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

Things Not Seen by Andrew Clements

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a boy named Bobby Curtis who one day wakes up and is invisible. Then he meets a blind girl in the library. Next they go on an adventure to try to bring Bobby back.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This was a great book. I just wanted to keep reading. This book made me laugh, made me smileand made me really apreciate the things that I have. I think it is a great book for all ages.
by Gianna I. in grade 7

Where Eagles Dare by Allistair Maclean

Genre: Historical Fiction

Book Summary: _"Where Eagles Dare" is based in World War II. It is about a mission for a British Squad to penetrate into the German High Command and rescue an American General. It becomes clear though that this rescue mission is something more.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Allistair Maclean did a superb job in "Where Eagles Dare". The plot was very good, having twists until the very end.The characters were developed very wel. Each of the squad's members were different from the wisecracking Lieutenant to the cunning Captain. This novel is no ordinary soldier book. Instead it is based on an espionage with double and triple crossers. All in all, the book was excellent.
by Rohith V. in grade 8

The Clique by Lisi Harrison

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Claire whao was just moving to a new town where Massie and her friends live. Massie does not like Claire by the way she dresses or acts. She obviously thinks Claire is a BIG dork, but Claire still makes an effort to be friends. But when Massie and her possy pull some pranks on her and her friend, Claire begins to fight back.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really enjoyed this book! It was an awesome book and I definitley would recommend this this book to any girl in the 7th grade or in middle school. When you read this you can relate to what's happening and what the girls are saying/ feeling as I'm sure you can in any other "Clique" book. There are a lot more "Clique" books if you like this one.
by Lauren O. in grade 7

Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Genre: Mystery
Book Summary: This book is about a boy named Luke, about 20 years in the future. he lives in a world that is protected from famine by the population low. That is every family can only consist of 4 people. Luke is a third chile, or shaddow child. This story tells about this way of coping with this way of life (constantly hiding), and is a wonderful novel.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: _This is an amazing book. I love the constant twists of Lukes story. Miss Haddix is a wonderful author and she proved yet again in this amazing story. The conditions of thw orld we live in now become clear. We have to distribute our food wisly, if we do not wish to end up in the same situation.
by Rebekah K. in grade 6

Uglies by Scott Westerfield

Genre: Science Fiction
Book Summary: Tally Youngblood lives in a world where everybody the same is an ugly. She must wait until her 16th birthday, and on that day she will have an operation that will turn her from repellent to a gorgeous new pretty. As the book continues, Tally makes a new friend named Shay. They are set to have their operation on the same day, that is until Shay runs away to a small town outside the city known as the smoke. When Tally is brought to the hospital for her operation, they will not do it. They threaten her that if she does not find Shay then then she will become what is known as a "forever ugly".
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I absolutely LOVED this book. I normally don't read science fiction but this is one of the best books I have ever read. Scott Westerfield's work is new to me but I fell in love with it immediately. Now I'm dying to read the rest of the series. I don't know what I'll do when I finish them all.
by Rebekah K. in grade 6

Son of a Witch by Gregory Maguire

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: A boy, Liir, thinks that he might be the som of Elphaba (aka, the wicked witch of the west).He is on a quest to look for his supposed half sister Nor. But destiny has other plans.
Rank (0-5): 4.5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: Son of a Witch is the sequel to Wicked. I thought Wicked was more interesting. I would not recommend this book because it has a developed vocabulary and fast- paced. This makes the story hard to follow. In Oz anything can happen.
by Charlotte C. in grade 9

Vampire Kisses-Blood Relatives by Ellen Schrieber

Genre: Horror, Fantasy, Graphic Novel/Manga
Book Summary: Vampire Kisses: Blood Relatives is a manga spinoff of Ellen Schriber's novel series Vampire Kisses. Told in the time between the 3rd and 4th book of the originals, Raven and her vampire boyfriend Alexander have to fight off his jealous cousin, Claude. Claude is "doomed" to walk the earth both day and night since he is half vampire, half human- unless he can drink some ancient vampire blood. Since Alexander's grandma kept a stash when she was alive, he and his group of half and half's are searching around for it. If they find them, Dullsville is as good as dead.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Most people wouldn't want to read this because it's a manga. The only reason i gave it a four was because it got two for the great drawing, and, although the plot's awesome, the book is so short and cut off to the next in the series, and can't be called much.
by Amanda J. in grade 8

Gilda Joyce-Ghost Sonata by Jennifer Allison

Genre: Realistic Fiction, Paranormal
Book Summary: Gilda Joyce jumps at the chance to go to England, home of the tea and crumpets, when her best friend, Wendy Choy, gets accepted into an international piano competition there. Going as her official page turner, she is much more exited than the competitor, who finds something foreboding about the trip. Besides scones and accents, Gilda finds a haunting and a boyfriend. When the ghost threatens to interfere with Wendy's performance, Gilda has to stomp out the paranormal and humane interference. Finally, she figures out everything, including murder, but when all seems successful, Wendy turns things around.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was a unique book as far as plot goes, the writing itself, however, was unoriginal, therefore not a five. It wasn't a book that dragged you through it, but it didn't get you on the edge of your seat
by Amanda J. in grade 8

I Was a Non-Blonde Cheerleader by Kieran Scott

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: When Annisa moves from New Jersey to Florida at her new school all the students are blonde. She is just about the only brunette. The first person she meets is Daniel Healy, the guitar and football-playing guy. Annisa then decides to try out for the cheerleading team. She makes the team, but nobody on the team likes her. Annisa then begins to like Daniel but there is one problem; he already has a girlfriend. Annisa then becomes good friends with Daniel and hopes for the best.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was good. It reminded me a lot of the "Bring It On" movies. If you like them I would recommend that you read this book series. It is interesting and you never want to put it down. I liked how Annisa turned her life around just by putting her mind to it. She accomplishes a lot of stuff and I liked this book
by Keri S. in grade 8

Spain or Shine by Michelle Jellen

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Elena decides to travel to Spain with the Sudents Across the Seven Seas program. Elens decides to stay with a Spanish family instead of a dorm room. However, when she arrives the dormes were flooded so her family has an additional student staying with them; Jenna. Elena then becomes best friends with her. Elena also meets Alex and does a project with him. And Elena develops a crush on Miguel, a Spanish guy.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book to all girls in middle school and older. It is exciting and keeps you turning the pages. It is interesting ever if you don't travel much. I like how in the begining there is an application for the program. You get to know the main character even before the stroy begins.

by Keri S. in grade 8

Bratfest at Tiffany's by Lisi Harrison

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This is the 9th book in the clique series. After the boy's school gets ruined they move to the girls school. Also after the breakup between Massie and Derrington and Claire and Cam, Massie decides none of the girls are allowed to date boys anymore. At the same time the school becomes less and less large. Then Massie and some of her friends have to move into some trailers outside of the school. Could things get any worse?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: While this book was not the most interestiong of all the books, it was still good. I never wanted to stop reading this book. You don't want to put it down. I liked the ending of this book because it left you wondering what would happen next. I cannot wait for the next book.
by Keri S. in grade 8

Sealed With a Diss by Lisi Harrison

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about Massie and her four friends Claire, Kristen, Dylan, and Alicia. They all no have acess to the secret room in their school, but there is a catch. They all have to get dates to Skye's 8th grade halloween party. Massie thinks Claire and her dates should be easy to get, but problems threaten their relationships. Massie also has to get horseback-rider Chris to agree to be Skye's date to the party. If they don't meet these deadlines, they lose access to the room forever!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was great. It kept me reading. I liked the unexpected opening to the book. It was interesting. There are funny parts to this book that keeps a reader interested. I would recommend this book to most girls who like realistic fiction.
by Keri S. in grade 8

Getting The Boot by Peggy Strauss

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: When Kelly decides that her life is to boring she applies for the students across the seven seas program to travel to Italy. While there, Kelly expects to meet cute Italian guys, but meets Californian Joe instead. She begins to like him, however he keeps her out late partying and she misses her early morning classes. Kelly then decides to dump him. After this occurs Kelly discovers her interest in art. Kelly then spends all her time sketching and drawing.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This was a very good book. It included a lot of detail. I was very interested in this story and the outome was exciting. Getting the Boot was a very funny story. I laughed a lot and I would recommend this book to any girl even if they are not interested in travel.
by Keri S. in grade 8

Music to My Ears by Anne Mazer

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Abby. She can't stand the way all of her friends never stop thinking about guys! It seems all of the sixth grade girls are growing up way too fast for Abby's taste! She just doesn't get it... until she meets Simon, a sax player with bright blue eyes! She doesn't really know him, though, and he doesn't seem to know she exists! All of a sudden, Abby will do anything to make him notice her. Is she changing too? You'll have to read the book to find out!
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book was an okay book. It was a little younger than my age group, but the series is a good one! This book is made up of Abby's journal entries, so I like the way it was written. I didn't really like the story though, because it had a disappointing ending to it! I rated it a 4 because it has a good base story, but the ending is very disappointing and that kind of ruined the book a little! I would definitely recommend tis book to younger kids in the fifth or sixth grades!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Surf, Sand and Secrets by Nancy Butcher

