Modest Medusa: Season 1 by Jake Richman

Modest Medusa: Season 1 by Jake Richman

Reviewed by Molleigh R.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

When Jake finds a 5-year old Medusa who acts like age16,loves chcocodilas (chocolate Twinkies),and Pokémon, it starts a wild adventure of a XXX box, being locked out, and late night video game releases. What happens when Mrs. Medusa wants her daughter back?

The book was hilarious. My favorite part is when the chainsaw unicorn attacks Jake, medusa, Mariah (Jake's niece), and Charles's (who lives downstairs). Another part is when Jake puts a "don't pee on the Medusa" sign on the door because Medusa sleeps in the bathroom. I loved this book so much. This is like several books I read before.

Take the author's rating: poop jokes and smoking mermaids. 

The Pregnancy Project by Gabby Rodriguez with Jenna Glatzer

The Pregnancy Project by Gabby Rodriguez with Jenna Glatzer 

Reviewed by Selena N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

It was about a girl named gabby that did a project on being pregnant.

I liked that she decided to do her own project on being pregnant. I liked how she described what happened in her past with her family being pregnant. I liked how she described what happened to her through the project. One unique thing is it shows what this person had to go through to do this project.

Yes I would recommend this book to anyone who likes nonfiction books. One reason why is because it's shows what this girl really went through when doing this project. It also shows what happened with her family with there pregnancy. 

The Face on the milk carton by Caroline B. Cooney

The Face on the milk carton by Caroline B. Cooney

Reviewed by Selena N.

Rating: 4/5-Loved it

This book is about Janie trying to figure out if she was kidnapped.

I liked that the author was descriptive. I liked how she describes what Janie daydreams. Another thing I liked was how the author describes what each character was like. One thing that stands out to me is that Janie is trying to figure out if she was really kidnapped or not. I liked how the author described what Janie and her mother did together.

Yes I would recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries. One reason is because it's is very interesting to see what Janie has go to through. 

Final Crisis by Morrison Jones Mahnke

Final Crisis by Morrison Jones Mahnke

Reviewed by Molleigh R.

Rating: 4/5-Loved it

When Darkside takes control of earth, the retired superheros reunite. When Wonder Woman spreads a deadly disease, the green lanterns in a panel universe, and most part of the "anti-life" or missing, who will save earth?

The book I read was gory, but not a lot. the ending was really confusing and took a while to figure out. The pictures were really good, although the book skipped quickly to one story to another. The plot was fast paced and a bunch of action. In other words, it rocked.    

The book is good for 8 graders. Lots of beloved heroes (batman, Martian manhunter, black canary,etc..) die. There are lots of swear words, too.

Profiles in Courage by John F. Kennedy

Profiles in Courage by John F. Kennedy

Reviewed by Jason P.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

volume of short biographies describing acts of bravery and integrity by eight United States Senators throughout the Senate's history.

The book focuses intensely on mid 19th century antebellum America and the efforts of Senators to delay the Civil War. Profiles was widely celebrated and became a best seller. John F. Kennedy is credited as its author, but there are credible allegations that most of it was the work of his speechwriter, Theodore Sorensen.

I would recommend this book to ANYONE planning to take AP United States History! (High School Students) 

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Reviewed by Selena N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

About surviving in district 12. Katniss and peeta trying to survive the hunger games.

I liked how this book was very descriptive. This book went into detail on what katniss had to wear in the interviews. One unique thing is that katniss volunteers for her sister prim. I liked how it was adventurous. I liked how this book was creative.

Yes I would recommend this book to others. I would recommend this book to any one who likes adventure.

It's Raining Cupcakes by Lisa Schroeder

It's Raining Cupcakes by Lisa Schroeder 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

It's about this girl named Isabel and her and her mom is in a bake off and the finalists are going to be flown to New York and they can bring one parent.

It's a good book I didn't dislike anything. This book is very unique. Nothing stands out in this book. I do not have a favorite quote. This book is not like any others I've read.

I would recommend this to whoever likes baking because this book is all about baking. 

