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Reviews by Teens - Archive

These are Archive Teen Reviews. You can also see New Teen Reviews. Submit a review online to tell other teens book or magazine you've read.

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4 Star Rating

Great!
3 Star Rating

Good.

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Title:

13 for Luck

Author:

 Agatha Christie

Review:

I loved this book because I just love Agatha Christie.

Reviewer:

 Michele, Age 18, Westport
Date: 03/06/2006

Title:

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

Author:

 Jules Verne

Review:

This book is a very interesting read! The topic usually wouldn't have interested me, but the way this book is written can grab anyone. A peculiar adventure under the sea with a professor of science, and an outcast who has made the underwater world his safe haven. I recommend this book to anyone with a long attention span :)and a love for the unknown.

Reviewer:

 Sierra, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 10/28/2006

Title:

Abarat

Author:

 Clive Barker

Review:

Candy is a typical girl, living with a drunk father, pushover mother, and brother(s)(I cant remember if there is more than one)in Minnesota. All goes wrong and the adventure starts when Candy begins to draw lines in her text book. She can't figure out what they are, but she fills up pages and pages with them. Then, they start to move. She gets sent to the principal's office for defacing school property (of course, no one saw the waves), but doesn't ACTUALLY go. Instead, she runs out of the school and down streets, until she finds herself at the edge of town, where there is a field. She begins to walk around in the field, where she discovers seashells. IN MINNESOTA!! Before long, she has met an eight-headed creature. Every one of his heads is a brother and they are all named John. They are running from a hit man named Mendelson Shape, a tall, lanky creature, whose weapons are attached to his back. Soon enough, she is swept off into the world of Abarat (on an ocean in the middle of the field), which consists of 25 islands, one for every hour of the day (yes, there are twenty-five hours). (Have you read Midnighters by Scott Westerfeld? DO!! Its creepy!!) It is really REALLY good! The sequel, Days of Magic Nights of War is equally good and is a MUST read!!

Reviewer:

 Kati, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 01/15/2006

Title:

Abhorsen

Author:

 Garth Nix

Review:

This book was very interesting. I loved it and all the other books that go along with it. I'd recomend this for any age, and to anyone, its that good. This is a must read after Sabrial

Reviewer:

 Majestia, Age 15, Centralia
Date: 10/17/2005

Title:

Acceleration

Author:

 Graham McNamee

Review:

This book seemed weird when I started it. A guy working in Lost & Found for the Toronto Transit Authority finds a sick journal written by a future Ted Bundy and tracks down the future victims to find their soon-to-be murderer.

Reviewer:

 John, Age 14, Amanda Park
Date: 07/22/2005

Title:

Acceleration

Author:

 Graham McNamee

Review:

I liked this book because it was about this boy who was stuck doing the Lost and Found in a subway and happens to stumble across a book with no title. He starts to read the book and he finds out it is on the future Ted Bundy. So he starts out and tries to find him before he can get to his future murder victims. Can he stop him in time?

Reviewer:

 Alana, Age 16, Aberdeen
Date: 03/06/2007

Title:

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

Author:

 Mark Twain

Review:

This is a great classic book. The situations Mark Twain describes about Tom Sawyer are really funny. They really make you laugh out loud. This book will make you want to keep on reading.

Reviewer:

 Brenda, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 11/20/2006

Title:

Against the Odds: Shark Bite

Author:

 Todd Strasser

Review:

I liked this book because it is very descriptive and clear.

Reviewer:

 Rodolfo, Age 14, Yelm
Date: 12/01/2006

Title:

airborn

Author:

 Kenneth Opel

Review:

Airborn is about a boy named Matt Cruise. Matt lives and works on a airship. Matt meets a girl named Kate whose grandfather discovered a new species of animal. One night Matt was on duty and sees an airship painted black, with no running lights. The ship ropes down to the Aurora, Matt's ship. The people on the small black ship are pirates. When the pirates leave they accidentally rip the outside of the Aurora. The Aurora lands on an unmarked island. While Matt and Kate are exploring they find the bones of this unknown animal. To find what happens next read the book Airborn

Reviewer:

 Dustin, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 03/24/2008

Title:

Airborn

Author:

 Kenneth Oppel

Review:

It's such an exciting book, I could not put it down at all. The author truly has talents. His words are just amazing. I encourage everyone to read it. Any age, really.

Reviewer:

 Rachel, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 06/30/2006

Title:

Alanna: The First Adventure

Author:

 Tamora Pierce

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, and funny. It is so good! It’s one of those books u hav to not schedule anything for the day when u read it, cus u cant put it down! It’s about a girl who disguises herself as a spy to become a knight. She has to get over a lot of things, like starting her period and stuff, and keeping it a secret. It’s really good. It’s part of a series of four books, the “Song of the Lioness” quartet.

Reviewer:

 Lacey, Age 14, McCleary
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Alas, Babylon

Author:

 Pat Frank

Review:

It's an incredibly gripping story. Well written and almost impossible to put down.

Reviewer:

 Sabella, Age 15, Aberdeen
Date: 08/04/2008

Title:

The Alchemyst

Author:

 Michael Scott

Review:

This book is a thrilling, on-the-edge-of-your-seat kind of book. I always wanted to know what was coming next. And some of the characters are very relatable to.

Reviewer:

 Rachel, Age 12, Chehalis
Date: 07/13/2009

Title:

Alice in-between

Author:

 Phyllis Reyolds Naylor

Review:

Alice in-between is a book about a girl named Alice who is stuck between being a girl and becoming a woman. She has two friends whom she envies, one named Pamela and the other, Elizabeth. Her mom died when she was young so the only girls she has to talk to are her friends. She tries to talk to her dad's girlfriend but it is kind of weird for her because she is her teacher. Alice goes through many trials and obstacles in this book to get to womanhood. The only question is, when will she get there? This is a good book for middle school girls and up. Girls can relate to this because they go through the same things. I would not recommend this for boys because it talks about becoming a woman, not a man. All in all it is a pretty good book, I just found it a little bit strange since I'm a boy.

Reviewer:

 Joe, Age 14, Aberdeen
Date: 12/01/2006

Title:

all of her books

Author:

 gail carson levine

Review:

if u really want a book that will get u hooked...get any of the gail carson levine books and thats exactly what u will find. they are so good if u are into modern fairytales then u should definitely check one out...my absolute fav. is "THE WISH" it's so good!! it's definitely a girl book...enjoy

Reviewer:

 **Kelsey~Mae**, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 01/04/2006

Title:

All of her books

Author:

 Tamora Pierce

Review:

I loved all of her books (ya, I've read all of 'em that have come out so far... I'm hooked on her writing). I really loved the Lioness Rampant Quartet, it's a great read for any girl... There is a little romance but it's not very descriptive and something I'd let an 8 year old read (maybe younger even). These books are all so well written and thrilling... I've read some of her books multiple times and I would read them again and again and again if I didn't have a million other thrilling books to read that I haven't yet (I'm a wee bit of a book worm as you may have guessed). I recommend the Lioness Rampant, (can't remember the name of the quartet with Diane), and the Protector of the Small to all girls who need a good thrilling adventure with a twing of romance. And the Circle of Magic and The Circle Opens to anyone who needs a good book to read.

Reviewer:

 Anonymous, Age 15, Centralia
Date: 10/16/2005

Title:

Along For The Ride

Author:

 Sarah Dessen

Review:

Good book! Auden's parents are divorced and her father's new wife just had a baby. Auden ends up spending her summer with her father and new step mom. But her summer changes when she meets Eli. Eli's a biker dude and hasn't ridden since his best friend's death. But Auden finds him riding his bike and confesses in all her 18 years of life she's never ridden a bike....

Reviewer:

 Anna Banana, Age 13, South Bend
Date: 07/28/2009

Title:

Alpha Dog

Author:

 Jennifer Ziegler

Review:

I like Alpha Dog a LOT! It was about a girl who is RULED by her mother. She goes to a summer college and she also gets a dog. Her mom would have been really mad if the girl (whose name is Katie) told her. But Katie and her roommate Christine dont tell her mom. Until Katies dog gets hit by a car and Katie needs money for the vet bill. She knows that she will have to tell her mom sometime. She keeps on putting it off, so when she actually tells her mom her mom gets FURIOUS!!! And tells her she cant have a dog. Katie tells her mom to leave her alone. Its a really good story~I have read it over and over again, I love it so much.

Reviewer:

 Alpaca Girl, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 10/25/2007

Title:

The Amber Spyglass

Author:

 Philip Pullman

Review:

It is the conclusion to a great trilogy and the plot is great but the ending was kinda to be continued and really sad.

Reviewer:

 Edgar, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 02/09/2007

Title:

Among the Hidden

Author:

 Margaret Peterson Haddix

Review:

This book is about a boy who is an illegal. He will be killed if anyone finds him, but Luke does not want to stay in hidding. He hides in the attic of his house, but when he sees a girl's face in a window of a house that already has two children, he decides it's time to go outside...

Reviewer:

 Rasaja, Age 12, Tumwater
Date: 02/28/2007

Title:

Among the Hidden

Author:

 Margaret Peterson Haddix

Review:

All of Margaret Peterson Haddix's books are AWESOME!!!!!! She's the greatest writer of all time. This series, SHADOW CHILDREN series, is sooooo great. ALL of her books are must reads. I aspecially recommend JUST ELLA and TURNABOUT. Her new series, AMONG THE MISSING, starting with FOUND, will be awesome, too. Read every book she's got, dudes. You will sooooo not be sorry. Trust Me. :)

Reviewer:

 Emme, Age 14, Tumwater
Date: 05/11/2009

Title:

Among the Imposters

Author:

 Margaret Peterson Haddis

Review:

This book was action-packed, scary, and sad. Luke Garner is an illegal third child. All his life has been spent in hiding. He takes the identity of a dead child and he is going out in the open for the first time ever. He is scared that he is going to get caught and killed, because he knows that his behavior may betray him.

Reviewer:

 Chelsea, Mountain View
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The Angel Factory

Author:

 Terence Blacker

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, and weird. "The Angel Factory" is about 12-year-old Thomas Wisdom, who discovers that he has been adopted and chosen to play a special part in an otherwordly effort to save mankind. He is introduced to the project after being set up by his best friend, his parents, and his parents' "boss." They are all angels. They were sent to Earth by the "Presence" to try to help mankind. Unfortunately, they are willing to stop at nothing to keep the project a secret. Thomas is the first step in the second phase of the project, and the fate of the world rests on his decision to either join or work against the angels. It was a rivering, edge-of-your-seat thriller.

Reviewer:

 Rebecca, Age 17, Ocean Park
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The Angel Factory

Author:

 Terence Blacker

Review:

The Angel Factory is a sci-fi novel about a boy named Thomas Wisdom who discovers some strange things about his so-called “perfect” family and is forced to make a choice that could effect the entire future of mankind! Quite frankly, I thought that the book lacked meaning. It was just too friendly and unreal to have any impact on me. I read a summary of the book that claimed it was a powerful novel of good and evil but I found it to be a book about choice, which I would have enjoyed, except that the choice Thomas was faced with turned out to be, for the most part, inconsequential to the main character. If you want a book without much meaning and a sappy, happily-ever-after ending, read The Angel Factory. Otherwise, don’t bother!

