What I Thought Was True, by Huntley Fitzpatrick

What I Thought Was True, by Huntley Fitzpatrick,  is about seventeen year-old Gwen Castle who lives on Seashell Island in New England. In the summer, she gets a job as a caretaker of an old woman, and her ex, Cassidy Somers, is the new yard boy on the island. Cassidy is from across the bridge, where the rich, spoiled kids live, and Gwen's family are the housekeepers that maintain the island for the summer guests. With Cass in town, added pressure with her father and her special needs brother Emory, and secrets flying about her friends, Gwen is sure to have one unforgettable summer.

Overall, this book was pretty good. It was very well-written, although it became boring at times. It seemed like a typical teenage novel, with romance and a lot of drama with friends, boys, and in the family. It reminded me of the author Sarah Dessen because of the predictable plot and familiar characters. I would rate it a 7 out of 10 and I would recommend it to teenage girls who enjoy cute, romantic stories and dramas.

Reviewed by Rebecca S., Grade 10

Glendale Central Library

Tiger's Curse, by Colleen Houck

17 year old Kelsey Hayes finds herself drawn to a mysterious white tiger. Ren and his brother Kishan had been cursed to become a tiger over 300 years ago. Until Kelsey came along they weren't able to change back into human form. Kelsey finds herself in India with two princes trying to break an ancient curse that will give back the princes' humanity. I really enjoyed the Tiger's Curse, by  Colleen Houck, novel because it included a little bit of every genre, romance, action, fantasy, and humor. I recommend this book for people of all ages. One of my favorite quotes was “He then put both hands on the door on either side of my head and leaned in close, pinning me against it. I trembled like a downy rabbit caught in the clutches of a wolf. The wolf came closer. He bent his head and began nuzzling my cheek. The problem was…I wanted the wolf to devour me.” I liked this quote because it was one of the scenes that got me squealing and cheering. The author did a really great job on organizing each character's traits and personalities. "Tiger's Curse" is one of those books that will keep you up all night reading, as it did to me. Reviewed by Anet P., Grade 10 Glendale Central Library