I'm so sorry!
I have fallen so behind in my reviews, but I aim to catch up within the next couple of days.
I don't know if anyone actually reads this, but I'll put the reviews up anyway.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Book 13: "The Guy Next Door"- Meg Cabot.
Title: The Guy Next Door
Author: Meg Cabot
Pages: 374
Rating: 6/10
Review:
Great book!
It was hilarious and I LOVED the characters of Mel and John- they made a really lovely couple.
The storyline was interesting and suspenseful (I didn’t even suspect who the bad guy was). Once again, I liked the style of the book which was told through emails.
This is just a really fun, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable book that I would read again.
Author: Meg Cabot
Pages: 374
Rating: 6/10
Review:
Great book!
It was hilarious and I LOVED the characters of Mel and John- they made a really lovely couple.
The storyline was interesting and suspenseful (I didn’t even suspect who the bad guy was). Once again, I liked the style of the book which was told through emails.
This is just a really fun, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable book that I would read again.
Book 12: "Boy Meets Girl"- Meg Cabot.
Title: Boy Meets Girl
Author: Meg Cabot
Pages: 383
Rating: 4/10
Review:
I was a bit disappointed in this- I didn’t really like the character of Kate and found the storyline a little boring.
I did like the style of the novel- told through emails and phone messages. It was a really quick read and it was funny in some parts.
I loved Mitch Hertzog and his relationship with Stacy and how they ganged up on Stuart…
Author: Meg Cabot
Pages: 383
Rating: 4/10
Review:
I was a bit disappointed in this- I didn’t really like the character of Kate and found the storyline a little boring.
I did like the style of the novel- told through emails and phone messages. It was a really quick read and it was funny in some parts.
I loved Mitch Hertzog and his relationship with Stacy and how they ganged up on Stuart…
Book 11: "Twilight"- Stephanie Meyer.
Title: Twilight
Author: Stephanie Meyer
Pages: 434
Rating: 10/10
Review:
Amazing.
I actually read the few third of it and put it away because I was bored, but then a girl from work urged me to try again and so I did-I’m really glad I gave it another try.
I don’t really know what was so addictive about it, but I loved the growing relationship between Edward and Bella. I also loved the interactions shown between Edward and his family. The parts where James was after Bella were scary-I was scared Edward was going to get hurt and I was afraid for Bella when James tricked her.
I really appreciated the slower pace at the beginning of the book because it gave me a chance to see a developing relationship between Bella and Edward- it wasn’t just that they saw each other and were immediately together- it was a slow process of trust.
I can’t wait to read New Moon while I’m on holidays!
Author: Stephanie Meyer
Pages: 434
Rating: 10/10
Review:
Amazing.
I actually read the few third of it and put it away because I was bored, but then a girl from work urged me to try again and so I did-I’m really glad I gave it another try.
I don’t really know what was so addictive about it, but I loved the growing relationship between Edward and Bella. I also loved the interactions shown between Edward and his family. The parts where James was after Bella were scary-I was scared Edward was going to get hurt and I was afraid for Bella when James tricked her.
I really appreciated the slower pace at the beginning of the book because it gave me a chance to see a developing relationship between Bella and Edward- it wasn’t just that they saw each other and were immediately together- it was a slow process of trust.
I can’t wait to read New Moon while I’m on holidays!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Book 10: "See How They Run"- David McRobbie.
Title: See How They Run
Author: David McRobbie
Pages: 231
Rating: 8/10
Review:
This is my second favourite book that we had to read in high school (my first being “Briar Rose” by Jane Yolen) and I suddenly had the urge to read it again.
I loved it just as much (maybe even more now that I didn’t have to write essays on it!). I loved the characters- they were so REAL, like they could live right next door to you.
I felt the book was well paced, had just the right amount of drama, comedy and even action, and made you feel for this poor family.
I especially loved the relationship between Emma and Nicola- a truly realistic sister/sister relationship.
This is a book that I could read several times a year and not get sick of.
The only thing I would have liked to be different was to see a lot more of the aftermath- what happened after the main event (I don’t want to spoil it) and how they moved on with their lives.
Overall, a great book that kept me reading late into the night (even though I knew what was going to happen).
