Ada Lace, on the Case by Emily Calandrelli My rating: 2 of 5 stars This is one of those books that I would have loved in elementary school. Reading it as an adult isn't the same thing. I have to admit, I found myself trying to figure out who did it. I like mysteries, and … Continue reading Ada Lace, on the Case
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Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week
Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week by Caroline Adderson My rating: 2 of 5 stars This is a cute book, and if I was still in elementary school, I would love it. This is just one of those times when a book written for kids does not really work once an adult reads it. … Continue reading Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week
Unidentified Suburban Object
Unidentified Suburban Object by Mike Jung My rating: 3 of 5 stars The cover for this book threw me. I really thought it was going to be about someone turning into a fish. So, um, spoiler alert, it's not. No one actually turns into a fish. Of course, that means that once the truth was … Continue reading Unidentified Suburban Object
Wrath of the Dragon King
Wrath of the Dragon King by Brandon Mull My rating: 3 of 5 stars This series is messing with me. I keep thinking I know what side characters are on, and then BAM, totally different. I don't think I trust any of them anymore. This book is action packed. Because of the conflict between the … Continue reading Wrath of the Dragon King
Hardcore Anxiety
Hardcore Anxiety: A Graphic Guide to Punk Rock and Mental Health by Reid Chancellor My rating: 2 of 5 stars This book was relatable, but not knowing most of the bands mentioned left me feeling like I was missing something. I'm sure if the reader is someone that listens to punk rock, they will be … Continue reading Hardcore Anxiety
The Trouble with Chickens
The Trouble With Chickens by Doreen Cronin My rating: 3 of 5 stars This book is one I would have really enjoyed as a child. Even as an adult, I found it a great read with charming characters. J.J.'s point of view is hilarious. From the way he describes things to the names he gives … Continue reading The Trouble with Chickens
The Strange Case of Origami Yoda
The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by Tom Angleberger My rating: 3 of 5 stars I finished the book and still can't figure out if the origami Yoda was really giving advice or if it was just Dwight. Of course, the book is the attempt to prove that it was real, so evidence is given … Continue reading The Strange Case of Origami Yoda
Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere
Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere by Julie T. Lamana My rating: 3 of 5 stars Hurricane Katrina was a major natural disaster in U.S.A history, and yet this is the first book I've read that mentions it at all. While it was sad in parts, I think that it is good for kids … Continue reading Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere
Diary of a 5th Grade Outlaw
Diary of a 5th Grade Outlaw by Gina Loveless My rating: 2 of 5 stars Diary of a 5th Grade Outlaw is a revamp of the Robin Hood story. While it is a middle-grade book, older readers who know the original Robin Hood story will enjoy all of the sneaky mentions of the original. My … Continue reading Diary of a 5th Grade Outlaw
Lenny’s Book of Everything
Lenny's Book of Everything by Karen Foxlee My rating: 3 of 5 stars Boy, this book brings out the feelings. There are some light-hearted moments, and a lot of really intense emotional ones. While this is a middle-grade book, I feel that this may not be the best book for everyone. Some of the things … Continue reading Lenny’s Book of Everything
The Furious Reader 