Reviewer:

 Laura, Age 13, Ocean Park
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The Angel Factory

Author:

 Terence Blacker

Review:

This book was action-packed and weird. It's about a boy named Thomas who finds out he is adopted and his whole family hasn't told him a thing about it. He didn't even think about being adopted because his family was so perfect that they all looked alike too. It turns out that his whole family are aliens of some sort and Thomas has to make a decision that will affect the whole world. I thought that this book was kind of intense but also pointless because the ending is happy. I thought that at least someone is supposed to die in this book because it is so weird or something. Anyways, I'm glad I read it so I can warn others about how lame it is.

Reviewer:

 Jenalynn, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 09/23/2005

Title:

The Angel of Death

Author:

 Alane Ferguson

Review:

I loved this book because it kept you on your toes. It is about a girl named Cameryn who is assistant to the coroner, her dad. It is a forensic Mystery and keeps you guessing. If you have read a book and never want to put a book down until you finish it this book is like that. The ending keeps you guessing and wanting more.

Reviewer:

 Anonymous, Age 14, Yelm
Date: 11/08/2008

Title:

Angel's Choice

Author:

 Lauren Baratz-Logsted

Review:

i loved the book! it really helps to know what you can get yourself into when you don't think you can...but i will warn you this is not for young readers... mayby 13-17 but probably no younger...

Reviewer:

 sammy, Age 14, Aberdeen
Date: 03/28/2009

Title:

The Angel's Trilogy

Author:

 Lurlene McDaniel

Review:

This book was amazing and sad. It's about a girl who is in the hospital for a broken finger and they find out she has cancer or something and her roommate in the hospital is a little girl. She then meetsx the little girl's family who are Amish. The girl falls in love with the little girl's older brother. But then this is a sad book because the little girl, who was hit by a truck, dies, and the girl, the one in love with the Amish boy, her stepfather dies of cancer and he is a really good guy. In the end, the girl's Amish boyfriend can't be with her so they go back to their normal lives. It is really sad and is also a good book. You should read it sometime.

Reviewer:

 Jenalynn, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 09/23/2005

Title:

The Angel's Trilogy

Author:

 Lurlene McDaniel

Review:

This book was amazing, sad, and full of facts. I've read this book three times already! Every time I read it I can't put it down. It's about a girl who winds up in a hospital because her finger broke for no reason. She gets an Amish roommate who has many brothers and sisters, and she finds love in one of her roommate's brothers. This book explains many things but it is also a tale of love and sorrow.

Reviewer:

 Brittany, Age 12, Centralia
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Angela's Ashes

Author:

 Frank McCourt

Review:

I thought this book was: amazing, funny, sad, gross, full of facts, and weird. Angela's Ashes explains how life was difficult for Frank and his family in Ireland.

Reviewer:

 Buffy, Age 13, Aberdeen
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Angels In Pink: Raina's Story

Author:

 Lurlene McDaniel

Review:

I liked this book because it dealt with normal teen problems that I could relate to.

Reviewer:

 Paisleigh, Age 13, Centralia
Date: 12/01/2006

Title:

Angus, Thongs, and Full Frontal Snogging

Author:

 Louise Rennison

Review:

This book is AMAZINGLY funny. You cannot read this book in public, because people stare as you laugh till your sides split. This book is basically a girl's diary. Everything is a bit different because she's English, but instead of her telling you about her day, she relives it for you. Her family is very funny, especially her little sister Libby. This is a four-book series, but they are SO good I bought all four. They rock!

Reviewer:

 Megan, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Angus, Thongs, and Full Frontal Snogging

Author:

 Louise Rennison

Review:

This book was funny and silly. It takes place in England but it has like a little glossary in the back if you don't understand some words. It's about this girl and a bunch of funny things happen to her. You should read it. I laughed my head off. There is a whole series of these books, which are also funny. So I hope you get a chance to read all of the books. I think I read all of them myself!

Reviewer:

 Jenalynn, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 09/23/2005

Title:

Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging

Author:

 Louise Rennison

Review:

I loved this book! It was hilarious, and it made me laugh so hard I cried! Read it!

Reviewer:

 Carlie, Age 13, Lacey
Date: 11/20/2006

Title:

Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl

Author:

 Anne Frank

Review:

I LIKED THID BOOK CAUSE IT TAUGHT US ABOUT NAZIS TAKING OVER AND HOW ANNE FRANK AND HER FAMILY AND 1 OTHER FAMILY WENT INTO HIDING 4 2 YRS BUT THEN THE NAZIS FOUND THEM AND THEY HAD 2 GO 2 CAMPS AND WORK........ THIS BOOK HAS TAUGHT ME SO MUCH..... I WOULD RECOMMEND IT 2 TEENS.........

Reviewer:

 MARRISSA, Age 17, Tumwater
Date: 08/07/2007

Title:

Anything by this guy

Author:

 Terry Pratchett

Review:

If you read any of these books you will probably get the most laughs out of any book you've ever read. Seriously. Read one. NOW

Reviewer:

 Casey, Age 13, Yelm
Date: 01/30/2007

Title:

Armageddon: The Cosmic Battle of the Ages

Author:

 B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, scary, and sad. It is in the “Left Behind” series, and leaves you hanging on the last page. The next book in the series doesn’t come out until Spring 2004, so you will have time to read this book before then. There were some really funny parts, some really sad parts, some really, really cool parts. The whole book is really good, it is hard to believe what is going on. Some of it you want to be a different way, and other parts you think that is exactly what you wanted to happen. There are definitely some surprises, so look out!

Reviewer:

 Anonymous
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Art Geeks and Prom Queens

Author:

 Alyson Noel

Review:

This book was very realistic about normal things teenagers go through in adolescent development, like: boys, friends, school and especially peer pressure. It was extremely interesting and I was hooked by the first page.

Reviewer:

 Brook, Age 13, Aberdeen
Date: 12/01/2006

Title:

Assassin

Author:

 Patricia Finney

Review:

I thought this first book in the "Lady Grace Mysteries" was action-packed and funny. Lady Grace, Queen Elizabeth I's youngest and most favorite lady-in-waiting, is to marry one of her three suitors. But there is a murder of one of her suitors and Grace's husband is accused of it! But there is more to this murder than even the Queen knows. With the help of a few servant friends, Lady Grace seeks the true answer to the murder and brings the real culprit to justice. I thought it was excellent!

Reviewer:

 Mara, Age 13, Chehalis
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Aurelia

Author:

 Anne Osterlund

Review:

If you love stories about princesses that aren't little kid books or too magical, you'll LOVE this one. It had an awesome mystery involved, just great. Trust me. :)

Reviewer:

 Emme, Age 14, Tumwater
Date: 05/11/2009

Title:

The Aztec

Author:

 Sonia Bleeker

Review:

This is a great book for those people who love history, and if you're like me and you love learning about ancient civilizations, then this is the perfect book for you. This book has tons of amazing facts like for example did you know that the Aztec would sacrifice thousands of people to their gods along with crates of gold and jade.

Reviewer:

 Rusty, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 02/09/2007

Title:

Bad Girls Don't Die

Author:

 Katie Allender

Review:

I really enjoyed this book a lot because it was sort of a mix of horror and mystery. I would recommend this book to a lot of girls, but not young girls cuz it's scary... Aka, it was an AWESOME book!!!

Reviewer:

 Celia, Age 13, Centralia
Date: 05/22/2009

Title:

Bad Girls Don't Die

Author:

 Katie Allender

Review:

I really enjoyed this book. There were a lot of twists: that is, if you were really paying attention you caught what was happening really quick. Not a lot of horror but a really good mystery. Perfect High schooler book.

Reviewer:

 Jekka, Age 16, Lacey
Date: 06/22/2009

Title:

Bad Intent

Author:

 Jordan Cray

Review:

You definitely should read this book! It is thrilling!

Reviewer:

 Mai-z, Age 12, Olympia
Date: 01/20/2007

Title:

The Ballad of Lucy Whipple

Author:

 Karen Cushman

Review:

This book was amazing. It was totally awesome because Lucy gets everything she wants in the end.

Reviewer:

 Tiarra, Hoquiam
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The Barn

Author:

 Brandon Swarrow

Review:

I loved The Barn because it keeps you guessing throughout the whole book. I like the short chapters and the hidden messages too.

Reviewer:

 Jimmy, Age 16, Aberdeen
Date: 06/26/2008

Title:

The Beast From the East

Author:

 r.l stine

Review:

i loved it. it was a great book and very interesting, at some points scary, but otherwise i never wanted to stop reading it.

Reviewer:

 kimbelry, Age 13, Tenino
Date: 01/01/2006

Title:

The Beatles a diary : an intimate day by day history

Author:

 Miles, Barry

Review:

This is probably the best Beatle book out there! It has a LOT of pics of the boys, and a ton of stories. If you like (or love) The Beatles, then you should really get this book!

Reviewer:

 Cheyenne, Age 13, Centralia
Date: 07/30/2008

Title:

Because of Winn Dixie

Author:

 Kate DiCamillo

Review:

I liked when the girl in the story decided to take in a stray dog and she named it Winn Dixie. If you like animals read this.

Reviewer:

 Kelsey, Age 13, Tumwater
Date: 10/30/2007

Title:

Because of Winn-Dixie

Author:

 Kate DiCamillo

Review:

i liked it because it was about a dog that needed help and only the little girl helped the dog, it was sad, happy, and very entertaining.

Reviewer:

 sha'Nee, Age 12, Yelm
Date: 10/10/2006

Title:

A Begonia For Miss Applebaum

Author:

 Paul Zindel

Review:

I didn't like this book because it was stupid. I personally like reading, but this is #1 on my hate list.

Reviewer:

 Eun Hee, Age 12, Hoquiam
Date: 11/08/2005

Title:

Beric the Briton

Author:

 G. A. Henty

Review:

This book was action-packed. Well, this book is cool because it has real history and some fiction put together to make a cool book. This one is about the Roman invasion of Britain and about the gladiator arenas.

Reviewer:

 Joshua, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The Bermudez Triangle

Author:

 Maureen Johnson

Review:

As a teenager who just figured out that she was bisexual, this book was perfect. It was funny were it should have been, and was serious in the parts it needed to be. I loved it!

Reviewer:

 Beth, Age 12, Aberdeen
Date: 08/01/2008

Title:

Best Friends for Never

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

This book was amazing. It's excellent, because it is humorous and exciting. This book is about a "clique" of four girls--Dylan, Massie, Alicia, and Kristen--who have known each other forever. They dress alike, they have regular Frieday night sleepovers, they go shopping together, but most of all, they all hate "the new girl." Claire, known as "the new girls," moves into a house on Massie's property, and tries to fit in, although Massie has no desire to even meet Claire. They are forced to be "friends." Does Claire have a chance?

Reviewer:

 Mae, Age 11, Olympia
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Betrayal

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

I thought this second book in the “Lady Grace Mysteries” was action-packed, funny, and full of facts. Life as a stowaway on board an Elizabethan galleon is no place for a lady! But when her fellow Maid of Honor, Lady Sarah, disappears with a dashing sea captain, Lady Grace, the Queen’s youngest and favorite Maid of Honor, knows she just has to investigate. Read it! It’s really good!

Reviewer:

 Mara, Age 13, Chehalis
Date: 05/27/2005

Title:

Bible

Author:

 Various authors

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, scary, and sad. It is the BEST book in the whole wide world for every reason under the sun. If you haven't read it, READ it! You will thank me.

