Book Bites Reviews

Divergent by Veronica Roth
Review by Katelyn
Beatrice grew up in Abnegation (selfless) faction, but she doesn't feel selfless. At the choosing ceremony, she chooses Dauntless (brave). After this, she is known as Tris, and pretty much becomes a different person. She comes out first of he initiation class and then there is a war between the Abnegation and Erudite factions. My favorite character is Will because he is really funny and smart and I like how he is dating Christina but they always fought before.

The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
Review by Melody
A house of four people soon becomes on, a baby. This book is about a baby who survives with a bunch of ghosts, and can't see his dead family. I loved this book because I hate creepy stuff and actually like this wonderful book.

Devil's Kiss by Sarwat Chadda
Review by B-Liz
The Templar's save the world from the tenth plague. There is a love triangle. There is also a psychic. My favorite character is Michael because he was undercover. I loved this book because it was action packed and a new twist on every page.

Other Titles Discussed:
Fire and Ash by Jonathan Maberry

Book Bites Reviews

The Forgotten Door by Alexander Key
Review by Destiny
A boy named Little Jon falls through a door to another world and a family finds him. My favorite character is Jon because he is so smart. I loved this book.

Middle School: Get Me Out of Here by James Patterson
Review by B-liz
Rafe has to get used to his new school after he moves. He met his first friend and broke up with him. My favorite character is Leo the Silent because he is imaginary. I loved this book because it is funny.

Other Titles Discussed:
Through The Zombie Glass by Gena Show
alter

Book Bites Reviews

The Isle of Blood by Rick Yancey
Review by Hannah
Dr. Warthrop and Will Henry go to an island to find the greatest monster of all time. Dr. Warthrop leaves Will Henry behind before they go together so there is a large conflict in Will Henry's mind. There is a rivalry between the British, Russians, and Americans to find the monster first.

Zoobreak by Gordon Korman
Review by Destiny
A monkey is missing. Savanna Drysdale goes to a floating zoo with her class and
sees a monkey that she swears is hers. So Griffin Bing, the "Man With The Plan: comes up with a plan: Zoobreak Operation. My favorite character is Savannah Drysdale because she is like me and owns rabbits, dogs, cats, lizards, a loon and a whole bunch of other animals. And she doesn't have brothers. I loved this book because it has a lot of fun action and a zoobreak, and Griffin comes up with good plans. Some involve breaking in the zoo and keeping Ben from going to a sleep academy. The characters always play a special part in the book and Griffin's dad always has cool inventions that take place in the weirdest places in the book. I also love this book because Daran Vader (a bad kid) makes up the stupidest excuses and has a dream he goes to court for not stealing animals and sending people on a wild goose chase. And I like when the gang has meeting in the Broken Bell Room which is a place where the gym teacher keeps all the balls that are ripped that he thinks he could fix one day which is silly.

Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling
Review by Katelyn
Harry Potter lived with his muggle aunt and uncle and for 11 years he didn't know he was a wizard. He meets Hagrid, Ron and Hermione and he is friends with his roommates. He becomes the seeker for the Quidditch team and was sorted into Gryffindor. He has an enemy named Malfoy and his professor, Severus Snape hates him, (a lot). They also have a really good headmaster, Albus Dumbledore. My favorite character is Ron Weasley because he is super duper funny and is really interesting.

A Man Named Dave by Dave Pelzer
Review by Liz
This book is about a child who has to overcome obstacles. My favorite character is Dave because he is the only person in the book. I liked this book because it is a story of triumph.


Other Titles Discussed:
Impulse by Ellen Hopkins
Paper Towns by John Green

Book Bites Book Reviews

Call Of The Wild by Jack London

Review by Paige

A dog named Buck who is now a sled dog and is called to the wild. My favorite character is Buck because he is the main character and is intelligent. I liked this book because it was very adventurous.

Maximum Ride, The Graphic Novel by James Patterson

Review by B-liz

Angel gets kidnapped and they try to save her. My favorite character is Fang because in my imagination he is hot! I loved this book because it is the best book every, but I hated the graphic novel because they got Fang's hair all wrong.

War Of The Worlds by H.G. Wells

Review by Tori

The Martians come to London planning to eliminate the human race. I do not have a favorite character because the book is more about the story than the characters. I liked this book because it shows how the human race is so infinitely small in the vast scheme of the world.

