I liked the book because of the deep message it provided. Unlike other YA books, it did not simplify issues in the world that people face every day. Ender is put under too much pressure, and the book shows the process of how he deals with it. The book is emotional in many parts which caused me to feel what Ender is feeling. I also liked the book because of the way it was written and the style of the writing. Ender’s Game was an overall outstanding book. 

        This book has inspired me to read more of Stuart Gibbs’ book because they will always teach you some kind of lesson. In my opinion, this book “Spaced Out” is a really outstanding book and you can kind of actually feel like you’re on the moon with Dash. The author writes in a really positive tone and just reading the book can light up your day. He also uses a very clear perspective from Dash so you can really understand the book and what the author is trying to tell you. Overall, I think that “Spaced Out” is a wonderful book and maybe you should try reading it someday. 

      I am liking the book so far because I have previously read all of the other books that have come prior to this one which is the last book of the series.  I am excited to finish reading the book because when I do, the story of Harry Potter will be completed and I will be able to officially say that I have read and watched all of the Harry Potter series.  I was fond of this book in particular because since it is the last book in the series, it is wrapping up everything and uncovering secrets every chapter.  Every time I read, even if it is in the ten minutes in class, I get instantly intrigued into the book, and find out at least one thing that the characters were looking for earlier into the story.  Also, J.K Rowling has an amazing ability to describe every scene although it is happening in real life, and that you are really a part of the book.  This enriching quality throughout the book has made it thoroughly enjoyable to read.  This attention to detail has made people love characters and then hate them, and has made us feel as if we are best friends with the character, and creating emotional attachments to them.  I am fully aware that the characters are not real but I can’t help but feel real human emotions when something happens to them.  This is why “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” is an amazing book and one that I have been very happy to be reading.

I Would recommend Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K Rowling (The whole series) to anyone because it is full of mystery and adventure. There were definitely some parts of this book that made you gasp and have to go back to make sure you read it correctly. I liked this book because it was, like I said before, very exciting. During this book, you almost feel like, for example if someone died, like you are their dearest friends. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is a thrilling book to read because you never want to stop reading. This is truly and amazing book for anyone who likes fantasy, mystery, and adventure.

-Abraham Sierra 

            I thought that Gone was such a great book because, it was full of action, and that on-the-edge-of-your-seat suspense. I personally like the way that Gone is in the perspective of multiple different people, the good and the bad. I also liked how Gone is kind of a layer upon layer book. You thought you knew something, but then one more peice of information and now your drowning in questions. Overall, Gone is a great book for thrill-seekers, and a really good book in general just for a fun read. So go grab your book today! (Why did that have to sound like the end of a commercial?).   - Victor Joulin Batejat

          Pieces of Why is a great book because it makes you want to keep reading, to discover what will be up next. K.L. Going makes every scene intriguing, if it is sad, happy, or scary, she finds a way to leave suspense at the end of that one scene. Pieces of Why is also an amazing book because once you start reading it, you are totally transferred to that whole other world, your imagination gets so big, you forget about whatever happened to your day.

-Miel Abitbol

        This book is a suspenseful read because of the action and choices that must be made by Rafe. There are so many conflicts and James Patterson sucks you into the book as you wonder what’s going to happen next. Cliff-hangers make the book even more action-packed as we a hungry to find out who Rafe really is. The author makes you feel as if you are in the book, making you feel many emotions for Rafe. Well-developed characters and descriptive writing add a deeper meaning to his thoughts and feelings. If you are searching for a book, read “Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life” I promise you, it will not disappoint.  

      The Girl Who Lived is a story that constantly keeps you on edge. You go into Faith’s thoughts and feel for her. Greyson does such a great job of describing her despair you feel as though she is a real person that had these emotions. In the last one hundred pages you can’t put the book down it keeps you wanting more and throughout the book it has you contemplating how you would react to this situation. In Faith’s thoughts you hear how what she is doing is reasonable, but really if you ran into her you would think she is insane.  

- Abby Plezia

This book is a funny and mysterious story that is exciting for the reader. The author uses fun made up words to convey the feelings of the main character. Throughout the story the reader is engaged in the mystery and fantasy of the theme, while wanting to read more. In the end, this book has an exciting story that everyone will like.

- Olivia Snider

In my opinion, this is a great easy read and always is always a thriller no matter the book in the series. Spoiler, I love the parts where even though Erica tells Ben not to get involved he does anyway. This is why I love this book and the whole series. 

By: Nicolas Bejar

      In my opinion, this book is a very good read. It was somewhat slow in the beginning but by the middle of the story it picked up and I couldn’t put the book down. Although this book didn’t really have any education standpoint it was still worth the read. The book was thrilling and emotional at some points. When reading this book you could find yourself falling in love with it and all the aspects that make up this book and all the other in the series. I highly recommend this book.

