The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


This book is lots of fun and has instant appeal for most young boys on looks alone. However, I think if they give it a chance, many girls would enjoy it, too. Angleberger has written a clever novel with an array of characters, narrators, and sketches. With humor and a bit of mystery, I think this novel is sure to please many young readers.



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Turtle in Paradise

Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L. Holm

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


This book is a fun read that I think many kids will enjoy. The setting - Key West - is vivid as are the characters Holm creates. I was intrigued by the plot and by the historic details which make the story even more lively. Holm also achieved a nice blend of humor and drama that readers will appreciate.



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Out of My Mind

Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


I loved this book from start to finish. It is a late elementary chapter book which tackles themes of family and friend relationships and seeing past differences. Draper is such a wonderful writer and captures the humor and heartache of the characters. It has short chapter and a captivating plot, so I feel many children will enjoy this book.



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Mockingjay

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


This was not my favorite book of the series. Some of the images were pretty graphic and violent. Maybe I made a mistake by reading at bedtime, but I even had a few bad dreams! So, Collins did a great job painting the disturbing images, yet I enjoyed the first two books more - more about the characters, less violence. I'm glad I read it and finished the series, but I wouldn't want to read it again.



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Catching Fire

Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


By the time I read this book in the Hunger Games trilogy, I was already hooked by the storyline and plot. I wanted to keep reading to see what became of the characters I felt that I knew so well. Therefore, I read this one as quickly as I could. Collins certainly knows how to write a captivating story. I definitely enjoyed this one.



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The Hunger Games

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This is a wonderful book for young adults and adults as well. Although this is not the type of book I would normally go for, I was won over by the plot and characters.



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