Just Ella
By: Margaret Peterson Haddix
My Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
I loved this story. About true beauty, about independence, about whatever you want it to be about. I saw parts of the ending coming, but parts that I would be mad about if they didn't show up. I liked the way the story ended, but I wish that Mary was there, there were a couple spots where I wanted something to happen, but didn't, but nothing that I can get super mad about, just things I would've done that Ella didn't. Overall, I really enjoyed this book, and would show it.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Seraphina- Rachel Hartman
Seraphina by Rachel HartmanMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
I loved this book, but I felt as though the name Dragon, kind of ruined it a little bit for me. I wish Rachel Hartman chose a less generic name for the dragon species. I feel this way because when I'm describing or recommending this book to people I start talking about dragons and I think they automatically kind of put a barrier up. I love the way Seraphina organized her brain, and all the different elements and aspects of what she is. This book has so many lovely twists and turns and dimensions. I would definitely show this book. Great!
Friday, September 27, 2013
City of Ember - Jeanne DuPrau
City of Ember - Jeanne DuPrau
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book. The setting was so unique, and the characters lived in such a world that was so similar to ours, yet so totally different. I loved the plot, it kept my eyes popping out of my head!! The things we find simple or normal, like the color of the sky, are crazy to them!! I think this is an amazing book and would definitely show it.
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book. The setting was so unique, and the characters lived in such a world that was so similar to ours, yet so totally different. I loved the plot, it kept my eyes popping out of my head!! The things we find simple or normal, like the color of the sky, are crazy to them!! I think this is an amazing book and would definitely show it.
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Among the Hidden - Margaret Peterson Haddix
Among the Hidden - Margaret Peterson Haddix
The ideas expressed in this book were really interesting and I like how the book didn't go exactly how you liked. **SPOILER** I actually (although I was not happy at first) enjoy the fact the jen died. To me this seems more realistic, and kind of takes away that "the good guy always survives aspect of the book". I would recommend this book, and if you really liked them I would also suggest the rest of the series. The ideas in this book could be a bit controversial though, but I personally enjoyed to books, and would show them.
The ideas expressed in this book were really interesting and I like how the book didn't go exactly how you liked. **SPOILER** I actually (although I was not happy at first) enjoy the fact the jen died. To me this seems more realistic, and kind of takes away that "the good guy always survives aspect of the book". I would recommend this book, and if you really liked them I would also suggest the rest of the series. The ideas in this book could be a bit controversial though, but I personally enjoyed to books, and would show them.
The Giver- Lois Lowry
The Giver- Lois Lowry
Rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was very deep. The thoughts, the ending, it was all just... wow! Initially, the ending bugged me. The ending of the Giver was the most open ended ending I've ever read. Lois Lowry said that many people were frustrated with the ending of this book. Looking back, the end is alright, but still not my favorite. If you are dis-satisfied with the end, I would highly suggest reading the next 3 books. But YOU MUST READ IN ORDER!! I cant' stress this enough. I feel as thought the whole plot is ruined through not reading the whole book. It's very thought provoking, and causes good conversations; even if you don't like the book. But... I did love this book, and would definitely show it.
Persuasion- Jane Austen
Persuasion- Jane Austen
Rating: 5 stars
I love the amount of thoughts that Anne, the main character had. She deeply thought about each action of every character in depth. In addition, I enjoyed how she was really smart and a lovely person, but at the beginning of the book everyone just took her for granted and didn't really give her much thought. My favorite quote from the book speaks of Anne as she is at the beginning," Her word had no weight, her convenience was always to give way." Jane Austen developed all the characters in such a way that it was difficult to tell which would be important later in the story and which would simply be in the book for one scene, then drift out. The Old English in this book made it a little tricky at first, as well as the density. Although once I got used to it the language wasn't an issue at all. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it to a more advanced reader. (Meaning I would Show it)
Rating: 5 stars
I love the amount of thoughts that Anne, the main character had. She deeply thought about each action of every character in depth. In addition, I enjoyed how she was really smart and a lovely person, but at the beginning of the book everyone just took her for granted and didn't really give her much thought. My favorite quote from the book speaks of Anne as she is at the beginning," Her word had no weight, her convenience was always to give way." Jane Austen developed all the characters in such a way that it was difficult to tell which would be important later in the story and which would simply be in the book for one scene, then drift out. The Old English in this book made it a little tricky at first, as well as the density. Although once I got used to it the language wasn't an issue at all. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it to a more advanced reader. (Meaning I would Show it)
Sunday, June 9, 2013
About Throw or Show
Throw or Show - In a Nutshell
Throw or Show is about books, and whether I would throw them away, or show them to everyone.
Throw or Show- The Idea
Throw or Show is meant to be helpful to anyone trying to find a good book to read, or wondering whether a certain book is worth reading. I try to keep the reviews as short as possible as most people generally shy away from long paragraphs.
Throw or Show- The Story
This blog came to be as an idea. I've always loved books and have had a very active goodreads account. The idea was to create a blog, and make it as user friendly as possible. My dad was the originator of the idea. We thought that (it was almost summer) some of my friends and people we know could use the blog as a reference for summer reading material. We talked about a couple different ideas for a while, then got straight on the computer and made this blog. Honestly, there isn't much more to it then that.
Throw or Show is about books, and whether I would throw them away, or show them to everyone.
Throw or Show- The Idea
Throw or Show is meant to be helpful to anyone trying to find a good book to read, or wondering whether a certain book is worth reading. I try to keep the reviews as short as possible as most people generally shy away from long paragraphs.
Throw or Show- The Story
This blog came to be as an idea. I've always loved books and have had a very active goodreads account. The idea was to create a blog, and make it as user friendly as possible. My dad was the originator of the idea. We thought that (it was almost summer) some of my friends and people we know could use the blog as a reference for summer reading material. We talked about a couple different ideas for a while, then got straight on the computer and made this blog. Honestly, there isn't much more to it then that.
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