Hi everybody, Smart Girl here. I'm going to review another series about talking animals. It's the Warriors series by Erin Hunter. I am currently addicted to this series, and have already started the second series of it. Anyway, let's get started.
First, the synopsis. Our main character is a housecat named Rusty. One day he decides to go out to the forest near his house. There, he meets another cat named Graypaw and then two other cats named Bluestar and Lionheart. Bluestar invites Rusty to join ThunderClan, which he decides to do. He becomes Firepaw and an apprentice to Bluestar, the Clan leader. Two deputies die and then a cat named Tigerclaw becomes deputy. Firepaw becomes suspicious of Tigerclaw. ThunderClan is having problems with ShadowClan and their bloodthirsty leader, Brokenstar. Brokenstar has driven WindClan out of their territory and RiverClan has given hunting rights to ShadowClan. Can ThunderClan stand up to ShadowClan and defend their territory?
Now, my opinion. I love this book. It's a great book to begin a great series. Firepaw is such a great character and I really like how Erin Hunter has day to day things and how organized and thought out everything is. If you read the Redwall books and liked them, I would recommend this to you.
Best Read by Ages: 8 and up
Official Smart Girl Grade: A+
That's all for now, Smart Girl.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Running Out of Time
Hi everybody, it's Smart Girl again. Yep, tonight I'm doing two posts. (It's Double Smart Girl!) This one is about Running Out of Time by Margret Peterson Haddix. Let's get started!
First, the synopsis. This book is about Jessie, a girl living in Clifton Village in the 1800s. She's lived there as long as she can remember, but strange things as happening. For example, the doctor used to tell people folk remedies and give them pills under the table, pills that worked. Now, though, the pills don't come. Her mom is acting very strangely. One night, Jessie goes with her mom to help a sick person, and when her mom comes out, she tells Jessie that the next day, she has to tell something to Jessie. The next day, Jessie learns most of the truth about Clifton, but she will have to learn some things by herself. All I can say is, Jessie had better hurry, because the clock's always ticking, and she's running out of time...
Now, my opinion. I LOVE this book. I love Margret Peterson Haddix. This book is full of plot twists. I had so much fun reading this and rereading this. The whole story is very vibrant and alive. The characters are human and aren't perfect. The truth really surprised me and the real truth surprised me even more.
Best Read by ages: 8 and up
Official Smart Girl Grade: A+
This post is over except for one thing that goes for all books. If you've read the books, please don't give spoilers. That's all for now, Smart Girl.
First, the synopsis. This book is about Jessie, a girl living in Clifton Village in the 1800s. She's lived there as long as she can remember, but strange things as happening. For example, the doctor used to tell people folk remedies and give them pills under the table, pills that worked. Now, though, the pills don't come. Her mom is acting very strangely. One night, Jessie goes with her mom to help a sick person, and when her mom comes out, she tells Jessie that the next day, she has to tell something to Jessie. The next day, Jessie learns most of the truth about Clifton, but she will have to learn some things by herself. All I can say is, Jessie had better hurry, because the clock's always ticking, and she's running out of time...
Now, my opinion. I LOVE this book. I love Margret Peterson Haddix. This book is full of plot twists. I had so much fun reading this and rereading this. The whole story is very vibrant and alive. The characters are human and aren't perfect. The truth really surprised me and the real truth surprised me even more.
Best Read by ages: 8 and up
Official Smart Girl Grade: A+
This post is over except for one thing that goes for all books. If you've read the books, please don't give spoilers. That's all for now, Smart Girl.
Chasing Lincoln's Killer
Hi everybody, Smart Girl here. This is an unusual post because it is my first nonfiction review. So, bear with me. This one is going to be about Chasing Lincoln's Killer by James L. Swanson. Let's get started!
First, the synopsis. This book, if you couldn't guess by the title, is about the hunt for John Wilkes Booth, as well as the story of his plans and how they succeeded and failed. It starts before the assassination and ends with John Wilkes Booth's death. It tells how he assassinates, escapes and dies. It also tells the stories of not-so-successful assassination attempts of other people.
Now, my opinion. I really like this book. It's a unique book because it's actually a children's version of Swanson's first book, Manhunt. (Smart Mom says if you want more details, read Manhunt.) I think that it was a great idea to make a children's version of an adult book. I really enjoyed reading this, and I hope that he does it for his new book, Bloody Crimes. (Smart Mom says Bloody Crimes, which is about Lincoln's funeral train, isn't as dramatic as Manhunt.)
Best Read by Ages: 8 to about 14 (Older people would be better off with Manhunt.)
Official Smart Girl Grade: A+
Well, for my first nonfiction, I think it went well. That's all for now, Smart Girl.
First, the synopsis. This book, if you couldn't guess by the title, is about the hunt for John Wilkes Booth, as well as the story of his plans and how they succeeded and failed. It starts before the assassination and ends with John Wilkes Booth's death. It tells how he assassinates, escapes and dies. It also tells the stories of not-so-successful assassination attempts of other people.
