Breathe by Penni Russon

Breathe by Penni Russon

Summary: A sequel to Undine, Breathe continues the story of 16 year old Undine who discovers her magical gift of controlling the elements. Throughout the story Trout reaches "manhood" as he goes to parties and walks alone at night. Later he meets a girl and they both try to find Undine to solve their theory of chaos. Undine, meanwhile goes to Greece with her family and learns the connection between her parents. In the end she finally discovers whether she should let the magic grow or hide it forever.

Genre: fantasy

Rank:3/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: This book is recommended to people who enjoy the aftermath of magic. Magic here is very powerful in people and in them forever. This book is good for people who try and understand magic scientifically. This book is a 3 because it didnt have many details or explain some things. Also the ending was very unclear.

Reviewed by Anna S. in grade 10

Blue Moon by Alyson Noel

Blue Moon by Alyson Noel

Summary: A sequel to Evermore, here Ever is learning more and more about her immortal powers. Finally she feels that she has all she ever wanted; but as Damean but once he starts getting mysteriously sick she wonders if the new kid, Roman, is causing it. When everyone, including Damean turn against her, Ever decides to take action. She goes to find Ava and goes to Summerland in order to save everyone. Once Ever finds out that she can go back in time she has to decide who to save, her family or Damean.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: This book is just as good as the first! This tells a great love story This tells a great love story with alot of sudden twists and turns. Blue Moon is really a page turner and I would recommend this book to those who enjoy love and magic. Also Twilight fans would love it! This is 5 stars because Alyson Noel once again wrote a great story. It has great originality and description!

Reviewed by Anna S. in grade 10

Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident by Eoin Colfer

Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident by Eoin Colfer

Summary: In the sequel, Artemis may have found his father. Meanwhile, the LEPRecon team works to eliminate the triad. Now Artemis must work with his enemy, Captain Holly Short, to take down the triad. He also has to find his father. What will happen?!

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone. I know a lot of people who also who have read and loved this story. I rated this book a 5 because it had great dialogue, the characters were well described and it always kept me reading. Every chapter ended with a cliff hanger, especially the end of the book. It had everything you could ever want in a book!

Reviewed by Dallas S. in grade 7

My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison

My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison

Summary: Savannah just got dumped by her perfect boyfriend for her sister. Wishing her life was bettera fair godmother grants Savannah 3 wishes. She gets stuck in the Middle Ages and it's up to her and unlikely hottie to get her back home.

Genre: fantasy, humor

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to all who like fantasy. I would recommend this book to grades 6 and up. I love the new spins on this classic tale. I could really relate to the characters. This book was a great way for you to relate to the medeval times. I wish there was even more to this book. This book kept me hooked!

Reviewed by Lizzie C. in grade 7

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

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

Summary: This is the last of the seven part series. Harry, Ron and Hermione don't attend their final year at Hogwarts. Instead, they set out on a quest to try and destroy Valdemort. They face many dangerous and magical blocks that prolongs the success or failure of their quest.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this to any fantasy lover but strongly suggest they read the other ones in the series first. Parts are slow and the beginning is not full of action. But the ending is very exciting and some what confusing. But after discussing it with others who had read the book it all became clear. It is a thrilling tale that everyone should read.

Reviewed by Charlotte C. in grade 10

Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket

A Series of Unfortunate Events: Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket

Summary: This book was very mysterious and treacherous yet adventurous story. The author did a phenomenal job writing this book. it's about 3 children, Violet, Klaus and Sunny. Unfortunately, their parents perished in a fire. Join them on the beginning of their journey of avoiding their villainous Uncle, Olaf.

Genre: mystery, fantasy

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend because this book is one that I believe anyone would enjoy. They would really enjoy this book if they enjoyed fantasy, adventure or mysteries. The reason for my ranking is, I couldn't put this book down as soon as i started reading it. This is a phenomenal book that everyone should read.

