Families Book Reviews

Name: Molly Age 8
14 July 2010;

Genre: Adventure

Its so exciting! Very funny and if you pick the book up and read the first page you won't be able to put it down agian before you finish it.I think it is the best book ever.

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Name: Rosie Age 13
25 June 2010;

Genre: Books set in the past

I loved this book because it is nothing like I've ever read before. It's almost an entirely new language so it requires quite a lot of deciphering but once you get into the swing of the language you can really enjoy the thrilling and gripping story line!!! Give it a go and you won't regret it - a...

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Name: Joy Court
05 May 2010;

Genre: Real life

This is an outstanding book from a multi-award winning author, that perfectly captures the interconnectedness of modern life. It is dealing with the big issues of poverty and justice but in an entirely non-patronising or sermonising way. Khadija may be an illegal, economic refugee from war torn a...

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Name: kitty Age 14
22 April 2010;

Genre: Adventure

X-Isle would suit Young Adults, both male and female, but is 'grown up' enough to capture the attention of the adult fantasy world. It's fast-paced and thrilling, making it an easily enjoyable read.

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Name: alice Age 14
22 April 2010;

Genre: Books set in the past

It has something for everyone, love, pirates and history. For those that don't like them there are some pretty gruesome executions!

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Name: persil Age 14
22 April 2010;

Genre: Magical Realism

It is a quirky and a fun read for anyone in my opinion between eight and around 12 or 13 years. A girl named phillipa goes on holiday and when spending time with her friend Robyn, she hears a voice on the computer. Soon after this Philippa is at ATC ('above the clouds') with fairies and there are...

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Name: Tara Casey
27 March 2010;

Genre: Friends and family

I think this book is ok. However, my kids think it is the business! They can't articulate exactly why, but they love it. If I rate this for me I would give it 3. If I rate it through the eyes of a 3 and 4 year old I would give it 5. I guess that if I were the author that would be my goal.

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Name: Tara Casey
27 March 2010;

Genre: Real life

I specifically like this book as it is such a stunning visual journey and everyone knows a Jeremy, whether you are 3 or 93!!

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Name: Tara Age 12
27 March 2010;

Genre: Animals

A really funny book about a bird that parallels the behaviour of a real life toddler! Its favourite word is, of course, 'No' and it's a great cautionary tale for every small child who is also at the 'No' stage.

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Name: Tara Casey
27 March 2010;

Genre: Adventure

Brilliant! Great illustrations, fantastic verse and an exciting adventure.

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