to be "shamefast and biddable" not only pigeonholes and stifles them, but hurts society as a whole) is artfully interwoven, not preachy, and oh-so-timely. Plus: there's time travel, a really great dragon, and a lot of magic.

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Miss Ellicott's School for the Magically Minded

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What an excellent middle grade work! The worldbuilding is top notch -- even reminiscent of Terry Pratchett, one of my favorite authors -- and has an easy buy in. The adventure is *also* top notch, and the message underneath (forcing girls to be "shamefast and biddable" not only pigeonholes and stifles them, but hurts society as a whole) is artfully interwoven, not preachy, and oh-so-timely.

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fantasy, magic, romance, series, YA

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Amount Read: 169 pages

I tried, guys. In fact, I got 40% into this book. The thing is that it's NOT bad. The world building is cool, the writing is totally acceptable, and the plot is, so far, quite promising. I didn't want to DNF because there's so much that's right about this book.

That said, I just DO. NOT. CARE. The characterization really isn't here for me, which leads me to not care about the interesting plot and world building. If it's a fantasy plot line of "oh no, these humans might die,"...more

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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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Rusty's Ghost Engine (also known as.......... Jinky Spring)

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Lala_Loopsie [fire breathing B!tch Queen]

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Amount Read: 169 pages I tried, guys. In fact, I got 40% into this book. The thing is that it's NOT bad. The world building is cool, the writing is totally acceptable, and the plot is, so far, quite promising. I didn't want to DNF because there's so much that's right about this book.

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fantasy, magic, adventure, series

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How is it even possible I didn't know about this?!!! I mean seriously? A series written by two of my favourite authors? AND I JUST DIDN'T KNOW?! WTH?!

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fantasy, magic, adventure, romance, series, YA

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Gabrielle is a bone mender of extraordinary talent. Between her work as a healer and her duties as one of the royal family of Verdeau, her life is busy, carefree and comfortable - until the day a stranger arrives at her gate, desperately seeking help for his injured friend.

To Gabrielle's wonder, the men are Elves, a people not seem in Verdeau for many years. And they bring news of a coming invasion that threatens the freedom of the entire Krylian basin - human and Elvish alike. Once she heals th...more

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Gabrielle is a bone mender of extraordinary talent. Between her work as a healer and her duties as one of the royal family of Verdeau, her life is busy, carefree and comfortable - until the day a stranger arrives at her gate, desperately seeking help for his injured friend.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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I really, really adored this book.

Hilari Bell is one of my favorite authors - I started with The Farsala Trilogy, and then the Knight & Rogue books, and this book, the start of another trilogy (I believe) by her, was just about as good as those two.

This first book follows Weasel, a pickpocket-turned-clerk whose employer/savior has been arrested for treason. You're thrown straight into it at the point where his employer is arrested and Weasel escapes; as always, the escape/pickpocket/general cri...more

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Shield of Stars (The Shield, Sword, and Crown, #1)

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I really, really adored this book. Hilari Bell is one of my favorite authors - I started with The Farsala Trilogy, and then the Knight & Rogue books, and this book, the start of another trilogy (I believe) by her, was just about as good as those two.

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fantasy, series

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Yes. There is some violence (it is war after all), but nothing gory or too detailed. The writing is clear and concise in its plot, characterization, aYes. There is some violence (it is war after all), but nothing gory or too detailed. The writing is clear and concise in its plot, characterization, and moral compass. I would definitely recommend it to the 12-14 crowd. ...more (less)

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Fall of a Kingdom (The Farsala Trilogy, #1)

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Yes. There is some violence (it is war after all), but nothing gory or too detailed. The writing is clear and concise in its plot, characterization, aYes. There is some violence (it is war after all), but nothing gory or too detailed. The writing is clear and concise in its plot, characterization, and moral compass.

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fantasy, mystery, adventure, series

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The Crooked Sixpence (The Uncommoners #1)

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The Crooked Sixpence book. Read 355 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Welcome to a world where nothing is quite as it seems... When...

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science fiction, steampunk, series

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Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books)

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Alyss of Wonderland? When Alyss Heart, newly orphaned heir to the Wonderland throne, flees through the Pool of Tears to escape her murder...

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fantasy, adventure, series

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The Witch's Boy is an excellent read for all ages. It's a slow burn but its themes sticks to this reader. Guised as a "simple story" with all the trappings of the hero(ine)'s quest, magic, and adventure, this book tackles some heavy themes: personal power (what we're aware and not aware of, how it can cloud our sense of Self, the fear of it, desire for it . . . ); intuition vs. the voices insider our head that get us confused; the power of words and silence; finding one's voice and knowing when ...more

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Producervan in Cornville, AZ from New Orleans & L.A.

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The Witch's Boy is an excellent read for all ages. It's a slow burn but its themes sticks to this reader. Guised as a "simple story" with all the trappings of the hero(ine)'s quest, magic, and adventure, this book tackles some heavy themes: personal power (what we're aware and not aware of, how it can cloud our sense of Self, the fear of it, desire for it .

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fantasy, magic, series

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"And I came to understand, in a way I never had before, that books are truly the stuff of miracles. I even dared to dream that someday, somehow, I might surround myself with books from many times and many tongues..."

"As the wind swelled, my tree started to sway. Almost like a human body it swung back and around, gently at first, then more and more wildly. While the swaying intensified, so did my fears that the trunk might snap and hurl me to the ground. But in time my confidence returned. Amazed at how the tree could be at once so flexible and so sturdy, I held on tight as it bent and waved, twisted and swirled, slicing curves and arcs through the air. With each graceful swing, I felt less a creature of the land and more a part of the wind itself.
"The rain began falling, it's sound merging with the splashing river and the singing trees. Branches streamed like waterfalls of green. Tiny rivers cascaded down every trunk, twisting through moss meadows and bark canyons. All the while, I rode out the gale. I could not have felt wetter. I could not have felt freer.
"When, at last, the storm subsided, the entire world seemed newly born. Sunbeams danced on rain-washed leaves. Curling columns of mist rose from every glade. The forest's colors shown more vivid, its smells struck more fresh. And I understood, for the first time in my life, that the Earth was always being remade, that life was always being renewed. That it may have been the afternoon of this particular day, but it was still the very morning of Creation."

