Double Fudge by Judy Blume

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This Book is about this kid named Fudge.Fudge LOVES money.Hes like obsessed. He has been planning to Buy Toys "R"Us.They sell all these things to make money.But this whole book is mostly about him making money and that he LOVES money.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I give this book a positive rating because I LOVE money too. I sell lemonade to make money sometimes. But lately I've been making money by being a mother’s helper. When I was little i wanted to buy Toys "R" us. But not anymore. But i really do recommend this book.
by Jennifer N. in grade 7

Hoot by Carl Hiaasen

Genre: Realistic Fiction, Adventure
Book Summary: This book is about this new kid.Who has moved all over the place so he knows what to do when hes the new kid in town.But he has been seeing Bullies and he has never seen such mean bullies.But when he was in Florida he had bullies but not that mean of bullies in Florida.But he was spotted running away from his home.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I Would give this book a positive review because this book is very interesting. But you should definitely go see the movie before you read the book. The movie is more detailed and you would understand the story more. You may like the book better then the movie but I personally like the movie.
by Jennifer N. in grade 7

Raise Your Voice by Robin Wasserman

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is a novel based on the movie. It is about a girl named Terry Fletcher. Her brother dies in a car accident. She really loves singing, but is afraid to when her brother dies! She really wants to go to this music school in Los Angeles. The problem is, her dad won't let her go! So she sneaks there and meets new friends and a cute guitar player! This book is about following your dreams and raising your voice for others to hear!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very good! It definitely deserves a 5. This is because it was funny, very sad, and kept me on the edge of my seat, rooting for Terry! I would recommend it to my friends because it was a great story about following your dreams, no matter how hard it may be to reach them! This book is one I would definitely read again and read it over and over!by Lauren D. in grade 8

Just my Luck by Laurie Calkhoven

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about Ashley, who always has good luck. It's also about Jake, who has bad luck. When they kiss at a party, they switch their luck! It's good for Jake, since he now has good luck right when he needs it! That's usually always! But now Ashley has bad luck, just when it is the wrong time! Will Ashley find Jake and get her luck back? Will they fall for each other? You'll have to read it!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very good! I rated it a 5 because it was very funny! I would definitely recommend it to my friends. I would do this because it was funny and a unique story that kept me on the edge of my seat with questions! All in all this was a great boo that deserves a 5! I would read it again!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Swine Not? by Jimmy Buffett

Genre: Humor
Book Summary: This book is about a Pig named Rumpy. Rumpy had been living on a farm until his owner was hired as a pastry chef at a hotel in New York. With the job his owner got an apartment on the roof. While in the apartment Rumpy had a lot of time to look for his brother that had been lost. When Rumpy at first was not allowed on the streets but when he was able to sneak out he saved the Mayor's mother.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This was a fun filled book for animal lovers and adventure seekers. If you love New York, Pigs, Red Bulls Soccer Team or storys about kids growing up. In this book Rumpy played soccer and was a goalie. If Rumpy did not move to New York he would have lost his brother for ever.
by Danny C. in grade 7

Hardy Boys #12: Footprints Under The Window by Franklin W. Dixon

Genre: Mystery
Book Summary: This book is a Hardy Boys book that the boys are looking for kidnappers. These kidnappers where also thieves who where trying to steal a secret camera that was a satellite. In this book the boys also get trapped in a boat. Along the way they visit a place called the Cayenne. When the boys arrive they chase two people who stole luggage from some passengers who arrived on a jetliner
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: In this book the Boys are quicker then before when they run of following thieves. But along the way there is a great adventure. This book is so good so if it was longer I would not mind. If you have any free time read a Hardy Boy book they are so hard to put down
by Danny C. in grade 7

