Just Ella, Maragret Peterson Haddix, 218 pages, June 13, 2011

I just finished reading 218 pages out of the book Just Ella by Margaret Peterson Haddix on June 13, 2011.  It's about a girl named Ella who is swept away to marry a prince and become a princess and live in a castle.  Sounds nice, huh?  Well, soon Ella realizes that she doesn't love the prince.  She doesn't want to marry him.  So now, Ella must figure out a way to escape...and stay alive.
My favorie character int this book was Mary, the servant girl.  I liked her because she was kind.  For example, when Ella was trapped in the dungeon and starving, Mary brught her food and a shovel to dig herself out.
I would recommend this book to girls 10-14.

Out of the Dust, Karen Hesse, 227 pages, June 13, 2011

I just finished reading 227 pages out of the book Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse on June 13 2011.  It's about a girl named Billie Jo who is stuck in the Oklahoma Panhandle during the dustbowl.  It hasn't really bothered her much, especially since she has her piano to keep her company and she has a new baby brother on the way.  But when a terrible disaster crushed Billie Jo'shopes and dreams, she feels like it's time to get out of the dust.
My favorite character in this book was Louise.  I liked her because she was a good listener.  For example, when Billie Jo was telling Louise about her life, she nodded but was listening very well.
I would recommend this book to kids 11+.

Soul Surfer, Bethany Hamilton, 222 pages, June 10, 2011

I just finished reading 222 pages out of the book Soul Surfer by Bethany Hamilton on June 10, 2011.  It's about a girl named Bethany who loves to surf.  One day she goes surfing and gets her arm eaten off by a tiger shark.  But she puts all her faith in God and trusts him to help her cope with a missing limb.
My favorite character in this book is Bethany.  I liked her because she has such a great faith in God.  For example, when Bethany lost her arm, she just let God take care of everything and knew that she was going to use her story as an inspiration.
I would recommend this book to people 10+.

The Hiding Place, Corrie ten Boom with John and Elizabeth Carrol, 241 pages, May 2011

I just finished reading 241 pages out of The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom with John and Elizabeth Carrol in May of 2011.  It's about a woman named Corrie who is sent to a concentration camp with her sister Betsie.  They hate it there, but they have to figure out how to be grateful in all circumstances and trust God.
My favorite character in this book is Betsie.  I liked her because she loved God and everybody else.  For example, when the guards were beating her up, she still loved them and worshiped God.
I would recommend this book to people 13+.

Unlocked, Karen Kingsbury, 314 pages, May 17, 2011

I just finished reading 314 pages out of the book Unlocked by Karen Kingsbury on May 17, 2011.  It's about a boy named Holden Harris who was diagnosed with autism when he was three.  He used to be best friends with Ella Reynolds.  But Ella's mom decided that she didn't want Holden around Ella, so Mrs. Reynolds and Mrs. Harris's friendship separated.  Now, Ella and Holden are going to high school together.  And Ella seems to be the only one to bring Holden out of his autistic trance.  Her...and music.
My favorite character in this book was Holden.  I liked him because he is really adorable.  For example, when Holden prays he never says Amen.  He says "Your friend, Holden Harris."
I would recommend this book to teenagers and adults.

Call Me Mrs. Miracle, Debbie Macomber, 253 pages, May 17, 2011

I just finished reading 253 pages out of the book Call Me Mrs. Miracle by Debbie Macomber on May 17, 2011.  It's about a woman named Emily Merkle (a.k.a. Miracle) who has a secret about her.  She seems to know everything about everyone and she seems to know how to hook Holly Larson and Jake Finley up.  Holly is taking care of her nephew while her brother is in Afghanistan.  Jake, the son of a very fanous buisnessman, is trying to sell five hundred toys he bought for the Christmas season.  Holly needs to buy this exact toy for her nephew for Christmas.  Holly and Jake up meeting and fall in love.  All because of Emily Miracle.
My favorite character in this book was Emily Miracle.  I liked her because she was nice.  For example, Mrs. Miracle babysat Holly's nephew and was talking to him and reading to him and being really nice.
I would recommend this book to people who love romance books.

Prom, Ellie O'Ryan, 234 pages, May 10, 2011

I just finished reading 234 pages out of the book Prom by Ellie O'Ryan on May 10, 2011.  It's about a girl named Nova who is the head of the Prom Commitee.  She has just finished the decorations, when the shed her decorations were stored in caught on fire.  Principal Dunnan assigned Jesse Richter to help repair the damage.  Both Jesse and Nova don't want to work together.  But as the two teenagers spend more time together, they realize how opposites attract.
My favorite character in this book was Jesse.  I liked him because he was awesome!  For example, he has muscles, he rides a motorcycle...what more could you ask for?
I would recommend this book to teenage girls.