Old Yeller by Fred Gipson

Review by Paige

A dog, who's name is Old Yeller, saves a family more than once. At first Travis tries to find ways to get rid of Old Yeller, but when Old Yeller saves their lives he changes his mind. My favorite character is Old Yeller because he is a hero and an amazing dog who is trustworthy. I liked this book because ti was detailed and well written and is an amazing book. 

Vesper by Jeff Sampson, and Havoc by Jeff Sampson

Review by Katelyn

Emily is an anti-social person and one night she took on a different personality. She was cool and popular at night, but during the day she was back to normal. Emily tries to figure out what is wrong. My favorite character is Spencer because he is smart and funny and his nighttime personality is really focused. He isn't like Emily and Dalton when they act crazy. I loved this book because it has lots of suspenseful parts in it. 

Alex Van Helsing: Vampire Rising by Jason Henderson

Review by Katelyn

Alex was sent to a boarding school in Europe. He and his friends are nobodies. Then Alex sees his teacher and finds out he is a vampire slayer and so is the teacher. My favorite character is Minni because she is really cool. She is a really good fighter till she is taken away by the Icemaker. I liked this book because it is a good story and is funny.

The Monstrumologist by Rick Yancey

Review by Hannah

This book is the journal of a 12 year old boy named Will Henry. He is an assistant to Dr. Pellinore Warthrop, a Monstrumologist. A Monstrumologist is someone who studies and captures monsters. Will Henry, a graverobber, and the doctor go to a graveyard and find a large group of Anthrophagi, a monster breed. Afterwards, to find out how and why the monsters migrated to America, Will Henry and the doctor got to see Captain Varner in a home for insane people. 

Also Discussed:

Tempted, Untamed,  by P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast

Bleach by Tite Kubo

Book Bites Fall 2013

These book reviews were written by teens and tweens attending Book Bites, an informal weekly book chat.

The Stranger by Albert Camus
Review by Tori
Monsieur Mersault's mother just died. Because his "I don't really care" nature he gets caught up with he wrong people. I do not like any of the characters in this book because I've never read a book like this. I liked this book because the main character has a different perspective.

Viva Jacquelina by L.A. Meyer
Review by Paige
A girl named Jacky Faber goes to Spain to gather information against Napoleon for the British. My favorite character is Jacky because she is the main character and the book is based on her life. I liked this book because it was adventurous.

I Am Number Four by Pitticus Lore
Review by Katelyn
An alien from the planet Lorien is hiding from the Mogadorians. He goes to Paradise Ohio, falls in love, gets a best friend and a dog. He doesn't want to leave and he gets his "legacies" or powers. My favorite characters are Sam, John, Number Six, and Sarah. Sam and John are very funny and I like Number Six's Powers and how she is brave and I like John and Sarah's relationship. I loved this book because it had humor, romance and I like how they get powers. And it has action and aliens in it too.

Anyone But Me by Nancy Krulik
Review by Melody
This is this girl who changes into different mammals. My favorite character is the class hamster because it is really funny. I liked this book because it was interesting.

The Call Of The Wild by Jack London
Review by Tori
Buck is a dog who goes to the Arctic, finding adventures with every turn. My favorite character is Buck because he is an interesting character. I loved this book because the theme was great and the narrator (I read the audiobook) was great too.

Awake At Dawn by C.C. Hunter
Review by Paige
A girl named Kylie is trying to figure out what she is. She gains some powers, but still doesn't know what she is.  My favorite character is Kylie. Though she is whiny sometimes, she is overall an amazing character. I liked this book because it is about supernaturals.

The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey
Review by Tori
Aliens invade Earth. The main character is strong. I like that. (I've been reading a lot of books with wimpy main characters. I loved this book because the characters are strong.

Peter And The Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson
Review by Hannah
Peter and other orphans are sent on a ship to a king with dust in a trunk. My favorite character is Molly Astor. She can easily manipulate people without seeming like she is trying to. She can use the dust for good and doesn't fall to the power of the dust. I liked this book because it is a longer, un-Disney-ed version of Peter Pan and there are multiple books.

Peachville High Demons by Sarra Cannon
Review by Katelyn
Harper just moved to Peachville and she notices that all the women have power in that town. She digs down a little deeper and finds out she is a witch. My favorite character is Jackson because he is a demon and he is really nice. He and Harper are in love and I like reading the parts he is in. I loved this book because it has action and romance and it has supernatural stuff in it.

Born At Midnight by C. C. Hunter
Review by Paige
A girl named Kylie goes to a camp for supernatural. My favorite character is Kylie because she doesn't know what she is. I loved this book because it is about supernaturals.

Smells Like Treasure by Suzanne Selfors
Review by Destiny
A boy named Henry has a dog whose only sense of smell is for treasure. My favorite character is the dog. I loved this book because I love dog books.

City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
Review by Katelyn
Clary is a "Mundane" but she goes to a club and sees shadow hunters killing a demon. It turns out she is a shadow hunter too. and she goes through all these adventures to save her mom from Valentine. My favorite character is Jace because he makes super sarcastic comments that are really funny and he is really sweet too. And because of the love interest between him and Clary. I loved this book because it has humor and a love interest.

Book Bites Reviews

Pretties by Scott Westerfeld
Review by Tori
Tatty becomes a Pretty and afterwards, she falls in love with Zane. While there "bubbly" she and Zane find the pills that destroy the lesions in their brain. In their haste she and Zane spit the pills causing problems. I prefer the 1st book in this series. The best reason I can think of to read this book is because it's the next in the series.

Twisted by Laurie Halse Anderson
Review by Tiffanie
Tyler finally gets his dream girl and she gets drunk at a party and then the next morning theirs naked pictures of her on the internet and she blames Tyler. The cops get involved and at the end it all works out. I like this book because I like crime things and romance and this book has both. You should read this book because Laurie Halse Anderson is a really good author!

The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting
Review by Paige
This book is about a doctor who's name is Dolittle and he gets a letter from Africa that the monkeys are sick. When he finds out the captain of the ship is bad, Dr. Dolittle kicks him off the ship. Dr. Dolittle sees this little boy locked up and Dr. Dolittle and his animals need to find the boy's uncle. I like this book because Dr. Dolittle knows all the animals languages and can talk to them. You should read this book because it is so adventurous.

The Sister's Grimm: Once Upon A Crime by Michael Buckley
Review by Hannah
The Grimm sisters return to New York city, to find Puck's family, but Oberon, the King of Fairie is poisoned by a traitor. They learn that their mother was involved in the lives of Everafters, which makes Sabrina angry, and scared. The sisters fin a secret that might lead to the heart of the evil organization - The Scarlet Hand.

Lemonade Mouth by Mark Peter Hughes
Review by Katelyn
Five nobody's get detention and they start to play music with little things around the room and their music teacher convinces them to form a band. They become popular and famous.

Other titles discussed:
The Boy On Cinnamon Street by Phoebe Stone
Mission Unstoppable by Dan Gutman
Forever by Maggie Stiefvater
Skinny by Donna Cooner

Book Bites Reviews

Tunnels of Blood, Cirque Du Freak by Darren Shan
Review by Alie
Darren, Evra, and Mr. Crepsley take on Mr. Crepsley's home town. A crazy vampaneze is on a rampage. Will they stop him before he kills Darren's new found love Debbie? I like this book because it has action, romance, and you don't know who the bad guy is until the ending. It has a whole lot of unexpected twists and turns. You should read this series because after the first book, it gets addicting.

Durarara!! by Ryohgo Narita
Review by Tesa
A kid, Mikado Ryogaime, moves to Ikebukuro, Tokyo to visit with his friend, Mesomi Kida. While there, he disovers the city's legend; the Black Rider and Shizuo and Izaya, the city's mortal enemies. He also finds his crush, Anri, and gets caught up in the ciyt's action more than he could hope to be. I like this book because ti is interesting and funny. You should read this book because it is very well written and exciting.

Girl of Nightmares by Kendra Blake
Review by Liz
This book is about a guy who keeps having nightmares about Anna. Anna keeps reappearing. I like this book because it is bloody and gory. You should read this book because it is awesome and scary.

When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead
Review by Paige
This book is about a girl named Miranda and her mom is going on a show to win money and so Miranda makes cards for her to practice on. I like this book because Richard, Miranda's mom's boyfriend is funny. You should read this book because it has lots of questions that are answered.

Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George
Review by Tori
This book is about an Eskimo who wanders out into the wild and comes upon a pack of wolves. Starved half to death she shares food with the  beast and becomes long lasting friends with the pack. I like this book because the friendship between Julie and the wolves is a tear bringer.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel by Jeff Kinney
Review by Becky
Greg has a brother Rodrick, and gets a new brother Manny. He gets new neighbors. Manny is afraid because his neighbor acts like a robot. Then, they have a school dance, and everyone gets a candy gram. Greg gets jealous because he doesn't get one so he sends them to himself. Greg decides to babysit from the neighbors, but the kid, Wesley,  locks him in the basement. So he climbs out a window. He gets tired and sleeps in. Wesley's parents come home. You should read this book because it is an awesome series and catches your attention.

