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The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

The Song of Achilles

By Madeline Miller
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Anonymous
Mar 30, 2025

Patroclus is a young prince, thrown out of his kingdom after a display of violence that leaves no room for mercy. He is sent to a foreign place where he is unknown, with other exiled boys of the land. There they live together, training and eating as a group, until they are deemed worthy to return to their respectful kingdoms. While in this group, Patroclus notices one boy who stands out. His name is Achilles, and he glows with life in whatever room he’s in. Patroclus is drawn to him, as a young boy and later during adolescence.

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Who is the Man in the Air? by Gabriel Soria

Who is the Man in the Air?

By Gabriel Soria
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Rishi Tek
Mar 30, 2025

This book is about Michael Jordan, one of the best basketball players ever. The book tells the story of how he went from a young boy with big dreams to an NBA superstar. It shows his hard work, determination and love for the game, as well as the challenges he faced and the goals he achieved. The book also talks about how he became famous worldwide and inspired millions of fans.

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Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas

Crown of Midnight

By Sarah J. Maas
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Maya
Mar 30, 2025

Crown of Midnight is the second book in the Throne of Glass series. After winning the competition, Celaena is the King’s Champion and is sent to assassinate the King of Adarlan’s rivals. Celaena and Chaol, captain of the guard, explore the darkness roaming the castle and the continent while also exploring their relationship with each other. Secrets are exposed and Celaena is forced into a battle for the people she cares most for. 

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The Assassin’s Blade by Sarah J. Maas

The Assassin’s Blade

By Sarah J. Maas
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Maya
Mar 30, 2025

The Assassin’s Blade is the prequel to Sarah J Maas’s book series Throne of Glass. The Assassin’s Blade follows young assassin Celaena Sardothien and how she ended up in a slave camp called Endovier. It was the third book written in the series and is personally one of my favorites because of the character development and introduction to new characters. It includes multiple short stories about adventures she went on and different people she met.

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Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas

Throne of Glass

By Sarah J. Maas
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Maya
Mar 30, 2025

Throne of Glass is the first book in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J Maas. It is definitely the worst book in the series, but it is still a fantastic and interesting book. This book follows enslaved assassin Celaena Sardothien who is chosen to compete in a tournament for the prince of Adarlan. She has to compete against other fighters and mercenaries to achieve the title of King’s Champion. While competing, she makes new friends and uncovers a terrible darkness that is killing off her competitors.

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House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas

House of Sky and Breath

By Sarah J. Maas
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Maya
Mar 30, 2025

House of Sky and Breath is the second book in the Crescent City series and is definitely a downgrade from the first one. The story follows Bryce, Hunt and their friends after surviving the attack of Hel, a demon realm, in the first book. Bryce takes risks in her relationship with both Hunt and the rebel rebellion that is fighting against the unjust rule of the Asteri. Secrets are exposed and new enemies are revealed as Bryce and Hunt explore their future.

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House of Earth and Blood

House of Earth and Blood

By Sarah J. Maas
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Maya
Mar 30, 2025

House of Earth and Blood is the first book in the Crescent City series written by Sarah J Maas. The story follows a half human, half fae female named Bryce Quinlan who is trying to solve the murder of her best friend. In a world full of magic, Bryce has very little and has to rely on her wits and her new companion and assigned protector, Hunt Athalar. Bryce and Hunt work together to uncover the truth about her friend's murder and what power lurks beneath the city.

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The Book Thief book cover

The Book Thief

By Markus Zusak
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Tristan Jenkins
Mar 30, 2025

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak is one of the most powerful stories that I have read. Taking place during the Holocaust, this book’s depth is immediately apparent (as is any story in the face of such a great tragedy.) The story centers around a girl named Liesel, who loses her family at the novel’s opening, and thus finds herself in the care of the Huberman family. The Huberman family provides Liesel with a new warmth that had been lacking previously in her life–they represent, for her, a true family.

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Who is George Lucas? by Pam Pollack & Meg Belviso

Who is George Lucas?

By Pam Pollack & Meg Belviso
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Rishi Tek
Mar 30, 2025

This book is about George Lucas, the man who created Star Wars and Indiana Jones. It tells the story of his early life, from his love of cars and movies as a kid to his journey in Hollywood. The book shows how he struggled to make Star Wars, but through hard work and creativity changed movies forever. It also talks about how he improved special effects and storytelling in films.

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The Great Gatsby By F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Great Gatsby

By F. Scott Fitzgerald
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Anonymous
Mar 30, 2025

The Great Gatsby is a phenomenal novel that is well worth its notoriety. It takes place in the Roaring twenties in east coast America, specifically New York’s Long Island. It follows Nick Carraway, a prospective stockbroker who isn’t rich, but has acquaintances in the ultra wealthy social circle. These “old-money” people look down upon the “new-money” individuals who are trying to join their social class. Nick meets his neighbor, Jay Gatsby, and he seems to want to take Nick under his wing.

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