Teenagers Book Reviews

Name: Maggie Age 15
22 July 2019;

Genre: Adventure

I would recommend this book because of the really clever way the story is constructed. The use of dual-narratives creates contrasting and emotive perspectives and there is a good use of humour throughout the book to lighten the very deep aspects of her past. I would also recommend this book bec...

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Name: Hannah V
16 July 2019;

Genre: Friends and family

The book is startling in its ability to draw readers away from the sentimental and capture them in a world of misguided passions. Unlike the time period, Bronte did not seek to instruct readers, particularly women, in what was expected of them, but that the flaws of a character are much more appe...

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Name: Connor Age 11
11 July 2019;

Genre: Friends and family

I must say... this is one of my favourite books ever! The way it is ( beautifully ) written makes you feel his emotions as if they were your own, purely because of its relatability, reminding me about my own family relationships and struggles. I can tell you, I am not the one to cry over any si...

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Name: Isla
01 July 2019;

Genre: Friends and family

I think the 10000 Year Old Boy is really good. It ends the final chapter making me want to read more, and it's more my type of book so I'm definitely gonna read the other books because of how good this story is.

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Name: Sue Wilsher
01 July 2019;

Genre: Friends and family

Having ADHD makes it hard for him to concentrate, but Felix does his best to focus. His slipping grades are a worry and everyone keeps telling him to try harder. His parents are under great pressure from work and his Granddad hasn't been the same since Grandma died. When mum suggests Felix and...

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Name: Gwyn Hubball
30 June 2019;

Genre: Friends and family

Felix is struggling at school, he has ADHD and cannot concentrate on anything. Consequently, he spends a lot of time in isolation and feels like he useless at everything; Felix's confidence is at an all-time low. He doesn't see much of his parents as they are working all hours following the de...

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Name: Lucy Russell
27 June 2019;

Genre: Fantasy

Since her mother mysteriously disappeared when she was a baby, Tilly has been raised by her grandparents in their homely rambling bookshop, Pages and Co. Tilly can often be found curled up with a book and counts Anne Shirley and Alice as dear friends.  One wet half term, strange things start t...

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Name: Connor Age 11
16 June 2019;

Genre: Historical Fiction

The Button War is an original story filled with mystery, excitement and adventure, always keeping me guessing until the final sentence, 'who would be the Button King?' There are many hints and twists sprinkled throughout the book, making it an interesting read even when you may think you've got t...

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Name: Linda Brown
14 June 2019;

Genre: Dystopian

Rebel is the concluding book of the excellent Extinction Trials. Once again, the author has cleverly written a pacy, rollercoaster ride of an adventure that will engage all levels of readers, including adults. Approximately Six months have passed since the end of book 2, Exile. Things didn't tur...

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Name: Beverley Somerset
13 June 2019;

Genre: Friends and family

Teenagers Willa and Alice meet by chance in the departure lounge in LAX airport, and immediately realise that they look so alike they could be mistaken for twins. Both girls are on their way to London; Alice is due to spend the summer with her father's new girlfriend, Mabel, whom she has never...

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