Reviewed by Nicolletta D. in grade 6

New Moon by Stephanie Meyer

New Moon by Stephanie Meyer

Summary: In this book Bella starts becoming close with Jacob Black after Edward mysteriously leaves her. When Bella becomes desperate to try dangerous things she asks Jacob to help her learn how to ride a motorcycle. Bella and Jacob slowly get closer and closer while Bella believes that Edward no longer loves her. When Edward returns with shatering news Bella learns that she has very hard decisions to make.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend because it has action in it. This book is full of adventure. This book also has some parts in it that were hard for me to fully understand and follow. I rated this book a 4 because it is not always on topic. I thinkn it could have had more detail too, but that's just me.

Reviewed by Daniel C. in grade 8

My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison

My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison

Summary: This great book is about a girl named Savannah Delano. After her boyfriend dumps her for her older sister, a "fair" godmother, Chrissy Everstar, shows up to grant her 3 wishes. Little does Savannah know that Chrissy mixes up her wish for a prom date. Savannah is sent back to the Middle Ages instead. Once as Cinderella, once as Snow White and once to save a boy named Tristan. They have to fight trolls, dragons and the Black Knight to get back to modern times together.

Genre: fantasy, humor

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book because it was cleverly written. I love all the witiness. I rated it a 5 because it was very funny! Also, it turned out to be a lot more adventurous than I thought it was going to be! Also, the fling between Savannah and tristan is so cute! This is definitely one of Janette Rallison's best stories!

Reviewed by Lauren D. in grade 9

Twilight by Stephanie Meyer

Twilight by Stephanie Meyer

Summary: In the beginning of this book Bella moves to Forks, Washington to live with her Dad. Bella then falls in love with a vampire named Edward. She wants to be with him forever but when trouble hits Forks will her true love stay with her or will all be lost?

Genre: fantasy, romance

Rank: 4 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend because it was full of action. it is also very suspensful. I rated this book a 4 because at some points it was not easy to read. The book was a lot of fun and I loved the romance. I'm a huge romantic so I thought the story was magical!

Reviewed by Daniel C. in grade 8

Shadowland by Meg Cabot

Shadowland by Meg Cabot

Summary: This book is about a 16 year old girl named, Susannah Simon. She is a mediator, meaning she sees dead people. They won't leave her alone until she helps them with their unfinished business with the living. jesse, the cute ghost in her bedroom, doesn't seem to need her help. This is good for Suze because she just moved toi CA and had has a chance to start over. But at school, there's a ghost with revenge on the brain.

Genre: fantasy, humor

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend because it was very exciting! Once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. I rated it a 5 beacuse the plot was great! It kept me on the edge of my seat, wondering what would happen next. This is the first book in the "Mediator" series. I can't wait to read the rest of the books in the series.

Reviewed by Lauren D. in 9th grade

Spells and Sleeping Bags by Sarah Mlynowski

Spells and Sleeping Bags by Sarah Mlynowski

Summary: This book is about a 14 year old girl named Rachael. Her mother and sister are both witches. in this book, Rachael becomes a witch too! She is at a summer camp with her sisiter and crush, Raf. Rachael's powers are out of control! She even accidentally zaps away all of her clothes. What she doesn't know is there is a backstabber in her cabin who is up to no good.

Genre: fantasy, humor

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend because it was funny and exciting! Also, I love all of the silly spells and characters. I rated this book a 5 because it was witty! i couldn't put it down! This is the third book in the "Magic in Manhattan" series. i can't wait to read the next book in the series, "Parties and Potions."

Reviewed by Lauren D. in 9th grade

Untamed by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Untamed by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Summary: This book is a great book because when you think something is going to happen someone turns around and the whole scene changes. Like when Kalana arrives and Neferferet knows or when Shekina (the worlds high priestess) arrives and goes against Zoey. Or when Zoey's friends say they will never leave her and then they go against her. So over all the book is full of surprises that you will never expect.

