When two friends have a sleepover in a house that’s going to get torn down the next morning, one of the boys discovers a Babe Ruth baseball card. The card is worth millions, but when they go to the antique store, the owner tells them it’s not worth much and buys it cheap. When the boys find out, can they pull off the plan to get inside the owner’s house and steal it back?? It’s really a great book!! [selgirl132]
Swindle
March 19, 2010 — falconmediaThe Siren Song
March 8, 2010 — falconmediaThe plot leads to a nice cruise with a girl named Charlotte trying to have a good time, but that is quickly ruined when Poseidon plans to send a monster to devour the ship. The only way to kill it is with his trident. Can they stop him before it’s too late? [tx1100]
Skeleton Key
March 5, 2010 — falconmediaAfter completing two missions for the MI6, the English equivalent of the CIA, Alex isn’t too keen on being used again. However, when he is asked to be a ballboy at a tennis tournament, he can’t refuse. But once there, he discovers a scandal. After beating up a member of an Asian gang, he’s forced to stay in hiding. This puts Alex on an even more dangerous mission at Skeleton Key, near Cuba, where he must face a nuclear threat. Great book. The whole series is awesome! To get the full story, read this action-packed adventure. Third in the Alex Rider series. [Fullmetal]
The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Prisoner’s Dilemma
March 3, 2010 — falconmedia
Constance Contraire is not normal. She is part of the Mysterious Benedict Society and she’s only three. She also has the power to read minds. She can make you do anything she wants you to do, and predict the weather. What could happen? [berryice 2345]
Crown of Earth
March 3, 2010 — falconmedia
Prince Edoran is the only heir to the throne of Deorthas, and he might just lose it because of his decision. He has gone, left the palace in search of a friend. He meets burglars, pirates, and a person named the Falcon, Arisa’s mother. Will he find his friend in time? [berryice 2345]
Elephant Run
February 3, 2010 — falconmedia
This was seriously one of the BEST books I have ever read. It’s about this boy named Nick who is sent to his dad’s plantation after the Japanese blow up their apartment building. His dad owns a Timber Plantation where the elephants do the work. When Nick arrives his dad has a lot of work to do. Nick is not thrilled about that, so he looks around the place. He then gets beaten up by his old playmate Hannibul (an elephant). He went to the plantation to be protected, but the Japanese soon take over and keep almost everyone Nick knows hostage. Will Nick be able to find his dad? [Frogcactus704]
The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey
February 1, 2010 — falconmedia
Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance are back to see their friend that had brought them together about a year ago. There is only one problem: Mr. Benedict is missing! As the children try to find their beloved friend on a journey that takes them across the sea, it includes the Ten Men. Why do they call them the Ten Men? Just wait and see … [berryice2345]
Peak
December 18, 2009 — falconmedia
How would you feel if you were doing something and then you heard, “Freeze! You are under arrest!”
Peak (yes, that is his name) is a 14-year-old boy. He heard this when he was climbing a skyscraper. Before he heard it he got his face stuck to it! Peak has to go to court for climbing a skyscraper. He is found guilty, but his dad takes him to Asia. You see, Peak’s parents are divorced, his mom is remarried to a guy named Rolf and he has 2 sisters with the same birthday as him. His dad is Joshua Wood, a climber and founder of Peak Experiences (no, sadly, it was not named after Peak). Joshua has a plan to get Peak to climb Mount Everest, but he has to do it before his birthday to be the youngest climber ever. Then there is Sun-jo, who works for Zoppa, who is a monk. Sun-jo is 5 days older than Peak. Who will get to the top? Will Peak become friends with this Sun-jo person? Who knows? [SpiritGirl29]
Click
December 10, 2009 — falconmedia
One novel, ten authors. All different stories told by different people. It was quite confusing to read because it was hard to keep up with everyone. The story revolves around one person, Gee, which is short for George Keane. Gee is Maggie’s and Jason’s grandpa (if you read the book, you can find out about them). Overall it was good! [ladybug28]
Red Rider’s Hood
December 8, 2009 — falconmedia
The main character is this guy named Red Rider. The funny thing is that he goes to his grandmother’s house and realizes that the leader of the Wolves gang is disguised as his grandmother. The other wolves come into the house. The leader chokes Red Rider, steals his money, throws him in the basement and trashes the house. Even worse, he gets his car stolen. [Urban Ninja]
Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy
December 7, 2009 — falconmedia
Cammie is an average teenage girl – well, not really! She goes to a special school for spies, an all girls school. From the beginning they were tough on a couple of things:
1) They must keep their secret and not interact with anyone outside the school walls (Cammie broke that rule by dating Josh, her ex-boyfriend).
