Josephs, Rudy. The Marine. Los Angeles: 2006
After coming home from a stint in Iraq, John Triton just wants a normal life. Except that his life is anything but normal. So he and his wife decide to go on a vacation, which is a pretty normal thing to do, but on their way, Kate is abducted by criminals who leave John to die. But John attempts to take matters into his own hands and track them down.
John and Kate are married and they are two of the main characters in the book. One could make the arguement that only John is, but if it were not for Kate being kidnapped, there would be no point in John going out and chasing these kidnappers. The setting here fits the book because it is across a long distance and if it were to take place inside somewhere like a school, it just wouldn't fit because it would be hard to have a chase scene indoors. This is a very good book, Rudy Josephs created a book that will keep you reading and her writing is easy to follow.
I would reccommend this book to most young adults because they seem to like the fast pace style and it's a book that you wont want to put down. Plus it is an easy read and isn't hard to follow.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
One Perfect Op
Peter Doyle
Dockery, Kevin. One Perfect Op. HarperCollins: Avon. 2003
Dennis Chalker is an average person before he joins the military. He first joined the Army Airborne in the early 1970’s. He then volunteered to be a candidate for the elite Naval Special Forces units. They did missions that no other company would do even if they were practically impossible. He was part of one of the hardest selection processes after he joined the basic underwater demolition seal training. Dennis moved through the ranks very fast and was chosen by Richard Marcinko for a leadership role in Red cell. Dennis is a plank owner of six, which means that he was one of the original members. Red cell was a team of seals that were used to test the security of naval bases all over the world. In the book they also explained what seal team six’s role was, and they are a team that specializes in anti terrorist operations. Throughout this book Dennis talks about how they prepared, the deployment, and strategies for survival during the operations. I liked this book because it explains and gives vivid detail on the missions that he endured. It describes how hard the training was and how committed he was. This book kind of reminds me of what one of my friends wants to do. Overall I would definitely recommend this book if you like military stories.
SPEAK
speak by laurie halse anderson
Could you picture a world where everyone looks at you different? Everyone talks about you, despises you, and could care less about anything you do? This is what life is like for a young, freshman girl, Melinda. She was so innocent, until one of the last nights of summer. Her and her friends thought it would be cool to go to a party. They were all drinking there, and something went wrong with Melinda, so she had no other choice but to call the police. A few people heard her calling the police, everyone started freaking out and panicking, and before they could run or try to stop her, they police were already there. Her friends ignored her for the rest of the summer, and she knew she was in for a big treat on the first day of high school. Read Speak and find out how she handles her years in high school with everyone against her.
This is a very good book to read. It teaches you about change, and how to find yourself. It will show you that you only need to be you, no one else. You don’t need to do certain things to fit in. I thought that this book was outstanding and I would love to see the movie and read other novels by Laurie Halse Anderson. I think that the author has a very good writing style and it is good for teenage girls. It lets them find themselves and it helps them enjoy their reading. I would recommend this book for any teenage girl who enjoys reading, and is looking for a good read.
Could you picture a world where everyone looks at you different? Everyone talks about you, despises you, and could care less about anything you do? This is what life is like for a young, freshman girl, Melinda. She was so innocent, until one of the last nights of summer. Her and her friends thought it would be cool to go to a party. They were all drinking there, and something went wrong with Melinda, so she had no other choice but to call the police. A few people heard her calling the police, everyone started freaking out and panicking, and before they could run or try to stop her, they police were already there. Her friends ignored her for the rest of the summer, and she knew she was in for a big treat on the first day of high school. Read Speak and find out how she handles her years in high school with everyone against her.
This is a very good book to read. It teaches you about change, and how to find yourself. It will show you that you only need to be you, no one else. You don’t need to do certain things to fit in. I thought that this book was outstanding and I would love to see the movie and read other novels by Laurie Halse Anderson. I think that the author has a very good writing style and it is good for teenage girls. It lets them find themselves and it helps them enjoy their reading. I would recommend this book for any teenage girl who enjoys reading, and is looking for a good read.
Kite Runner Blog Post
The Story Kite Runner shows a boy named Amir living in Afghanistan. He becomes friends with his servant Hassan, even though it is illegal for them to be so close. The ruling power in Afghanistan is being turned over to Taliban rule. The two best freinds are seperated by an incident after the running of the kites. Amir flees to Pakistan then later on to California where he feels lost without his bestfriend. After Amir's father becomes ill, Amir hears of news from Afghanistan and he immediatley flies back to his home country to find out the news. The store is great for anyone interested in underground operations, and actions filled novels.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
The Juvie Three: Gordan Korman
Korman, Gordan. The Juvie Three. Hyperion Books for Children: New York, 2008.
Three young teens who headed down the wrong road in life are given the opportunity of a lifetime when they are enrolled in a juvenile delinquent program. The programs aim is to help these troubled kids to readapt to a crime free life. The program head, Mr. Healy imposes strict guidelines on the juveniles in his program and with any step out of line Mr. Healy would send them back to the big house. After some time in the program the newly freed delinquents begin to show great progress, but when all seems to be going to plan Mr. Healy is involved in an accident which put him in a coma. Now the real struggle begins, should the three troubled teens keep on the right path or will the lingering temptation of going back to life on the streets stop them in their paths?
I was inspired to read this novel by Mandy’s post. I agree with her review completely. The author does a great job in using the setting as a key asset in the story by portraying to the reader how the city mocks the three young criminals. I liked this novel a lot mostly because it was very quick in developing a plotline; there is a constant sense of curiosity that keeps the readers turning each page. I would recommend this novel to mostly young adult males because so of the issues are a bit mature in nature and because a male can relate and understand the characters’ constant moral struggles.
Schmidt. The Juvie Three
Korman, Gordan.The Juvie Three.New York:Hyperian Books.2008
The Juvie Three by Gordan Korman is about three boys who unlike so many in life are given a second chance. Gecko Foss was involved in a robbery, Terence Florian was a part of one of the toughest gangs around, and Arjay Moran killed a man. What do these three boys have in common? They were all approached by Douglas Healy who would change their lives forever. Mr. Healy gave these boys an opportunity to rejoin the real world. However when Mr. Healy ends up in a coma not remembering anything the boys have to join together so they can remain on the outside. The boys learn how to work with one another to fight through the temptations of their past lives. This book is truly an enriching and inspiring book about friendship and trust.
Mandy Rusk inspired me to read this book. It was different from all of the other novels many girls had read, it wasn't the typical love story. It seemed intriguing and inspiring. I agree with her review of the book it really does show and teach you a lot about friendship and loyalty. I like that the book shows that when you are given a second chance in life you need to take it to the fullest. If you want to change your life and things to be different you will have to work for it, just like Gecko, Terence, and Arjay had work to overcome their past. The last thing i liked about the book was it was relate able in a way that was not quite so blunt. It showed temptation which everyone deals with however their temptations are different from the kind I experience. All around I thought it was a great and easy read!
The Juvie Three by Gordan Korman is about three boys who unlike so many in life are given a second chance. Gecko Foss was involved in a robbery, Terence Florian was a part of one of the toughest gangs around, and Arjay Moran killed a man. What do these three boys have in common? They were all approached by Douglas Healy who would change their lives forever. Mr. Healy gave these boys an opportunity to rejoin the real world. However when Mr. Healy ends up in a coma not remembering anything the boys have to join together so they can remain on the outside. The boys learn how to work with one another to fight through the temptations of their past lives. This book is truly an enriching and inspiring book about friendship and trust.
Mandy Rusk inspired me to read this book. It was different from all of the other novels many girls had read, it wasn't the typical love story. It seemed intriguing and inspiring. I agree with her review of the book it really does show and teach you a lot about friendship and loyalty. I like that the book shows that when you are given a second chance in life you need to take it to the fullest. If you want to change your life and things to be different you will have to work for it, just like Gecko, Terence, and Arjay had work to overcome their past. The last thing i liked about the book was it was relate able in a way that was not quite so blunt. It showed temptation which everyone deals with however their temptations are different from the kind I experience. All around I thought it was a great and easy read!