The Fairy Tale Detectives by Michael Buckley
Review by Hannah
Two sisters, Sabrina and Daphne, are foster kids and they have been moved from house to house until they get moved to their "Grandmother's" house. They realize that fairytales are real. The town is surrounded by a barrier that keeps the fairytale characters in. The characters are mad at the Grimm family for putting up the barrier in the first place

The Wake of the Lorelei Lee by L. A. Meyer
Review by Tori
A notorious former pirate steals a bit of King George's gold for her own benefit. Her two enemies accuse her of false charges. As a result, she gets sent away to South India. I like this book because every page you turn is a new surprise! you should read this book because the story is awesome! This book is my favorite in the series.

The Shaktra by Christopher Pike
Review by Paige
This book is about a girl who goes on a journey by herself to the "world" again. And this time she packs to go. I like this book because it's adventurous and magical. You should read this book because Ali finds something unimaginable.

Anna Dressed In Blood by Kendra Blake
Review by Liz
This book is about a super powerful ghost named Anna Korlov. She died in her house when she was 16. She can murder and be kind. I like this book because they have funny names like Thessius Cassio and Carmel. You should read this book because a guy falls in love with a girl who is dead.

The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan
Review by Hannah
Percy Jackson is missing and in his place, Jason, Piper and Leo show up. Jason is from a Roman camp instead of a Greek camp, and has lost all of his memories which leads to a lot of confusion. Jason is the son of Zeus, Piper is the daughter of Aphrodite, and Leo is the son of Hephaestus. They go on a quest to free Hera from her cage, and prevent a war between the gods. You should read this book because it is a very good sequel series to the Percy Jackson Series and very interesting because it compares Greek Mythology and Roman Mythology.

Book Bites Reviews

Stick Dog by Tom Watson
Review by Melody
This book is about a guy who has a story about a dog but I don't know the story yet. But it is really funny. You should read this book because it's really funny.

Chosen At Nightfall by C.C. Hunter
Review by Tori
Kylie Galen is training at her Grandfather's house to learn more on how to control her chameleon powers, when Mario, the chameleon turned bad, tries to eliminate Kylie. I like this book because it's filled with adventure! There isn't one page I turn that isn't filled to the top with excitement. You should read this book because the writing is awesome! I love this book.

Leap by Jane Breskin Zalben
Review by Hannah
A girl named Krista's friend Daniel has a reaction to anesthesia and he looses the use of his legs. Krista helps Daniel with the physical therapy, even though she isn't his best friend anymore. I like this book because it's about how Daniel overcomes his obstacles. I also like this book because when Krista helps Daniel, they become better friends again.

From Bad To Cursed by Katie Alender
Review by Katelyn
The Sunshine Club has a book with the spirit Avalt in it. It gives them everything they want, but then Tashi leaves and everything gets out of control. I like this book because it is a really good story and the plot is really good, also. You should read this book because it is suspenseful.

Alosha by Christopher Pike
Review by Paige
This book is about a girl named Ali who has powers and used to be someone very important. She has to go all the way to Pete's Peak with her friends. On the way she meets with monsters. I like this book because she gains powers when she goes through these obstacles. And she has to survive with her powers and keep her friends alive. You should read this book because there are magical creatures like elves, trolls and other creatures. Ali also has two friends she takes along, Paddy a leprechaun and Farble a troll.

Book Bites Reviews

The Demigod Diaries by Rick Riordan
Review by Hannah
This book is short stories that give back story to the Percy Jackson series and more information about important parts like the Mist. I think that this book is important to read, and I was a little disappointed by the illustrations. I like this book because it gives greater detail and explains things like the Mist. You should read this book because it provides vital information to completely understand the Percy Jackson series.

Arata by Watase, Yuu
Review by Tori
This book is about the heir of a princess thought to be a girl, but who is actually a boy, who switches lives with a boy from the real world. From there the story unravels into an action packed manga. I like this book because it is action packed. You should read this book because the story and art is great.


Guitar Notes by Mary Amato
Review by Jocelyn
This book is about two musicians named Lyla (a cellist) and a boy named Trip
p (guitarist). As time goes on these two start passing notes and becoming really close. I like this book because it talks a lot about music and friendships. You should read this book because it is a funny and sometimes sad book, that talks a lot about music.


