Teen Book Reviews
 The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
Alexie, Sherman
THE ABSOLUTELY TRUE DIARY OF A PART-TIME INDIAN begins with Junior's everyday travails. Born with water on the brain, he suffers a rash of difficult and painful physical traumas daily. Bright and filled with ideas and artistic ability, Arnold Spirit (Junior's beautiful true name) --- the son of an alcoholic and a long-suffering mom --- decides to take a chance, get off the "rez" and attend a white private school in Rearden, Washington. To his surprise, he leaves the world of bullies and bullying behind him and encounters new friends who share some of his interests. His basketball team meets up with his old classmates on the court, and a battle of both bodies and cultures begins. ~ Jason C.
 Th1rteen R3asons Why
Asher, Jay
Hannah Baker has thirteen reasons for endeding her life. Clay Jensen is one of those reasons. He recieves a box of cassette tapes with Hannah Baker's voice telling him that if he listens, he'll find out why. This book was enthralling down to the last page. It is full of so many interesting elements. Thirteen Reasons Why is a great accomplishment for a first time author. ~ A. R.
 Crackback
Coy, John
This is a good book it definitly illistrates what a kid can go through when they do high school football. It is a perfect illistration of the coaches and the way high school football players would think of their coaches. I would recomend it for anyone considering playing high school sports. ~ Kevin M.
 Kiss Me Kill Me
Henderson, Lauren
Kiss Me, Kill Me by Lauren Henderson is an exciting teen novel with a plot that keeps you guessing. It has a unique story with an unpredictable turn of events. This book is a great read and is recommended to anyone who is in the mood for a witty story about a young Scarlett and how one party changes her life. Will you be able to handle the suspense when she is blamed by all of her peers for the murder of the hottest boy in school because of one small kiss? The best age group for this book is 9th - 12th. ~ Heather G.
 Lake of Secrets
Littke, Lael
I really enjoyed reading this book because it kept me on my toes and made me want to keep reading more. It was a very suspicious and thrilling book. I would suggest this book to a more mature audience because the story could be a bit graphic at times and confusing. Overall it was a wonderful book. ~ Sierra S. |
