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Brisingr (Inheritance Cycle)

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by: Christopher Paolini

September 20, 2008

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Breaking Dawn (Twilight Saga)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

August 04, 2008
Breaking dawn is a amazing ending, seductive and as entertainning it is. You can enjoy this book knowing that it lives up to the past books, it twists and turns. Making a thrilling read although it could have been spread over 2 books.

Everything you knew comes and more, it makes for an interesting end to this amazing saga. I am annonyed that it has to come to an end but it certainly ends with a new way to look at Bella.

When it first switched to Jacob i was confused but when i worked it out, it actually made the book better. The ending was a bit "and they lived happily ever after..." but if you left it with a cliffhanger there would be that demand for another book. Only so many bad things can happen to a vampire and ... Read More:

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Artemis Fowl and the Time Paradox: 6 (Artemis Fowl)

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by: Eoin Colfer

August 07, 2008
A few people said this was one of Eoin Colfer's "weaker" books, I say they couldn't be more wrong. In my opinion this is by far the best Artemis Fowl so far. Considering I'm not exactly the target audience, at 19 years old, just adds further credit to how riveting, consuming and exhilarating this book is.

It is good that the style is slightly different with more in depth character development. We don't want the first book repeated again but in different words.

Well done Eoin!!

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Twilight (Twilight Saga)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

September 01, 2006
I thought I'd never say this about any book, but this is as good as Harry Potter! However, only really for the girls.

Twilight is an incredibly intense love story between plain, 17 year old Bella and irresistable vampire, Edward. The writing is very intricate and draws you into their world and emotions in a way I have never experienced with a book before. You will want the story never to end. The intensity of the writing will draw you in and hold you ransom. You will find yourself refusing all your favourite things (for me it was food, TV and sleep) just so you can carry on reading this book. It's a unique reading experience.

Most teenage girls will be able to indentify with Bella, though she is no bimbo air head and not your ... Read More:

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Nation

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by: Terry Pratchett

September 11, 2008
I thought I'd never say this about any book, but this is as good as Harry Potter! However, only really for the girls.

Twilight is an incredibly intense love story between plain, 17 year old Bella and irresistable vampire, Edward. The writing is very intricate and draws you into their world and emotions in a way I have never experienced with a book before. You will want the story never to end. The intensity of the writing will draw you in and hold you ransom. You will find yourself refusing all your favourite things (for me it was food, TV and sleep) just so you can carry on reading this book. It's a unique reading experience.

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New Moon (Twilight Saga)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

January 17, 2008
An enjoyable read but follows a very similar pattern to the first book which makes it far too predictable and slightly repetitive. Having said that, I think the relationship between Bella and Jacob was far superior than Edward and Bella - how many people will shoot me down for that? :). I think this is because it's much more natural, the latter's relationship always seemed a bit superficial, what with Bella always being dazed by Edward's beauty. Then again, perhaps Jacob is too good for the likes of Bella. Her constant references to her metaphorical holes did irk me quite a bit. Also, the comparisons to Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet were just a tad too corny.

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Eclipse (Twilight Saga)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

October 02, 2008
I've finish reading Twilight and New Moon. Eclipse... hmmm... I can't really give a thought of reading without skipping it. Everytime I read the part, where Bella and Jacob is so very passionate and over friendship sort of relationship, this is where I freak out and skip the page or chapter where I can enjoy Edward/Bella moment is.. I am not a type of reader who is into this sort of theme. Bella is not my cup of tea when it comes to love, she is so immature. Why can't she treat Jacob as her brother, just like brotherly love, not a freaking deep love that you felt the same way as your vampire boyfriend... Well I still like some part of the book. It's not my kind of story but it's worth to try reading it.

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The General (CHERUB)

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by: Robert Muchamore

September 04, 2008
CHERUB: The General follows the main CHERUB agents to Las Vegas in America, where they take part in one of the biggest war games ever. As always Muchamore is on top form, and the characters are well developed, plots are more action packed, and comical as ever.

We find out more about Kazakov, a Ukrainian training instructor whose brutal tactics and war expertise come right into play when he's asked to head an insurgency against an entire American battalion. As battle begins in the world's largest urban training com, James Adams and his fellow CHERUB agents are on the front line, deploying Kazakov's tactics against the troops. Kazakov thinks he'll have the troops, on the ground and begging for mercy before day two ends; but will it be so easy?

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Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging: WITH "It's OK, I'm Wearing Really Big Knickers!" (Confessions of Georgia Nicolson)

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by: Louise Rennison

June 02, 2008
CHERUB: The General follows the main CHERUB agents to Las Vegas in America, where they take part in one of the biggest war games ever. As always Muchamore is on top form, and the characters are well developed, plots are more action packed, and comical as ever.

We find out more about Kazakov, a Ukrainian training instructor whose brutal tactics and war expertise come right into play when he's asked to head an insurgency against an entire American battalion. As battle begins in the world's largest urban training com, James Adams and his fellow CHERUB agents are on the front line, deploying Kazakov's tactics against the troops. Kazakov thinks he'll have the troops, on the ground and begging for mercy before day two ends; but will it be so easy?

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Oath Breaker: Chronicles of Ancient Darkness book 5 (Chronicles Of Ancient Darkness)

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by: Michelle Paver

September 01, 2008
Another unmissable episode in the story of Torak and his "pack"! I agree with the other reviewer that the stories are getting darker with each book, as Torak goes through his adolescent rites of passage, and much sadder too, in line with the overall series name - "Chronicles of Ancient Darkness". I can imagine my youngest son, who is 9 and yet to read "Oathbreaker"(ha! ha! I got first dibs!!), becoming quite upset, as the plot for this story not only introduces us to new characters, but says goodbye to someone very important to Torak. Michelle Paver also reveals more of Torak's history and that of his parents, with some heartbreaking revelations. It is exciting and full of tension as Torak faces yet another threat to his and his friends security, and reluctantly acknowledges ... Read More: