This book is a really amazingrealistic fiction book. If you like books that tell stories about the character's stories? If so, this is the book for you! 
             This is a story about a girl named Heidi that was born and raised without knowing her own story. I mean like, doesn't every kid deserve to know their own story?! She doesn't even know if she has a dad! I think that's really unfair to her. 
              "If she doesn't have a dad, then does her mom work?" Many of you may be asking. The answer is, no. Turns out, her mom can only can pull together 23 words. How would she work like that? Luckily, they do have one neighbour that keeps them company. How do they get money then? You will have to read the book to find out! There is one word that her mom always mentions that has always confused every reader of this book. "soof" "what does that mean?" Heidi keeps asking. She wonders if it is a memory that she's trying to keep. She tries her best to find as much as she can by searching her apartment for clues, but she soon will realize that her story stretches far beyond her apartment. 
She departs for an exciting journey to discover her past as she encounters many different people as she starts to build her history once again. Read this book to follow her journey as she uncovers more un-foretold secrets of soof.
(5/5) It's awesome

When Friendship Followed Me Home is a realistic fiction piece told through first person by the main character, Ben Coffin.

When Friendship Followed Me Home has it all: a rainbow girl, a dog called Flip, a magician and a librarian!

This book starts in school, where Ben Coffin is getting bullied and is too unsure and shy to stick up for himself.  Immediately, Kevin is a character that can be described as unsure and unconfident because he gives up his lunch money to a bully instead of standing up to him. Kevin’s mom refers to him as “Traveller” and Ben believes that- because he has already gone through a rough road. But readers will be able to realise that after he meets Rainbow Girl, there is a secret he wants to keep a unknown. There are definitely different sides to this character. What type of scaredy-cat stands up to fight for other people? And especially a guy who dares to hold hands with a girl who is just breathtaking.

Secondly, readers get to experience the conflicts and difficulties of Kevin’s past, and the future that awaits him. The readers also discover that his aunt and uncle give him a less than satisfactory time at home and his schoolmates give him unpleasant experiences at school.

Finally, readers uncover that Ben ,for various reasons, just wanted a place that he could belong to and somewhere to call home. Luckily, Ben finds a home and a loving caretaker that sees him for who he is, bringing out that creativity and friendship that he has to offer.

I believe that When Friendship Followed Me Home is like a combination of Lassie and the Honest truth because it is about the true meaning of friendship, dogs that would follow you to the ends of the Earth and back and sadness.
 
An important lesson I learned in this book is to appreciate everything or everyone you have around you before they go.

But remember, keep your eyes open for all the amazing symbolism and craft moves in the book!

Rating: 5/5*

  Yellow Fever

  Fever 1793 is a book by Laurie Halse Anderson. It is a historical fiction book based on the epidemic that happened in 1793, that killed five thousand people in three months. In the book, Mattie, a girl who works at a coffee shop in Philadelphia, wanted to be free of her chores and be able to escape her mother’s bickering. But instead, she gets a town full of yellow fever, people dying everyday, a loss of one of her loved one, and one family member terribly sick far away. So Mattie sets out to help the people with yellow fever and tries to find her family, or what was left of them. On the way, she picks up a new one, one that too had lost her family. Together, they seek for protection and a home, but also love, family, and hope. They learn the importance of never giving up the hope, the little daisy, that would give them back their lives. Traits fly out as Mattie travels through the book, kind, caring, revengeful, crazy, selfish, and a whole lot more. Mattie becomes a “Captain” who will fight for herself.

  You would Love this book if you liked “The Boy Who Dared”. Both had love, friendship, and danger spreading through the main character’s lives. The people in their lives were sick, whether it was metaphorically or physically. I give this book 4.5 stars. If you liked the book, you should read “Mockingjay”, both include sisterly love and the meaning of hope.

You would love this book if you like books about survival and adventure because this book is about surviving in the wilderness there is also many unexpected happenings that completely change the plot and the story like new discoveries. This makes the book similar to a tornado because problems that he has to overcome get thrown at him and the whole entire story changes. In this book you will notice the changes of his thoughts, actions, his thoughts and how he used to feel about himself. This is a great book for people who love to read stories into the night and a great book for people who love books with multiple problems. This book also has one major symbol that goes throughout the whole book and is very important to his change.

I feel like this book deserves a 4.5/5 because this book is a bit repetitive which makes this book 4.5/5 instead of 5/5 but otherwise this book is a very interesting story that you can't let down!

Firstly, you would like this book if you like books with mystery, suspense, and a sprinkle of crazy. Readers first might think that Maniac is a legend without any troubles, but they soon discover that Maniac had a lot of complications in his life. This book has a balance of heartbreaking losses and impossible tasks done by Maniac Magee. 

Secondly, readers get a glimpse at Maniacs internal pressures along with his external pressures, which makes them take a step backwards and reread his past troubles.

Lastly, readers discover that in the story, there is a hidden conflict about race which affects Maniac

I believe that Maniac Magee belongs with any book that has a person that sticks out. It makes you want to know what will happen to them, so bad that you have to finish it right then. Read this 5 star book to find out what happens.

Crenshaw is about a kid called Jackson who wanted to have a normal life and live in his house forever. However, his family had money struggles which forced them to move out of their house and live in a mini-van. Jackson has an imaginary friend called Crenshaw that he wanted to forget about, but what he didn’t know is that Crenshaw was trying to help him overcome his challenges which is that his family doesn’t have enough money. Jackson becomes insecure about telling his friends about his struggles, he is even insecure to tell Crenshaw, who is imaginary! A theme in this book is adjusting to change, because Jackson’s family loses their house and Jackson’s family has to live with that.

An important life lesson that I learned was that even though you might feel bad at times, you always have to stay positive.You would like this book if you are a person who likes deep realistic-fiction stories and very complex characters. The author uses a lot of craft moves such as symbolism and foreshadowing.This book has affected me because now I think differently about things that are important to me.

I believe this book is related to Wonder. They are both about insecure characters trying to hide parts of their lives from others. 

I rate this book a 5/5, PLEASE READ!

By Peter Dickinson

Review by: Maren

This book is in the near future. Eva is about a girl named Eva whose life is changed forever-for better or for worse, you’ll have to decide that for yourself.

Eva isn’t a normal girl. In fact, she isn’t a girl at all! At least, not anymore. When a terrible accident crushes her body and sets her into an irreversible coma, there is only one option for her scientist father to take in order to save Eva’s life.

Eva has grown up with chimps, loved chimps, and even gone on picnics with chimps. Her father is a chimp researcher and has saved a group of chimps in the Chimp Pool. Without him, chimps would be extinct. 

Little does Eva know, but soon she will be closer to chimps than ever... 

“She felt a sudden surge of happiness, of contentment to have awakened on such a perfect morning. It was like being born again. A morning like the first morning of the world.” -Eva. I like this quote because it ties into Eva’s daily life but also has a deeper meaning.

This book is different than any I’ve ever read before. This book is a truly amazing tale of bonding, acceptance, and who people are on the inside. Eva is an inspiring novel with an alarming twist at the beginning, but I found myself rather attached to this book once I got the feel of the story!

If you liked the Animorph series, this might be the right book for you! It has the same witty charm and Eva shares some of the same story elements as Animorphs, and it is just as good. 

If you like Rhyme Schemer then I strongly recommend this book for you because the main character is telling the story like what Kevin did in Rhyme Schemer and as the title says Greg tells the story through his diary like what Kevin does with his notebook.

You would like this book if you are someone who likes to read realistic fiction books or enjoys reading about a life of a kid who often gets into trouble. This book is filled with adventure, funny events, friendship, and a whole lot of trouble.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid DOG DAYS is a book that makes you feel like you are really reading a diary because the author gives a lot of details about Greg and also even includes Greg’s secrets. The book even has stickman sketches and a handwriting that look’s like a kid’s. I would rate this book a 5/5 because of how well the author make you feel like you are reading Greg’s diary.

