Plot: Dicey Tillerman comes from a poor family consisting of her mother, two younger brothers and a younger sister. They are on their way to visit an aunt in Connecticut in hopes of living with her. On their way they stop at the mall. The mother asks Dicey to watch the children in the car while she goes into the mall. However, after many hours, even overnight, the mother never returns. Dicey realizes that they have been abandoned and decides to continue the trip to the aunt’s house on foot. When they arrive at their aunt’s house they find that their aunt has passes away and their older cousin that lives there is not very welcoming. As a result, they decide to leave and head south to find their grandmother. Once again they are traveling the distance on foot. Dicey has to find odd jobs along the way to support her family.

Why read? This is my favorite book of all time. When I was in seventh grade my reading teacher gave this book to me as a Christmas present and it has been my favorite ever since. It is a timeless story that many generations can relate to. I love the strength that Dicey shows against many odds. She never gives up. I have suggested this book to both boys and girls and found that they all love it. The sequel is Dicey’s Song.

Gossamer By: Lois Lowry
Recommended by: Miss Delehey
Plot: Gossamer is a wonderful story about one of my favorite hobbies—sleeping! Gossamer helps us to understand why we have dreams and why sometimes, we have nightmares. The story follows the path of a young dream-giver, Littlest One who is learning how to “bestow” dreams on people. Along the way, she works with other dreamgivers like Fastitidious and Thin Elderly. She learns the story of a young boy, John and the kind-hearted woman who adopts him. At night, dreamgivers go to work. When you are sleeping, they very quietly move about your home to touch pictures and objects to gain memories of things you've experienced. Then, they “bestow” these memories into your dreams! Littlest One must fight the forces of evil - the Sinisteeds, to make sure John has pleasant dreams...will she succeed? You'll have to read to find out. I promise you - you won’t be disappointed!

Why read? I loved this book for it’s simplicity in writing style. Even though the concept behind the book is totally creative and imaginative, the book is short, easy to read, and captivating. I love Lois Lowry and this book certainly did not disappoint. A great book for anyone who has ever dreamed of anything! Enjoy!

Ashes of Roses By: Mary Jane Auch

Recommended by: Mrs. Green

Plot: This book is historical fiction. It takes place in the early 1900s in New York City. Margaret Rose Nolan is a poor Irish immigrant. Her family took the long boat ride to America looking for better opportunities. Rose is determined to succeed in America. However, there are many obstacles that she has to overcome first. When she arrives in America with her mother and father, her slightly younger sister, and her baby brother they have to pass the medical exam at Ellis Island before they can enter the country. The family doesn’t think this will be a problem until the medical examiner tells them that the baby has an eye infection and is not allowed into the country. As a result, they baby has to return back to Ireland. The entire family can not afford to go back, so Margaret ‘s father goes home with the baby in hopes that the baby will recover and he can save enough money for them to come back. Margaret, whose name gets shortened to Rose at Ellis Island, is left to enter America with only her mother and her sister. When the sisters finally find a job, at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, a devastating fire forces them and their new friends to fight for their lives. Surrounded by pain, tragedy, and ashes, Rose wonders if there is anything left for her in this great land of America.

Why read? After reading the first few chapters of this book I didn’t want to put it down. It was like a movie that I didn’t want to end. The story is told in first person by the main character, Rose. I was able to connect with her because I wanted to see how she was going to overcome the obstacles. I loved the strength that Rose showed against many odds and how she never gave up. Also, I learned a lot about what it was like to be an immigrant. I have suggested this book to many students and found that they enjoyed it also.

Reviewers note: If you like this book, I think you will also like the historical fiction novel House of Tailors by Patricia Reilly Giff. read more reviews

I Know What You Did Last Summer By: Lois Duncan

Recommended by: Nigel J.

Plot: Four teenagers did something very wrong last summer. They vowed to never talk about it again. But someone found out, and they want revenge.

Why read? It is a thriller that will keep you reading until the end. read more reviews

Don’t Look Behind You By: Lois Duncan

Recommended by: Rahil N.

Plot: This book is about a family that goes into hiding after the dad is tracked down by drug dealers. They have to start new lives, and even though this is hard, they manage it.

Why read? This book is worth reading because it’s an excellent mystery book and it has a lot of suspense. It’ll really pull you in and you won’t want to stop reading it

Reviewer’s Note: It's an excellent book.

Skyhook By: John Nance

Recommended by: Efren D.

Plot: Doctor Ben Cole invented the Skyhook computer program which was designed to manually land planes if the crew was disabled. However, it malfunctioned on its maiden voyage and Dr. Cole tries to fix it up (while trying to figure out what exactly Skyhook is being used for). At the same time, Arlie Rosen crashed at the same site Skyhook was being tested in, around the Alaskan Bay. Now her daughter, April Rosen, is trying to uncover why her father’s plane crashed.

Why read? It's an aviation/mystery book. It always keeps you reading on and has a very exciting plot.

Death on The Nile By: Agatha Christie

Recommended by: Shohini G.C.

Plot: This book is about a series of deaths that plague the household of an Egyptian pharaoh. Slowly many people were dying. The murderer is the one that you will least suspect.

Why read? You won’t be able to put it down. You will want to continue reading until you find out who committed the crime.

Perfect By: Natasha Friend

Recommended by: Teresa Q.

Plot: Isabella has an eating disorder; she eats a lot and then throws up. She is forced by her mom to go to Group and is amazed when the most popular girl in her school comes in. As they become friends its noticeable that they both are having problems other than their eating disorder.

Why read? It’s very moving and its worth reading.

Twilight By: Stephanie Meyer

Recommended by: Amy H.

Plot: Isabella Swan has just moved to the town of Forks, Washington. She despises it there, and is convinced nothing interesting will happen. However, then she meets Edward Cullen. They fall in love, but they are kept apart by Edward's dark secret: he is a vampire, and the smell of Bella's blood is particularly attractive to him.

Why read? Edward and Bella are like modern-day Romeo and Juliet because they are kept apart. Edward tries to keep away from Bella but he can't. Also, Bella is not afraid of him or his vampire family.

Reviewer’s note: This book is my favorite book. The second book, New Moon, is out, and the third book, Eclipse, is coming out in August.

New Moon By: Stephenie Meyer
Recommended by: Alice W.

