Teen Reviews -- Summer 2012
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| + | *[http://aries.jmrl.org/record=b1190594~S9'''''A Corner of the Universe'''''] by Ann M. Martin | ||
| + | I loved this book because of the amazing characters and the concept of lifting the corners of the universe. My favorite character was Adam who jumps up and down yelling happiness when he is happy. I think people from ages 11-14 would like this book. | ||
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| + | Review by Callan, Grade 6 | ||
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| + | *[http://aries.jmrl.org/record=b1062374~S9'''''Dancing in Cadillac Light'''''] by Kimberly Willis Holt | ||
| + | I loved this book for its amazing storyline and courageous characters. I liked the character Jaynell for her love of cars. I think people from ages 8-12 would like this book. | ||
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| + | *[http://aries.jmrl.org/record=b1237642~S9'''''Sure Fire'''''] by Jack Higgins | ||
| + | I think this is a great book: Jack Higgins is a great author. I recommend it to any action and adventure reader. I love it. Even in the little action parts it is intense from all the other action. I highly recommend it. | ||
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| + | Review by Mason, Grade 7 | ||
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| + | *[http://aries.jmrl.org/record=b1259569~S9'''''The Hunger Games'''''] by Suzanne Collins | ||
| + | I like Katniss because she is string against the Capitol. I like Primrose, Katniss’s younger sister, because she stays strong while her older sister is in horrible danger. I also liked Ceasar Flickerman and Rue for their spirit. I think that people from ages 11-20 who like an action packed and inspiring story would like this. I loved this book because of amazing characters and storyline. | ||
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| + | Review by Callan, Grade 6 | ||
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| + | *[http://aries.jmrl.org/record=b1251061~S9'''''When You Reach Me'''''] by Rebecca Steed | ||
| + | I really liked this book because of it's crazy and mysterious storyline. I liked Sal's character because he seemed really mysterious at times. I also liked Miranda for her helpful attitude and for being different. I think if you like a good, different, and mysterious story, you should read this. I also think ages 10-20 would like this. | ||
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| + | *[http://aries.jmrl.org/record=b1264652~S9'''''Words in the Dust'''''] by Trent Reedy | ||
| + | I loved this book because it inspired me to help people in need. I did not like the stepmother because she is mean to people who can’t help their problems. I also loved this book because I learned things including language about Afghanistan. I think people from ages 11-14 would like this. | ||
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| === Four Stars === | === Four Stars === | ||
Revision as of 00:37, 19 June 2012
Article in Young Adult Fiction category.
Book, movie, and CD reviews that have been written by teens participating in the 2012 Teen Summer Reading Program, "Own The Night." Posted with permission of the reviewers.
Ratings are on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best. Newest reviews appear at the top of the list for each star rating.
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Book Reviews
Five Stars
- Gregor and the Code of Claw by Suzanne Collins
I like it because it's well written and Collins wasn't afraid to include detail. My favorite character is Gregor. This book/series would probably be liked by Hunger Games fans.
Review by Colson, grade 6
The Absolute Value of Mike is a great book! I enjoyed reading it a lot! My favorite character is Past because he's so complex but yet so simple! I think anyone could read this book and enjoy it! There's something everyone can relate to in this book!
Review by Nell
Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen is a great book. In this book the author takes you back and forth between Jacob, who joined a circus around the 1930s after his parents died and he was unable to finish Veternairian school, and an elderly man who is living in present day in a nursing home. My favorite character was Jacob who is outgoing and is not afraid to stand up to people, even if they are the head of the circus. My least favorite character is August, who is the head trainer in the circus and abuses his wife Marlena and the elephant, Rosie. Overall I would recomend this book to anyone who likes romance and a good ending to a great book.
Review by Caroline
- A Corner of the Universe by Ann M. Martin
I loved this book because of the amazing characters and the concept of lifting the corners of the universe. My favorite character was Adam who jumps up and down yelling happiness when he is happy. I think people from ages 11-14 would like this book.
Review by Callan, Grade 6
- Dancing in Cadillac Light by Kimberly Willis Holt
I loved this book for its amazing storyline and courageous characters. I liked the character Jaynell for her love of cars. I think people from ages 8-12 would like this book.
Review by Callan, Grade 6
- Sure Fire by Jack Higgins
I think this is a great book: Jack Higgins is a great author. I recommend it to any action and adventure reader. I love it. Even in the little action parts it is intense from all the other action. I highly recommend it.
Review by Mason, Grade 7
- The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
I like Katniss because she is string against the Capitol. I like Primrose, Katniss’s younger sister, because she stays strong while her older sister is in horrible danger. I also liked Ceasar Flickerman and Rue for their spirit. I think that people from ages 11-20 who like an action packed and inspiring story would like this. I loved this book because of amazing characters and storyline.
Review by Callan, Grade 6
- When You Reach Me by Rebecca Steed
I really liked this book because of it's crazy and mysterious storyline. I liked Sal's character because he seemed really mysterious at times. I also liked Miranda for her helpful attitude and for being different. I think if you like a good, different, and mysterious story, you should read this. I also think ages 10-20 would like this.
Review by Callan, Grade 6
- Words in the Dust by Trent Reedy
I loved this book because it inspired me to help people in need. I did not like the stepmother because she is mean to people who can’t help their problems. I also loved this book because I learned things including language about Afghanistan. I think people from ages 11-14 would like this.
Review by Callan, Grade 6