Closed for the Season, Mary Downing Hahn, 182 pages, May 8, 2011

I just finished reading 182 pages out of the book Closed for the Season by Mary Downing Hahn on May 8, 2011.  It's about a boy named Logan who moves into a house.  His neighbor Arthur tells Logan that a murder was committed in the house.  Now Logan and Arthur are trying to find the killer and figure out where the stolen money from the amusement park is.  But they need to find their clues in the amusement park The Magic Forest.  And the killer is waiting for them there.
My favorite character in this book was Arthur.  I liked him because he was funny.  For example, Arthur would always come into Logan's house during breakfast and stick his hand into the Raisin Bran box and eat the cereal.
I would recommend this book to kids who like mysteries.

Lily's Passport to Paris, Nancy Rue, 153 pages, May 5, 2011

I just finished reading 153 pages out of the book Lily's Passport to Paris by Nancy Rue on May 5, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who takes a month long vacation to Paris.  At first Lily is miserable.  Then she meets Christophe, a French boy who befriends her and shows her the sights of Paris.  But there is one thing in the way of Lily and Christophe's friendship: Christophe's sister Odette.  Now Odette is taking Christophe away.  Will Lily be able to keep Christophe in Paris and show him and his sister the path to God?
My favorite character in this book is Christophe.  I liked him because he's sweet.  For example, Christophe would always offer to show Lily the sites and would call her Li-lee.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-13.

The Last Olympian, Rick Riordan, 381 pages, May 2, 2011

I just finished reading 381 pages out of the book The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan on May 2, 2011.  It's about a boy named Percy who is in battle to save the Olympian gods against the Titan lords.  Kronos, the lord of time, has risen.  Now Percy and his friends need to stop him from attacking everybody before it'd too late.
My favorite character in this book was Juniper, Grover the satyr's girlfriend.  I like her because she is so in love with Grover and it's kind of funny.  For example, when Juniper saw Grover after she thought he was going to die, she tackled him with a hug.
I would recommend this book to kids 10+.

Lily's in London?!, Nancy Rue, 153 pages, April 26, 2011

I just finished reading 153 pages out of the book Lily's in London?! by Nancy Rue on April 26, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who has to move to Oxford, England for her father's job.  She makes three friends: Ingram, who teaches her all about Oxfords, Kimble, who is into cosmetics and boys and teaches Lily about "England slang", and Sister Benedict, who shows Lily that she is on a pilgrimage and teches her how to find God.  Lily thinks you need to find God in a church.  But when she takes a trip to London, Lily learns that God is everywhere and the scariest people can also be the kindest.
My favorite charcter in this book is Kimble.  I liked her because she likes boys and cosmetics.  For example, Kimble took Lily to the park so they could scope out for boys and she took Lily to a bunch of stores so she could try on lipstick.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-13.

The Hot List, Hillary Homzie, 244 pages, April 21, 2011

I just fibished reading 244 pages out of the book The Hot List by Hillary Homzie on April21, 2011.  It's about a girl named Sophie who decides to make a Hot List, a list about who's hot and who's not.  Sophie and her friend Maddie make the List and then decide to write it up on the back of a bathroom stall.  Sophie thinks that this List won't last very long.  But she was wrong.  Now Sophie makes a bet with her enemy, Nia, that she has to get Squid Rodriquez on the List.  And Sophie has to get Maddie back from the popular crown, CEO : Nia Tate.  Can Sophie turn a nottie into a hottie and win Maddie back?
My favorite character in this book is Squid.  I like him because he's funny and weird.  For example, Squid always wears superhero shirts and walks up his locker.
I would recommend this book to girls 10-14.

Wait Till Helen Comes, Mary Downing Hahn, 184 pages, April 18, 2011

I just finished reading 184 pages out of the book Wait Till Helen Comes by Mary Downing Hahn on April 18, 2011.  It's about a girl named Molly who moves into a house that used to be a church with her brother, mom, stepdad, and stepsister.  Molly's stepsister, Heather, isn't very nice.  She always blamed everything on Molly and her brother Michael.  Now Heather is acting weird.  She's been talking to a ghost named Helen who lives in the graveyard behind the church/house.  Heather keeps telling Molly and Michael that Helen is going to come get them.  Molly doesn't beleive it, but it is kind of creepy.  But Heather proves Molly wrong when Helen comes for a visit.
My favorite character in his book is Molly.  I liked her because she doesn't give up.  For example, even though Michael and Molly's mom and stepdad don't beleive her when she tells them about Helen, she still tries to save Heather from getting killed and joining Helen in the pond she drowned in.
I would recommend ths book to kids 9-13.