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about two twins named Mary-Kate and Ashley. They each have their own diaries, and this book is made up of their entries. The twins are in Hawaii staying at a resort. Both of them are stressed, though! Ashley can't have fun because a mean girl, Dana, has a secret that she knows about Ashley that she is going to tell the teacher in order to get her sent home! Mary-Kate's best friend is mad at her too! Will Ashley get sent home and will Mary-Kate lose her BFF?
Rank (0-5): 2
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book was ok. It was a bit too young for my age, so I would probably not recommend it to my frineds! This is the only book in the series that I have read, so I don't know how the others are, but I might read them! These books are most likely more appealing to a younger age!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Teenage Mermaid by Ellen Schreiber

Genre: Fantasy, Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Lilly, who is a mermaid, and a boy named Spencer. Lilly saves Spencer with a kiss of life, and Spencer wants to meet her again. Lilly wants to meet Spencer too. Lilly can only spend a certain amount of time on land though, so her visits have to be short. Lilly can't decide whether to tell Spencer if shes is a mermaid or not!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very funny! I rated it a 5 because it has a happy ending! I would recommend it to my friends because it was based on a girl my age dealing with typical guy problems... except hers are a little different then normal girl problems since she is a mermaid, and it makes it a lot funnier!!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

The Secret Language of Girls by Frances O'Roark Dowell

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about two girls named Kate and Marylin. They are both 11. Kate used to have no interest in romance, but now she does. She wishes she could tell Marylin, but she won't talk to her because Marylin thinks Kate is being rotten to her now that she has a boyfriend. Kate and Marylin were always best friends who lived on the same block, who always shared the same opinions on things and could tell tons of secrets. But now Marylin is thinking that Kate can be a bit babyish, and Kate thinks Marylin is being a snob. They don't know it, but secretly, they both wish things were the way they used to be
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 a good story about friendship. I would recommend it to a friend because it's about girls around my and my friends' ages! It shows how much people can change, and it shows the opinions of two different, changing girls, and I liked how it showed each of their opinions. All in all, this was definitely a great story about friendship and guy problems and romances, and I'd definitely recommend it to a friend!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Calling All Boys by Judy Katschke

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about two twins named Mary-Kate and Ashley. They are going to a new boarding school. Their dad gives them a cell phone as a gift. They are not allowed to use them though! There's a Sadie Hawkins dance coming up, which means the girls have to ask the guys! Ashley and Mary-Kate's cousin goes there and he gets them dates. All the girls at school suddenly want them to use their phones to get them dates from Harrington, the boys' school down the road! Will they get in trouble for using their phones? You'll have to read the book!
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, like the Sand, Surf and Secrets from the series, which is why I would not recommend it to my friends! I would recommend it to kids in the sixth or seventh grades, though! I rated it a 3 because I liked the ending. It was a happy one. It was also made up of Diary entries, which I liked a lot, too. Although this book may be a little too young for me, I definitely recommend it to younger kids. It was a great story!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Mercy by Echo Heron

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: In Echo Heron's first fictional book, she combines her experiences and mystery. Told in third person, Catalina "Cat" Richardson picks her patients in the beginning of the week. Her patients of Ward Two, the miscellaneous ward of Mercy hospital where patients who can't fit in other wards, or aren't classified to fit in the other sections, are either not sick, dying, or not psycologicaly stable- not crazy, but not stable. Stella just needs a place to stay to while finding a nursing home, Professor Dean is dying of AIDS, Mr. Walker is passing of cancer, Corky tried to commit suicide, but wont tell anybody why, and Lucy Cross was cruelly beat by her boyfriend, but still madly in love with him. Together, the patients support each other to the end, to happiness and stability, and Cat out of her oncoming burnout.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: A great book medical-wise, but i wouldn't recommend it to anyone on this site because it was an adult book, and for the first time in one of Echo Heron's books, was extremely inappropriate otherwise. Believe me. Do not read it.
by Amanda J. in grade 8

Undercover by Beth Kephart

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Elisa is always "undercover", as her dad says. She observes, and works the behind the scenes- since her last friend faded, she's been like the wallpaper, but thats O.K., because what never changes is she always has her dad. But when real trouble stirs, her dad isn't home, causing even more trouble- at home. Elisa stops pulling together couples with her wildlife metaphors and similes- why bother when they only help Theo fall deeper for the lovely Lila? The only place she can be herself is deep in the wood on the frozen pond, her only company her mom's old skates and the immovable statue girl. And when Lila cuts the final string holding her to sanity, one thing sews her back up.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I'm neutral on this book. The plot's O.K., but the ending cuts off too short. It's a great book for people who like nature. Undercover: Undercover is a so-so book. on a scale from one to ten, i would give it a 5 because although it isn't completely and absolutely boring, it's not very unique, and follows a pretty common plot line.
by Amanda J. in grade 8

Son of a Witch by Gregory Maguire

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: A boy, Liir, thinks he might be the son of Elphabab Caka, the wicked witch of the west. he is on a quest to lok for his half-sister Nor. But destiny has other plans.
Rank (0-5): 4.5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: Son of a Witch is the Sequel to Wicked. I thought Wicked was much more interesting. I would not recommend it because it has a developed vocabulary and is fast-paced. This makes the story hard to follow. In Oz, anything can happen.
by Charlotte C. in grade 9

The Sweet, Terrible, Glorious Year I Truly, Completely Lost It by Lisa Shanahan

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: A great book written from the point of Gemma, an ordinary Australian high schooler. But at one point, everything started to pile up at once. (From the point of Gemma) 1) Raven DeHead takes an interest in her. (EW!) 2) Nick, (some awesomely hot guy), invites her to try out for the school play, The Tempest. 3) Her sister decides to get married- and Gemma's a flower girl. 4) Her soon to be in-laws are total war-and-army freaks. 5) As Raven and Nick start to switch places, one almost gets killed. And to top it off, she isn't an ordinary flowergirl. No, this girl has to dress up as a swan (made out of a duck costume).
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was a great book because, although it was like almost any other realistic fiction about a teenage girl, it had certain qualities and hilarious little details that drew you in. Gets full points from me. Although it follows a basic plot, the hilarious details draw you in. the very unusual events also put the cherry on the sundae.
by Amanda J. in grade 8

Runaway by Wendelin Van Draanen

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Runaway is a spinoff of Sammy Keys and the Sisters of Mercy told from the point of Holly. The book is a journal she kept as an assignment from her teacher. After her parents died at different intervals, Holly had been given to good foster homes, but she didn't want pity, and after being strung to different families, she was given worse and worse treatment. finally, after being "Sani-flush"-ed, she runs away. After a series of events, she ends up in a cardboard box and meets Sammy at the church, where she is serving her detention time. Sammy gets Holly a home with Meg, and the book ends.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was always interesting because it showed the real twists and turns of survival in the USA. If I was going to rate it, the book would get about a 7 1/2 on a scale from 1-10. The combined elements of survival and part of another story by a different author make it unique and interesting.
by Amanda J. in grade 8

Old Magic by Marian Curley

Genre: Fantasy, Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Told back and forth between Kate and Jarrod. On Jarrod's first day of school, there's a freak storm in the classroom, and only Kate realizes Jarrod created it out of his own anger. As they begin a secret friendship, Kate learns more about him, and convinces him that she and her grandmother, Jillian, can do magic, and there is a curse on his family. He doesn't believe, however, that he has the gift until they are forced back in time to the middle ages to remove the curse. The rest is history.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: An absolutely fantastic book. A great combination of realism, fantasy, history, and romance. If cows could sing, it would be about this book. (I have no idea where that came from).
by Amanda J. in grade 8

Framed by Malcolm Rose

Genre: Mystery
Book Summary: Westminster has changed over the years into the future, and it gives sixteen year olds courses that determine their occupation. Luke Harding just passed his final and has become a forensic investigator, soon he must part his best friend (and more) and musician, Jane. But that is soon put out of his mind as he gets his first case- find campus student Krispy's murderer. However, one killing leads to another, and another, and Luke and his robotic law-enforcing friend, Malc, have only one suspect who fits the case- himself. Yet, when he comes to the conclusion and his innocence, there's no guarantee that he will live with his guiltlessness.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Overall a unique teen book. Good for someone looking for a mystery and who can tolerate futuristic novel. Not good for someone who would get nightmares after a scary movie
by Amanda J. in grade 8