     I loved this book because I love books that have action and Percy Jackson is that kind of book. This book has a lot of adventure and it is a fantasy, action book which is my favorite. Along with J.K. Rowling, Rick Riordan's series is another action-packed, suspenseful book that leaves you wanting more. This book develops conflict through suspense and action and puts the reader into the book. This book is an amazing book that will never bore you. This is a must read!

-Nick Thomson 

A magician's secrets lost forever for no one to see after his death, but in the story, The Name of This Book is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch the magician's secrets are trying to be found by a young girl named Cass. Through her story in the book, she figures out mysteries and tries to keep finding clues to find out about the mysteries of the magician with bumps along the road. Ever since she found a message about the magician in a box that has been under her nose her whole life.  At her step-grandparents, Wayne and Larry’s, junk filled house she discovered adventures that could be awakened. 

    

       The Name of This Book is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch is an amazing book due to how the author hooks you into the mystery and makes you think that the main character Cass finally figured out the secret. However, she has only scratched the surface of the mystery. All the problems and mysteries are all well detailed and thought of that make the book hard to put down and interesting. Also, the author hooks you into the book very fast which makes every part of the book exciting because he throws you into the mystery right away. All of these problems, mysteries, and clues that the author creates allows the reader to make many assumptions of what’s going to happen next. All in all, the book The name of This Book is Secret is an all-around phenomenal book to read.

 

The gang then head to the planet Magrathea, which was once host to a company that sold and produced planets. There they encounter a man named Slartibartfast who is ver fond of fjords. We then learn that a computer named Deep Thought found that the answer to life, the universe, and everything is 42. They then learn that Deep Thought designed a computer that would be able to figure out the actual question that Deep Thought answered. This computer was the Earth that was destroyed right before it finished calculating the question to 42. 

The group also discover that the mice of the human, Trillian, are actually a race of hyper-intelligent beings that financed the construction of the Earth. These mice request that they disect Arthur to find the question who refuses. This leads to the group fleeing back to the Heart of Gold where they decide to go to The Restaurant At The End Of The Universe. This leads to the second book of the series of the same name.

Overall the book was a joy to read and had me laughing at the absurdity of the book many a time. I recommend it to those even if they don’t find it funny as remove the humorous aspect the book stands well nonetheless.

            I liked reading The Game Masters of Garden Place because it took an interesting take on D&D and other role-playing games, which are one of my interests. It also carries an interesting storyline between the real-world one and the fantasy-world one, and doesn’t spend too much time on either one while they’re separate. The twists and turns throughout the story kept me reading, and I never wanted to put this book down until I was done. The Game Masters of Garden Place is a great read that I definitely recommend!

           Thirteen plus one is a great book because it is part of a series called Winnie years. Winnie years has 5 books: ten, eleven, twelve, thirteen, thirteen plus one and each tells the story of a girl named Winnie and how she matures and learns new things throughout the year. As a reader, you get to compare your life at those ages as you grow up to Winnie and it helps you understand the meaning of the book more. You get to know a lot about Winnie and her friends and you really feel connected to her and her actions. In the end, Winnie years is a great book series and you will find yourself wrapped up in these books as soon as you pick one up. 

        I liked this book because of the many things that happen. There is a lot of weird things at camp green lake. This was kind of a page turner for me. I really liked the 10 minutes in the start of class because of this book. I would recommend this book.

          In my opinion, this book has given me a beautiful story about a kid named Kek. This book has made me realize that Kek is a brave boy and that he loves animals. I personally would give this book a 5/5 star(s) because it has a inspirational story. This book is one of a kind and I would definitely recommend this book to those who are interested. This book is also one of my favorite books right now. 

           

            The Lost Continent is a great read because it has the perfect mix of emotion, action, adventure, and other things too. The author hooks the reader with the awesome detail and the amazing way the author says things. The book helps you understand better at the beginning of the book because it has a prophecy, a couple pages describing and showing the images of the dragon in the book. The book is very interesting and has great ways of introducing characters and continuing the story in the book. I highly recommend this book for anyone who loves dragons and fantasy.

     I liked this book because it had everything that I like it had mystery, action, adventure, and drama-ish.Also, the author James Dashner uses very strong and powerful words to explain emotion an event that is happening or already happened which really seemed to impulse the story forward and give it a more exciting feeling to the reader which can determine if a reader likes or dislikes a book.