Author: David McRobbie
Pages: 231
Rating: 8/10
Review:
This is my second favourite book that we had to read in high school (my first being “Briar Rose” by Jane Yolen) and I suddenly had the urge to read it again.
I loved it just as much (maybe even more now that I didn’t have to write essays on it!). I loved the characters- they were so REAL, like they could live right next door to you.
I felt the book was well paced, had just the right amount of drama, comedy and even action, and made you feel for this poor family.
I especially loved the relationship between Emma and Nicola- a truly realistic sister/sister relationship.
This is a book that I could read several times a year and not get sick of.
The only thing I would have liked to be different was to see a lot more of the aftermath- what happened after the main event (I don’t want to spoil it) and how they moved on with their lives.
Overall, a great book that kept me reading late into the night (even though I knew what was going to happen).
Book 9: "The Other Woman" by Jane Green.
Book 9
Title: The Other Woman
Author: Jane Green
Pages: 439
Rating: 9/10
Review:
I found this book thoroughly engaging, right form the very first page. Straight away, I felt myself sympathising with Ellie and becoming interested in her character-I warmed up to her straightaway.
I loved all the friendships in this book- how they grew and changed, especially the dynamics between all the characters.
The character of Dan really got on my nerves at times- I felt he SHOULD have stood up to Linda more- at times I was thinking “JUST STAND UP TO HER!”. He was never on Ellie’s side- and I don’t think this issue was properly resolved. I didn’t like the character of Dan at all. Which made it hard, at times, to read the book.
At times, I thought it was a little fast paced- I would have liked to see more of Ellie’s pregnancy- and I think the ending was a bit faced paced also.
I gave it such a high rating because, despite the things I didn’t like, I really enjoyed it. The characters felt real, there were several different storylines weaved into one, several twists and turns and at some point in the book, I sympathised with every single character, because they were so well written.
This was a reread for me and I would probably read it again.
Title: The Other Woman
Author: Jane Green
Pages: 439
Rating: 9/10
Review:
I found this book thoroughly engaging, right form the very first page. Straight away, I felt myself sympathising with Ellie and becoming interested in her character-I warmed up to her straightaway.
I loved all the friendships in this book- how they grew and changed, especially the dynamics between all the characters.
The character of Dan really got on my nerves at times- I felt he SHOULD have stood up to Linda more- at times I was thinking “JUST STAND UP TO HER!”. He was never on Ellie’s side- and I don’t think this issue was properly resolved. I didn’t like the character of Dan at all. Which made it hard, at times, to read the book.
At times, I thought it was a little fast paced- I would have liked to see more of Ellie’s pregnancy- and I think the ending was a bit faced paced also.
I gave it such a high rating because, despite the things I didn’t like, I really enjoyed it. The characters felt real, there were several different storylines weaved into one, several twists and turns and at some point in the book, I sympathised with every single character, because they were so well written.
This was a reread for me and I would probably read it again.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Book 8: "Shopaholic And Baby"= Sophie Kinsella
Title: Shopaholic And Baby
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 571
Rating: 10/10
Review:
I love Becky!
The whole book was very entertaining. It had just the right amount of humour and seriousness. I love that being pregnant didn’t change Becky’s shopaholic tendencies and especially loved the private investigator part.
I was quite sad when I finished it because I wanted to read more about Becky’s relationship with Minnie and to see if Becky changes her ways, eg; if she starts being careful with her money or if she goes crazy buying things for Minnie as well as herself.
Great book, great characters, happy ending.
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 571
Rating: 10/10
Review:
I love Becky!
The whole book was very entertaining. It had just the right amount of humour and seriousness. I love that being pregnant didn’t change Becky’s shopaholic tendencies and especially loved the private investigator part.
I was quite sad when I finished it because I wanted to read more about Becky’s relationship with Minnie and to see if Becky changes her ways, eg; if she starts being careful with her money or if she goes crazy buying things for Minnie as well as herself.
Great book, great characters, happy ending.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Book 7: "Great Australian Mysteries 2"- John Pinkney.