Now, my opinion. I really like this book. It's a unique book because it's actually a children's version of Swanson's first book, Manhunt. (Smart Mom says if you want more details, read Manhunt.) I think that it was a great idea to make a children's version of an adult book. I really enjoyed reading this, and I hope that he does it for his new book, Bloody Crimes. (Smart Mom says Bloody Crimes, which is about Lincoln's funeral train, isn't as dramatic as Manhunt.)
Best Read by Ages: 8 to about 14 (Older people would be better off with Manhunt.)
Official Smart Girl Grade: A+
Well, for my first nonfiction, I think it went well. That's all for now, Smart Girl.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
The Lost Hero
Hi everybody, Smart Girl here. I am going to do something amazing. I am going to review a non-Redwall book. Said book is, if you haven't figured it out from the title, Rick Riordan's new book, The Lost Hero.
First, the synopsis. Jason is a demigod, (what a shock!) but he's unique. Not only is he a demigod, he's lost virtually all of his memories. He has two friends, Leo, (demigod) and Piper. (Another demigod.) Then, something amazing happens. We meet an old friend, (hint, Yankees hat!) ... Annabeth! We find out that Leo is a son of Hephaestus, Jason's a son of Zeus (technically Jupiter), and Piper's a daughter of ... .............?! (This was a huge shocker to me, so I'll let you find out yourselves.) Then, oh, by the way, now they're at Camp Half-Blood; they get a quest. (This sounds strangely familiar...) They go an the quest to rescue Hera. (Annabeth does not come.)
Now, my opinion. After that long synopsis, I get to say what I think. I like this book, hilarious, and you will NOT believe who Piper is the daughter of. However, I like Percy Jackson better. I don't like the Roman gods, and Jason isn't as funny as Percy. Piper and Leo are tied with Annabeth and Grover, respectively. I still think it's a good book, and can't wait for the next one.
Best Read by Ages: 8 and up
Official Smart Girl Grade: A
Well, I typed a lot today, but thankfully, that's all for now, Smart Girl.
First, the synopsis. Jason is a demigod, (what a shock!) but he's unique. Not only is he a demigod, he's lost virtually all of his memories. He has two friends, Leo, (demigod) and Piper. (Another demigod.) Then, something amazing happens. We meet an old friend, (hint, Yankees hat!) ... Annabeth! We find out that Leo is a son of Hephaestus, Jason's a son of Zeus (technically Jupiter), and Piper's a daughter of ... .............?! (This was a huge shocker to me, so I'll let you find out yourselves.) Then, oh, by the way, now they're at Camp Half-Blood; they get a quest. (This sounds strangely familiar...) They go an the quest to rescue Hera. (Annabeth does not come.)
Now, my opinion. After that long synopsis, I get to say what I think. I like this book, hilarious, and you will NOT believe who Piper is the daughter of. However, I like Percy Jackson better. I don't like the Roman gods, and Jason isn't as funny as Percy. Piper and Leo are tied with Annabeth and Grover, respectively. I still think it's a good book, and can't wait for the next one.
Best Read by Ages: 8 and up
Official Smart Girl Grade: A
Well, I typed a lot today, but thankfully, that's all for now, Smart Girl.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Taggerung
Hi everybody, long time no see. Sorry for not posting, it's been a busy summer. Anyway, continuing the Redwall series, I'm doing Taggerung, pronounced the way it's spelled. Let's get going!
First, the synopsis. In this one, the main character is an otter who is being raised by vermin, (in this group there are; ferrets, stoats, rats, and a fox.) because they believe he is the Taggerung. (a super strong warrior who is better physically than all the other vermin.) He lives with them for fifteen seasons, but never kills anyone. The leader of the tribe is worried about this and decides to "cure" him. Instead, Tagg, (as he is known) runs away, with no destination in mind. He eventually gets to Redwall and finds out that he is a Redwaller and his mother and sister are still alive. Meanwhile, the vermin have sent a party to get the Taggerung. The party gets to Redwall and the otter, (now known as Denya, which was his real name all along) fends them off but gets mortally wounded. If you want to find out what happens, READ THE BOOK!
Now, my opinion. I really like this book, because it features otters, some of my favorite characters, and there are some quite funny parts. This is a great book, not the best for beginners, but then, Redwall is the only one that's perfect for beginners.
Best Read by Ages: 8 and up.
Official Smart Girl Grade: A
Just a note if you've read all of them, the next one is coming out next year. See you all soon! That's all, Smart Girl.
First, the synopsis. In this one, the main character is an otter who is being raised by vermin, (in this group there are; ferrets, stoats, rats, and a fox.) because they believe he is the Taggerung. (a super strong warrior who is better physically than all the other vermin.) He lives with them for fifteen seasons, but never kills anyone. The leader of the tribe is worried about this and decides to "cure" him. Instead, Tagg, (as he is known) runs away, with no destination in mind. He eventually gets to Redwall and finds out that he is a Redwaller and his mother and sister are still alive. Meanwhile, the vermin have sent a party to get the Taggerung. The party gets to Redwall and the otter, (now known as Denya, which was his real name all along) fends them off but gets mortally wounded. If you want to find out what happens, READ THE BOOK!