2) There is only one school, Gallager Academy, yet she discover that there’s another one (gasp!) except for boys.
3) Being a spy is the hardest thing especially when you must deceive your headmistress (also her mom), some of the best spies (her teachers), and the new guests!
A great book! Although I want a sequel, I really didn’t like the ending much … [who am i?]
Last of the Mohicans
October 20, 2009 — falconmedia
This book is at the time of the French and Indian War. The Englishmen are being led to another fort that is under attack and in need of soliders. The general, some soldiers, and two sisters are going to the fort. They are being led by and Iroquois chief that was helping the French. When the Iroquois got lost the group got worried. Le Rende, the Iroqois, ran away. Everyone got worried, then they found a Mochian chief talking to explorers. From there on out they ran in to lots of trouble with the Iroqois. [tigerblack19]
Gulliver’s Travels
September 18, 2009 — falconmedia
So far this is an AMAZING book!! It’s about a young boy who dreams of traveling the world. His father says that he has to finish studying to travel. After his studies have ended he joins this group and they start to travel the seven seas. One night there is a storm and the boat sinks and only Gulliver survives. He floats until he washes upon shore. When he wakes up the next day he finds that he is pinned down. I have only read up to this point and have to read the rest. So far I would recommend this book to any reader that is interested in adventure fiction. [sUpPi3do0dl3]
Nobody’s Prize
May 13, 2009 — falconmedia
Princess Helen of Sparta and her friend, the former slave Milo, have set off on their journey for the golden fleece of a flying ram. Or, more preciesly, to follow her brothers, to prove she can do whatever they can.
But it isn’t long before Helen runs into trouble. She falls for a guy who has no interest in her, she must suffer the loss of a dear friend, she has a jealous woman with a burning love trying to kill her, and a man trying to keep her prisoner. Will Helen be able to find her way home? Will she ever see her brothers or sister again? And will Milo profess his love for her?
This is the sequel to Nobody’s Princess. I really liked it, personally. [Jordan]
Nobody’s Princess
May 8, 2009 — falconmedia
When she asks for her fortune from the Oracle at Delphi, princess Helen of Sparta is told “You’re going to grow up rich and beautiful, you’re going to meet a handsome man who’ll change your life, and you’re going to go on a long voyage with him.” The words are not prophecy, but a mere joke. But they do not come even close to describing Helen.
Helen of Sparta has everything that most girls only dream of having. She is beautiful, she is rich, and she will one day rule all of Sparta. And yet, she is not happy. She feels trapped inside her life, unable to say yes or no about her own life.
So she begins to take matters into her own hands. She gets combat training from her brother’s instructor, she squeezes some archery skills out of her mother, and she gains some riding knowledge from a huntress named Atalanta. More and more, Helen begins to see that she can control her own life. But she will not always make the right decisions … [Jordan]
New Book Haiku
April 16, 2009 — falconmedia
survive the half-pipe
but then terrorists attack
food? shelter? rescue?
Getting Air
by Dan Gutman
Fallen Angels
February 13, 2009 — falconmedia
This is a story about a young man named Richie Perry and his time in Vietnam. There’s tragedy, Purple Hearts, and fear that grips your soul. It’s a sad story, but one that has to be told. Myers captures the essence of Nam and creates this fantastic story, one that should stay alive in the hearts of Americans forever.
Alabama Moon
February 12, 2009 — falconmedia
If you want to read a surprisingly good book that never really gets boring, then read Alabama Moon! It’s about a boy who knows everything about nature and surviving. He also has to get from Alabama to Alaska. There are many twists and turns to this book. Some are good, some are bad but it will keep you on edge. I can see why this book was nominated for a Black-Eyed Susan Award!
- Moriah
Parade of Shadows
February 12, 2009 — falconmedia
Miss Julia Hamilton, of Durham Place, England, is going on an adventure in the Ottoman Empire. Taking place in 1907, this book has adventure and love. While taking a trip with her father, he falls ill. He soon recovers from being poisoned. Julia soon finds out that someone is causing trouble, but who? This book is historical fiction and multicultural.
- Monica
Everest, Book One: The Contest
February 3, 2009 — falconmedia
This book is amazing. It teaches you about facing yours fears. There are some kids that go on a trip to climb Mt. Everest. Do you think they’re going to make it? Find out! The book Everest has all the great components of a great story (suspense). When you start reading you just can’t stop!
- Angel