Reviewer:

 Bookworm, Age 15, Chehalis
Date: 09/26/2005

Title:

The Big Bad Wolf

Author:

 James Patterson

Review:

Try catching America’s most wanted, unknown man, The Wolf. In “The Big Bad Wolf,” James Patterson takes you through part of the life of Alex Cross, a brand new FBI agent. Right after graduating from the FBI course, Alex Cross, a former big shot police officer, is on his first job as an agent. He was known for getting the bad guys really good, and best in the street work. But his new challenge is doing it the FBI way, the hard way. Alex Cross is in search for a man who no-one knows. The Wolf. The most feared, powerful, unseen criminal of his time. The man who keeps his identity a secret. The Wolf has been kidnapping various women, not to mention a few guys, around the world, and selling them as white slaves to many rich, perverted men. In the battle to keep his son from his ex-wife, getting the inside work done so he can get out in the street, and to keep his new job, Alex works to find The Wolf with a new vengeance. If you like some action, and some crime, then I’d suggest reading this book. With Patterson’s great imagination, and the fast-paced storyline, it’s a real hook. I don’t suggest that someone reads this if they don’t like harsh language, or some sexual content. But, for someone who likes realistic crime, FBI work, and some serious action, “The Big Bad Wolf” is a must.

Reviewer:

 Sarah, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 10/23/2008

Title:

Big Blueberry Barf-Off

Author:

 R.L. Stine

Review:

I liked this book because it was funny and I think it was cool. And whoever likes reading would like this book. It is enjoyable and sometimes it had some puking parts and Bernie had a lot of cash in his pocket from selling his million dollar watch. They had to make a lot of berries and they had a blue berry eat-off. I recommend this book.

Reviewer:

 Ty, Age 13, North Mason
Date: 02/20/2008

Title:

The Big Book of Boy Stuff

Author:

 Bart King

Review:

It is awesome because it is for boys only!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reviewer:

 Evan, Age 9, Olympia
Date: 05/14/2008

Title:

The Binding of the Blade Series

Author:

 L.B. Graham

Review:

This was an excellent series. Spellbinding. Adventure lovers will enjoy this book.

Reviewer:

 Susan, Age 16, Lacey
Date: 09/07/2008

Title:

Black

Author:

 Ted Dekker

Review:

This novel is the first book in the "Circle" trilogy. a very intersting book thats thrills do not stop till the end!

Reviewer:

 tyler, Age 15, Oakville
Date: 06/01/2006

Title:

Black Beauty

Author:

 Anna Sewell

Review:

He is passed from mean owner to owner and finally finds a happy home!

Reviewer:

 Tessa, Hoquiam
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The black book [diary of a teenage stud]

Author:

 Jonah Black

Review:

This book is kind of hilarious. Jonah Black is the name of both the author and the main character. The guy has hormone issues. He gets lost in dream land so often in the book. It gets him in trouble, too. He gets stuck on some psycho girl, Sophie, then is attracted to a girl named Posie, I think. Awesome book.

Reviewer:

 John, Age 14, Amanda Park
Date: 01/25/2006

Title:

Black Tattoo

Author:

 Sam Enthoven

Review:

I loved this book because Charlie's life sucks and then he meets a man who is possessed by the black tattoo (which is a demon who wants to destroy the world). The man gives Jack--Charlie's closest friend--Eesma, and Charlie a test, which when Charlie wins he is possessed by the demon. Jack, Esma, and Charlie travel through Hell and have a great adventure. But when Charlie and the demon take over Hell they go on a quest to "wake the dragon." If the dragon awakes the world as we know it would be destroyed. Who will win: good or... evil.......

Reviewer:

 Teddi, Age 12, Shelton
Date: 03/05/2007

Title:

Blood and Chocolate

Author:

 Annette Curtis Klause

Review:

What i like about this book is that it has everything in a book that i like; for example, it has mystery, action, and excitement.

Reviewer:

 Zukida, Age 13, North Mason
Date: 02/20/2008

Title:

Blood Fever the second in the Young Bond series

Author:

 Charlie Higson

Review:

I recommend this book because there is a ton of action, a good storyline and a catchy title. I also recommend you to read the first book in the series "Silverfin" by the same author.

Reviewer:

 Chance, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 03/17/2008

Title:

Bloody Jack: Being An Account of the Curious Adventures of Mary "Jacky" Faber, Ship's Boy

Author:

 L. A. Meyer

Review:

Mary Faber has lived on the streets of eighteenth-century London for a long time now, and her dream has always been to go to sea. And when she gets to chance to sign aboard the HMS Dolphin as a ship's boy, she takes it. The only problem is she's a girl and girls aren't allowed. Determined not to give up, Mary disguises herself as a boy named Jacky Faber, but as she matures and grows up her Deception gets harder and harder to keep. I thought there were parts of this book that were positively hilarious, suspenseful parts, and tons of action. Read it!

Reviewer:

 Mara, Age 13, Chehalis
Date: 10/30/2005

Title:

Bloody Jack: Being an Account of the Curious Adventures of Mary "Jacky" Faber, Ship's Boy

Author:

 L. A. Meyers

Review:

This book was amazing: it had action, romance, and PIRATES. It was really good!!

Reviewer:

 Katie, Age 16, Tumwater
Date: 07/24/2006

Title:

Blue Bloods

Author:

 Melissa de la Cruz

Review:

This book is about vampires in New York who came over on the Mayflower. They aren't really immortal, but they have multiple lives. I found it (mainly) plotless and bland. It was slightly hard to follow. The author used 'he' or 'she' instead of the name when it could have been any of the characters that were in the scene. I wouldn't recommend this book but if you want to read it I wouldn't say not to. Happy Yule!

Reviewer:

 Celeste, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 12/22/2007

Title:

Blue is for Nightmares

Author:

 Laura Faria Stolarz

Review:

I loved this book and the following books in the series. I could really relate to the characters and it was a great mystery. I loved being able to figure out what was going on along with the characters.

Reviewer:

 Mariah, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 09/04/2007

Title:

Blue Noon

Author:

 Scott Westerfeld

Review:

I really like this book. It is the last book in the Midnighters trilogy. It's way, way, WAY scarier than the other two, and you won't even be able to get out of your bed in the dark to get a drink of water in the middle of the night. Believe me, I tried, and freaked out just getting my leg out of the sheets! But it was a great book anyway!

Reviewer:

 HaiDang, Age 11, Lacey
Date: 01/20/2008

Title:

The blue sword

Author:

 Robin McKinley

Review:

It was a great story!!! Or end to a story, since this was book number 2. The Hero & The Crown is book number 1. The story of the Blue Sword is told a few hundred years after The Hero & The Crown.

Reviewer:

 SarahLee, Age 12, North Mason
Date: 06/30/2009

Title:

Boba Fett-Crossfire

Author:

 Terry Bisson

Review:

This book was a great story about what happens to young Boba Fett after his father is killed in Star Wars Episode II and he learns the "treasure" his father left him

Reviewer:

 Patrick, Age 12, Tumwater
Date: 09/02/2006

Title:

The Book of Dead Days

Author:

 Marcus Sedgwick

Review:

This book was interesting. The book is about the days between Christmas and New Years Eve. The main character is Boy, a urchin found by Valarian as a small child and made his familus, or servant. Valarian and Boy, with the help of a girl named Willow, search for a book that will help Valarian break his pact with evil. The Price of the pact is death on New Years Eve. This book had me intrested seeing how I was born on a "dead day." December 29, in the book, is the Day of Unnatural Developments.

Reviewer:

 John, Age 15, Amanda Park
Date: 07/27/2006

Title:

The Book of Mordred

Author:

 Vivian Vande Velde

Review:

I liked it because it's full of action and war. My favorite part is where Mordred gets his sweet armour and sword. I would recommend this book to anyone because it's action packed and will make you want to keep reading. I would recommend this book to my brother because he loves war and action packed books.

Reviewer:

 Kyle Dean, Age 14, North Mason
Date: 02/20/2008

Title:

Book of Shadows

Author:

 Cate Tiernan

Review:

This book was amazing. This book was really good. It was about a regular old girl who discovers that she might have magickal powers!

Reviewer:

 Mystic, Salkum
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The Book Thief

Author:

 Markus Zusak

Review:

This book was amazing. It had fiction wrapped up into real historical events, real hardships. It made me cry for chapters, made me smile at times, made me get angry at others. It was a book like no other and is a great book, one of the best that I have read.

Reviewer:

 Jessica, Age 17, Yelm
Date: 05/22/2007

Title:

The Book Thief

Author:

 Markus Zusak

Review:

This book was very moving, and takes place in Germany during the Holocaust. It's a very well-written story. I definitely recommend this for any teen wanting to read a more challenging novel.

Reviewer:

 Shweta, Age 14, Olympia
Date: 07/13/2008

Title:

Born to Rock

Author:

 Gordon Korman

Review:

The book was really good because it is of a somewhat normal kid that tries to find out who his real dad is and ends up going from a good Young Republican to a...... You'll have to read it to find out.

Reviewer:

 Dustin, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 03/08/2007

Title:

Bottled Up

Author:

 Jayne Murray

Review:

i didn't like this book, i loved it..i thought this book was really super good, i can relate to this book a lot because my father is like the father in the book also and my family fits into these roles in a way and i also am always looking out for my younger brother...

Reviewer:

 jessica, Age 15, Tenino
Date: 12/04/2005

Title:

Bottled Up

Author:

 Jaye Murray

Review:

First of all... I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!! This was an awesome book talking about a guy named Pip (yeh i kno its a weird nick name). Anyway, Pip is a bit..well... i guess you would call him a pot head. He smokes, drinks, and does all that junk but mostly to forget about how his father treats him. On top of that, he has to deal with his little brother whom he's trying to basically raise, since his mother dumps most of the responsibilty on him. When the principal of his school threatens to call his father and get him expelled, Pip begins to see a counselor. This story shows how a sixteen yr old boy can invent his own future, without touching the ugly path his father made for his life.

Reviewer:

 Samantha, Age 14, Mountain View
Date: 10/10/2005

Title:

The Boy Who Couldn't Die

Author:

 William Sleator

Review:

This book was amazing, scary, and sad. The main characrer is a 16-year-old teen who recently found out that his best friend had died in a plane wreck. Ken, the teen, decided that he would find a way to be "immortal," so to speak. Ken soon finds out that there is a heavy price to pay for such protection, such as: a fear that his loved ones will be killed, shallower emotions, dreams where he murders people among other things, and the loss of his soul. I think Ken's dreams were perty creepy, but the price that Ken pays for his immortality is far worse.

Reviewer:

 John, Age 14, Amanda Park
Date: 08/12/2005

Title:

Boy's Life

Author:

 Robert R. McCammon

Review:

This book was amazing. It is an adult mystery that's not just for boys! It tells the story of twelve year old Corey MacKenson, who learns that everybody has a secret. Even people that you least suspected.

Reviewer:

 Anonymous, Lacey
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Bras & Broomsticks

Author:

 Sarah Mlynowski

Review:

I super loved this book! It is about a 14 year old girl named Rachel. I loved this book because it is funny and exciting and super great!

Reviewer:

 Wynne, Lacey
Date: 09/15/2006

Title:

Bras and broom sticks

Author:

 mlynowski, sarah

Review:

i loved it because i am into the magic type of thing and it can relate allmost to real life between snotty girls and parents getting remarried after divorce. i love the book.