Princess for Hire, Lindsey Leavitt, 239 pages, April 17, 2011

I just finished reading 239 pages out of the book Princess for Hire by Lindsey Leavitt on April 17, 2011.  It's about a girl named Desi who is miserable because her ex-best friend Celeste is dating her secret crush Hayden and she is humiliated because Celeste found out her job: Gladys the Groundhog who advertises the Pets Charming pet store.  But Desi soon finds an ad in the paper about a Princess for Hire which she soon finds out is a substitute princess agency.  Desi is totally thrilled but she soon finds out that being a surrogate for a princess isn't all that easy.  Like when you end up having to play the French Horn and you don't even know how, or when you must perform a dance you don't know, or when you have to get a princess's lifetime love to change his mind about Duchess Olivia and start liking her!  And one wrong mistake, and Desi could lose her substituting privileges...forever.
My favorite character in this book was Meredith, Desi's agent.  I liked her because she was all tough, but then showed her soft side later on.  For example, Meredith was always yelling at Desi when she did something wrong, but in the end, she saved Desi from losing her substituting privileges. 
I would recommend this book to girls 9-13.

Lily's Church Camp Adventure, Nancy Rue, 117 pages, April 17, 2011

I just finished reading 117 pages out of the book Lily's Church Camp Adventure by Nancy Rue on April 17, 2011.  It's about a girl names Lily who decides to spend two weeks at a Christian camp with her four best friends.  But when Lily, Reni, Zooey, Suzy, and Kresha get to camp, they find out that they aren't in the same cabin!  Now Lily is homesick and she doesn't know what to do.  But with a little help from God, Lily learns the importance of friendship and Christianity.
My favorite character in this book was D.J., one of Lily's cabin mates.  I liked her because she was enthusiastic.  For example, when D.J. got to camp, she started jumping on the bed and talking non stop.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-13. 

Breaking Dawn, Stephenie Meyer, 754 pages, April 10, 2011

I just finished reading 754 pages out of the book Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer on April 10, 2011.  It's about a girl named Bella who gets married and has a baby.  Since the baby, Renesmee, is half vampire, she nearly kills Bella and Bella's vampire husband, Edward, has to turn her into a vampire or else she'll die.  Now Bella is learning how to be a vampire and a mother to a little girl with very special powers.  If that isn't enough, now Bella has found out that a vampire friend has found out about Renesmee.  Since the friend thought Renesmee was a full vampire (vampire kids are illegal) she told the Volturi, the leaders of the vampires.  Now they're coming to kill Renesmee.  Bella has to try to convince them that Renesmee is not a full vampire.  But will it be enough to stop them from killing her baby?
My favorite character in this book is Renesmee.  I liked her because she's cute.  For example, Renesmee has a special power that she can only communicate with if she's touching your face.  She always reaches out her pudgy hand to someone and it's just really cute.
I would recommend this book to teenage girls.

The Battle of the Labyrinth, Rick Riordan, 361 pages, April 10, 2011

I just finished reading 361 pages out of the book The Battle of the Labyrinth by Rick Riordan on April 10, 2011.  It's about a boy named Percy who had just found out that a guy named Luke is going to invade the camp for demigods (half human, half god) so they can take over and lead more people to the Titan Kronos's side of the future war so that the Titans can reign again.  Percy has to travel through the Labyrinth (an underground maze that can get people across the world very quickly) or else Luke will travel through and come out into Camp Half-Blood and invade.  Now Percy has to find the maker of the Labyrinth, Daedalus, so that he won't tell Luke and his army how to navigate the maze.  But a big secret about Daedalus will change the course of the Labyrinth forever.
My favorite character in this book is Tyson.  I like him because he's funny.  For example, whenever Tyson sees someone, he runs up to them, hugs them, and almost knocks them over.
I would recommend this book kids 10+.

Umbrella Summer, Lisa Graff, 235 pages, April 9, 2011

I just finished reading 235 pages out of a book called Umbrella Summer by Lisa Graff on April 9, 2011.  It's about a girl named Annie who's brother died four months ago from a heart disease.  Everybody said that Annie's brother Jared was all right but then he died.  Now Annie is all worried that she is going to get a disease and die.  She can't be a kid because she is always too busy reading books about diseases and worrying about dying.  But then a new neighbor comes along and tells Annie to close her "umbrella" and step out into the sunshine.
My favorite character in this book was Mrs. Finch, Annie's new neighbor.  I liked her because she was nice.  For example, when Annie tried to spy on Mrs. Finch and Mrs. Finch caught her, she didn't get mad.  In fact, she ended up inviting Annie over later on.
I would recommend this book to kids 8+.

Moving Day, Meg Cabot, 228 pages, April 3, 2011

I just finished reading 228 pages out of the book Moving Day by Meg Cabot on April 3, 2011.  It's about a girl named Allie who finds out she is moving.  Not only does she have to give away her geode collection and now her and her best friend are fighting, but the house is really creepy.  And the new neighbor told Allie that there's a zombie hand in the attic!  Now Allie is fighting in a war...the war to save her family from moving.
My favorite character in this book was Uncle Jay because he's funny.  For example, when Allie told him she started a cupcake fight at school, he said, "Awesome."
I would recommend this book to kids 8-12.

