This is an interesting spin on the 'high society' stories where those of the high society are vampires with someone out to get them. It covers the nor...moreThis is an interesting spin on the 'high society' stories where those of the high society are vampires with someone out to get them. It covers the normal teen relationships with the extra twist of the supernatural as an undercurrent. This was the first of the series, so it was setting the scene and setting up the mystery to continue through the series.
It would be good for those who enjoy teen relationship stories with a bit of a twist.(less)
Having read the previous 2 installments, I was looking forward to seeing what happened in the third book. I didn't find the story as tight as the othe...moreHaving read the previous 2 installments, I was looking forward to seeing what happened in the third book. I didn't find the story as tight as the other two, it was more of an exploration of identity as a Dream catcher and the choices Janie had to make. It was still a good read, just a little different to the previous books.(less)
This was a riveting story of a young girl who was kidnapped from Bangkok Airport and taken to a remote location in Australia. It explores the Stockhol...moreThis was a riveting story of a young girl who was kidnapped from Bangkok Airport and taken to a remote location in Australia. It explores the Stockholm Syndrome and how it develops in those who are held against their will. I enjoyed it and could not put it down.(less)
I enjoyed reading this - I had read quite a bit of Steve's life before, so much if it wasn't really new to me, but gave me more of an insight into how...moreI enjoyed reading this - I had read quite a bit of Steve's life before, so much if it wasn't really new to me, but gave me more of an insight into how much influence Steve Jobs has had on our lifestyle and what we do with technology. "Focus on a few things and do them well" - great advice.(less)
Not sure if I enjoyed this story - I liked the idea behind it - that it is the small things that add up to bigger things in your life and that everyt...moreNot sure if I enjoyed this story - I liked the idea behind it - that it is the small things that add up to bigger things in your life and that everything has a knock on effect, however, I found the "choose a chapter to read" a bit of an overkill and disrupted the plot line. It does however illustrate how different actions and events, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant can lead to different outcomes.
The actual story of the young people was quite good, with interesting twists. (less)
Loved this book, could not put it down. Plenty of action, a touch of romance, some mystery all set in a time where things are not quite as they seem. ...moreLoved this book, could not put it down. Plenty of action, a touch of romance, some mystery all set in a time where things are not quite as they seem. Brilliant story and looking forward to reading the sequels. (less)
Wow, this was great. The recorded journey of how each of us and our interactions affects another for better or for worse. Every young and old person n...moreWow, this was great. The recorded journey of how each of us and our interactions affects another for better or for worse. Every young and old person needs to read this book just to get the big picture of how we can affect decisions that people make just by simple actions. Be nice to each other, and care for each other, you are just one of many interactions through a persons life, make it be a good one. (less)
I enjoyed reading this, however it took me a while to figure out that the story was being told by two different people for each chapter, once I realis...moreI enjoyed reading this, however it took me a while to figure out that the story was being told by two different people for each chapter, once I realised this, the story made more sense and was very enjoyable dealing with issues of sexual identity, friendships, and the dynamics that occur around these issues. The characters are funny and bounce off each other in great narratives. A good book.(less)
This is an exciting fictional recount of the days leading up to the Krakatoa eruption of 18933 through the life of a young Javanese man. The unequal...more This is an exciting fictional recount of the days leading up to the Krakatoa eruption of 18933 through the life of a young Javanese man. The unequal relationships between the Javanese people and the Dutch is explained well, as is the village life and events of this time and place. The story ends with the unexpected consequences of the eruption and how it changed the world of the Javanese people and the rest of the world.(less)
This is a pretty complicated story with some interesting issues surrounding history, migration, beliefs and people. It took me a while to get into it,...moreThis is a pretty complicated story with some interesting issues surrounding history, migration, beliefs and people. It took me a while to get into it, however, once of reread the first 150 pages, I finally figured it out and did enjoy it in the end.(less)
This is the memoir of a young man who ended up in a Shanghai jail in China for drug smuggling.