Genre: vampire, fantasy

Rank: 4 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend because most of my friends are like me and love to be surprised. With this book you'll never guess what happens next. So if you anyone loves to be surprised by anything than you should probably read this book.

Reviewed by Taylor M. in 7th grade

Cirque du Freak by Darren Shane

Cirque du Freak by Darren Shane

Summary: Darren is about to fight Steve Leopard to the death. If Darren wins, he becomes the lord of shadows and will destroy the world. If Darren loses, then he will die and his soul will be cast into the lake of souls. The lake of souls is where souls linger between paradise and hell.

Genre: fantasy, horror
Rank: 4/5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: This is an amazing book full of twists and turns. The book is very fast-paced and I think anyone would like it. The reason I rated this book a four out of five is because the ending was a little confusing. Overall, this book is great and I shall continue to read the Demonata series!


Reviewed by Peter M. in grade 7

Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow by Jessica Day Goorge

Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow by Jessica Day Goorge

Summary: When a great white bear offers great riches to a woodcutters daughter, she accepts without knowing what she is getting herself into. The lass is beckoned to an ice palace. Even though she lives the life of luxury, she feel like a prisoner. All of a sudden, servants start disappearing. The girl sets out to find the truth and battle at a castle east of the moon and west of the sun to find the man she loves.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes
Review: I loved this book because it was a great take on a classic fairy tale. If you know the tale east of the moon west of the sun like I do, you could really appreciate this story. I loved this book because you could relate to the characters. I recommend this book to people in grades six and up, because sometimes it gets confusing. I recommend this to all who love a good dose of love and sweetness.

Reviewed by Lizzie C. in grade 7

Jinx by Meg Cabot

Jinx by Meg Cabot

Summary: A "stalker" drives Jean "Jinx" to her cousin's house in NYC from the country. There she learns that her cousin Tory has changed-she does drugs, drinks, and even thinks she is a witch. Jinx becomes close friends with the guy that Tory likes, so Tory tries to use her "powers" to scare Jinx off. However, this does not work because Jinx (the actual witch) puts a binding spell on Tory. This leads to severe jealousy, during which Tory tries to embarass Jinx and make her not fit in. Eventually Jean learns to embrace her magic, leading to a happy ending.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: Jinx is an interesting story full of regular teen things as well as magic. That fact makes this a diverse book. Usually, for an interesting plot, there is good and evil. In Jinx, the evil character turns good, but only temporarily. Meg Cabot makes this book fun to read by leading you in one direction and then spinning you in another.

Reviewed by Anique B. in grade 8

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling

Summary: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is a story of a boy who learns that he is a wizard on his 11th birthday. The tale follows Harry as he attends his first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Along the way, he makes friends and deals with being a "celebrity" due to an event he cannot even remember. The story encompasses his and his friends' journey to acclimate to the school, and eventually he thwarts the evil wizards seeking the Sorcerer's stone. This is the first of the famous seven-part series.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4.5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes
Review: I would recommend this book because it is part of a wonderfully enticing series. The plot emcompasses good versus evil, the progression of a friendship, fantasy, and a sense of "realism." I love this series because it shows that magic is not just about using wands and spells to solve problems, it is about friends, family, and helping. I rated this a 4.5 becasue I love the series and absolutely recommend reading it. Although this is not my favorite book in the series, it is definitely a book to read...and then a good movie to watch!

Reviewed by Janelle M. in grade 9

The Prophet of Yonwood by Jeanne DuPrau

The Prophet by Jeanne DuPrau

Summary: Nickie is headed to Yonwood with her aunt and sets three goals for herself. One: Keep Greenhaven, her great- grandfathers house that she adores. Two: To fall in love. Three: to do something helpful for the world, which is in crisis. Through her travels, she does some good and some bad, but who can define her small actions a "good" or "bad"? Althea Tower - Yonwood's prophet for having a vision- has a speaker, who interprets Althea's mumbles as directions from God. Nickie finds some interesting things in the house while cleaning it to put it on the market. What will she find and what will happen next?!