Romeo and Juliet and Vampires by Claudia Gabel
Review by Katelyn
Romeo is a vampire slayer and Juliet is a vampire and they fall in love. I like this book because it was interesting and really good.

Fushigi Yugi by Watase, Yuu
Review by Paige
This book is about a girl who is sick and it doesn't exist in the other world and everybody knows about it. They are trying to get the other half of the warrior.(sic) I like this book because it is action packed and it's a manga. You should read this book because it's a really good book.

Also Discussed:
The Darkest Mind by Alexandra Bracken

Book Bites Reviews

Where the Mountain Meets The Moon by Grace Lin
Reveiw by T.B.
This book is about a girl who sets out to change her family's fortune, and meeting friends on the way. She befriends a dragon who can't fly, a talking fish and a powerful king. But she must learn the true meaning of fortune and friendship. I like this book because it poetic and cute. You should read this book because you will love this cute story.

Fushigi Yugi by Yuu Watase
Review by Paige
This book is about a girl whose mother dies while her father is writing a book named The Universe of the Four Gods. She goes inside the book and needs to find the seven warriors. I like this book because it is a manga and you should read it because it is amazing.

Vampire Knight by Matsuri Hino
Review by B-liz
This book is about vampires. It's very funny. Lots of blood. I like this book because all the guys are ugly. You should read this book because the sound effects are weird.

A Tale Dark and Grimm by Adam Gidwitz
Review by Hannah
Hansel and Gretel embark on several journeys to prove that they don't need parents. This fairy tale ties into other not-very-well known fairy tales. I like this book because the author keeps interrupting the story to make the story more interesting or to warn the reader of (what he thinks) really scary parts. You should read this book because this book is very funny. You should't be intimidated by the cover because it isn't scary, just funny.

In A Glass Grimmly by Adam Gidwitz
Review by Hannah
Jack and Jill travel through scenarios only to find that they like themselves despite the fact that they're rejected by the people they want to impress. After the quest, the kids realize that they shouldn't care what other people think of them, and they end up finally feeling at home.

The Giver by Lois Lowry
Review by Tori
This book is about a boy in a black and white world, searching for a brighter one. I like this book because the writing is great. You should read this book because it has great writing and is awesome.

Cages by Dave McKean
Review by Tori
This book is about how the author interprets God, life, and death. A wonderful story...but it's no easy read. It's and in depth story. I like this book because it is so soothing to read. It has such a great theme. You should read this book because the pictures are great! It gives you a different view on the world.

Swallow Me Whole by Nate Powell
Review by Paige
This book is about a girl who sees things. And her grandmother is really sick and sees things too. Her brother has a pen with a wizard on top of it that talks. I like this book because it is a graphic novel and you should read this book. It's a great book. The title goes with the book.

Other Books Discussed:
The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner by Stephanie Meyer

Book Bites Reviews

Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
Review by Hannah
Mark Twain spins a tale of a young boy named Tom Saywer living on the Mississippi River. He, Polly and Huckleberry Finn embark on all kinds of mischievous adventures. Read Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain.

The Catcher In The Rye by J.D. Salinger
Review by Tori
This book is about Holden, a 16 year old boy to goes to Pencey Prep. It goes through a journey of becoming an adult. It is a touching story that opens your eyes. I like this book because the writing is fabulous. You should read this book because the story is very entertaining. I couldn't put it down.

Fang by James Patterson
Review by B-liz
In this book, Max and Fang make out a bunch. Angel tries to take the lead. I like this book because Fang has a competition with Dylan. It is funny because Max tells Fang that if he dies Max is going to kill him. You should read this book because Fang dies and max shoots a shot of adrenaline through his heart.

The Underneath by Kathi Appelt
Review by TB
A mother cat is drawn to a hound dog's lonely howls. The two become friends and care for the kittens together, but Puck's (the boy kitten) curiosity overcomes and he steps into the Open, the one place they were forbidden to go. and sets off a chain of events. Three ancient people's tales are intertwined and it all has to end. I like this book because it is very interesting and poetic. You should read this book because it is filled with suspense and cute.

Gregor the Overlander by Suzanne Collins
Review by Paige
This book is about a boy who's father went missing and is trying to find him. When his sister falls in a hole and Gregor goes after her and finds an underground world with big creatures like bugs and much more. I like this book because it has so much adventure and magical creatures and I like magical creatures and his sister is very young so he had to keep track of her too. You should read this book because it is adventurous and is on his whole opinion so I hope you read this book and it is wonderful.

