The book that scooped me up and gave me back the gift of reading. SYNOPSIS Linus Baker is a by-the-book case worker in the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. He's tasked with determining whether six dangerous magical children are likely to bring about the end of the world. Arthur Parnassus is the master of... Continue Reading →
I hate math. So, a book with math on the cover is to be avoided. But, then the delightful Penny Reid's fan club argued that The Kiss Quotient by Helen Huang was perfect for any of Reid's romance ninja's. I have been anxiously waiting for Reid's new book (it's out today!) so I figured, challenge accepted. I purchased a... Continue Reading →
A brief overview of my love for the author Jessica Day George.
Now, chic lit is often used with great disdain to dismiss a book. Well, I proudly enjoy most stories that would probably be considered chic lit except I just call them fiction. Although, I do wish we could get away from some of the covers (Hello Publishers!) that are typically Barbie pink or feature women in uncomfortable,... Continue Reading →
This book was published in 2012. It is the captivating story of Ivan, a silverback gorilla that lives on display in a shopping mall. Katherine Applegate's Ivan was inspired by the real Ivan, the Shopping Mall Gorilla. This book is told from Ivan's perspective during a period of dramatic changes in his life. I failed this book... Continue Reading →
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