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4/2/2017: I would like to say that good things come to those who wait but I can't tell you how long one must wait, how good those things may be or how to know when it's simply too late. I can see that hope drives the world and makes life worth living but it also has another side which pushes us beyond the point of no return and not always for the best.
Enjoying yourself? Maybe donate just a teeny-weeny dollar? (motivationally speaking)
Currently Reading:
Shadow House Trilogy by Dan Poblocki
4/24/2017: (The Gathering) It looks as if history is repeating and these 5 kids have been affected in some way by the previous iteration of whatever happened in the house before. They are at least mostly smart enough to see the inconsistencies of the situation though making for a more interesting plot.
4/12/2017: (The Gathering) I have enjoyed books by Dan Poblocki before so when I saw this new series, I wanted to check it out.
Vol 1: The Gathering
Vol 2: You Can't Hide
Vol 3: No Way Out
Recent Book Reviews:
I Liked My Life by Abby Fabiaschi
4/8/2017: It has been said before by Douglas Adams that the things you do don't always get you where you want to go but always gets you where you need to be. In a much more thoughtful, insightful and endearing way Abby Fabiaschi has mastered this concept with a story that perfectly portrays the joy, sorrow and complexities of moving on; as well as some pitfalls that could ensnare those unable or unwilling to see. There have been few stories that have brought tears to my eyes in such a good way; providing so many lessons to consider and potentially incorporate into my life. Even better, though the ending was in a general sense what you would expect, as true to the lesson it was not necessarily how you would expect it, making the journey's end all the sweeter. This is truly a marvelous book, surely a portrayal of beautiful mind, that has so much to offer so many and I can only hope that my words do it justice. This book has definitely ranked in my all time favorites.
The Orphan of Awkward Falls by Keith Graves
3/7/2017: This was a pleasant book to read as written from a child's perspective. There were a couple clever twists that you may not see coming. Better, with one or two exceptions, you can almost see it happening; especially since the the "mad scientist" of the story was really just a very clever man that wanted love ... for all eternity. The ending seemed to be cut a little short without the curious father following up on what should have been irresistible but overall the story was very enjoyable and I recommend it for all ages.
The Secrets of Droon by Tony Abbott
After finding an entire world filled with magic and adventure under the basement stairs, these kids make friends and become heroes as they fumble through one situation after another learning life lessons along the way. These are children's books though there certainly isn't a maximum age limit for enjoying these stories. One thing that I really enjoyed is the progression of the story through the series and not exclusively limited to each individual book. This is a great series to share and discuss between parents and children.
The order of the books is:
#8 The Golden Wasp
#7 Into the Land of the Lost
#6 The Sleeping Giant of Goll
#5
#4 The City in the Clouds
#3 The Mysterious Island
#2 The Journey to the Volcano Palace
#1 The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet
The Unwritten; Tommy Taylor and the Ship that Sank Twice by Mike Carey, Peter Gross, Kurt Huggins and Zelda Devon
2/24/2017: This is a graphic novel about a mage turned vampire wanting to exact revenge on the son of the mages that thwarted his quest for ultimate power, which he still covets. I chose this book because of the title. Yes, I know you should never judge a book by its cover but it doesn't hurt to be intrigued with a book because of its title. The story is well presented with a lot of background to make the story complete and the ending is very very interesting. It is not scary and a good book to read for kid and adult alike. Additionally, the art work is good and the pictures help to tell the story. I definitely recommend this for every vampire enthusiast and even those that just want a good way to pass an afternoon.
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
1/30/2017: This was a very interesting book with some themes I recognized from other sources. One related to current affairs is that we should embrace the differences of others for our own preservation and growth rather than building a world where peculiarity and shortcoming must be hidden above all else. Another reminder of this book is that what you can't see CAN hurt you. There is more to this story to be told and I look forward to continuing the adventure as well as seeing the movie, the reviews of which suggest that you should read the book first. The book was very enjoyable with a lot of substance and I recommend it for all to read.