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"And I came to understand, in a way I never had before, that books are truly the stuff of miracles. I even dared to dream that someday, somehow, I might surround myself with books from many times and many tongues..." "As the wind swelled, my tree started to sway.

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fantasy, magic, series

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This book is the first Tree of Avalon book. I read it many years ago followed by Shadows on the Stars and Eternal Flame. I think these three books areThis book is the first Tree of Avalon book. I read it many years ago followed by Shadows on the Stars and Eternal Flame. I think these three books are a spinoff of the Merlin story, so they *could be* considered books 9-11. Merlin is referenced in these three books, but you definitely don't need to read books 1-8 to understand these three. Hope that helps! Ebony Ocasio...more (less)

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This book is the first Tree of Avalon book. I read it many years ago followed by Shadows on the Stars and Eternal Flame. I think these three books areThis book is the first Tree of Avalon book. I read it many years ago followed by Shadows on the Stars and Eternal Flame.

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fantasy, magic, series

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Originally posted on my blog, ReadLove.

It would be an understatement to say that the opening two chapter's of T. A. Barron's Atlantis Rising captured my attention. Less than two pages into the first chapter, the narrative hook grabbed hold, as the protagonist, throwing-knife in hand, eyes set on his target, takes aim. The scene built into an action sequence from which it was impossible to look away.

Atlantis Rising begins a saga, a three part trilogy, that will recount the secret origins of t...more

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Originally posted on my blog, ReadLove . It would be an understatement to say that the opening two chapter's of T. A. Barron's Atlantis Rising captured my attention. Less than two pages into the first chapter, the narrative hook grabbed hold, as the protagonist, throwing-knife in hand, eyes set on his target, takes aim.

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dystopia, series, YA

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*unfinished* - I couldn't go any longer with this book. Usually, I'm very resilient with books I don't enjoy to finishing it but this book will probably be my BIGGEST exception. It seemed like some really interesting action scenes were really not all too great. The author doesn't even TRY to explain the lingo that's passed around in the book. It seemed to drag on on some plot points which made me lose interest in this book very quickly.

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unfinished* - I couldn't go any longer with this book. Usually, I'm very resilient with books I don't enjoy to finishing it but this book will probably be my BIGGEST exception. It seemed like some really interesting action scenes were really not all too great.

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Sweep: The Story of a Girl and Her Monster

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Sweep: The Story of a Girl and Her Monster

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fantasy, historical fiction, magical realism

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We are saved by saving others.

A wonderful blend of history, heartbreak, magic and mysticism in Victorian England. It's about a young girl, Nan Sparrow, who is a chimney sweep, indentured to a cruel master, and barely surviving. When she is almost killed while cleaning chimneys in a prestigious girls school, she is saved by a piece of char from her old master. From this warm char, Nan grows a golem, named Charlie. They are hiding from the cruel master, but eventually take a stand for all the swee...more

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We are saved by saving others. A wonderful blend of history, heartbreak, magic and mysticism in Victorian England. It's about a young girl, Nan Sparrow, who is a chimney sweep, indentured to a cruel master, and barely surviving.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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It depends. I'm reading it now and so far the main character's eyes are pecked out by ravens in the first chapter. Then in Chap. 11 the ravens commit It depends. I'm reading it now and so far the main character's eyes are pecked out by ravens in the first chapter. Then in Chap. 11 the ravens commit a "cold blooded murder". It might be not be appropriate if your child likes ravens or hasn't been desensitized to murder yet. A child with a strong imagination might be haunted by this. ...more

Also worth noting: up to this point, Peter is physically, verbally and emotionally abused by his care-taker and there's some animal abuse as well; where some boys throw knives at a zebra.(less)

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Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes (Peter Nimble, #1)

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It depends. I'm reading it now and so far the main character's eyes are pecked out by ravens in the first chapter. Then in Chap. 11 the ravens commit It depends. I'm reading it now and so far the main character's eyes are pecked out by ravens in the first chapter.

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fantasy, horror

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Great Book for the Season-Spooky & Exciting

Great Book for the Season-Spooky & Exciting

If you like creepy Victorian tales, this novel is for you. The Night Gardener immediately grabs you and refuses to let the reader go. It's a spooky tale of two young kids, Kip and Molly-- a brother with a crippled leg and a storytelling sister who occasionally lies. They visit and eventually work the mysterious at the Windsor home. A home with tree built around it.

The story evolves around what they discover...more

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Virginie *No more time to write reviews for the moment :( *

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Great Book for the Season-Spooky & Exciting Great Book for the Season-Spooky & Exciting If you like creepy Victorian tales, this novel is for you. The Night Gardener immediately grabs you and refuses to let the reader go. It's a spooky tale of two young kids, Kip and Molly-- a brother with a crippled leg and a storytelling sister who occasionally lies.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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Arlo Finch is a young-looking 12 years old in Valley of Fire. Arlo Finch is a young-looking 12 years old in Valley of Fire. John August

Every kid is different, but if they enjoy adventurous fantasy fare, Arlo is suitable for both the classic middle-grade audience (ages 8-12) and older. Friends tell me it's also good for chapter-a-night.(less)
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Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire (Arlo Finch, #1)

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Arlo Finch is a young-looking 12 years old in Valley of Fire. Arlo Finch is a young-looking 12 years old in Valley of Fire. John August Every kid is different, but if they enjoy adventurous fantasy fare, Arlo is suitable for both the classic middle-grade audience (ages 8-12) and older.

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science fiction, steampunk, adventure, series

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The Case of the Disappearing Series

Bit of a curious case, Kaimira. On finishing reading, I popped online to look up www.kaimiracode.com - to read the rest of two bonus stories included at the end, in the "Artifacts" section, and maybe even "crack the kaimira code" (!). What did I find? Well, I was redirected to http://www.spexstudios.com. Not to be put off, I did a little research (ok, I admit, I just Googled it!) and found something a bit curious - a post from "chris" (Rettstatt?), dated 2014,...more

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The Case of the Disappearing Series Bit of a curious case, Kaimira. On finishing reading, I popped online to look up www.kaimiracode.com - to read the rest of two bonus stories included at the end, in the "Artifacts" section, and maybe even "crack the kaimira code" (!). What did I find?

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fantasy, humor, adventure

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What happens when a science geek and magic collide?Be careful what you wish for. Really. Because wishes are bad. Very bad. They can get y...

