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+.