Thursday, December 11, 2008
Change of Heart, by Jodi Picoult
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
The Giver, by Lois Lowry
- Reviewed by Marika, grade 9.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The Princess Bride, by William Goldman
- Reviewed by Christina, grade 11.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Nineteen Minutes, by Jodi Picoult
Starting from the first chapter, people jump to conclusions as I did myself. How can this boy, who is barely an adult, even think of committing such a crime that will ruin his future as well as everyone else present at the school? He must be psychotic, have some sort of mental disease, or have no parental guidance. The answer is very complicated and heart breaking, but it can be found within the confines of this brilliant novel about human emotions and sacrifices.
The novel raises many ethical issues familiar to all of us. Jodi Picoult manages to raise awareness as well as deliver a masterpiece that is crucial for people running away from deep understanding of relationships.
Do not read Nineteen Minutes expecting a fast-paced thrill ride, but read this beautiful novel for its subtle take on love that gives hope for a better future rather than a happily-ever-after.
-Reviewed by Sayonika M. Grade 10
Thursday, October 2, 2008
The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho
- Reviewed by Ani M., grade 9.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Atonement, by Ian McEwan
Monday, September 8, 2008
Catcher in the Rye, by J.D. Salinger
- Reviewed by Ani M., grade 9.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Breaking Dawn, by Stephenie Meyer
Thursday, August 14, 2008
The It Girl, by Cecily von Ziegesar
- Reviewed by Sharon, grade 9.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
The Truth about Forever, by Sarah Dessen
-Reviewed by Sayonika, grade 10.
Monday, July 14, 2008
Uglies, by Scott Westerfeld
- Reviewed by Ani M., grade 9.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Persuasion by Jane Austen
In Jane Austen's novel Persuasion, Anne Elliot, the leading character, centers around her remorse and regret after breaking off an engagement. As a result of persuasion(hence the title), she has ended the relationship with her "true love." The novel takes place eight years after this incident, and takes its peak when her former love reappears into the community. I think this book will definitely be enjoyable, despite the slight difficulty with the language and organization. If you're a hopeless romantic, or have heard of Jane Austen- read this book!
- Reviewed by Christina, grade 10.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
An Ode to Edward Cullen by Stephenie Meyer
But you should also expect psychotic car brake cutting times
he can easily garner your trust
sparkling vampires are such fun
even though he believes he is eternally damned
I am quite a fan
A velvet caressed voice
Please, Dear God, make it stop
Edward Cullen owns my heart.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Stargirl, by Jerry Spinelli
- Reviewed by M.T., grade 9.
(Librarian's note: check out this book's sequel, Love, Stargirl, just out this year!)
Monday, June 16, 2008
Teen Podcast: Miami Vice Movie Review
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- Review by John, grade 12.