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fantasy, adventure, mystery

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The Keeper's Daughter is a brilliant fantasy full of secrets, intrigue and murder.

What I loved most about this novel is the legend of the Keepers. The story of a supposedly dangerous, secret society that has been pushed into myth but has maintained suspicions for years has a classical feel; Ancient Greek, I'd say. And I love classical history. The magic, the myths, the stories! Our world is so boring compared to them.

The old-world atmosphere I supported by the extraordinary library in Rushiadh....more

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The Keeper's Daughter is a brilliant fantasy full of secrets, intrigue and murder. What I loved most about this novel is the legend of the Keepers. The story of a supposedly dangerous, secret society that has been pushed into myth but has maintained suspicions for years has a classical feel; Ancient Greek, I'd say.

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fantasy, realistic fiction, animals

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I think you know right away when the fox is born that her life will be short. At least my 9 year old figured it our right there that the fox won't livI think you know right away when the fox is born that her life will be short. At least my 9 year old figured it our right there that the fox won't live long. The fox knew she was a "kennen". Kennen are meant to finish something that isn't finished, to settle something that needs to be settled. A Kennen's true purpose is to help in some way, big or small. But they don't live long:( ...more (less)

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I think you know right away when the fox is born that her life will be short. At least my 9 year old figured it our right there that the fox won't livI think you know right away when the fox is born that her life will be short.

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fantasy, adventure, mystery, series

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I would recommend ages 9-14. There aren't any adult themes, but there is some action and violence that younger children may not enjoy or understand. AI would recommend ages 9-14. There aren't any adult themes, but there is some action and violence that younger children may not enjoy or understand. Also, some of it may go over the head of younger children, especially if the don't even know who Nicholas Copernicus was. ...more (less)

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The Forbidden Stone (The Copernicus Legacy, #1)

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I would recommend ages 9-14. There aren't any adult themes, but there is some action and violence that younger children may not enjoy or understand. AI would recommend ages 9-14. There aren't any adult themes, but there is some action and violence that younger children may not enjoy or understand.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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A World Without Heroes (Beyonders #1), brandon mull
Beyonders: A World Without Heroes is a 2011 fantasy novel written by American author Brandon Mull. It is the first in the Beyonders trilogy. Beyonders follows the exploits of a slightly neglected, thirteen-year-old boy, Jason Walker. Jason leads a relatively normal life until one day at the zoo, when he notices strange music coming from the mouth of a hippo. While leaning over the hippo tank's guard rail, he falls in. The hippo swallows him, but...more

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Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books)

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~TARDIS_Erin~{Fear is a Phoenix. You can watch it burn a thousand times and still it will return}

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A World Without Heroes (Beyonders #1), brandon mullBeyonders: A World Without Heroes is a 2011 fantasy novel written by American author Brandon Mull. It is the first in the Beyonders trilogy. Beyonders follows the exploits of a slightly neglected, thirteen-year-old boy, Jason Walker.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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I'll look at a book, read the liner, if it sounds interesting I'll begin. If I don't like it, I'll at least read 100 pages. If it do not get any betteI'll look at a book, read the liner, if it sounds interesting I'll begin. If I don't like it, I'll at least read 100 pages. If it do not get any better I'll move on. Personally I really liked this series and have reread it a few times. Every once in awhile I'll think 'what an idiot Seth is' or gosh, this is dumb. but at 68 and an avid reader, I do not understand why they say these are kids books? I really like all the critters and creatures Brandon has to offer. ...more (less)

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I'll look at a book, read the liner, if it sounds interesting I'll begin. If I don't like it, I'll at least read 100 pages. If it do not get any betteI'll look at a book, read the liner, if it sounds interesting I'll begin.

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dystopia, romance, series, YA

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Read 40.5k reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Thou shalt kill. A world with no hunger, no disease, no war, no misery. Humanity has co...

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science fiction, romance, series, YA

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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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This morning, Kady thought breaking up with Ezra was the hardest thing she'd have to do. This afternoon, her planet was invaded. The yea...

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dystopia, magic, adventure, series

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So my 8-year-old nephew LOVED this book. He loved it so much that he graciously loaned me his copy of both this and the next-in-series (yay!?). He moved to this series after blowing through all of the Harry Potter books and several Rick Riordan series. So this book is definitely a good match for any kids who are into the action and magic of those sorts of books.

My thoughts, though? Maybe not so generous.

I struggled a LOT to get into this book. In fact, it has taken me nearly 10 months to finish...more

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So my 8-year-old nephew LOVED this book. He loved it so much that he graciously loaned me his copy of both this and the next-in-series (yay!?). He moved to this series after blowing through all of the Harry Potter books and several Rick Riordan series.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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This book is great. I'm fifteen, and I read it with an open mind. I didn't focus on the writing or the characters, I read it just to have fun.This book is great. I'm fifteen, and I read it with an open mind. I didn't focus on the writing or the characters, I read it just to have fun. Brittany Quarters
I own al
I own all of them so far and have loaned them to all my friends, who also loved them.

And, keep in mind, this is a book written for middle graders. Not teens. It wasn't written for people used to YA books with more complex themes.

This is a book to laugh at and have fun with, I highly recommend it.

And don't be a Rotten Egg, it wasn't for us older readers anyway. :)

Who recommended it to you? Do they own the book? If so, you could just ask to borrow it or look at it. And, you can start reading the beginning on Amazon.
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☘Misericordia☘ ~ The Serendipity Aegis ~ ⚡ϟ⚡ϟ⚡⛈ ✺❂❤❣

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Keeper of the Lost Cities (Keeper of the Lost Cities, #1)

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This book is great. I'm fifteen, and I read it with an open mind. I didn't focus on the writing or the characters, I read it just to have fun.This book is great. I'm fifteen, and I read it with an open mind.

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fantasy, fairy tales, series

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THIS WAS SO CUTE!

I have to say, I've been very skeptical about this book because to me, one of the kids from Glee wrote it. But now I have to say, I am totally impressed! Chris Colfer is a great author!