Twilight: Stephanie Meyer
Meyer,Stephanie.Twilight. New York: Little Brown and Company 2005
Bella Swan takes chances everyday just to be with the boy that she loves; the terrifying thing being that he could kill her at any. Bella Swan moved to a little town in the state of Washington to complete her third year of high school. She here meets who could be the most wonderful person of her life. This person is a vampire who is constantly craving Bella’s blood. There are many things he can do and many other things he can eat, but will that be enough to stop the constant need for her? The town that Twilight takes place is an eerie, and dangerous. This makes it easy for vampires to search; it gives the reader a rushing feeling when reading. Although it is odd, the relationship that these two share is unbelievable. This is one novel you will not be able to put down. It’s a love story that will attract all kinds of an audience.
I enjoyed this book very much; I read it in just a few days. It is pretty long but very easy to get through. Before I read this book, I heard about all the hype; and now I know. It is one of the best stories I have ever read.
Bella Swan takes chances everyday just to be with the boy that she loves; the terrifying thing being that he could kill her at any. Bella Swan moved to a little town in the state of Washington to complete her third year of high school. She here meets who could be the most wonderful person of her life. This person is a vampire who is constantly craving Bella’s blood. There are many things he can do and many other things he can eat, but will that be enough to stop the constant need for her? The town that Twilight takes place is an eerie, and dangerous. This makes it easy for vampires to search; it gives the reader a rushing feeling when reading. Although it is odd, the relationship that these two share is unbelievable. This is one novel you will not be able to put down. It’s a love story that will attract all kinds of an audience.
I enjoyed this book very much; I read it in just a few days. It is pretty long but very easy to get through. Before I read this book, I heard about all the hype; and now I know. It is one of the best stories I have ever read.
C. Brenneman, Mrs. Brown, New Moon
Meyers, Stephanie. New Moon. Little, Brown Young Readers: New York, 2006.
This engaging romantic sequel to the best selling book, Twilight by Stephanie Meyer will shock and captivate readers who are already fans of Bella Swan and Edward Cullen. In this thrilling novel, readers will be taken on a journey from familiar Forks, Washington all the way to Italy when Edward's brother Jasper makes a terrible mistake, and Edward's only means of keeping his true love safe is to leave her behind. Will Bella’s affection for Edward, and her adrenaline rush for danger bring her to the edge of death? And will Edward make a terrible sacrifice in the name of love? For the answer to these questions, and to find out where Edward and Bella's relationship goes, read New Moon by Stephanie Meyer to find out how the devotion of two people will change their lives dramatically.
After reading previous posts, I decided to read New Moon because of Sam’s review, and just because I had also read Twilight. Although one must read the first book in the series to fully comprehend the storyline, it is definitely worth the time. Stephanie Meyer’s style of writing is appealing to young adults, and older adults as well. I find that her writing is enjoyable because she uses a lot of metaphors and writes very basically. Many people comment that she is an underdeveloped writer, but her lack of experience actually makes her books enjoyable. The writing is easy to interpret although sometimes it is repetitive. I would recommend this book, especially to those who are interested in the Twilight series and have read the first book as well.
This engaging romantic sequel to the best selling book, Twilight by Stephanie Meyer will shock and captivate readers who are already fans of Bella Swan and Edward Cullen. In this thrilling novel, readers will be taken on a journey from familiar Forks, Washington all the way to Italy when Edward's brother Jasper makes a terrible mistake, and Edward's only means of keeping his true love safe is to leave her behind. Will Bella’s affection for Edward, and her adrenaline rush for danger bring her to the edge of death? And will Edward make a terrible sacrifice in the name of love? For the answer to these questions, and to find out where Edward and Bella's relationship goes, read New Moon by Stephanie Meyer to find out how the devotion of two people will change their lives dramatically.
After reading previous posts, I decided to read New Moon because of Sam’s review, and just because I had also read Twilight. Although one must read the first book in the series to fully comprehend the storyline, it is definitely worth the time. Stephanie Meyer’s style of writing is appealing to young adults, and older adults as well. I find that her writing is enjoyable because she uses a lot of metaphors and writes very basically. Many people comment that she is an underdeveloped writer, but her lack of experience actually makes her books enjoyable. The writing is easy to interpret although sometimes it is repetitive. I would recommend this book, especially to those who are interested in the Twilight series and have read the first book as well.
stapocsi, mrs. brown, nineteen minutes
Picoult, Jodi. Nineteen Minutes. New York: Atria, 2007.
Nineteen minutes was all it took for everything to happen. Ten people were gone in this time period. Peter Houghton was a victim of bullying and he took this out on these ten people. The entire city was shocked and in distress from this event. Alex was appointed to be the judge for this trial. Alex’s daughter used to be best friends with peter until they went there separate ways once they hit high school. She went to the popular crowd and he stayed true to his self and who he really was. The town has to heal and recover from this mess that happened. Will it recover peacefully or in a disastrous way?
I decided to read this because of cbrenneman’s post. I agreed with her view on the book. I thought the use of flashbacks did work and help you understand the story better. The setting and the reality of this actually happening makes the book more interesting. This could happen to anyone anywhere in the world. It could happen to you, at your school, and in your town. This just makes it more interesting and makes you want to keep reading and find out what happens. I liked the whole book and it was very interesting to me. I believe people should read it because Picoult did a very well job of putting it together and writing it and it was very good.
Nineteen minutes was all it took for everything to happen. Ten people were gone in this time period. Peter Houghton was a victim of bullying and he took this out on these ten people. The entire city was shocked and in distress from this event. Alex was appointed to be the judge for this trial. Alex’s daughter used to be best friends with peter until they went there separate ways once they hit high school. She went to the popular crowd and he stayed true to his self and who he really was. The town has to heal and recover from this mess that happened. Will it recover peacefully or in a disastrous way?
I decided to read this because of cbrenneman’s post. I agreed with her view on the book. I thought the use of flashbacks did work and help you understand the story better. The setting and the reality of this actually happening makes the book more interesting. This could happen to anyone anywhere in the world. It could happen to you, at your school, and in your town. This just makes it more interesting and makes you want to keep reading and find out what happens. I liked the whole book and it was very interesting to me. I believe people should read it because Picoult did a very well job of putting it together and writing it and it was very good.
Mandy Rusk. Mrs. Brown. The Bitch Posse
O’Connor, Martha. The Bitch Posse. New York: St. Martin’s Grifin, 2005.
How much trouble can three girls get into? The Bitch Posse by Martha O’Connor describes what you might have guessed and more. Three teenage girls, Rennie, Cherry and Amy tell you their story as seniors in a boring town. The best friends wow to be loyal forever, and get into as much trouble as they can because, as they explain, no one messes with the Bitch Posse. Throughout this tale, woven by three separate viewpoints, the reader looks into their lives as middle aged women, trying to forget a secret that has been trapping them in their pasts.
I was inspired to read this book by Katie’s post. At first I skipped over it but after hearing more about it I decided to take a look and was immediately interested. Even though it’s a dark and sometimes depressing read, I’m sure many teens can relate to these girls in some way. I liked the story, but I liked the writing style even more. The references to a past while telling the story being referenced to, hooks the reader and demands their full attention. Like Katie, I recommend that only older teens, like seniors or girls in college read this book. A lot of it is disturbing because it is so real.
How much trouble can three girls get into? The Bitch Posse by Martha O’Connor describes what you might have guessed and more. Three teenage girls, Rennie, Cherry and Amy tell you their story as seniors in a boring town. The best friends wow to be loyal forever, and get into as much trouble as they can because, as they explain, no one messes with the Bitch Posse. Throughout this tale, woven by three separate viewpoints, the reader looks into their lives as middle aged women, trying to forget a secret that has been trapping them in their pasts.
I was inspired to read this book by Katie’s post. At first I skipped over it but after hearing more about it I decided to take a look and was immediately interested. Even though it’s a dark and sometimes depressing read, I’m sure many teens can relate to these girls in some way. I liked the story, but I liked the writing style even more. The references to a past while telling the story being referenced to, hooks the reader and demands their full attention. Like Katie, I recommend that only older teens, like seniors or girls in college read this book. A lot of it is disturbing because it is so real.
David Walker, Brown, Splinter Cell
Michaels, David. Splinter Cell. Berkley Books: New York, 2004.
Intense, action packed, and suspenseful are all words that describe the book I read, Splinter Cell. It takes place all over the world. This story revolves around the main character, Sam Fischer; he is a spy for an extremely secretive organization that sends its special agents to retrieve vital information for the good of the country. He must spy, sneak and kill in order to accomplish his mission, but for Sam Fischer, this is just an ordinary day at the office.