Obedience by Will Lavender

Genre: Realistic Fiction, Mystery
Book Summary: A teacher teaches his class how to not believe everything that they are told. This is a book you will not be able to put down-just a warning. Who to believe is the question...each other, yourself, or him?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Wow, this book was really thought-provoking. You personally try to figure out the crime and what the characters are doing with their own problems. This is amazing. As his first book, this brings something new to the plate. It is a book that requires logic and once you begin reading it you will not be able to put it down because the plot thickens with every page.
by Jessica F. in grade 10

The Opposite of Invisible by Liz Gallagher

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Alice is discovering herself by making mistakes and dating guys. Which guy will she choose though...the jock or the artist?
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is nothing special, and I would merely describe it as okay. It is a classic story about teen love and its mistakes. In some of the scenes the author uses good imagery considering that this is her first book. Gallagher is on her way to becoming a beloved and established author.
by Jessica F. in grade 10

Hero by Perry Moore

Genre: Realistic Fiction, Science Fiction
Book Summary: Thom is trying to discover himself and his powers. When he gets invited to be in the the League his dreams come true. But Thom must prioritize the things in his life, not only for himself, but for the people he loves and those around him.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: In this page turner, Thom begins as a simple being and by the end he is a complex teenager who saves the world. Considering that this is Moore's first book, this is better than most first books I have read by various authors. Moore weaves all of the facts that he presents back into each other in the plot. Due to this fact, I would suggest that you don't forget a thing that the author tells you!
by Jessica F. in grade 10

When I Was Puerto Rican by Esmeralda Santiago

Genre: Non-Fiction, Autobiography
Book Summary: Mrs. Santiago tells the story of her life in Puerto Rico and its many moves. She starts the story as a child and as the reader, you can see her change in tone as she goes on with her story and progresses in age.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: The author focused a lot of her writing on her parents fighting and the fights were all basically about the same things. Some of the events in her life were so much more important, and I feel she wasted pages with stupid stuff. I can't criticize her entire life though. I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in learning about another culture.
by Jessica F. in grade 10

Camp Confidential-Over and Out by Melissa J. Morgan

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: _This book is about girls at Camp Lakeview. This summer Jenna broke her leg and cannot compete in color war. She gets jealous of her best friend Alex, who can compete in the color war and also is the best player on the soccer team. Jenna resents sitting on the sidelines.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I liked this book because it was fun to see what was going to happen to Jenna, since she broke her leg. I was surprised she was really into color war even though she broke her leg and could not participate. I was glad she got to at least help plan the final banquet and be in the pie eating contest. She was able to overcome her problem and enjoy the event.
by Gianna I. in grade 7

Flashcards of my Life by Charise Mericle Harper

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Emily. Her different friends don\'t get along well, her Mom is on a diet, her best friend Sandra is being secretive, and she\'s \"stranded on Crush Island without a lifeboat!\" When Emily gets a birthday gift- a pack of note cards labeled \"Flashcards of my Life\"- she uses it to try to untangle her knotted life! She is very stressed by her life. She uses this opportunity to write it all out! She is inspired!!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very good! I liked it so much because it was very funny! I also rated it a 5 because it showed what she wrote on the cards, which was also funny! There were drawing with footnotes too which I enjoyed! I\'d recommend this to a friend because it is a good story and was very, very funny!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is all about a boy, Charlie's, experiences through his first year of high school. The entire book is written in letters, all by Charlie, and they tell about his family problems, friendships, parties, and school life. The letters all start with him writing to say that he's nervous about starting high school, but basically turn into retelling his freshman year as he tries to find friends and be accepted by others. They talk a lot about Charlie's own problems as well, like how he coped with the death of his aunt and best friend. Charlie, in his letters, tells everything, but still tries to keep his identity a secret from the person who he's writing to.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was really good. I thought it was a little bit old-fashioned sounding, but once i read a few pages I was able to get more into it. The really cool part is that the reader never finds out to whom Charlie is writing. Charlie's story was sad at parts, but a really exciting story that made me want to read on.
by Haley D. in grade 11

Summer Love by Diane Schwemm

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This is a book about a group of families who go to Silver Beach every summer for vacation. The kids, who are now teenagers, have grown up together, as have their parents and grandparents. This summer, Elli is constantly worried about her younger brother, Ethan's, heart getting broken by Charlotte, who has a reputation for going through tons of guys. There's a big love triangle, where Sam likes Elli, Charlotte is jealous of Elli for getting Sam's attention, and Ethan is in love with Charlotte. It seems like no one will end up happy, especially with Elli and Ethan's parents fighting, and Charlotte finding out the truth about her mother's death 8 years ago
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was a lot better than I thought it would be. I thought it would turn out being really predictable, but nothing in the book ended like i thought it would! The ending was unexpected and definitely made me want to read the next book in this series. It was funny, and a great book to read for the summer!
by Haley D. in grade 11

Next Summer by Hailey Abbott

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book was the second of the "Summer Boys" books by Hailey Abbott. It continued the four girls' stories, but from the next summer. After spending a year apart from each other, the cousins and friends have a lot to catch up on. Jamie attends a summer writing program, while Ella is trying to not be as wild. Beth is spending the entire summer away from her boyfriend, George, and Kelsi is still uneasy about what happened last year with her boyfriend Peter, but doesn't know that he was cheating on her with Kelsi's sister. There's just as much drama as the summer before, so if you've read the first book, I would definitely recommend reading this one, too!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved this book just as much as the first one. I thought at first that maybe I wouldn't like it as much because I thought it would get boring, but it definitely didn\'t. In the book, the reader gets introduced to a bunch of new characters, which kept it interesting, and new experiences for all of the girls. I really liked this book because it was funny and a really good story.
by Haley D. in grade 11

Rules by Cynthia Lord

Genre: Realistic Fiction, Humor
Book Summary: Rules is about a girl named Catherine whose little brother, David has autism. In her point of veiw her family revolves around her brother. Catherine thought David needed guide lines in which the rules were established. Some of Catherine's rules for David are..."No toys in the fish tank" , "If the Bathroom door is closed, knock (especially if Catherine has a Friend over!)", " If you want to get away with somthing don't announce it first." , " Its fine to hug mom, but not the clerk at the video store". Catherine thought that because of David, their family wasn't perfect, then at the end of the book she realizes that no family is perfect.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I liked this book because the author used humor to bring across a serious point. The author has 2 kids and one of them has autism so she understand 1rst hand and makes the reader understand. I like that the author use the point of veiw that Catherine told the story. This book has won 2 awards the awards are The Schneider Family Book Award and it took 2nd in the Newberry Honor.
by Julianne K. in grade 6

Basher 52 by Scott O'Grady

Genre: Non-fiction
Book Summary: This book was about a F-16 fighter pilot named Scott O\'Grady. He was shot down by Serbian missles in Bosnia. It was the true story about Captian Scott O\'Grady trying to survive. He is rescued by the U.S. Marines after 6 days. He was treated like a hero when he was rescued
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was ok. I liked the description when he was being rescued by the helicopters. This was a true story which made it interesting to read. Scott O'Grady did not consider himself a hero, because he feels a hero is someone who helps someone else. He felt he was not a hero because he saved himself.
by Brian K. in grade 7

The Cupid Chronicles by Coleen Murtagh Paratore

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Willa. Her favorite library is closing because they don't have the money to repair it. Willa has to figure out a way to raise a ton of money in just a few moths! Her idea is to host a party or dance each month and charge money for each ticket. But when they collect the right amount of money and more is needed, what will Willa do?
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 funny! It is also the second of three books in the Wedding Planner's Daughter series! The first book is called The Wedding Planner's Daughter and the third is called Willa by Heart. They are all very good! I would definitely recommend this to all my friends!]
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Thirteen by Lauren Myracle

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Winnie Perry. She is turning thirteen in March. She and Lars are still a couple. Also, Winnie's mom is having a baby! Winnie doesn't really know where she stands now that she is a teenager. Her BFF #1, Dinah is growing up too slowly, while her BFF #2, Cinnamon, is growing up too fast! Winnie realizes that being a teenager is full of changes!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I rated this book a 5 because it is a good story! I liked it because I just turned 13, so I could relate to a lot of the stuff in it! There are two other books about Winnie, and they are called Eleven and the other is called Twelve. I've read all of them and would definitely recommend them to a friend!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Dumped by Popular Demand by P.G. Kain