      Among the Brave is an amazing book because of the suspense and bravery worked throughout the book. As a reader, you will be waiting to know what Luke will do next. Margaret intertwines bravery in Luke all throughout the books, from courageous acts to helping other (or trying to). Margret also weaves suspense into the book by cutting you off at cliffhangers at the end of every chapter. All in all, Among the Brave, is an amazing book that will leave you on the edge on your chair waiting for more.
-Charlotte Norton

In the end, George has caught Lennie making too many mistakes and even caught him killing a bunny, as well as a woman unintentionally, due to his mental issue. All of these errors led to George putting Lennie out of his misery, shooting him in the back of the head. George knew that if he didn’t put Lennie down himself, Lennie would be put through a painful death, since everyone already disliked him. 

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This book may be a little hard to understand at first, but for some readers, it may be a little easier. It goes through the story of hardships, friendships, and sacrifices. Of Mice and Men is a phenomenally written book, and a definite must-read and a highly recommended book.

     Gary Schroen gives us the point of view from the military's perspective of global threats. He talks about how the CIA spearheaded into the war on terror in Afghanistan. The book will leave you with questions while at the same time realizing how much they do to protect this country. This book in my opinion is amazing and gives us exactly what happened and how the war developed into what it his. 

This book is very interesting and is hard to put down.  Rowling develops many plot twists that no one was expecting and gives a deeper look into Harry’s life.  When reading the book, the author makes it so detailed that it feels like you are experiencing the conflicts with Harry.  The author makes it so that you can relate to Harry and connect to him.  Overall, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is absolutely amazing and keeps you interested the entire way through.   

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is a very humorous and enjoyable read. Adams does an incredible job of making the text make as little sense as possible, all the while keeping his readers engaged. Hidden beneath the laughter is a good, well-thought-out plot, the hunt for meaning ever-present. All of the characters are enjoyable, and their cynicism adds to the tone in the almost sci-fi tale. Some might not enjoy this book, but I found it entertaining and engaging, and definitely a worthwhile read.
-Isaac McGreevy

           To be blunt, I do not like this book. This book brought forth waves of sorrow and pain to whip my emotions back and forth mercilessly. My tears ran out and the flames of my anger spiked. I love this book. It was so utterly moving, so confusing, and so eye-opening to read. In my opinion, this book was fantastic and I intend on reading it over again multiple times... I recommend it only to people that have the capacity to appreciate the art of Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Foer.

-Eden Justice Sunyoung Choi-Fitzpatrick

 Ender’s Game is beautifully written featuring a mix between futuristic technology and military strategy. This combination results in few boring moments and a roller coaster of a plot. Behind each twist is a new problem for the super genius of a kid to solve. The ‘instructors’ play with Ender’s mind similar to Card’s effect on the reader. And just when you think you’ve won, there’s a whole new game. 

-Tucker MacDonald

I really like these book because I really like how the author develops the story. Also because this book presents romance and action what is my two favorite kinds of book, on that book we never know what is going to happen next, what makes me want read more. I love how Beatriz is brave in the middle of the situations and how she faces the situations. Also I really like the other principal character Four, he helps to develop the story making it interesting and not boring at all.Divergent is a amazing book with new surprises  and new problems in each page of the book. 

  Valentina Maull

     I am Malala is a fascinating book to read because it shows a different perspective on life than ours. I am Malala shows a more difficult perspective on life and how it affects you. The book engages you in scenes and is very successful in showing tone. Using the environment and characters, Yousafzai is able to create suspense and create many different moods throughout the story. Yousafzai is able to immerse you in the book and make you feel as if you were at each situation, but many parts become slow, and it lost my attention. I am Malala is a generally great book, even though it does get slow at times; I believe that Malala Yousafzai created a story that shows a different perspective of life and did it in a great way.
-Aiden Afshar
 

     Holes is an easy and enjoyable read because of the boys at camp. The plot is a very fun and mysterious plot to follow. The author keeps you reading the book because of that awesome plot and conflict. As a reader you get to know Stanley and about his past. This book also has a movie, but the book is much better.

