This Mortal Coil by Emily Suvada Publication Date: November 2, 2017 ISBN: 9780141379272 Reviewer: Cara G This Mortal Coil is set in the future, when there has been a virus outbreak and humanity is hiding in bunkers. However, Catarina has a rare allergy meaning it’s impossible for her to join a bunker, and she discovers …
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The Stand-In by A.J. Rushby
The Stand-In by A.J. Rushby ISBN: 9781761290558 Publication Date: October 1, 2022 Reviewer: Lyla P Scholastic Australia A young girl begins attending a boarding school, marking a big change in her life. With her mother seriously unwell and unable to care for her, a wealthy man impressed by her academic talent offers to pay for …
Finale by Stephanie Garber
Finale by Stephanie Garber ISBN 9781473666788 Publication Date: February 6, 2020 Reviewer: Catherine J Finale is the last book of the Caraval trilogy. In the first book, the two protagonists, Scarlett and Donatella are invited to the infamous Caraval. There, they strive to win and find new elements of themselves, as well as find new …
Out of my mind by Sharon Draper
Out of my mind by Sharon Draper Publication Date: August 1, 2013 ISBN: 9781416971719 Reviewer: Savannah G Set in an elementary school in Ohio, Out of my mind follows Melody Brooks, a brilliant 11 year old with cerebral palsy who cannot speak or walk. Despite her intelligence, she faces challenges from peers and teachers as …
Arsenic for Tea by Robin Stevens
Arsenic for Tea by Robin Stevens Publication Date: 27 June 2016 ISBN: 9780141369792 Reviewer: Maybelle D Arsenic For Tea features schoolgirl detectives Hazel Wong and Daisy Wells as they solve the chilling murder of one of Daisy’s house guests. Isolated due to floods, they’re stuck in Daisy’s home, Fallingford, for the holidays. With the whole …
Blended by Sharon Draper
Blended by Sharon Draper ISBN: 9781442495012 Publication Date: May 1, 2020 Reviewer: Radha K Blended is about Isabella, a girl whose parents are divorced. She has to split her time between two homes and figure out where she belongs. As she deals with family, friends, and being from two different cultures, Isabella faces tough situations …
Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Percy Jackson and the Olympians #1 The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan ISBN 9780786838653 Publication Date: April 1, 2006 Reviewer: Grace B Percy Jackson has always felt out of place. His mum only wants him to feel safe and be happy; however, it’s not always easy. Percy has had an awful life until he discovers …
Jungle Escape by Nathan Luff
Title: Jungle Escape Author: Nathan Luff ISBN: 9781760659257 Publication date: 2025 Publisher: Walker Books The setting of the book is in an overgrown resort called Jungle Escape, which is run by Sal and Roy. The rest of the characters are Branson, Elton, Victoria, and finally Addison. The main plot of the text is to try …
The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury
The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury ISBN:9780006479222 Publication Date: February 1, 1996 Reviewer: Chiara Z The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury unfolds through vivid, eerie tales inked on a mysterious man’s tattooed body. Each living illustration reveals a haunting glimpse into future worlds, grappling with technology, war, and human nature. As the images shift, the …
Animal Farm by George Orwell
Animal Farm by George Orwell ISBN: 9780141036137 Publication Date: September 1, 2008 (Originally published August 1945) Reviewer: Lane B On a quiet English farm, animals rise up against their human oppressor, dreaming of equality and freedom. Led by visionary pigs Snowball and Napoleon, their rebellion sparks hope, but soon ambition and betrayal threaten the revolution. …