Plot: In New Moon, Bella Swan is continuing her almost perfect [and quite dangerous] relationship with Edward Cullen. Being in love with a vampire is not the only event that is on Bella’s mind. As her birthday is coming closer, she is tormented about the idea of growing older than Edward. On the day of her surprise party, things don’t go as planned and the party ends up a disaster. To protect Bella, Edward and the Cullen family are planning on moving away to a different town. In addition, since vampires can’t age, the Cullen family has stayed in one place for way too long. But the thing that they don’t know is an even greater danger is upon them, and is threatening on ending Bella and Edward’s relationship.

Why read? I really loved this book and I think you will too. The plot is a lot different than what I expected. But to fully understand this book, you'll need to read Twilight first.

My Sister's Keeper By: Jodi Picoult

Recommended by: Sarah W.

Plot: In the book, after years of donating blood to her sister, Kate, who has cancer, Anne decides that she wants control over her own body. The whole reason for her birth was to help her older sister, and she no longer wants to give blood and other organs to her older sister without her consent. Throughout the book, the story is about her struggle- the possibility of her sister's death or the freedom over her own body.

Why read? I absolutely recommend this book because it is very moving. It describes Anne’s struggle with such detail that you will never forget what you've read.

Reviewer's note: READ THE BOOK!! You'll see what I mean by this is the most amazing and fantastic book you will ever read. read more reviews

Monster By: Walter Dean Myers

Recommended by: Ben C.

Plot: A 16 year-old boy is on trial for murder and the reader doesn't know if he truly performed the crime or not.

Why read? The book Monster is extremely entertaining and contains a lot of information about the American Legal System.

Rakkety Tam By: Brian Jacques

Recommended by: Jamie B.

Plot: This a book of Redwall, late in the series. A squirrel named Rakkety Tam is forced to try to kill a wolverine to save his people. At Redwall mysteries are found and attempted to be solved. This book is an excellent read and is full of action and difficult puzzles.

Why read? It is a long book, but rather simple in style. It has a little bit of eveything so appeals to everyone.

Speak By: Laurie Halse Anderson

Recommended by: Christina L.

Plot: Melinda Sordino, once a normal teenager, becomes a school outcast after calling the police at a huge summer party. She hides in dark places and keeps to herself as other students bully her. No one knows why she acted this way or why she called the police. The story goes on as Melinda learns more about life and eventually lets people know exactly what happened at the party.

Why read? It makes you want to keep reading because of the captivating plot. Many people can also connect with Melinda because some have gone through similar events. It is a very detailed and exciting story. The horrors of high school are finally revealed.

Reviewer’s Note: A few parts of this story may seem just a bit mature for younger kids.

The Bomb By: Theodore Taylor

Recommended by: Jamie P.

Plot: The main character, Sorry, lives on Bikini Atoll. The Japanese come and conquer it during World War 2, then the Americans come and are preparing to drop a nuclear bomb. Sorry and his uncle are determined to stop the Americans from dropping it.

Why read? It is a shocking story of humanity. It is Avi’s account of a horrible thing his people had to endure. It is also a true account of the prequel to the two nuclear bombs. It is also an amazingly written book that I highly recommend.

Reviewer’s note: This book is not for the light-hearted.

The Clique, Best friends for Never By: Lisi Harrison

Recommended by: Paula T.

Plot: Massie is the ruler of the Clique. Claire is new & she lives in Massie’s house. In the book Massie has a Halloween party, and Claire tries to fit in to finally be accepted in her clique.

Why read? It is very interesting and it is about kids who are our age. 13-14 yrs. old range.

Reviewer’s note: It is an excellent book to read because it will get you hooked and you will want to read more. read more reviews

Invasion of the Boy Snatchers: A Clique Novel (book 4) By: Lisi Harrison
Recommended by: Samantha M.

Plot: This book is about a “clique” and how they all live and have drama in their lives. There are six main characters in this book, Massie, Alicia, Kristin, Nina, Claire, and Devin. Nina is Alicia’s cousin that has visited from Spain. Massie gets completely jealous over Nina’s good looks and charm, and she is mad because she got her man. Massie believes he is very interested in her now, even though she regrets the fact she ever came to this country. After all, to solve the problem Massie and her friends make nasty traps for her to just fall right into. Massie wants Alicia’s furiously mean backstabbing cousin to move back to Spain, she could not take the jealousy anymore. Never ever in Massie’s life has she ever been the second most popular girl in school, now she is, and Nina is first on the top of the popularity list. Alicia is even getting sick of her own flesh and blood. Claire is the least of Massie’s problem, since they were moving into her house, things have been going crazy. Massie learned to love Claire, like a sister and helped her out with her fashion problems.

Why read? You should read this book because they are so true to real life, especially how backstabbing friends can really be. There is a whole series, but I chose to do the fourth book because it was interesting when Nina came along and barged into Massie’s personal life.

Reviewer’s note: If you end up reading this, make sure you are ready for the drama.

Dial L For Loser By: Lisi Harrison

Recommended by: Sivan Y.

Plot: Dial L For Loser by Lisi Harrison is a book that is part of a series. It is about a group of completely popular, rich 7th graders in a private school. One of them, Claire, gets to be in a movie as a main character. People become jealous, friendships go down the drain, and more.

Why read? This book is worth reading because you can really relate to it in many ways.

Reviewer’s note: You can't get your eyes off of this book!

It’s Not Easy Being Mean By: Lisi Harrison

Recommended by: Heather S.

Plot: This book takes place in Westchester during the school year. The main characters are the “popular girls” in the school. There is Massie who is the leader, Alicia, Dylan, and Kristen. Claire is a girl who moved to Westchester and her family is stuck staying at Massie’s house. She doesn’t really fit in with the rest of the girls. Claire is now famous, so she doesn’t get to spend much time with that group called the “Pretty Committee”. Alicia has long, black hair. Dylan has curly, red hair. Her mom is famous and has her own TV show. Kristen is poor. A group of older “popular girls” have a key to a secret lounge in the school. The lounge is usually for the “popular” kids, but this year the key is up for grabs. Everyone who received a CD can hunt for the key. Whoever finds the key will have unlimited access to the secret room.

Why read? It is a very interesting book for people who like realistic fiction. This book also comes in a series. Reading the whole series in order will make the book more enjoyable and easier to understand. I have read all of the books in the series and I can’t wait for the next!

Peaches By: Jodi Lynn Anderson

Recommended by: Paulina P.

Plot: It is about three girls who meet at a peach orchard in Georgia over the summer. They are Birdie Darlington, Leeda Cawley Smith, and Murphy McGowen. Birdie lives at the orchard, Leeda is her cousin who is from a rich family, and Murphy is a trouble-making boy-magnet.