Reviewer:

 Dani, Age 12, Aberdeen
Date: 04/01/2008

Title:

Breaking Dawn

Author:

 Stephenie Meyer

Review:

This was a very interesting book and kept the romance between Bella and Edward going, but took a bit more violent and sexual turn. The bits of sexual stuff must be somewhat accepted, considering that the book tells about Edward and Bella's HONEYMOON, and it isn't very explicit, but younger readers should beware. There is quite a bit of blood (no pun intended) and a bit of somewhat sick stuff with Bella, but overall this book was good. I liked hearing more about Jacob.

Reviewer:

 Laura, Age 15, Chehalis
Date: 02/20/2009

Title:

Breaking Dawn

Author:

 Stephenie Meyer

Review:

Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer is a wonderful, outstanding book. This book was extremely exciting and suspenseful with a lot of twists, turns and cliff hangers. I found myself completely absorbed into the story line written in the book. I was oblivious of the things happening around me while being captivated by the book. It was a struggle for me to put Breaking Dawn down even for the shortest moment. I was unaware of my time spent on reading the story. Stephenie Meyer is a marvelous author. In her description she goes into great detail perfectly. When she describes a new setting I can picture it clearly and easily in my mind. I could imagine myself there in the setting that she describes, watching everything. This was a fictitious book, but Stephenie Meyer made this story so realistic you almost wish it was possible. The characters in Breaking Dawn were not true to life. They were beyond that, better than that. They are superhuman (even though they are not human at all), they have no limitations, no boundaries, and anything is possible! I would recommend this book to any one who likes drama, romance, suspense and who likes books that take you on an emotional journey. Throughout hatred, despair, excitement, pleasure, rejoice and especially an uneasy stomach. Breaking Dawn is a book you will NEVER forget!

Reviewer:

 Sarah, Age 13, North Mason
Date: 03/02/2009

Title:

Breaking Dawn

Author:

 Stephenie Meyer

Review:

for all of you who say that this book sucked, you're on your own. this book was the best that i have ever read. it was better than all of the others and i don't care what u say. i couldn't put it down when it was telling Jacobs side of the story. long live Twilight

Reviewer:

 Nikki, Age 15, Olympia
Date: 03/10/2009

Title:

Breathing Underwater

Author:

 Alexandra Flinn

Review:

This book was amazing and sad. It tells about a kid who turned into a monster. Nick Andreas falls in love with a talented girl named Caitlin. Nick soon becomes afraid of Caitlin leaving him. He becomes very jealous. In a fit of rage he hits Caitlin. Over and over. Nick pays the price. He loses his friends, his girlfriend, and his self-respect. Nick is sentenced to rehab and must write in a journal about what happened to Caitlin and him. Through this whole mess Nick finally learns to respect others by respecting himself.

Reviewer:

 Shanice, Age 13, Chehalis
Date: 08/29/2005

Title:

Breathing Underwater

Author:

 Alex Flinn

Review:

This was a really good book. I told a few other people about it and then everyone wanted to read it. It's really good.

Reviewer:

 Tammy, Age 13, Lacey
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Breathing Underwater

Author:

 Alexandra Flinn

Review:

I enjoy ANY books where the male is the main character (i'm a little sexist) in journal form. This guy's got issues and he even gets you believing he doesn't right up until the end!

Reviewer:

 John, Age 14, Amanda Park
Date: 01/25/2006

Title:

Breathless

Author:

 Pam Withers

Review:

I liked this book because it was easy and short and fun.

Reviewer:

 jonathon, Age 13, North Mason
Date: 02/20/2008

Title:

Breathless

Author:

 Pam Withers

Review:

I like this book because I like scuba diving and the book is about scuba diving. My favorite part of the book was when Weniki tells Beverly about what happened on her scuba diving accident. If I could change anything it would be nothing because the story was fun and exciting. I would recommend this book to some one who likes adventures.

Reviewer:

 Jonathon, Age 13, North Mason
Date: 02/20/2008

Title:

Brian's hunt

Author:

 Gary Paulsen

Review:

Brian pulls up to the island in his canoe. He smells something that smells like rotten flesh and blood.

Reviewer:

 Thomas, Age 12, Shelton
Date: 02/13/2007

Title:

Brianna's Gift

Author:

 Lurlene McDaniel

Review:

Two sisters and their mother live together. The older sister runs away with her older boyfriend. She returns home pregno. When they are trying to decide if they should keep the baby or not, tragedy strikes, and it is up to the little sister to solve the problems. I loved this book.

Reviewer:

 Jekka, Age 16, Lacey
Date: 08/20/2009

Title:

Bridge to Terabithia

Author:

 Katherine Paterson

Review:

At first you may think this short book is a little boring, but believe me, after reading the book and seeing the new movie, the end really surprises me and if you read it you will definitely think it is the best book ever!

Reviewer:

 Stephanie, Age 13, Tumwater
Date: 03/02/2007

Title:

Brio (Magazine)

Author:

Review:

This magazine is amazing, funny, and brainy. I've been subscribing to Brio for five years now. I love the advice columns and reviews, especially the ones on music and entertainment. The short stories are always though-provoking, and it's fun to learn about some of my favorite music artists in their up-close-and-personal interviews. Give Brio a try. You'll love it! And if you're an older teen girl, focused more on the tail end of high school and the start of college life, check out Brio and Beyond. It's like Brio, just a bit more grown up and tailored to the issues that are relevant to today's young women. Good luck, Brio sissies!

Reviewer:

 Mollie, Age 17, Yelm
Date: 07/28/2005

Title:

Brio magazine

Author:

Review:

This magazine was full of facts. This magazine for girls tackles all the tough aspects of growing up, like health, guys, music, school, and religion.

Reviewer:

 Anna, Chehalis
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Brisingr, or, The seven promises of Eragon Shadeslayer and Saphira Bjartskular

Author:

 Christopher Paolini

Review:

i loved this book; it met all my standards.

Reviewer:

 Turtle, Age 12, Winlock
Date: 06/21/2009

Title:

bud not buddy

Author:

 Christopher Paul Curtis

Review:

This is a great book about a kid who is a foster kid and has to find a way to escape....... You have to read this book to find out what he needs to escape(: (: (: (: (: (: (: (: (: (: (: (: (: You should really read this book it touches your heart, really.

Reviewer:

 Liza, Age 12, Centralia
Date: 10/05/2006

Title:

The Bulldog

Author:

 Charlotte Wilcox

Review:

I liked that it talked about dogs. I disliked nothing.

Reviewer:

 Kayla, Age 12, Shelton
Date: 06/11/2007

Title:

Bunnicula

Author:

 Deborah and mostly James Howe

Review:

I like these books because in the story a puppy writes it and it is mysterious.

Reviewer:

 Logan , i am a girl, Age 12, Ocean Park
Date: 12/06/2006

Title:

The Burning City

Author:

 Ariel Dorfman

Review:

The book is one of my favorites! It is about a boy named Heller who lives in New York City. He is a angel of death of sorts. He is a bike messenger who is the bearer of bad news. It's funny because he always winds up interacting or reinteracting with a lot of people who are interconnected in a sort of web. READ it! You will enjoy it!

Reviewer:

 John, Age 15, Amanda Park
Date: 02/28/2006

Title:

Burnt Orange: Color Me Wasted

Author:

 Melody Carlson

Review:

I loved the whole alcoholic thing. It shows what a real alcoholic goes through. Also it shows that a real friend isn't the one that gets you hooked on alcohol it is the one that helps you to see that what you are doing is wrong. In this book a true friend named Simi has to die to show what Amber was doing was wrong. In this story it isn't like one of those when will this be over but it is a story you can get into.

Reviewer:

 Ana, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 11/25/2007

Title:

Call of the wild

Author:

 Jack London

Review:

This is a book about a dog named Buck who was kidnapped from his family to be recruited on a dog sled team in Alaska. Buck goes from many owners who are both nice and cruel. He leans the true value of trust but at the end he listens to the Call of the wild.

Reviewer:

 Crystal, Age 14, Hoquiam
Date: 04/16/2007

Title:

Camp Wild

Author:

 Pam Withers

Review:

I really liked the book; it was about exploring and adventure. My favorite part was when their parents caught up to them and they got in trouble. The begining of the book a little boring. I would recommend this back to someone who likes adventure and exploring.

Reviewer:

 Hunter, Age 14, North Mason
Date: 02/20/2008

Title:

Candle In The Wind

Author:

 Maureen Wartski

Review:

Reviewer:

 Anonymous, Age
Date: 10/26/2005

Title:

Candy

Author:

 Kevin Brooks

Review:

This book is one of those books that makes you cry and smile at the same time. I couldn't put it down until I knew the ending. It was the best book I've read in a long time.

Reviewer:

 Kara, Age 16, Winlock
Date: 08/15/2006

Title:

Candy Darlings

Author:

 Christine Walde

Review:

This book was okay, because it was not the greatest but neither was it the worst. The story, from the beginning, really drags you into it but about the first two chapters, the hype kind of wears off. You don't even know the girl's name and throughout, more questions arise about the girl and her friend Megan. Then in the end, it just leaves you hanging there with all these questions. In a way, it was kind of good. Like it gives you that chance to name the character yourself and try to figure out the mystery behind it all. Overall though, I didn't really enjoy this book.

Reviewer:

 Emily, Age 15, Lacey
Date: 07/23/2007

Title:

Cards on the Table

Author:

 Agatha Christie

Review:

I loved this book. All of Agatha Christie's books are superbly awesome and this one was no exception. Murder mysteries are so amazing and i think you should all go to the library and check out some agatha christie books right now!!!!

Reviewer:

 Emma, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 10/29/2006

Title:

Cast Two Shadows

Author:

 Ann Rinaldi

Review:

This book was amazing, sad, and full of facts. It is a well-written portal to the Revolutionary War in the South. You learn of Caroline’s hardships and her bravery through the whole confusing mess and tangle of things. Quite an enjoyable read for those who love historical fiction.

Reviewer:

 Mara, Age 12, Chehalis
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Catherine Called Birdy

Author:

 Karen Cushman

Review:

This book is full of crude bathroom humor and is disgusting. I advise that you don’t read it

Reviewer:

 Bookworm, Age 14, Chehalis
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Catherine Called Birdy

Author:

 Karen Cushman

Review:

This book was funny, silly, full of facts, and weird. It told about a girl who got rid of guys she didn’t like, which is good for us girls who get liked or asked out by dorks or guys we don’t like. It also told how to get a boy not to like u, which is good for girls who get asked out by brainy guys and how to get rid of them.

Reviewer:

 Mellissa, Age 12, Olympia
Date: 05/27/2005

Title:

Caught in the Act

Author:

 Peter Moore

Review:

This is probably my new favorite book of ALL time (they don't change often). If you like books about actors and psychotic teens who have fun stabbing people with ice picks, you will enjoy this book! There is a reason why they did the 'Scottish Play' (Macbeth) in this book. It is not a book to be put down! it is intriguing and funny, but also so full of chaos that it keeps you CAUGHT IN THE ACT! (sorry...)

Reviewer:

 Kati, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 02/13/2006

Title:

A Certain Slant of Light

Author:

 Laura Whitcomb

Review:

Helen and James are just two normal lovers…except for the fact that they are both actually spirits and are over 100 years old. The fear the Helen feels when James walks up to her and introduces himself for the first time is quickly replaced by intrigue and a deep love and need for him. As the compelling story of their past and future unfolds, the parallels between their lives become the necessary key that allows them to move on to the next life together. This beautiful story of love, life, and the possibility of life after death is a must read for all high school students. It captures the essence of our society today and how it may relate to someone from another time. A satisfying conclusion wraps up an equally satisfying plot and story.