My Little Goodnight Bible

My Little Goodnight Bible 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

It's about little stories from the bible and they can get read to at night

This is a very good book don't dislike anything and it's unique and it's like the real bible just shorter.

I would recommend this to adults with kids younger then 7 years old so they can read it to them 

Hannah Montana the Movie the Inside Scoop by Lara Bergen

Hannah Montana the Movie the Inside Scoop by Lara Bergen 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 1/5 Didn't like it at all

It's about Miley Cyrus's life and how she played her character.

I didn't like it there's nothing unique about it. It's like the book Miley Cyrus.

Wouldn't recommend this book to anyone because she's not like that anymore.  

Miley Cyrus by Katie Franks

Miley Cyrus by Katie Franks 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 1/5-I didn't like it at all

It's ok it would be a book for younger girls it's about Miley Cyrus and her old life.

I didn't like the book at all and this book isn't unique. Nothing stands out in this book.

I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone because this was her old self not her new self. 

Flush by Carl Hiaasen

Flush by Carl Hiaasen

Reviewed by Harrison S.

Rating: 4/5-Loved it

Someone is dumping waste in the Florida keys and Noah Underwood is going to try to stop him

I really respect the decisions and actions of Noah, in helping to keep marine life safe. I enjoyed reading this book, however, the first few chapters were "slow moving". Noah is very close in age to myself and respects wildlife, as I do. His actions show how anyone is able to help in making our planet a better place. "Hoot" was very similar to "Flush"; another book by the same author that I had read this past school year.

I would definitely recommend this book to others, especially, my closest friends. Wildlife is very important to us and want to help protect it in anyway we can-this book is very inspiring.

The Hunger Games Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

Reviewed Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

It's the most amazing series ever it's like the first one but petah and katness have to go back in the hunger games and they didn't want to go back.

I liked every word in the book. I didn't dislike anything. There's a lot of unique stuff in this book. There's not really anything that stands out though. I don't have a favorite quote. It's not like any other books I have read.

I would recommend this series to whoever loves adventurous books because it's very adventurous.  

Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

It was the best book ever it's about this boy and girl and they have very good imaginations and they imagine this land and they make this whole world basically.

I loved every single thing about this book is so unique it's totally not like any other book I have read.

I would recommend this book to whoever likes detailed books or whoever likes adventurous books. 

Stuart Little by E.b. White

Stuart Little by E.b. White 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating : 2/5-It was ok

This book is ok it's about this mouse that's finally found a family to take care of him. 

It's ok I really don't like it that much and this book is not like any others I have read this book isn't really unique but it was ok.

I wouldn't recommend this book because this book got boring. 

James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl

James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 2/5-It was ok

It's a sort of a good book but it's about James and he lived with his aunts and they treated him very badly and then one day he seen an old man and he gave him a bag of green little worms and James dropped the bag and all the green worms all in the ground and some worms went into the peach and the peach grew before his eyes.

What I liked about this book is they gave many details and they had the animals in the book too. This book is so unique and it's not like others I read.

I would recommend this to people who like adventure because this book is very adventurous.  

Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'dell

Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'dell 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 2/5-It was ok

It's about this girl who's brother got eaten by wild dogs on an island and they were the only two but now it's just her and so she has to survive.

This book was ok I disliked it because her brother got eaten by wild dogs and it's sad.

I would recommend this to whoever likes sad books. 

Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2 by Dannah Phirman & Danielle Schneider

Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2 by Dannah Phirman & Danielle Schneider

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

It's such a good book it's about this family of dogs and they go to a dog park and one of the puppies gets lost and they have to find the puppy but before that the puppies owners got evicted from there house.

This book is like the first and third book but a little different and this book is unique.

I would recommend this to who ever likes dogs.  

Charlottes Web by E.b. White

Charlottes Web by E.b. White

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 4/5-Loved it

It's such a good book it's about a girl who loves a pig so much and that pig is a runt and her father is going to kill it read and find out what's next.

This is a good book not like any others I read and this book is very unique.

I recommend this to whoever likes action because there is a lot of action in the book and whoever loves pigs. 