Horse Crazy Lily. Nancy Rue, 127 pages, April 1, 2011

I just finished reading 127 pages out of the book Horse Crazy Lily by Nancy Rue on April 1, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who goes horseback riding for a friend's birthday party and ends up really liking it.  She starts taking lessons, and is really enjoying it.  But then Tessa, Lily's newly adopted sister, comes along.  She is mean and violent.  Lily can't stand.  Now, Lily's parents want Tessa to start taking riding lessons with Lily too!  Lily calls Tessa the Devil Child.  But after a bad accident, Lily realizes what it means to be a real sister.
My favorite character in this book was Herbie, Lily's riding teacher.  I liked Herbie because he was nice.  For example, when Lily found out Tessa had to take lessons with her, Lily was upset.  But Herbie was nice and ended up really liking Tessa.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-12. 

Maggie Bean in Love, Tricia Rayburn, 282 pages, March 28, 2011

I just finished reading 282 pages out of the book Maggie Bean by Tricia Rayburn on March 28, 2011.  It's about a girl named Maggie who has fallen in love with her best friend Arnie.  But their relationship has started to get awkward now that their dating.  And Maggie is determined to get her first kiss with Arnie...soon.  With Maggie's busy schedule already filling up she still has one more thing to work through...the swim team.  The Water Wings team is competing against the regular swim team to find out who gets the pool.  Now Maggie has to juggle school, swim team, her job, her boyfriend, her friend, and her family.  Can she do it all?
My favorite character in this book was Carla.  Carla was Maggie biggest swim fan.  She was really spunky and enthusiastic.  For example, when Carla's mom's truck broke down Carla had to run outside and push it...and she's only in the sixth grade!
I would recommend this book to girls 9-13.

Lily Speaks, Nancy Rue, 115 pages, March 26, 2011

I just finished reading 115 pages out of the book Lily Speaks by Nancy Rue on March 26, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who wins a speech contest and gets to go to the county speech contest.  But Lily's friends Zooey and Suzy are being mean since Suzy and Lily are competing.  Now Lily is getting mean notes and cruel voice messags.  Will Lily ever win her friends back?
My favorite characer in this book is Reni because she is very loyal to Lily.  For example, when Lily was being picked on by Zooey, Reni was telling Lily that she would win the speech contest.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-12.

Princess Academy, Shannon Hale, 314 pages, March 24, 2011

I just finished reading 314 pages out of the book Princess Academy by Shannon Hale on March 24, 2011.  It's about a girl named Miri who lives on a mountain and is so small that she is not allowed to work in the quarry.  Instead, Miri tended the goats.  Then a lowlander chief came and announced that the Princess Academy (the academy that trained girls to become princesses) was going to be held on Mount Eskel, Miri's mountain home.  Now Miri was able to become a princess!  But will Miri give up her life on as a mountain girl to become princess?
My favorite character in this book was Doter.  Doter was Miri's friend's mom.  She was very wise.  For example, Doter always knew wise sayings to help comfort people.
I would recommend this book to girls 7+.

The Titan's Curse, Rick Riordan, 312 pages, March 21, 2011

I just finished reading 312 pages out og the book The Titan's Curse by Rick Riordan on March 21, 2011.  It's about a boy named Percy who is sent on a quest to find his best friend Annabeth after she jumped over the side of a cliff with a powerful monster, and Artmeis the Goddis of the Hunt.  Percy, his satyr frined Grover, two Hunters named Bianca and Zoe, and his friend Thalia must travel to San Fransisco to find their friends before the winter solstice.  Or else the two girls will die.
I liked this book because it was suspenseful.  For example, when Luke, Annabeth and Percy ex-friend, tumbles over a cliff, you really wish he was dead because he's so mean and you're just wondering if he is dead.
I would recommend this book to kids 10+.

Rough and Rugged Lily, Nancy Rue, 115 pages, March 19, 2011

I just finished reading 115 pages out of the book Rough and Rugged Lily by Nancy Rue on March 19, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who is taking advantage of Christmas and making a super long Christmas list with her brothers Joe and Art.  Then Lily's parents decide to take the kids to a cabin and are only allowed to make homemade Christmas presents and they can't take any electronics.  But then the family van drives off the roads in a snow storm and the hotels are all filled up.  The Robbins' family has to spend a few nights in a high school gym.  Now Lily has to decide what is better...Christmas or trusting God.
I liked this book because it showed the true side of people.  For example, Joe is supposed to be a sports loving crazy kid, but then he meets two year old Angel and starts fathering her and becoming responsible.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-12.

