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Tim’s Book Report
ReplyDeleteHeroes of Olympus the House of Hades
By Rick Riordan
The House of Hades is the 4th book in the Heroes of Olympus series where seven demigods (half human, half Greek God) are trying to stop the Gaia, the evil Greek goddess of the earth from waking. In this book Percy and Annabeth are trapped in Tartarus, meanwhile the others are trying to close the Doors of Death.
Would you recommend this book to others? I would recommend this book to other people because it is very well written. It is very interesting and it is also a good way of learning the Greek myths.
What is your favourite part of the book? My favourite part of the book is when Nico gets turned into corn, it was funny because people are just not meant to be corn cobs!
What is your favourite thing about the book? My favourite thing about The House of Hades is that it is funny throughout the book. This is one of the funny parts from the book – “Kill farmers!” The voice of Ares screamed in Frank’s head. “Return to the legion and fight Greeks!” Mars said. “What are we doing here?!” “Killing farmers!” Ares screamed back. “Shut up!” Frank yelled aloud. “Both of you!” A couple of old ladies with shopping bags shuffled past. They gave Frank a strange look, muttered something in Italian and kept going.
I like this bit because of the old ladies staring at Frank. It made me laugh.
Well done, Tim!! I have not read the book. When I was younger I was a big fan of mythology, perhaps I should have a read. :D
DeleteExcellent book report Tim!
DeleteMaybe I should read the Heros of Olympus someday.
Tanvi's Book Review
ReplyDeleteTitle: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician's Nephew
Author:C.S Lewis
This book was about two children named Diggory and Polly who discover a land called Narnia when Uncle Andrew, Diggory's uncle transports Diggory and Polly to 'The land between the worlds' using a yellow ring. Then they jump into a pool while holding one of their rings and find themselves in Charn where Diggory awakes an evil queen. The evil queen comes back to the normal world with Diggory and Polly and makes Uncle Andrew her servant. Diggory and Polly then accidentally take the witch to Narnia where they see Aslan, a wise lion create Narnia just by singing a song. Then Diggory bravely goes up to Aslan in hope to find something to cure his sick mother. Aslan sends him on a quest to find and pick a silver apple in the middle of a garden. When Diggory and Polly returned the silver apple Aslan told them to plant it. Soon the tree grew and protected Narnia.
I liked this book because it had quite a lot of adventure in it. The book was also mysterious and funny. The book was funny when Aslan put Uncle Andrew to sleep and the other animals thought he was a plant. The animals dug a hole for Uncle Andrew and watered him. When Uncle Andrew didn’t stand up straight, they thought he was wilting and gave him more water.
My favourite character is Aslan because is wise, brave and intelligent. Aslan always keeps calm and he is very kind. He is also very helpful and very, very friendly. Aslan is the oldest, wisest person in Narnia and that’s why he is my favourite character in The Chronicles of Narnia series.
I would recommend this book to a friend because it is interesting, funny, mysterious and adventurous. I think others would really enjoy this book.
Well done, Tanvi! Another fantastic review :D
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ReplyDeleteBook name: Scavenger Zoid
Author: Paul Stewart
Illustrator: Chris Ridell
Summary: There are many jobs you can do in the Biosphere. All sorts of things like the Fixers, Growers, Watchers, Salvagers, Sanitizers, Cook Techs, Bevservers, and then, there’s York. He is a Scavenger. There aren’t many of Scavengers. It’s not that surprising because Scavengers have the most dangerous job. They hunt zoids. Zoids are machines from 10000 years ago during the Launch Times. The Launch Times are the times we left Earth 10000 years ago. Scavengers have to go out alone in the Tube Forest. The Biosphere is completely made of metal and junk. You may be asking why there are zoids. 10000 years ago, robots used to serve mankind. But during the launch, the robots rebelled and became zoids. The inpost is my home. No one has found out about the inpost yet. Well not zoids yet anyway. Then, a couple of zoids raided the inpost and after they raided York’s home, they took everyone. But York and his critter, Caliph managed to escape by just. York was alone. He had to find where his people were. So then, he grabbed his stunner and half a dozen gunkballs. When he exited the tube forest, York met a human in a Clan-Safe. His name was Dale. When York was with Dale, he met a girl called Belle. York didn’t know that Belle was a zoid. But she was so human-like. Belle accompanied York on his journey to save his friends. Then, belle showed York where his friends were kept. So they both journeyed to sector 17.
Recommendation: I recommend you to read this book so you can get entertained an interested.
Rating: 3/5 stars
Well done, Jeiming! I have not heard of this book before, it sounds interesting. :D
DeleteTim's 2nd Book report
ReplyDeleteAlex Rider: Stormbreaker
by Anthony Horowitz
Stormbreaker is the first book in the Alex Rider series about a 14 year old superspy. When Ian Rider (Alex's uncle) is killed in a very suspicious way Alex soon discovers the truth: that his uncle was a spy. In only a few days Alex finds himself caught up with MI6 and only with a false identity and a couple of amazingly disguised gadgets Alex sets of to discover why Multi-Billionaire Herod Sayle is giving away a Stormbreaker computer to every school in the country.