Title: Great Australian Mysteries 2
Author: John Pinkney
Pages: 329
Rating: 5/10
Review:
This book was full of more interesting Australian mysteries- I was very entertained and spent a long time thinking about them, even trying to solve some of them! It’s fascinating that they’re unsolved- I kept hoping that there would be a part at the end of the stories saying that they had been solved, but there wasn’t.
I wish there was a Great Australian Mysteries 3!
Author: John Pinkney
Pages: 329
Rating: 5/10
Review:
This book was full of more interesting Australian mysteries- I was very entertained and spent a long time thinking about them, even trying to solve some of them! It’s fascinating that they’re unsolved- I kept hoping that there would be a part at the end of the stories saying that they had been solved, but there wasn’t.
I wish there was a Great Australian Mysteries 3!
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Book 6: "Shopaholic And Sister"- Sophie Kinsella.
Title: Shopaholic And Sister
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 493
Rating 4/10
Review:
This is my least favourite in the series, probably because I just couldn’t stand the way Luke treated Becky. And Jess annoyed me as well, especially the way she was so cold towards Becky.
I did enjoy the horse riding part, the Angel bag part and the ending. It was nice to see Becky changing a little, but not going too far and I loved how persistant she was in trying to win Jess over.
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 493
Rating 4/10
Review:
This is my least favourite in the series, probably because I just couldn’t stand the way Luke treated Becky. And Jess annoyed me as well, especially the way she was so cold towards Becky.
I did enjoy the horse riding part, the Angel bag part and the ending. It was nice to see Becky changing a little, but not going too far and I loved how persistant she was in trying to win Jess over.
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Book 5: "The Secret World Of A Shopaholic" by Sophie Kinsella.
Title: The Secret Dreamworld Of A Shopaholic
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 320
Rating: 10/10
Review:
What a delight this book was!
It made me laugh all the time.
I loved how Becky would justify all her purchases to herself- especially when she was trying to Cut Back.
I just find Becky to be a refreshing character- highly amusing while still managing to seem real. Love her friendship with Suze and the whole courtship with Luke.
My favourite part was the whole television part, lol.
I was quite sad when I finished the book, but picked up “Shopaholic And Sister” straight afterwards (I know I’m reading them out of order, but it doesn’t bother me).
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 320
Rating: 10/10
Review:
What a delight this book was!
It made me laugh all the time.
I loved how Becky would justify all her purchases to herself- especially when she was trying to Cut Back.
I just find Becky to be a refreshing character- highly amusing while still managing to seem real. Love her friendship with Suze and the whole courtship with Luke.
My favourite part was the whole television part, lol.
I was quite sad when I finished the book, but picked up “Shopaholic And Sister” straight afterwards (I know I’m reading them out of order, but it doesn’t bother me).
Monday, January 19, 2009
Book 4: Shopaholic Ties The Knot- Sophie Kinsella.
Title: Shopaholic Ties The Knot
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 394
Rating: 10/10
Review:
This one was a re-read for me.
I read this a few years ago, but I decided to read it again- I think I enjoyed it more the second time for some reason.
I think Becky is hilarious- she does some really selfish things at times, but is totally unaware of the fact, so it’s not possible to dislike her. I love how she gets herself into all these messes, but manages to keep a positive, bright attitude about things.
I love her shopaholic ways- I loved the part where she’s buying all these things for Suze that she thinks will help with her situation (I don’t want to spoil the book for anyone by going into it).
Most of all, I love Becky’s warmth- you can tell she really cares about others- and how she really WANTS to do the right thing, but has a difficult time decided what the right thing is.
I’m looking forward to reading more books in the Shopaholic series- I just love the character of Becky!
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 394
Rating: 10/10
Review:
This one was a re-read for me.
I read this a few years ago, but I decided to read it again- I think I enjoyed it more the second time for some reason.
I think Becky is hilarious- she does some really selfish things at times, but is totally unaware of the fact, so it’s not possible to dislike her. I love how she gets herself into all these messes, but manages to keep a positive, bright attitude about things.
I love her shopaholic ways- I loved the part where she’s buying all these things for Suze that she thinks will help with her situation (I don’t want to spoil the book for anyone by going into it).
Most of all, I love Becky’s warmth- you can tell she really cares about others- and how she really WANTS to do the right thing, but has a difficult time decided what the right thing is.