Warriors-Sunset by Erin Hunter

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Warriors Sunset is about cats who live in the wild. Most wild cats are in Clans. The Clans are ThunderClan, RiverClan, WindClan, and ShadowClan. The rest of the cats are housecats, rogues or loners. The main cat in this book is a young male dark brown tabby cat named Brambleclaw. He is in love with a female ginger cat named Squirrelflight. Unfortunaly, Squirrelflight is in love with Ashfur. Will Brambleclaw win back Squirrelflight? Also, the medicince cat, Leafpool, recives a prophecy(Before there is peace, blood will spill blood and the lake will run red). What is this prophecy about? Finally, should Brambleclaw trust his half brother Hawkfrost?]
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I give Sunset a 4 because the Warriors series has action, love, and mystery in every book. Warriors is fantastic for 5th graders and older. I fell in love with Warriors while I was reading the first book. I suggest reading the books in order otherwise you wouldn't understand. I can't wait until the fourth book in the third series called Eclipse comes out.
by Kelly R. in grade 6

Sink or Swim by Laura Dower

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Madison Finn is a seventh grader who is psyched for summer. Her friends have their whole summer planned with camps and vacations, but Madison isn't doing anything at all. They're always asking her what she'll be doing, but she doesn't have an answer. One day she sees a flyer advertizing for a mothers helper (it's sort of like a babysitter, but the mom is with you), and decides to call the mother. Will Madison end up getting the job? If she does, will it interfere with friend get-togethers? You'll have to read the book to find out.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was addicting, because every chapter ended as a cliffhanger. You keep wanting to read on and on, and before you know it, you're done with the book! I enjoy Laura Dower's series, From the Files of Madison Finn, because her life relates to mine. We both are very busy, our favorite number is 13, have dogs, and are unlucky when it comes to rushing...everything possible that goes wrong happens. Overall, I really enjoyed this book, and I would recommend it to my all of friends
by Kayla M. in grade 6

Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book was about a 13 year old girl whose mother died in an accident. It is the story of her trip with her grandparents to visit her grave. During the trip, she tells the story of her friend's mother who disappears. She realizes her friend's story is similar to hers. She finally realizes that her mom is not coming back.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved this book. It was one of a kind. I cried very hard at the end. It is for sensitive people. I did not think that the title fit. I would like to read more by this author.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

Dairy Queen by Catherine Gilbert Murdock

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named D.J. Schwenk. She has two older brothers who were both football stars at their high school. She was playing basketball but then recieved an F in English and had to quit. She gets an F because she does not have time to work because she works her family's farm singlehandedly. She spends all summer training a rival team's football star.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was very real for me. This was my first time reading the author's books. I intend to read the sequel and other books by the author. This book was girly, so I would not recommend it to boys. It had a couple of surprises that I also liked.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

Vet Volunteers-Manatee Blues by Laurie Halse Anderson

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This novel is about a girl who goes to Florida to see manatees. Her and other volunteers from Dr. Mac's place get to help with the manatees at the Manatee Rescue Center.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is a great book. It was a cliffhanger at parts and sometimes not! It really alerted me about all the dangers that manatees face. Also, it educated me on how we can make such a large difference by not speeding in boats in manatee areas. This book is for animal lovers of manatees and other ocean creatures.
by Isabella B. in grade 6

Vet Volunteers-Say Goodbye by Laurie Halse Anderson

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: The novel is about a girl named Zoe who finds how much joy her favorite patient Yum-Yum brings to cancer patients. But when Yum-Yum is diagnosed with cancer, Zoe wonders if she can save him.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The book is such a heartwarming story about how a little dog can bring so much joy to children. While Zoe tries to train her puppy Sneakers and is failing at that job, Yum-Yum's diagnosis makes her life worse. Though it was a sad story, it was also a story that had a good ending. If you don't mind crying, I would recommend that you read this book. Also, this is an animal-lovers story who know that the circle of life has to end.
by Isabella B. in grade 6