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I gave this book a 4 because it has awkward characters who are easily relatable. This book's unique and interesting plot is so much fun to read. The vocabulary is easily readable, with new words thrown in here and there. I would recommend this book to a friend. I would do this because I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and was captured even at the end.

Reviewed by Anique B. in 8th grade

The Diamond of Darkhold by Jeanne DuPrau

The Diamond of Darkhold by Jeanne DuPrau

Summary: Lina and Doon find a need to help their city of Sparks through the winter. Plus a roamer who stops by the city possesses a book that says "For the people of Ember!" Doon has a feeling that the instructions in what is left of the book can help them find what their city needs. So they embark on a journey heading back to their old city. The secret to the city resides in a supply of diamonds in Darkhold.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4.5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: This book was given a 4.5 because it has a good ending. Also, I have gotten to know all of the characters very well throughout the series. I enjoyed reading this, it was a guess at the future. I would recommend this book to everyone because you can read it even if you haven't read the other books (although it helps). All loose ends are tied tightly and the plot is well-developed. I also enjoyed the cast of characters, each with their own vibrant personality.

Reviewed by Anique B. in grade 8

Avalon High: Coronation by Meg Cabot

Avalon High: Coronation by Meg Cabot

Summary: This book contained very suspenseful chapters. Author Meg Cabot combines an average girls' life and the life of a princess in the Avalon High series. In this book, the protagonist keeps having different dreams. These dreams are sometimes about her day, and some even predict what will occur the next day. The source of these dreams is mysterious and the protagonist investigates further.

Genre: fantasy, graphic novel

Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes
Review: This book was an amazing read. I would definitely recommend this book to a friend because all the suspense, action, and fantasy in this book makes you want to read it over and over again. This was one of the main reasons why I chose to rank this book a 5. You never want to stop reading this book, and since it's a graphic novel, it is an easy read. I think that anyone who reads this book will enjoy it.

Reviewed by Nicolletta D. in grade 6

The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Summary: Zues' master lightning bolt has been stolen and war is about to break out between the gods of Mount Olympus. Follow Percy Jackson, a not-so-normal teen, in his mission to return Zues' bolt and prevent war from occurring. His adventure includes mosters and gods, friends and foes, and even mythical creatures. It will keep you wanting more.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? no

Review: This was an interesting story with a somewhat predictable plot. If it was not on the summer reading list I would not have read it at all. It is fantasy to the extreme. It includes Greek gods in the modern world, but their old ways of interfering with humans has not changed at all. I would recommend this book to a a small group who like Greek myths because this book is filled with myths. But in general, I would not recommend this book because it is predictable and uninteresting when there is no action.

Reviewed by Charlotte C. in grade 10

Artemis Fowl:The Lost Colony by Eoin Colfer

Artemis Fowl:The Lost Colony by Eoin Colfer

Summary: Artemis Fowl: The Lost Colony is about Artemis Fowl and his human and fairy comrades caught up in another adventure. This time they have to help save a species. And if something goes wrong, they can be trapped in Limbo forever. Also, they encounter more humans curious about fairies and their existence. Artemis and his friends are part of an adventure that has more danger than ever before.

Genre: fantasy, science fiction

Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend. It is the perfect balance of action, adventure, science fiction, and fantasy. The story will pull you right in. The characters have depth and you really experience their personalities. I gave it the rank of 5 because it had all aspects of a story perfectly fit together for an adventure book!


