The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell is about twins Alex and Conner Bailey who discover a secret fairy-tale world. On their 12th birthday, their grandmother gives them a precious book. Little do they know that it is a magical portal to a world of stories. They have no idea that they would get stuck in…
Student Review: Posted (John David Anderson)
Posted is an exciting story about a male character named Frost who struggles to find his identity and solve the problems going on with his friends. Frost wants to be the glue to keep his old and new friends together as one group instead of being five friends who fall apart. But, when…
Student Review: Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy (Karen Foxlee)
This fantasy story is mysterious and breathtaking. Karen Foxlee has made a very clever and adventurous story that will impress you and touch your heart. This story is about two main characters who have very different personalities. Ophelia is just a normal girl who feels like she is not brave at all. She…
Student Review: Desmond Pucket Makes Monster Magic
Have you ever heard of Desmond Pucket? If not, well let me tell you about him. He is a monster maker. He is very good at scaring people with his creations, which include paint-filled balloons, confetti cannons, and more. In the beginning of the story, readers are told that he is really good at…
Student Review: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
Let’s talk about Mo O’Hara’s book, My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish. Here’s the gist for you: Tom has a zombie goldfish named Frankie. Tom’s evil big brother basically murders a goldfish as a science experiment. Frankie can hypnotize people and make them do what he wants. Frankie tries to kill Tom’s brother, Mark. Mark wants…
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