Reviewer:

 Courtney, Age 17, Lacey
Date: 05/10/2006

Title:

Charlie Bone and the beast

Author:

 Jenny Nimo

Review:

I liked the book becuse it was great. There was a whole new thing each chapter it kept me guessing to the bitter end.

Reviewer:

 Gospel, Age 13, Tumwater
Date: 10/30/2007

Title:

Charlie Bone and the Invisible Boy

Author:

 Jenny Nimmo

Review:

This book is about a boy who has discovered a invisible boy in the attics of his school, Bloors Acadmey. His uncle Paton has disappeared. There is a new girl that is staying with Charlie's aunts and her eyes keep changing colors. It's up to Charlie and his friends to use thier unusual talents to save Charlie's uncle and the invisible boy at Bloors Academy. This book has great word choice, it makes you feel like you are actually there. This book is very thrilling: I highly recommend it.

Reviewer:

 Samantha, Age 12, Olympia
Date: 02/09/2007

Title:

Charlie Bone and the Red King

Author:

 Jenny Nimmo

Review:

This book will always keep you on the edge of your seat. Surprises will come when you least expect them.

Reviewer:

 James, Age 15, Tumwater
Date: 10/14/2007

Title:

Chasing Vermeer

Author:

 Blue Balliet

Review:

This book was amazing. It's about a strange girl and a weird boy who save a famous painting. It will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Reviewer:

 HaiDang, Age 11, Lacey
Date: 10/13/2007

Title:

Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul

Author:

 Jack Confield

Review:

This book was amazing. My friends and I have all read every single book of the Chicken Soup series. We all agree that the first one was the best one and probably always will be. Unless they put one of us in it, then it would be the best book ever devised in the history of all mankind. LOL.

Reviewer:

 Erica, Aberdeen
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

A Child Called "It"

Author:

 David Pelzer

Review:

This book was scary and sad. It was such a good book. I loved it. It really made me think about life. It's a true story about a child who was abused. It's a really good book. I could not put it down: I finished it in one day.

Reviewer:

 Kylie, Age 13, Lacey
Date: 07/19/2005

Title:

A Child Called "It"

Author:

 Dave Pelzer

Review:

A Child Called “It” is very depressing and is sadly a true story. David is a very young and innocent boy who doesn't have a very pleasant life at home or school. He has to do different odd chores around the house and has to stay in the basement without getting any food for at least a week and doesn't get to play with his friends or other siblings. At school he gets teased about smelling because his mother wont let him bathe. David tries to take bagged lunches from kids during recess or before school to try to get some food in his system and gets caught most of the time. His mother is very cruel, she takes out all of her anger on David and he doesn't even do anything to her to make her angry with him. His father has to sit and watch him get beaten everyday and doesn't do anything about it. Which I don't understand because at any time David's father tries to give him food but can't take him away from his mother. I thought it was strange because David has two other brothers and another brother on the way and his mother just chooses to pick on him. If you can't handle nasty things like throwing up what you have just eaten, burning yourself on a stove, or getting locked in the bathroom with different cleaning chemicals then this wouldn't be a very good book to be reading but there isn't that much nasty things in this book. I would recommend this book to people who like to read real life stories about abused children and how they fought back and started their own lives with no abuse toward their own children.

Reviewer:

 Michelle, Age 13, Aberdeen
Date: 10/08/2007

Title:

A Child called "IT"

Author:

 Dave Pelzer

Review:

I LOVED this book because... Well I don't know why I liked it I just did! I liked it SOOOOO MUCH that I read the book in just a little over a day!!!!

Reviewer:

 Megan, Age 11, Shelton
Date: 11/21/2006

Title:

A Child Called "It"

Author:

 Pelzer, David

Review:

I loved this book because it's a great story of how this little boy, David survived all his life, although his mother continually beat him!!! (So sad.)

Reviewer:

 Danielle, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 05/02/2008

Title:

A child called "It"

Author:

 Dave Pelzer

Review:

I loved this book because it was very exciting but the part that I didn't like was that David that is called "It" gets beaten by his Mother!

Reviewer:

 Megan, Age 11, Shelton
Date: 12/04/2006

Title:

A Child Called "It"

Author:

 David Pelzer

Review:

i liked this book because i can relate to what this little boy went through. and i think that it is amazing that he can write about what happened in his life and share it with the world. i thought that this book was excellent.

Reviewer:

 bree, Age 14, Olympia
Date: 06/19/2008

Title:

a child called "it"

Author:

 Pezler, David

Review:

I loved this book because it's a great story of how this little boy David has to survive because his mom beats him constantly and show no mercy (so very sad) but he does survive her. She beats him, burns him, makes mustard gas and locks him in the bathroom. You read it and find out for your self!

Reviewer:

 Nikki, Age 14, Yelm
Date: 06/05/2008

Title:

A Child Called "It"

Author:

 Dave Pelzer

Review:

I liked this book because it keeps you on the edge of your seat, and be prepared, because the first chapter is a little harsh.

Reviewer:

 Nikki, Age 14, Yelm
Date: 05/29/2008

Title:

A child called "it"

Author:

 David Pezler

Review:

The only thing that I did not like about the book was that his mother was so cruel. I almost did not read the book but I am glad that I did because it made me realize that children have no way to fight back against abuse from their parents.

Reviewer:

 Nikki, Age 14, Yelm
Date: 05/30/2008

Title:

A child called It

Author:

 David Pelzer

Review:

I have read this book four times and even though I could most likely tell you the story word for word by memory it never gets old. Even though young David is constantly being abused,he never gives up. i absolutly love this book.

Reviewer:

 Brianna, Age 12, Winlock
Date: 05/22/2008

Title:

A Child Called "It"

Author:

 David Pelzer

Review:

This book was amazing, scary, and sad. I thought it was excellent! It is a true story about a boy who was abused by his mother. His father wanted to help but couldn't. The mother did things to the boy that are unthinkable like put household cleansers together, which made a deadly gas. The worst thing I think was his own other stabbing him. I loved this book sooo much I read it in about three hours.

Reviewer:

 Alana, Age 15, Aberdeen
Date: 08/29/2005

Title:

Children of the River

Author:

 Linda Crew

Review:

At first this book was a little boring, but once you got into it, it was great. It's about a teenage girl from Cambodia who comes to America with her family and struggles to learn the American customs. One of them being dealing with boys. This is a good book to read.

Reviewer:

 Stephanie, Age 13, Tumwater
Date: 07/25/2006

Title:

Children of the River

Author:

 Linda Crew

Review:

This book was amazing. You're drawn into the world of a teenage immigrant, facing the normal challenges of American teens along with the challenges of clashing cultures. The main character is a Cambodian teenager who has fled her country with her aunt and uncle's family the second the radio she was listening to sounded a warning. Her mother, father, sister, and brother were left behind. Also left behind was her childhood sweetheart.

I like this book because it introduces you to the actual hardships Cambodian immigrants had before and after their arrival in the United States; it allows you to feel empathy for the character. It opened my eyes to the past situation in Cambodia, and to the present situation. Also, the book takes place in a local setting (Oregon), so you can feel the history of the setting. The story is based upon the author's knowledge of the life of her Cambodian friends who work on her land.

Reviewer:

 Valerie, Lacey
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

A Christmas Carol

Author:

 Charles Dickons

Review:

Ok, I'm sure some people would say that I just have no respect for true writing masterpieces or something. But I could fall asleep during this book! We had to read it in class, and we were all falling asleep! There was a whole page on how wide the staircases were! I mean really! I didn't even know you could write that much about something so unimportant. Obviously Mr. Dickens thought it was important. I love the whole story in general, but this book was BORING!

Reviewer:

 Jennifer, Age 11, Tumwater
Date: 07/31/2007

Title:

Christy and Todd the College Years books 1-3

Author:

 Robin Jones Gunn

Review:

Todd and Christy take their relationship to the next level. Read about all that happens. I love these books, they continue on after the Christy Miller Series.

Reviewer:

 Emily, Age 14, Aberdeen
Date: 04/08/2008

Title:

Christy Miller Series books 1-12

Author:

 Robin Jones Gunn

Review:

These books are terrific! I recommend them to any teenage girl. Christy faces many challenges throughout her teenage years. They are addicting. You might be able to relate to them. Christy and her friends are great role models who face many challenges from boyfriends, to getting in trouble with the law, fighting with friends, and they have God with them through it all.

Reviewer:

 Emily, Age 14, Aberdeen
Date: 04/08/2008

Title:

Chronicles of Narnia

Author:

 C.S. Lewis

Review:

This is a series of really good books about adventure. The characters and time changes as the books progress. Aslan however is always there. He is a lion who created Narnia. The movie, "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe," shows Aslan. It is a movie adaption of one of the first books.

Reviewer:

 John, Age 14, Amanda Park
Date: 01/25/2006

Title:

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

Author:

 C.S. Lewis

Review:

I loved this book because it has a great author and he made up a great world that makes you believe it is real.

Reviewer:

 Alana, Age 15, Aberdeen
Date: 05/02/2006

Title:

Circle of Three

Author:

 Isobel Bird

Review:

The books in this series are amazing, and quite simply wonderful. They present the world of Wicca in a non-fluffy way. There are not many books for teen wiccans out there that we can relate to, but these we can. This series is about three friends: Kate, Cooper (my favorite), and Annie. In Book 1, Kate works a love spell that backfires, and she goes to Cooper the rocker chick and Annie the brainy one. They quickly become friends. Soon, they start attending a weekly class together to learn more about Wicca. They encounter many different things along their path. They are not about throwing fire balls, or levitating, or any of that mumbo-jumbo (like in the Sweep series). These are far the best series books for a young Wiccan to read.

Reviewer:

 Anonymous, Montesano
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Cirque du freak series

Author:

 Darren Shan

Review:

I did not enjoy this series because later in the series everything is all the same. They escape death a few times in every book so it just gets old.

Reviewer:

 Kurtis, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 07/10/2007

Title:

Cirque Du Freak Series

Author:

 Darren Shan

Review:

This book constantly builds up the suspense. The author's original language and detail keeps a movie rolling in my head. I feel like I am actually there. It is a great read for all ages except younger ages under 10.

Reviewer:

 Branden, Age 12, North Mason
Date: 05/17/2007

Title:

City of Ember

Author:

 Jeanne Duprau

Review:

What a horrid begining! How can anyone stand the horrid lack of action?

Reviewer:

 Tyler, Age 12, Tumwater
Date: 02/26/2007

Title:

City of Ember

Author:

 Jeanne DuPrau

Review:

There were a lot of adventures and mysteries in this book.

Reviewer:

 Mackenzie, Age 12, Shelton
Date: 02/06/2007

Title:

City of Ember

Author:

 Jeanne DuPrau

Review:

I like this book because it has a good plot.

Reviewer:

 Jerad, Age 11, Tumwater
Date: 02/12/2007

Title:

Claws

Author:

 Will Weaver

Review:

This book was amazing. It had a great plot line about cheating parents and teenage drama that teens can really relate to. The characters were really down-to-earth about their situation. But then there is a really suprising end that I totally didn't see comeing. Over all an AMAZING book.