I decided to pick up this book because there is not a day that goes by at my job that I am not asked for a book in this series (seriously, everyday they want The Land of Stories, second only to Harry Potter and Dog Man). That and a recommendation from a friend had me purchasing this from a local...more

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The Wishing Spell (The Land of Stories, #1)

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THIS WAS SO CUTE! I have to say, I've been very skeptical about this book because to me, one of the kids from Glee wrote it. But now I have to say, I am totally impressed! Chris Colfer is a great author!

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science fiction

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In a conventional novel for young people, Miranda Sinclair's mother practicing to be a contestant on The $20,000 Pyramid would be the highlight - nay, the entirety - of the novel. But by now you've guessed that When You Reach Me is no ordinary novel; instead, it's one of the most unconventional novels I've ever read - and I'm including The Name of the Rose, The Icarus Hunt, Dorp Dead, and Miranda's favorite book of all time, A Wrinkle in Time. Miranda's mother, a bleeding-heart paralegal and sin...more

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In a conventional novel for young people, Miranda Sinclair's mother practicing to be a contestant on The $20,000 Pyramid would be the highlight - nay, the entirety - of the novel.

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The Trials of Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor #1)

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The Trials of Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor #1)

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fantasy, adventure, series

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Oh my! That was *Magnificat! I mean Magnificent!

I realize that the below quote is quite long... But it sets the tone of this fantastic book! Enjoy!

Jupiter was gazing anxiously out the window now, a frown creasing his forehead. "You did actually sign the contract before you burned it, though," he said without looking at her. "And who says you're going to die? You don't have to die if you don't want to."
Corvus slammed his fist on the table. "This is intolerable! Who do you think you are, waltzi...more

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☘Misericordia☘ ~ The Serendipity Aegis ~ ⚡ϟ⚡ϟ⚡⛈ ✺❂❤❣

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The Trials of Morrigan Crow (Nevermoor, #1)

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Oh my! That was *Magnificat! I mean Magnificent! I realize that the below quote is quite long... But it sets the tone of this fantastic book! Enjoy! Jupiter was gazing anxiously out the window now, a frown creasing his forehead. "You did actually sign the contract before you burned it, though," he said without looking at her.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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This was an incredibly charming and clever middle-grade novel that is very reminiscent of Diana Wynne Jones (my highest compliment!) and Patricia Wrede, but it has a flavor all its own. I loved Jinx, the young protagonist of this book, who sees feelings as colors and grows up as a wizard's apprentice in a dark, dark forest. I also loved Simon, the wizard, who manages to be both a flawed and interesting adult, and Jinx's friends, who join Jinx on his journey to the castle of the appropriately nam ...more

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This was an incredibly charming and clever middle-grade novel that is very reminiscent of Diana Wynne Jones (my highest compliment!) and Patricia Wrede, but it has a flavor all its own. I loved Jinx, the young protagonist of this book, who sees feelings as colors and grows up as a wizard's apprentice in a dark, dark forest.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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This book is packed with action and I can not say one bad thing about it. It is one my top 10 list.
Septimus Heap, the seventh son of the seventh son, disappears the night he is born, pronounced dead by the midwife. That same night, the baby's father, Sila Heap, comes across and abandoned child in the snow--a newborn girl with violet eyes. The Heaps take her into their home, name her Jenna, and raise her as their own. But whois this mysterious baby girl, andwhat really happened to their belove...more

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This book is packed with action and I can not say one bad thing about it. It is one my top 10 list. Septimus Heap, the seventh son of the seventh son, disappears the night he is born, pronounced dead by the midwife.

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dystopia, adventure, series

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The City of Ember is an engaging children's fiction novel that introduces young readers to courageous characters who take steps to make change happen. The author Jeanne DuPrau writes age-appropriate fantasy/dystopia with mystery, action, adventure, and an exciting cliffhanger that keeps kids interested in the series. My son absolutely LOVES this book! Loves it so much he doesn't want to watch the film adaption for fear of ruining his reading experience (he has learned this lesson early in life L...more

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The City of Ember is an engaging children's fiction novel that introduces young readers to courageous characters who take steps to make change happen. The author Jeanne DuPrau writes age-appropriate fantasy/dystopia with mystery, action, adventure, and an exciting cliffhanger that keeps kids interested in the series. My son absolutely LOVES this book!

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The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire #1)

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The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire #1)

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fantasy, dragons, series

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That's funny. I think the covers look wonderful and vibrant. They may not be realistic enough but they give enough insight as to what's inside the booThat's funny. I think the covers look wonderful and vibrant. They may not be realistic enough but they give enough insight as to what's inside the book. But that's just my opinion, anyway. BittersweetDreams...more

Besides that, the characters are quite diverse and likable. The Dragonets of Destiny, the protagonists of the first series, act rude and rebellious to their "caretakers", the Talons of Peace, who, contrary to their name, quite dislike the dragonets of destiny and at one point end up chaining Tsunami the SeaWing and make plans to kill Glory the RainWing as the original prophecy didn't call for a RainWing.

But it's only Glory and Tsunami who act rude and rebellious to the Talons. Sunny the SandWing, Clay the MudWing (the protagonist of The Dragonet Prophecy), and Starflight the NightWing don't really appreciate the fact that they were raised under a mountain by the Talons for the first six years of their life (an equivalent to about seventeen years in human years since dragons age faster), but they don't openly complain about the Talons. Sunny and Clay are the optimists of the group and are trying to keep the peace, so they don't complain and try to see the bright side of things, while Starflight is the stereotypical "nerdy coward" who is too afraid to put any input to anything.

The prophecy isn't a "plot device" per say. The first series does revolve around it, but it's not the only thing used to drive the plot forward. I'd add more to my argument but then I'd be spoiling the books.

I personally think the Wings of Fire series is very well worth reading, and is even better than the Warriors series. The plot is diverse and really makes it feel as if you are right with the characters, watching everything happen. But if you don't like it that's okay, as everyone has opinions. Read the prologue first. If you don't like it so far, then you probably won't like the rest of the book, but if you find some interest, then continue reading. :)(less)

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The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire, #1)

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That's funny. I think the covers look wonderful and vibrant. They may not be realistic enough but they give enough insight as to what's inside the booThat's funny. I think the covers look wonderful and vibrant. They may not be realistic enough but they give enough insight as to what's inside the book.