    I liked this book because it was thrilling. The book was also very mysterious which made it interesting to me. Sometimes they would be in fights with Nathan. But sometimes they would be solving the mystery of their mom. There was also many twist like at the end the note that their dad was still alive was just a forged letter

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down is a good read because of the humor and creativity. Also, the book relates to people in real life, making it even more enjoyable. It also has good humor that is not inappropriate and is fun to read. In addition, the book teaches you a lesson that you should not just go with what other people think or do. Finally, the book is an overall very riveting and humorous read that will keep you glued to the pages. -Lucas Kim

I enjoyed the book because the author had such an amazing way of telling the story and using a wild imagination to create a whole new world filled with magic. The author used the way of a child’s imagination and making it feel like a reality when reading it. The books bring the magic into the real world and incorporate it to the children’s live and it helps them with being able to find who they are and what they want to be and also how to live an alternate life in a magical world which can really tap into someones imagination and keep them reading as long as you find interest to the world. The author had an amazing tone set and he was able to help describe all the events through the 7 books of Narnia and he manages to maintain some of the main ideas and original plot but also add in new characters and interferences along the way of the children's journey to getting home but also helping Narnia with whatever quest brought the children there in the first place but the quest/goal will change every visit so they children are never repeating the same things but they still keep the friends and relationships that they have made in their past visit and made allys and being able to keep peace with the duties of being kings and queens. This book will not disappoint when reading and nor will the rest of the series. I recommend this book and the series to anyone who has a vivid imagination and/or people who like adventure mystery/sci-fy, or people who want to read more styles of literature like this.

 When I first started to read this book I really liked it because it was very light hearted and up-lifting. However as I kept reading this book it got to be a little bit of a slow read, and their wasn’t very much action going on throughout the chapters. I thought that maybe it was just a slow part in the book and it will become interesting again after I keep reading for the next few chapters. If i do keep reading i hope that their is a plot twist to the story, or a lesson that could be learned. Overall this book is not bad, but I do think that it needs more of a twist, or lesson involved. 

by: Beverly Cleary 

          I love history and that is the main reason why I love this book. A Long Time Until Now is not a book of action but instead teaches you about the lives of the past. Williamson sucks the reader into the past with his imagery, showing how the groups ate, fought, smelled, and communicated. After getting sucked into this world, you feel just like a character along on the ride. To conclude, A Long Time Until Now is a must read if you love history because you feel like a soldier learning about the lives of ancient civilizations. 
-Chris Ruff                                                           

     The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is a great book that you can’t put down. The author creates some moments of sadness, humor, and happiness. The ending is the best ending you could ever get from a book which will leave you something to think about. Somehow the author brings us into the book so much were you actually feel bad for Edward at times. Overall, this book is great and will always have a special place in my heart

  Cinder is the fairy tale story you always loved, not as you remembered it, but better. This book explores the traditional aspects of the story, “Cinderella,” while adding and differentiating the book from the original with differences like the genre, the characters, and some enjoyable plot twists. Cinder also tells a story with meaning that touches on and teaches about inequality in society, sacrifice, and war. But don’t forget, Marissa Meyer does this while sprinkling in a good amount of joy and fairy tale magic, making Cinder a true fantasy. In conclusion, Cinder is an amazing roller coaster ride of a book and I would recommend it to anyone interested.
- Nooriya Baxamusa

     Bad Girls With Perfect Faces is an exciting read because of its twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.  Lynn Weingarten paints an honest portrait of the worst case scenario through different perspectives.  It is an interesting, intoxicating read that sucks you in and makes you feel for the (shockingly realistic) characters.  Sasha’s inner thinking helps to develop the story, Xavier’s actions keep it going, and Ivy’s dialogue keeps you confused (in a good way, of course).  Bad Girls With Perfect Faces is intoxicating and twisted and will keep you wanting more!

In the book Eragon, by Christopher Paolini, Eragon, an orphan farm boy who lives with his Uncle Garrow and Cousin Roran, finds a shiny blue stone which turn out to be a dragon’s egg.  The village storyteller, Brom, tells Eragon about the the Dragon Riders, who were were a group of warriors that helped keep the peace.  King Galbatorix, an evil Rider who killed off all the other Dragon Riders, has their farm burned down while searching for the egg.  With Eragon’s uncle now dead, Brom reveals that he was once a Dragon Rider and trains Eragon.  Brom is killed defending Eragon, who sets out with his dragon, Saphira, to find a way to defeat Galbatorix.
     Eragon is a book that has a great, epic story.  Eragon is faced with an incredibly difficult journey and the odds are stacked against him.  You find yourself sucked into the story and continually wanting to know what will happen next.  The author did a great job of bringing a mythical creature like a dragon to life.  It was really fun to see how he and his dragon, Saphira, bonded. 
-Sara Leslie
   

        Ungifted is a must read for anybody from the age of 11-16. It is very engaging to the reader because of all the suspense. We get to know Donovan as a character, and are really rooting for him to succeed. Korman's writing is very detailed and easy to read. The plot is very interesting, and really captivates you. Overall, Ungifted is an excellent book and I would highly recommend it.