I, Funny by James Patterson
Review by Melody
This book is about an adopted kid. I like this book because it is hilarious. You should read this book because it is hilarious.

Book Bites Reviews

The Penderwicks on Gardam Street by Jeanne Birdsall
Review by Paige
The book is about a girl's dad who needs to date someone, and she tries to stop him. I like this book because it is from her perspective. You should read this book because it has good descriptions.

Hellsing by Kohta Hirano
Review by B-liz
This book is about vampires. I like this book because it laughs a lot and people get stabbed.

Pandora Hearts by Jun Mochizuki
Review by Tessa
A kid named Oz is cast into the abyss, because his sin is his very existence. A girl named Alice helps him escape with a price. Oz agrees to help Alice and together they try to discover their mysterious past. I like this book because it is very interesting and mystery clouded. You should read this book because it is very cool.

Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan
Review by Jesse
this book is about Percy Jackson loses his memory and is being chased by Gorgons so he goes to camp and gets a quest. I like this book because it is very descriptive and you only know what Percy knows. You should read this book because it is very good.

Daniel X by James Patterson
Review by Tori
This book is about a boy named Daniel who can use his imagination to make things appear in real life. he is an alien Hunter. I like this book because the book has short chapters. You should read this book because it is very interesting.

Other Books Discussed:
The Great Unexpected by Sharon Creech
Darkness Before Dawn by J.A. London
A Mango Shaped Space by Wendy Mass
Midnight Sun by Stephanie Meyer
The Adventures of Strawberry shortcake and her Friends by Alexandra Wallner

Book Bites Reviews

Holes by Louis Sachar
Review by Tori
This book is about a kid who gets sent to Camp Green Lake because of a robbery, (which he didn't commit.) It's about his adventure at Camp Green Lake. I like this book because the writing and story are AWESOME!. You should read this book because it is such an inspiring story.

My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Piccoult
Review by Skyler
This book is about a young teenager, Anna, who was scientifically altered before birth to be a perfect match fro her sister Kate who has cancer. Anna refuses to give Kate her kidney and hires a lawyer. I like this book because it is very interesting and somewhat relatable. You should read this book because it is very interesting and it is a good book.

The Forbidden Schoolhouse by Suzanne Jurmain
Review by Jesse
This book is about a lady who owns a school and wants an African American girl to be in the school. the people who have kids there don't want their kid in class with an African American girl. You should read this book because it's good.

The Incredible Journey by Shelia Burnford
Review by Paige
This book is about 3 animals who go on a journey to find there owner and traveled long and hard. I like this book because it is very adventurous and it shows how animals can survive. You should read this book because it is very adventurous.

The Final Warning by James Patterson
Review by B-liz
In this book the flock goes to Antarctica. They see penguins, and there is a human Frankenstein.

The Mysterious Benedict Society: The Perilous Journey by Trenton Lee Stewart
Review by Tessa
The team is called for the twins reunion, but find Mr. Benedict and Number Two have left before them, for a scavenger hunt. But Mr. Curtain holds a ransom for a rare plant that will cure  his disease. So the kids have to cross half the globe to find them with three words as a clue, "Follow the wind." I like this book because it is exciting. You should read this book because it is entertaining.

How To Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting To Kill You by Matthew Inman
Review by Melody
This book is about tips to tell you if your cat wants to kill you. I like this book because it is a graphic novel. You should read this book because it's hilarious.

My Life In Pink And Green by Lisa Greenwald
Review by Katelyn
Lucy's mom and grandma own a pharmacy and they are losing business. Lucy gives someone a makeover and she tells people and they start gaining more business. I like this book because it's funny. You should read this book because it has tips in every chapter.

Other books discussed:
Mississippi Trial: 1955 by Chris Crowe
Zombie Blondes by Brian James
Abraham Lincoln by Caroline Cross Gilpin
Forgive My Fins by Tera Lynn Childs

For a full list of Book Bites books, click here.

Book Bites Reviews

The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Review by Max
This book is about a young adventurer who seeds adventure and goes along with a couple friends such as Annabeth, daughter of Athena, Grover, a satyr.  It starts at Camp Half-Blood and then goes to the Underworld, but the rest is unknown. You should read this book because it si action packed and full of friends.

