February 1st, 2007
Summary: The summer that Hattie turns twelve, she meets the childlike uncle she never knew and becomes friends with a girl who works at the carnival that comes to Hattie’s small town.
Review By Azza: This is the first book that actually made me cry because it has real meaning. It is one of the best well-written books I have ever read. Each person should and must read this book. It’s style of writing is amazing and fluent. I recomend it to everybody who loves to read. It is astonishing! 10/10
February 1st, 2007
Summary: As further evidence of his family’s bad fortune which they attribute as a curse, Stanley Yelnats is sent to a hellish correctional camp in the Texas desert where he finds his first real friend, a treasue, and a sense of himself.
Review: I enjoyed reading this book. It was fun. I don’t really have anything to say about it. It’s a book that sometimes, will help you enjoy your independent reading book and enjoy reading a book. 8/10
February 1st, 2007
Summary: After the mutant Erasers abduct the youngest member of their group, the “birdkids” who are a result of genetic experimentation, take off in pursuit and find themselves struggling to understand their own origins and purpose.
Review by Michelle Rinker: This was one of the most exciting YA books that I read this year! The main character, Maximum Ride is smart, strong-willed and extemely brave; standing up to some of the creepiest villains ever- the Erasers. The story will keep you on the edge of your seat- a guaranteed wild ride! 9/10
February 1st, 2007
Summary: After her mother leaves home suddenly, thirteen-year old Sal and her grandparents take a car trip retracing her mother’s route. Along the way, Sal recounts the story of her friend Phoebe, whose mother also left.
Review By Azza: I could not put this book down not even for five minutes. I have always loved Sharon Creech’s writting because she is so descriptive in her writting and the style of her writting is amazing. You must read it before you die! Love it! 9./10
February 1st, 2007
Summary: The lives of Darren and Harkat are at risk as they face monstrous obstacles on a desperate quest to the Lake of Souls. Book 10 in the Cirque du Freak series.
Review: This book is waiting to be reviewed.
February 1st, 2007
Summary: Now a high school junior, Smantha tries to decide whether to continue dating David, the President’s son, as she juggles a real job, art lessons, and a trip to Camp David for Thanksgiving.
Review by Moon-Young: I enjoyed reading this book. It had a few nasty parts but Meg Cabot made it possible to know exactly how Samantha felt like. 7/10
February 1st, 2007