Old Yeller by Fred Gipson

Old Yeller by Fred Gipson

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

It's so sad but then a really great book these 2 little boys live on a farm with there mom and dad and there dad goes away for a job (think). Then the youngest boy finds a dog and wants to keep him.

I loved everything about the book I didn't dislike anything it was amazing and i think this book is not like any other books I have read but it's very unique.

I would recommend this book who ever likes dogs and who ever likes dogs. 

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5\5-Amazing

I loved this book so much it's about these kids ages 12-18 if they get picked they have to go into this thing called the hunger games where u have to stay alive and try not to die.

I loved it I did not dislike anything about this book it's the most amazing book ever.

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes action. 

I am number four by Pittacus Lore

I am number four by Pittacus Lore

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

This book is so good it's about this guy who basically has powers and he fights off aliens and he is the only one on earth and his dog.

I think this book is very unique it is not like any other book I read I love this book there is nothing I dislike.

I would recommend this to my sisters and brothers. 

Judy Moody and the not Bummer Summer by Megan McDonald

Judy Moody and the not Bummer Summer by Megan McDonald 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating 4/5-Loved it

It's about Judy moody and she wants to have a awesome summer but her 2 best friends go away for the summer and then she thinks of the most brilliant plan.

I liked the whole book I didn't dislike anything. This book is not like any others I have read and I don't think this book is that unique.

I would recommend this book to a couple of my friends.  

Rewind by Jan Page

Rewind by Jan Page

Reviewed by Fionnuala M.

Rating: 4/5-Loved it

Liam is playing drums with his band in a battle of the bands when a loose light falls on his head and sends him into a coma. While he is in the coma, he travels back in time and watches the events leading up to his parent's participation in battle of the bands, as well as the events leading up to the drummer's death. He has to decide if he wants to leave the past the way it is, or mess it up and possibly cancel out his existence.

I liked how the actions in the book seemed to mirror each other, with the past and present appearing stranglely similar. I was also happy to note that the book's ending wasn't entirely happy, more bittersweet, which mad for a nice change. This book also enplaoys great plot twists.

I would recommend this book to anyone in middle or high school.

Dracula: The Graphic Novel adapted by Gary Reed

Dracula: The Graphic Novel adapted by Gary Reed

Reviewed by Molleigh R.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

When Jonathan Harker accidentally brings home Dracula, the monster wreaks havoc all over England, killing innocent people, including Lucy and Captain Swales, trusted friends, and biting Mina, Jonathan's fiancée. Now Arthur, Lucy' s husband, Jonathan, Mina, and Quincy must stop Dracula, fast!

This book as excellent. It had drama and mystery, just what any book needs. I also liked on how less bloodshed was spite the cover character. The pictures were beautiful. I couldn't put it down.

I think kids in THIS summer reading club should read this. I'm making like a banana and SPILT!

Insurgent by Veronica Roth

Insurgent by Veronica Roth

Reviewed by Gabby R.

Rating: 3/5-I liked it

With her parents and most of her faction dead, Tris must fight for her life and try to find the information her parents died trying to protect.

I liked that the main character is around my age but she is so strong because she has fight for her parent's life and her own.

I would recommend this to anyone who has read Divergent or the Hunger Games trilogy.

Big Time Audition by Scott Fellows

Big Time Audition by Scott Fellows

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rated: 2/5-It was ok

It's about how the big time rush crew got together and how they became famous.

This book was ok I think it can give a little more information about how they got together.

I would recommend this book to who ever is a fan of big time rush. 

There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow by Lucille Colandro

There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow by Lucille Colandro 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 2/5-It was ok 

It is about this lady she swallowed a pipe, some coal, some snow, a stick, a scarf, a hat then hiccuped and hiccuped and pooped out a read the story to find out.

This is a really good book to read around Christmas and to a younger person. I sort of liked it but there was some stuff I didn't like because she couldn't really swallow all that stuff.

I would like to recommend this to anyone for 4th grade and younger. 

Christmas Mice by Bethany Roberts

Christmas Mice by Bethany Roberts 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 4/5-Loved it

There is a family of mice and they set up there Christmas tree and decorate it and the living too. Then the go out and sing Christmas Carols and then they come back and they find something.