Star in the Storm by Joan Hiatt Harlow

Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: Maggie and her dog, Sirius, are best friends. When she takes him for a walk one day two wild dogs scare a sheep and it jumps off a cliff, therefore all dogs get banned from her small, coastal town. Maggie hides Sirius away. When a boat crashes Maggie knows that Sirius can save the people on the boat but will she risk losing her dog?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book took place during the time of the Titanic. It was not a set back though. The author tied together many things in the story but it all made sense. I enjoyed it very much. I intend to read more of her books. I would recommend this book to girls only.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

Ranger's Apprentice: The Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan

Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: Will is a scrawny orphan who lives as a ward in Castle Redmonk under the care of Baron Drald. On the day of choosing what career is suited best for him, he is selected to be men taught by the mysterious Ranger Halt. Will must learn the reanger ways and face challenges he could never imagine.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I think this book is awesome! It's fast-paced and keeps you on the edge of your seat constantly. it gets you itching to read the second book and is a real page turner. I'm going to read them all. I think I'll die if John Flanagan does not write a fifth book!!!
by Rebekah K. in grade 6

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

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book picks up Harry's story instantly. It begins with Harry running for cover from the evil Lord Voldermort. As the story progresses Harry must do anything to destroy Voldermort's forces and put an end to his evil reign once and for all, and that includes robbing a wizard bank, taking cover from a raging fire, and even putting himself in the most dangerous positions he possibly could.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is absolutely thrilling. Between tragic losses and heroic acts of bravery, J.K. Rowling puts a magnificent end to the Harry Potter series. I love her work. I really hope she comes out with a new series because I know I'll read them all.
by Rebekah K. in grade 6

Camp Confidential- A Fair to Remember by Mellisa J. Morgan

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Jenna who invites her friends from camp to come to her lake house with her but what she doesn't know know is that her twin brother is coming with his friend, which was Jenna's first crush.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was a good book and I would recommend this it to a friend because it is a good natured book. It's easy to get into and it's fun to read. Mellisa J. Morgan, the author of the Camp Confidential Series is very good at grabbing the readers attention. I look forward to reading more books in the Camp Confidential Series.
by Ava O. in grade 7

Artemis Fowl-The Lost Colony by Eoin Colfer

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Artemis Fowl: The Lost Colony is about how a time spell is unraveling and demons are showing up on earth without warning. If humans find out about them, the faries would be exposed. The implications would be disasterous. Then an imp appears and Artemis and a girl Minerva must figure out what to do.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought that this was a great book. It was very interesting and easy to get into. It's a fun book to read. I rate it a 5 because it was a very good book. I would highly recommend it because it was such a good book. It grabs the reader's interest. I can't wait to read more books in the Artemis Fowl series.
by Ava O. in grade 7

The Titan's Curse by Rick Riordan

Genre: Science Fiction
Book Summary: Young Demi- God Percy Jackson finds himself in an epic race against time to save his friend Anna Bath and the goddess Artemis. Along with his companions Zoe, Grover and Bianca, Percy travels across scorching desserts and high rising mountains to save his friend and the Goddess from the evil Lord of the Sky.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is breathtaking! if you follow Percy on his legendary journey. You feel as if you are part of his adventure as well. This book keeps you on the edge of your seet constantly but it will awlays quench your thirst.
by Rebekah K. in grade 6

The Burning Bridge by John Flanagan

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: For 15 years Morgorath has been hidden safely behind mountains. But when he starts sending out Wargols to do his bidding the people of Aurelene know that a bettle is beginning. Will and his 2 friends, Horace and Evanlyn, discover that he is up to it but at a painful price. Will and Evanlyn have been been taken prisoner by the evil skardians.Horace escapes to the war tent and tells them Morgorath's plan and of Will and Evanlyn's capture. With a battle beginning, the Skandians take Will and Evanlyn to the icy land of Skandia where they willbe sold into slavery.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes!!!
My review of this book: There are no words to describe this book. It is all the words of praise you can think of combined. I am itching to get the third and fourth books. it is fast pased but doesn't throw you off thrack and is a fantastic novel. I know I'll finish the next two books in within a 2-4 day time period.
by Rebekah K. in grade 6