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a 13 year old girl named Dorie Dilts. She moves from California to New Jersey. Now she is happy to have a fresh new start and become popular! She wants to be a part of the Holly Trinity, the hottest clique, led by Holly McAdams, the most popular girl in school. The only way she\'ll be able to find something in common with all 3 girls that will get her into the clique is tough. She will have to date and be dumped by the school\'s hottest and most popular and obnoxious guy, Grant Bradish. At first Dorie thinks this won\'t be a problem, but when Dorie starts spending more time with Grant, she realizes he is a totally different person then everyone sees him as at school and realizes she likes him! But what will she choose.... being in the hottest clique at school or having a boyfriend?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very good! It is the first book in a series called The Social Experiments of Dorie Dilts. There is one other book in the series called The School for Cool. I haven't read it yet, but look forward to reading it! I rated this book a 5 because it was a good story and it had a very good ending! I will definitely recommend this book to all of my friends!
by Lauren D in grade 8

Winter Games by Melissa J. Morgan

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about all the girls from Camp Lakeview. It is winter and Tori, one of the girls from camp, can invite 5 girls to go skiing. The problem is, she doesn't know which to choose! She wants to do it without hurting anyone's feelings, but doesn't know how. Then she finds out that the Camp Lakeview reunion is on the same weekend! Who knows what will happen when the girls are separated by 3000 miles?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is a very good one! I rated it a five because it was very funny and it kept me on the edge of my seat! This is the 12th book in the Camp Confidential series! I like this series because it is about girls my age who are going through the same types of things any normal teenage girl goes through! I would definitely recommend this series to my friends.
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Happy Birthday, Dear Amy by Marilyn Kaye

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Amy who is a clone. There are 12 other Amys in the world that look exactly like her! On her 13th birthday, though, Amy wakes up and she appears to have doubled in age overnight! She is in perfectly normal physical condition, but just her looks have changed. Amys friends suspect something is up, even though they know that Amy is a clone. Amy starts to wonder if she will ever be a normal teenager and if she will look older forever!
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was pretty good! I might recommend it to a friend, but I would recommend the series first! The series is called Replica, and this is the 16th book in the series. It is essential that you read the books in the right order in order to get what is going on in the story. I rated this book a 4 because I've read better books in the series, but this one is one of the pretty good ones! I would definitely recommend this series to my friends!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

My Cup Runneth Over by Cherry Whytock

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Angelica Cookson Potts (Angel). She has the life any girl would wish for: Divine friends, family and housekeeper. The problem is that Angelica feels like she is huge next to her skinny friends and ex-model mother. So Angel decides to make some Life Changes by starting a healthy new diet to get thinner in time for the Valentine's Day Disco and the Fashion Show to get Adam to notice her. Soon Angel realizes that she doesn't need to make changes in order for people to notice her!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was great! I rated it a 5 because it was very funny! It has a great moral and a great lesson to it. It shows that you don't need to be perfect, you just have to be you! I would definitely recommend it to all my friends!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Makeovers by Marcia by Claudia Mills

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Marcia. She is pretty and popular, but since her ankle is broken over the summer, she has gained 5 pounds from just sitting around! So she starts dieting when school begins. Worse, she is assigned a community service project for school at a nursing home. As Marcia gets to know the residents better, she discovers the nature of true beauty that can only be captured by a colored pencil.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I rated this book a 5 because it was a genuinely good story. It was funny and a bit sad, but all of it was great! I would recommend this book to my friends because it is about someone who is going into 8th grade, just like me and my friends!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Genre: Science Fiction
Book Summary: Luke Garner lives in a society where the government restricts the number of children in a family to two. Luke is a third child. The police strictly enforce the two-or-less children law. To avoid discovery, Luke has to hide. He cannot go to school, to town, or even go out in his own backyard.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Among the Hidden is a very good book. Many book clubs, book chats, libraries, etc., have suggested it. Don't delay! Although the beginning of the book was a bit slow, I was riveted by the end. (Aren't all the beginnings of a series of books a little slow?) Luke finds another third child, named Jen who is strongly devoted to demanding equal rights for third children. There were also several unexpected twists and turns to the book which keep you reading.
by Kevin N. in grade 8

Cassandra's Sister by Veronica Bennett

Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: Cassandra's Sister creates the story of Jane Austen. It describes the events that shape the course of her life.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Cassandra's Sister was a bit difficult to get into, but I am very glad I stuck with it. Veronica Bennett made my emotions parallel with Jane's feelings. Some vocabulary was unknown to me. However, this was not too much of an issue for me. The story commemorates some memorable events and kept me captivated the entire way. I cannot wait to read Jane Austen!
by Caly M. in grade 8

The Ladies of the Lake by Jennifer Allison

Genre:Mystery
Book Summary: This book is about a girl Gilda Joyce. She is attending a Catholic school. She does not not want to go until she finds out that there is a mystery surrounding the school. She goes undercover to find out the truth about Dolores's death. This puts her in major danger but Gilda is determined to get to the bottom of the case.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This is the best book that I have read this summer. At times you felt like someone was watching you because of the vivid detail. I could connect with Danielle Menory. I definitely am going to read the first book and the third book in this series, although you really do not need to read them in order. This book really put you into Gilda Joyce's shoes, which was really exciting!
by Abby Z. in grade 7

Lunch Walks Among Us by Jim Benton

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Franny who is a mad scientist. She doesn't fit in with the grou and this book is about her struggle to fit it. She uses her science to try and fit in but chaos erupts when she makes a monster erupt from the trash can.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book because it is really funny. it is a great book to read. Even if you don'r like to read this book will grab you and make you want to read the whole thing.
by Pranathi R. in grade 6

The Battle of the Labryinth by Rick Riordan

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: In this book, Annabeth, Percy, Tyson, Grover, Nico, and the mortal, Rachel, go on a quest through the labryinth to find the mentor of the maze so they can stop Luke and Kronos from invading camp and overtaking Mount Olympus.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: In this book I really liked how there were new characters that were introduced. I like how the characters were then used to make the story more exciting. Another thing I liked was the maze. I thought it was interesting how the story revolved around the maze and the inventor. I also liked how the inventor of the maze was also the sword trainer for a while at the camp. The last thing I liked was how it was never boring throughout the story.
By Ryan G. in Grade 7

The Titan's Curse by Rick Riordan

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: In this book, Grover sent a distress call to Percy, Annabeth and Thalia because he found the demigods. When they try to rescue them, Annabeth gets taken and Artemis leaves to find the horrible monster. later, they discover that Artemis was captured and 2 hunters and 3 campers go on a quest to save Artemis and Annabeth. On the quest, they suceed but Bianca and Zoe died because of the prophecy. When they return to the camp, they find that Nico and Bianca were actually the kids of Hades. When Nico heard that Bianca died he ran away from camp.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: _I think this book should be rated a 10 out of 10. it is by far the best book in the series and I really liked how there was a lot of suspense. Another thing I like is that there is always something excitinghappening. I also think it is great because it is filled with action packed events so it is never boring. That's why I really liuked this book.
by Ryan G. in grade 7

Beka Cooper- Terrier by Tamora Pierce

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Beka Cooper. In the story, she trains to be a a Dog (basically a member of Provost's Guard, a protector). In the story, she proves to be a great trainee and catches a murderer and saves many people. Beka Cooper also makes many friends, such as Rosto, Kora, and Anika.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: _Beka Cooper- Terrier is an amazing fantasy book by Tamora Pierce. this wonderful book tells the story of a girl training to be a member of the Provost's Guard. Thriughout the story Beka never stops fighting to help the people of the Lower City. She also makes many loyal friends, I would rank this book a 10 out of 10 and I would definately recomend it to a friend! I can't wait for the next book in the series to be published.
by Lauran G. in grade 7

The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: In this book, Thaila's tree was poisoned. Because of that, Chiron gave Clarisse a quest to go find the Golden Fleece. To make the story even more interesting, Grover has been captured by a cyclops who took the Golden Fleece. Now, Perry escapes from camp to make sure that Grover is captured and saved so that Clarisse gets the Fleece. After they get the Golden Fleece, they bring it back home to camp and place it around the tree. A miracle occurs overnight.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I think this book is even better than the Lightning Thief. I still really like that the book is humorous. One thing I really enjoyed was how the cyclops thought Grover was a female cyclops because when he got caught, he was dressed up in a wedding costume. I also like how the characters are very different in their personalities. I also like how the characters are mortals, gods, half-bloods, nymphs, cyclops, and satyrs. And then there are even more types of interesting creatures that try to kill the demigods and half-bloods.
by Ryan Griffith in grade 7

The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: In this story, Percy reaches Camp Half-Blood only to find that Zeus's master lightning bolt is missing. Even worse, Percy is the prime suspect. He and his friends have ten days to find it before there is war between the gods. When they reach the Underworld to talk to Hades, they find that Ares has the master lightning bolt. They escape, then fight Ares for the Helm of Darkness and the lightning bolt. Percy defeats him and takes the bolt back to Zeus.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The Lightning Thief is one of my favorite books. I enjoy it because the characters have humor and are very interesting. I also like the plot of the story I think because the story is very different from other stories. I also like how the book has a lot of suspense , which was what made me want to keep reading. Another thing I liked was that the characters had to travel across the U.S. and back. The last thing I liked was that there were many action events in the book. It never got boring.
by Ryan G in grade 7