This is a perfect book to read to a younger sibling and they will love all the surprises in the book. I don't dislike anything. 

I would recommend this to anyone who has a younger sibling. 

It's a Butterfly's Life by Irene Kelly

It's a Butterfly's Life by Irene Kelly 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 3/5-Liked it

It's a perfect book for people who like butterflies because it's all about butterflies and their life and their life cycle. 

It's a really good book to read to a 3rd grader. I liked it but the way they put it in the sentences it's just too weird.

I would recommend this to all 3rd graders. Because in third grade they learn about butterfly's and caterpillars. 

The Littlest Elf by Brandi Dougherty

The Littlest Elf by Brandi Dougherty

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 2/5-It was ok

It's a perfect book to read to a younger sibling or a your little cousin. It's a very cute book too. This is a good book to read around Christmas time. 

What I liked about it is I could relate to it because I'm short and that I can't do a lot of things. I didn't dislike the book at all. What makes this book unique is that it's about an elf and a reindeer.

I would recommend this book to my younger cousin. Because she loves books about Santa and stuff like that. 

Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell

Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell

Reviewed by Gabby R.

Rating: 3/5-Liked it

Cather and Wren, twins starting their freshman year in college, are nothing alike. Though Cather is introverted and quiet and Wren is outgoing and flirtatious, the two grow to appreciate their differences after a series of events that helps them to see who they really are.

I liked this book because it shows how the characters overcame hardships and differences. Though the situations aren't real, they could be. The author describes how the two sisters got over their own problems in completely different ways. 

I would recommend this to anyone in my age group or older . There is humor and romance that will appeal to most.

Milia's Big Day by Thea Feldman

Milia's Big Day by Thea Feldman

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 2/5-It was ok

It was a very informal text. It's was all about zebras and there everyday thing it was about 1 zebra waiting for her turn to watch over the heard to make sure they don't get hurt when they are sleeping and then she heard something in the grass see what happens next and what she does.

What I liked about the book is that it's about zebras. What I disliked about this book is that the only had short paragraphs it didn't give that much information.

I would recommend this to 2 of my friends because they love the information and they love learning. 

The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg

The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 3/5-Liked it

The book is like the movie. The way they punched the tickets was a good thing to do for the book.

What I liked about the book is that there's a lot of details. What I disliked about the book is that when they wrote it is on one side of the page the book is not like any others that I know.

I probably only recommend this book to a couple of my friends because it's a detailed book and my friends like detailed books. 

The Nutcracker by Susan Jeffers

The Nutcracker by Susan Jeffers

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

Rating: 5/5-Amazing

 

It was about this girl named Marie and a boy named Fritz and Marie got 3 presents and Fritz only got 1 and Fritz got jealous and threw up one of Marie's toys the nutcracker and it dropped and broke the head off read the story to find out the rest of it.

I love this book, it's such a good book. This book is very unique because there are so many details. What stands out in this book is that there is a prince and then something happens with the prince and Marie. 

I would totally recommend this book. I recommend it to anyone who likes fantasy books.

Lucy the littlest puppy by Holly Webb

Lucy the littlest puppy by Holly Webb 

Reviewed by Alejandra N.

5/5-Amazing

It's about this one girl Lauren she has a dog named Bella and she has babies and one puppy which Lauren named Lucy is the runt and she needs hand feeding daily. She's a lot of work and Lauren is doing her best to keep Lucy alive. Read the story to see if she has to give away Lucy with the others. 

What I liked about the book is it's unique. What stands out is there is another boy in the book and I would never thought that there would be a boy in the book. It is not like another book I read.

I would definitely recommend this book because I love it so much and I think I would recommend it to all my friends.       

 

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

Reviewed by Selena N.

5/5-Amazing

Katniss trying to kill President snow. Katniss recovering from the last hunger games.

This book was very creative. I like how the author describes what Katniss went through after the 75th hunger games. The author also described what happens to Peeta, Johanna and Annie after the hunger games. It also describes what the district had to go through. I liked how the author described what they have to do in the district everyday. The book also describes what they have to do in training.

