Author: Richard Adams Published: November 1952 Genres: Classic, Fantasy, YA By: Lucinda Star Rating: 4/5 stars After a terrifying premonition of what is to come for his warren, Fiver and his brother Hazel set out with a group of rabbits to find a new home. On this adventure, they encounter many challenges and trials in which Hazel shows his resourcefulness through his leadership and ability to make decisions. … Continue reading Book Review: Watership Down
Author: Kazue Kato Published: 2008 Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Manga, Supernatural By: Kyle Star Rating: 4/5 stars I like the manga quite a bit. The main character is the classic Shonen protagonist, as they are very loud, angry, and not the smartest tool in the shed. But what makes this manga so good to me, is that this main character (Rin Okumura), builds up people that he encounters. … Continue reading Book Review: Blue Exorcist
Author: Lynn Painter Published: 2021 Genres: Romance Fiction, YA By: Maya Star Rating: 4.5/5 stars Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter has been hailed as a “rom-com about romcoms.” This young adult book balances romance, humour, and plenty of pop-culture references, keeping readers invested in all the swoon-worthy moments throughout the story. Utilising classic rom-com tropes, Lynn Painter adds a fresh twist to a sweet love story. … Continue reading Book Review: Better Than The Movies
Author: Georgette Heyer Published: 1st January, 1950 Genres: Classics, Historical Romance, Regency Fiction. By: Lucinda Star Rating: 4/5 stars Set in a time of elegance and etiquette, the Regency Era, The Grand Sophy fully encapsulates what society was like back in the day but shows how easy all the rules come crashing down when one goes to the beat of their own drum. Sophy, a bubbly and mischievous young … Continue reading Book Review: The Grand Sophy
Author: Stephanie Garber Published: 2016 Genres: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, YA By: Jess Star Rating: 5/5 stars Remember, it’s only a game… Every year, Master Legend hosts the Caraval, a game twisted with magic. Those invited have the chance to win a single wish. To do so they must unravel the clues which can lead them in every direction. Scarlett Dragna has dreamt of Caraval her entire life. It … Continue reading Book Review: Caraval
Author: Kei Urana Published: 2022 Genres: Action, Dystopia, Fantasy, Manga, YA By: Kyle Gachiakuta is a manga that only has 100 chapters but is quickly becoming popular. The manga was written by Kei Urana. She is a former student of the great Atsushi Ohkubo, creator of the very famous Soul Eater and Fire Force. Gachiakuta (which means serious trash/garbage) is an action shonen manga that follows a character … Continue reading Book Review: Gachiakuta
Author: Natalie D. Richards Published: 2020 Genres: Horror, Mystery, Psychological thriller, YA By: Kayla Star Rating: 4/5 stars From Natalie D. Richards comes a chilling tale of thrill and suspense that is sure to keep any reader on their toes. Five Total Strangers tells the story of a road trip that quickly takes a deadly turn as dangerous secrets are uncovered, and life-threatening situations arise. Richards delivers the … Continue reading Book Review: Five Total Strangers
Author: Harper Lee Published: 1960 by J. B. Lippincott & Co Genres: Classics, Historical Fiction, Cultural perspective By: Isabella Star Rating: 4/5 stars Did you like the book? If not, why? This book is great. It weaves together a plot of action adventure and the hardships of life in 1933-35 (The Great Depression). This story is told by Jean Louise Finch, the main character also known as Scout. … Continue reading Book Review: To Kill a Mockingbird
Author: Becky Manawatu Published: 2019 Genres: Crime, New Zealand Fiction By: Zara Star Rating: 5/5 stars The story follows a Māori family broken by gangs, violence, abuse and grief that is told across a couple of generations. It has a very powerful storyline which is captivating but sad at the same time. It is a mystery which some of the characters know the answers to, but the … Continue reading Book Review: Auē
Author: Christopher Paolini Published: 2020 Genres: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Space Opera By: Lexie Star Rating: 2/5 stars To Sleep In A Sea Of Stars is a 877 page book, written by Christopher Paolini. He is a well known author, and the writer of The Inheritance Cycle. I am usually a big fan of long books. This is because there is always a rich story plot that is constantly … Continue reading Book Review: To Sleep in a Sea of Stars
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