Peeled by Joan Bauer

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This is a book about a girl named Hildy Biddle. Hildy tries to find the truth behind what people think is a haunted house. By doing this, she helps her town Banesville, and becomes a better reporter.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Peeled is a great story about a reporter named Hildy Biddle who is trying to find the truth about a "haunted house" in her town Banesville. Along the way, she receives help from her classmates and friends. They all discover that the only creeps lurking at the haunted house are people with bad intentions. This is a wonderful book and I would recommend it to anyone!
by Lauren G in grade 7

Love, Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Stargirl who moved from Arizona to Pennsylvania and got dumped by her friend from Arizona, Leo. This book is a series of letters to Leo from Stargirl telling about her life.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The book Love, Stargirl is a fantastic book. Anyone will like this book who likes realistic fiction. Stargirl is told by a boy and Love, Stargirl is told by a girl. Both are really great books by Jerry Spinelli.
by Lauren O in grade 7

A Countess Below Stairs by Eva Ibboston

Genre: historical fiction, romance
Book Summary: Anna fless Russiato England during the Russian Revolution, To pay back her friend she takes a job as a servent in a wealthy household.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It's a very good book that makes you want to keep reading. The cahracters feel like friends you've had forever. It's also very thrilling and intense. The book is very beautifully written.
by Rachel S. in grade 8

Something Rotten by Alan Gratz

Genre: Mystery
Book Summary: Horatio Wilkes is visting hid friend Hamilton Prince in Denmark, Tennessee. Hamilton's father had been murdered- poisoned, and the killer is still at large. There are plenty of suspects who all have motives, means, and opportunity. Denmark, Tennessee smells aweful and it's not judt the polluted river.
Rank (0-5): 4/5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: "Something Rotten" by Alan Gratz is a great mystery. And it's much better in several ways than big series mysteries like Hardy Boys. The author sets the stage for an enticing, compelling story. And this isn't a novel for third graders. It's intense!! I was really interested in this book because Horatio is a normal teenage, not some amazing sleuth, who cracks codes and solves mysteries in the blink of an eye. This is a modern day telling of "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare.
by Kevin N. in grade 8

Angels in Pink by Lurlene McDaniel

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about three best friends who volunteer at a hospital as "Angles in Pink." Along the way, they find out some important lessons. They also find out about themselves through a tragedy. They find love, adventure and hope.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is amazing. It is filled with love and hardships. When tragedy strikes, everybody comes together. It is a great book that i would read again and again. I learned a lot from it and you would too.
by Michelle R. in grade 9

Because of Anya by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl who has a disease, which is causing her to lose her hair. bcause of this she has to wear a wig. Some girls in her class notice the wig and assume she has cancer. The book is about how they try to figure out what she has.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was a very good book. it was a very quick read and i learned a lot from it. part of the book is about bullies, so I could relate to that. I would recommend this book to anyone. Anyone can learn a lesson from this book.
by Michelle R. in grade 9

The Rise of Lubchenko by Michael Simmons

Genre: Mystery. Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: The Rise of Lubchenko is the sequel to "Finding Lubchenko." Evan Macalister receives an anonymous phone call (in the midst of summer school) cautioning him to the fact that Jim Richmond (hid dad's business partner) is smuggling live smallpox virus into Europe and then will kill Evan, his father, his friends and other innocent people.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Another excellent book by Michael Simmons!! Evan flies to Europe with his best friend Rubenand his new girlfriend Erika, in an attempt to get help from a mysterious friend, Lubchenko. But Evan discovers, to his dismay, that Richmond and his henchmen are tougher than he thought. I couldn;t put this book down! it was very interesting and exciting. never a dull moment. The climax was really something. You have to read this!!
by Kevin N. in grade 8

Princess Mia by Meg Cabot

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Mia and her boyfriend break up, Mia's bff, Lilly, and her get into a fight and everything seems to be going down hill for Mia. Mia is so depressed that her dad puts her in therapy.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I love the Princess Diaries books. But to read this one you might want to read the whole series otherwise it won't make any sense.
by Charlotte C. in grade 9

Soul Surfer by Bethany Hamilton

Genre: realistic fiction, non-fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a 13 year old girl named Bethany Hamilton. She loves surfing more than anything! But all of that changes one Halloween morning when she goes surfing with one of her friends. The first moment, she has two well working arms, the next, a 15 foot long tiger shark has attacked her and she has one arm! This true story is about one teenage girl who will need her faith and her family to get back on the board!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was AMAZING! It is one of the best ones I have read in a long time. I rated it a five because it was an autobiography. I like the way Bethany told the story and I don\'t think it would be the same if someone else wrote it. The way Bethany tells it makes it seem a lot more real because it actually happened to her! I would (and will) definitely recommend this to all my friends because it is about a girl my age and it just shows that that girl could\'ve been me! All in all, this book is definitely one of my all time favorites!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Wildwood Dancing by Juliet Marillier

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about five adventurous sisters who open a portal every full moon that leads into the Kingdom of the Faeries and Elves. They go dancing but then the elder sister Tati falls in love with Sorrow of the Night People. So Jenah is faced with letting her sister go and risk breaking her father's heart or letting her die, and still maintain the manor while thier sick father is away.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book to any reader because it has a little bit of everything in it; romance, suspense, mystery, adventure, humor, and so on. It is also my all-time favorite love story. It is a fresh remake of the classic Romeo and Juliet with a happier ending. I would recommend it to any teen who likes a good updated fairy tale story.
by Amanda E. in grade 8

Leon And The Spitting Image by Allen Kurzweil

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Leon is in 3rd grade and has teacher who loves sewing. His teacher wheres a cape with glass eye balls. When the glass gets a project it is to make a stuffed animal when the class is done the teacher takes it and the class does not get it back. Leon and his friends think she is selling it. In the end they really find out what she is doing.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is really good. This is a great book to read if you like realistic fiction or adventure.In this book Leon lives with his mom in a hotel and this therefore makes him take a taxi to school. One day he meets a taxi driver and his taxi driver gives him free rides because Leon is so nice to him.
by Danny C. in grade 7

Letters from Camp by Kate Klise

Genre: Mystery, Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Siblings that bicker non-stop are sent away to Camp Happy Harmony in hopes of instilling good relationships. The campers are forced to wear bizarre uniforms, eat gross food, and do chores all day, and the members of the family that runs the camp fight constantly with each other. Camp Happy Harmony isn't happy-it's havoc! Can they survive the summer and solve the mystery hidden under the surface of Camp Happy Harmony's perfect program?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I have read this book several times and I am still not tired of it! The book is unique because it is compiled from letters and other artifacts. Each camper has a different, personalized experience that is fun to follow. Creativity never ceased. The book was lighthearted (well, minus a few minor attempts), and definitely enjoyed by me.
by Caly M. in grade 8

Maximum Ride 9-The Final Warning by James Patterson

Genre: Adventure Fiction, Horror, Humor, Science Fiction
Book Summary: Max and the flock are back, and they are on their way to the Antartic to study global warming. But new and horrifying enemies are after them and they just might not make it back this time.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: James Patterson has done it again and all I can say was WOW! It really got the mind thinking about the problem of global warming. And it will literally fall out of your seat, in either awed surprise or in stiches of laughter. It should have a category of its own! This is a true good book for the family.
by Amanda E. in grade 8

Camp Confidential-Best (Boy) Friend Forever by Melissa J. Morgan

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Camp Confidential-Best (Boy) Friend Forever is about a girl named Priya that goes to camp and is known as a tomboy. The camp goes on a field trip to Washington D.C. and her best friend Jordan (who is a boy) starts going out with one of Priya's bunkmates. Priya must figure out if she likes Jordan as a friend or as more than a friend.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was very interesting and I would recommend it to a friend. I thought it was interesting because it talks about how Priya felt through the whole book and how she dealt with her emotions. Like when her best friend Jordan asked her to find out what type of boyfriend her bunkmate wanted. Priya did find out but she was uneasy about it, and when her bunkmate went out with Jordan, Priya tried to break them up.
by Ava O. in grade 7

Sword of Shanara by Terry Brooks

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Half-elven Chea Omsford finds out that he is the last heir to the sword of Shanara, which is the only thing that can destroy Brona, the Dark Lord. So with the help of his brother, a droid, a dwarf, two elves, a stubborn prince, a banished prince, a silent rock troll nad a one-armed loudmouthed robber, he must save his world from the forces of evil and retrieve the sword of Shanara.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved this book! It was the perfect balance of mystery, adventure, and suspense. I would give this book to readers of the Lord of the Rings series and Eragon, the Books of Paronor and the Dark is Rising fans. The book also had great detail to paint the perfect visual picture. This is one of the first of its kind so it still possesses originality. Because of these reasons, I give this book a five.
by Amanda E. in grade 8

