This is a very cute book.
Max the kitten tries to find a mouse to chase, but he doesn't know what a mouse is. The book has simple illustrations with bright colorful pages. My two-year-old loves this book -- we read it every night.
I received a ARC copy at the ALA Annual Conference.
Max the kitten tries to find a mouse to chase, but he doesn't know what a mouse is. The book has simple illustrations with bright colorful pages. My two-year-old loves this book -- we read it every night.
I received a ARC copy at the ALA Annual Conference.
Mother of Eden is the second book in Dark Eden series by Chris Beckett. I have not read the first novel, Dark Eden, but felt that there was enough back story provided to understand the present situation.
Eden is a dark planet comprised multiple civilizations whose ancestors traveled from Earth. Each of these civilizations have developed their own culture and ethics based upon the ideas of their original founder. War is brewing as citizens of Eden differ on notions of power, religion, philosophies, and natural resources.
Readers follow Starlight Brooking, a female from a small island community, as her curiosity has her traveling across the sea to communities she didn’t know existed. Starlight quickly learns about politics and realizes that the grass in not always greener on the other side.
Every chapter in Mother of Eden is told from different characters’ point of view. I always love when an author writes this way because if offers a perspective we aren’t privy to in real life. Beckett has created dynamic characters that illustrate true weaknesses and strengths of men.
I found it difficult to push through this novel at times; it was not a book I could binge read. The pace of action was slow-going and I had a hard time visualizing certain aspects of the story. That being said, the social dilemmas and undertones of criticism towards societal notions are captured beautifully.
I will probably go back and read Dark Eden and look forward to reading other installments of this show more series in the future.
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Eden is a dark planet comprised multiple civilizations whose ancestors traveled from Earth. Each of these civilizations have developed their own culture and ethics based upon the ideas of their original founder. War is brewing as citizens of Eden differ on notions of power, religion, philosophies, and natural resources.
Readers follow Starlight Brooking, a female from a small island community, as her curiosity has her traveling across the sea to communities she didn’t know existed. Starlight quickly learns about politics and realizes that the grass in not always greener on the other side.
Every chapter in Mother of Eden is told from different characters’ point of view. I always love when an author writes this way because if offers a perspective we aren’t privy to in real life. Beckett has created dynamic characters that illustrate true weaknesses and strengths of men.
I found it difficult to push through this novel at times; it was not a book I could binge read. The pace of action was slow-going and I had a hard time visualizing certain aspects of the story. That being said, the social dilemmas and undertones of criticism towards societal notions are captured beautifully.
I will probably go back and read Dark Eden and look forward to reading other installments of this show more series in the future.
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This review was written for LibraryThing Early Reviewers.
Life in Outer Space by Melissa Keil has rejuvenated my appreciation for Young Adult novels. If you are looking for a book that is humorous and sweet and reminds you of life as a teenager, then look no further. - See more at: http://www.innovativelibrarian.org/2015/01/life-in-outer-space-by-melissa-keil/#...
Melancholy. Memory Disorders. Beautiful illustrations. Darkly humorous.
This short book will have you re-reading sentences and empathizing with the characters.
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This short book will have you re-reading sentences and empathizing with the characters.
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Canary is a gripping crime novel full of suspense and action. Told from multiple perspectives, readers get to see events unfold through the eyes of different characters. This unique way of storytelling shows how people interpret their surroundings in individual ways. - See more at: http://www.innovativelibrarian.org/2015/03/561/#sthash.CWbWQ5mz.dpuf
Out of It is an easy read and moves along at a satisfying pace as it covers relevant issues such as drugs, sexuality, assault, and peer pressure. Kadarusman illustrates the importance of looking beyond a person’s actions and asks readers to evaluate the meaning of true friendship. - See more at: http://www.innovativelibrarian.org/book-reviews/#sthash.22qxLyNW.dpuf
This book was different than most Young Adult novels I have read. I don't think I would have chosen this book off the shelf, but I'm glad I had an opportunity to read it. Atlanta Burns is one tough chick. The characters are raw and gritty, the story is captivating, and who doesn't love a female vigilante.