Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Ransom Riggs
Rating: It was alright...

When growing up Grandpa Abe would tell Jacob stories of his childhood especially about the peculiar children who were housed in Miss. Peregrine's home. Before his death Grandpa Abe told Jacob to look for the bird at the island that he(Grandpa Abe) grew up in. When Jacob arrives at the island he visits the house were his grandfather and the peculiar children stayed. Soon enough Jacob discovers that his grandfather's stories weren't just fairy tails but real stories that occurred. What if the peculiar children still exist? Will Jacob ever find that bird that his grandfather refers to? This book is one thriller mystery that you have to read.

I would recommend this to: Anyone

Cinder

Cinder

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Marissa Meyer
Rating: Really liked it

This book is not your classical fairy tail. This book combines a fairy tail with a dystopian and science fiction genre. Cinder is suppose to portray Cinderella who lives with her stepmother and her two stepsisters. However Cinder isn't your typical Cinderella instead she is a cyborg whose a mechanic. Cinder faces many challenges such as her stepmother, the disease that is affecting her whole city and the Lunar Queen who wants to reign Earth. Cinder happens to be the one who can save her city. While working along side with Prince Kai and Dr. Erland, Cinder starts to question her true identity. She doesn't remember her biological parents or the tragic accident that led her to become a cyborg. So what is Cinder's true identity?

I would recommend this to: Teens/Adults

Thirteen Reasons Why

Thirteen Reasons Why

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Jay Asher
Rating: It was amazing!

When Clay receives tapes in the mail, his life is about to change. Now these tapes are no ordinary tapes; these tapes are Hannah's where she explains her thirteen reasons that led to her suicide. When reading this book you won't be able to put it down and at the same time you will feel that you can hear Hannah's own voice talking to you when she explains her thirteen reasons. Also, I have to admit there will be tears, not just tears of sadness but tears of happiness for Clay and Hannah. Honestly the author captivates you with a beautifully written story that will make you see life differently.

I would recommend this to: Anyone, especially all teens.

Nectar in a Sieve

Nectar in a Sieve

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Kamala Markandaya
Rating: Really liked it

This book is told from a women's perspective whose name is Rukumani. She tells us her story that took place during the imperialism of the British in India. Throughout the story you will become aware of the many hardships that Ruku and her family had to endure. This book gives you a message of hope, strength in family and people wanting a change in their lives.

I would recommend this to: Acnyone

Eleanor & Park

Eleanor & Park

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Rainbow Rowell
Rating: Really liked it

Who says you're to young to fall in love? It is known that you fall in love in the most unexpected ways. What if it all starts with with a song or the same interest for a comic book. That is how it was for Eleanor and Park. Throughout the novel you will notice how two distinct characters fall in love for one another and the many obstacles they have to overcome in order to be with each other. This is a beautifully written love story that you will never forget.

I would recommend this to: Those who love to read a good romance novel.

Poison

Poison

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Bridget Zinn
Rating: It was amazing!

This book is nothing what I thought it would be like, i actually enjoyed it. After the first two chapters this book had me hooked. I enjoyed the relationship between Kyra and Fred, who at first didn't get along but their feelings towards each other change (;. Also, Kyra is the most wanted criminal in the kingdom however the kingdom doesn't know they are in trouble . Both Kyra and Fred team up to save the kingdom from the evil plot of the princess.

I would recommend this to: Anybody who likes fantasy, romance, and comedy all together

Prodigy

Prodigy

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Marie Lu
Rating: It was amazing!

Both Day and June are refugees from the Republic. The only ones who can help them are the patriots who are the enemies of the Republic. June and Day have to decide if they want to ally with the patriots however their is always a cost...killing the New Elector Primo. However, the more Day and June are involved in the revolution the more suspicious they are about the new Elector. What if the elector isn't what they thought he was, what if he is the chance of their new beginning...

I would recommend this to: anybody who has read Legend

If You Find Me

If You Find Me

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Emily Murdoch
Rating: It was amazing!

I loved If You Find Me; it was the best book I have ever read that was beautifully written. This book takes you in a journey of two girls who try to fit into their new life with their father, and learn the true meaning of family, and friendship.Also, they face many challenges after their mother had abandoned them. Every page I read I felt I was with them especially with Cary. Cary is a very strong character trying to overcome her past and have courage for her future. Also trying to forget the "white star night" that has her sister quiet

I would recommend this to: anyone who enjoys a beautifully written book

Around the World in 80 Days

Around the World in 80 Days

Reviewed By: Karry R.
By: Jules Verne
Rating: Really liked it

This book is about a rich, happy go luck person named Phileas Fogg who everyone thought was a criminal and his helper Passepartout. They accept a challenge to go around the world in 80 days, but while they go he had a lot of obstacles he faced. It is very suspenseful.

I would recommend this to: 

Courage to Run: A Story Based on the Life of Harriet Tubman

Courage to Run: A Story Based on the Life of Harriet Tubman

Reviewed By: Karry R.
By:Wendy Lawton
Rating: It was alright

Setting: On a slave farm, where she worked as a slave, the slave owner was very cruel and didn’t give her much food and sent her to different homes where she was whipped even worse. She started working in the house and then got kicked out into the fields where the work was hard. Characters: Minty, who was a small fearful black slave girl, was the main character with her mom dad sisters and brothers. The slave overseer and plantation owner were also main characters. Conflict: The conflict in the story was Minty’s struggle to decide if she should run away or not. She did run away through the underground railway. But it wasn’t until after she was already an adult. She also came back and helped people escape by using the underground railway. She was one of the most famous slaves ever.