Camp Confidential-Golden Girls by Melissa J. Morgan

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a camp. This week they are having a color war. A color war is when each division splits into two teams (red and blue) and competes in certain events. This year the team captain is Tori, who is not the most athletic person around. Her best friend Natalie promises she will help Tori get through it. But then she meets the coolest 6th division girl in the camp and starts hanging out with her. This makes all of their team get into a big fight, and they keep losing events. The girls try to convince Natalie that Lanie (the cool girl) is just using her to get a guy that Lanie likes to notice her. But Natalie doesnt believe them at first.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I liked this book because there is a lot of suspense that makes you want to keep reading and find out what will happen. Each book in this series feels like this is actually happening in real life. I liked how in this book Tori was appointed the position of captain when she wasn't that interested in participating in the color war, because it was fun to see what she would do to get more involved in the color war. I really liked the fashion show they did for one of the events. Natalie even helped out with this one which made it even more great. I think that this was such an original idea for the blue team to think of. Overall, I really like Melissa J Morgan's books and hope to finish reading the series.
by Gianna I. in grade 7

In The Cards: Love Mariah Fredericks

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a 13 year old girl named Anna. She lives in an apartment and her neighbor is an elderly lady named Mrs. Rosemont. She passes away and leaves Anna a deck of tarot cards that you can ask a question and they will show you the future. Anna asks if she will be with Declan, a guy she likes. The cards say she will! At first Anna doesn\'t believe it, but when Declan starts paying more attention to her, Anna starts to wonder if the cards could be right! Anna also starts to wonder if she read the cards incorrectly when things start going wrong....]
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This is the first book in a three part series! The next two books are called In the cards: fame and In the cards: family. Each one is told by a different girls\' perspective in the group of 3 friends! I rated this book a five and would recommend it to a friend because it was a book that kept me on the edge of my seat in questions and it was a funny book!
by Lauren D. in grade 8

Chasing Normal by Lisa Papademetriou

Genre:realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a 12 year old girl named Mieka Baker who just wants to be normal. But for her, normal is kind of hard, being that her mom left her and her dad a few years ago. She also has to spend her summer in Texas with her sick and mean grandma who even calls her fat. As soon as Mieka meets her relatives for the first time, she knows that now more than ever she will have a hard time being normal.
Rank (0-5):5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was a good one. I rated this book a 5 because it was a good story about learning to except who you are and what you are in life. I would recommend this to a friend because it the story is based about a girl about my age! This book really made me think twice about what normal really is!
by Lauren in grade 8

Fireworks by Myracle, Mlynowski, Haft, Burnham

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is four short stories, all about teenage girls and their summer adventures. One tells the story of Wynn who goes to a summer creative writing program at a college by the beach. Another is about Megan on her eighteenth birthday, one is about Lindsey who spends the summer as a counselor with her little sister, and the last is about a girl who goes on a summer trip with her best friend to France.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved this book. Each of the stories was different, but they all left me wishing there was more to read about the characters. The stories were funny, but pretty realistic for the most part. I would definitely recommend this book to any teen girl because it\'s really good and a great book for summer!
by Haley D. in grade 11

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is about four friends who find a pair of jeans that magically fit them all even though they are different sizes. They are all best friends that go to different places for the summer. This book tells about what happens to the girls during the summer, some good things and some bad. They need to follow certain rules regarding the pants. They mail the pants to each other to stay connected with each other over the summer.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really enjoyed reading this book because it was interesting to learn about the friendship between these four girls. I liked reading about the different places the girls went over the summer and the experiences they had there. The book was realistic and kept me entertained while I was reading it.
By Claire S. in grade 6

TTYL by Lauren Myracle

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: TTYL is the story of 3 best friends - Maddie, Angela, and Zoe - and their friendship. The story revolves around their instant messages to each other. The IM chats tell the tale of what the 3 girls encountered in their teenage life, ranging from boys to flirty teachers to befriending the queen bee. When drama breaks one of the girls off, the two left try to connect her back before she\'s gone for good. Will the \"Winsome Threesome\" ever be again?
Rank (0-5): {___}
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really liked this book, because I could relate to the things that happened in this story. I also thought the IM format of this was really interesting, rather than just straight third person format. In this book, we are viewing each girl\'s perspective, and I like that. Also, the great detail in this story, though it\'s just IMs, is amazing, since usually we have to be at the scene to know what we are talking about. Though, I didn\'t like the excessive chatspeak in the book. Not all people use all chatspeak, some actually type it out. I also thought it would be cooler if she gave each character their own typing style, because sometimes you can tell people\'s personality by the way they type. Overall, I think this was a great book. :)
By Jackie L. in grade 7

The Princess Present by Meg Cabot

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Princess Mia spends her Christmas in Genovia every year with her Grandmother, and this year her best friend and boyfriend are staying over. The perfect Christmas. But her plans go wrong when her best friend\'s rebellious mind disrespects the Genovian royalty, and Mia also has to worry about finding a perfect gift for her boyfriend.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I like this series beacause the characters are realistic and you can
relate to them. Also, the uncommon things such as Mia being a princess is
interesting. It combines the fantasy of being a princess with the life of an average girl. Think this series is good for teens in middle school and high school, and I would recommend it.
By Jackie L. in grade 7

Party Princess by Meg Cabot

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: his book is a part of the Princess Diaries series, which is about a girl named Mia who is actually a princess of a small Europeon country. In this book, Mia deals with her school government being broke, due to her choice of buying high tech recycling bins. She needs to raise more than five thousand dollars soon before the senior graduation ceremony. Her grandmother thinks of a solution to raise money; a play in which she forces Mia to star in. Plus, she also tries to impress her boyfriend but then things start to get insecure. Will anything go right
for her?
Rank (0-5): {___}
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really liked this book because I like the format of the book. It\'s
written as if it were actually someone\'s diary, and it\'s easy to
understand. I usually take forever to read long books, but I find this book hard to put down. I would definately recommend this series.
By Jackie L. in grade 7

As Ever, Gordy by Mary Downing Hahn

Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: When Gordy moved away from College Hill to live with his grandmother, his life was happy. In North Carolina,he could start his life with a clean slate. But then, he learns he is moving back to College Hill, where people knew him as the trouble maker. Will he remain in his old trouble making ways or will he change for good?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is a sequel to Stepping on the Cracks, and I like that it\'s
> > from Gordy\'s perspective, rather than Margarets. People who read the first books should definitely read this, and people who didn't should start from the beginning of the series and then read this. Though this book was set about 50 years ago, I still found the book easy to relate to. This book was really interesting!
By Jackie L. in grade 7

The Tail of Emily Windsnap by Liz Kessler

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Emily who lives on a boat. She has never swam or totally been surrounded by water. Emily \'s mom fianaly let her take swimming lessons at school. On the first day of swim lessons, she jumps into the pool and she feels her legs turn to stone and starts screaming. That night she wants to know what happened to her so she jumps of the pier and again her legs turn to stone then she looks at her legs and discovers she has a tail and is a mermaid. Now what will happen ????!!????
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was excellent. I couldn't put it down. I like this book because Emily had to keep her secret yet she still had to take the swim lessons in front of other people. At night she had to sneak out and meet Shona, another mermaid .I can't wait to read the next, it is the 1st out of the series of 3. If you like fantasy books about mermaids then this would be at the top of your list.
By Julianne K. in grade 6

Summer Boys by Hailey Abbott

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book was about a group of teens who go to the same place every summer to see their friends, cousins, and families. This year, sisters Kelsi and Ella end up liking and dating the same guy, while Beth, a tomboy, is falling for her best guy friend who is dating another girl. Jamie gets to see her boyfriend for the first time since the last summer, but things don\'t turn out how any of them expect it to. Through their summer adventures, all of the girls learn a lot about themselves and have amazing summer vacation memories.
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really liked how this book was the stories of, like, five different girls at once. Each girl had a completely different story, but they were all really interesting to read about. I liked this book a lot- it\'s a good summer book to read, and I was able to read it really quickly. Everything that happened in it was completely realistic, which made me like it even more.
By Haley D. in grade 11