I read this book because I noticed the review by Corey Hanna. It sounded very intense and engaging, a real page turner. This novel did not disappoint me in the least bit; it was full of action, as well as a large amount of suspense. It also included a good background on the man behind the superhero spy. He lives an ordinary life when he is not doing his job. He has a daughter that he has a very rocky relationship with, which makes him seem to be more like an everyday person. Character depth was just another bonus to this story. Also, Michales does a very good job at placing Sam in extremely gripping situations. He could be hanging from a ceiling, right above his enemies, and he must remain unnoticed or he will be killed. I totally agree with Corey that this is a very good book.
Intense, action packed, and suspenseful are all words that describe the book I read, Splinter Cell. It takes place all over the world. This story revolves around the main character, Sam Fischer; he is a spy for an extremely secretive organization that sends its special agents to retrieve vital information for the good of the country. He must spy, sneak and kill in order to accomplish his mission, but for Sam Fischer, this is just an ordinary day at the office.
I read this book because I noticed the review by Corey Hanna. It sounded very intense and engaging, a real page turner. This novel did not disappoint me in the least bit; it was full of action, as well as a large amount of suspense. It also included a good background on the man behind the superhero spy. He lives an ordinary life when he is not doing his job. He has a daughter that he has a very rocky relationship with, which makes him seem to be more like an everyday person. Character depth was just another bonus to this story. Also, Michales does a very good job at placing Sam in extremely gripping situations. He could be hanging from a ceiling, right above his enemies, and he must remain unnoticed or he will be killed. I totally agree with Corey that this is a very good book.
V Reigh, Mrs. Brown, Into the Wild
Krakauer, Jon. Into the Wild. Anchor Books: New York, 1996
Into the Wild is a very compelling book. It takes place all around the United States but mainly in the state of Alaska. McCandless attended Emory University and after he graduated with a degree he thought it would be a fun idea to hitch-hike to Alaska, and that it would be a fun road trip. McCandless had to encounter many obstacles. He had to find ways to survive. One man that he became very good friends with was Wayne Westerber. This guy helped out McCandless a lot, he was the man who drove McCandless into Alaskas wilderness in his truck and gave him ten pounds of rice to survive off of. Earlier in the story McCandless changes his name to Alex. That is very important because he doesn't want anyone to know where he came from anything about his past or most importantly he doesn't want his parents to find him through the FBI, which they have tried to do several times. Alex just doesn't want to be discovered. The most important people in Into the Wild is McCandless "Alex" he ventured off into the wilderness of Alaska by himself, another important person is the author of this story Joh Krakauer who is a news reporter and follows this story about Alex and his adventures and how he dies. The Author uses a style of a collection of writings of Alex's', Jon's articals the he has written and he creates a book that you want to read and that you will enjoy. Especially if you love wilderness.
Into the Wild is a very compelling book. It takes place all around the United States but mainly in the state of Alaska. McCandless attended Emory University and after he graduated with a degree he thought it would be a fun idea to hitch-hike to Alaska, and that it would be a fun road trip. McCandless had to encounter many obstacles. He had to find ways to survive. One man that he became very good friends with was Wayne Westerber. This guy helped out McCandless a lot, he was the man who drove McCandless into Alaskas wilderness in his truck and gave him ten pounds of rice to survive off of. Earlier in the story McCandless changes his name to Alex. That is very important because he doesn't want anyone to know where he came from anything about his past or most importantly he doesn't want his parents to find him through the FBI, which they have tried to do several times. Alex just doesn't want to be discovered. The most important people in Into the Wild is McCandless "Alex" he ventured off into the wilderness of Alaska by himself, another important person is the author of this story Joh Krakauer who is a news reporter and follows this story about Alex and his adventures and how he dies. The Author uses a style of a collection of writings of Alex's', Jon's articals the he has written and he creates a book that you want to read and that you will enjoy. Especially if you love wilderness.
A. Wheeler, Mrs. Brown, The Marine
Josephs, Rudy. The Marine. World Wrestling Entertainment: July 25, 2006
Imagine yourself just getting back from the war in Afghanistan and being told to live a normal life. This is what has happened to John Triton a Marine who has returned home to South Carolina. He like any other Marine has a hard time adjusting to the laid back life style of living at home. So his wife Kate decides that getting John out of the house would be a great idea, so they go on a camping trip. On their way they stop at a gas station to get some gas and to buy a couple last minute things, when out of nowhere a car came speeding into the gas station. There were 5 people in the car, and they looked really suspicious but John didn’t notice. All of a sudden one grabs Kate and throws her into the car. John goes running to chase after them but another shoots the gas tank in his truck and the truck goes up in flames, and another hits him with a fire extinguisher, almost knocking him out . He runs and gets in one of the cop cars and the instincts leaned in the war kick in and he pursues them. The question is will he find his wife in one piece?
In the story the author makes sure to give great in-depth descriptions of the main characters. Also the setting in the story is very well described; it starts off in the battle fields of Afghanistan, and then turns to the peaceful life of the south. This gives the reader almost two different aspects to look at when reading the book and gives you descriptions into the story. Josephs is a great author and his action packed story makes me want to read more of his book. Overall the book was an easy, good read.
Imagine yourself just getting back from the war in Afghanistan and being told to live a normal life. This is what has happened to John Triton a Marine who has returned home to South Carolina. He like any other Marine has a hard time adjusting to the laid back life style of living at home. So his wife Kate decides that getting John out of the house would be a great idea, so they go on a camping trip. On their way they stop at a gas station to get some gas and to buy a couple last minute things, when out of nowhere a car came speeding into the gas station. There were 5 people in the car, and they looked really suspicious but John didn’t notice. All of a sudden one grabs Kate and throws her into the car. John goes running to chase after them but another shoots the gas tank in his truck and the truck goes up in flames, and another hits him with a fire extinguisher, almost knocking him out . He runs and gets in one of the cop cars and the instincts leaned in the war kick in and he pursues them. The question is will he find his wife in one piece?
In the story the author makes sure to give great in-depth descriptions of the main characters. Also the setting in the story is very well described; it starts off in the battle fields of Afghanistan, and then turns to the peaceful life of the south. This gives the reader almost two different aspects to look at when reading the book and gives you descriptions into the story. Josephs is a great author and his action packed story makes me want to read more of his book. Overall the book was an easy, good read.
The Contender
Josh Lubell
Mrs. Brown
The Contender
What happens when you drop out of high school, you have the same old job, no family, nothing? Alfred Brooks has this problem. He knows that if he doesn't do something, his life isn't going anywhere. Alfred joins a boxing club because his best friend James started hanging around a gang that pushes Alfred around. His coach does everything in his power to help Alfred with his problems, and guide his life into the right direction. Alfred learns that what he got himself into will be a life changing experience
Mrs. Brown
The Contender
What happens when you drop out of high school, you have the same old job, no family, nothing? Alfred Brooks has this problem. He knows that if he doesn't do something, his life isn't going anywhere. Alfred joins a boxing club because his best friend James started hanging around a gang that pushes Alfred around. His coach does everything in his power to help Alfred with his problems, and guide his life into the right direction. Alfred learns that what he got himself into will be a life changing experience
Monday, March 16, 2009
S. Huston, Mrs. Brown, Eclipse
Meyer, Stephenie. Eclipse. New York: Little Brown and Company, 2007.
Bella is dating vampire Edward Cullen, which causes stress in her friendship with Jacob Black, a werewolf and an enemy of vampires. At first Edward is overprotective of Bella, always concerned about her safety around an uncontrollable werewolf; however, when Bella and the Cullens are threatened by Victoria, a vampire whose mate was killed by the Cullens, and an army of dangerous newborn vampires who she creates, Edward relies on Jacob and the pack of werewolves to form an alliance in order to protect Bella’s life. Throughout the intense battles, Bella realizes that she loves both Edward and Jacob, but in different ways, and must decide which person she wants to be with. Bella once described Jacob as her sun, but can the sun survive a lunar eclipse? Who will Bella choose to be her only love? Will Victoria be triumphant in killing Bella and afflicting the pain she felt over the loss of James on Edward?