Why read? This book is funny and fun to read. It has a very interesting plot, and almost every page of the book has something interesting going on.

Lucky T By: Kate Brian

Recommended by: Sophia Z.

Plot: The book, Lucky T, is about a snobby girl named Carrie. She owns a lucky T- shirt, which she keeps along with her all the time. One day, her mom accidentally donated it to a charity that went to India. When Carrie found out, she saw that all her luck was disappearing, especially when her boyfriend broke up with her. Carrie then decides to go to India.

Why read? This book is worth reading, because it shows the snobby girl, Carrie, become a more grown up and mature person.

Reviewer’s note: You should definitely read this book. read more reviews

City of Ember By: Jeanne DuPrau

Recommended by: Trevor E.

Plot: The world is below ground and they are running out of energy. Two characters a boy and a girl are the ones who try to save the world.

Why read? It is a very thought provoking book and it keeps you wanting to read more.

Dragon Rider By: Cornelia Funke

Recommended by: Sarah B

Plot: This book is about mythical creatures, and one human boy, who go in search of a place where dragons can live in peace forever. But on their journey they come across many obstacles that they never would have expected.

Why read? It’s a great book that will be hard to put down for it is exciting and has many “I didn’t see that coming” moments.

Gathering Blue By: Lois Lowry

Recommended by: Algene H.

Plot: It is about a girl named Kira born with a twisted leg. She is spared by the Council of Guardians. Sadly, her mother has died and now she must use her talents to uncover the secrets of her own world.

Why read? I think its really thrilling to see how Kira progresses through the story and how she is able to finish what her mother started.

That Was Then This Is Now By: S.E. Hinton

Recommended by: Ricardo B.

Plot: A book about two close friends who get in trouble with the law. As the book goes on the two very close friends start separating from each other in dramatic ways.

Why read? It teaches you many life lessons and some street lessons. The book is also very dramatic. Really good book.

The Amulet of Samurkand By: Jonathan Stroud

Recommended by: Bryan P.

Plot: This book starts out with Jonathan, a young aspiring magician. He discovers that he can summon djinn, to help him with any challenges he has. He then discovers a conspiracy, involving the legendary Amulet of Samurkand, which is said to have mysterious powers.

Why read? This book has many qualities that make it worth reading. One reason is that it has lots of action to keep you entertained. Another is that the plot is very gripping and this book is almost impossible to put down.

Reviewer’s note: This Book is the first book of a trilogy, all of them as good as the first.

The Mediatior—Twilight By: Meg Cabot
Recommended by: Ankita T.
Plot: The Mediator—Twilight, by Meg Cabot, is a book about a girl that can communicate and solve problems for ghosts. In this book, she finds out that she can time-travel using her shifting powers but this only causes her more trouble. This power can put her boyfriend (who is a ghost) in great danger.

Why read? It is worth reading because it is a suspenseful story filled with romance and mystery. This book will have you reading more and more.

Reviewer’s note: This book is the last book of the series, Twilight. If you want, you can read the whole series, from the beginning to the end.

Size 14 Is Not Fat Either By: Meg Cabot

Recommended by: Carly L.

Plot: A pop star named Heather Wells stops singing, and decides to get a job working at a college nicknamed the Death Dorm. One day, there was a pot on the kitchen stove with a student's head in it. The student's name was Lindsay Combs, a popular cheerleader. Heather gets involved in the investigation, and everyone keeps telling her to stay out of it; it might put her life in danger.

Why read? It’s a very suspenseful mystery novel. It's the sequel to Size 12 Is Not Fat. Once you start reading, you have to read all the way to the end to see what happens to Heather and the investigation.

Reviewer’s note: It would be best to read the first book, Size 12 Is Not Fat, before you read this book.

Girl With a Pearl Earring By: Tracy Chevalier
Recommended by: Claire R.
Plot: In Delft, 16 year old Griet becomes a maid to the painter Vermeer after her father loses his job and his sight. She must start a new life, and nearly forgets her old one. Griet now has a cruel mistress yet a quiet master. Soon, she catches the eye of the painter Vermeer, her master, and begins to help him in his work. She falls in love with Pieter, the butcher, yet also becomes an object of attention, with unwelcome others.

Why read? It is captivating, a quick read, and good for many different readers. It is romantic, suspenseful, and sweet at the same time.

Define Normal By: Julie Anne Peters

Recommended by: Jill L.

Plot: Antonia, a young girl counsels a troubled girl, Jazz, who is all punk and goth looking. Jazz isn't the only one who needs the counseling. Antonia needs it as well because at home she takes care of her mother and her brothers (since her dad left). Her mom has depression problems, and her brothers are too young to help out.

Why read? It gets you on the spot. The first chapter makes you want to think about what will happen next and how. It makes you want to read the whole book in one day.

Reviewer’s note: It’s a great book worth reading!

Uglies By: Scott Westerfield
Recommended by: Tam S.

Plot: The book follows a girl named Tally in a futuristic society where when you turn 16 you get a surgery that turns you "pretty". Tally's friend Shay runs away because she doesn't want to get the surgery and Tally is the only one who knows where she is. The book is the adventure Tally goes on to find her, and stay with her.

Why read? It is very descriptive and creates great mental pictures. It is very suspenseful and gives you a slightly far-fetched look at the future.

Reviewer’s note: It is fairly long, but pretty easy to understand. read more reviews

The Great Train Robbery By: Michael Crichton

Recommended by: Mark S.

Plot: It’s about a person named Pierce who’s planning to rob a bank when they

move their money to another town. He plans to steal the money while it’s

on the train, but he has to make a lot of plans to rob it, because the

money is guarded very well.

Why read? It’s worth reading because it's a very interesting book to read because

they tell you step by step how Pierce finds a way to steal the bank’s

money.

Sixth Grade Secrets By: Louis Sachar

Recommended by: Danny M.

Plot: Sixth Grade Secrets is a funny book about a clique named “Pig City.” It all started when Laura found a hat that said “Pig City.” She and her two best friends made a club and are determined to make sure that no one lets out their secret. If they do their consequence will be mortifying. Laura finds out that odd things start to happen while all this mayhem is going on. A new group is forming and they call themselves “The Monkey’s.” The Monkeys put eggs in to all of Pig City’s members desks to try and get them in trouble. So Pig City takes all of The Monkey7’s desks and flips them over. That is only the beginning of all of the mayhem.