Falling in Like by Melissa J. Morgan

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a bunch of girls that all go to the same camp in the summer. This book is about 4 of the girls. They are living their lives separately because it\'s not camp season. One of them is Alyssa. She is an artist who is trying to put in a drawing in a literary magazine, but her art is censored. Another girl is named Tori. She likes a boy that is her dad\'s clients son. Her dad doesn\'t want her dating him, though! Another of the girls is named Valerie, \"Val\" for short. She is living with her stepmother and stepsister and dad while her mother is away. Both of the \"steps\" are snooty and stuck up! The last girl is named Priya. She is working on a science fair project to pull her grade up, but her partner is too obsessed with another girl to concentrate! She joins the smartest girl in the school\'s group, but then Leslie bails on her because she wants to spend time with Riley, a boy whose dad works in the food court! All of the girls have problems, but they work them out in the end!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is one of my favorite in the series! The series is called Camp Confidential. This is the 11th book in the series. I am rating this book a 5 because I can relate to a lot of the stuff in it, and that always makes the book a lot more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this book and series to my friends!
By Lauren D. in grade 8

Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: his book is about a girl named Julianna Baker and a guy named Bryce Loski. When Bryce moves in next door to Juli, she can\'t stay away from him because of his blue eyes. Bryce has the exact opposite feelings for Juli. He thinks she is a nuisance and annoying. That was when they were both 7. Now they are both in the eighth grade and both of their feelings they have for each other are still the same. When Juli learns that Bryce has been putting her family, her house and her mentally retarded uncle down, her feelings for him change, but it is then that Bryce realizes he likes Juli! Their feelings have flipped!!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I am rating this book a five because it was a great story full of anger, sadness, happiness and love. It is a book written in \"he-said she-said\" form, meaning that the story is told from Bryce\'s point of view, then Juli\'s point of view for each chapter. I liked that way of telling the story, because the characters\' feelings for each other became a lot more clear!
By Lauren D. in grade 8

Beastly by Alex King

Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: Beastly is basically the tale of a modern day Beauty and the Beast, coming from the Beast, Kyle Kingsbury\'s perspective. Kyle goes to fancy school, where he was extremely popular for both his attractive appearance and rich father. Being on the top of the high school food chain, Kyle tended to be shallow, snobby and even cruel. When student at school speaks up, Kyle\'s life is thrown into a tail spin as he realizes things aren\'t always what they seemed. He gets transformed into a beast, rejected by society, his father, and to Kyle, everyone who ever mattered in his life. The only way to get transformed back is to receive a kiss from the one he loves. But this only brings more issues, realizing his girlfriend, Sloan, is just a pretty face, he needs to find someone who cares. Kyle doubts someone could ever love him, because no one could ever love a beast.
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book has a lot of appeal, bringing the fairy tails you enjoyed as a child into the reality of today. The characters brought a lot to the story, and had great character arcs. One thing One thing that might have added to the story was bring the chat room featured in this book more into the story. Even though it helped Kyle come to a realization, it would have been nice if it were more developed. Overall the book was a great read and I would recommend it , especially to fans of the Twilight Saga by Stephanie Meyer
By Liz R. in grade 7

The Slightly True Story of Cedar B. Hartley by Martine Murray

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book was about a girl named Cedar B. Harley who\'s brother ran away from home and sends postcards to her from all over the country. She is a very knowledgeable 13 year old girl that has a extraordinary imagination.While she lives her unusual life she is also practicing to be a gymnast. Cedar learns many things from her mistakes and reaches her goals if she wants something tremendously.This book gives you a chance to learn from other peoples mistakes and has many important life lessons.
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is a great way to get problems off your mind.It demenstrates positive ways to deal with any problems you are having. I really encourage people to read this book cause many people can connect to the main character,Cedar.
By Brianna M. in grade 6

One good punch by Rich Wallace

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a guy who is the track captain at school, gets good grades, and is in his senior year. Everything is going great until is former friend joey does something that will change his life forever. Joey puts some drugs in his locker at school when the police are checking for drugs. From there everything goes downhill. If you want to know more read the book!
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I think this book is good because even though it is about sports girls can read it too. This book is good because it is very suspenseful. I would recomend this book to all of my friends.
By Mathew D. in grade 7

Spy Goddess: Live and Lets Shop by Michael P. Spradlin

Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: Spy Goddess is told from the point of view of Rachel Buchnnan. When she is caught joyriding (sort of), she has a choice-Go to
juvie, or a year in a boarding school in Pennsylvania. she takes
the school, but starts to regret it as her life there gets as
wierd as the classes. just as she is starting to enjoy the
routine, things get weirder. Like, the headmaster, Mr. Kim,
disapears after the FBI show up at school, Mr. Kim has a secret hi
tech room under his office, theres a top floor thats an absolute
secret, and Rachel and her new friends have to save a book that
might be the key to saving the world.
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was good because there is lots of action, mystery, and other stuff that teens can relate to. It had a good plot, but unfortunately i had already read the second
book, therefore, not much of it was surprising
By Amanda J. in grade 8

Gathering Blue by Lois Lowry

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Kira, an orphan girl, has an amazing talent for weaving. This talent is the only thing that is keeping her alive. In the end Kira finds someone she thought she would never see in her lifetime.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book has alot of detail and very good description. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves to keep themselves on the edge of their seats at all times.
By Sarah S. in grade 6

Spot, the Frog by Mark Heath

Genre: Graphic Novel/ Manga
Book Summary: First thing is that Spot goes to Karl's house (Karl's a human, not a frog) asking to rent Karl's fishtank. Then that starts the whole story. This book is about a frog, Spot that, as I said, meets Karl and then it's a great funny comic book.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really liked this book because it's funny and is great for any age. This book has 128 pages with funny comics. Mark Heath, the author, wrote this novel and I would like to get another of his. I recommend this book to people with a humorous personality and likes comic books. I liked this book and i hope others will too.
By Gavin B. in grade 6

The Doll Peopleby Ann M. Martin and Laura Godwin

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: It's about a doll named Annabelle who never stepped foot out of her doll house. Then one day she wanted to search for Auntie Sara. She did this because she found Sara's journal. Then the fun crafts came. Annabelle loved her new friend Tiffany, however, she was convinced in finding Auntie Sara.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was really exciting. Everytime i put my bookmark in i could not stop reading, though i gave in at 4 because it had a lot of pictures so I could not visualize all that well. The funny thing is that even though they are dolls I had a lot to connect to. i am really glad there is a second book becuase I will deffinetly be reading that over the summer too.
By Abigail Z. in grade 7

Can You Get an F in Lunch? by Nancy Krulik

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: It's about this girl, Jenny, who is starting middle school, and her bestfriend, Addie, is ignoring her. She does everyhting to get her friend back until she has enough with the mean things Addie is saying behind her back. Will they ever be friends again?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was a great book. There are so many times in the book where you just can't put it down. There is so much vivid detail that you can picture things perfectly. The thing that i found interesting is that the middle scholl in the book and the middle school i go to are very similar. I would recommend this book.
By Abigail Z. in grade 7

Vampire Knight (Book 2) by Matsuri Hino

Genre: graphic Novel/ Manga
Book Summary: This book is the sequel to Vampire Knights ( book 1). It's about Yuki Cross and Zero Kiryu. Zero has been fighting his vampire instincts. But what will Yuki do when she is told to come to the Night Class dorm if she wants some answers to a question?
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would really recommend this book to a friend. It's every bit as good as the first novel, if not better! It shows the same stuff that the first novel did. It shows both sides of a character and it also has a lot of vampires. It has a different and difficult to predict story line. I still think both books are worth reading.
By Elizabeth R. in grade 7

Bluefingers- A Ninja's Tale by Cheryl Aylward Whitesel

Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a young boy named Koji. He wanders into the woods one day and is kidnapped by a ninja! Koji must now learn to become one of them, but all Koji wants to do is to go home. Which path will Koji take? Will he ever get to go home?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book to a friend if they were interested in ancient Japan. This book is good because internal sstruggle defines the story while Koji goes through ninja camp. I like it because the author paints clear pictures in your mind as she tells what's going on. I would recommend this book to a friend but it it's a really boyish book I think.
By Elizabeth R. in grade 7

Time of the Twins(part 1) by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a man named Caramon and a kender boy named Tas. The evil wizard Raistlin wants to become a god. Caramon and Tas set out to stop him and to rescue the clerik lady, who has fallin in love with Raistlin.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: Although this book is ok i would not recomend this book to a friend. It was really long and I thought that the author put in too much detail. Instead I think she should have put less detail and more action. This book was also very hard to finish. it seemed a little bit dry and boring. that's why I would not recomend this book to a friend.
Name Elizabeth R. in grade 7

Warriors: Twilight by Erin Hunter

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about four clans of cats. They recently moved into a new territory but that brings trouble for the cats. Dangers that they never dreamed of lurk in the shadows. Wind Clan, who they made many sacrifices to help, are acting hostile. With a threatening prophecy hovering over them as well, what will the clan do?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book to a friend if they had read the books before this book because it shows you the way that cats view things. This book is also good because it is action-packed. It makes you feel like you are there with the main character. Some books in the series are better than others though. I think that this book was pretty good.
By Elizabeth R. in grade 7