Sophie Boxwala

The Hate U Give  is one of the best books that I have read, for multiple reasons.  First off, it is an amazingly written novel that the reader is able to visualize and immerse themselves in to the scenes.  Angie Thomas took her time to craft an amazing book that takes us on a journey filled with twists and turns.  Second, the material of the book is something that is, sadly,  occurring in our daily life situations.  By reading this book, you are able to understand the other side of the story that many of us are not able to see due to either lack of coverage or our own apathy and ignorance.  This book will show you the sad truth of our society when it comes to racism and racial prejudices.  However, by exposing this content to yourself, you are able to work on educating yourself and others around you.  This isn’t just a book, this is a journal of our society, and a bridge between the hypothetical and the literal.  All in all, The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas is a novel that will leave you on the edge of your seat, and quite frankly, could leave you in tears.

       Overall, The Cursed Child is a great read, but it can get boring at times. However, there is a lot of action and conflicts between characters that make you never want to put the book down. A great part of The Cursed Child is reading how the friendship between Albus and Severus develops because they were unlikely friends, but they end up being as close as brothers. You never know what’s going to happen next in this book and everything that does happen leaves you with your jaw on the floor. The Cursed Child is a book that I highly recommend, even though it can be a little repetitive at times.

      This book is super funny and easy to read because it adds pictures and the reading is chunked into small pieces so it is not overwhelming. My favorite character in the story is Manny Greg's little brother because he always is doing things he shouldn't but gets away with it.

      I liked book one in the series since like all series’ it starts you with something or in other words a new beginning. I love reading about survival, adventure, or fantasy so when I got this series recommended to me by Isaac I was immediately intrigued. This series had all of the three things I loved embedded in it so I continued reading. In book one, Will starts out as a runt who became an extremely skilled ranger who became a hero when he killed the Kalkara

      I love Magyk because it entails adventure, fantasy, and family/friendship, making it awesome to read. It doesn’t take a long time to get interested in it, you read the first page and you get drawn into the story and the characters. Angie Sage makes is so that you never know what to expect, and you’re always at the edge of your seat. You get to read the book from the view of all the main characters, and even the side antagonists when needed. Reading this, I can imagine everything that’s happening. The character’s expressions, the scenery, and how they’re feeling. I feel like I am connecting with the characters, and am always cheering for them to overcome their various struggles. I definitely recommend this book to all lovers of fantasy, adventure, and family/friendship. 

- Cerise Campbell

     Scythe is quite possibly my favorite book for many different reasons. It is full of action, mystery, and suspense. You are constantly left wondering what will happen next. Also, Neal Shusterman is an amazing author who truly develops each character. Another nice touch is the fact that the book has many different perspectives. This enables the reader to see what everyone is thinking, providing a much better read. I would suggest Scythe to anyone and everyone, as it is an overall phenomenal book  
     -Ariyan Madani

     “The hate U Give” by Angie Thomas, is a very important book for our future. In Garden heights, a black girl named Starr goes to a private school. She is distraught when her friend is shot by a police officer, when she was right next to him. In this book, you will find how Starr will overcome her challenges and speak up for what's right.

     “The Hate U Give” is and amazing book, that gives you an insight on what happens in America. The book has won many awards, has five stars, and was just put in theaters, as an award winning motion picture film. The racism in America is greatly impacting out country. People of different cultures should be based of the person they are, not the color of their skin. This is a perfect example and insight of African American life today. Overall, the book is not just an amazing read, but I think every child should read this, to abolish racism in the future!
Paden Flaster-

     The Little Rock Nine were a group of nine African-American boys and girls during the segregation era of the United States. These nine courageous students volunteered to be the first people to integrate the public school system of America. Warriors Don’t Cry is a memoir that tells a particular story of Melba Pattillo Beals who is the author. She goes through many challenges while attending Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Beals has to endure constant name-calling, acidity straight into her eyes, sexual assault, and even more challenges that one could not possibly think of. 

     Warriors Don’t Cry is an important story that shares awareness of the struggles that black people had to go through during the times of segregation in America. It is a book that goes deep into the life of Melba Pattillo Beals and explains the hardships that one had to face. Beals is unafraid to share her remarkable story that changed the world, all the way to today. If she did not face her fears, the world would be torture for African-Americans today. Overall, Warriors Don’t Cry is a captivating story, and I recommend it to all. 

The  Five Kingdoms is a great book to read because it never becomes dull throughout the entire story. There is always something new to follow along with. From Halloween to monsters made of shaping power, Cole, Mira, Jace and Twitch go through it all to defeat the High King. My favorite part is when they are raiding the castles and find monsters and magical items to use later. It was a great read, and I recommend it for anyone who enjoys action and fantasy.

     Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief is a great book for a variety of reasons. One example is that Riordan uses incredible descriptive detail to create amazing imagery. Another example is that the story is unique and Riordan finds a way to make the story appealing to all readers. The plot of the story is also different and has a weird twist. The story also has multiple events that are exciting and constantly keep the reader hooked. Finally the book has a wide variety of settings and Riordan does a great job of informing the reader in the change in setting.

I liked reading Percy Jackson because it was entertaining. The adventures he goes on are interesting and they are exciting. Percy is a cool character. When he goes on adventures, he usually goes with his friends. Percy Jackson is great and I would definitely recommend it.

- Kyle Truscott

SPOILER ALERT FOR LAND OF STORIES: In an entirely different dimension the sister, Alex Baily, lives in a world of fairy tales and practices to the fairy godmother. Her brother, Conner Bailey, lives in our world. These twins were separated in different dimensions. The fate of the fairy tale world is in his hands. He has to try to find a way into fairy tale world to warn them about the most feared army in history that is trying to take over the world.  In the book the Grimm Warning by Chris Colfer, the twins must reunite and work together to stop this army. 

          This book is enjoyable because there is always some conflict that needs to be solved and people that make it harder to succeed. The book is filled with actions and suspense that does not stop. Chris Colfer makes it explains the characters but leaves enough for everyone's imaginations can run. The more you read the more excitement and conflict there is. With this action-packed story, you will never be able to put the book down. 

- Kirra Fisk, Period 3
 

       Hazel Wood was a fun read, but be ready for a complex plot. Albert has you on your toes throughout the story. There is drama, action, mythical creatures, and romance. It is for everyone.  You guys should really read Hazel Wood. (Sorry for the bad summary I just didn’t want to spoiler anything). 

P.S. the cover is beautiful. 

         A Child Called “It” is a book I enjoyed because it is a first hand experience, as well as it being very interesting. Because Dave Pelzer is the author and the child in the story, it gives the reader a deeper description and understanding of the story. Also, this book was very hooking as I just wanted to know what would happen next. Even though it is a little intense, Dave does a good job of making you feel connected to him as you get to know his thoughts and feelings. After a while of reading the book, it is like you are living with him and I just wanted to know why his mom was doing this. There was so much in this book that I was wondering about, it just kept me thinking. Overall, A Child Called “It” is a very intense but excellent book that you won’t be able to put down!

   I strongly recommend this book because it shows you the power of faith and perseverance. Savvy teaches you that everyone is special in their own way and to be proud of your differences. The book Savvy lets you connect to the characters as you read their inner thinking. Ingrid Law emphasizes that some courage and perseverance can go a long way, even in tough times. You really get to know Mibs and are always cheering for her. There is so much detailed suspense and tension, this book is difficult to put down and will keep you wondering what will happen next, even when you aren’t reading. 

- Sienna Gustafson

This is the first book of an outstanding series called the Kane Chronicles. The Red Pyramid is a great book and is very captivating. Once you start reading it you can’t put it down. If you liked the Percy Jackson series you definitely want to read this series. The author really makes all of the events in the story realistic and uses a lot of descriptive words which helps make the story really interesting.

  Night shares the story of Elie Wiesel's teenage years during the Holocaust. At 15 years old, Wiesel is deported to Auschwitz, a concentration camp that is responsible for the deaths of 1.1 million people. Night is a haunting story that shows the terror of the horrible time and uses gruesome details to show the horrific things that happened to so many people, including members of Elie’s family.

     Night is a very important book to read because what happened in the story really happened. We have to read this book to remember what happened and to prevent it from happening again. I enjoyed this book because of the overall message of not losing hope and because it was written very well and the sometimes slow, sometimes urgent writing style goes well with the piece. Overall, this book was very good and an important book to read. ★★★★★

 

This is good and fun book to read because it is a nice take on what spy’s do before they become certified by the CIA. We go through Ben Ripley’s mind as he journeys through Spy School finding secrets and even being a mole. As a reader you feel like you are along side Ben and always went the best for him. Concluding all that has been said, you should really check out spy school because it leaves you with non-stop action and mystery. 

Cody Midura

            The reason I chose this book is that the title makes me interested. When the monster and the boy was fighting, the author used sounds, what it looked like or felt like, to present how it went. It almost made me feel like I was in the book. The author also used funny dialogue to show the character’s personality. The fact that the boy in this book went from a timid person to a be everyone’s pride was really touching. When his father died, I was able to feel the moods of the characters. I would like to read another book like this!
Zoe

-Michael Cz

    Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is an enjoyable book to read because of J.K. Rowling’s way of describing the characters, and making everything seem very real. The plot of this story makes me get lost in another world. The story is very engaging, and is always filled with action that never leaves me bored. The adventures that Harry goes on are packed with description and detail that makes me feel connected to the characters. By knowing the thoughts and feelings of the main characters, it gives me a better understanding of the story, and makes me want to just keep reading more.