Reviewed by Brian W. in grade 7

Evermore by Alyson Noel

Evermore by Alyson Noel

Summary: After losing her family in a fatal car crash, 16 year old Ever receives strange powers such as telepathy, seeing people's auras, and knowing a person's entire past through only one touch. Shamed by these powers, she tries to hide them and becomes an outcast in school. One day, a new boy comes to school and becomes interested in Ever. Soon he shows up everywhere she goes and appears to possess some mysterious powers. After falling for him, Ever discovers that there is a meaning to her powers and a connection between them and the new boy.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to people who like magic with a little mystery added in. It would also be great for Twilight fans because it has a similar topic and a similar plot involving magic. This book is a 4 because even though it is a very interesting plot with many surprising twists, Alyson Noel seemed to take heavy inspiration from Stephanie Meyer's Twilight. If it was more original, I would have ranked it higher.

Reviewed by Anna S. in grade 10

Hunted by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Hunted by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Summary: Zoey has her friends back and potentially a boyfriend. But that's the least of her problems.Neferet has unleashed an impenetrable evil. But will any believe her when evil has the face of an angel? Zoey and her friends are back on the action and dangerous twists of the fifth House of Night novel.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to all people who like fantasy with a realistic twist. This book had lots of twists and kept me hooked. Hunted should only be read if you have read marked, Betrayed, Chosen and Untamed. Hunted was a great vampire story. Zoey's life is full of mess ups and heart, that's what makes this book so relatable. I would recommend this book to grades 6 and up. Hunted will keep you hooked until the very end.

Reviewed by Lizzie C. in 7th grade

Untamed by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Untamed by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Summary: In just a few days Zoey Redbird has gone from having three boyfriends to none, and from having a close group of friends to becoming an outcast. Of the two friends Zoey has left, one is undead and the other is unmarked. And worst of all Neferet has declared war on all humans, which Zoey knows is wrong. But will anyone listen to her when evil looks like good? Zoey's adventures take a dangerous turn in the fourth House of Night novel.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book only if you have read Marked, Betrayed and then Chosen. This book was exciting and has lots of twists. This book is for grades 6 and up. This book was an amazing heart breaker. I would recommend this book to people who like fantasy with a realistic twist. This has kept me hooked. Untamed will keep you reading until the very end.

Reviewed by Lizzie C. in 7th grade

Chosen by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Chosen by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Summary: Zoey Redbird's adventures at the House of Night take a mysterious turn. Enemies turn into friends and friends turn into enemies. Zoey's best friend, Stevie Rae, is undead. Stevie Rae is loosing her humanity, but everything they do has to be kept a secret. Zoey now has three boyfriends. Then vampires start turning up dead. Now it's up to Zoey and her friends to find out that things are not always what they seem. Chosen is the third book in the House of Night series.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I liked this book because it was exciting. I would only recommend this book of you have read Marked and then Betrayed. I would recommend this book to grades 6 and up. This book was a great spin on vampires. If you liked Twilight you might like this book. Chosen has more action than Twilight. This book kept me hooked until the very end. I could relate to Zoey and her friends. I would recommend this book to people who like fantasy with a realistic twist.

Reviewed by Lizzie C. in 7th grade

The Becoming by Lynne Ewing

The Becoming by Lynne Ewing

Summary: After recently finding out Tianna was a goddess, life is almost perfect. Tianna has good friends, a boyfriend and a loving foster home. But suddenly, life takes a turn. Her two enemies, Justin and Mason, the ones who killed her family, appear. But they claim to be apologizing because they didn't know she was the "becoming." Tianna doesn't understand but soon realizes something evil has awakened inside her.

Genre: fantasy

Rank:5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I rated this book a 5 because it was spectacular. All the characters are creative and unusual. I always love books that suprise me. I can't wait to read the last book in the Daughters of the Moon series. Lynne Ewing is a wonderful author.

Reviewed by Kyra O. in 6th grade

Ninth Grade Slays by Heather Brewer

Ninth Grade Slays by Heather Brewer

Summary: Vladimir Tod continues to live his secret identity as a student at Bathory High, but underneath this mask, Vlad is a vampire. Vlad learns more about the vampire world from his former teacher/ Uncle Otis. Henry, Vlad's best friend, has a cousin, Joss, who's moving to town. But Vlad soon discovers that Joss could be a threat to his life.