Why read? I liked this book because it was funny and entertaining. I also liked it because Louis Sachar wrote it and I have read other books from him. He writes very good books. This is a book for anyone who like action and humor in a book.

Reviewer’s note: Other books from Louis Sachar are “Holes” and “Small S”

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince By: J.K. Rowling

Recommended by: Tiffany T.

Plot: It’s Harry’s 6th year at Hogwarts of Witchcraft and Wizardry, but this year is very much different than the others. Get blown away by the fantasy, adventure, and drama of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince! Although Harry is outgoing and careless about his life, he always puts himself on the line of death in order to save someone else when times get violent. Harry and his friends go through their wizard-and-witch school life, while he-who-must-not-be-named (the popular nickname for Voldemort) murders innocent people for his own joy and madness. Dumbledore, Hogwarts’s powerful headmaster, tells Harry about Voldemort’s history, and with that important information, he’d be one step closer to defeating you-know-who, the most terrifying and most powerful wizard in history.

Why Read: You should read this book, because the story is packed with mystical and unpredictable adventures. Each book in the Harry Potter series (7 books) have at least two hundred pages to get lost in. Each book is different than the others!

Artemis Fowl By: Eoin Colfer

Recommended by: Anthony W.

Plot: “GOLD IS POWER.” In Artemis Fowl a young eleven year old criminal master mind is on a hunt for gold and fairies. He tries to capture a fairy named Holly Short, a fairy police captain and hold her captive. Until, the fairies pay Artemis gold for the return Holly Short. Of course, the plan goes wrong and Holly Short escapes and a deadly creature is sent to get Artemis and his bodyguard Butler. While this was going on reinforcements were sent to help Holly. Read the book to find out how this ends, but be careful, for “You don’t know of what you’re dealing with is human.”

Why read? This book is about change. Artemis becomes friends the fairies and changes his criminal ways. The next book of the series is Artemis Fowl the Artic Incident.

Reviewer’s note: This is the first book in the series.

HEAT By: Mike Lupica

Recommended by: Yoji F.

Plot: The book “HEAT” by Mike Lupica is a realistic fiction and takes place in New York. It is about a boy named Michael Arroyo and he wants to join the baseball league, but he can’t because he is too good to play. The people on the team need Mike to win the championship. The coaches on another team think it is unfair, because he is too good. So they decided that Mike must be a year or two older than he says he is. But he can’t until he shows proof: his birth certificate. Problem, Mike’s parents passed away and he has no idea where the birth certificate is.

Why read? You should read this book if you like baseball. This book is a fantastic, thrilling and exciting. You should read this book if you like drama and excitement.

Crackback By: John Coy

Recommended by: Elijah M.

Plot: Miles Manning is a normal football jock in his high school. He had a perfect life being the star player, popular, and smart. But then, he needs to make a couple sacrifices because the high school prom is coming up and he does not have a date. The other football players are not going because they think football is the best thing in the world and they don’t want to waste their time going to a silly dance. Well, Miles thinks differently. Miles is stuck between a rock and a hard place. Does he follow his heart and do what he wants? Or does he listen to his teammates? There's only one way to answer these questions is to read the book: Crackback!

Why read? You should read this book because it’s a regular boy going through reality - choosing football or a fun and free life. He faces many things that kids his age face in reality like sports, girls, and school. I recommend you read this because it can also help you with the do’s and don’ts of school by giving you a high school student’s perspective.

A Series Of Unfortunate Events: The Bad Begining By: Lemony Snicket
Recommended by: Mario B.
Plot: This book is about three kids whose parents died in a tragic fire and the long lost uncle is put in charge of them. Their uncle tries to kill them so that he can get the fortune their parents left behind. Read to find out the fate of the Bauldaire children.

Why read? I recommend this book because it is very interesting and always keeps you attracted. I also like this book because somehow most of the hard words that are in this book the author clarifies and defines the words.

Series of Unfortunate Events: The End By: Lemony Snicket

Recommended by: Brian D.

Plot: This book is very mysterious. The book “Series of Unfortunate Events: The End” by Lemony Snicket is about three orphans, Klaus, Violet and Sunny, who are washed away on a mysterious island. Here they will meet new friends and find out about their parents. This book is a mystery because you learn secrets about all the characters that you did not know in the other series. The thing I like about this book is that we finally learn more about the parents. I rate this book 7 out of 10. You should read this book if you have read all the Series of Unfortunate Event books. I hope you enjoy this book.

Why read? You should read this book if you like solving mysteries and enjoyed reading all the other Series of Unfortunate Event books. Also, if you like to know more about the parents of the orphan's, you should read this book too.

Reviewer’s note: This book is the last book of the series. You should read all the books before this one.

Hatchet By: Gary Paulsen

Recommended by: Arthur C.

Plot: Divorce, a shocking word but it happens and you can’t do anything about it. Brian is a boy who is in the middle of this problem. He has to travel back and forth every summer to visit his father and return to his mother. Before he leaves on a plane to his father’s home, his mother gives him a hatchet. He goes on the plane but he was not prepared for what was going to happen to him. The pilot has a heart attack and dies while the plane is still in flight. Brian is in a scary position and has to steer the plane to a lake. Luckily, he survives but now he is alone in the Canadian forest with nothing more than a hatchet and his tattered windbreaker. He has to learn how to survive in the wild and hopes to be rescued. Does he do it?

Why read? This is my favorite book because it is interesting and exciting. It makes you want to read more and when I finished the book I was mad it was over.

Reviewer’s note: If you are interested in learning more about Brian, then there other sequels to read. read more reviews

Flipped By: Wendelin V. Draagen

Recommended by: Skyeler S.

Plot: Why did they cut down the Sycamore tree? The book Flipped is a book of many conflicts. Bryce and Juli seem to like each other, Juli’s favorite tree, the Sycamore tree is cut down, Juli is feeling down because her dog died and she has to raise chickens for the science fair and Bryce is dealing with a lot of issues because his grandfather moved in and is annoying him to no end.

Why read? This book told me that you shouldn’t stay mad at something or someone all the time, you just have to get over it even if something horrible happened. It was a very emotional book. If you cry a lot when reading a sad book, keep some tissues nearby. It is very deserving of an award.

Reviewer’s note: On a one-to-ten scale, I give it a twenty!!!

The Outsiders By: S.E. Hinton

Recommended by: Hunter F.