I enjoyed this book because it showed how anyone no matter who they are or their mental capabilities or really anything can improve. It shows that while you may doubt yourself just like Ally did you really can do anything. I also really enjoyed it because it is very descriptive which makes you want to read more. 
-Mila Bartholovitsch

     In all of the books I have read, I have never come across something like “They Both Die at the End,” mostly because I usually stick to fantasy. I learned how impactful this book was at the very end when you just have to step back and think about everything you just read. Down to the last sentence, you connect with the characters and feel the anticipation as they do. The fact the characters know they are going to die and so do you enables you to feel and almost survive with Rufus and Mateo as you would with a real human being. Silvera puts so much soul into this book that you can feel how he did as you are reading it. To everybody reading this book review, if you want to experience this feeling of urge and anticipation until the very end where you can finally fully envisage the meaning of the story, this is an extremely well-written book that should be your next read.

       Refugee is an entertaining read because of the movement and suspense packed into it. Alan Gratz develops packed action that sucks the readers in the book, guessing what will happen next. This book is also fascinating because of the way that you can learn a little about history, but still feel interested at the same time. Although the characters are fictional, you can really feel the emotions they are feeling in this book, and the sorrow and grief they feel when you are reading it. By knowing their feelings, you can feel sorry for them as if they are a real person. Overall, Refugee is amusing, and you won’t want to put it down! 

     Divergent is a great book because it constantly keeps you on your toes. In the book readers don’t read what the character’s are feeling because they experience it. The book has a series of conflicts and surprises that keep pulling you in over and over. This book gives you the unexpected that makes you feel for the characters and makes your heart race. Overall, Divergent is a great book that plays like a movie in your head that you don’t want to stop watching. It makes you fear the worst and hope for the best of your characters even if they may not be real.

           Wildwood is not only an enjoyable, action-packed read, but it is also beautifully written. Meloy’s word choice leaves the reader captivated, and the imagery allows the reader to dive head first into what is going on. The reader can easily picture what is going on in the story, along with the help of the impeccable visual aids scattered throughout the book. Wildwood’s storyline is also one that a person of any age can enjoy, with its exciting and suspenseful events. With every chapter comes a new part of the story that leaves the reader on their toes for what is yet to come. All in all, Wildwood is an excellent book and is highly recommended to all who are searching for an exciting, well-written story.

    Echo is a good book because it puts the main characters in struggles that they need to get out of. These have a big impact on both the characters and the reader. The book is set in World War II so there are already many problems but this is amplified by the personal problems of the characters. Though all of the characters are different. There is one thing that connects all of them. Their love for music. More specifically, the harmonica, which is very symbolic and important throughout the book. This book has many memorable moments that I found interesting and exciting.

    A Child Called It is a memoir by David Pelzer that describes how he survived a serious case of child abuse. This book is very important, and I believe that everyone should be aware about what might be happening to others. I thought that it was very inspiring that someone with such a terrible life can grow older to have a very successful life. Today, Dave Pelzer gives speeches and has received many awards. I hope that all of us can grow from our hardships just like what Pelzer had done

Elizabeth Yoon

One day in sunny Florida, Quentin “Q” Jacobsen and Margo Spiegelman are nine years old and playing in a park, when they find a good ole dead body decomposing. Typical.  

Nine years later, Margo comes up to Q’s window in the middle of the night - they’re neighbors - and asks him to make mischief with her and get revenge on her cheating boyfriend. Then something weird happens. Margo goes missing the day after. (The rest of the book talks about how Quentin goes to find her.)

Paper Towns by John Green is a great read because of all the diverse characters. The author made sure to include a variety of characters and the way that they all fit in together with each other is incredible. The book is really cool because you seem to be in on different secrets that are just with you and Quentin, and when people mention things, it’s fun to guess their reactions and responses. The book is really engaging and intense, but also perfect because of the sly humor. I think that Paper Towns is an excellent book and I would definitely recommend it. 

  The absolutely true diary of a part time indian is a comical and humorous book. The author uses a mix of colorful language, cartoons, and jokes to entrance the reader. Sherman alexie creates a relatable character that one can not help but loving. Describing tough and happy times the author makes even the most boring of actions entertaining. It touches the heart of everyone who reads it and changes the person you are. It is an amazing book and I recommend it.