Anne of Green Gables, L.M. Montgomery, 304 pages, March 17, 2011

I just finished reading 304 pages out of the book Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery on March 17, 2011.  It's about a girl named Anne who is taken to a house called Green Gables from an orphanage asylum.  But Matthew and Marilla, the people who adopted her, were expecting a boy.  Now they have to decide if they should keep her or send her back to the orphanage.  And Anne has to decide if she trusts Matthew and Marilla enough to keep her.
I liked this book because Anne talked a lot.  For example, there were pages taken up of Anne just talking and talking and talking,
I would recommend this book to people 10+.

3rd Timester Reading Goal

My goal is to read 5,000 pages or more.

Four Thruths and a Lie, Lauren Barnholdt, 265 pages, March 12, 2011

I just finsihed reading a book called Four Truths and a Lie by Lauren Barnholdt.  It has 265 pages in it and I finished it on March 12, 2011.  It's about a girl named Scarlett who goes to a boarding school after she is picked on at school because her dad is a criminal.  But then in English class the teacher has the students send anonymous letters to the boarding school for boys.  Soon, Scarlett's pen pal is playing a game with her.  He sends her some letters, four of the letters are true facts and one letter is a lie.  Scarlett has to figure what is true and what is not or else the secret about her dad will be revealed to the entire school.
I liked this book because it was funny in a nonchalant way.  For example, when Scarlett goes to her first basketball game, the book says that her friend Amber is cheering her on in the stands while wearing a green dress made for the school dance.  It's funny to picture somebody wearing a dress like that at a basketball game.
I would recommend this book for pre teen girls.

Lily Rules, Nancy Rue, 122 pages, March 11, 2011

I just finished reading Lily Rules by Nancy Rue.  It has 122 pages in it and I finished it on March 11, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who is elected Class President.  She decides she wants to be a leader so her and the Vice President, Ian, organize all kinds of fun things to do at the school.  But then Lily finds out a big secret about some of her classmates and Lily has to decide between the right thing to do and popularity.
I liked this book because it made you feel like you were one of the characters.  For example, when Reni is being mean to Lily, I felt like punching her in the face!
I would recommend this book to girls 9-12.

The Sea of Monsters, Rick Riordan, 279 pages, March 10, 2011

I just finished reading a book caled The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan.  It has 279 pages in it and I finished it on March 10, 2011.  It's about a boy named Percy Jackson who is a half-blood, half human, half god.  Thalia, the daughter of Zeus's, tree is dying.  Now Percy and his friends have to go out on an adventure to find the Fleece and save the camp.
I liked this book because it was surprising.  For example, it was very surprising when Chiron told Percy that Kronos was his father.
I would recommend this book to kids 10+.

Mixed Bags, Melody Carlson, 198 pages, March 7, 2011

I just finished reading Mixed Bags by Melody Carlson.  It has 198 pages in it and I finished it on March 7, 2011.  It's about a girl named DJ who is a total tomboy.  After her mom dies and her dad becomes more interested in his new wife and daughters, DJ is sent off to a sorority at her grandmother's house.  But all of the girls are different: a snotty brat, a rich girl, a goody-goody, a Goth, and a Christian.  Eliza, the rich girl, is trying to change DJ.  She dresses her differently, highlights her hair, and puts makeup on her.  But Taylor, the snotty brat, is trying to pull Connor, DJ's best friend and now boyfriend, away from her.  She flirts with him and just is down right mean to DJ.  Now DJ is sad.  Can she win Connor back and become a Christian through Rhiannon, the Christian, all at the same time?
I liked this book because I learned a lot about fashion from it.  For example, they were naming hand bags like Fendi and Hermes and I had never heard of them before.
I would recommend this book to teenage girls.

The Lightning Thief, Rick Riordan, 375 pages, March 5, 2011

I just finished reading a book called the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan.  I finished it on March 5, 2011 and it has 375 pages in it.  It's about a boy named Percy Jackson who is the son of the Sea God Posiedon.  Percy doesn't do well in school but he has help from his friend Grover.  But then Percy is sent to Cap Half-Blood (a camp for a god and a mortal's child) and he is offered a quest.  He has to retrieve Zeus's lightning bolt.  But obstacles keep getting in the way.  Percy now has to give his uncle back his prized pocession without getting eaten by monsters.
I liked this book because it was really educational.  For example, even though gods aren't real you learn a lot about them and their names and all the stories behind them.
I would recommend this book for kids 10+.

Lights, Action, Lily!, Nancy Rue, 122 pages, March 4, 2011

I just finished reading Lights, Action, Lily! by Nancy Rue.  I finished it on March 4, 2011 and it had 122 pages in it.  It's about a girl named Lily who is offered to perform in a Shakespeare play.  But Lily's worst enemy Shad Shifferdecker was offered, too, and they both said yes.  Now Shad's girlfriend Ashley Adamson is out to get Lily.  And the only way Lily can stop it is praying for them.  But it's getting really hard.  Will Lily be able to follow God's Word instead of getting pounded by Ashley?
I liked this book because it was funny in a dramatic way.  For example, when Ashley was yelling at Shad, she started stomping her foot like a little kid.  It was really funny.
I would recommend this book for girls 9+.