When Friendship Followed Me Home by Paul Griffin follows the main character, Ben, a former foster kid as finds friendship that has been hiding right in front of his face. In the form of the sweet and caring librarian’s daughter, and a scruffy stray dog with a great talent for helping people, Ben embarks on a journey to tell a story, and find friends. This isn’t just a realistic fiction novel, it’s a story of the loss of loved ones, friendships that change lives, and finding a home where you truly belong. 

     When Friendship Followed Me Home has the themes and symbolism shown in Rhyme Schemer, the new relationships of Because of Winn-Dixie, and the deep meaning and struggle like in Out of My Mind. If you are a reader who likes to dive into the many layers of a deep and meaningful book, you would love this one, but be ready to get very emotional. 

     Each part brings new, important, meaning to the story. It has a good balance of joy, sorrow, and every emotion in between. Each chapter brings new feelings.

Perfect.

     I would for sure rate this story 6 out of 5 stars because of the amazing craft moves, themes, and exciting events that fill the pages.

You should really consider reading When Friendship Followed Me Home. It is everything a good story needs to be, and much, much more.

-Nicole

You will like this book if you are the kind of reader who really enjoys reading realistic fiction about kids who are different. If you liked the book Out of my Mind, you will love this book. I rate this book ★★★★★ out of 5 stars because it is just so descriptive and so good. It is one of the books that once you start reading it, you can’t put it down and you just want tho keep your nose in it until it is over.  This is probably one of the best books I have ever read and the type of book that makes people who don’t read want to read more. In other words, READ THIS BOOK!

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     Sophie is a 12 year-old girl who skipped grades, doesn't feel comfortable with her family and doesn't really like socialising with people. The reason for this? Well, she's a telepath. Someone who can read people's minds. She even thinks that she's not a human! That’s crazy right? Sophie also thinks that no one knows her secret and that no one will ever know her secret. But is she right?

      One day, she meets a mysterious boy named Fitz, who is also a telepath and learns the shocking truth about herself. She’s an elf! Everything in her life is starting to change which includes Sophie to leave her human family and go “home”. But not everyone is thrilled that she’s back home. Sophie struggles at her new “home”. How will Sophie overcome this pressure?

But Sophie still has secrets, that she doesn't even know about. 

Why are they kept hidden? What are those secrets? Why does she have so many secrets? Will these secrets change her life forever? All will be revealed in the series: The Keeper Of The Lost Cities

     

      I rate this book 5/5 stars because it was the most amazing book I have ever read. This book is science-fiction, fantasy and, mystery, so if you like these genres, you will definitely like this book. This book also talks about how important friendship and family is. If you read this book and like it, you should read the rest of the series: Book 2: Exile, Book 3: Everblaze, Book 4: Neverseen and Book 5: Lodestar. This series is still ongoing so, even I don't even know what's going to happen! You will like this book if you are the kind of reader who likes/loves books that have one plot to start with but that plot leads to a bigger plot.

Keeper Of The Lost Cities Book 1:

Do you ever feel like it would be awesome to have your birthday every day? Well,maybe you would,but Amanda wouldn’t. For the first time in their lives, she and Leo are having separate parties. All because of their tenth birthday,where they learned once you say the words,you say them and they’re out. 

Birthdays should be a happy time of the year. But not for Amanda this year. Instead,she’s going to be in an itchy costume and tight shoes that blister her feet. Leo,on the other hand, is having a big birthday bash with a hypnotist,a giant lizard,a rock band and a football star! UNFAIR!!!! Amanda’s looking forward to the day after her birthday so she can forget about Leo and the fight which explains why they had separate parties.  

There’s just one problem:Tomorrow is her birthday too. And the next day and the next day and the next day. Then,Amanda discovers this is happening to Leo too. How do they stop it? They get help from an unexpected person.

This book is a birthday cake mix with realistic fiction flavoured cake and fantasy icing. If you like that type of cake,this book is for you. 

I loved this book and I hope you will too. Enjoy reading!