The setting is in Forks, Washington, where there are many forestry areas and mountains where the battles occur. The setting reflects upon the mystifying, and in Victoria and the newborns’ case, sinister characteristics of the supernatural characters. The time of the novel is present time period, which allows the audience to relate to the culture of the characters.
The beautiful romance, which encompasses love and trust, between Bella and Edward captivates the female audience. Bella trusts her life, which is constantly endangered by vengeful vampires, to Edward, and would rather die than put him or his family in danger.
Meyer also utilizes tension, drama, and suspense in the climax to provide heart-pounding intensity to the reader and make the novel impossible to cease reading.
Bella is dating vampire Edward Cullen, which causes stress in her friendship with Jacob Black, a werewolf and an enemy of vampires. At first Edward is overprotective of Bella, always concerned about her safety around an uncontrollable werewolf; however, when Bella and the Cullens are threatened by Victoria, a vampire whose mate was killed by the Cullens, and an army of dangerous newborn vampires who she creates, Edward relies on Jacob and the pack of werewolves to form an alliance in order to protect Bella’s life. Throughout the intense battles, Bella realizes that she loves both Edward and Jacob, but in different ways, and must decide which person she wants to be with. Bella once described Jacob as her sun, but can the sun survive a lunar eclipse? Who will Bella choose to be her only love? Will Victoria be triumphant in killing Bella and afflicting the pain she felt over the loss of James on Edward?
The setting is in Forks, Washington, where there are many forestry areas and mountains where the battles occur. The setting reflects upon the mystifying, and in Victoria and the newborns’ case, sinister characteristics of the supernatural characters. The time of the novel is present time period, which allows the audience to relate to the culture of the characters.
The beautiful romance, which encompasses love and trust, between Bella and Edward captivates the female audience. Bella trusts her life, which is constantly endangered by vengeful vampires, to Edward, and would rather die than put him or his family in danger.
Meyer also utilizes tension, drama, and suspense in the climax to provide heart-pounding intensity to the reader and make the novel impossible to cease reading.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Bitch posse
Brandy Dahlgren
Mrs. Brown
The Bitch Posse
The Bitch Posse by Martha O’Connor is a very controversial book. It is very graphic and it very definitive. While reading it it really makes you think about your own morals. It makes you question yourself how far you would go if you were put in a situation that they are faced with. Bitch Posse tells a story of three girls Rennie, Cherry, and Amy. It starts with a chapter told from each girl’s perspective when they are in high school seniors. Each girl goes through something very dramatic in their high school life that will affect them the rest of their life. Find out what happens in their life and if it will bring the three girls closer together or tear their friendship apart. The book skips around, going from their high school perspectives to their middle aged perspectives. Each girl has different difficulties going on in their high school life. Their all best friends but all have a different story to tell. I would recommend this book to a mature high school senior or a college aged girl; most girls would be able to relate themselves to the situations at least one of the girls goes through in the story. The book is pretty easy to follow and easy to get into. I was inspired to read this by Katie’s post and I agree with her post. It was very much like she explained it and I also liked it.
O’Connor, Martha. The Bitch Posse. New York: St. Martin’s Grifin, 2005.
Mrs. Brown
The Bitch Posse
The Bitch Posse by Martha O’Connor is a very controversial book. It is very graphic and it very definitive. While reading it it really makes you think about your own morals. It makes you question yourself how far you would go if you were put in a situation that they are faced with. Bitch Posse tells a story of three girls Rennie, Cherry, and Amy. It starts with a chapter told from each girl’s perspective when they are in high school seniors. Each girl goes through something very dramatic in their high school life that will affect them the rest of their life. Find out what happens in their life and if it will bring the three girls closer together or tear their friendship apart. The book skips around, going from their high school perspectives to their middle aged perspectives. Each girl has different difficulties going on in their high school life. Their all best friends but all have a different story to tell. I would recommend this book to a mature high school senior or a college aged girl; most girls would be able to relate themselves to the situations at least one of the girls goes through in the story. The book is pretty easy to follow and easy to get into. I was inspired to read this by Katie’s post and I agree with her post. It was very much like she explained it and I also liked it.
O’Connor, Martha. The Bitch Posse. New York: St. Martin’s Grifin, 2005.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
C.Hanna, Brown, Splinter Cell
In the first book of the Splinter Cells series, there have been many threats from unknown people/organizations, targeting the United States. Now a small department of the U.S. government that “doesn’t exist” must find out who is targeting the nation, and deal with the situation before conditions escalate. A splinter cell is a member of the organization who must spy, steal, and destroy, anything, and anyone in his or her way. Now one of them, Sam Fisher, must use these tactics in order to defend his country.
The main character in this book is Sam Fisher, and he is a single father with a daughter who has no idea what he does for a living. He is single and lives in Maryland, within close contact with those calling the shots in Washington. Another important character in this book is Colonel Irving Lambert, who controls everything that Sam does, tells him where do go, and what to do. Carly St. John is the computer wizard who does everything she can to help Sam complete his mission and to get him out of trouble if needed.
On his missions, Sam gets to travel all over the word, especially into terrorist hot beds such as the Middle East and former Soviet countries. He travels by any means necessary, by plane, boat, or by any land transportation, to get where his needs to go. But he does live alone in his own house in a little town called Towson Maryland.
In my opinion, this is a very good book, the author David Michaels, does a very good job with creating a lot of suspense and action into it. I would recommend this to anyone who likes a lot of action and suspence.
The main character in this book is Sam Fisher, and he is a single father with a daughter who has no idea what he does for a living. He is single and lives in Maryland, within close contact with those calling the shots in Washington. Another important character in this book is Colonel Irving Lambert, who controls everything that Sam does, tells him where do go, and what to do. Carly St. John is the computer wizard who does everything she can to help Sam complete his mission and to get him out of trouble if needed.
On his missions, Sam gets to travel all over the word, especially into terrorist hot beds such as the Middle East and former Soviet countries. He travels by any means necessary, by plane, boat, or by any land transportation, to get where his needs to go. But he does live alone in his own house in a little town called Towson Maryland.
In my opinion, this is a very good book, the author David Michaels, does a very good job with creating a lot of suspense and action into it. I would recommend this to anyone who likes a lot of action and suspence.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
C.Pistone Brown The Pact
The Pact is an eye catching, attention grabbing book. It makes you look at life differently after you read it. You will appreciate life and everyone around you more after you read this book. I thought it was a good book and it let me realizes what I have in life is good and I shouldn’t take it for granted. It teaches you many life long lessons along the way also.
The two main characters, Chris Hearte and Emily Gold, are born about 5 months apart. Their families are very close and they happen to live right next door to each other. They spend every day together and couldn’t be closer. They are best friends growing up and end up falling in love. They date, and are happy as ever, but the tragedy that comes across the two families is so unexpected, they don’t know what to do. Throughout this exciting, action filled love story, you will become so close to the two families you feel like its one of your own. You’ll experience the heart break and pain the families have to go through.
I personally like this type of writing style. It may be hard to read at some times, but it also makes the book more interesting and makes it more fun to read. I would greatly consider reading another one of her books because they are very interesting and packed with a lot of great things.
The two main characters, Chris Hearte and Emily Gold, are born about 5 months apart. Their families are very close and they happen to live right next door to each other. They spend every day together and couldn’t be closer. They are best friends growing up and end up falling in love. They date, and are happy as ever, but the tragedy that comes across the two families is so unexpected, they don’t know what to do. Throughout this exciting, action filled love story, you will become so close to the two families you feel like its one of your own. You’ll experience the heart break and pain the families have to go through.
I personally like this type of writing style. It may be hard to read at some times, but it also makes the book more interesting and makes it more fun to read. I would greatly consider reading another one of her books because they are very interesting and packed with a lot of great things.
Monday, January 5, 2009
V. Meneese, Mrs. Brown, The Body of Christopher Creed
V. Meneese, Mrs. Brown, The Body of Christopher Creed
Plum-Ucci, Carol. The Body of Christopher Creed. New York: Volo Books, 2001
The Body of Christopher Creed is the first novel written by Carol Plum-Ucci. In this novel she addresses important social issues that many teenagers deal with in their everyday lives. She deals with school bullies, popularity and how people are viewed from the popular and unpopular perspective. The story is told by using flashbacks. This is a great book to read if you enjoy mysteries. It keeps you engaged the entire time.