I’m looking forward to reading more books in the Shopaholic series- I just love the character of Becky!
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Book 3- "Great Australian Mysteries" by John Pinkney.
Book 3
Title: Great Australian Mysteries
Author: John Pinkney
Pages: 336
Rating: 10/10
Review:
I’m a big fan of real life mysteries. I could sit all day pondering an unsolved mystery, and I did this often while reading this book. I found it fascinating to read about all these unsolved mysteries that occurred right here in Australia…
There’s just something about this book that sparked my imagination- I had a really great time imagining the “what ifs” of several situations and really wishing that these had been solved!
I basically could not put it down- I wish it were longer!
Title: Great Australian Mysteries
Author: John Pinkney
Pages: 336
Rating: 10/10
Review:
I’m a big fan of real life mysteries. I could sit all day pondering an unsolved mystery, and I did this often while reading this book. I found it fascinating to read about all these unsolved mysteries that occurred right here in Australia…
There’s just something about this book that sparked my imagination- I had a really great time imagining the “what ifs” of several situations and really wishing that these had been solved!
I basically could not put it down- I wish it were longer!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Book 2: "Can You Keep A Secret?"- Sophie Kinsella.
Book 2:
Title: Can You Keep A Secret?
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 482
Rating: 8/10
This would make such a good movie- it was very well paced and very funny.
Emma is such an easy character to fall in love with- she’s funny, kind and has the tendancy to chatter on when she’s nervous- the perfect combination of character traits for a central character to have.
I loved the scene on the plane when Emma is letting out all her secrets, and also the scene when she sees Jack at the office and he recognises her.
I pretty much liked everything about this book- I liked the characters and how real they seemed and how great the chemistry between Emma and Jack was- you could tell that they were attracted to each other.
It was a real page turner and had me cackling aloud as I read about all of Emma’s mishaps, feeling sorry for her at the same time.
I have read this book before, and I would certainly read it again as it is funny, warm, romantic and keeps the reader interested.
Title: Can You Keep A Secret?
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Pages: 482
Rating: 8/10
This would make such a good movie- it was very well paced and very funny.
Emma is such an easy character to fall in love with- she’s funny, kind and has the tendancy to chatter on when she’s nervous- the perfect combination of character traits for a central character to have.
I loved the scene on the plane when Emma is letting out all her secrets, and also the scene when she sees Jack at the office and he recognises her.
I pretty much liked everything about this book- I liked the characters and how real they seemed and how great the chemistry between Emma and Jack was- you could tell that they were attracted to each other.
It was a real page turner and had me cackling aloud as I read about all of Emma’s mishaps, feeling sorry for her at the same time.
I have read this book before, and I would certainly read it again as it is funny, warm, romantic and keeps the reader interested.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Book 1: "Serendipity"- Melanie La'Brooy.
Book 1:
Title: Serendipity
Author: Melanie La’Brooy
Pages: 306
Rating: 10/10
Review: I loved it.
The character of Oscar is, I think, one of my favourite male characters in a book, ever. From their first interaction, Oscar and Hero had great chemistry.
I thought it was a very original idea for a book and the characters were all engaging and realistic.
The book is filled with random and unexpected events/comments that had me laughing aloud and reading the paragraphs repeatedly.
I loved how there was more than one storyline going on and found myself falling in love with every character- even Pelham!
All in all, this is a fantastic book that kept me up late at night because I wanted to read more. I’m sorry that I had to finish it and could have happily read another 300 pages of it!
Title: Serendipity
Author: Melanie La’Brooy
Pages: 306
Rating: 10/10
Review: I loved it.
The character of Oscar is, I think, one of my favourite male characters in a book, ever. From their first interaction, Oscar and Hero had great chemistry.
I thought it was a very original idea for a book and the characters were all engaging and realistic.
The book is filled with random and unexpected events/comments that had me laughing aloud and reading the paragraphs repeatedly.
I loved how there was more than one storyline going on and found myself falling in love with every character- even Pelham!
All in all, this is a fantastic book that kept me up late at night because I wanted to read more. I’m sorry that I had to finish it and could have happily read another 300 pages of it!
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