Maximum Ride series- Patterson

March 6, 2009

After the mutant Erasers abduct the youngest member of their group, the “birdkids,” who are the result of genetic experimentation, take off in pursuit and find themselves struggling to understand their own origins and purpose. – Library Catalog

This series has loads of non-stop action throughout the books.  It will just draw you in and make you read late into the night.” Rosalea


Across the nightingale floors- Hearn

March 6, 2009

In ancient Japan, Takeo, a sixteen-year-old saved from a massacre by the mysterious Lord Otori, struggles to reconcile his dual nature–the one given him by the Hidden, the pacifist people among whom he was born and raised, and the one inherited from his father, a celebrated assassin.  Number 1 in the Tales of the Otori series.

“This book was GOOD. It had losses, love, and war along with legends.  I know if you read this book, you will not want it to end.” Rosalea


The Intruders- Coontz

April 25, 2008

An awesome book, action packed.  Gives insight into the Navy, even if you don’t like the Navy, it’s a good book.  “Flight of the Intruder” is first book in the series. 

Thomas


Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy–Douglas Adams

January 18, 2008

I would recommend this book because Douglas Adams has created striking characters, witty dialogue, and a plot with a twist that readers would never expect.

Caley


Lightning Thief–Rick Rodeon

January 18, 2008

Percy “Perius” Jackson has strange things goin on with him and he is being attacked by mythical creatures like Medusa, Cerberus, Chimera, etc… The masterbolt that is owned by Zues was stolen and it is up to percy and his friends to retain it and prevent WWIII between the gods.

Cody


Don Quixote–Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra

January 18, 2008

Don Quixote is hilarious. It is full of adventure. Worth reading. 5/5

Julianna


Tithe–Holly Black

January 18, 2008

I couldn’t put this book down. The characters just draw you in. It has all the things a good book should have: romance, intrigue, mystery, and unexpected plot twists. I can’t wait to read the next one.

Ariel


Ender’s Game–Orson Scott Card

January 18, 2008

Ender Wiggen is forced to join the military as a young boy to fight against the Buggers, a race at war with humanity. This book deals with the pressure Ender faces to become the perfect killer. Orson Scott Card has created engaging characters and devastating plot twists that always leave the reader wandering, ‘what’s going to happen next?’

Caley


Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception–Eoin Colfer

January 18, 2008

Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception is fast paced and exciting. It has sleek gadgets and intelligent dialog. 5/5

Julianna