The Body of Christopher Creed is about the mysterious disappearance of a high school outsider. Christopher Creed is the boy no one likes. He’s the boy that gets bullied and teased by the popular kids. He never seems to fit in with any of the high school cliques. One day Christopher Creed disappears. His disappearance grabs hold of the entire town’s attention and it upsets the lives of those who tormented him. Creed's disappearance has an overwhelming effect on Torey Adams who is Steepleton high school's popular football star. Torey makes a mission out of trying to discover what happened to his classmate. A few of his friends join him to embark upon this challenging task. Will they ever find his body? Did he commit suicide or did he just runaway? In this long process of searching for answers and clues Torey discovers important truths about the impact his actions have on the lives of others.
From this novel you will learn not to make assumptions based on the popular opinion. You will also learn to treat people the way you would want to be treated. And you will also learn that what you do and or say affects the lives of others.
Plum-Ucci, Carol. The Body of Christopher Creed. New York: Volo Books, 2001
The Body of Christopher Creed is the first novel written by Carol Plum-Ucci. In this novel she addresses important social issues that many teenagers deal with in their everyday lives. She deals with school bullies, popularity and how people are viewed from the popular and unpopular perspective. The story is told by using flashbacks. This is a great book to read if you enjoy mysteries. It keeps you engaged the entire time.
The Body of Christopher Creed is about the mysterious disappearance of a high school outsider. Christopher Creed is the boy no one likes. He’s the boy that gets bullied and teased by the popular kids. He never seems to fit in with any of the high school cliques. One day Christopher Creed disappears. His disappearance grabs hold of the entire town’s attention and it upsets the lives of those who tormented him. Creed's disappearance has an overwhelming effect on Torey Adams who is Steepleton high school's popular football star. Torey makes a mission out of trying to discover what happened to his classmate. A few of his friends join him to embark upon this challenging task. Will they ever find his body? Did he commit suicide or did he just runaway? In this long process of searching for answers and clues Torey discovers important truths about the impact his actions have on the lives of others.
From this novel you will learn not to make assumptions based on the popular opinion. You will also learn to treat people the way you would want to be treated. And you will also learn that what you do and or say affects the lives of others.
K. Morgano.Mrs.Brown, The Bitch Posse
The Bitch Posse - Martha O'Connor
This book follows three girls Amy, Rennie, and Cherry; three girls who were “outcasts, rebels and dreamers.” (O’Connor) This book does skip around a lot but isn’t too hard to follow. Each chapter is told from a different point of view. Each girl is very different in that they all share different experiences. While reading, you may be able to relate to one girl more than the other. Are you the one who strives for excellence, but wants a bit of rebellion in your life? Or are you the girl who struggles with an extremely unstable family, but wants that stability back? Or could you be the girl on the verge of adulthood, who thinks that she’s ready? This story describes these girls as seniors in high school, and as they grow up into their mid thirties. These three girls have secrets; and these secrets are what ruin their lives. Will it tear them apart or bring them closer together? The Bitch Posse is a very dark and bitter story. This book was not only a mature read, but quite distressing at times. “The Bitch Posse is an anthem for friendships.” (O’Connor) It is easy to relate to in means of growing up. The hardships any girl may take are covered in this story; although they are pushed to extremes. The Bitch Posse may test what you think morally, but it will keep you reading.
This book follows three girls Amy, Rennie, and Cherry; three girls who were “outcasts, rebels and dreamers.” (O’Connor) This book does skip around a lot but isn’t too hard to follow. Each chapter is told from a different point of view. Each girl is very different in that they all share different experiences. While reading, you may be able to relate to one girl more than the other. Are you the one who strives for excellence, but wants a bit of rebellion in your life? Or are you the girl who struggles with an extremely unstable family, but wants that stability back? Or could you be the girl on the verge of adulthood, who thinks that she’s ready? This story describes these girls as seniors in high school, and as they grow up into their mid thirties. These three girls have secrets; and these secrets are what ruin their lives. Will it tear them apart or bring them closer together? The Bitch Posse is a very dark and bitter story. This book was not only a mature read, but quite distressing at times. “The Bitch Posse is an anthem for friendships.” (O’Connor) It is easy to relate to in means of growing up. The hardships any girl may take are covered in this story; although they are pushed to extremes. The Bitch Posse may test what you think morally, but it will keep you reading.
Connor Perry
Weeks, Sarah. So B. It. New York: HarperCollins, 2004.
Heidi is not like any average preteen girl. When Heidi was an infant she and her mentally challenged mother found themselves in a dire situation. With nothing left to live for they found themselves going door to door for help. Finally, an agoraphobic woman named Bernadette lets them in to her life and begins to take care of them as if they were her own. Heidi grows up as a normal child should, but as she enters her preteen years she begins to question her past. How did she get here? Who was her father? Upon her questioning, Heidi discovers a camera and decides to develop the film. The film begins to hint at Heidi’s past and she embarks on the adventure of a lifetime to solve her much concealed past. Sarah Weeks uses strong characterization to give the reader a better idea of how one would deal with a mentally challenged parent. Weeks is often regarded to a being a great user of figurative language. She uses an array of metaphors and similes throughout the novel to describe Heidi’s troubles and discoveries as she journeys through life. The author also portrays the importance of setting in the novel by strongly describing each location Heidi reaches. Each setting Heidi visits plays a large role on how she feels at that point in the novel. This novel is a great coming to age story, great for all audiences.
Heidi is not like any average preteen girl. When Heidi was an infant she and her mentally challenged mother found themselves in a dire situation. With nothing left to live for they found themselves going door to door for help. Finally, an agoraphobic woman named Bernadette lets them in to her life and begins to take care of them as if they were her own. Heidi grows up as a normal child should, but as she enters her preteen years she begins to question her past. How did she get here? Who was her father? Upon her questioning, Heidi discovers a camera and decides to develop the film. The film begins to hint at Heidi’s past and she embarks on the adventure of a lifetime to solve her much concealed past. Sarah Weeks uses strong characterization to give the reader a better idea of how one would deal with a mentally challenged parent. Weeks is often regarded to a being a great user of figurative language. She uses an array of metaphors and similes throughout the novel to describe Heidi’s troubles and discoveries as she journeys through life. The author also portrays the importance of setting in the novel by strongly describing each location Heidi reaches. Each setting Heidi visits plays a large role on how she feels at that point in the novel. This novel is a great coming to age story, great for all audiences.
Peter Doyle
Mrs. Brown
Wiese, Bill. 23 minutes in hell. Charisma House: Florida, 2006
Bill Wiese experienced a vision on November 23, 1998. In his book he explains how he woke up at 3:00 am and was in hell being tortured by four beasts. He landed in a cell that was about fifteen feet high and ten feet in depth. When he was in the cell he says he felt very week and when he looked around inside his cell to see if he was the only one he discovered he was in there with two enormous beasts. These creatures were around ten to thirteen feet tall. He describes one of the beasts with bumps and scales all over its body, a huge jaw, and huge teeth. It was pacing in the cell like a bull. The second beast was taller and thinner and it had very long arms and razor sharp fins that covered its body. While he is waiting in the cell two more of these beasts come into his cell and then it goes completely dark. He was picked up by one of the creatures and thrown into the wall and he said he felt like every bone in his body was broken. Then the second beast picked him up from behind in a bear hug. The beast’s sharp fins and razor like claws pierced his back. Then the beast shoved his claws into bill’s chest and ripped them outward. He described the smell as if you were to take anything rotten such as a sewer, rotten meat, spoiled eggs, dead rotting animals, and then magnify it by a thousand times you may come close. This book explains what hell is like from Bill Wiese’s experience and how it changed his life.
Mrs. Brown
Wiese, Bill. 23 minutes in hell. Charisma House: Florida, 2006
Bill Wiese experienced a vision on November 23, 1998. In his book he explains how he woke up at 3:00 am and was in hell being tortured by four beasts. He landed in a cell that was about fifteen feet high and ten feet in depth. When he was in the cell he says he felt very week and when he looked around inside his cell to see if he was the only one he discovered he was in there with two enormous beasts. These creatures were around ten to thirteen feet tall. He describes one of the beasts with bumps and scales all over its body, a huge jaw, and huge teeth. It was pacing in the cell like a bull. The second beast was taller and thinner and it had very long arms and razor sharp fins that covered its body. While he is waiting in the cell two more of these beasts come into his cell and then it goes completely dark. He was picked up by one of the creatures and thrown into the wall and he said he felt like every bone in his body was broken. Then the second beast picked him up from behind in a bear hug. The beast’s sharp fins and razor like claws pierced his back. Then the beast shoved his claws into bill’s chest and ripped them outward. He described the smell as if you were to take anything rotten such as a sewer, rotten meat, spoiled eggs, dead rotting animals, and then magnify it by a thousand times you may come close. This book explains what hell is like from Bill Wiese’s experience and how it changed his life.