Skylark by Patricia MacLachlan

Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: The sequel to "Sarah, Plain and Tall." Sarah, a young woman marries Anna and Caleb's dad. They are enjoying life on the prarie when a drought hits. They watch all their neighbors leave when finally they decide to leave, Papa decides to stay.
Rank (0-5): 2
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: I read this book because I wanted to read it before I thought it could become too childish. I was wrong this book was already too childish for me. The other smashed a lot of events into a little book. There were not many details though. I also didn't read the first book so I thought it was very confusing. I may read another of her books.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

Double Identity by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Genre: Sciense Fiction
Book Summary: This book is abouta girl, Bethany, who gets dropped off at an Aunt's house she didn't even know existed. People say she looks just like Elizabeth, whom she finds out is her dead sister. They look so mauch a like and have the same interests and a man keeps showing up with some research that shows that she could be a clone.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I love this author's books. I read her series "the Shadow Children" and it was the best. I do not usually like sci-fi but she makes it seem so real. I fell like I'm watching a movie. There were many unexpected twists. I finished the book in a day because it was so good and I couold not put it down.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is the story of a boy. It is based on a myth. Jeffrey "Maniac" Mage was orphaned at a very young age. He has never really had a home. He runs away from his Aunt and Uncle and goes to live in the city his parents died in.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I felt this book was a little confusing. I have no read some of Jerry Spinelli's other books and them a little too confusing too. I liked the story though. I enjoyed how it was telling the "real story" to the legend. I felt this was likable for both genders but it was more for boys than girls.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

The Shadow Thieves by Anne Ursu

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: The Shadow Thieves is about a 13 year old girl named Charlotte and her cousin Zee who one day notice a strange sickness spreading thgouh the kids around town. As more and more kids become ill and the schools in the area begin to close, Mr. Metos, Charlotte's English teacher and descendant of Prometheous, explains to the cousins what is happening. Apparently an evil genius named Phil is stealing children's shadows and uses Zee's blood to enchant the shadows to create an army. Now Zee and Charlotte must go to the mythical underworld and stop him.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The Shadow Thieves was a very exciting and suspenseful book. I really enjoyed it because it included and described a life in the mythological underworld and how all the characters were living. The only thing I didn't like was how the story kept jumping from scene to scene in every chapter. This made the novel very confusing at times. I would recommend this book to people who enjoy reading adventure books and mythology.
by Anna S. in grade 9

Ranger's Apprentice 3: The Icehound Lord by John Flanagan

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Will and Evenlyn have crossed the dangerous Stormwhite Sea, faced the wrath of the Summer Gates, and are now in the land of Skandia. They are sold into slavery; Evenlyn as a house servant and Will in the dreaded castle yard. There, Will must chop firewood, keep the well from freezing, and take an addiction to a deadly drug known as warmweed. Soon, Evenlyn manages to get Will and herself to freedom. Simultaneously, Will's master and warrior Horace are on an epic quest to save Will from a horrible life of slavery. Along the way, they pass through the country of Galica, where they are taken prisoner by a ruthless knight and are delayed in their rescue mission. Will they ever make it in time to save Will and Evenlyn from a lifetime of slavery?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is amazing! I love the events that take place in this fictional world. This book has me scrambling to get my hands on the fourth one in the series. Good thing I have it! I can't wait to read it! Flanagan's work is truly a masterpiece. He uses a metaphoric touch that is not hard to pick up on, but it is a wonderful thing to read.
by Rebecca K. in grade 6

Uglies by Scott Westerfield

Reading Genre: Science Fiction
Book Summary: Uglies is about a girl named Tally living in a technologically advanced future. In a few weeks, she would turn 18, the age when she would be able to get an operation to become pretty, just like everyone else. This operation fixes everyone's imperfections. One day she meets a girl named Shae who doesn't want to be pretty. Then about a week before her birthday, Shae runs away into the wilderness and the authorities force Tally to find her, under the threat of remaining ugly.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I absolutely enjoyed reading all of Scott Westerfield's books. They are always filled with some kid of adventure, suspense, and other science fiction. Uglies is a fictitious story that takes place in the future, after our time. I like how it presents a world of technology, and everyone living has an easy perfect life, but even in such a perfect world, there are always problems and people who cause them.
by Anna S. in grade 9

