The Unbelievably Scary Thing that Happened in Huggabie Falls by Adam Cece My rating: 3 of 5 stars I had to laugh every time the author questioned why someone would read this book without having read the first one. I'm one of those people he was questioning. Why would I read this book before the … Continue reading The Unbelievably Scary Thing that Happened in Huggabie Falls
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Rory Branagan (Detective)
Rory Branagan (Detective) by Andrew Clover My rating: 4 of 5 stars I'm not sure what I was expecting with this book, but it wasn't what I got. I mean that in the best way possible. I didn't really expect anything great, but found myself invested in the story and staying up way to late … Continue reading Rory Branagan (Detective)
Hello Lighthouse
Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall My rating: 3 of 5 stars For a little kid's book, this is an unexpected story. I thought it was going to be just a light-hearted read, but it had depth. This seems like the kind of story parents would enjoy reading to their children. The story is simple, but … Continue reading Hello Lighthouse
Chavo the Invisible
Chavo the Invisible by Lee Nordling My rating: 3 of 5 stars This is a cute picture book that shows just how vivid a child's imagination can be. Chavo is playing capture the flag, but everything is more dramatic through his eyes. He has to use all of his ability to keep his flag safe … Continue reading Chavo the Invisible
Inkling
Inkling by Kenneth Oppel My rating: 3 of 5 stars This story shows the dangers of taking the easy way out and how the things you let into your life affect it. Inkling is a character with tons of personality, especially for a splotch of ink. He cares deeply for his family and does what … Continue reading Inkling
Wrath of the Dragon King
Wrath of the Dragon King by Brandon Mull My rating: 3 of 5 stars This series is messing with me. I keep thinking I know what side characters are on, and then BAM, totally different. I don't think I trust any of them anymore. This book is action packed. Because of the conflict between the … Continue reading Wrath of the Dragon King
The Odd 1s Out
The Odd 1s Out: How to Be Cool and Other Things I Definitely Learned from Growing Up by James Rallison My rating: 3 of 5 stars This book cracked me up. Every time I think about it, I remember traumatized kindergartners, which in this case, makes me happy. For the record, traumatized kindergartners is not … Continue reading The Odd 1s Out
Poseidon’s Academy
Poseidon's Academy by Sarah A Vogler My rating: 2 of 5 stars This book reminded me of Rick Riordan books. True, the kids are not demigods, but they do have powers from the Greek gods. Of course, the ones that get power from Zeus are the most powerful and go an adventures and all that … Continue reading Poseidon’s Academy
Girl, Wash Your Face
Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies about Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be by Rachel Hollis My rating: 2 of 5 stars I have to admit, I think this book suffered from being too popular. It seemed like everyone I know was talking about this book … Continue reading Girl, Wash Your Face
Boldfinger
Death by Cliché 3: Boldfinger by Bob Defendi My rating: 4 of 5 stars I'm really hoping there is a fourth book coming out, because Mr. Defendi, I have questions. For me, this series keeps getting better. I think the first book was hard for me to understand because I don't play the types of … Continue reading Boldfinger
The Furious Reader 