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dysopia, adventure, romance, series, YA

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All three of the books are much, much, much better then the movies. The movies leave out many important parts whereas the book has a lot more depth anAll three of the books are much, much, much better then the movies. The movies leave out many important parts whereas the book has a lot more depth and meaning etc in them so they are easier to understand the concept of the Hunger Games. ...more

I personally loved the trilogy and I recommend reading them :))(less)

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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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All three of the books are much, much, much better then the movies. The movies leave out many important parts whereas the book has a lot more depth anAll three of the books are much, much, much better then the movies.

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fantasy, romance, series, YA

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science fiction, space, romance, series, YA

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'who am i to deny gravity, aurora? when you shine brighter than any constellation in the sky?'

jay and amie are the be all, end all for YA sci-fi, as far as im concerned, and its soooo good to be immersed in one of their stories again. the illuminae series is a pretty big act to follow, but this is everything i was hoping it would be. i am so relieved.

this is fast paced, action packed, deviously humorous, and undoubtedly entertaining. and i think thats what i enjoyed most about the story - h...more

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'who am i to deny gravity, aurora? when you shine brighter than any constellation in the sky?' jay and amie are the be all, end all for YA sci-fi, as far as im concerned, and its soooo good to be immersed in one of their stories again.

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science fiction, dystopia, space, series

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Hi Savanah,Hi Savanah, Scott Reintgen

Thank you for the question. I wouldn't categorize the book as religious. Emmett discusses what he thinks about religion and God occasionally throughout the story. So while I am personally a Christian, the book itself is following a character who most likely is not. As for the references, I think the Bible is pretty rich ground for allusions, comparisons, etc. Babel's whole endeavor really draws on that story of man wanting to build his way to God (or become Him). So rather than writing in the tradition of someone like C.S. Lewis (who did a lot of direct analogy), I try to write with themes that reflect what I believe. A strong one in this first book would be the idea of mercy. Not exclusive to Christianity, but certainly a very important part of it. That idea of withholding rightful or deserved punishment. The other books will focus on other themes (family, hope, grace, etc.) Hope this answers your question!(less)
Thank you for the question. I wouldn't categorize the book as religious. Emmett discusses what he thinks about religion and God occasionall ...more

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Hi Savanah,Hi Savanah, Scott Reintgen Thank you for the question. I wouldn't categorize the book as religious. Emmett discusses what he thinks about religion and God occasionally throughout the story. So while I am personally a Christian, the book itself is following a character who most likely is not.

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fantasy, dragons, romance, series, YA

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Anita, "Spoilers" are a weird modern allergy. If they really spoiled a book, we could never re-read it!Anita, "Spoilers" are a weird modern allergy. If they really spoiled a book, we could never re-read it!
I read
I read https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1... every few years: so many times that I can't remember not knowing that "Reader, I married him." It's always a different book, just like https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1... (where she also marries him - and the story arc makes this predictable early on) because I have grown, and see the world differently.

To say that a book can be 'spoiled' is to say it is only a plot puzzle, and not worth reading in the first place. It's like refusing to read https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5... because somebody has already told you that e=mc².(less) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1......more

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Anita, "Spoilers" are a weird modern allergy. If they really spoiled a book, we could never re-read it!Anita, "Spoilers" are a weird modern allergy. If they really spoiled a book, we could never re-read it!I read I read https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1... every few years: so many times that I can't remember not knowing that "Reader, I married him."

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fantasy

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I wrote this with a fifth grade reader in mind - but the cool thing about Middle Grade Fiction in general is that it allows for "Big Tent StorytellingI wrote this with a fifth grade reader in mind - but the cool thing about Middle Grade Fiction in general is that it allows for "Big Tent Storytelling". In other words, everyone is invited: little kids, big kids, teenagers, adults, old people. Everyone. The story manifests differently for different people - just like my experience reading THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE as an adult is different than the experience I had as a teenager, which is different than the experience I had as a child. Same book, different stories. There are some scary bits in this story, but no scarier than any other fairy tale. If they can handle the prose (and I don't pull any punches with the difficulty; I always expect my readers to come with their A game), then they can handle the content. I hope that helps! ...more (less)

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I wrote this with a fifth grade reader in mind - but the cool thing about Middle Grade Fiction in general is that it allows for "Big Tent StorytellingI wrote this with a fifth grade reader in mind - but the cool thing about Middle Grade Fiction in general is that it allows for "Big Tent Storytelling".

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This is a beautifully written book but it is not Harry Potter. Rowling's books are plot driven team based struggles while Le Guin's tales are woven arThis is a beautifully written book but it is not Harry Potter. Rowling's books are plot driven team based struggles while Le Guin's tales are woven around the metaphysical. If you have any interest in morality or spirituality you may find these books profound and deeply affecting. If not, Le Guin's books could well leave you feeling a bit bored. ...more

For what its worth, below is the Guardian's and Le Guin's take on Harry Potter

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Q: Nicholas Lezard has written 'Rowling can type, but Le Guin can write.' What do you make of this comment in the light of the phenomenal success of the Potter books? I'd like to hear your opinion of JK Rowling's writing style

UKL: I have no great opinion of it. When so many adult critics were carrying on about the "incredible originality" of the first Harry Potter book, I read it to find out what the fuss was about, and remained somewhat puzzled; it seemed a lively kid's fantasy crossed with a "school novel", good fare for its age group, but stylistically ordinary, imaginatively derivative, and ethically rather mean-spirited.(less)

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A Wizard of Earthsea (Earthsea Cycle, #1)

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This is a beautifully written book but it is not Harry Potter. Rowling's books are plot driven team based struggles while Le Guin's tales are woven arThis is a beautifully written book but it is not Harry Potter. Rowling's books are plot driven team based struggles while Le Guin's tales are woven around the metaphysical.

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fantasy, adventure, series

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Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books)

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Rusty's Ghost Engine (also known as.......... Jinky Spring)

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Artemis Fowl book. Read 11,835 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Twelve-year-old Artemis Fowl is a millionaire, a genius, and above...