I would recommend this to: someone who likes biographies

The List

The List

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By:Siobhan Vivian
Rating:Really liked it

In the beginning of the school year during the week of homecoming a list is posted around the whole school for everyone to see. No one knows who writes this list, but this list chooses two girls of each grade(9-12), categorizing them from prettiest to ugliest. This book takes you in a journey of the life's of eight different girls who struggle with the judgments of their peers, having confidence and finding their true identity.

I would recommend this to: Any teen girl who likes to read about true life problems

Legend

Legend

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By:Marie Lu
Rating: It was amazing!

Legend is the first book in the Legend series. This book takes you in the world of Day and June where the United States is divided into the Republic and the Colonies. Day is the most wanted criminal in the Republic while June is the adored prodigy. There comes a day when June's brother is killed and she is assigned to search for Day who is the prime suspect. Once she finds Day they both realize that the Republic isn't perfect as it tends to be. Both Day and June work together to figure out what the Republic is hiding away from it's citizens.

I would recommend this to: Anybody who enjoys to read distopian series

Where She Went

Where She Went

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Gayle Forman
Rating: Really liked it

(To point out, in these sequel of "If I Stay", its in the point of view of Adam.) After three years Adam and Mia reunite in New York when Mia was performing for her cello concert, and Adam preparing for his tour. Is this destiny or coincidence? Adam and Mia spend a day together talking about the past and figuring out what will become of there future. Will Mia and Adam give each other another chance? Or will they say there goodbyes and move on from each other forever? Once again Gayle Forman captures us with a beautiful story of love and the struggle of starting a new life.

I would recommend this to: Any body who has read "If I stay"

The Beautiful Between

The Beautiful Between

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Alyssa B. Sheinmal
Rating: It was alright

When she least's expects it Connelly becomes friends with the most popular guy at school, Jeremy. But what she didn't know at first is why is Jeremy starting to talk to her? And she soon realizes that he has a tragic secret of his own and Connelly is the only person who an help him. This book is beautifully written and one that you will soon fall in love with.

I would recommend this to: Anybody of any age who love to read real life problems.

If I Stay

If I Stay

Reviewed By: Ofelia F.
By: Gayle Forman
Rating: It was amazing

If I Stay is an emotionally gripping story with a tradegy. Mia, a 17-year old girl had a normal life like any other teenage girl,a boyfriend and her best friend who was always by her side. She was gifted with a talent to play the cello, and had hopes of going to Julliard after high school. However, her world falls apart on a winter day when her and her family decide to visit a family friend, but get in tragic accident. Mia has lost her family and is now suffering in serious conditions. She realizes that she has the choice to live or die and be with her family. Will Mia stay...or should she go?


I would recommend this to: Anybody who wants to enjoy an amazing book for the summer.

Summer Reading 2014: The Fault In Our Stars

The Fault In Our Stars

Reviewed by: Ofelia F..
By: John Green
Rating: It was Amazing!

All Hazel Grace can think about is dying after being diagnosed of lung cancer when she was 13-years old. Not until her mom sends her to Support Group one afternoon that she realizes she isn't alone. There she meets Augustus Waters the one who will change her life completely. She starts to know the meaning of true friendship and love. "The Fault in our Stars" is a book you won't be able to put down; it will have you hooked from the start to the end.

I would recommend this to: Anyone who wants to read an amazing love story, and having hope within yourself.

Crossed (Teen Read Week 2013)

Crossed
Reviewed by: Ofelia F.
By: Ally Condie
Rating: It was amazing!

In the second book of the series Matched, Cassia flees to the Outer Provinces in search of Ky. She takes many risks throughout her journey, also discovering secrets of her former life.Not only that, but she still has to figure who she wants to be.Is love enough for her to survive?

I would recommend this to: Any person who loves to read dystopian romance.

Matched (Teen Read Week 2013)

Matched
Reviewed by: Ofelia F.
By: Ally Condie
Rating: It was amazing!

What else can you wish for when your society is perfect? When your life is already planned. Well that is what Cassia thought until she finds herself making choices. Will she stick with her match, her best friend Xander? Or with Ky, the boy who's been a mystery? Most importantly will she rebel against her own society? Matched will captivate your interest the moment you start to read it.

I would recommend this to: Any person who loves to read dystopian romance.

The Awakening

The Awakening
By: Michael Carroll
Reviewed by: Wesley, J.,14

Rating:   It was amazing!

"The Awakening" by Michael Carroll is the first of a really great trilogy. Through vaguely following X Men, with twists and turns at every chapter, it leaves you wanting more at the end of the book. After reading through the series 2 times, I've gotten caught into reading it a third. I highly recommend this to people of all ages.

Recommended to: All People

Matched

Matched By: Ally Condie Reviewed by: Belle R., Age 15 Rating: Really liked it  It was really eye opening and fun to read. I also enjoyed it lots. i hope other people  read it  and my friends too. Recommeded to: All people