Neil Jauffret-Opilka

     I’ll GIve You the Sun is a well written, drama-filled, emotional rollercoaster. The author made sure to develop a variety characters and a unique plot. Every part of the story was engaging and kept me on my toes, so there was never a time when I got bored while reading it. As a reader, you get to know the characters as the perspective changes from person to person. You can connect and relate to them and really understand their feelings. Overall, I’ll Give You the Sun is an amazing book and a must read.

      Laura Hillenbrand, the author of Unbroken tells the amazing story of a prisoner of war who was once an Olympic athlete. The book made me understand the conditions of how life was during World war II and the hardships to being a prisoner under the Japanese. Not only did the book show me how life was like, but the life of a fearless man that lived a very fascinating life. Unbroken is definitely a book I recommend. 

     I’ll GIve You the Sun is a well written, drama-filled, emotional rollercoaster. The author made sure to develop a variety characters and a unique plot. Every part of the story was engaging and kept me on my toes, so there was never a time when I got bored while reading it. As a reader, you get to know the characters as the perspective changes from person to person. You can connect and relate to them and really understand their feelings. Overall, I’ll Give You the Sun is an amazing book and a must read.

       I liked this book because it took two characters and made them have their own thoughts and feelings. It was like reading two different books that lead into each other. This book also started out to seemingly be just a book about a wanted criminal. But then it got into much deeper, bone-chilling secrets. Another reason why I like this book so much is because it is similar to the hunger games and I also really liked that book.

 Elias Manno

The Mysterious Benedict Society, by Trenton Lee Stewart, tells the story of four extraordinary kids and their mission to reveal the truth once and for all. In a town called Stonetown, Reynie, Kate, Constance, and Sticky succeeded in completing a series of difficult puzzles and tests. Little did they know, but they would soon be sent to a seemingly innocent boarding school in the hopes of dismantling a malicious plan to take over the world. It was their mission to sabotage a mind-reading and thought-transmitting device called the Whisperer and its master, Mr. Curtain. Through creativity,  intellect, teamwork, and pure stubbornness,  they were able to achieve the impossible. 

 This book is a winding pathway of ups, downs, and just plain confusion. The conflict is constantly keeping you in surprise because of how well executed it is. Furthermore, The Mysterious Benedict Society is one of my favorite books of all time because of its relatable and flawed characters. Throughout their journey on Nomansan Island, every single person (no matter how confident they may seem) begins to doubt themselves for reasons like not being a good enough leader, being useless, or being too brave. Something about them makes you want to take a look in the mirror and think to yourself, what makes me a good friend? If I could give this amazing book 6 stars, I truly would - trust me.

Micheal is a tangent who’s mind has been put into a human’s body named Jackson Porter in James Dashners’ The Rule of Thoughts.  Micheal find out a lot about Jackson Porter looked around the guy’s apartment.  Jackson’s parents and older sister were in Puerto Rico and that Jackson had a girl friend named Gabriela.  2 men enter the house saying that they were sent to summon Michael by Kaine for a meeting, just as Micheal decides that he has to get out.  Micheal follows the two guys onto the train and manages to escape them just as he realized that he had to contact his two best friends and not just join Kaine.

     The Rule of Thoughts is a very enjoyable and fun book to read because of all the action an adventure in the book.  The plot is well developed and it is very easy to understand the story line.  You really get to know Micheal, Bryson, and Sarah and each character is very well developed.  You also get very sucked in to the book and may find yourself reading it for many hours on end.  In all, The Rule of Thoughts is a great and amazing book and you won’t regret reading it.

 

    Hidden is definitely a book that I recommend reading because of the mystery and excitement that is within. The author mixes in smaller conflicts that the character have to face that is within the big problem they are already facing, making it more adventurous and making you more anxious to see what is happening next. As a reader, we can see how all of the characters react to life changing problems and how the characters feel and act in this type of situation. 
- Malia Brown

         This book, Middle School, the Worst years of my life, is about how middle schoolers have to deal with what they think school is like.  Some kids, like Rafe don’t Like school, they want to have fun, hang out with friends, not study, and maybe break some rules. I enjoyed this book because he is sort of like me. I don’t really like school that much, but I have good grades and don’t try to break all the rules.  It would be a great book for someone who doesn't like to read or an advanced 5th grader.

I enjoyed the reading Paper Towns because of its mystery and action throughout. Green begins the novel with a captivating hook and prologue then continued to keep the reader’s attention by proving an immense sense of mystery and suspense through the rising action up to the climax. The topics/characters depicted in the story are relatable for many and it is set in our modern time period which makes it enjoyable for may to read and relate to. In addition, it teaches you many lessons both about life and modern situations one may find themselves in high school. Through these reasons and others, John Green made reading Paper Towns a very entertaining experience.