Breaking Dawn by Stephanie Meyer
Review by Katelyn
Bella and Edward get married and have a baby while she is human, so the baby is half-human, half vampire and her name is Renesme. The Volturi finds out and thinks she is an immortal child which is forbidden. so now there is a fight and the Cullens have to get other vampires to come together and help them. there was something I forgot to mention. Renesme  has a gift by showing people her memories. So they plan to to use that to stop the Volturi. I like this book because it's interesting and I like how all the different vampires have different powers. You should read this book if you like teen vampire romance novels.

Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
Review by T-B
Jacob hears strange stories from his Grandpa and when he dies from his "imaginary" monster, Jacob realizes they are true. he must then retreat to his Grandpa's childhood safe house along with his peculiar friends. Then Jacob realizes that he is peculiar like his Grandpa, they're the only ones who can see the monsters. I like this book because it is thrilling and is awesome all the way. You should read this book because it is fast paced.

Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson
Review by Hannah
Mattie is 14 when the Yellow Fever hits and she and her mom have to close down their coffee shop. Then her mom gets the fever, so she has to go to a house in the country. But she never gets there, because she catches the Fever, and on the way to the house they are turned away by soldiers. (I can't give anything else away.) You should read this book because it reflects the history of the time, and it's very believable and it's a coming of age story.

Crash by Lisa McMann
Review by Paige
this book is about a girl named Jules who is seeing things like crashes and fire. I like this book because the girl works at a pizza place and explains things well. You should read this book because it has lots of detail.

Tales From A Not-So-Popular Party Girl by Rachel Renee Russel
Review by Melody
This book is about a girl who writes a diary. There is a dance coming up and she really wants a boy to ask her. I like this book because it is in diary form and it is realistic fiction.

School's Out Forever by James Patterson
Review by B-Liz
This book is about how they adapt to new environments. This book is also about super-model wolves and avian kids. I like this book because I am the chosen one because I tried breathing under water like Angel. You should read this book because it will blow your mind.

A Mango-Shaped Space by Wendy Mass
Review by Tim
This book is about a girl who can see colors with worse or sounds, like people's names are different colors or different patterns. In the book she gets a cat named Mango who dies and she can see a faint look of Mango on her bed. I like this book because it is relatable on the bad luck with her cat and her grandfather. You should read this book because it has excellent writing and is well explained.

Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan
Review by Jesse
Percy finds himself with no memory except his name. He is being followed by some Gorgons who won't die because the doors of death are opened. So Percy must go to Camp Jupiter to be safe. I like when his new friend Hazel has a memory of her past. If you like action books or adventure book s you will like this book.

Nic Bishop: Spiders by Nic Bishop
Review by Lee
This book is about spiders. Some spiders in the book are deadly or big. Also, some habitats are very good. Interesting. It tells about their color and hunting skill. I like this book because it gives good interesting stuff that fill the needs in maybe I would like about spiders. you should read this book if you want to know about some unusual spiders.

The Passage by Justin Cronin
Review by Tori
This book is about Vampire like creatures, who escape from a lab and start attacking humans. I like this book because it is entertaining and exciting and action. you should read this book for the same reason I like it.

Follow The Silver Trail by Keith Faulker
Review by Lidia
This book is about bugs following a silver trail. But the fruit is bitten into. But they don't know who did it. I like this book because it is very very short. Also a good book because it's short. you should read this book because it's short.

Book Reviews from Book Bites

Princess Candy by Michael Dahl
Review by Melody
The book is about a girl who receives candy. I just liked this book. If you like candy, you will like this book.

The Rocketeer by Dave Stevens
Review by Tori
The book is about a pilot. He finds this rocket that can go 200 mph. He wants to make money with it by doing tricks but something goes awry. It's great if you like action







Trust No One by Linda Sue Park
Review by Hannah
**Spoiler Alert** This book is the 5th in the 39 Clues, Cahills vs. Vespers series. In the book, the Cahills find that the person w ho is making sure that they loose the battle with the Vespers is Amy's best friends who knows all their secrets. My favorite part of the book is when Evan, Amy , Dan, Atticus, and Jake find clues to who the person who is making them fail is, and don't get it at all until she reveals herself.

Mouse Guard: Fall 1152 by David Petersen
Review by Paige
There are three mouse guards that need to find the black axe. My favorite part is when the mice fought the snake. I recommend this book to whoever likes adventure.

Bud Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis
Review by B-Liz
The book is about a boy escaping an orphanage. he is trying to find his father. I like when he gets cut by a fish. If you like the 1930's you will like this book.