Surfer Dog by Elizabeth Spurr

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a boy named Peter. He finds a dog named Blackie at the beach. The dog seems to have a talent for surfing! He's allowed to keep him when no one claims him, But then Peter finds out that Blackie is really Mackie. He belongs to a pro surfer! Will Blackie be taken away? You'll have to read it to find out!
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book was okay. It was a little young for my age group. It was a good story, but the ending was sudden and expected! I had thought it would be better! The book was a little short, also. All in all I would say this book would be better for kids in younger grades, which is why I would not recommend it to my friends and rated it a 3!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Summer Lies by Diane Schwemm

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This is the second book in the series, where Elli and her brother Ethan return to Silver Beach. This time, they bring along Laura, Ethan's new girlfriend. He thought that she could save him from falling for Charlotte again, but it turns out to be a lot harder than expected. Sam and Elli's relationship is awkward because of last year, and they find themselves pushing each other away. This year is also different because Elli's dad and grandpa aren't with them. Things get even more exciting when Sam, Elli, and Charlotte figure out that there's more to Annette Ransom's death than they thought.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was really good because it was suspenseful, funny, and exciting all at the same time. All of the events didn't turn out as i would have expected them too, so it made me want to read on to see how things turned out. I definitely can't wait to read the next book in this series too, because the ending was abrupt and didn't answer all of the problems that the characters had.
by Haley D. in grade 11

No More Dead Dogs by Gordon Korman

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a boy named Wallace Wallace. He has a problem, he can't lie. He gives his honect opinion on "Old Shep, My Pal." HIs teacher then gives him detention. The teacher is also the pplay director. Wallace starts helping with the play. He quits the football team and joins the play but he is then blamed for valdalism.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I have read many of Gordon Korman's books and most of his series. I enjoy his writing very much. This book was better than I thought it would be. I didn't expect the things that ahppened to happen. I enjoyed these unexpected twists very much. This book is good for both genders but I believe it had more girlish things making it more likable for the girls.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

That Was Then, This is Now by S.E. Hinton

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about two boys named Mark and Bryon. They have been best friends since they were little, as close as brothers. Then they start to grow apart. When Bryon finds drugs under Mark's bed everything starts to go wrong. Bryon loses everything, will his life ever be the same again?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: _S.E. Hinton is a marvelous writer. As I read I am able to visualize the the story in my head. I read the book, "The Outsiders" and enjoyed that too. I liked how she carried over characters but you didn't have to read "The Outsiders" for it to make sense. The ending was a shock to me. I liked the great amount of detail.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

Prom by Laurie Halse Anderson

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Ashley. She does not want to go to prom. When her math teacher steals all the prom money, her best friend, Natalie, head of prom comittee, begs her to join. Then Ashley decides prom is not that bad but something lies in her way of going.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: _I enjoyed this boko from the start. It had many twists which kept me reading. I have never read this author before but her writing style is really good. I will seek more of her books to read. This book is likable for mainly girls, but girls are not the only ones who are into prom. it has small chapters so that if you're not a big reader it is easy to stop at he end of one and not inthe middle of a big chapter. I could not put it down, that's how good it was.
by Samantha B. in grade 8

Double Fault by Jerry B. Jenkins

Genre: Mystery, Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about twins. They join a tennis camp at the local country club. The camp is a last ditch effort to save the country club. The twins get blamed for vandalism at the club while trying to solve the mystery of the real vandals.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: _I enjoyed this book. I have read the othe books in the series and really enjoy this genre.I do not like fiction unless it seems real. This mystery book is not completely unreal though. It has many good aspects. I like this book to anyone who likes to read.
by Samantha B. in grade 8