Lily the Rebel, Nancy Rue, 124 pages, March 1, 2011

I just finished reading Lily the Rebel by Nancy Rue.  It has 124 pages in it and I finished it on March 1, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who decides that she wants to be an advocate for her friends.  She develops and attitude and wears crazy T-Shirts.  But Lily is starting to make her teachers turn away from her...and her friends.
I liked this book because it was exciting.  For example, when Lily's friends didn't eat lunch with her, it wasn't that big of a deal.  But then Reni, Lily's best friend, yells at her and says she doesn't want to hang out with her until she starts acting nice.  Then it gets exciting!
I would recommend this book to girls 9-12.

School's Out Forever, James Patterson, 409 pages, February 22, 2011

I just finished reading School's Out Forever by James Patterson.  It has 409 pages in it and I finished it on February 22, 2011.  It's about Max, Fang, Iggy, Nudge, the Gasman, and Angel who are trying to escape from Erasers and the whitecoats.  They live with Anne for a while but then find themselves on the run again.  Will the flock ever outrun the School?
I liked this book because it was super action-packed.  For example, in the end when Max finds out she has an imposter, she chokes and comes really close to killing her.
I would recommend this book to pre-teens and teenagers.

The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Periolous Journey, Trenton Lee Stewart, 440 pages, February 22, 2011

I just finished reading the Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey by Trenton Lee Stewart.  It has 440 pages in it and I finished it on February 22, 2011.  It's about four kids named Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance who have to go on a huge adventure to rescue Mr. Benedict and his assistant, Number Two.  But the Ten Men (the bad guys) are trying desperately to stop them.  The Mysterious Benedict Society has to get to Mr. Benedict or else...
I liked this book because it always left you guessing.  For example, when Reynie thought of an idea to escape from the Ten Men, the book just kept talking about how this escape plan may cause them to risk their lives.
I would recommend this book to kids 10+.

Ask Lily, Nancy Rue, 139 pages, February 20, 2011

I just finished reading Ask Lily by Nancy Rue.  I finished it on February 20, 2011 and it has 139 pages in it.  It's about a girl named Lily who starts an advice column called Answer Girl in the school newspaper.  But the editor happens to be Lily's arch nemesis's brother, Lance Adamson.  Now Lance's sister, Ashley, wants to start hanging out with Lily.  Now Lily has to decide between her friends or Answer Girl
I liked this book because it talks a lot about God.  For example, Lily makes up these secret notes called Lily-Grams, but later she renames them God-Grams because he helped the Girlz (Lily's club) through their struggles.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-12.

Lily's Ultimate Party, Nancy Rue, 121 pages, February 15, 2011

I just finished reading Lily's Ultimate Party by Nancy Rue.  I t has 121 pages and I finished it on February 15, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who wants to throw a summer party.  She makes lots of arrangements and even gets a summer job to afford the party.  But then Lily's grandmother, Mudda, comes to visit.  Will Lily's party be a success or a total mess?
I liked this book because it was suspenseful sometimes.  For example, when Lily's dog, Otto, led Lily downstairs it made you wonder what was going on.
I would recommend this book to girls 9-13.

War of the Wardrobes, Megan Stine, 86 pages, February 2011

I just finished reading War of the Wardrobes by Megan Stine.  It had 86 pages and I finished it in February of 2011.  It's about two twins named Mary Kate and Ashley who attend a boarding school.  But the school wants everyone to wear uniforms!  Now it's up to Mary Kate and Ashley to stop the idea of wearing uniforms.
I liked this book because it was about fashion!  For example, Mary Kate and Ashley went shopping a lot to find clothes that would be appropriate for a dress code.
I would recommend this book to girls 8-12.

The Case of the Creepy Castle, Judy Katschke, 85 pages, February 6, 2011

I just finished reading the book The Case of the Creppy Castle by Judy Katschke.  I finished it on February 6, 2011 and it has 85 pages in it.  It's about two detectives named Mary Kate and Asley who are going to a haunted house called Creepy Castle for Halloween.  It's really fun, but then Tim, Samantha, and Patty dissapear!  It's up to Mary Kate and Ashley to find out where their friends went.
I liked this book because the character who turned out to be the culprit, wasn't expected.  For example, you didn't expect great-Grandma Olive to play a big role in this mystery, but she does!
I would recommend this book to kids 6-11.

The Case of Clue's Circus Culprit, Judy Katschke, 79 pages, February 5, 2011

I just finished reading a book called The Case of Clue's Circus Culprit by Judy Katschke.  I finished it on February 5, 2011 and it has 79 pages in it.  It's about two detectives named Mary Kate and Ashley who are trying to figure out who is causing all these horrible things to the circus...and their basset hound Clue.  But suspects are running out and Mary Kate and Ashley only have two days to solve this mystery!  Will they crack the case?
I liked this book because it just kept you guessing.  For example, when Gracie was crossed off the suspect list, you are sure it is Flip.  But then it turns out to be someone you totally don't expect!
I would recommend this book to girls 6-11.