I would recommend this book to others because it is action-packed, it is very interesting, and it is funny in some bits.
I like the main character (Alex) because he is small but still dangerous and I also like his karate skills!
My favourite part of the book would probably be when Alex gets attacked by people on motorbikes with flame throwers in the jungle.
Nicely done, Tim! I saw the movie a while ago. Do you prefer the book or the movie?
DeleteI prefer the book.
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ReplyDeleteView from the 32nd Floor
AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR
Cameron, Emma
This story is about a boy called William who lives on a 32nd floor of a high rise apartment.He has a clear view of another apartment opposite.He sees his neighbours eating ice-cream, painting the pictures and watering the plants….But he notices one elderly neighbour is not eating properly.
And another person who never opens the curtains and he see only a shadow.William organize a party and invites neighbours with his friend Rebecca’s help.Can they succeed? Always always.
Why did you like (or dislike) the main character?
I liked the main character, William because he is a funny boy. He looks a new name in the name dictionary and announces his new name every day. His friends are happy to use it.
Did the book leave you with something to think about? What?
Yes. William is very funny and he also cares about the people especially who are lonely.And lots of food names are in the book.
Which part of the story did you like the best?
I liked the part when William convinced the lady Mrs.Stavros to come to the party.He said “It’s the only time we’ll be celebrating! The most important one we’ve ever had. And Rebecca worked extra hard all week, practicing a dance, especially for you. She’ll cry if you aren’t there.”
Would you recommend this book to others?
Yes, I would recommend this book because it has a lot of friendship in the community.
Great review, Kurumi! :D
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ReplyDeleteA Very Unusual Pursuit
AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR
Catherine Jinks
A Very Unusual Pursuit is the 1st book in the “City of Orphans” series. Monsters have been eating any child who gets too close in London’s
dark places for centuries. That’s why Birdie McAdam works for Alfred
Bunce the bogler. Soon after they killed the chimney bogle, they approached two very different women. Sarah runs a gang of pickpockets, and Edith is studying mythical beasts of English folklore. Many incidents happened and Birdie and Alfred are threatened and they are in danger…
Why did you like (or dislike) the main character?
I liked Birdie because she is a ten years old, similar age as me.She is very brave as she became a bogler apprentice. She is also a beautiful girl with a lovely voice.
What facts or fun things did you learn from this book?
There were lots of spoken English in the story which I didn’t know so I learned many words from the glossary.I also learned how to catch a bogle.(In case there are any in this world!)
Would you recommend this book to others?
Yes. I would recommend this book to everybody, especially to the students
who are interested in mythical beasts.I would like to read on the next book in the series.
Another wonderful review, Kurumi!
DeleteI also received your talent show entry, Wow! :D
Title: Percy Jackson and the Greek Gods
ReplyDeleteAuthor: Rick Riordan
This book is in the form of short stories and it is divided into several parts. The first few parts explain how the Gods were born and came to rule the world. These stories talk about Kronos and the earlier Olympians such as Hestia, Demeter, Hera, Hades, Poseidon and Zeus.
The next part has Greek myths about the later Olympians such as Athena, Aphrodite, Ares, Hephaestus, Apollo, Artemis, Hermes and Dionysus.
What did you learn by reading this book?
By reading this book I learnt about different Greek Gods and came to know about some interesting stories of their life.
Why did you like this book?
I liked this book because it was funny. For example: When baby Hermes was only a few hours old he stole Apollo's cows. Hermes invented the lyre and gave to Apollo so he wouldn't throw him into Tartarus (the pit where monsters regrow).
Would you recommend this book?
Yes, I would recommend this book to others because it explains a lot of Greek myths and is funny at the same time.
Fantastic, Tanvi! Sounds like a good book to read. :D
DeleteJinx, the wizard's apprentice
ReplyDeleteauthor Sage Blackwood
It isn't everyday that a wizard rescues you from the clutches of gnarly trolls. but for Jinx, this isn't a very normal day.
A mysterious wizard appears and saves jinx's life and wards of the trolls. Can jinx trust this wizard who never taught him to read? Will jinx escape the knives of the Bonemaster? or will he die and perish in his own body. Jjinx finds 2 new friends eager to accompany him to the Bonemaster? Has Jinx already died near the start of the book?
I fond this book very interesting. It's packed with a lot of action, adventure and mystery. Life in the Urwald is not too easy. Be off the path and you're dead. Can jinx follow the truce of the path? The truce of the path has left me wondering. Who first broke the truce of the path? What is the truce of the path?
I recommend you to read this book over and over. t's great.
5/5 stars