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure books. The author was very descriptive throughout this book. This book is very creative.

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie 

Reviewed by Jason P.

5/5-Amazing

This book is about a teen boy named Junior who has a speech impediment. Junior leaves his troubled school on the rez to attend an all-white farm town high school.

I think it was a perfect book for me because I could relate to it. I think it's awesome how he leaves his old school and goes to a new High School. 

Yes, I would recommend it to students in 8th grade-High School. 

The Library Card by Jerry Spinelli

The Library Card by Jerry Spinelli

Reviewed by Ananda H.

5/5-Amazing

The Library Card, is broken into four parts, the first one is about two boys who are juvenile delinquents, but one is changed when a library card appears. The other story's are just as great.

I thought this was a great book, the different stories are all interesting in their own way. Each one is full of new ideas and show detail and a well developed story line. My favorite story was the one about Brenda, who loves TV, but when her school has a Great TV Turn Off and she must go a a week without TV, the card shows up. This story shows how much we love and rely on TV and computer games, and how they have changed are world.

This is a great book that is well written, and and easy read.

Bad Kitty: School Daze by Nick Bruel

Bad Kitty: School Daze by Nick Bruel

Reviewed by Molleigh R.

5/5-Amazing

This is about when Kitty and Puppy go to school because they are constantly fighting like children. But then things go crazy when the time is full of things like "Story Time" and "Circle Time".

I loved this book because it was funny. The best part was when Kitty gets only Love Love Angle Kitten things for school like crayons ( in pink, light pink, deep pink, reddish pink, and pinkish pink)gym shorts, even bowling balls. The other funny part is when Dr. Lagomorph, a rabbit who thinks he is a supervillan, turns into a rabbit. It is also funny when Puppy paints a famous Washington picture. He also plays Partia in a minor on the recorder.

I think this book is for all ages. It is funny for all ages.    

Esperansa Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan

Esperansa Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan

Reviewed by Ananda H

5/5-Amazing!

Esperansa Rising is about a girl, who's father is a successful farmer in Mexico, but when her father is killed and her world falls apart, Esperansa must try to start over.

This is a great book, what I liked about it is how her life was so perfect in the beginning, and then suddenly changes completely. It shows something that could happen to any of us. It shows what it was like to live in the upper class, in Mexico, as well as the lower class immigrant here. The characters are great and the book is full of interesting details.

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to learn about the past. It is a great book and well written.

Foster Child by Marion Dane Bauer

Foster Child by Marion Dane Bauer

Reviewed by Ananda H.

4/5-Loved it!

This book is about a girl named Renny, who goes into foster care.

The book, Foster Child, is well written, and has great plot. The characters are all unique and interesting. My favorite character was,Karen, who was one of the other children in the foster home, Renny was sent to. One thing that stands out about this book is the bond formed between Renny and Karen. One of my favorite lines in the book is when Renny goes to visit her great grandmother in the hospital and says, when she leaves,"Sleep...sleep in peace."

This is a great book, it show what it would be like to be in a foster child's position. I think anyone who enjoys read about things that could really happen would love it. 

Eragon by Christopher Paolini

Reviewed by: Alex N.

Rating: 5 (Amazing)

Eragon, a simple farm boy, is out hunting in the mountains when he finds a dragon egg. Now he can become one of the famous Dragon Riders of legend. But the evil king, Galbatorix, sees him as a threat and wants him killed. Will Galbatorix succeed? Will Eragon kill him? Read to find out.

The book is a terrific example of modern creative fantasy writing. Mr. Paolini's unique way of looking at magic and especially the extremely creative way that Eragon can interface with his dragon, Saphira, is very refreshing. The characters are well molded. By the end of the book, you can ask yourself almost any question, and know how almost any of the characters would answer it.

I would recommend this book to anyone who loves the intrigue and excitement of the fantasy realm. Magic and adventure abound in this terrific book. (Note: Eragon is the first of the four installments of the Inheritance series by Christopher Paolini.) 

Wherever Nina Lies by Lynn Weingarten

Reviewed by: Fionnuala M.