Lily and the Creep, Nancy Rue, 124 pages, February 5, 2011

I just finished reading Lily and the Creep by Nancy Rue.  It has 124 pages in it and I finished it on February 5, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who is trying to get back at a boy named Shad for being so mean to her and her friends.  But the pranks they pull end up getting them in trouble.  But Lily's friends won't confess.  So Lily has to take all the punishment-staying after school with Shad for a week to work on a project.  Will Lily's friends ever confess?
I liked this book because at some times I got scared for Lily.  For example, when Lily and her friends were yelling at Shad during his basketball camp and calling him a baby, I was thinking "Uh-oh they're gonna get in trouble...".
I would recommend this book to girls 8+.

The Case of the Nutcracker Ballet, Megan Stine, 82 pages, February 2, 2011

I just finished reading The Case of the Nutcracker Ballet by Megan Stine.  I finished it on February 2, 2011 and it has 82 pages in it.  It's about these two twin sisters named Mary-Kate and Ashley who run their own detective agency.  They have to solve the case of their friends missing ballet slippers before the ballet recital the next night.  And even worse, now that Miranda can't find her lucky slippers, she's giving up her part as Clara to her understudy Becky!  Will Mary-Kate and Ashley be able to solve this mystery and get Miranda's part back?
I liked this book because it showed all the different possibilities of who could be the suspect that stole Miranda's slippers.  For example, even though Ariel seemed innocent, they still wrote her on the list because she had a good motive.
I would recommend this book to girls 6+.

Nate Saint, Janet and Geoff Benge, 200 pages, February 1, 2011

I just finished reading a book called Nate Saint by Janet and Geoff Benge on February 1, 2011.  The book has 200 pages in it.  It's about a missionary named Nate who travels to Ecuador to preach.  He loves flying in airplanes and being an airplane mechanic.  But after Nate's sister Rachel says that she wants to preach to the dangerous Auca tribe, Nate decides to help and risks his own life for the sake of others.
I liked this book because it shows how people need to put God and others before themselves.  For example, even though Nate died because he was killed by the Aucas, he still risked his life to share the Lord Jesus with them.
I would recommend this book to kids 10+.

The Angel Experiment, James Patterson, 422 pages, January 28, 2011

On January 28, 2011 I finished a book called The Angel Experiment by James Patterson.  It's about a girl named Max who was once a baby but was taken into a lab and turned into a human with wings.  She can fly.  But the whitecoats want to take Angel (the youngest) and use their Erasers (half man, half wolf,) to capture her.  Now it's up to Max and her friends to rescue Angel and discover who they truly are.
I liked this book because when a very crazy and exciting part is happening, it just gets even more crazier and exciting.  For example, when Max and the flock were rescuing Angel, they were thrown on a cart and captured by whitecoats.  If that isn't bad enough, they are taken to the courtyard to be attacked by Erasers!
I would recommend this book to preteens and teenagers who love action.

Lily Robbins M.D. (Medical Dabbler), Nancy Rue, 124 pages, January 27, 2011

I just finished reading Lily Robbins M.D. (Medical Dabbler) by Nancy Rue.  It has 124 pages in it and I finished it on January 27, 2011.  It's about a girl named Lily who wants to become a doctor after she helps a little boy in a car accident.  Lily starts checking out medical books from the library and watching ER and Emergency Trauma.  Lily has also changed the Girlz Only Group into a medical training program.  But after a few harsh words from some friends, Lily realizes that she needs to stop being so bossy to her friends...and God.
I likes this book because it showed true feelings of a girl and her best friend who are fighting.  For example, in the parking lot at the Acme grocery store, Reni shouts at Lily and gets really mad.  But the book also shows how the two girls make up and become friends again.
I would recommend this book to tween girls.

A Thousand Never Evers, Shana Burg, 292 pages, January 17, 2011

I just finished reading A Thousand Never Evers by Shana Burg on January 17, 2011.  It has 292 pages in it.  It's about a girl named Addie Ann who is trying to fight for freedom of the African Americans.  But when Addie Ann's brother goes missing and the town goes into an uproar, Addie Ann doesn't know what to do- obey her mother or stand up for her rights.
I liked this book because it showed how anybody can stand up for themselves.  For example, Addie Ann (who is black) stood up for her uncle and saved his life, even though it could have cost hers.
I would recommend this book to whites and blacks who feel that equality is right and want to keep fighting for freedom.

