The Read - a - thon Book Reviews

One Piece

One Piece talks about Luffy, a young adventurer who wants to become a pirate. He sets out on a journey to find the treasure, One Piece, and become king of the pirates. I enjoyed this book a lot, and I would recommend it to people who like graphic novels/manga and adventure stories.

Inside Out & Back Again

I enjoyed reading Inside Out and Back Again a lot. It talks about a girl and her family living in Vietnam, but then having to escape. The book is set in 1975. It also talks about her life after, in America. I like how the author wrote this book in poems. I would recommend this book to everyone.

Hickory Dickory Dock

Hickory Dickory Dock is a book by Agatha Christie that I enjoyed a lot. It talks about odd thefts that are going on at a student hostel, which then turn into murder. I recommend this book to anyone who likes to read murder mysteries.

The Sun is also a Star

The Sun Is Also a Star is a really nice book, and I enjoyed it a lot. It talks about a girl who is an illegal Jamaican refugee, Natasha and an American-Korean boy, Daniel. They meet, and after a bit, they start to fall in love with each other. The only problem is that Natasha has to leave that night and go back to Jamaica. I enjoyed how the book is written, and the chapters are from Natasha’s and Daniel’s points of view. I would recommend this book to everybody who is 12 and above.

City Spies

City Spies is a book that talks about a girl called Sara who is a talented hacker. She gets recruited into a spy group made up of teenagers. Her first mission is in Paris. I enjoyed the book a lot, and I would recommend it to anyone who likes mystery and spy novels.

City Spies: Golden Gate

City Spies: Golden Gate by James Ponti is an exciting sequel that follows Sara and her team of young spies in San Francisco. They have a mysterious mission involving the Golden Gate Bridge. The characters show growth and teamwork, making the story enjoyable. The mix of action, friendship, and humour keeps readers engaged. The fast-paced plot includes surprising twists and vivid descriptions of the city. This book is a fun blend of mystery and adventure. I recommend it to fans of the series and anyone who enjoys exciting spy stories. It's a great read for both younger and older audiences!

City Spies: Forbidden City

City Spies: Forbidden City is about Sara and her friends, who are young spies. They go on a fun adventure in Beijing. The story shows interesting things about the city and keeps you excited. In this book, the team has an important mission. They need to find a special artefact. There are many surprises that make the story very exciting. The characters are interesting, and they work well together as friends. Overall, City Spies: Forbidden City is a great book. It is fun to read about the young spies and their adventures. If you like stories with mystery and excitement, you should read this book!