Rating: 4 (Loved it)

Ellie's sister Nina disappeared 2 years ago, and she has just about given up on finding her when she finds a picture Nina drew with a phone number on it. Using the phone number, she hacks her sister's credid card and sets out on a cross-country trip with the hot guy she just ment who just might have a huge secret just waiting to be found out.

I really loved this book because of the twist. I thought I knew for certain what was going to happen, but what actually did blew me away. And I loved Brad. I feel that a second version should be written from his perspective. He's hilarious.

However, the ending sort of confused me. I wish it had been a little more straightforward. But the ending did have some of the characters saying they were confused. So perhaps I was having an extreme moment of empathy.

Iwas really Impressed with the writer's writing style. She makes you feel like you are there, but not actually there. Just... watching. 

Smile by Raina Telgemeir

Reviewed by: Molleigh R.

Rating: 5 (Amazing)

When 6th - grader Raina knocks her front teeth out, she must go through retainers, dentures, and even dentures in 1980s Chicago to return them to their formal glory. When bully troubles, friend catastrophes, boy crushes, and even an earthquake stand in her way, she needs serious brainpower to help her in the years to come.

This book is perfect for its realistic events, like the premier of The Little Mermaid, the massive earthquake, the original Nintendo, and Footloose. It was actually based on a true story about the author. It also teaches about getting your ears pierced, headgear, acne, crushes, and frenimies. I loved the part when Rania meets Teresa and her friends. I also like the part when she stands up to a bully who makes fun of her brace materials and calls her a dog breath.

This is a book for all ages. Period.  

Amelia's 6th Grade Notebook by Marissa Moss

Reviewed by: Alejandra N.

Rating: 2 (It was ok)

  

It was about a girl going into middle school.It was pretty hard for here at first but she had this one mean teacher and then her sister goes to the same middle school and she doesn't like it that way.

What I liked about this book is because it's like my point of view but it's just me and my brother.What I disliked about this book is that it's really confusing because there's writing everywhere and you don't know where to read from.The only reason this book stood out was because I'm going into 6th grade and my brothers going into 8th grade.

I would recommend this book.I would recommend it to 5th graders going into middle school or 6th graders that are struggling in school. 

Looking For Alaska by John Green

Reviewed by: Gabby R.

Rating: 4 (Loved it)

This book was about a boy, Miles, who had gone off to boarding school in his junior year. He meets a girl named Alaska who shows him how to live on the wild side. Though she has a boyfriend, Miles can't help but fall in love with the wild, care-free girl. Behind Alaska's cool and collected attitude, she has her own baggage. On the anniversary of Alaska's mother's death, Alaska had been drinking and decided to go for a drive to the cemetery. That night changed everyone's life.

I liked this book because, first of all, John Green is my favorite author. In all of his books, not just this one, he takes a semi- real life situation and adds humor and a little romance to make readers feel better. The endings, however, aren't sugar coated. That is what I loved about this book. Rather than the dorky guy ending up happily with the beautiful, mysterious girl, the ending takes a turn for the worse.

I would recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of John Green because it reflects his other stories. I would also recommend this to anyone who enjoys romance and humor. 

13 Reasons Why by Jay Asher

Reviewed by Gabby R.

Rating: 3 (Like it)

A girl, Hannah Baker, had recently committed suicide. She made 9 audio tapes and a list of 13 people who contributed to her suicide. A boy, Clay Jensen was on the list and he listened to every single tape, trying to figure out why she did it and how he was a part of it.

I liked this book because there was a lot of truth. At the very beginning, Hannah says flat out that she isn't going to sugar coat anything. What stood out in this book to me was that there wasn't any romance or happiness in the world outside of the tapes. Clay was miserable, as was everyone else who had listened to Hannah's story. In the tapes, though some parts were morbid and depressing, Hannah described feeling happy in the first few tapes, before she finalized her decision.

I would recommend this book to anyone who has dealt with suicide or feels that someone they know is on the verge. This book tells some of the warning signs to watch out for. Also, the book doesn't try to sugar coat the reality of suicide. 

Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell

Reviewed by Gabby R.

4 (Loved it)

This book is about 2 outcasts who meet on the schoolbus one day. They don't fall in love instantly. In fact, they can't stand each other. One day, however, Park shows Eleanor an act of kindness regardless of all the bullying from other kids. From that moment, the two are inseperable.

I liked that over time, Eleanor & Park grew to look past each others' flaws and what others said about them. Because of that ability, they had an epic love story at a young age that came to an abrupt end. This book isn't like any other book I've read before because the plot isn't composed of cliches. The girl, ugly in her own eyes, and the "weird Asian" kid didn't feel love at first sight. They had to overcome personal problems before they could see they were right for each other.

I would recommend this book to any girl or boy in my age group. Since the story alternates between the boy and the girl's point of view, I feel it would be easy for anyone to relate to. 

Planet Middle School by Nikki Grimes

Reviewed by Alejandra N. 

4 (Loved it)

This book is about a girl that has a crush on boy and she changes her whole outside for him and her and her best friend gets in a fight find out what happens after the fight.

What I liked about this book I liked is that there all friends and nothing can separate them. What stands out is that one girl KeeLee is a pastors daughter but no one else in this book is a Christian. This is not like another book I have read.

I would definitely would recommend this book. I would recommend this book to all of my friends because were all close like Jake , KeeLee , glory , and Joylin.

Divergent by Veronica Roth

Reviewed by Molleigh R.

5 (Amazing)

When 16 - year old Beatrice changes fractions, she finds friends and enemies. What will happen when she meets 18 - year old Four?

This book lacked comedy, it was adventurous, mysterious, and had me on the edge of my seat. It described what it is like to nearly drown, be attacked, and what it's like to be away from home. It was surprising, stunning, and romantic. Everything was described in great detail. It was utterably amazing and epic.

This book is for ALL teens. It will make you laugh, cry and smile. It will also teach you the meaning of bravery. 

Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

Reviewed by Selena N.

5 (Amazing)

The book is about the 75th hunger games quarter quell. It's also about how the districts are have a uprising.

I liked how the author was descriptive. I like this book because of how it is adventurous. I don't like how the president announced the 75th quarter quell. I didn't like how the author made katniss drink with haymitch. One thing that make this book unique is how this book is very descriptive and the outfit katniss wears.

Yes I recommend this book to anyone who likes adventures books. The reason is because this book is a adventure or an action book is because of how the characters should survive. 

The Fault In Our Stars by John Green

Reviewed by Jaylene G.

5 (Amazing)

This novel is about a sixteen year old who was diagnosed with stage 4 thyroid cancer at the age of 13, which then spread to her lungs. Hazel then meets another cancer patient at support group and falls in love at first sight (sort of).

I loved this book because the female lead knows that she is dying and cant help it. The only thing I did not like was the amount of times John Green had used the word "said" after someone had just finished talking. One of my favorite quotes is " Okay? Okay." This book shows lots of emotions and feelings.

I would recommend this novel to anyone who likes to read books with a female lead and loves a great thrill. I almost could never guess what was going to happen next.

Divergent by Veronica Roth

Reviewed by Jaylene G.

5 (Amazing)

This book is about a girl who turns sixteen and has to choose her whole life after that year of school is over. After you have chosen your "faction" you must go through the initiation process. During this she meets her male love interest.

I absolutely loved this book. There are two more books in the series that are equally excellent. One of my favorite quotes from the book is " I am divergent and I cant be controlled!" I love this quote because she is not going to give up and she wont let anyone else tell her what to do.

I would recommend this book to any one who like action packed, romance filled love stories. It is a great story.

Invincible Volume 12: Still Standing by Robert Kirkman and Cory Walker 

Reviewed by Molleigh R.

5 (Amazing)

This epic graphic novel is about a boy named Mark who has Superman- like powers. He has to stop Armstrong, an evil scientist, from destroying the world.

This book was extremely graphic due to the amount of bloody violence, swears, and romantic scenes. Otherwise, it is a good book with a great plots. There are happy , sad' funny, scary, and romantic parts. It is excellent with art. This is a book for perfect for hero lovers.

I recommend it to teens ages 15 and up due to what I said in my review Goodbye!