Plot: This book is about friendship, family, and brotherhood. The town is split in to two parts and the town includes two gangs. One called the greasers and the other called the socials better known as the socs. The socs are the classy and rich gang. The greasers are the poor and “bad kids on the block.” They are always getting into fights to mark their territory in this small town. The greasers do not live up to society’s ideals. They weren’t raised to be classy and they hardly go to school, but the understand the value of friendship and family. Cherry, a soc, and Ponyboy, a greaser, fall in love. The problem is Ponyboy is from the wrong side of the “tracks”. Will they ever be together? Then, Johnny one of the main characters runs in to a burning building to save some children. Is he really a good guy? Will he survive? Read the book to answer these questions and find out more in depth information on the characters and their lives.

Why read? Read this book if you like realistic fiction. This book taught me about friendship; on how never to leave your friends behind. It also taught me about family; on how you should always back your family up no matter what.

Face on the Milk Carton By: Caroline B. Cooney

Recommended by: Rachel L.

Plot: In the Face on the Milk Carton, a red-head girl named Janie Johnson drank a carton of milk. On that carton, there was a picture of a three-year-old girl named Jennie Spring who was missing for 12 years. The minute she saw this picture, she knew it was her. Janie had tons of unanswered questions such as "how could her parents kidnap her?" She had a boyfriend named Reeve and she leaned on him whenever she needed help, and Reeve was always there to help her. As the days progressed, Janie became like a trapped mouse. All alone, hurting, and out of her mind. She isolated herself from the outside world.

Why read? This book is worth reading because the suspense is so immense! The plot was different from many books, but it's not a horror book. It has a little mystery, suspense, and a little romance.

Reviewer’s note: There are three more books after this one. This series is incredible.

Driver’s Ed By: Caroline B. Cooney

Recommended by: Carly S.

Plot: This exciting thriller is about a teenager named Remy who loves to drive. Her best friend Lark came up with a prank to steal a stop sign. After they stole it, a truck hit a car with a woman in it because there was no stop sign there. Remy is now not sure if the death of the woman is really her fault.

Why read? It is worth reading because it's an interesting mystery about a confused teen. It will keep you guessing until the end.

The Golden Compass By: Philip Pullman

Recommended by: Kyle W.

Plot: Lyra, a young girl growing up in Jordan College, is wisked away on an adventure that will take her to the far north of the world searching for gobblers, people who take children, and the mysterious dust that everyone is talking about.

Why read? The Golden Compass is an entertaining work of fiction that will captivate any reader from start to finish. Armored bears, daemons, and people who steal children all make this book a great read.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By: Mark Twain

Recommended by: Jon L.

Plot: the book is about a boy named Tom who is very mischievous. His mother tries to make him more refined, but he doesn't like the idea so he runs away to an island with two of his friends.

Why read? This book is worth reading because it is about a kid our age who has problems just like we do and he gets through them in an amusing way.

Eldest By: Christopher Paolini

Recommended by: Eugene S.

Plot: The plot is about Eragon, the owner of a dragon which he uses to battle against the evil empire. But first, he has to resume his training.

Why Read? This book is worth reading because the book is very enjoyable, thanks to the author who did a very good job writing it.

Reviewer’s note: This book will be loved by anyone who likes The Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

The DaVinci Code By: Dan Brown

Recommended by: Joshua V.

Plot: It is about a Harvard professor and a cryptologist being accused of the murder of a curator. During the adventure, they find out many secrets that will change the world.

Why read? It is a very exciting and interesting book that anybody would enjoy.

The Notebook By: Nicholas Sparks

Recommended by: Kelly M.

Plot: This book is about two people that fall in love one summer. Allie comes from a very wealthy family. On the other hand, Noah comes from a poor family. They fall in love, and the day Allie returns home, she has to get Noah off her mind. She falls in love with another guy, until one day she runs back into Noah.

Why read? This book is worth reading because it's a wonderful love story about two different people who fall in love. If you like to read about love stories, I suggest this book.

House of the Scorpion By: Nancy Farmer

Recommended by: Sophie L.

Plot: The story is about a boy who lives confined in a house with a nice lady, who is not his mother. One day he breaks the glass on the window because the children outside tell him to. He is treated with hatred because he is a clone. (In this world, clones have to re-live. They grow up like others.) He is now allowed to stay in the master house. The person who he is cloned from is an all-powerful man. He is well respected, but not everyone likes him. He loves the little boy and always gives the boy gifts. But when the man is not there, the boy is kept in a stable with lots of straw, where his only amusement is the paths that he makes in the straw.

Why read? This is a suspenseful book. Even if you don't like science fiction, this is still a great book for you to read.

Searching for David’s Heart By: Cherrie Bennet

Recommended by: Victoria B.

Plot: This book is about a girl named Darcy that has a pretty hard life. Her family does not have a lot of money and her parents don’t care about her or their marriage. Through all this she has her brother, David, until one day after her birthday she and David got in to a fight. Darcy ran and David followed her, only to get hit by a car. Darcy feels at fault and will not rest until she finds the person that received David’s heart.

Why read? This book is a page turner. You feel Darcy’s pain and her suffering. You are constantly crossing your fingers in hope that she finds David’s heart.

Reviewer’s note: On a scale 1-10 I give this book a 20.

Double Identity By: Margaret Peterson Haddix
Recommended by: Ariel L.
Plot: Bethany Cole lives her life normally until she nears her thirteenth birthday. Her mom won’t stop crying and Bethany doesn’t know why. Her father is extra careful with her. Then one day, her father drops her off at her Aunt Myrlie’s house who she has never heard of. Her only clue about this confusion is when she overhears her father telling Aunt Myrlie, “She doesn’t know about Elizabeth.”

Why read? There is so much foreshadowing in the beginning and as you turn the page closer to the end, you know more and more, until you unravel Bethany’s past and who she really is. She will also find out that she isn’t the only person trying to find out her past. I couldn’t put this book down. From this book, you can find out how much your parents can really hide from you.

Holes By: Louis Sachar

Recommended by: Grace Z.

Plot: Stanley was blamed for stealing Clyde’s (a famous celebrity) shoes, because of his dirty-no-good-pig-stealing-great-great-grandfather. So then he was sent to Camp Green Lake, where they dig holes all day. There, he met Zero and discovered an amazing story of their family history, in including the mystery of Stanley’s dirty-no-good-great-great-grandfather.

Why read? This book is like a delicious bowl of stew, with a little bit of mystery, a spoonful of funniness and a dash of sadness. Once you picked the book up, you will never want to put it down. Interesting connections from the past to present. The book is written in third-person point of view. read more reviews

Bridge to Terabithia By: Katherine Paterson
Recommended by: Kyra S.

Plot: This book is about a ten-year old boy who becomes friends with a girl newcomer. They both have a lot in common. The thing that forces them to talk is when Leslie the newcomer races all the fastest boys in the 5th grade including Jessie Aaron, but surprisingly Leslie wins. After this incident Jessie Aaron and Leslie were inseparable. Until one stormy afternoon a terrible tragedy occurs that can change the lives of many people. Read to find out!...

Why read? This book is worth reading because it really glues your eyes to it. It makes you want to read more and more. Also, because at the very end it makes you really want to cry, because the descriptive details are so great, and because this book relates to actual life and friendship.

Peter and the Starcatchers By: Dave Barry
Recommended by: Kellie R.

Plot: Peter was an abandoned boy that was forced to go an old ship by a person that was taking care of him along with his friends. He was supposed to go to England to serve the king, and you wonder what they should do with the strange problems that happen on the ship. He was uncertain he wanted to go to serve the king, but he soon finds out he would be a slave. Luckily he meets a girl named Molly and they slowly become good friends. Along with Molly and his friends, he discovered something magical aboard the ship. With that treasure he finds a way to escape. Read the book to see what happens next.

Why read? This book is a mysterious tale that always makes you want to read more. It makes you wonder about the strange problems and what they should do.

Soldier Boys By: Dean Hughes
Recommended by: Brandon A.

Plot: Deiter is a German boy. All his life he wanted to serve in the army. His dream was to meet Hitler. Spence is an American boy. There is one girl in his town he really likes. So he wants to become a Paratrooper and impress her. Eventually they both sign up for the army. Deiter signed up on the German side and Spence on the American side. Spence and Deiter meet face to face in a battle for survival. When Deiter got hurt on the battle field and the medics wouldn’t come. He cried out for support all night. Spence asked his sergeant if he could go down there and help him even though he didn’t know Deiter, and even though he was German. It was getting dark. The sergeant left so then Spence finally goes down. He helps Deiter up the hill trying not to hurt his bullet wound.....

Why read? Read this book to find out what happens to Deiter and Spence, who dies and lives. If you like history and action you will really like this book!

Reviewer’s note: 10/10 rating

Zink By: Cherie Bennett
Recommended by: Adriana K.
Plot: Becky’s cancer diagnosis has introduced her to a world she never knew existed, a scary world of hospitals and blood counts and chemotherapy. She's afraid. But she doesn't have to go through this alone...she’s got a trio of singing zebras to keep her company! A zebra herd from the Serengeti Plain forges a special spiritual bond with Becky. They boost her spirits by telling her the story of Zink, a polka-dotted zebra with the most courage and the biggest heart. “Think Zink”, the herd tells her. And when Becky does, her soul voyages to Africa, where her imagination can run as free as zebras. While the zebras face the predatory lions that roam the plain, Becky faces her own deadly predator: leukemia.

Why read? This book is really an amazing book. Every time I have a problem in life I think of this book because it is so inspirational. When you read the summary it sounds like a weird book but it’s really not. The first couple of chapters are boring but it gets better and better through the book. The ending was absolutely amazing and I will always remember this book. No matter what genre you like reading, this book is for everyone. I own the book and I am keeping it forever and I will pass it on to my children. That is how special it is to me and my life. I have read it 4 times and I am still not tired of it.

Reviewer’s note: If you read this book you will be shocked at how much this can change your life and how you think.

Coraline By: Neil Gaiman

Recommended by: Arielle W.

Plot: When Coraline gets to bored doing nothing all day she explores her new home. She uncovers a door leading to another “flat” or apartment strangely similar to hers. Her “other mother” and “other father” want her to stay with them and be there little girl. But then Coraline can’t get out and she needs to win a game to get back to the real world.

Why read? It’s really amazingly suspenseful. My friend told me to read it because she read it in her verbal class.

Reviewer’s note: Try it even if you don’t like horror books.

Shakespeare’s Secret By: Elise Broach

Recommended by: Maria G.

Plot: This book is about a a family moving to a house which is considered a rich house because something special is hidden. A girl named Hero moved to that house with her mother, sister Beatrice and father. Her father is crazy for Shakespeare. Hero and a popular 8th grade boy are looking for the hidden treasure. Hero is in 6th grade and her sister is in 8th. Beatrice is the beautiful one and always fits in with everyone. Hero is the outcast; everyone makes fun of her because of her name.

Why read? This book is worth reading because it is a mystery book and a very interesting book that you don't want to stop reading once you start.

My Teacher is an Alien By: Bruce Coville
Recommended by: Wendy S.

Plot: Susan’s new substitute teacher is really weird. One day she just had to follow him to his house. She sneaks inside and finds him peeling off his human face revealing his true face. She tells people and no one believes her except for Peter Thompson. They sneak into the house of Mr. Smith, the substitute teacher. They find their real teacher trapped in this force field.

Why read? You should read this book because a blond man appears in the first chapter. It gives you this mysterious feeling. You wonder who the man is. It makes you want to read more of the book to find out.

TTYL By: Lauren Myracle
Recommended by: Stephanie C.
Plot: This book is about three girls instant messaging each other. The girls are in high school. They try to make sure nothing happens to their friendship but something does happen. If you read this book you will find out what happens.

Why read? I would recommend you to read this book because it is very very interesting. If you loved this book you will like the book TTFN and L8R, G8R. I hope you read this book and enjoy it. read more reviews

Otherwise Known As Sheila the Great By: Judy Blume
Recommended by: Pooja M.

Plot: This book is about Sheila Tubman, who is spending her summer in Maine. The Tubmans have borrowed the house of an old grandfather who was living with his grandsons. The grandfather and his grandsons went for a trip to Washington DC, so the Tubmans borrowed their house for the summer. In that old, creepy house, Sheila has to face many dangers. For Sheila, dangers are her scariest fears-spiders, swimming, the dark, and most of all-dogs. The old grandfather and his grandsons had a dog, but they couldn’t take it to the trip, so they left it for the Tubmans, who had to take care of it. Next, Sheila has a dog which she hates and spiders in her dark, gloomy, creepy room. The next thing she knows, she has to take swimming classes for seven weeks! At least she has Mouse Ellis, her friend who lives two houses away from Sheila’s summer house. But can Sheila live with all the dangers lurking about? Read this book to find out what is happening in Sheila Tubman’s summer!

Why read? This book is a good book, and it talks a great deal about friendship. This book is appropriate for school, and it is funny at the same time. This book was my favorite book. Even people who don’t like to read would love to read this book! I think this book is a cute and easy-to-read book. You would LOVE to read this book!!!!!

Reviewer’s note: This book was a great book. On a scale of 1-10, it would be a 10! I love this book, and I hope you do too!

The Secret Life of Deer By: Kristen Randle
Recommended by: Dave Y.

Plot: Ginny moves and feels out of place. She meets Caulder, a warm-hearted neighbor. Nearby lives a weird boy named Smitty. He’s not mute but since fifteen years ago, at two, he stopped speaking and showing emotion. He hasn’t done either ever since then except in the hospital, in his sleep, he once cried. He doesn’t notice anyone or react to them, yet he’s a perfect student, smarter than most of the teachers. His writing is phenomenal. Weird things start happening when Caulder and Ginny try to help. They may be able to save his world… or destroy it.

Why read? After one or two chapters you won’t be able to put this book down. It’s so page-turning that after reading a bit more than half this book, you won’t be able to stop. Everyone who read this book loved the book and this was the effect on all of them. This author is amazing and even so, this is her best book. It’s one of the highest-rated books. You may have to buy this book to read it but it's worth it. Don’t read too many reviews for this book though because some of them make the book boring by giving things away.

Funny Boy versus the Bubbled Brained Barbers from the Big Bang By: Dan Gutman
Recommended by: Nader N.

Plot: The story is about a boy named Funny Boy who lives with his dad and dog. Funny Boy is from outer space and trying to fit in at his new school and make jokes. While he’s there he meets his enemies, the Bubbled Brained Barbers who cut all your hair. Now it’s up to Funny Boy to save the day from the barbers with his terrible jokes.

Why read? You should really read this book because it has lots of action and a lot of comedy in it with Funny Boy. Also, this book has funny pictures and words in it. So if you like books with action, comedy, and funny words and pictures, then this definitely the book for you.

When My Name Was Keoko By: Linda Sue Park

Recommended by: S. Akshaya

Plot: This book is about the feelings of two Korean Children during World War Two when the Japanese took over Korea. A Korean family had no Freedom to do anything and you will learn how they felt.

Why read? This book is worth reading because it describes the courage of the two children's uncle. When the uncle disobeyed the Japanese rule, he was punished and beaten badly.

Reviewer’s Note: This book is really good! It is one of the best books I have ever read!  Read more reviews

The Supernaturalist By: Eoin Colfer
Recommended by: Jonathan G.

Plot: It is about a boy named Cosmo who was abandoned in a pizza parlor when he was a baby. He was found and taken to Clarissa Frayne’s Institute for Parentally Challenged (a terrible and cruel orphanage). 14 years later he decided that he wants to escape. He is in a terrible accident that kills his friend and nearly kills him. He is rescued by a group of people called the Supernaturalists. They find out that Cosmo is one also because he can see the parasites too, so he joins the team.

Why read? This book is a must-read to all because it is a great filled with a mix of action and adventure. It also has some suspense. It is very exciting but it has some sad parts to it too. Will Cosmo and the Supernaturalists defeat the Parasites once and for all? Read and find out!

Reviewer’s Note: You will not want to put this book down once you start reading it.

Half-Moon Investigations By: Eoin Colfer
Recommended by: Johnathan S.

Plot: Flecter Moon, (aka Half-Moon) is a twelve-year old detective. Fletcher even has a badge that certifies him as the world’s youngest detective. Things are fine until his classmate April Devereux hires him to solve a case, and his badge is stolen. The signs point to the town's crime family, the Sharkeys. Fletcher first believes Red Sharkey is responsible for both crimes. But as he follows the clues, a conspiracy begins to emerge from the dark. Before Fletcher can solve the case, he is framed for a very serious crime. To clear his name, he teams up with Red to solve the case. Will Fletcher be able to solve the case in time? Will he be blamed for a crime he didn't commit? Can Red be trusted? You will have to read the book to find out.

Why read? There are several reasons you should read this book. If you enjoy a great mystery, you will love this book. Also, if you like Eoin Colfer’s Artemis Fowl series, then you will like this book, because it was written by the same author. If you are looking for a book that's filled with action, intrigue, and many surprises, this book is right for you. This is why you should read Half-Moon Investigations.

Kira-Kira  By: Cynthia Kadohata
Recommended by: Ashley C.
Plot: This book is about girl named Katie. In the book, her sister, Lynn, gets sick and their family couldn’t afford to going to the doctor’s. On the way, Katie and Sam, her little brother, try to save money for Lynn. Near the end of the book, Katie and Sam save $100 for Lynn. But then, they figured out that it was too late.

Why read? This book has a lot of caring and helping. In the beginning, it might start off slow, but in the middle, it starts to get into action. At the end, many sad things happened. When I was reading, I couldn’t put the book down. I think this book is a good book.

The Chocolate War By: Robert Cormier
Recommended by: Dan G.

Plot: “Dare I disturb the universe?”, was the question on the poster in Jerry Renault’s locker. But he did, in the school he went to, Trinity High school, he didn’t sell his chocolates for the school fund raiser. It was because of the vigils, a notorious school gang who did what they wanted, when they wanted to. For ten days, he wasn’t supposed to sell chocolates, that was the vigils job for Jerry. Ten days passed, he still wouldn’t sell. Now he was disobeying the vigils, and that was asking for it. To find out what happens, read the book.

Why read? This book is a great realistic fiction thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It is a very enjoyable book to any grade six and up. Some things can even be connected to real life, I highly suggest you read this book.

Walk Two Moons By: Sharon Creech
Recommended by: Akshaya .S
Plot: This book is about the Thirteen year old girl-Salamanaca Tree Hiddle. This book is about Sal’s trip with her Gram and Gramps to see her mom in Idaho. It is also about her friends, her life and her father, mother and Stepmother. When her Father moves to Ohio he marries Margret Cadaver. Sal doesn’t like Margret because Margret’s last name is “Cadaver” which means “Dead Body”.

Why read? Take this book and read it. You won’t put the book down until you get to the end! You will be so curious what will happen in each chapter!

Reviewer’s note: This book is made up of two stories joined together! It may be confusing but it is interesting! This book really entertains you if you are bored!

The Lightning Thief By: Rick Riordan

Recommended by: Dylan V.

Plot: It’s about a boy named Percy who doesn’t know who his father is, but when he finds out his life completely changes. The whole story is about Percy’s adventures to stop the Titain lord from returning.

Why read? If you like mythology then you’ll love this book because it combines modern world and mythology together.

Reviewer’s note: If you have already finished this book, and enjoyed it the there are 2 more books in the series that are out, and 2 more coming out for you to read. To find out more go to this website: www.rickriordan.com/children.htm

The Long Winter By: Laura Ingalls Wilder
Recommended by: Cassie S.

Plot: The Long Winter is a great historical fiction book. In the book, Laura Ingalls and her family live in De Smet, South Dakota. Pa sees a large molehill and predicts a long winter. Later, Indians predict a long winter. They’re right. Winter lasts from October until April. Soon they run low on food and oil. Soon, the trains can't get through. Royal and Almanzo Wilder are the only people with wheat. Almanzo doesn’t want to lose his wheat. Almanzo Wilder and Cap Garland must venture out into the stormy snowy outdoors. Will they make it? Will they bring food and save all of De Smet. You’ll have to read it for yourself.

Why read? You should read this book for many reasons. One is because it's a heart-warming story about a little town's struggle for survival. Another reason is because the author keeps you in suspense. It also makes you appreciate the current season, Summer! This is a great book to read anytime of the year, especially summer.

The Boy Who Lost His Face By: Louis Sachar
Recommended by: John K.

Plot: This book is about a boy named David. He is a kid who is unpopular and helps a bunch of cool kids steal a cane from helpless old lady Bayfield. Scott is a cool kid who just joined the “cool people.” But, he was once David’s best friend, and now he is still nice to David, but not for long. Meanwhile David thinks he got a curse from the old Lady Bayfield and he only watched! Then when the girl he likes finally was about to give him her phone number his pants fall down! Then, since he has no more friends he becomes friends with a girl named Mo and a boy named Larry. Also his once admiring brother hears that David is a stooge and gets beaten up! Who will win the fight, himself or his conscience? Will he find a way to get rid of the curse? Well there is more in store for David and if you want you can find out!

Why read? This book is a thrilling read and kept me up to 1:41 reading about how horrible David’s life is. And the middle is just as well as the beginning and the fun never ends. It’s just a continuous stream so you won't get bored. So if you already read books by Louis Sachar then you will know this book will not disappoint you!

Zombie Butts From Uranus By: Andy Griffiths
Recommended by: Meghan S.

Plot: The main characters in this book are Zack Freeman, and his butt. Some other characters are Gran, Judi Freeman, James Freeman, Silas Sterne, The Kicker, The Smacker, Elenor, The Forker, The Flicker, and Mittins, the cat. What happens is butts fall out of the sky and turns people into zombies. Part of the book takes place on earth, fighting zombies. The other part is in space, on Uranus and/or in the space ship.

Why read? I think you should read this book because it is interesting, and it's not like other books. There is also fighting in this book, for people who like actions, and some funny parts as well. This book is a good mix of everything, with a few butts thrown in!

The Tail of Emily Windsnap By: Liz Kessler
Recommended by: Courtney W.

Plot: Emily Windsnap is a twelve-year-old girl who one day, discovers she is half-human, half-mermaid. Now this young mermaid must set out with her new best friend, Shona, into deep waters to find her long lost merman father.

Why read? This book is a great summertime read and is perfect for anyone who loves adventure and fairy tales.

Reviewer’s note: Will Emily succeed in finding her dad? The only way to find out is by reading The Tail of Emily Windsnap.

Make Lemonade By: Virginia Euwer Wolff
Recommended by: Pamela W.

Plot: This book is about a 14 year old girl named La Vaugn who takes on a babysitting job. The mother she babysits for is a girl,17, named Jolly. Jolly has two kids, Jilly and Jeremy. The three of them live in a disgusting, dirty, little apartment room and so as you can see, Jolly is very desperate for help. La Vaugn helps Jolly take care of the kids and plans on using the little money she earns to help pay for college because no one in her family has ever been to college, and this is very important to her. Jolly loses her job so La Vaugn convinces her to go back to school. Well, does everything work out for Jolly, Jeremy, Jilly, and La Vaugn? Read Make Lemonade to find out.

Why read? I definitely recommend this book to everyone because it’s an unbelievably moving story I’m sure you would love and hopefully, just like me, this book will show you: when life gives you sour lemons, add a little sugar and make lemonade!

The Mistmantle Chronicles: Urchin of the Riding Stars By: M.I. McAllister
Recommended by: Loren P.
Plot: The Mistmantle Chronicles is a fictional book. It’s about an island called Mistmantle and the community of squirrels, hedgehogs, moles, and otters that live there. Urchin is a squirrel with unusually pale fur that that was born on a night of shooting stars. Some years after he is born, King Brushen’s son is murdered, and the evil squirrel captain Husk and his wife Aspen try to take control of the island. But underestimating the islanders and an ancient prophecy is a big mistake…

Why read? This book is the kind of book that keeps you reading for hours. It has a great plot, memorable characters, and an ending that will make you want more. The Mistmantle Chronicles: Urchin and the Heartstone is the sequel to this book.

The Hardy Boys: Passport to Danger By: Franklin W. Dixon
Recommended by: John Henry G.

Plot: The Hardy Boys: Passport to danger is about when Frank and Joe Hardy go to Paris because they are volunteers at an amateur soccer tournament and as soon as they get there odd things start to happen. Things in the stadium are getting messed with. Like the lights, the bleachers, and the fireworks. Then something really out of the ordinary happens. One of the coaches gets attacked. After that the Hardys start to investigate the things that are happening around Paris. They get a little help from an “undercover reporter” named Jacques and a woman by the name of Isabelle Genet who is the leader of a group named Victorie or Victory.

Why read? This book is a great mystery that anyone who likes mysteries should read it. It keeps you in the edge of your seat asking “What's going to happen next?”

The Boxes By: William Sleator
Recommended by: Luke C.

Plot: The Boxes is a terrific book. It’s about a girl named Annie who lives with her aunt and uncle who don’t like each other at all. Annie’s uncle, Marco, is always going away on these mysterious trips. One day Uncle Marco leaves to on a trip and leaves two boxes. He tells Annie to watch the boxes and make sure that her aunt, Ruth, dose not find out about them. This book has many twists and turns and is very good/

Why read? I strongly recommend this book to anybody who likes to read really great books. It has a lot of unexpected twists and turns. The storyline is very interesting and the book has a very good ending.