Midnight for Charlie Bone by Jenny Nimmo
Review by Tessa
Charlie Bone can hear voices in photos and his aunts send him to Bloor's, a school for endowed. He makes friends with Fidelio Gunn and Olivia Vertigo and meets Billy Raven. They try to uncover the secret of one of the endowed, but others try to stop them. My favorite part is when he first meets Fidelio, as his music tutor. Everybody will love this book.

Twilight by Stephanie Meyer
Review by Katelyn
Bella and Edward love each other but shouldn't be together. My favorite part is when they go to the meadow. If you like romance vampire novels you should read it.

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Book Bites Reviews

Double Identity by Margaret Peterson  Haddix
Review by Hannah

Bethany, the main character, is spoiled by her parents, but when she turns 12, her mom starts crying constantly, and a week before she turns 13, her parents drop her off at an aunt's house she never knew existed. She finds out the mystery of her life throughout the story. My favorite part of the story is when Bethany figures out the secret of her life and why her parents suddenly disappeared and why her last mane keeps getting changed. I recommend the is book to anyone who likes mysteries.


New Moon by Stephanie Meyer
Review by Katelyn
Bella gets hurt and Edward gets worried and leaves. My favorite part was the whole book. If you like vampire romance you will like this book.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
Review by Lidia
Greg gets a journal that says "Diary" that his mom got him. He goes to school with weird people. My favorite part was when Greg's mom got him the journal.

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin
Review by Paige
There is a girl who meets a dragon and has to go to the king to meet the old man of the moon. My favorite part is when the dragon tells a story. I recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure.

Alice the 19th by Yu Watase
Review by Tori
A girl learns that she can use words as powers. My favorite part was when the rabbit girl appears. This book is awesome if you like Manga.

Alice-Miranda at school by Jacqueline Harvey
Review by Melody
Alice goes to boarding school and meets very weird people. My favorite part was when she walks in the gymnasium and a girl is freaking out. If you like realistic fiction, you might like this.

Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko
Review by B-liz
This book is about life on Alcatraz. My favorite part is when they talk about Al Capone. If you like criminals, you'll love this book.

The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart
Review by Tessa
Four kids ace a test in different ways, and are chosen to go on a mission. They have to secretly attend the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened, (L.I.V.E.). They find Mr. Benedict's lost twin, Mr. Curtain with his evil plot to take over the world. My favorite part is when the kids go through the test. Everyone of all ages will love this book.

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Book Bites Reviews

The Candymakers
by Wendy Mass
Review by Katelyn
The kids in this book are in a contest to make candy. My favorite part of the story was when they slept in a cocoa bean room. This book is really good.

Shih Tzu
by Sharon Llyn Vanderlip
Review by Lidia
This book is about shih tzu's and how to train them and their history. I read to page 10 and it's about more stuff. My favorite part is when I learned Shih Tzu's are mini lions. I loved this book because I have a Shih Tzu.

Olivia and The Missing Toy
by Ian Falconer
Review by Melody
Olivia loses her toy. My favorite part was when she cried about the toy. This book is great for youngins who are adventurous.

Son of Neptune
by Rick Riordan
Review by Tim
Percy has lost all his memory and makes his way to Camp Jupiter. He meets Hazel and Frank. Hazel is a daughter of Pluto who died and came back to life. Franks son of Mars and has a long line of family from Greece. My favorite part of the book is when Hazel rides the magical horse. This books VERY GOOD because it has a lot of humor and I like it.

Flush
by Carl Hiaasen
Review by Tori
his book is about a guy who tires to save the ocean from pollution. My favorite part was when his sister sneaks out to get footage of the waste being dumped. Awesome Book!!!

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
by Grace Lin
Review by Paige
In this book there is a girl who is poor and her grandpa tells her stories. The Girl's Papa tells her stories like "The old man on the moon" and she goes to him to wish for good fortune. I like when the grandpa tells the stories because the stories are really good. I recommend this to anyone who likes adventure cause she goes on an adventure.

Catching Fire
by Suzanne Collins
Review by Jesse
Katniss and Peta return to the arena with the other victorious tributes in the Quarter Quell. My favorite part of the book is when they are entering the arena. I recommend this book to anyone who likes action and fighting. It would also appeal to people who enjoy survival.

Other books discussed include:
Getting Away With Murder by Chris Crowe
Alice in Zombieland by Gena Showalter
Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli
World War II: The Italian Campaign by Robert Wallace


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