Reviewer:

 Jekka, Age 16, Lacey
Date: 08/09/2009

Title:

Click Here

Author:

 Denise Vega

Review:

Great story, always surprising you. Great ending.

Reviewer:

 Katherine, Age 12, Naselle
Date: 02/08/2009

Title:

Click Here (to find out how I survived seventh grade)

Author:

 Denise Vega

Review:

I loved reading this book, and I didn't want to put it down! There are many surprises, always when you think it slowed down. The ending left me feeling very good, which is hard to find in a book. :)

Reviewer:

 Grace, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 04/28/2009

Title:

The Clique

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

It was filled with how middle school is really like, the whole "fitting in" scenario. Fantastic!

Reviewer:

 Candace, Age 13, Yelm
Date: 01/25/2007

Title:

The Clique

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

This Book Rocks and its so true. Its about this clique at an expensive private scool. Then a girl named Claire and her family are staying at the clique's leader Massie's guest house until they can find one of their own. You almost can feel Claire's pain as she wears overalls to the first day of school and totally doesn't fit in. This book is the first in the series. I just can't put these books down!!! Great for all ages of teenagers!!!

Reviewer:

 Amy, Age 11, Aberdeen
Date: 02/09/2008

Title:

The Clique

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

So everyone was reading this book, it seemed like. I didn't want to read it because it seemed like a book that was just about a popular girl's struggle to find the right shade of lipstick to match her dress. But once I finally decided to read I actually liked it. Like the girls in the story you cannot judge this book by its cover. Easy to read book. Can't wait to read sequel.

Reviewer:

 Stephanie, Age 14, Tumwater
Date: 07/31/2007

Title:

The Clique series

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

This book Was AWESOME. It was mainly about a bunch of rich, popular girls and what they go through and all that drama.

Reviewer:

 Ericka, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 06/15/2006

Title:

The Clique

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

OMG! I LOVE this series! I am so addicted! =D Kennedy first got me started so thanks Kennedy!!! =D

Reviewer:

 Bri, Age 13, Hoquiam
Date: 07/13/2008

Title:

The Clique

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

i liked this book cuz it's about real-life teen drama and it's pretty funny XP

Reviewer:

 Lala, Age 12, Lacey
Date: 06/25/2009

Title:

The Clique Series

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

I liked this book because it was very different from all the other books i read. It was about these five girls, Massie Block (The Boss), Dylan (The Inscure one) Alica (The Prettiest) Kristen (The poor one who lies about being rich), and Clair (the new girl who is not in the "in crowd" and who lives on Massie Block's estate in their guest house). Clair is dying to be in the in crowd. She'll do wahtever it takes!!!

Reviewer:

 Ashley, Age 12, Aberdeen
Date: 07/03/2006

Title:

The clique series

Author:

 Lisi Harrison

Review:

I liked this series because it was different from all those other books about rich girls. It had a twist with some of them not all being rich and some not all being that popular! I love the drama!

Reviewer:

 Tasia, Age 12, Yelm
Date: 08/01/2006

Title:

Close to a Killer

Author:

 Marsha Qualey

Review:

This book was amazing and scary. The book CLOSE TO A KILLER is a mystery novel about Daria Dupree's successful hair salon, Killer Looks, and about a second-hand bookstore. This is a good name for the salon because all of the stylists, including Daria herself, are convicted murderers who have already served their time and now are making new lives for themselves.

Daria ended up in prison, after being involved in a protest at a nuclear power facility. She planted a bomb in a car, which went off before it was supposed to, and she paid for this with 15 years of her life. She created the salon to get back on her feet. She has a 17-year-old daughter, Barrie, who isn't thrilled by the prospect of staying with her ex-con mom while her dad and his wife spend a year in Europe. After Daria's conviction, she and Barrie's father had divorced, and her father married Melissa. Barrie lived with them during the time her mother was in prison. However, when Melissa won a fellowship to study in Paris, Barrie's father decided that she should live with her mother.

Barrie writes stories in her notebook and earns money at her mother's salon. Barrie is at the heart of the intrigue. She collects 1950s career romances and old photographs, writing imaginative but morose stories about the people in the pictures. Her ideas for writing based on old photographs oddly connect helping the poor with adolescent angst.

Business booms at Killer Looks until the husband of a wealthy client and then another customer are brutally slain in their suburban fashionable homes. People in the city start to accuse the ex-cons of the hair salon. The business takes a nosedive and Barrie and Daria become the targets of anonymous vandalism. Their house is vandalised, their shop is burned, Barrie has the feeling she's being stalked, and an acquaintence is thrown under a moving train. Barrie is caught up in a plot that keeps bringing her ever closer to the killer.

Reviewer:

 Nuk, Elma
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Code Orange

Author:

 Caroline Cooney

Review:

This book kept my attention from begining to end. It was so exciting. It was about a boy living in NYC who found a book with an envelope of small pox scabs in it. He breathes in some of the scab dust. He tries to figure out if he has small pox before it's too late.

Reviewer:

 Danielle, Age 12, Lacey
Date: 10/22/2006

Title:

Code Talker

Author:

 Joseph Bruchac

Review:

"Code Talker" is a fictional, yet realistic account of the life of a Navajo code talker. In his childhood, he was sent to a harsh boarding school where he received his American name, Ned Begay, and was told that the Navajo culture was useless. Later on, he fought alongside the U.S. Marines in the Pacific islands and sent top secret messages that helped save many lives and win the war. This book talks about the prejudice that the Navajos faced, and how, after many childhood years of being told by whites that the Navajo language was not important, their language was needed for such a vital task. "Code Talker" is an amazing story of friendship, heroism, and perseverance.

Reviewer:

 Michael, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 02/09/2007

Title:

Cold Fire

Author:

 Tamora Pierce

Review:

I loved this book mostly because of the troubles Daja earns when she notices the hidden powers of her new friends, which have led to the many wild events she has become part of. Also, i couldn't believe what happened with Ben even though there were many hints to what was going to happen.

Reviewer:

 Melinda, Age 14, Yelm
Date: 03/28/2006

Title:

College Weekend

Author:

 R.L. Stine

Review:

Tina Rivers was really looking forward to the weekend she would be spending with her boyfriend Josh Martin even though her cousin Holly will be with her. When Tina and Holly arrive at the boy friend's room they do not find him and instead Christopher Roberts is there saying Tina's boyfriend is stuck in the mountains because of car trouble. Tina states that Josh never had told her anything about that. Things get even stranger when Holly disappears. In the end Christopher ends up being a murderer. How would you like to read that? This book is filled with more love and murder you expect. Once you start reading it you can't stop. It is as if you know something bad will happen because of the way the author does such a good job foreshadowing. I recommend this book to teenagers because being able to relate to books with people your own age is very thrilling. There was a place in the book where Tina and Chris are on the Ferris wheel and Chris threatens Tina that if she doesn't kiss him he will flip it. In that part of the story I felt like if I was in it and imagined myself scared and forced to kiss him, and there are many other parts in the book like that. Christopher a very scary guy, Tina, an overdramatic girl, and Holly a shy, spoiled girl make this book very exciting.

Reviewer:

 Alejandra, Age 14, Aberdeen
Date: 12/03/2007

Title:

The Color Of Magic

Author:

 Terry Pratchett

Review:

This book is very funny and has a good amount of adventure.

Reviewer:

 Casey, Age 13, Yelm
Date: 01/30/2007

Title:

Coming Through the Rye

Author:

 Grace Livingston Hill

Review:

I LIKED this book because it is about a young girl who has lost her mother and her father in part of a horrible scheme that she doesn't know about. But the scheme is what her father claimed was going to make money for her. She doesn't know what to believe, her father or the handsome detective who pinned the scheme on her father. I liked this book because it was action-filled, romantic, and a book where the character trusts in God for her needs. This is definitely a winner for anyone who likes to read what is described above. Enjoy!

Reviewer:

 Caitlin, Age 16, Lacey
Date: 02/27/2006

Title:

Conspiracy: From the Daybookes of Lady Grace Cavendish

Author:

 Patricia Finney

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, funny, and full of facts. 13-year-old Lady Grace Cavendish--Queen Elizabeth I's favorite and youngest Maid of Honor and Lady Sursuivant--is to accompany Queen Elizabeth to Kenilworth with the rest of the Royal Court, where Queen Elizabeth is to meet another suitor, Prince Sven of Sweden. But with so many mysterious accidents that nearly take the Queen's life, this isn't a holiday for Lady Grace! Delve into the daybooke of Grace Cavendish as she tries to find out who is causing all of these accidents! Read it!

Reviewer:

 Mara, Age 13, Chehalis
Date: 09/26/2005

Title:

The Convicts

Author:

 Iain Lawrence

Review:

This book is a fictional story, which happens to be based on true events. The main character is sentenced to prison for boys, and is put onto a juvenile ship. He has to learn how to make friends quickly, as there is a gang-like atmosphere on the ship. The second book is even better than the first, but don't read the second one without reading the first, because you would lose the effect. In the second book, he escapes the ship, only to find islands inhabited by cannibals. It is very intense at times!

Reviewer:

 Mitchell, Age 14, Chehalis
Date: 01/19/2007

Title:

Coraline

Author:

 Neil Gaiman

Review:

i liked this book cuz it is scary and i love scary books

Reviewer:

 adonia, Age 18, Shelton
Date: 11/13/2006

Title:

Cougar Camp

Author:

 J. R. Stoddard

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, and scary. It is set in Washington state, and is about the human/cougar connection. The book itself is fictional, but some of the incidents that happen are all too real.

Reviewer:

 Nichole, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 09/23/2005

Title:

The Counte of Monte Cristo

Author:

 Alexander Dumas

Review:

This book is sooo good. If you like a story about adventure, betrayal, and love this book is for you. it has all the great types of stories combined!!!!

Reviewer:

 Shelby, Age 14, Montesano
Date: 11/13/2007

Title:

Country Girl, City Girl

Author:

 Lisa Jahn-Clough

Review:

I really enjoyed this book. It was really funny and interesting. The reason there is only 4 stars and not 5 is because how the book ended.

Reviewer:

 Kurtis, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 07/10/2007

Title:

Cracked up to be

Author:

 Courtney Summers

Review:

This is a story about a girl who used to be perfect. I mean good grades and good friends. Then at a party something happens. Now she is having panic attacks and she tries to become a loner. Then the guy who she belives made this happen comes back. The ending is terrific

Reviewer:

 jessica, Age 13, Aberdeen
Date: 06/30/2009

Title:

Cracker! The Best Dog In vietnam

Author:

 Kadohata, Cynthia

Review:

this book is soooo great anyone who loves animals or war you'll love it. even if you don't like animals or war you still won't be able to put the book down!!!! read it if you find it, if you can't find it, FIND IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reviewer:

 Katie, Age 11, Yelm
Date: 11/13/2008

Title:

Crank

Author:

 Ellen Hopkins

Review:

This book, and its sequel, Glass, are two of the best books I have ever read. The story of Kristina AKA Bree's struggle with "the monster" are so real. I would have given it 5 stars but the format it's written in is strange and takes some getting used to.

