Category Archives: Young Adult

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Harry Potter and the Order of the Poenix by J.K. Rowling, 2003 As always, the Harry Potter books are well written. The characters are so unique and their personalities really come out in the writing. This particular book was very … Continue reading

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling, 2006 As always, the Harry Potter series is exciting and the many levels of mystery intertwine to keep us wanting more. Each character is well developed and are growing like … Continue reading

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The Mortal Instruments: City of Heavenly Fire

The Mortal Instruments: City of Heavenly Fire by Cassandra Clare I read this book in twenty-four hours. I couldn’t put it down! I laughed, I cried, I was biting my nails! it was awesome. -Kim

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The Truth About Alice

The Truth About Alice by Jennifer Mathieu, 2014 A novel told through multiple points of view about how one rumor can spiral out of control. A great read, especially for high school students, because it shows how one night can change … Continue reading

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Michael Vey: Rise of the Elgen

Michael Vey: Rise of the Elgen by Richard Paul Evans, 2012 I chose this book because my teenage son was reading it and I like to encourages his reading by discussing his books with him. This book is quite good-action … Continue reading

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Wonder

Wonder by R.J. Rallcio, 2012. Wonder is a fantastic book to remind us that no one know the battles others are facing each day and that some times we can be a superhero to someone through simple acts.  Excellent book … Continue reading

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Divergent

Divergent by Veronica Roth, 2012. Clever and well crafted dystopian world.  Well fleshed out characters and society.  This young adult book was quick paced and kept the energy up.  The mystery, danger and forbidden romance were all well done.  I … Continue reading

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Saving CeeCee Honeycutt

Saving CeeCee Honeycutt by Beth Hoffman, 2010. CeeCee Honeycutt is twelve years old and is the caretaker of her psychotic mother since her father, a traveling salesmen, is never around.  After her mother’s tragic death, CeeCee moves from Ohio to … Continue reading

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The Fault in Our Stars

The Fault in Our Stars, by John Green, 2012 I had witnessed many people reading this book by John Green- it was different than I expected. Sad, but even more so because those with cancer had no answer except their ideas … Continue reading

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The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy

The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, 1979 This book is a hilariously fun tour of a universe no one would ever want to visit. Omar

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