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Big Nate Lives It Up!

Big Nate Lives it Up

By Lincoln Pierce
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
A.T.
Jul 10, 2024

Big Nate Lives it Up, is a wacky and whimsical story, with never ending laughs! The characters also help the plot and story a lot, as they can go against Big Nate, or they can help him, and off endless laughs! Another reason why I love this book is because it also happens to incorporate a little mystery here and there, and will also have you constantly giggling at every page. I would definitely recommend this book to people who enjoy books with lots and lots of humor!

Teen Review
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

By J.K. Rowling
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Sriha P.
Jul 10, 2024

In Harry’s last year at Hogwarts comes even more danger. Filled with a long journey, Harry, Ron, and Hermoine set out to fight Voldemort by destroying the 7 Horcruxes. Whether it is everyone changing to look like Harry or using the sword of Gryffindor this book is filled with events that are fun exciting and sometimes scary! This book is a really awesome book. I love how it is filled with the perfect amount of fun and adventure. This whole book was a page-turner and I couldn’t stop reading it.

Teen Review
Hearstopper 3

Heartstopper - Volume #3

By Alice Oseman
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Shereen
Jul 10, 2024

Summary: Nick and Charlie are on another adventure to Paris with their friends and classmates! They both start telling other people about their relationship and being more open about themselves with each other. On the other hand, Tao and Elle finally face their feelings for each other and express them.

Teen Review
Heartstopper 2

Heartstopper - Volume #2

By Alice Oseman
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Shereen
Jul 10, 2024

Summary: Charlie has just kissed Nick and feels as if he has ruined everything by doing so. Nick feels confused because he doesn’t understand his own sexuality though he knows that he didn’t want Charlie to feel horrible. They both deal with the aftermath of the kiss and how to proceed with their relationship.

Teen Review
Heartstopper by Alice Heartstopper by Alice Osemen

Heartstopper - Volume #1

By Alice Oseman
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Shereen
Jul 10, 2024

Summary: Charlie Spring, a soft-hearted boy, sits next to Nick Nelson, a rugby player. They start becoming close friends making Charlie think he would never have a chance with Nick. On the other hand, Nick is struggling to understand how he feels. The two of them become closer and work each problem out together.

Teen Review
Dracula

Dracula

By Bram Stoker
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Z. Ahmed
Jul 10, 2024

Bram Stoker's Dracula is a Gothic horror masterpiece that has shaped vampire lore for over a century. The novel's interesting format, combining journal entries, letters, and newspaper articles, creates an immersive and suspenseful narrative. The novel begins with Jonathan Harker, a young English solicitor, traveling to Transylvania to help Count Dracula with a real estate transaction. Harker soon becomes a prisoner in Dracula's castle and discovers the Count's vampiric nature.

Teen Review
Refugee

Refugee

By Alan Gratz
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
ABKhan
Jul 9, 2024

Summary: Alan Gratz’s Refugee tells three riveting tales about 3 different children and their escape as refugees to freedom. The book jumps between the stories of these children, telling truly bone chilling tales of their escapes, sacrifices, and hardships to get to freedom.

Teen Review
Big Nate Lives It Up!

Big Nate Lives It Up!

By Lincoln Pierce
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
ABKhan
Jul 9, 2024

Summary: Nate has a problem, and his name is Breckenridge Puffington III. He’s a new kid at PS. 38, Nate’s school, and Principal Nichols is forcing Nate to be Breckenridge’s “buddy”. The only thing is, Breckenridge seems to be quite a nerd. He doesn’t like cartooning or sports like Nate, and instead enjoys FLOWERS. Yeah, you read that right. Flowers.

Teen Review

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

By Jeff Kinney
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Rishi Tek
Jul 9, 2024

Summary: Diary of a Wimpy Kid is a hilarious and relatable series written by Jeff Kinney. The main character, Greg Heffley, shares his middle school experiences. The book captures the essence of the awkwardness and challenges of growing up, making it highly relatable for young readers. Greg's misadventures and humorous take on everyday situations make the book an enjoyable read. Review: The author's writing style and the inclusion of cartoons make it a fun and engaging experience for readers of all ages.

Teen Review
Closer to Nowhere by Ellen Hopkins

Closer to Nowhere

By Ellen Hopkins
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
SP
Jul 9, 2024

Closer to Nowhere is a very emotional and heart-warming story that shows family dynamics and relationships. This book follows the story of 2 cousins, Hannah, and Cal, who are forced to live together due to family problems. Even though at first they do not get along they must uncover family secrets and face difficulties together. In this novel, we see how the story of Hannah and Cal plays out. I enjoyed this story a lot because I loved how heart-touching and realistic this story is.

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