 

Hello, this is Yuzo, and today I will be introducing a life changing mystery book. Do you like mystery? If you do, then read Red kayak. Red Kayak is an amazing book that will change your life, and every single choice that you make. This book includes many different obstacles that Brady has yet to face, and some scenes that will melt your heart. This awesome book talks about the fatal choices that the main character faces, and of course, how they deal with these choices. As this book goes on, Brady has to make a decision. A decision that could possibly end his friendship forever. Should he choose friendship, or honesty? The shocking answer lies upon the heart racing book. I would rate this book a 5 stars, because it has full of ups and downs, and every moment of the book will overlap with every thump of your heartbeat. Read this heart shredding, yet pulsing story, and get ready to enter a land beyond all imaginations...

Will’s problems start on the choosing day, a day where the path of their lives is determined. Will is seen as a wimp to both the reader and the knight that Will wants to be apprenticed to, but later in the book, Will scales the king’s castle to ask him to admit him to Battleschool. But the king is not alone. A ranger, one of the most mysterious people in the land is standing there, awaiting Will’s arrival. And what’s more, he knows who Will is.

Will accepts Halt’s, the ranger, offer to be his apprentice. Will is a very timid character at first, but with Halt’s mentorship and the friendship of his other orphan friends, Will adopts a unique personality and a stunning set of new skills. 

 

Finally becomes strong enough to face a Wargal, one of the scariest creatures in the land. With the help of his mentor and friends, and with the knowledge that he isn’t alone, Will grows into a complex, independent character.

 

I believe that The Ruins of Gorlan belongs alongside Eragon by Christopher Paolini. Both books are fantasy, with companionship and friendship that will keep you on the edge of your chair until the end. 

Read this 5-star book!

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Second, readers get a peek at Kevin’s home life and soon realize that the bully at school is bullied at home by his older brothers and in many ways ignored by his busy parents.

 

Finally, readers discover that, in many ways, Kevin was waiting for someone to pay attention to him. Thankfully, Kevin receives attention from a kind-hearted character who seesKevin for who he really is including his skills in poetry and helps him to share his talents.

 

I believe that RHYME SCHEMER belongs alongside Crossover by Kwame Alexander. Both books are written in cool poetry forms that make you want to keep reading.... at a pace similar to rapid fire on a page.   

Read this 5-star book to understand that reference, and ENJOY

Then, things happen and things change and Annabelle goes on an adventure learning new things that only she knows about. There is someone Annabelle meets and this person changes Annabelle and is why everything goes even more wild. Annabelle has many difficult moments and her friendship with a amazing person is the reason why good things happen. Annabelle is a good role model and she was a very good and heroic person knowing that she can make changes and she must make changes before the town goes into total chaos. 

This book will change your life and the way you think about people just like Kevin from Rhyme Schemer who was a bully but then something and someone triggers normal Kevin. The same thing happens to Annabelle and she changes and she deserves to be remembered. “This book will shred your heart but Annabelle’s bravery will put it back together,” was a quote on the back of the book and I honestly think that is true. 

After all, Wolf Hollow is a book many people should read and if you want something sad, happy, and awesome, Wolf Hollow is the best five star book just for you! (yes I did use the bold letter thing from Nathan's Booked script)

 Seth and his sister Kendra is being hunted by the society of the evening star because they found out that Kendra was fairykind so they moved to their grandparents house and noticed that one of the 3 helpers were a spy for the society! They found out who the spy is but couldn't stop the person, he/she took every one to the dungeon but Seth and Kendra escaped. They came back for their family but didn't know how to rescue them. Seth wanted to go after the artifact so they can use the artifact to fight but realised he needed to defeat the revenant then he used the courage potion to counter the fear. Will Seth take down the revenant? will they save their family? You'll have to read the book to find out. 

 If you liked the Percy jackson / The Olympians series you will definitely like Fablehaven because it has a lot of mythology, action, and adventure! If you like to read fantasy and adventure books this is the book for you! This book teaches you the lesson of family first because Seth and Kendra will not save themselves first but will try to save their family first.