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fantasy, fairy tale retelling, YA

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I just finished it, and it ends without any loose ends. If Marissa Meyer were so inclined, she could continue with the Kingdom of Hearts, but I'm gladI just finished it, and it ends without any loose ends. If Marissa Meyer were so inclined, she could continue with the Kingdom of Hearts, but I'm glad I don't have that "I have to wait a WHOLE YEAR?!" feeling I was anticipating. I'm a middle school English teacher and am excited to use this book as my next book recommendation for my classes. Marissa Meyer does an amazing job appealing to both girls and boys - I do wish the marketing were better towards both genders. I have to "trick" a guy or two into reading her by putting them into a Cinder book club for class and then all of the sudden they are off and devouring the Lunar Chronicles as if it were their own idea - what more could a teacher ask for? Thank you, Marissa! ...more (less)

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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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I just finished it, and it ends without any loose ends. If Marissa Meyer were so inclined, she could continue with the Kingdom of Hearts, but I'm gladI just finished it, and it ends without any loose ends.

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Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children

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Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children

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fantasy, mystery, horror, series, YA

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Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children, #1)

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Every so often a book comes along that is pure magic, and "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" is one such book. Part fantasy, part adventure, part eccentric photo collection, this is a story that will enthrall and enchant teens and adults.Jacob is the sixteen year old narrator, and he is intelligent, funny, realistic and perceptive.

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fantasy, romance, series, YA

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Not at all. Don't worry about obsessive sparkling young men with strange eyes and inhuman strength. You won't ever feel thoroughly creeped out by the Not at all. Don't worry about obsessive sparkling young men with strange eyes and inhuman strength. You won't ever feel thoroughly creeped out by the main characters, and the female protagonist is not a passive one at all. She gets things done, has her own opinions, and while she does have some feelings regarding 'love', the focus is not at all on that. Mawkingbird...more (less)

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Not at all. Don't worry about obsessive sparkling young men with strange eyes and inhuman strength. You won't ever feel thoroughly creeped out by the Not at all. Don't worry about obsessive sparkling young men with strange eyes and inhuman strength.

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fantasy, romance, series, YA

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No, it's a new 2 book series.No, it's a new 2 book series.

And for anyone that hasn't read Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy - RUN don't walk. They're among my absolute favorite books - the kind you miss from the moment of their last sentence until FOREVER!(less)
And for anyone that hasn't read Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy - RUN don't walk. They're among my absolute favorite b ...more

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Strange the Dreamer (Strange the Dreamer, #1)

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No, it's a new 2 book series.No, it's a new 2 book series. And for anyone that hasn't read Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy - RUN don't walk. They're among my absolute favorite books - the kind you miss from the moment of their last sentence until FOREVER!(less) And for anyone that hasn't read Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy - RUN don't walk.

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Yes and no. To start with, you have to know that Nicholas Flamel was a real person. Flamel was a book seller in 15th century France and it is legend tYes and no. To start with, you have to know that Nicholas Flamel was a real person. Flamel was a book seller in 15th century France and it is legend that he actually discovered the codex, a legendary book that contained the most coveted secrets of alchemy, one of them being how to create the philosephers stone, which is sometimes called the sorcerers stone and does NOT produce the elixir of life: it actually turns any object it touches into gold. the recipe to the elixir of life was also rumored to be in the codex. I should also mention Perenelle was actually Flamels wife in real life too. But I digress. The Flamels in both the Immortal Secrets of Nicholas Flamel series and Harry Potter and the sorcerers stone (originally the philosopher's stone) are not the same person, which would connect the series. However, both Flamels are based off the same person who actually existed. FUN FACT: Michael Scott, author of the book of which we speak, actually wrote a book analyzing the sorcerers stone. He then expanded on the concept of Nicholas Flamel actually living forever and wrote his own series. ...more (less)

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The Alchemyst (The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel, #1)

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Yes and no. To start with, you have to know that Nicholas Flamel was a real person. Flamel was a book seller in 15th century France and it is legend tYes and no. To start with, you have to know that Nicholas Flamel was a real person.

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fantasy, romance, series, YA

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Shiver was agonizing. I could not get through the trilogy, and I could not bear to read one more line about how much the characters were infatuated wiShiver was agonizing. I could not get through the trilogy, and I could not bear to read one more line about how much the characters were infatuated with each other, entirely dependent on the love of the other. The Scorpio Races is my favorite book, and it was nothing like the Shiver trilogy. Stiefvater was able to compose a plot independent of a love story, and the romance that she did include was appropriately limited. I personally felt connected to all of the characters in the book as well as the setting, which certainly did not happen in Shiver. ...more

That being said, this is not a piece of literature that will be remembered throughout time. Her writing is simplistic because it is aimed at younger readers. Everything is stated, not much left to interpretation. Her language is beautiful, but it cannot compare to that of the classics. If you are looking for good writing, this is it. If you are looking for great writing, search elsewhere. (less)

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Shiver was agonizing. I could not get through the trilogy, and I could not bear to read one more line about how much the characters were infatuated wiShiver was agonizing. I could not get through the trilogy, and I could not bear to read one more line about how much the characters were infatuated with each other, entirely dependent on the love of the other.

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fantasy, historical fiction, romance, YA

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As a 14 year old, I really enjoyed this book! I didn't think that the romance was too much, and it definitely felt age appropriate. The writing style As a 14 year old, I really enjoyed this book! I didn't think that the romance was too much, and it definitely felt age appropriate. The writing style and the plot were easy for me to follow, and I never felt that the book was overly complicated or dense. Emma_the_bookworm...more

One of my favorite parts of Lovely War was that Greek Gods were tied into the story. I was only familiar with Greek gods from reading Percy Jackson, so it was fun to read about them again in a new setting, with different personalities then I was used to. I also loved that music played such a huge role in Lovely War, and that I got to read about the beginnings of jazz in the US.

The hardest part of this book for me was reading about the pain and suffering that comes with war, but I thought the author handled it very well. The book is not overly depressing, violent or graphic. However, there are some descriptions of life in the trenches, racial prejudice/hate crimes and PTSD. There is also discussion about racial prejudice in the military. I think that it would be a great way to start/continue a conversation about racial prejudice in the US, especially because one of the main characters is an African American soldier facing discrimination.

Lovely War had a very creative plot, with characters who I connected with and cared about. I would recommend this to any teenager who likes historical fiction, enjoys romance that isn't graphic, and appreciates music. I hope this helps! :)(less)

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As a 14 year old, I really enjoyed this book! I didn't think that the romance was too much, and it definitely felt age appropriate. The writing style As a 14 year old, I really enjoyed this book! I didn't think that the romance was too much, and it definitely felt age appropriate.

