Another riveting book by Marsha Skrypuch. This is the most timely novel of hers that I've read thus far. It was an excellent history lesson brought toAnother riveting book by Marsha Skrypuch. This is the most timely novel of hers that I've read thus far. It was an excellent history lesson brought to life about the relationship between Russia and Ukraine. As one would expect, she has left me wanting more novels about Ukraine. No pressure on the author, but...when can we expect another novel? Highly recommend....more
Extremely well written, with utmost care for her audience. The truth cannot be silenced or history will be repeated and that is exactly what is happenExtremely well written, with utmost care for her audience. The truth cannot be silenced or history will be repeated and that is exactly what is happening right now.
I adored Mrs. Muddle and all her mixups! This is a sweet book about a girl anxious about the first day of kindergarten. This book is great for all theI adored Mrs. Muddle and all her mixups! This is a sweet book about a girl anxious about the first day of kindergarten. This book is great for all the littles in our lives who are both curious and nervous about beginning school, after school extra-curriculars, or meeting new people. Often times the fear of the unknown is really the problem and this book (with its gorgeous illustrations) gives kids a glimpse into what a typical school day looks like. And a bit of sillyness thrown in!
I give this a huge "thumbs up!" Unless I was Mrs. Muddle, then I'd give this book an enormous "toes up!" ...more
I could not put this book down. Colleen Nelson and co-author Nancy Chappell-Pollack have written a dystoptian that weaves science and science fiction I could not put this book down. Colleen Nelson and co-author Nancy Chappell-Pollack have written a dystoptian that weaves science and science fiction that will leave you begging for the sequel. Extremely clever. Highly Recommended....more
I highly recommend this story of survival, friendship, family, self-discovery, courage and racism. Told in first person, Angie Thomas’ pulls us into 1I highly recommend this story of survival, friendship, family, self-discovery, courage and racism. Told in first person, Angie Thomas’ pulls us into 16-year-old Starr’s life and feel her pain, shock, and outrage of witnessing the police shooting of her close childhood friend. This is an important book in a white-dominated publishing industry. ...more
Loved this book from the very first to the very last word. A perfect combination of adventure and mischief and laugh out loud moments. I cheered on LeLoved this book from the very first to the very last word. A perfect combination of adventure and mischief and laugh out loud moments. I cheered on Lewis and his crew of rowdy, dead pirates as I turned each page. Highly recommend!...more
I was captivated by this novel from the first word. Sadia, the protagonist, is in 9th grade and she is an immigrant from Syria. She moved prior to theI was captivated by this novel from the first word. Sadia, the protagonist, is in 9th grade and she is an immigrant from Syria. She moved prior to the country falling, as did all of her extended family who are in the U.K. Sadia's immediate family moves to Winnipeg. We follow her as she navigates middle school, basketball, and keeping her faith. The other two characters are both Muslim girls; Mariam from Egypt and Amira from Syria. Mariam arrived in Winnipeg during the Arab spring Amira is a refugee and the books deals with those different experiences as newcomers to Canada. It is really well written and honestly when it was done, I wanted a sequel. Oh yeah, I cried both happy tears and sad tears....more
I was terrified for the refugees in this book from start to finish. It is a compelling, heart-wrenching, and important story that follows three 13-yeaI was terrified for the refugees in this book from start to finish. It is a compelling, heart-wrenching, and important story that follows three 13-year-olds as they race to survive against staggering odds.
Loved this book. I immediately was drawn into Mimi's world and was rooting for her as she found her place in a new town, school, and circle of friendsLoved this book. I immediately was drawn into Mimi's world and was rooting for her as she found her place in a new town, school, and circle of friends. Set in 1969 Mimi faces racism and sexism, but doesn't let any of that define her or stop her from achieving her dreams.
“The monster showed up after midnight. As they do.” This first line had me spellbound. This poignant story of a boy dealing with the serious illness o“The monster showed up after midnight. As they do.” This first line had me spellbound. This poignant story of a boy dealing with the serious illness of his mother is laced with humor and is so very well written, it will stay with me forever. A classic and a must-read. ...more
I loved this book. It was so well crafted, weaving two story lines masterfully together touching on painful subjects in the characters' lives so poignI loved this book. It was so well crafted, weaving two story lines masterfully together touching on painful subjects in the characters' lives so poignantly. I read this book slowly, with long pauses as at times I needed time to digest what I had read. This is truly an important Canadian book. I will be reading more of Joseph Boyden's work. Highly recommended....more
I highly recommend this delightful picture book that explores both Christmas and Hanukkah through the eyes of imaginative Emily Ann. It is a very timeI highly recommend this delightful picture book that explores both Christmas and Hanukkah through the eyes of imaginative Emily Ann. It is a very timely book with both holidays fast approaching and helps children understand the importance of looking beyond first impressions and finding friendship where you least expect it. ...more
I really enjoyed this book as it had an element of intrigue that I haven't found in a story set in the 1600s. Even though I did find some of the charaI really enjoyed this book as it had an element of intrigue that I haven't found in a story set in the 1600s. Even though I did find some of the characters' motivation for action or inaction a bit frustrating at times, I would still recommend this novel....more
This book was extremely well written. I loved the relationship between Eleanor and Park and how it grew slowly and naturally into love. The ending wasThis book was extremely well written. I loved the relationship between Eleanor and Park and how it grew slowly and naturally into love. The ending was perfection. Highly, highly recommend. ...more
I found this book fascinating. Would have like a bit more detail as to how the world fell apart, but loved how realistic this dystopian future was preI found this book fascinating. Would have like a bit more detail as to how the world fell apart, but loved how realistic this dystopian future was presented....more
I wanted to reread this one to see if my adult perspective changed my enjoyment of the book and it did. Quite a lot. This time through, I understood tI wanted to reread this one to see if my adult perspective changed my enjoyment of the book and it did. Quite a lot. This time through, I understood the deeper meaning of the underlying themes, whereas as a child, my love was for the characters and the mystery of tessering to other planets. Highly recommend this one for readers of all ages....more
This book was incredible. Highly, highly recommended. From the first few lines, I knew I was in love with the author's writing style; like poetry on tThis book was incredible. Highly, highly recommended. From the first few lines, I knew I was in love with the author's writing style; like poetry on the page. Apparently, it took 10 years to write and it shows. It is a masterpiece....more
I almost didn't finish reading Butter, not because it wasn't an incredible read, but because it was difficult to read. Extreme bullying, and a depressI almost didn't finish reading Butter, not because it wasn't an incredible read, but because it was difficult to read. Extreme bullying, and a depressed teen is a dangerous combination and I thought Erin Lange handled it very well. Was the ending a bit too tidy, maybe, but for me it didn't take away from the story....more
What a story. This was an amazing graphic novel about friendship, and loss, and cherished memories. Superbly written and illustrated. And yes, I criedWhat a story. This was an amazing graphic novel about friendship, and loss, and cherished memories. Superbly written and illustrated. And yes, I cried. ...more
Loved this book and the entire series. It was an incredible take on dystopian fiction. There were a few pieces that I'm not sure wrapped up well, but Loved this book and the entire series. It was an incredible take on dystopian fiction. There were a few pieces that I'm not sure wrapped up well, but it was overall all an excellent read....more
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