Vampire Knight (Book 1) by Matsuri Hino

Genre: Graphic Novel/Manga
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Yuki. She cannot remember anything until she is five. Her first memory is of being attacked by a vampire. She was saved and brought to a school for vampires and humans. She keeps peace at the school with a boy named Zero. But Zero has a secret that he is not telling her. He is a vampire too.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book to a friend for several reasons. First, it really shows you both sides of a character. Second, if you like vampires, this book is full of them. The book definitely has a very different story line to it. Lastly, it is very hard to tell what will happen next in the story. I think that this book is really worth reading.
By Elizabeth R. in grade 7

Runaway Jury by John Grisham

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Runaway Jury is a fast-paced court novel. It is about a civil court trial between the tobacco industry and a widow of a heavy smoker. The book goes more in-depth into jury selection and what lengths the jury-advisors will go to get their verdict out of the jury.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was excellent! The story had a mix of everything; including action, mystery, and romance. There was also much suspense, like when the verdict was about to be given. Although the novel is a law book, it is quite easy to understand. You don't have to be a law major to easily comprehend the book. The characters had distinct and fully developed personalities. The main character Nick's personality is mysterious yet Judge Harkin's personality is authoritive.
By Rohith V. in grade 8

Puddle Jumpers by Mark Jean and Christopher C. Carlson

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Ernie Banks is an orphan. He is one step away from going to the Youth Authority, so he is sent to work on a farm as his last chance. When he arrives a neighbor tells him about the quilt baby. A baby was kidnapped from the farm without a trace except for his favorite quilt, which was found by a puddle. Ernie and Joey, the ideal tomboy, stumble onto something they didn't expect; the puddle jumpers. Ernie finds out that he must save their kingdom.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The book was amazing. Mark Jean and Christopher C. Carlson did a fabulous job writing the book. At first the book seems like a mystery, but then it switches gears into an adventure novel. At the end I was in awe. I won't tell you why because you just have to read it. All the characters are very interesting and all the people fit into the story perfectly.
By Elizabeth C. in grade 6

Wicked by Gregory Maguire

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Wicked is about the Wicked Witch of the West. It tells about her life as a child, her years at Shiz, and her life from age seventeen on. This book basically describes all of the events that caused her to become wicked and how she got her name as Wicked Witch of the West.
Rank (0-5): 5
My review of this book: I found it very interesting and fascinating to follow the life of the witch. The only reason why I would not recommend this book to a friend is because this book has a very developed vocabulary. This makes it hard to understand sometimes. Otherwise, it is an amazing book, and differed greatly from the play.
By Charlotte C. in grade 9

Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko

Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: Moose Flannigan is a 12 year-old boy who lives on Alcatraz Island, home to convicts in jail such as Al Capone. Moose makes friends with the Warden\'s daughter Piper who comes up with crazy plans evolving the convicts. In this book, Moose must figure out how to continue to make time to play baseball with his new friend Scout and please his mom by continuing to look after is sister Natalie. Everyone is counting on him to do a good job but can he do it when he still misses his old home in San Francisco. But can he do it or will he crash and burn?
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I think this book was a good novel. Some parts were a little strange but i think that overall, the book was good. My friend lent me this book and I read it in 3 days bacause the chapters are so short that you keep want to read more and more. I would recommend this book to anyone but I think they should keep and open mind while reading it.
By Samantha M. in grade 7

The Market by J. M. Steele

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Kate Winthrop is a normal girl until she gets invited to Gretchen Tanner\'s (the most popular girl in school) party. The party goes horrible. When Kate gets home she finds out about the Market, which ranks senior girls from 1-141. Kate is rated a seventy-one. She\'s crushed so her and her friends decide to try and beat the market. The completely make-over Kate. Everything is going well until Kate loses her best friend, her first potential love interest, and worse herself. She must try to fix things before she graduates from high school and goes off to Brown.
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very good. The basic idea of the book, making the senior girls stocks and trying to get the most money by the end of senior year to get a cash prize, was extremely interesting. This book kept me wanting to keep reading more as it progressed. Kate, the main character, represented most girls wants for popularity and this made the book even better. This also made this book more relatable for more. I would definatly recommend this book for anyone wanting to see the struggle of one with popularity, with friends, and finding themselves.
By Ashley S. in grade 8

Tending Lives: Nurses on the Medical Front by Echo Heron

Genre: Non-fiction
Book Summary: Tending Lives is collaborated by Echo Heron, the author of two medical novels, (Mercy and Pulse), Intensive Care, and Condition Critical. Echo and many other nurses, (and two paramedics), shared their interesting stories or overviews about the job. They describe the miraculous recoveries, tragic deaths, funny incidents, established relationships, and struggle under the never understanding and always looking for the money and not the people administration.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Most teens probably wouldn\'t want to read this book, but it\'s great. Even if you\'re not into the medical stuff, it also make a wonderful novel-like book. I describe it this way because it just totally captured my attention, but everyone\'s like \"why would you read THAT?\"
By Amanda J. in grade 8

Dance with a Vampire by Ellen Schreider

Genre: Fantasy, Horror, Romance
Book Summary: Dance with a Vampire is the fourth and final book in the Vampire Kisses series. It circles around Raven and Alexander, a gothic couple (and Alexander being a \"vegetarian\" vampire), who have been fighting of Vampires in their town. they think they are done when they drive out Luna and Jagger, only to meet their little brother. The little sibling means no harm, only trying to find his brother and sister, but ends up causing real trouble. Although the town, (and Raven\'s brother Billy), are safe, Raven ends up not knowing where her loyalyies lie, the trust that breaks an immortal tie.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was an okay book, but not a great conclusion for the series. It\'s a cliffhanger- it should keep going!
By Amanda J. in grade 8

Vampireville by Ellen Schreider

Genre: Fantasy, Horror, Romance
Book Summary: Vampireville is the third book in the Vampire Kisses series. It is told from the point of view of Raven, a gothic female teen, who dates a \"vegetarian\" vampire, protects her \"dullsville\" town from vampires, and wishes to be a vampire herself. In this book, Raven and Alexander Sterling (her love), have to defeat Jagger and Luna, two sibling bent on revenge on the Sterlings. The main person they are protecting is actually Raven\'s long time nemesis, Trevor, who is seemingly infatuated with Luna. But both Trevor and Luna are really playing for someone else...
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was good, and could be great, if not overshadowed. The series is so similar to the Twilight saga by Stephenie Meyer, so it can not be helped but for the two to be prepared. The Vampire Kisses has a similar plot, but can not measure up to Twilight, therefore not seeming as good.
By Amanda J. in grade 8

Girl Talk by Megan Stine

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about two 14 year old twins named Chloe and Riley Carlson. They usually get along great, but lately, Chloe has taken Riley\'s new shirt, forgotten to give her Riley phone messages, and asked her to be her partner on the debate team. Then she partners up with someone else instead, leaving Riley with no one! Riley doesn\'t know why Chloe is acting this way. The truth is, Chloe has been too caught up in her own problems: getting her mom\'s model to stay with the modeling business. In the end, they learn that it\'s best to talk to each other and sort it out!
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was pretty good! This is part of a series called So Little Time. This is the 7th book in the series. I am rating it a 4 because it was better than a normal good book, but some of the other books in the series I have liked better.I liked this book because it explains what a day in the life of having a twin my age would be like! I definitely recommend the series to all teenage girls!
By Lauren D. in grade 8

Sealed with a Diss by Lisi Harrison

Genre:realistic fiction
Book Summary: Five girls (Kristen, Alicia, Massie, Dylan, and Claire) are all part of the same clique at their all-girls school, the Pretty Committee. They\'ve recently won a secret room in a bomb shelter of their school, where they can watch a secret camera hidden at the guys\' school. To secure their possession of the room, they all have to find dates and get a certain guy to be Skye Hamilton (alpha 8th grader)\'s date to a costume party. In this really funny book, the girls experience a lot of problems trying to get dates, and realize that maybe worrying about guys isn\'t the best thing for their reputations.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved this book because it was funny and easy to relate to. Each book in this series has a completely different plot to it, which makes it really fun and interesting to read. I would definitely recommend this book to any teen!!
By Haley D. in grade 11

Bratfest at Tiffany's by Lisi Harrison

Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: This book is part of a series called \"the clique\". In this book, the boys are starting to take over the clique\'s school, OCD. Because of this, Massie, the school\'s alpha, is beginning to lose popularity. Her and her friends come up with plans to regain the envy of all their classmates, like it was before the boys moved into their all-girls school. The girls are on a boyfast, where they\'re not allowed to show interest in guys, which just makes more problems, especially where all five girls have some kind of connection to guys that needs to end.
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