This book is AWESOME. There is 5 books in the series make sure you start with the first. Fablehaven, Rise Of The Evening Star, Grip Of The Shadow Plaque, Secrets Of The Dragon Sanctuary, Keys To The Demon Prison

If you have been looking for a book for a long time, or your peers and or teachers are pushing you to read, even if you don't want to! I know that feeling. I used to hate reading, I thought it was boring, pointless. But when my friends recommended this book for me, it impacted my heart. 

As you are reading this book, you will start to feel for the main, and side characters, for what they experience throughout their lives. And to top it off, you will learn a valuable lesson in the end.

The main character, Nick, wants to become a professional soccer player, but as his dad loves words so much, and his parents are having personal problems, so he is having a lot of trouble achieving his goal. Him and his friend, Coby, used to practice soccer every day, but since they became separated on two different teams, they started to practice less often. 

Nick starts to like a girl, but only two people can tell. One of them, is the librarian. He understands Nick in a unique way that starts to create an important connection between the two, but when Nick finds out that he is leaving the school, he is left heartbroken. I feel that this book belongs alongside Rhyme Schemer. Both books are written in cool poetry forms that make you want to keep reading!

- Nikhil B.

The main problem in this book is that since the book is still in the Other World, they cannot use the book to go back. So, they have no way to exit the Fairytale World, and they need to go back. Alex and Conner go looking for the ingredients for The Wishing Spell, which can teleport them back home, wiTh just a simple wish. However, an evil figure is also trying to find all the ingredients, for evil purposes. If she succeeds, the Fairytale World is in danger.

I rate this book ⅘ stars, the book is really intriguing, and I could not put this story down! However, I feel like there needed to be more detail in the problem, resolution, and the climax. If you enjoyed the series Fablehaven by Brandon Mull, the characters are very similar, and the story is just as intriguing. Overall, this was a really great fantasy read, and I recommend the book to all of you!

Miranda faces twists and turns in this unbelievable story to try to get her friend back, and to find out who has been leaving all those notes. I rate this book a 4 ½ out of 5 because I really enjoyed the suspense in the book and how your mind keeps changing its ideas because of all the different clues and hints it’s giving. However, you also play a role in the book as Miranda sometimes refers to you and says things like how she thinks about the letter you asked her to write, as if referring to you as the note writer. It’s a cool way of writing a book, but it was kind of confusing at the beginning on who Miranda was speaking to.

I recommend this book if you are reader that liked the Percy Jackson Series, The Hunger Games Series, The Heroes of Olympus Series and/or the Seven Wonders Series. If you finished and liked the Fablehaven series and haven’t read any of the serieses that I just mentioned, READ THEM! I personally think it is a story that makes your heart beat fast. It has scary moments, action packed moments, touching moments, and much more. This book includes life lessons of family first, having courage, dealing with mental and physical conflict, and responsibility.

I give this book a 5/5 star rating! AMAZING! THIS IS A MUST READ FOR YOU FANTASY READERS OUT THERE!

*Remember, if you finished the first book, there’s 4 more books in the series!

Pax is a wonderful caring fox that it is time to let go to the wild forest because of an upcoming war.  Pax’s carer, Peter and his dad never wanted to let Pax go alone, worried how he could survive in the wild all alone.  But war is coming and Peter’s dad has to start preparing for the dreading moment and eventually made Pax go. When Peter is staying with his grandfather about to start a new school year, he realizes that he made a terrible mistake of leaving Pax far away from his true home, here with Peter.  But Peter can’t get him back, can he? Or can he?  Peter packs a survival pack and map in hand.  This map tells him he needs to travel 300 miles to reach his destination of where he left Pax.  Peter feels confident, scared, terrified about everything but he’s determined to make sure he stays on his mission and find his Pax.  

I rate this book 5 stars because it’s very emotional and all the characters in the book are special to the book in its own way.  I also loved the lesson in this book. What’s the lesson, the final ending when Peter makes a hard decision. Read this book Pax to eventually find out the story of Pax.