Now, my opinion. I really like this book, because it features otters, some of my favorite characters, and there are some quite funny parts. This is a great book, not the best for beginners, but then, Redwall is the only one that's perfect for beginners.
Best Read by Ages: 8 and up.
Official Smart Girl Grade: A
Just a note if you've read all of them, the next one is coming out next year. See you all soon! That's all, Smart Girl.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
The Sable Quean
Hi chaps! Oh, H'I say, it's been a jolly long time since Smart Girl has done a bally post, wot wot! Well, now I'll cut the act and get down to business. (By the way, that is the accent of most Salamanstron hares. They are in most Redwall books.) Ironically, the main character of the next book is a Salamanstron hare. So now, on with... The Sable Quean.
First, the synopsis. In this one, the main character is Buckler, the Salamanstron blademaster, the best since his grandfather. He wants adventure, so the badger lord sent him on a journey. In the course of the trip, they find out that someone is kidnapping young ones from all over Mossflower. It turns out to be Vilaya, the Sable Quean. Buckler finds out that Vilaya's commander, Zwilt the Shade, killed and robbed his brother, nearly killed his sister in law, and kidnapped their young children. So, will the young ones be rescued, and will Buckler avenge his brother, or will all be lost? If you read it, you'll find out.
Now, my opinion. I think that this one is in the middle. I really like Buckler, but I just don't like this one as much as others, like Redwall and Mariel of Redwall. It just doesn't have that zing feeling that the others do. However, that doesn't mean that it's a bad book. It just isn't in my top five. So, I still recommend it for people who like good books.
Just as an unrelated note, I won't be doing any of the Twilight series, that's all for now, Smart Girl.
First, the synopsis. In this one, the main character is Buckler, the Salamanstron blademaster, the best since his grandfather. He wants adventure, so the badger lord sent him on a journey. In the course of the trip, they find out that someone is kidnapping young ones from all over Mossflower. It turns out to be Vilaya, the Sable Quean. Buckler finds out that Vilaya's commander, Zwilt the Shade, killed and robbed his brother, nearly killed his sister in law, and kidnapped their young children. So, will the young ones be rescued, and will Buckler avenge his brother, or will all be lost? If you read it, you'll find out.
Now, my opinion. I think that this one is in the middle. I really like Buckler, but I just don't like this one as much as others, like Redwall and Mariel of Redwall. It just doesn't have that zing feeling that the others do. However, that doesn't mean that it's a bad book. It just isn't in my top five. So, I still recommend it for people who like good books.
Just as an unrelated note, I won't be doing any of the Twilight series, that's all for now, Smart Girl.
Monday, July 5, 2010
Mariel of Redwall
Hi everybody, Smart Girl here. Today you're going learn about Mariel of Redwall, by Brian Jacques, my favorite one in the whole series. So, let's get started!
First, the synopsis. In this one we meet the self-named "Storm Gullwhacker,"a young mouse who was washed ashore around Salamandstron. She finds her way to Redwall Abbey, where she meets another young mouse named Dandin. While at Redwall, she regains her memory (which she had lost) and learns that she is named Mariel and that she was kidnapped by Gabool the Wild.
Now, my opinion. I think that this is the best Redwall book in the entire series. It has a very funny line one time she's at Redwall. The line is when a dubbin (a term for very young Abbey dwellers) asks if Mariel wants to play. She "plays" by throwing a ball and then hitting it into the air with her Gullwhacker and it lands on another Redwaller. When the infuriated Redwaller asks who threw it, Mariel replies, "I hit the ball high. It's called playing. D'you want to play?" Mariel is a great character as well as all the others. There are some really funny moments. Therefore, I recommend this to anybody who wants a good book.
Best Read by Ages: 8 and up
Official Smart Girl Grade: A+
Have a great summer, and that's all for now, Smart Girl.
First, the synopsis. In this one we meet the self-named "Storm Gullwhacker,"a young mouse who was washed ashore around Salamandstron. She finds her way to Redwall Abbey, where she meets another young mouse named Dandin. While at Redwall, she regains her memory (which she had lost) and learns that she is named Mariel and that she was kidnapped by Gabool the Wild.
Now, my opinion. I think that this is the best Redwall book in the entire series. It has a very funny line one time she's at Redwall. The line is when a dubbin (a term for very young Abbey dwellers) asks if Mariel wants to play. She "plays" by throwing a ball and then hitting it into the air with her Gullwhacker and it lands on another Redwaller. When the infuriated Redwaller asks who threw it, Mariel replies, "I hit the ball high. It's called playing. D'you want to play?" Mariel is a great character as well as all the others. There are some really funny moments. Therefore, I recommend this to anybody who wants a good book.
Best Read by Ages: 8 and up
Official Smart Girl Grade: A+
Have a great summer, and that's all for now, Smart Girl.
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