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dystopia, romance, series, YA

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My feelings on this are quite mixed. I liked aspects, but disliked others, was intrigued and excited at times, but also bored at others.

The Good:
POC main character, interesting world, diabolical villain, beautiful descriptions
I liked Camille, and her character growth through the book
There were a fair few plot twists that were great too

The Bad:
The pacing wasn't the best in my opinion, as I said above. i got bored at points
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Nenia ✨️ Socially Awkward Trash Panda ✨️ Campbell

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I first "wished" for an ARC of this on NetGalley last spring, when the hype started to peak. I was going to email in a request shortly after, when some things were brought to my attention that I'd rather not go into publicly, but made me lose interest pretty quickly.

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fantasy, romance, series, YA

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This is why it's so fun to revisit and reread an old book. It's amazing to remember the discourse around this novel 12 years ago. A revolutionary teen fantasy with a heroine who doesn't want to marry! and have kids! also periods and birth control are mentioned! So much debate and ranting, in which I participated too, to my embarrassment. (Should I delete my ramblings or leave my stupidity for posterity?) Does anyone care about people not committing to marriage or childbearing anymore? Certainly ...more

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Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books)

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This is why it's so fun to revisit and reread an old book. It's amazing to remember the discourse around this novel 12 years ago. A revolutionary teen fantasy with a heroine who doesn't want to marry! and have kids! also periods and birth control are mentioned!

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fantasy, adventure, romance, series, YA

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YES, yes it is. I found this out when I flirted with it then asked it out on a date and got shot down in flames. I'm hoping for better luck with PushiYES, yes it is. I found this out when I flirted with it then asked it out on a date and got shot down in flames. I'm hoping for better luck with Pushing Ice by Alastair REYNOLDS, but Shogun has shown some interest. .. 🍀 ...more

(by the way. I am in no way making fun of you, Caitlyn or anyone LGBTQ or straight. I just found the comment by Elias to be ROTFFLMFAO HILARIOUS and could not resist adding a comment of my own .... I at least hope SOMEONE got a laugh 😂 out of it!) (less)

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Children of Blood and Bone (Legacy of Orïsha, #1)

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YES, yes it is. I found this out when I flirted with it then asked it out on a date and got shot down in flames. I'm hoping for better luck with PushiYES, yes it is. I found this out when I flirted with it then asked it out on a date and got shot down in flames.

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fantasy, romance, vampires, YA

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Definitely a teenage audience in my opinion. The characters are fairly one-dimensional, which a lot of more sophisticated audiences would not appreciaDefinitely a teenage audience in my opinion. The characters are fairly one-dimensional, which a lot of more sophisticated audiences would not appreciate. A lot of detail is given toward Clary's (the protagonist's) self-consciousness and ambivalent feelings about Jace (the stereotypical chauvinistic, male romantic love interest who secretly has a "heart of gold"). Ultimately, it probably is more thought-provoking and universal than a trashy romance novel, but very clearly geared toward young teenage girls. Even for older teens it's fairly juvenile. ...more

I read the prequel trilogy a few years ago and enjoyed them immensely, expecting to find the same satisfaction with this book. Even though the character layout and underlying themes and concepts were pretty parallel or similar, I enjoyed this book a lot less; I feel that this is probably because I simply outgrew it.

Clare's writing style is beautiful in places, however, and that may appeal to you. I enjoyed her lovely descriptions of the city lights and backdrops. It really depends on your interests.(less)

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City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments, #1)

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Definitely a teenage audience in my opinion. The characters are fairly one-dimensional, which a lot of more sophisticated audiences would not appreciaDefinitely a teenage audience in my opinion. The characters are fairly one-dimensional, which a lot of more sophisticated audiences would not appreciate.

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Okay, I'm at hundred pages, and I'm like: someone just kill that loser Capricorn, and then FedEx the rest of the gang home! PLEASE! I'll pay Preferred!
It goes like this: go here, go there, go back here, go back there, return to here, and so on...
Also, this story was kind of scary, which doesn't rate high in my book (pun intended).
The idea was excellent, but poorly executed.

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Okay, I'm at hundred pages, and I'm like: someone just kill that loser Capricorn, and then FedEx the rest of the gang home! PLEASE! I'll pay Preferred!It goes like this: go here, go there, go back here, go back there, return to here, and so on...Also, this story was kind of scary, which doesn't rate high in my book (pun intended).The idea was excellent, but poorly executed.

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fantasy, horror, humor, YA

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Beatles vs. Rolling Stones. Cats vs. Dogs. Coke vs. Pepsi.

Zombies vs.... Unicorns? Who knew? Apparently this is the divisive question of our time. And now, thanks to this anthology of stories, there's a handy rubric for determining just how you should answer.

I listened to the audiobook, which was excellent. Phil Gigante, who some of you may be more familiar with as the voice of Jericho Z. Barrons, delivers many an eargasm as master of ceremonies. Holly Black and Justine Larbalestier provide their o...more

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Beatles vs. Rolling Stones. Cats vs. Dogs. Coke vs. Pepsi. Zombies vs.... Unicorns? Who knew? Apparently this is the divisive question of our time. And now, thanks to this anthology of stories, there's a handy rubric for determining just how you should answer. I listened to the audiobook, which was excellent.

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The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender

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The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender

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fantasy, historical fiction, romance, YA

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To many, I was myth incarnate,the embodiment of a most superb legend, a fairy tale. Some considered me a monster, a mutation. To my great misfortune, I was once mistaken for an angel. To my mother, I was everything. To my father, nothing at all. To my grandmother, I was a daily reminder of loves long lost. But I knew the truth - deep down, I always did. I was just a girl.

Magical realism and I do not always get along. More often than not it leaves me untouched or I shy away from it all tog...more

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☘Misericordia☘ ~ The Serendipity Aegis ~ ⚡ϟ⚡ϟ⚡⛈ ✺❂❤❣

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The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender

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To many, I was myth incarnate,the embodiment of a most superb legend, a fairy tale. Some considered me a monster, a mutation. To my great misfortune, I was once mistaken for an angel. To my mother, I was everything. To my father, nothing at all.