I did enjoy reading this as it was more than ...moreThis is the memoir of a young man who ended up in a Shanghai jail in China for drug smuggling.
I did enjoy reading this as it was more than a prison memoir as he peppered it with his tales of travel across Asia, and the language he uses is almost poetic in his description of his experiences. However, it is for a mature reader as there is a lot of reference to drug taking, smuggling and descriptions of drug preparation and its effects throughout the book. So reader beware.
This is a a book written in the first person helped in his writing by James Patterson. It is description of Cory Friedman's journey with severe touret...moreThis is a a book written in the first person helped in his writing by James Patterson. It is description of Cory Friedman's journey with severe tourettes and OCD from a very young age to his late teens.
Reading this will give an insight into the lives of people living with tourettes and or OCD, and how they can be assisted through love, friendship and tolerance.
Cory had many drugs prescribed for him, many of which may his condition worse, and it wasn't until he took control of his life and went through an amazing wilderness experience, that he turned his life around with the support and love from his parents.
This book is easy to read, compelling and insightful. (less)
Couldn't wait to read this book after reading Wake by the same author - what a ride! Loved it and was interested in the development of the characters ...moreCouldn't wait to read this book after reading Wake by the same author - what a ride! Loved it and was interested in the development of the characters and the plot. Can't wait to read "gone" to see what will happen next.(less)
This was a great read - I could not put it down. Delving into the world of dreams - loved the concept of someone being totally sucked into another...moreThis was a great read - I could not put it down. Delving into the world of dreams - loved the concept of someone being totally sucked into another persons dreams, I couldn't wait to read the sequel, which also did not disappoint.(less)
I love Maureen McCarthy's work and this book again did not disappoint. Relationships, character and plot development are her strengths and this book c...moreI love Maureen McCarthy's work and this book again did not disappoint. Relationships, character and plot development are her strengths and this book continued along these strengths. It was a great read into relationships, family, and friendships told in a believable and soft way.
Great for people who enjoy books about young people and their relationships, with a murder thrown in for good measure. (less)
I enjoyed this story of a young person who is caught up in the world of fashion after being an immigrant to the UK from Somalia. The story is told fro...moreI enjoyed this story of a young person who is caught up in the world of fashion after being an immigrant to the UK from Somalia. The story is told from different peoples viewpoints throughout, which gives it a little different perspective and allows the reader to understand the characters and their actions.(less)
Enjoyed this story of a young man making choices which he felt were his alone to make, but realises how we are all interconnected and turns things aro...moreEnjoyed this story of a young man making choices which he felt were his alone to make, but realises how we are all interconnected and turns things around. He lives like it is his last day every day - how would it change what you do if this was your attitude?(less)
I did enjoy this book with the excellent closure at the end after the main character had a tumultuous time of finding out who she is, where she needs ...moreI did enjoy this book with the excellent closure at the end after the main character had a tumultuous time of finding out who she is, where she needs to be and working out her feelings toward everything. (less)
This was a great read up until the ending then it sort of went a bit strange changing contexts and tenses. It could have ended a chapter earlier with ...moreThis was a great read up until the ending then it sort of went a bit strange changing contexts and tenses. It could have ended a chapter earlier with a more satisfactory ending.(less)
I really enjoyed this book and how it explored consequences of actions that may have been completely innocent when initially done. The book explores r...moreI really enjoyed this book and how it explored consequences of actions that may have been completely innocent when initially done. The book explores relationships after a trauma and how they may be resolved.(less)
I loved this book about a young girl who had a week at Christian camp and how her life changed in small ways that made her feel better about herself a...moreI loved this book about a young girl who had a week at Christian camp and how her life changed in small ways that made her feel better about herself and her life. The people she met, the things she did and the trouble she got into all made for a great read.(less)
This was a fun read, unbelievable at times, but the action was non stop all flowed into each other smoothly. The plot line is what young people wish t...moreThis was a fun read, unbelievable at times, but the action was non stop all flowed into each other smoothly. The plot line is what young people wish they could do!(less)
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