Teen Book Reviews - Powered by You!: October 2022

Saturday, October 22, 2022

All Fall Down by Ally Carter

This book is a great novel about a girl named Grace, who ever since her mom was shot in front of her eyes, has been hunting for the killer. After returning to Embassy Row to live with her grandfather, Grace finds herself once again at odds with the Scarred Man, but along with her new friends, she must try and save the society of Embassy Row before it all. Falls. Down.

Kimetsu No Yaiba (Demon Slayer) by Koyoharu Gotouge

It's a really nice and detailed graphic novel. There is a lot of action and the storyline is really good.

Artemis Fowl (series) by Eoin Colfer

I liked the whole Artemis Fowl series and how the action/adventure parts were understandable and compelling.

Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek Landy

This book start out sad but gets very exciting very quickly. It is also outrageously funny as Skulduggery is soooo funny. he's got a great sense of humor for someone who's been dead for a few hundred years. This book is action packed and is an all around great book.

Racing in the Rain: My Life as a Dog by Garth Stein

I like this book because it is very eventful. There are many life-changing events and the characters are relatable. It is told from the perspective of a funny dog who loves his family and can do nothing but watch as their lives change drastically.

The Woman in Black by Susan Hill

I liked this book because it creates suspense and it is a horror novel.

Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer

Artemis Fowl is a young criminal mastermind. He discovered that under the surface fairies, elves, and goblins exist. But now he has found them, he's up to no good. Artemis has become goodish friends with Captain Holly Short. But she knows some good uses for the mud boy.

Stranger Things (TV show)

Stranger Things is an amazing show. The thrilling Netflix series includes funny moments, horror, and interesting moments. The actors did an amazing job playing a role in the series. You should definitely watch it as you will enjoy it.

Booked by Kwame Alexander

A really good book about a boy who loves soccer.

Keeper of the Lost Cities (series) by Shannon Messenger

AWESOME!! Little bit of Harry Potter and fantasy!! A friend recommended it to me, and I recommend it to you!

The Assassin's Curse by Cassandra Rose Clarke

I rate this book a 5 because it was a really eventful and climatic book. This book is about a girl named Ananna and she was supposed to get married off to another pirate clan but instead, she runs away. The other clan sends an assassin to kill Ananna but instead, she saves his life and he gets a curse that says he has to protect her because she saved his life.

Daughter of the Deep by Rick Riordan

A nice book, not my most favorite, because there is a lot of tragedy, but there was a lot of emotion changes and everything moves very fast.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days by Jeff Kinney

It tells a story of a person named Greg and it is written in first person. When you start reading it, it is hard to stop. Also it is popular so I would recommend around 8+ to read it.

Dork Diaries (series) by Rachel Renee Russell

Amazing series; I love it very much. Favorite book series!

Wings of Fire by Tui Sutherland

This book is good because it ties on with the rest of the series and it also shows the perspectives of each person in the book in the different series. I am a nerd for these books (like Ms. Rebecca!) because of the dragons.

The Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu

This book was very entertaining to read. It is a sci-fi book set in the distant future. It has very compelling characters and a very engaging plot. I saw an online review about it and decided to read it.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling

It is the last book from the Harry Potter series and it is positively amazing. It is a fantasy with amazing plot twists and great characters.

Alan Cole is Not a Coward by Eric Bell

I think Alan Cole is Not a Coward is a really good book because it is relatable and interesting to read. It is about a boy named Alan and his brother playing Cole vs. Cole and whoever loses gets their secret exposed to the school. I would recommend this book to middle schoolers and upper elementary schoolers.

Booked by Kwame Alexander

Really good. About soccer. About soccer and life.

Pictures of Hollis Woods by Patricia Reilly Giff

Hollis Woods is a girl who is an orphan and has been to many foster homes. Finally she finds a home that she likes and doesn't want to leave. She finally feels welcome and like she belongs, and she doesn't want to leave her new foster mom at home alone. Read Pictures of Hollis Woods to find out what happens next.

Harry Potter (series) by J. K. Rowling

It's a very imaginative series that is captivating to all ages, and is a fun but challenging series. Gets a little confusing towards the end, though. Still has role-model characters for young readers to look up to and follow.

The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan

It was good. It was realistic and showed how communication in relationships is key.

Monday, October 3, 2022

The Witches by Roald Dahl

It's about this boy and his grandma. His grandma told him all about witches so he can know what they look like so that one day he can learn about them more.

The Elite by Kiera Cass

I have not finished the book, but so far it's an amazing book. It's about these two people, Maxon and America and they both like each other, but won't say it. So far America just confessed her love for Maxon and she is now embarrassed that she said that.

Traitors Among Us by Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch

This amazing book is about two Ukrainian girls who are accused of supporting the Nazis. This, of course, is nowhere near the truth, and the girls put themselves in life-threatening situations so that they can get the freedom that they deserve.

The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey

A book about the alien takeover of Earth - in an entirely new way! If you liked The Hunger Games, you will love this book! After four waves of attack, The Others are launching the fifth wave, and the remaining humans have to face the unbearable fact - you can't trust anybody. This book offers a whole new perspective on an alien invasion of Earth, and it leaves you wondering why The Others want to annihilate the humans. Recommended to anyone in high school.

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

It is a classic. I love the characters and their background. The description of what is going on is amazing.

Ruby Red (trilogy) by Kerstin Gier

A really good book featuring a teenage girl who can time travel.

SUPER GOOD BOOK!

Diary of an 8-bit Warrior (series) by Cube Kid

Amazing! Gives you excitedness! Gives you good cliffhangers! I love it!

Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger

Awesome book! Except for Shannon Messenger's evil cliffhangers!

VERY GOOD BOOK! MUST READ!!!

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling

In the climatic book of the Harry Potter series, the world's fate is decided in the Battle of Hogwarts. In this fantasy book, Harry has to face many trials to face Voldemort, an incredible villain. If you like fantasy and magic, I think this book is right for you!