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The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making

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The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making

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fantasy, dragons, series

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Hey Christina, Hey Christina, Morgan Nikola-Wren

As someone who fell so hard for the first book that I have a tattoo referencing it on my foot, I felt honor-bound to answer this question. ;)

I found myself utterly and beautifully lost in all the rest of the books in the Fairyland series. Granted, I too, was worried that the sequels could not live up to the olden standard the first set for me, but as soon as I opened the second book and found myself greeted by the lemony narrator, I felt like I had been reunited with an old friend. The following four books serve to expound upon so many of the themes introduced in the original. And the short story prequel, The Girl Who Ruled Fairyland...But Only for a Little While, had me crying at the end, and then reading it aloud to my husband, because he just needed to know the story that badly. Also, if it's worth anything, I often don't finish all the books in a series. (No. Not even Narnia.) I'll like the first and maybe the next well enough, but I often get the feeling that the author is stretching things too far and my interest gets lost. So, I think that should count for something.

Hope this is helpful...Though, I just looked and saw you posted this question two years ago.

Morgan

PS: If you're still looking for additional, arresting reading material with a fairy tale lean, I loved Neil Gaiman's The Ocean at the End of the Lane so much that I took it to a wedding...and spent most of the reception reading it.

PPS: The tattoo is the glass orb with a leaf in it that The Green Wind gives to September. Because, my gosh, THAT WELL SCENE!(less)
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Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books)

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The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making (Fairyland, #1)

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Hey Christina, Hey Christina, Morgan Nikola-Wren As someone who fell so hard for the first book that I have a tattoo referencing it on my foot, I felt honor-bound to answer this question. ;) I found myself utterly and beautifully lost in all the rest of the books in the Fairyland series.

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fantasy, series, romance, YA

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'we hunt the flame, the light in the darkness, the good this world deserves.'

wow. i am pleasantly surprised by this! i think it helped that i didnt have any expectations going in and that i was totally in the mood for some exotic ancient arabian magic. so this is just what i needed!

the main thing carrying this story is definitely the arabic representation. it just gives the story a lush and cultural feel that is much needed in the book world. had you taken that away, would this still be wort...more

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Nenia ✨️ Socially Awkward Trash Panda ✨️ Campbell

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We Hunt the Flame (Sands of Arawiya, #1)

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'we hunt the flame, the light in the darkness, the good this world deserves.' wow. i am pleasantly surprised by this! i think it helped that i didnt have any expectations going in and that i was totally in the mood for some exotic ancient arabian magic.

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science fiction, series

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I am actually really glad you asked this question Damian, because it is one I have wondered for a long time. I have read countless posts on how horribI am actually really glad you asked this question Damian, because it is one I have wondered for a long time. I have read countless posts on how horrible it was, but most of the time there is no concrete reason given. Personally, I think anytime there is something is largely popular (harry potter, the hunger games, frozen, etc.-the writer of this post is not endorsing any of these examples) there is going to be a group screaming about terrible, boring, and stereotypical it was. ...more
Also, many have probably seen the movie and that spoiled it for them. And maybe some are just a little jealous that a 16 year old can write better than they will ever be able to.
The book has "stereotypical fantasy characters" in that it has elves, dwarves, and dragons. I really don't see that as a problem. I like elves, dwarves, and dragons, and I don't think there are enough fantasy books written that include them. I don't think anyone would complain that a sci-fi book was horrible because it had the "stereotypical" aliens in it.
Also other people have compared it to star wars for some reason, but that argument breaks down once you try to compare some of the characters, or predict one or other of the plot lines from how it turned out in the other one. The only part that is reminiscent of star wars is where Eragon is told part of his family tree. And personally, I think Paolini pulled "I am your father" play to make it more believable and accepted by the audience, so the twist that finally comes would be more of a shocker.
Seriously, to really hate this series you must either not like traditional fantasy at all, or not have very good intuition to see all the questions and points, Paolini weaves through his writing.
P.S.-As for "having a limited experience with literature" I read the Anne of Green Gables series when I was seven and was reading several works of Dickens, To Kill A Mockingbird, and The Diary of Anne Frank when I was ten.
P.S.S.-Sorry this post was extremely long.(less)

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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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I am actually really glad you asked this question Damian, because it is one I have wondered for a long time. I have read countless posts on how horribI am actually really glad you asked this question Damian, because it is one I have wondered for a long time.

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fantasy, series, YA

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Hello, and thank you! The book was inspired by my obsession with classic portal fantasy, fairy tales, and contemporary-set fantasies like The MagicianHello, and thank you! The book was inspired by my obsession with classic portal fantasy, fairy tales, and contemporary-set fantasies like The Magicians; by an image I had in my head of a fairy-tale character breaking into the real world; and by my infatuation with general spec-fic weirdness: doors to the unknown, books that might be cursed, stories that live and breathe... ...more (less)

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Hello, and thank you! The book was inspired by my obsession with classic portal fantasy, fairy tales, and contemporary-set fantasies like The MagicianHello, and thank you!

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science fiction, series, classic

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If you want the whole poem, it has a few other verses:If you want the whole poem, it has a few other verses:
Three Rings for the Elven-kings under the sky,
Three Rings for the Elven-kings under the sky,
Seven for the Dwarf-lords in their halls of stone,
Nine for Mortal Men doomed to die,
One for the Dark Lord on his dark throne,
In the Land of Mordor where the Shadows lie.
One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them,
One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them
In the Land of Mordor where the Shadows lie.(less)
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Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies

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The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, #1)

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If you want the whole poem, it has a few other verses:If you want the whole poem, it has a few other verses:Three Rings for the Elven-kings under the sky,Three Rings for the Elven-kings under the sky, Seven for the Dwarf-lords in their halls of stone,Nine for Mortal Men doomed to die, One for the Dark Lord on his dark throne,In the Land of Mordor where the Shadows lie.

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fantasy, series, romance, YA

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Not a bunch of romance but definitely some anxious love...I loved this book and the level of romance, action, suspense. I did video about it on YoutubNot a bunch of romance but definitely some anxious love...I loved this book and the level of romance, action, suspense. I did video about it on Youtube under Yoshima Books if you want to see a non-spoiler review. ...more (less)

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Not a bunch of romance but definitely some anxious love...I loved this book and the level of romance, action, suspense. I did video about it on YoutubNot a bunch of romance but definitely some anxious love...I loved this book and the level of romance, action, suspense.