Reviews by Tag: friendship

Teen Review
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Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth

By Judd Winick
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Nithin
Nov 8, 2024

Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth kicks off the series with an electrifying start! Judd Winick masterfully introduces Hilo, a fearless and friendly space traveler struggling to regain his memories after crashing to Earth. With the help of D.J. and Gina, local kids who become his allies, Hilo navigates his new surroundings, uncovering clues about his mysterious past. Winick's engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations bring Hilo's world to life, perfectly balancing action, humor, and heart.

Teen Review
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The Last Olympian

By Rick Riordan
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Nithin
Nov 8, 2024

Percy Jackson and the Last Olympian concludes the series with an electrifying showdown between Olympians and Titans. Riordan masterfully ties together plot threads, delivering a satisfying finale. Percy's journey from uncertain hero to confident leader shines. Kronos's army launches a massive attack on Mount Olympus, prompting Percy and friends to defend their home. The prophecy surrounding Percy's fate unfolds as he discovers his crucial role in the battle. Annabeth, Grover, Nico, and other allies rally around Percy.

Teen Review
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The Lightning Thief

By Rick Riordan
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Nithin
Nov 8, 2024

Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief ignites the world of Greek mythology with a thrilling adventure that catapults readers into a realm of gods, monsters, and legendary quests. Author, Rick Riordan, masterfully weaves modern-day characters with ancient lore, crafting a captivating narrative. Percy's relatable voice and humorous tone make this debut a page-turner. The story begins with Percy Jackson, a young boy who discovers he's the son of Poseidon, Greek god of the sea.

Teen Review
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Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief

By Rick Riordan
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Dovey_10
Oct 18, 2024

Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief is the beginning to an epic series filled with action, humor, and everything in between. It all starts with Percy Jackson himself, a troubled young teen with his mom as his only other living family member and a seemingly ordinary life. However, that all changes one day when he is suddenly whisked into the wild and confusing world of the Greek gods--and finds out that his very own father is one of them.

Teen Review
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A Separate Peace

By John Knowles
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Jack M.
Oct 18, 2024

During World War II, Gene Forrester is sent to a boarding school known for its academics and war preparation. There, Gene meets Finny and quickly becomes friends. Finny is the popular, athletic, and charming kid everyone dreams about being, and he helps to bring Gene out of his shell. It’s during a test of bravery that Finny gets hurt and might never recover. What’s worse, is that Gene might be behind this accident.

Teen Review
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The Crooked Kingdom

By Leigh Bardugo
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Mahek
Sep 25, 2024

The Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo is a fantasy novel, the second in the Six of Crows Duology and part of the greater Grishaverse series. Following the first book where the group of teenagers broke into the Ice Court to free the chemist who created jurda parem, this book follows the group again as they attempt to get the money they were promised after being double-crossed by the lord who sent them on the mission. At the same time, there are conflicts between the different countries as well.

Teen Review
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Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief

By Rick Riordan
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Eli
Sep 25, 2024

Rick Riordan’s fantasy book, Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief is the first book in the Percy Jackson series. In the book, Percy realizes he is a demigod, son of a god and mortal parent, which puts him at risk. On his way to a safe haven camp called Camp Half-Blood, his mom is taken. After befriending a few people, Percy embarks on a journey to the underworld to get his mom back. On the way he faces monsters and many other enemies, as he learns to use his powers.

Teen Review
A Separate Peace book cover

A Separate Peace

By John Knowles
Star Rating
★★

Rated by
Eli
Sep 25, 2024

John Knowles’s A Separate Peace, taking place in the 1940s, goes through the life and struggles of Gene Forrester. Gene is a quiet boy that attends The Devon School, where he meets his future friend Finny. At first, they develop a strong friendship, but it begins to turn sour as envy gets in the way. The friendship takes a dark turn as the tree jumping ritual, developed by the friends, ends in Gene pushing Finny off the tree. The rest of the book is spent on Gene trying to find himself as Finny recovers.

Teen Review
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Big Nate Blasts Off

By Lincoln Peirce
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Nithin
Sep 25, 2024

Big Nate Blasts Off is another delightful addition to the Big Nate series, filled with humor, relatable moments, and Nate’s unforgettable antics. In this book, Nate Wright faces new challenges as he deals with school bullies, friends, and his never-ending quest to be the center of attention. With a hilarious storyline centered on Nate's dreams of achieving greatness, the book keeps readers hooked from beginning to end.

Teen Review
Big Nate Flips Out by Lincoln Peirce

Big Nate Flips Out

By Lincoln Peirce
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Nithin
Sep 19, 2024

Big Nate Flips Out by Lincoln Peirce, the fifth book in the Big Nate series, brings a fresh twist to Nate’s usual antics when his messy habits become a big problem. After losing his best friend, Francis, over his chronic disorganization, Nate decides to make a drastic change. With the help of hypnotism, Nate becomes obsessively neat and organized—but as you’d expect, things quickly spiral out of control in hilarious ways.

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