Reviewer:

 Trisha, Age 16, Salkum
Date: 09/16/2009

Title:

Crazy Jack

Author:

 Donna Jo Napoli

Review:

This book was funny, sad, and weird. It is a re-telling of the traditional "Jack and the Beanstalk" story. In this book, Jack witnesses his father's supposed suicide and it changes him forever. People start avoidng him, calling him "Crazy Jack." In a last ditch attempt to do right for his mother, Jack sells their milkcow to a fairy who is wearing Jack's father's shirt for a handful of magic beans that he (the fairy) found in the pocket. Jack plants the beans and they grow overnight up into the clouds. He climbs the beanstalk up to the giant's land. The story ends with Jack finding out how his father really died. He also finds true love and true happiness. I didn't want this book to end!

Reviewer:

 Barbara, Age 18, Mountain View
Date: 07/19/2005

Title:

The Creek

Author:

 Jennifer L. Holm

Review:

This book was amazing and scary. It was the best best I have ever read!!! It had me always wanting to read more and if u want a scare read this too.

Reviewer:

 Sam, Age 13, Centralia
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Crispin: The cross of lead

Author:

 Avi

Review:

This book was really really really really really really really really really really really really really boring. It tells us about a boy who was on a journey trying to find his dad because his mom ied, but when he finds his dad he finds out he is LORD FURNIVAL. His people are trying to kill him, so Crispin gave them the cross of lead to get out of the town they are in. If you think this book sounds good then check-it-out.

Reviewer:

 Marrissa, Age 13, Tumwater
Date: 06/30/2006

Title:

Crown Duel

Author:

 Sherwood Smith

Review:

I loved how this novel resembled medieval times with the castles and kings, but separated it from our past by placing it on another world.

Reviewer:

 Monica, Age 15, Ilwaco
Date: 05/16/2006

Title:

Crown Duel

Author:

 Sherwood Smith

Review:

Medieval is great, especially if there is a new take on it! Get inside the protagonist's head and explore the world of Meliara Astiar on her quest as ignorant Countess to rescue the kingdom from Greedy Galdran. I had to say that. But that sums up what I like about it. It's exciting, and interesting, definitely a teenager's book. (Although I read it in the 5th grade.) I've read it so many times since (at the library) that I finally bought my own copy! It's also two books in one!

Reviewer:

 Dylan, Age 16, Ilwaco
Date: 11/28/2006

Title:

The Cure

Author:

 Sonia Levitin

Review:

I liked this book very much. It is about a boy named Gemm 16884 who lived in the year of 2407. In this year in the distant future all people are born with a twin(Gemm's is Gemma 16884). This civilization is not allowed to be expressive...at all. They even wear masks so no-one knows what the others faces are showing! I recommend this book to anyone and everyone.

Reviewer:

 Kurtis, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 03/03/2007

Title:

Curse of the Blue Tattoo

Author:

 L. A. Meyer

Review:

Jacky Faber has been discovered aboard the HMS Dolphin and has been enrolled in a school for girls. But Jacky doesn't know how to be a lady--or what most people consider a girl, for that matter. She is ignorant in the ways of "modesty," her speech is deplorable, her embroidery is as crooked as a tree after a gale, and her dining manners are disgusting! Determined not to be beaten by a certain Clarissa, Jacky hangs in there, but no matter how hard she tries to behave she seems to be a magnet for trouble. I thought it was hilarious, suspenseful, and hilarious again. I beg you to read it!

Reviewer:

 Mara, Age 13, Chehalis
Date: 11/15/2005

Title:

Damage

Author:

 A.M. Jenkins

Review:

It wasn't my kind of book.

Reviewer:

 Casey, Age 14, McCleary
Date: 12/06/2005

Title:

A dance for three

Author:

 Louise Plummer

Review:

A teenager whose mom won't leave the house, has creepy neighbors and who likes to "fool around" ends up prego. But her boyfriend says its not his and abuses her. She ends up in a mental hospital. Over all a great book.

Reviewer:

 Jekka, Age 16, Lacey
Date: 08/20/2009

Title:

Dangerous Girls

Author:

 R.L Stine

Review:

OMG I love this book. It is so scary and funng all at once. Its about these girls that go to camp and get bit by a vampire. And its really cool.

Reviewer:

 Kylie, Age 13, Lacey
Date: 10/28/2005

Title:

Dangerous Girls, #2 "The Taste of Night"

Author:

 R. L. Stine

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, and scary. I liked this book because it showed the bond between sisters. Even though they are twins they do have disagreements. Major disagreements. Like how Livvy wanted to be a vampire and Destiny didn’t. Even though they fight throughout the whole book, in the end they realize how important family is.

Reviewer:

 Shanice, Age 13, Aberdeen
Date: 05/27/2005

Title:

Dark Force Rising

Author:

 Timothy Zahn

Review:

I like this book because it takes up where the last book, "The Heir To The Empire," left off. The whole book is building up for the climatic finish in "The Last Command".

Reviewer:

 Tyler, Age 15, Oakville
Date: 04/27/2006

Title:

Daughters of the Moon

Author:

 Lynne Ewing

Review:

i liked this book because four girls get to have magical powers and have to fight the atrox who is very evil. all four girls have to fight the followers so that hope is not lost in the world.

Reviewer:

 andrena, Age 15, Centralia
Date: 12/04/2006

Title:

The Daughters of the Moon series

Author:

 Lynne Ewing

Review:

This book was amazing. The series is the BEST series I have ever read (except for the Harry Potter series). It is full of fantasy while still portraying real girls who each have a special power. They are goddesses or daughters of the moon, fighting an evil force called the Atrox. They manage to fight the Atrox, handle high school, keep a boyfriend, manage being friends, and keep their powers. I LOVED THESE BOOKS SOOOO MUCH!!!

Reviewer:

 Mollie, McCleary
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

The day Joanie Frankinhouser became a boy

Author:

 Francess Lantz

Review:

This book was SO funny!!!!!!!!!!!! i really liked the super kid journal in the book. Zane is the mean person in the story. This book is AWESOME! If you like daring funny books this is for you!

Reviewer:

 Mikayla, Age 12, Tumwater
Date: 11/01/2007

Title:

A Day No Pigs Would Die

Author:

 By: Robert Newton Peck

Review:

This is a novel about a boy who lives on a farm in Vermont and how he grows up by the Book of the Shaker. I am not really sure what the Shaker book is because the book doesn’t describe it very well but I know the Shakers are a group of people that made the Shaker book that they follow. This book is called A Day No Pigs Would Die because the boy has a pig and the pig is really the only thing he owns and he doesn’t like his dad to kill pigs. I gave this book three stars because at some times this book really slow what I mean by this is at points in this book nothing really happens. I wouldn’t recommend this book if you like high action packed adventure. The theme of this book is perseverance.

Reviewer:

 Mi, Age 15, Olympia
Date: 03/24/2008

Title:

Dead Man's Hand

Author:

 Jordan Cray

Review:

I loved this book because I love reading what happens, and the suspense and the characters!

Reviewer:

 Mai-z, Age 12, Olympia
Date: 01/20/2007

Title:

Deadly Drive

Author:

 David Patneaude

Review:

What i liked about this book is the supensce of the book. How Casey is trying to find out who is the one who killed her Mom in a hit and run accident. Then she finds out that one of her best friend's old boyfriends had something to do with it.

Reviewer:

 Haley, Age 12, Olympia
Date: 02/09/2007

Title:

Death By Bikini

Author:

 Linda Gerber

Review:

I love this book! I haven't finished it but I'm hooked! If you want to read a good book then this is the book for you!

Reviewer:

 Anonymous, Age 13, Aberdeen
Date: 04/18/2009

Title:

Death in the Clouds

Author:

 Agatha Christie

Review:

I love murder mystery, and Agatha Christie writes it so so well. This book has an amazingly complex plot, with twists and turns that you will not forsee. It is a remarkable book.

Reviewer:

 Emma, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 10/29/2006

Title:

Define "Normal": a Novel

Author:

 Julie Ann Peters

Review:

This book was amazing. It was an awesome book, bout this girl named Antonia (or 'Tone as Jazz says) who signs up for this peer counseling project. She was so excited about it until she found out who she wouuld be counseling: Jazz Luther (and/or known as Jasmine by her parents). A punk rocker girl, Jazz wears black lipstick and has purple hair. She is feared by people and though of as a druggie until Antonia gets to know her. Their friendship grows and hardships come... I liked it because I know what it is like to be different. Also read other teen books by Julie Ann Peters like "Keeping You a Secret," "Love Me, Love My Broccoli," and "Luna."

Reviewer:

 Allie, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Demon in my view

Author:

 Amelia Atwater-Rhodes

Review:

Reviewer:

 Tanya, Age 14, Lacey
Date: 02/25/2009

Title:

Detour For Emmy

Author:

 Marilyn Reynolds

Review:

I thought that the book was good. It is about a 15 year old girl who has a boyfriend and he tells her that he would not do anything to hurt her. Well she gets pregnant and then he doesn't want anything to do with her. Later on in the book he goes and sees his baby for the fist time.

Reviewer:

 Anonymous, Age 18, Hoquiam
Date: 02/17/2006

Title:

Devil`s Toenail

Author:

 Susan Prue

Review:

this is a great novel (and i am picky), really dark and absorbing. i read it thrice over and still can`t get enough. it really is absorbing and u can`t find out what is wrong with steve until he tells u in his dry funny way. a MUST read. don`t underestimate it by its size!

Reviewer:

 livia, Age 17, Westport
Date: 10/14/2006

Title:

Dish

Author:

 Diane Muldrow.

Review:

I liked this series of books because, it is about a group of young girls doing things that they enjoy and going through with their commitments.

Reviewer:

 Kara, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 07/24/2007

Title:

A Dogs LIfe

Author:

 Ann M. Martin

Review:

This is about dogs and the adventures of Bone and Squirrel when they leave home for an exciting adventure. I would recommend this book if you like reading and adventure and like dogs.

Reviewer:

 Kyle, Age 14, North Mason
Date: 02/22/2008

Title:

Don't Die Dragonfly

Author:

 Linda Joy Singleton

Review:

When the guy she has had a crush on asks her out she feels normal for once in her life! Until.... her visions start happening again! She gets framed, ruins the reputation of the guy who framed her, but will she remember whats really important. Saving the girl with the dragonfly tattoo. Or will she lose everything dear to her!!! It's just all so good I read it in a few hours!!

Reviewer:

 Mariah, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 06/28/2007

Title:

Don't Die Dragonfly

Author:

 Linda Joy Singleton

Review:

This was one of the best books i've read (and i read a lot). I loved how while reading, it was like watching a movie in my head. I could really relate to the characters (not that i'm psychic or anything). The stress and boy trouble that goes on is a lot like any day at school. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery.

Reviewer:

 Mariah, Age 13, Shelton
Date: 09/04/2007

Title:

Don't Die Dragonfly

Author:

 Linda Joy Singleton

Review:

Sabine was kicked out of her last school because she predicated the death of the homecoming king. Now, at her new school, she is determined not to let her strange visions get in the way of her new life. But when she begins having visions about a girl with a dragonfly tattoo, she is worried for the girl. This book is suspenseful, interesting, and romantic in parts. I highly reccomend it.

Reviewer:

 Laura, Age 15, Chehalis
Date: 04/02/2009

Title:

Don't fence me in!

Author:

 Barry Spanjaard

Review:

This is an awesome book about a 12 yr old who lived through the Holocause as an American Jew in Holland. He went to the concentration camps and lived to tell his story! BTW this is the best book i've ever read!!!