Mandy Rusk. Mrs. Brown. The Juvie Three
Korman, Gordon. The Juvie Three. New York: Hyperian Books, 2008.
Gecko Foss drove the getaway car, Terence Florian ran with the toughest crowd in Chicago, and Arjay Moran killed a peer. All three find themselves straight in juvenile detention serving time for their actions until Douglas Healy comes along. Mr. Healy’s goal of setting up a program to let juvenile delinquents live in the real world has finally been approved but is on thin ice. The boys must obey every rule; the slightest mishap will land them straight back where they came from. The setup is flawless and the boys do what their told until an accident leaves Mr. Healy in a coma in a nearby hospital with no memory of himself or the boys. Gecko, Terence and Arjay must work together to maintain the perfect lifestyle in an attempt to stay in the free world, but they feel the pressure of past lifestyle habits pulling them backwards.
The author uses indirect characterization that allows the reader to follow each character by his actions. Over time, each character conquers their own personal flaw and, in the end, manages to overcome their mistrust to form a brotherly bond. The message of trust and friendship is portrayed by the author through the actions of each individual character.
The setting in New York City mimics the confusing and busy lives the boys must now lead in order to earn their freedom. This is a must read book that you wont be able to put down.
Gecko Foss drove the getaway car, Terence Florian ran with the toughest crowd in Chicago, and Arjay Moran killed a peer. All three find themselves straight in juvenile detention serving time for their actions until Douglas Healy comes along. Mr. Healy’s goal of setting up a program to let juvenile delinquents live in the real world has finally been approved but is on thin ice. The boys must obey every rule; the slightest mishap will land them straight back where they came from. The setup is flawless and the boys do what their told until an accident leaves Mr. Healy in a coma in a nearby hospital with no memory of himself or the boys. Gecko, Terence and Arjay must work together to maintain the perfect lifestyle in an attempt to stay in the free world, but they feel the pressure of past lifestyle habits pulling them backwards.
The author uses indirect characterization that allows the reader to follow each character by his actions. Over time, each character conquers their own personal flaw and, in the end, manages to overcome their mistrust to form a brotherly bond. The message of trust and friendship is portrayed by the author through the actions of each individual character.
The setting in New York City mimics the confusing and busy lives the boys must now lead in order to earn their freedom. This is a must read book that you wont be able to put down.
C.Schmidt. Mrs.Brown. Twilight
TwilightMeyer,Stephanie.Twilight. New York: Little Brown and Company 2005
Bella Swan risks her life everyday to be with the person she loves; knowing that at any moment if he is not strong enough he could kill her with just one bite. Bella Swan moved to Forks, Washington during her junior year, where she met Edward Cullen, the love of her life. Edward is a vampire who constantly thirsts for Bella’s blood. He can try to satiate the thirst by killing animals instead of humans, but will it become too much for him to handle? Not only does Bella have to worry just about Edward wanting her blood, but what will happen when she meets the family? The setting in Forks,Washington
Bella Swan risks her life everyday to be with the person she loves; knowing that at any moment if he is not strong enough he could kill her with just one bite. Bella Swan moved to Forks, Washington during her junior year, where she met Edward Cullen, the love of her life. Edward is a vampire who constantly thirsts for Bella’s blood. He can try to satiate the thirst by killing animals instead of humans, but will it become too much for him to handle? Not only does Bella have to worry just about Edward wanting her blood, but what will happen when she meets the family? The setting in Forks,
MAndrews. Mrs. Brown. Special OPS
Dockery,Kevin. Harper Collins. Avon. 2003
Dennis Chalker use to be an ordinary civilian doing his usually nine to five shift everyday, always wanting more, he never seemed happy with what he was doing with his life. By continuing to search for himself he volunteered to join the Army Airborne and started his rise through the ranks. Still wanting more, he turned his focus to another branch of the armed forces: The Navy. Chalker once again volunteered his services to train for the Navy Seals Special Forces Unit. If he completed all that the training course could throw at him he would be considered by all to be one of the best. This book One Perfect OP: Navy Seal Special Warfare Teams, takes you through Chalker’s very early days in the Army, from his countless missions in Granada, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, all the way up to his most top secret missions with the seals team. Which include his most successful mission which he calls a “perfect op”. This book shows the detailed inner workings of how a seal operation works all the way up to the completion. And never has there been a more perfect story of the extraordinary brotherhood of the soldiers serving to protect our nation.
Dennis Chalker use to be an ordinary civilian doing his usually nine to five shift everyday, always wanting more, he never seemed happy with what he was doing with his life. By continuing to search for himself he volunteered to join the Army Airborne and started his rise through the ranks. Still wanting more, he turned his focus to another branch of the armed forces: The Navy. Chalker once again volunteered his services to train for the Navy Seals Special Forces Unit. If he completed all that the training course could throw at him he would be considered by all to be one of the best. This book One Perfect OP: Navy Seal Special Warfare Teams, takes you through Chalker’s very early days in the Army, from his countless missions in Granada, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, all the way up to his most top secret missions with the seals team. Which include his most successful mission which he calls a “perfect op”. This book shows the detailed inner workings of how a seal operation works all the way up to the completion. And never has there been a more perfect story of the extraordinary brotherhood of the soldiers serving to protect our nation.
Josh Lubell
Mrs. Brown
Josephs, Rudy. The Marine. Los Angeles: 2006
How far will you go to save a loved one? John Triton the main character goes through hell to save his wife Kate.Well I read the book The Marine by Rudy Josephs. The plot line begins with ex-marine John Triton coming back home after serving time in Iraq. His wife Kate and he decide to take a vacation. During there vacation three criminals Rome, Morgan, Angela and vescera rob a jewerly store. While running from the cops, they stop at a gas station, where John and Kate have stopped as well. When the cops arrive to get gas, Morgan shoots one and Rome injures the other one. After Verscera knocks John out with a fire exstinguisher, Kate is kidnapped. Morgan shoots at the gas tanks, causing the store to blow up with John inside. John comes out alive, and takes the cop car. He chases after them, with every single member shooting at him. They go through a construction path, and to the edge of a lake. Under heavy fire, John falls out the car and into the lake. With Kate thinking John is dead, Rome and his crew travel through the woods, dragging a bound Kate with them. John comes out of the lake and follows them through the woods to save Kate. This book is brutal. It has a lot of fight scenes and romance. Will John find his wife or will it be too late?
Mrs. Brown
Josephs, Rudy. The Marine. Los Angeles: 2006
How far will you go to save a loved one? John Triton the main character goes through hell to save his wife Kate.Well I read the book The Marine by Rudy Josephs. The plot line begins with ex-marine John Triton coming back home after serving time in Iraq. His wife Kate and he decide to take a vacation. During there vacation three criminals Rome, Morgan, Angela and vescera rob a jewerly store. While running from the cops, they stop at a gas station, where John and Kate have stopped as well. When the cops arrive to get gas, Morgan shoots one and Rome injures the other one. After Verscera knocks John out with a fire exstinguisher, Kate is kidnapped. Morgan shoots at the gas tanks, causing the store to blow up with John inside. John comes out alive, and takes the cop car. He chases after them, with every single member shooting at him. They go through a construction path, and to the edge of a lake. Under heavy fire, John falls out the car and into the lake. With Kate thinking John is dead, Rome and his crew travel through the woods, dragging a bound Kate with them. John comes out of the lake and follows them through the woods to save Kate. This book is brutal. It has a lot of fight scenes and romance. Will John find his wife or will it be too late?
twilight by Bdahlgren
Brandy Dahlgren
Mrs. Brown
TwilightMeyer,Stephanie.Twilight. New York: Little Brown and Company 2005
What would you do if some that you wanted so bad you couldn’t bear to be away from was endangering your existence every day? When Bella Swan moves to Forks, Washington in the middle of her junior year she falls madly in love with Edward Cullen. Soon after she meets Edward she finds out he is allured to her for one reason; her blood. Later, through her friend Jacob Black she learns something very interesting that leaves her with three important facts. First, Edward Cullen was a vampire. Second, there was a part of Edward that thirst for her blood every minute she was near him. Third, she was in love with him and didn’t know how to stay away from him. To Bella he was omnipresent and would never leave her side. What would you do if you fell madly in love with a vampire and had to keep the secret from everyone you knew including your best friend? How would you feel meeting his family for the first time knowing as soon as you walked in the house they all thirst for your blood? How could you go through a relationship everyday falling more and more in love with a vampire? Bella didn’t have a lot of time with Edward before she found out why their relationship was not a good idea for him. The idea that Edward was a vampire was unfathomable to Bella, she never really cared though. Edward always befuddled Bella by telling her to stay away from him, and that it wasn’t a good idea, but Bella wasn’t like the rest of the girls she liked the excitement and was never scared of him being a vampire. Bella was easy to trust Edward but maybe it was a mistake.