Genre: Science fiction/ fantasy

Rank: 5 out of 5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would rate this book as a 5 because it is a great book. It's exciting and has a lot of action. It's interesting to read because the vampire world is so diverse compared to the human world. When I read this book I felt like I was a vampire in this world. This is even better than the first book in the series!

Reviewed by Kyra O. in 6th grade

The Two Princesses of Bamarre by Gail Carson Levine

The Two Princesses of Bamare by Gail Carson Levine

Summary: This book is about two princesses that live in Bamarre. There is one brave one and one cowardly one. The brave princess gets sick with the dark death, so it is up to the cowardly one to find the cure. She finds the cure, which is the fairy's waterfall, yet she is too late to save her sister. Fortunately, instead of dying, the fairies turn the brave sister into a fairy. Even though the cowardly sister could not save her sibling, she gained courage during her epic quest.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book because it is the kind of book that you can fall in love with instantly. It's also the type of book that makes you never want to stop reading because you are so engrossed. Gail Carson Levine is one of my favorite authors. She has written a lot of other fantasy books as well. These titles include Ella Enchanted and Fairest. This truly was a great books, and I am certain that other people will enjoy it.

Reviewed by Angelina P. in grade 7

The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau

The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau

Summary: Lina, Doon, and all other citizens of Ember live, unknowingly, underground. For hundres of years, the citizens have had stockrooms full of everything they had ever needed. Now, items have run out, or are running low, and people are scared. Then, the floodlights, and all lights that allow people to work (all of which are run by the failing generator), go out. Thankfully, they come back on, and Lina and all citizens realize that trouble is on the horizon. Lina finds instructions, but since her baby sister Poppy got to them first, she has to decode them. After much time spend decoding, Lina and Doon follow the instructions and end up above ground. They send instructions and a note back through a hole in the ground, hoping that everyone can make it before the lights go out forever.
Genre: fantasy

Rank: 3.5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I gave this book at 3.5 because it has an interesting plot. Also, when you start reading this book, it pulls you in and you end up dying to know what happens next. The City of Ember is written descriptively and is generally fun to read. For people who like to read, the story continues in three more great books. The characters are easy to relate to, and therefore I would recommend it to my friends.

Reviewed by Anique B. in grade 8

Fairest by Gail Carson Levine

Fairest by Gail Carson Levine

Summary: This book is about a girl who is ugly and wants to be pretty. She gets invited to the King's wedding. A couple of days after the wedding, the queen makes the girl into her lady-in-waiting. The queen is beautiful but there is a secret behind her beauty. A magic mirror exists that has potions to make you pretty. The girl breaks the mirror, resulting in consequences and a surprise ending.

Genre: Fantasy

Rank: 5/5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: This book has action, fantasy, and romance. This book was really good. I love Gail Carson Levine books. She has other books similar to this one if you enjoy reading fantasy books. I loved this book right away, I got drawn right into the book and never wanted to stop reading.

Reviewed by Angelina P. in grade 7

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling

Summary: In the beginning Harry spends his summer with the Weasleys and then returns to Hogwarts for his sixth year of school. At school a new teacher teaches potions and Snape is given a new subject to teach. In Potions class, Harry gets some tips from the secretive Half-Blood Prince. He learns some new spells and also becomes a potions "master" thanks to the Prince. Then at the very end comes an unexpected and tragic death.

Genre: fantasy
Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book because it is suspenseful and intriguing. Also it has a complex yet understandable plot. If you read the Harry Potter series it will give you important clues about certain characters. The reason I chose to rank this book a five is becasue it is very detailed and well-written. Overall, this book is very good and interesting.