Reviewer:

 Devin, Age 14, Shelton
Date: 01/21/2007

Title:

Don't Fence Me In! An American Teenager in the Holocaust

Author:

 Barry Spanjaard

Review:

This book was amazing, scary, and sad. It is the autobiography of Barry Spanjaard, an American-born child who lives in Holland with his Dutch parents in the late 1930s to early 1940s. Barry is a normal Dutch child. He enjoys bike rides through his beautiful city of Amsterdam, ice-skating on the canal near his home in winter, and playing with his friends at school.

But when the Nazis invade Holland, at the start of World War II, Barry's life takes a drastic turn for the worse. Soon, the Nazis begin to deport the Dutch Jews to concentration camps around Europe. Barry's friends start to disappear in the night, and before too long, Barry has lost almost all of those close to him. Barry's Jewish family is protected by his American paperwork and feel that they are safe. But the Nazis become restless and arrest Barry's family along with all the other Jews in Holland with foreign papers. Barry is taken to Westerbork and then to Bergen-Belsen concentration camps, where he has no power over his life and lives in constant fear of being beaten or starved to death by the fierce Nazi soldiers. How can Barry find hope when he is surrounded by hatred and death?

This book was fabulous. I cried long and hard when it was over, but I was also left with a little bit of Barry's strength and hope for the future. Barry's true accounts of life inside the barbed wire fences of a Nazi prison camp were extremely spine tingling and moving. I think that every teen should read this book so that they can understand what kind of horrors prejudice and hatred can cause. I am amazed at the number of people my age who don't even know what the Holocaust is. If you are one them, READ THIS BOOK! This is a book that's contents should be shared and remembered!

Reviewer:

 Laura, Age 13, Ocean Park
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Don't Tell Anyone

Author:

 Peg Kehret

Review:

This book is amazing, action-packed, scary, and sad. I like this book because with Peg you never know what will happen next. Also it was action-packed and sad because a girl had to risk her life to save a bunch of cats. That is why I love it!

Reviewer:

 Kristean, Age 11, Centralia
Date: 09/15/2005

Title:

Dragon Champion

Author:

 E. E. Knight

Review:

I really like this book because it had a little change in plot over time and so you get pulled into the book. It is really exciting. I rate this book a ten out of 10. It's amazing if you like action-packed fantasy books

Reviewer:

 Tom, Age 13, Aberdeen
Date: 10/10/2007

Title:

Dragon Rider

Author:

 Cornelia Funke

Review:

This book is full of adventure and mystery. If you love fictional books that carry quests and adventure, this is the book for you!

Reviewer:

 Courtney, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 02/09/2007

Title:

Dragon Rider

Author:

 Cornelia Funke

Review:

For a few sentences this book may seem boring, but after a few pages you can't get enough of this adventurous fantasy book. Cornelia Funke does it again. If you've read any of her other books and liked them, or just are a fantasy book lover you should definitely read Dragon Rider.

Reviewer:

 Stephanie, Age 13, Tumwater
Date: 07/01/2006

Title:

Dragonlance Chronicles

Author:

 Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman

Review:

THIS IS THE GREATEST BOOK I'VE EVER READ. Dragonlance Chronicles is a must for any fantasy lovers. its full of pure genius, great plot, amazing characters, and fantastic fantasy creatures, including: dragons, dwarves, and elves. its funny, sad, scary, and altogether heroic. I REPEAT, READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : )

Reviewer:

 sean, Age 14, Centralia
Date: 10/17/2007

Title:

Dragonspell

Author:

 Donita K. Paul

Review:

This book was one of those rare books that a person reads occasionally that stikes you as familiar, yet entirely new. It is a lot like Eragon, but contains elements that change it to make it a good book on its own. It is about the difference between service and slavery. It has two follow-ups, one of which the Library has(DragonQuest).

Reviewer:

 Tyler, Age 15, Oakville
Date: 12/13/2006

Title:

DragonSpell

Author:

 Donita K. Paul

Review:

I liked this book because it shows how the seeming least powerful has gifts that can save the day.

Reviewer:

 Tyler, Age 15, Oakville
Date: 04/27/2006

Title:

Dreadful Acts

Author:

 Philip Ardagh

Review:

I like this book because it is very funny and I think it's a good book.

Reviewer:

 Austin, Age 12, Shelton
Date: 02/26/2007

Title:

Dreamland

Author:

 Sarah Dessen

Review:

This is a great book because it talks about some issues that all teens will go through!

Reviewer:

 kenz, Age 14, Tumwater
Date: 04/06/2007

Title:

Driver's Ed

Author:

 Caroline B. Cooney

Review:

The thing about this book, was that it made it feel like a fast-paced book. It was so suspensedul. These kids are in drivers ed, and one of them takes a stop sign. What they don't know, is that someone is going to get killed because that stop sign is missing. Follow these teens on their suspenseful journey.

Reviewer:

 Ashley, Age 11, Aberdeen
Date: 04/24/2006

Title:

Eagle of the Ninth

Author:

 Rosemary Sutcliff

Review:

Marcus is a Legionaire in Britannia - a post he's dreamed of getting. His father was the commander of the Ninth Legion - which went mysteriously missing on its last mission. Nothing was found of its whereabouts - even its Eagle was gone. When Marcus's leg is wounded, he's honorably discharged from the Legion, and he goes to live with his uncle. There, he hears rumors that a neighboring barbarian tribe has an Eagle God - and it suspiciously sounds like the missing Ninth Legion's Eagle. Marcus is determined to retrieve the Eagle, and restore his family's honor. The descriptions in this book are amazing, as is the historical detail. The characters are all very memorable and there's lots of action. History and non-history fans will love it.

Reviewer:

 Mara, Age 16, Centralia
Date: 04/16/2008

Title:

Eclipse

Author:

 Stephenie Meyer

Review:

It is the third book in Stephenie Meyer’s series: Twilight, New Moon, and Eclipse. They are all about a girl named Bella and how she must choose between love and friendship. In the first book it was all about Bella being in love with Edward (who’s a vampire) and how he doesn’t want to hurt her. So he thought he should leave and have her forget about him, so he did and it didn’t work out very well. While he was gone Bella began to fall in love with Jacob (who’s a werewolf), in the second book. When Edward came back she went back to loving Edward but then soon realized that her love for Jacob was too strong. In Eclipse she has to choose who she loved more without hurting them or herself. So who would it be, Edward, who was as cold as ice (literally) or Jacob, who was as hot as fire (literally)? Read to find out. I would suggest this book to anyone over 11, but you may stumble on a few words. If you like the book Twilight you should see it: it is going to be coming out in a theaters sometime in December 2008.

Reviewer:

 Amanda, Age 12, Olympia
Date: 03/17/2008

Title:

Eclipse

Author:

 Stephenie Meyer

Review:

The novel Eclipse, by Stephenie Meyer, takes place in Forks, La Push, and Seattle Washinton. It's about a girl names Bella Swan who is in love with a vampire named Edward Cullen. In this book, Bells is finally realizing that she loves her friend Jacob Black as well as Edward. Bella must decide between life and death. But she doesn't know which one is which. This book is about love, friendship, and trust. It's about being with the people you love most, and still being able to keep your friends close. If this book looks interesting to you, I would suggest reading Twilight and New Moon first. Once you have read these books and Eclipse, you can wait for Stephanie Meyer's final book, Breaking Dawn. I would reccomend this series to 7th and 8th graders. I LOVE reading these books and I bet you will too!!! (The first book, Twilight, is currently being made into a movie and will be released in theatres in December, 2008. You should see it!!!!!!)

Reviewer:

 Kendrah, Age 13, Olympia
Date: 03/17/2008

Title:

Eldest

Author:

 Christopher Paolini

Review:

I liked the book very much, and my favorite part of the book was the war, because it had the most action in it than any other part. If I could change something in the book, I would change the ending. I would it make it go on instead of ending where it did. I would recommend this book to another person because it was very well written and I'm sure that other people would like it too.

Reviewer:

 K.K., Age 13, North Mason
Date: 02/21/2008

Title:

Eldest

Author:

 Christopher Paolini

Review:

I like this book because it deals with fantasy, adventure, and dragons and those are the type of books I like.

Reviewer:

 Kilian, Age 13, Mountain View
Date: 02/09/2007

Title:

Eldest

Author:

 Christopher Paolini

Review:

This book as so moving and was packed full of adventure, and surprises wait at every corner. It was a real page turner.

Reviewer:

 Kelley, Age 12, Olympia
Date: 02/20/2007

Title:

Eldest

Author:

 Christopher Poalini

Review:

i love this book:) the 1st one was better though:( this series is supposed to have a 3rd book and i can't wait for it to come out!!! i love this book because the characters in it actually have attitude. they're not just all like fake, they actually seem real. it is fantasy (which is awsome) and has dragons and were-cats and best of all elves!! if you love fantasy or a sense of adventure, then you'll love this series. (the series is called the books of inheritance, the 1st book is eragon)

Reviewer:

 Becca, Age 13, Lacey
Date: 06/07/2006

Title:

Eldest

Author:

 Christopher Paolini

Review:

This book is...awesome!!! This is the 2nd book in the "Inheritance" trilogy and is a thriller and is full of humor. This book continues with where we left off in Eragon, the last book, where he still struggles for freedom against the evil dragon rider, King Galbortrix.

Reviewer:

 Isaac, Age 11, Westport
Date: 07/26/2006

Title:

Eldest

Author:

 Christopher Paolini

Review:

This book was amazing, action-packed, funny, and sad. Eldest is the second book of the "Inheritance Trilogy," the first being Eragon. Eldest picks up where Eragon left off, with a 16-year-old man who found a dragon egg in the previous book. Now, Eragon continues his training as a rider, and works to help overthrow the Empire and its cruel king.

Reviewer:

 Molly, Age 13, Lacey
Date: 08/29/2005

Title:

Eldest

Author:

 Christopher Paolini

Review:

This book was awesome! It is the second book in the Inheritance series. If you liked Harry Potter you will definitely like this book.

Reviewer:

 Yvonne, Age 14, Aberdeen
Date: 03/11/2006

Title:

Eli

Author:

 Bill Meyers

Review:

This book was amazing, sad, and full of facts. The retelling of the New Testament of the Bible, except it's modern day and Jesus is named Eli. It's cool to be able to relate to how people could have thought stuff about Jesus when he's going around saying stuff like "I'm the only way you can get to heaven, yep, that's me."

Reviewer:

 Lissy, North Mason
Date: 01/01/2005

Title:

Ella Enchanted

Author:

 Gail Carson Levine

Review:

This book was funny and interesting. It's about Ella, a young woman whose mother is dead and whose father doesn't love her. When she was born, Ella was given a "gift" by a fairy that made her do anything that anybody or anything told her to do. It's a fairy tale and once she almost gets eaten by ogres! It's also mixed with love because she loves the prince and he loves her but if she has to do anything anybody tells her to do, then she could be a danger to the kingdom when she was queen. This is the story of her fight to regain her power over what she does. It's a wonderful book!

Reviewer:

 Laura, Age 11, Chehalis
Date: 07/22/2005

Title:

Ella Enchanted

Author:

 Gail Carson Levine

Review:

Ella Enchanted was FANTASTIC! I've read it a billion times! It's about this girl who has a curse that she has to free herself from, and in the process of it, she falls in love, fights ogres, meets elves, and much more! Every person on the whole face of the earth should read this! I love it!

Reviewer:

 Laura, Age 12, Chehalis
Date: 08/24/2006

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