Mrs. Brown
TwilightMeyer,Stephanie.Twilight. New York: Little Brown and Company 2005
What would you do if some that you wanted so bad you couldn’t bear to be away from was endangering your existence every day? When Bella Swan moves to Forks, Washington in the middle of her junior year she falls madly in love with Edward Cullen. Soon after she meets Edward she finds out he is allured to her for one reason; her blood. Later, through her friend Jacob Black she learns something very interesting that leaves her with three important facts. First, Edward Cullen was a vampire. Second, there was a part of Edward that thirst for her blood every minute she was near him. Third, she was in love with him and didn’t know how to stay away from him. To Bella he was omnipresent and would never leave her side. What would you do if you fell madly in love with a vampire and had to keep the secret from everyone you knew including your best friend? How would you feel meeting his family for the first time knowing as soon as you walked in the house they all thirst for your blood? How could you go through a relationship everyday falling more and more in love with a vampire? Bella didn’t have a lot of time with Edward before she found out why their relationship was not a good idea for him. The idea that Edward was a vampire was unfathomable to Bella, she never really cared though. Edward always befuddled Bella by telling her to stay away from him, and that it wasn’t a good idea, but Bella wasn’t like the rest of the girls she liked the excitement and was never scared of him being a vampire. Bella was easy to trust Edward but maybe it was a mistake.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
stapocsi, mrs. brown, Lock and Key
Dessen, Sarah. Lock and Key. Viking: New York, 2008.
Her mother had left her. She had not seen her sister in years. Her father left her when she was a toddler. Ruby was underage and thought she could make it on her own. One day the landlords came into the apartment to find the place a mess. They asked Ruby where her mother was but she could not lie anymore. She was alone. Little did she know, her sister Cora still cared about her and found out that Ruby needed someone. She took her in. Cora’s lifestyle was different then the way Ruby was used to living. She had the perfect life. Ruby does not want to commit to this new life and goes back to the apartment a lot. She always keeps the key to it with her. Ruby ends up having to go to a new school, making new friends, and learning valuable lessons. He helps her out with everything. Ruby is not used to people caring about her. She has to learn to let people in to her life because not everyone is going to hurt her. Will she learn this valuable lesson? Will she give up on her old life?
The setting is at the school, Cora’s house, and at the old apartment. This is important because depending on which location it is at in the story, it sets the mood of what is about to happen.
Sarah Dessen’s style is very easy to read. There is some flashbacks used to show her old life and how she used to live and this was a very effective way to write because it gave you a lot of information that helped you understand the story better.
I think that this story was very good. This could actually happen to someone in real life and that made me more interested in it. I would recommend this book to a girl of any age. Lock and Key by Sarah Dessen is a great book and I think many people should read it.
Her mother had left her. She had not seen her sister in years. Her father left her when she was a toddler. Ruby was underage and thought she could make it on her own. One day the landlords came into the apartment to find the place a mess. They asked Ruby where her mother was but she could not lie anymore. She was alone. Little did she know, her sister Cora still cared about her and found out that Ruby needed someone. She took her in. Cora’s lifestyle was different then the way Ruby was used to living. She had the perfect life. Ruby does not want to commit to this new life and goes back to the apartment a lot. She always keeps the key to it with her. Ruby ends up having to go to a new school, making new friends, and learning valuable lessons. He helps her out with everything. Ruby is not used to people caring about her. She has to learn to let people in to her life because not everyone is going to hurt her. Will she learn this valuable lesson? Will she give up on her old life?
The setting is at the school, Cora’s house, and at the old apartment. This is important because depending on which location it is at in the story, it sets the mood of what is about to happen.
Sarah Dessen’s style is very easy to read. There is some flashbacks used to show her old life and how she used to live and this was a very effective way to write because it gave you a lot of information that helped you understand the story better.
I think that this story was very good. This could actually happen to someone in real life and that made me more interested in it. I would recommend this book to a girl of any age. Lock and Key by Sarah Dessen is a great book and I think many people should read it.
cbrenneman, Mrs.Brown, Nineteen Minutes
Picoult, Jodi. Nineteen Minutes. New York: Atria, 2007.
We all usually rush through our days, taking time for granted. We neglect to think about how much we could get done in only nineteen minutes. But nineteen minutes is all it took for Peter Houghton to kill nine students and a teacher. Although Peter killed ten, the entire student body in Sterling, New Hampshire was wounded physically and emotionally. Judge Alex Cormier is coincidentally appointed to Peter Houghton's trial. Josie Cormier, Alex’s daughter used to be Peter’s best friend but grew up and left him for the popular crowd. And now with everything a mess, the community must learn how to heal, and is awakened to the results of violent bullying.
Picoult writes this novel in a series of flashbacks, switching from each character to give insight and point of view. This helps the reader better understand each character and gives the story complexity. Also, the element of reality in the story helps the reader relate to the plot. The setting also makes the scenario more realistic. Picoult uses this aspect to make the reader think about individual experiences with bullying.
I have read many of Jodi Picoult's books, and this is a favorite. I like how she uses reality to make the reader think. It made me think about something I may have said that could have influenced somebody’s decisions. I think that a good writer can make the reader feel sorry for the villain no matter what harm they've caused and Picoult does this. I recommend this book, especially if you've ever bullied some one. It will make you think twice the next time you put somebody down.
We all usually rush through our days, taking time for granted. We neglect to think about how much we could get done in only nineteen minutes. But nineteen minutes is all it took for Peter Houghton to kill nine students and a teacher. Although Peter killed ten, the entire student body in Sterling, New Hampshire was wounded physically and emotionally. Judge Alex Cormier is coincidentally appointed to Peter Houghton's trial. Josie Cormier, Alex’s daughter used to be Peter’s best friend but grew up and left him for the popular crowd. And now with everything a mess, the community must learn how to heal, and is awakened to the results of violent bullying.
Picoult writes this novel in a series of flashbacks, switching from each character to give insight and point of view. This helps the reader better understand each character and gives the story complexity. Also, the element of reality in the story helps the reader relate to the plot. The setting also makes the scenario more realistic. Picoult uses this aspect to make the reader think about individual experiences with bullying.
I have read many of Jodi Picoult's books, and this is a favorite. I like how she uses reality to make the reader think. It made me think about something I may have said that could have influenced somebody’s decisions. I think that a good writer can make the reader feel sorry for the villain no matter what harm they've caused and Picoult does this. I recommend this book, especially if you've ever bullied some one. It will make you think twice the next time you put somebody down.
S. Huston, Mrs. Brown, New Moon
Meyer, Stephenie. New Moon. New York: Little Brown and Company, 2006.
“But this was no dream, and unlike a nightmare, I wasn’t running for my life; I was racing to save something infinitely more precious” (Meyer 1). Although the premise of New Moon, by Stephenie Meyer, may only be existent in a dream, or a nightmare, the plotline of the novel is captivating and intriguing. The main character, Bella Swan, is dating Edward Cullen; a vampire who refrains from hunting humans. The Cullens decide to leave town, which causes Bella a lot of pain. However, when Bella finds out Edward plans on being killed, Alice, who is Edward’s psychic sister, and Bella try and save him, but when they arrive their lives are also in danger. Was risking her life to save her one true love worth the price of losing her own life? Will Alice, Edward, and Bella be granted freedom, or will they all be killed by hungry vampires?
The setting is crucial to the believability of the occurrences within the novel. Forks, Washington has many forestry areas which provide the battleground for the werewolves and vampires, and reflect the eerie characteristics of the supernatural characters.
Meyer poetically uses figurative language to create a captivating romance, which stimulates the interest and imagination of the female audience. Although the relationship between Bella and Edward has the characteristics of a beautiful love story, there are flaws within their story that make it extraordinary and inimitable. Meyer also utilizes description and dialogue to make the characters appear more realistic, even though their existence in our world is inconceivable.
“But this was no dream, and unlike a nightmare, I wasn’t running for my life; I was racing to save something infinitely more precious” (Meyer 1). Although the premise of New Moon, by Stephenie Meyer, may only be existent in a dream, or a nightmare, the plotline of the novel is captivating and intriguing. The main character, Bella Swan, is dating Edward Cullen; a vampire who refrains from hunting humans. The Cullens decide to leave town, which causes Bella a lot of pain. However, when Bella finds out Edward plans on being killed, Alice, who is Edward’s psychic sister, and Bella try and save him, but when they arrive their lives are also in danger. Was risking her life to save her one true love worth the price of losing her own life? Will Alice, Edward, and Bella be granted freedom, or will they all be killed by hungry vampires?
The setting is crucial to the believability of the occurrences within the novel. Forks, Washington has many forestry areas which provide the battleground for the werewolves and vampires, and reflect the eerie characteristics of the supernatural characters.
Meyer poetically uses figurative language to create a captivating romance, which stimulates the interest and imagination of the female audience. Although the relationship between Bella and Edward has the characteristics of a beautiful love story, there are flaws within their story that make it extraordinary and inimitable. Meyer also utilizes description and dialogue to make the characters appear more realistic, even though their existence in our world is inconceivable.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
A. Wheeler, Mrs. Brown, Into The Wild
Krakauer, Jon. Into the Wild. Anchor Books: New York, 1996
In the spring of 1992 Christopher McCandless hitchhiked to Alaska and virtually disappeared. This novel by Krakauer takes readers on McCandless’s journey from when he graduated Emory University to his adventures in the Alaska tundra. This is a true story and Krakauer pieces the story together through different letters that McCandless wrote and by interviewing the people he met along his journey. Upon graduation McMandless decided to road trip and wanted to ultimately end up in Alaska, he packed up his yellow Datsun and gave his life savings of 25,000 to charity and headed out without telling anyone where he was going or how long he would be gone. Besides McCandless the other main characters are the author, Krakauer who wrote for Outdoors magazine and heard McCandless’s story and wrote an article in Outdoor magazine that got so much attention that he decided to dig deeper in the story and eventually wrote this book retelling what he thinks is McCandless’s story. The other main characters in the book are the people along the way that McCandless meets, the most important and most often character is Wayne Westerberg. He gave McCandlless a job in South Dakota that McCandless stayed at the longest and Wayne knew the most about McCandless out of all the others in his travels. The setting in this book is very important, it is the outdoors; all the different places that McCandless went and his hunger for the “wild” places where no one else has traveled and seen. The author’s style is like you are reading McCandless’s diary as well as Krakauers; which makes it very easy to read and follow.
In the spring of 1992 Christopher McCandless hitchhiked to Alaska and virtually disappeared. This novel by Krakauer takes readers on McCandless’s journey from when he graduated Emory University to his adventures in the Alaska tundra. This is a true story and Krakauer pieces the story together through different letters that McCandless wrote and by interviewing the people he met along his journey. Upon graduation McMandless decided to road trip and wanted to ultimately end up in Alaska, he packed up his yellow Datsun and gave his life savings of 25,000 to charity and headed out without telling anyone where he was going or how long he would be gone. Besides McCandless the other main characters are the author, Krakauer who wrote for Outdoors magazine and heard McCandless’s story and wrote an article in Outdoor magazine that got so much attention that he decided to dig deeper in the story and eventually wrote this book retelling what he thinks is McCandless’s story. The other main characters in the book are the people along the way that McCandless meets, the most important and most often character is Wayne Westerberg. He gave McCandlless a job in South Dakota that McCandless stayed at the longest and Wayne knew the most about McCandless out of all the others in his travels. The setting in this book is very important, it is the outdoors; all the different places that McCandless went and his hunger for the “wild” places where no one else has traveled and seen. The author’s style is like you are reading McCandless’s diary as well as Krakauers; which makes it very easy to read and follow.
V. Reigh, Mrs. Brown, The Choice
Sparks, Nicholas. The Choice. First Trade Edition: August 2008
Travis parker was a single man who has everything, a good job, good friends, and a house on the water. Or so he thought he had everything. When Gabby Holland moves in next-door he realizes he is missing one thing. He is missing love and a companion. Travis soon falls in love with Gabby after introducing himself in a very odd way. And they spend a lot of time together, but he soon finds out that she has another boyfriend. Gabby is soon put into the position of who does she choose, Travis or her boyfriend Kevin. Who she chooses is a shocker. Also at the ending there is a terrible accident. That is life changing. The Choice takes places in North Carolina on the waterfront. Sparks uses ways to lure you into the book and make you not want to put it down, he uses techniques to make it a true love story that you will truly love. Sparks truly manages to write yet another love story that any teenage girl or older adult would love. Anyone who is looking to read a love story will enjoy The Choice or any of Sparks’ books.
Travis parker was a single man who has everything, a good job, good friends, and a house on the water. Or so he thought he had everything. When Gabby Holland moves in next-door he realizes he is missing one thing. He is missing love and a companion. Travis soon falls in love with Gabby after introducing himself in a very odd way. And they spend a lot of time together, but he soon finds out that she has another boyfriend. Gabby is soon put into the position of who does she choose, Travis or her boyfriend Kevin. Who she chooses is a shocker. Also at the ending there is a terrible accident. That is life changing. The Choice takes places in North Carolina on the waterfront. Sparks uses ways to lure you into the book and make you not want to put it down, he uses techniques to make it a true love story that you will truly love. Sparks truly manages to write yet another love story that any teenage girl or older adult would love. Anyone who is looking to read a love story will enjoy The Choice or any of Sparks’ books.
D. Walker, Mrs. Brown, Brother Odd
Koontz, Dean. Brother Odd. Bantam Dell, 2006.
I read the story Brother Odd by Dean Koontz. This story takes place at a monastery in California. Odd Thomas, the main character is a young man with the ability to see the spirits of the dead. He is a guest at the monastery, but because of his special trait he becomes extremely important. During the beginning of the story Odd sees many ominous spirits, which foreshadows that a terrible event is going to take place. Odd and his friends have to find out how to stop this catastrophe before it is too late. In order to stop this event from happening Odd must speak to children at a hospital for severely ill patients. Odd can communicate with spirits through the medium of children that have died, but were then revived. If Odd cannot stop this terrible event from taking place then many people will die. The setting in the mountains of California creates a snow-ridden landscape, which makes Odd Thomas’s mission extremely difficult. The author makes this book very exciting; at every point in the book there is an intensity that the reader can almost feel. He uses humor effectively throughout the book, which provides a good break from the story. He also utilizes imagery extremely well; he makes the reader feel as if he or she is really there. Overall, Koontz writes a very compelling and intriguing novel that should be read by one who likes a good action story.
I read the story Brother Odd by Dean Koontz. This story takes place at a monastery in California. Odd Thomas, the main character is a young man with the ability to see the spirits of the dead. He is a guest at the monastery, but because of his special trait he becomes extremely important. During the beginning of the story Odd sees many ominous spirits, which foreshadows that a terrible event is going to take place. Odd and his friends have to find out how to stop this catastrophe before it is too late. In order to stop this event from happening Odd must speak to children at a hospital for severely ill patients. Odd can communicate with spirits through the medium of children that have died, but were then revived. If Odd cannot stop this terrible event from taking place then many people will die. The setting in the mountains of California creates a snow-ridden landscape, which makes Odd Thomas’s mission extremely difficult. The author makes this book very exciting; at every point in the book there is an intensity that the reader can almost feel. He uses humor effectively throughout the book, which provides a good break from the story. He also utilizes imagery extremely well; he makes the reader feel as if he or she is really there. Overall, Koontz writes a very compelling and intriguing novel that should be read by one who likes a good action story.
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