Reviewed by Alexander S. in grade 6

Betrayed by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Betrayed by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Summary: Fledgling vampire Zoey Redbird has jsut settled down in the House of Night. She has even been chosen as the leader of the Dark Daughters and has two boyfriends. Then death strikes Zoey's old human friends, along with in the House of Night. Zoey must channel her powers to face a betrayal that might break her heart. Betrayed is the second book in the House of Night series.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5/5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes
Review: I would recommend this book for all people who like fantasy with a realistic twist. This book had action, romance, and even made me cry. I would recommend this book only if you have read Marked. This book is for grades six and up because of some mild language. This book is a little bit like Twilight but is not a spin off of it. I loved this book and the series. I would highly recommend it.

Reviewed by Lizzie C. in grade 7

Marked by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Marked by P.C. and Kristen Cast

Summary: Zoey is just an average 16 year old girl until she gets marked. Zoey now has to go to the House of Night, full of vampires and fledglings. She must now discover the mysteries of the House of Night, along with her own special powers. Along the way, Zoey makes many friends and enemies. You will be intrigued by this series and its ability to keep you hooked.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I loved this book because it was very exciting and kept me hooked. I would recommend this book to teens in sixth grade and up because there is some inappropriate language. This book may seem like a spin-off of Twilight but it is not. The vampires in this book are very well characterized. I could relate to all of Zoey's friends. This book is part of the series, and the next book is titled Betrayed. I would recommend this book to all people who like fantasy with a realistic twist.

Reviewed by First Name Last initial in grade __

The Clouds Above by Jordan Crane

The Clouds Above by Jordan Crane

Summary: The book I read was The Clouds Above by Jordan Crane. There is this boy named Slyly with his cat Jake. Slyly was late for school so they both found a way to get inside. Slyly and Jack were almost caught by his teacher Missus Poe, so they run to the top of the school. Slyly finds a door with stairs going up, up, up, and up. When they get to the top they try walking on the clouds, which surprisingly hold them. Suddenly, they find a cloud crying because he cannot fly. So Slyly and Jack help him and succeed. They are rewarded with a ride. At the end of the story, Slyly and Jack start to fall from the sky as the cloud condenses into raindrops. Birds aid Slyly and Jack and they return to their classroom.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 4/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book to a friend because I find it very interesting how they could walk on clouds and how the stairs were in the air yet did not fall. Also, this book is funny in some parts. I also love the pictures in this story. There is a lot of detail in the pictures which depict what is occurring in the story. I ranked this a four because it was a very cute story and a perfect book for me!

Reviewed by Lauren D. in grade 6

The Edge Chronicles: The Last Sky Pirate by Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell

The Edge Chronicles: The Last Sky Pirate by Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell

Summary: Rook Barkwater is just a lowly under-librarian, whose parents were taken by slave traders. That is, until he is made into a Librarian Knight Elect, where he will travel to the Free Glades to complete his training and build his own Skycraft. Once he finishes his training, he sets out on his voyage. At the Great Convocation of Bannerbearst, he meets the old yet famous Captain Twig, the last sky pirate. An adventure ensues, and Rook finally reunites Captain Twig with his long lost crew at the mystical Riverrise.

Genre: fantasy

Rank: 5/5

Would you recommend this book to a friend? yes

Review: I would recommend this book because it is not too short and not too long. It also has an easy vocabulary. Five was my rating because it was a very exciting book. Nothing in the book was boring. There was an equal balance of action, danger, and suspense. The Edge Chronicles: The Last Sky Pirate, truly deserves a five.

