Book #137 Read in 2016
Dash and Lily's Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
A reader has to love a book that is set partially in The Strand, one of NYC's famous bookstores. Lily leaves a red notebook there for someone to find and Dash is that someone. The two begin a written communication and book of dares that eventually leads them to meet. Will they begin a friendship? A romance? Both? A nice YA Christmas-time romance book that I highly recommend to high school and adult readers alike. I borrowed this book from the public library and the sequel is on its way to the library for me.
Book #136 Read in 2016
Wonder Woman at Super Hero High by Lisa Yee
This is the first in a young adult series. This is a series set in a high school for super heroes in the making. Wonder Woman leaves Paradise Island to enroll in this school and her sheltered upbringing causes some moments of confusion for her to fit in to school. This was a good quick read that middle school readers, as well as high school readers, as well as adult readers would enjoy. I borrowed this book from the public library.
Book #135 Read in 2016
In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse by Joseph Marshall III
This is a good way for younger readers to learn about Crazy Horse. Battle details are told in between Jimmy's road trip with his grandfather. This makes the book flow well and won't bog down readers with the historical details. I borrowed this book from the public library.
Book #134 Read in 2016
The Plot to Kill Hitler by Patricia McCormick
Famous young adult literature author McCormick takes on a non-fiction piece in this book. This is geared towards young adult readers and details a conspiracy by Germans to kill Hitler to stop his madness against Jewish people. It was a quick read and was written in a way that made it seem like fiction rather than a textbook. Young adult readers would appreciate that. I borrowed this book from the public library.
Book #133 Read in 2016
What Light by Jay Asher
This is a sweet love story that is a perfect Christmas read. Sierra's parents head to CA one month a year to run their Christmas tree farm. Sierra, this year, meets up with Caleb, a local boy, and is drawn to him. But there are rumors of his violent past and the time table that is working against them. Will they find love in spite of the obstacles? Great read for high school girls and adults.
Book #132 Read in 2016
Cat Got Your Diamonds by Julie Chase
This is the first in a cozy mystery series. Lacy owns a pet clothing/treat shop, which was broken into and the thief was then murdered. Lacy, at first, is a suspect which brings Jack, a detective, to her door. Lacy begins her own investigation which places her in peril frequently but Jack tries to keep her safe. This was a good mystery and kept me guessing as to the murderer's identity until the end. I received a copy of this book from Amazon Vine in exchange for a honest review.
Book #131 Read in 2016
Nickeled-and-Dimed to Death by Denise Swanson
This is the second installment in a cozy mystery series, where Dev owns a dime store. In this book, her lawyer friend Boone is accused of murdering one of his clients and Dev begins her own investigation. At the same time, she is caught between two would-be suitors: Noah and Jake. A good cast of secondary characters and an intelligent heroine make this a good cozy series. I borrowed this book from the public library.
