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One thousand years ago, the Extraordinary Wizard Hotep-Ra prepared to leave this land for the last time. Hunted three times around by his ancient enemies, it was now time to fight. In the novel Fyre by Angie Sage, Hotep-Ra has made of the preparations he needed; the Wizard Tower filled with Magyk, a system of Quests given to
Read more“From the instant Taran set foot across the threshold, such a commotion filled the cottage that he scarcely knew which way to turn.” (Alexander 4) and so begins Lloyd Alexander’s last book, The High King, a Newbery Medal winner. I would recommend this book to any classmate with the utmost esteem because of how exciting the book is. Lloyd
Read more“Wow you look just like your mother?” This might be taken as an insult or compliment depending on who is saying it. In this case Alex’s mother is being mistaken as her daughter. The Land of Stories: The Enchantress Returns is all about the mistakes that are made throughout this novel. The main characters, Alex and Conner are once again
Read moreDanger is something that can happen at any moment in the Wizard world, whether it’s fighting a beast, learning a new magic spell, or even entering a tournament. The Harry Potter book series so far has been enjoyable throughout, and the Goblet of Fire is no exception. The Triwizard games are a huge gathering of wizards from three schools, a
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“I’d had more than my fair share of near-death experiences; it wasn’t something you ever really got used to. It seemed oddly inevitable, though, facing death again. Like I really was marked for disaster. I’d escaped time and time again, but it kept coming back for me.” These first four sentences of Stephenie Meyer’s Breaking Dawn grabbed my attention, and
Read more11 Birthdays, is an incredible novel written by Wendy Mass, that had me on my toes from cover to cover. I really enjoyed this intriguing story, and recommend it to anyone who likes realistic fiction with just a touch of fantasy. Amanda’s dreaded 11th birthday has finally arrived. She is about to celebrate with a lame Hollywood-themed party, while her
Read moreIs it possible to make a mystery story about ghosts that has mystery, suspense, and a dark twist appropriate for young kids? Jonathan Stroud’s Lockwood and Co certainly succeeded. This is because it was filled with sword fights and other action that kept me awake in bed more often than not, but also kept everything appropriate. This book is about
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“Killing a vampire is a lot easier than you’d think. I know TV and movies make it look really hard, like if you don’t hit the right spot, it won’t work. But the truth is, those are just rumors spread by vampire hunters to make themselves look tougher.” Izzy Brannick was trained to fight monsters when she was a little
Read moreImagine falling right into a book, that sends you off to a magical world of adventure. While reading The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell by Chris Colfer, that is exactly what I felt. The fascinating book is about twins Alex and Conner who go through a rough time after the loss of their father, the hero in their life.
Read moreLily Yates January 5th, 2015 Give Up The Ghost I have always wondered whether or not ghosts are real, and if so, what they are up to. Can you imagine just floating around, being ignored and wisping right through everything you try to touch? Ghosts must have a way to keep themselves
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