Book Reviews
Book Reviews
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We have reviews from jaw-dropping stories, graphic novels, pamphlets, articles, plus SO much more! Students from our own Blue Mountain Middle School write these reviews from their own literary perspective, with descriptive retellings. These include the basics of these books (i.e. author, title, genre), but also have a detailed review, popularity rank, movie adaptation (if there is one), and other comprehensive things about it.
Hunger Games
Hunger Games
Author: Suzanne Collins
Genre: Action Adventure
When Katniss Everdeen's little sister, Prim, is chosen to compete in the deadly Hunger Games, she feels forced to volunteer in her place. Now Katniss must navigate her way through all the tricks set out by the gamemakers; both inside and outside of the games.
Wonder
Wonder
Author: R.J. Palacio
Genre: Realistic Fiction
New York Times 1# Bestseller, Millions of Copies Sold Worldwide.
Auggie Pullman was born with a facial deformity that will forever change his life. He had to be homeschooled for his whole life, until now. We learn what it is like at school for not only Auggie, but other character each with a different story to tell.
Kane Chronicles: Red Pyramid
Kane Chronicles: Red Pyramid
Author: Rick Riordan
Genre: Egyptian Mythology, Adventure
Popularity: New York Times #1 Bestseller, 630,000 Copies Sold.
Summary: Brother and sister, Carter and Sadie Kane have been living apart since the death of their mother. One fateful night, when both are together, the evil Egyptian god Set is summoned. They must stop him before their time is up. A quest comes upon them, and they face danger, deception, and secrets that will haunt them forever.
The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden
Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett
Genre: Realistic/Historical Fiction, Mystery
Millions of Copies Sold
Summary: Mary's parents recently died, and she is alone with no family but one. Soon, she travels to her uncle's house in England, that's eery and quiet. She's used a world solely about herself. She feels like an outsider, until she meets new unexpected friends. They discover a HUGE secret, and set out to crack the code. However, they face challenges along the way, which they must overcome.
City Spies
City Spies
Author: James Ponti
Genre: Adventure, Friendship, Action
Edgar Award, New York Times Bestseller
Summary: Sara Martinez is a foster child in New York, who is brought into the world of spies, and an even more surprising, family. She is now a part of FARM (which is nothing what it seems), and now is a full fledged spy, living with kids all around the world. It's her first mission, and she has to prove what she has.
Framed
Framed
Author: James Ponti
Genre: Mystery, Adventure, Realistic Fiction
Edgar Award Winner, Written in Twelve Languages
Summary: Twelve year old Florian Bates often uses TOAST (Theory of All Small Things) to help him get adjusted to a new place. However, after he teaches it to his new friend Margaret, they uncover an art heist, and discover just how much TOAST can help you. When the stakes get high, just who can you really trust?
The Chance To Fly
The Chance To Fly
Author: Ali Stroker & Stacy Davidowitz
Genre: Realistic Fiction, Drama
Amazon Best Book of The Year, #1 New Release
Summary: A 13-year old Nat, is a girl in a wheelchair, with big dreams. She recently moved from California to New Jersey, and found something she loves. MUSICALS! She tries out for her new town's production of Wicked, and made new friends along the way. She navigates through the ups and downs of family, friendship, show business, and life.
Lucky Broken Girl
Lucky Broken Girl
Author: Ruth Behar
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Pura Belpre Award
Summary: Ruthie, is a girl from Queens, who hails from Cuba. She loves hopscotch, and her new Go-go boots. One tragic day, she experiences a deadly car crash, and must stay in bed for a year. The readers learn how Ruthie learns, and grows from this experience.
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