Something to Sing About, C.C. Payne, 164 pages, January 16, 2011

I just finished reading Something to Sing About by C.C. Payne.  I finished it on January 16, 2011.  It has 164 pages in it.  It's about a girl named Jamie Jo who is deathly afraid of bees.  She won't even go outside without her mother and the flyswatter.  Jamie Jo doesn't have a best friend either...or a dog.  She really wants both.  But
everything has been crazy since the church exploded.  Will Jamie Jo find a best friend and get a dog?  Will her fear of bees ever be conquered?
I liked this book because it really related to me.  For example Jamie Jo won't go outside because of bees and when I see a bee, I run inside the house.  I also want another dog that Lily can play with!
I would recommend this book to girls 8-12 years old.

Ruby's Slippers, Tricia Rayburn, 340 pages, January 5, 2011

I just finished reading a 340 paged book on January 5, 2011 called Ruby's Slippers by Tricia Rayburn.  It's about a girl named Ruby who grew up in Curly Creek, Kansas.  But after her grandfather dies, Ruby and her mom have to head on over to Coconut Grove, Florida to console Nana Dottie.  Ruby has to leave her best friend Gabby and all of her other friends.  And now that she's in Florida, Ruby has to try to deal with the Constellation group for the worldwide school talent show Citrus Star.  Will Ruby be able to handle it all?
I liked this book because it showed how to be a strong person and deal with things.  For example, Ruby had to handle leaving all of her friends back in Kansas and Nana Dottie has to handle the death of her husband.
I would recommend this book to girls 9+

The Sister's Club, Megan McDonald, 181 pages, December 28, 2010

I just finished reading a 181 paged book by Megan McDonald on December 28, 2010 called The Sister's Club.  It's about a girl named Stevie who's having a lot of trouble with her family.  1. She's stuck in the middle of two sisters.  2. Everyone in her family loves acting....except her.  3. Alex is so worried about her play she's going to be in and her love Scott Howell (a.k.a. Scott Towel) that she's ignoring the Sister's Club!  Will Alex get it together and start paying attention to her sisters again?
I liked this book because if I had little sisters I would probably act the same way toward them as Alex did.  For example, when Joey embarrassed Alex in front of Scott and Stevie ruined her favorite sweater, Alex got really mad and didn't talk to them.  But in the end, the Sister's Club was reunited!
I would recommend this book to girls 5+ who have a sister(s) or want to.

Bad Girls Don't Die, Katie Alender, 346 pages, December 22, 2010

I just finished reading Bad Girls Don't Die by Katie Alender.  It has 346 pages in it and I finished it on December 22, 2010.  It's about a girl named Alexa who is desperately trying to figure out what's wrong with her little sister, Kasey.  Questions are running through Alexa's mind.  Why do doors keeping opening and closing on their own?  Why does the temperature in the house drop to below freezing?  Why are Kasey's eyes turning from blue to green?  Why is Kasey forgetting everything?  How can Megan Wiley help?  And what is up with the new chip on Kasey's shoulder?
I liked this book because it keeps you guessing.  For example, when Megan ran out of cheer-leading practice with Alexa after Alexa told Megan all about Kasey's unusual behavior, you kept reading because you wanted to know where Megan was taking Alexa and how she could help with the situation.
I would recommend this book to kids 12+.

Here's Lily!, Nancy Rue, 128 pages, December 19, 2010

I just finished reading Here's Lily! by Nancy Rue.  It has 128 pages in it and I finished it on December 19, 2010.  It's about a girl named Lily who really wants to be a model but her parents won't let her unless she finds God somewhere in the modeling agency.  On top of that, Shad Shifferdeck had been really mean lately, and Lily and her friends have to stop him......by getting him to come to the modeling show.  But when a horrible accident changes Lily's mind, she must choose to find God or be miserable.
I liked this book because it was really girly and I related her to me.  For example, Lily was very dramatic (just like most girls! xD) and if a boy was being mean, I would probably want to show him what I'm made of my getting him to the show.
I would recommend this book to girls 8+.

Eclipse, Stephenie Meyer, 629 pages, December 19, 2010

I just finished reading a 629 paged book called Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer on December 19, 2010.  It is the third book in the Twilight series.  It's about a girl named Bella who is dating a vampire named Edward.  Edward is soon going to turn Bella into a vampire.  But Bella's best friend, a werefolf (F.Y.I. werewolves are enemies to the vampires) named Jacob does not want Bella to become immortal.  But who's side will Bella take?  Her best friend's or her fiance's?
I liked this book because it talked about Jacob more than in the first two books.  Also, it showed more of the characters' (mostly Jacob and Edward's) fellings toward Bella.  For example, Edward was honest with Bella and told her in practically a whole chapter about how much he loved her and didn't want to change her to immortality.  And Jacob was open with Bella about how much he loved her and didn't want her to become immortal either.  I also liked how Jacob and Edward became sort of friends (more like acquaintances) in the end.
I would recommend this book to teenage girls that like the romance/fantasy genre.