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mjcourchesne's reviews
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Matched by Ally Condie
3.0
I picked up this book at #ala12 along with crossed an looked forward to another fun YA series. It's certainly not the compelling ride that The Hunger Games provided, but it is an interesting twist on another post-apocalyptic world with star-crossed lovers in the mix. Little to no violence in the teenage rebellion here, and the young innocent love portrayed makes it better for younger readers.
Swamplandia! by Karen Russell
4.0
The strange world of Swamplandia will draw you in, and spit you out a bit confused on the other end. Still, an entertaining read.
Year Zero by Rob Reid
3.0
Amusing book. Part Hitchhiker's Guide, part copyright law. The characters are funny though not terribly well drawn and there is much need for suspension of disbelief when the characters so willingly jump from one philosophy to another, but still a very amusing look at piracy and copyright on an interstellar level. Knowledge of either music, the music industry or copyright law not necessary though an appreciation of one or more adds to the enjoyment.
Secret Identity by Wendelin Van Draanen
4.0
I read this book for the In2Books ePals reading program. I found it a thought-provoking read for kids on how one kid dealt with a bully in his school in a clever (though perhaps a bit deceitful) way. I am eager to read what my student thought!
Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to Health by William Davis
3.0
Krampus: The Yule Lord by Brom
4.0
Good, fun read for the holiday season. I received this as a birthday gift this past December and just devoured it. I have since read a bit more about the Krampus legend as a result. Good fun.