Reviewed by Casey S. in grade 7

Inkheart by Cornelia Funke

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about how Meggie, Mortimer, Elinor, Dustfinger, and many other characters try to put an end to Capricorn while staying alive and together instead of being captured by him. It's also about how Meggie uses her voice to save her family and friends.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? {Yes}
My review of this book: Most of the time when I read magic books, I think the plot is useless and the characters don't make sense. But in Inkheart, it is the complete opposite. I like how the characters are very lifelike despite where they came from and their powers. I also think that the plot was interesting and a very good idea for a fantasy genre book. I also like how the book was only boring a couple times so you wanted to keep reading.
by Ryan G in grade 7

The Sea of Monsters by Rich Riordan

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a boy, Percy Jackson, who goes on a dangerous quest with his friend Annabeth. They go without permission to save their close friend, Grover, who has been taken by a cyclops in the Sea of Monsters. They also go to get the Fleece, the only thing that can save a girl's spirit (Thalia). In the end, they save Grover an dThalia, but they realize they've been tricked. Servants of the Titans poisoned the tree, hoping Thalia would come alive again with the Fleece, so there would be two kids of the Big Tree to try to use as a deadly weapon. Luckily for them, there are two kids to try to use as a deadly weapon, Percy and Thalia.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes}
My review of this book: The Sea of Monsters is an amazing book. Each event is filled with action, making it extremely compelling. The characters act like any other teenager would, and to add to any readers' interest, they have super powers. I don't see how anyone could not love this book. I'd recommend it to anyone who loves humorous, action-filled, fantasy stories!
by Lauren G in grade 7

Emily's Runaway Imagination by Beverly Cleary

Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: Emily Bartlett loves books. When her cousin writes that they just got a library, Emily is determined to get a library in her town. But everybody thinks that Emily is getting her hopes up way too high.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved this book it was so cute! I can make a lot of connectionsto Emily. I love the way Emily lets no one get in her way and believes that there is going to be a library. I never wanted to put the book down. I would defenitly recommend this book to a friend.
by Abby Z. in grade 7

Thwonk by Joan Bauer

Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a girl who is a photagrapher who needed to take a picture of something like cupid, or something and so was drieving home and found a doll in the road and brought it home and the doll coame to life and he was cupid. Only she can see him. So then the cupid doll makes a boy fall in love with her.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I think that was a good book and I recommend it to a friend. It had a lesson that I learned. it was such a good book that I couldn't stop reading it. It had a nice ending. Not everything in life is easy or fair.
By Alyssa B. in grade 8

The Lost One by Lynne Ewing

Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: This is the sixth book in the Daughters of the Moon series. Tianna has no memory of who or what she is. Then Tianna finds a note written in her own hand writing. Then she finds out that she has a telekinetic power and a strange bunch of girls are watching her. What's going on?!
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is the sixth book in the Daughters of the Moon series. This book is just as good as the other books in the series. It's full of mythology, magic and you meet another Daughter of the Moon. You get to see things from Tianna's point of view. You also find out what will happen to Catty, another Daughter of the Moon. So if you liked the rest of the series you should definitely read this one.
by Elizabeth R. in grade 7

The Sacrifice by Lynne Ewing

Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: This book is the fifth book in the Daughters of the Moon Series. It's about a girl named Serena. She is in love with the enemy. His name is Stanton. But now he has to choose...keep Serena safe safe and face his master's anger or turn against the one he loves.
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 for a few different reasons. If you have read the other books in this series, keep reading! it only gets better. if you like mythology this series is full of it. There is also some magic in these books. Also in this book you see things from Stanton's point of view, which is different. That's why I would recommend this book to a friend.
by Elizabeth R. in grade 7

Moon Demon by Lynne Ewing

Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is the seventh book in the Daugthers of the Moon Series. Vanessa is dreading her birthday because it brings her one year closer to make her choice. She is also doubting her friend Michael and even herself. Then she meets a mysterious man named Hector.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really liked this book a lot. It is very similar to the other books in the Daugthers of the Moon series. AS usual, it's full of mythology and magic. You see things through the eyes of Vanessa. You get introduced to a new kind of enemy in this book. In this book things are not really what they seem. I would really recommend this book if you liked the other books in this series.
by Elizabeth R. 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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