by Kristin Cashore
Published by Graphia, Boston. 2008
This is the first story in an adventure fantasy series. The main character is a young woman with "super powers", in a world where those, like herself, with mis-matched eyes, have been granted special powers. Unfortunately, these special people are usually made to work for the "leaders" or powerful people in the community. Kristin Cashore has created an enjoyable story - and I look forward to reading the next title in the series.
Tuesday, 25 October 2011
Sunday, 11 September 2011
Rugby World Cup Display
Visit the library to look at the results of the Rugby World Cup. Our new display will keep you up to date.
Act of Faith
by Kelly Gardiner
Published by Angus & Robertson, Sydney, 2011
Summary: Set in 1640. Isabella has to flee England because of her father's ideas. She finds refuge for a while, in Amsterdam, working for a printer. They travel together to Venice. But the world seems to be ruled by religious intolerance, which includes the Spanish Inquisition, who have taken a dislike to the printers radical ideas, and want to prevent him publishing them.
My response: I love stories of adventures which may have happened in the past. They are an enjoyable to
learn history. And to think about issues that people may have faced - such as "women's liberation", and equality. At the moment I am particularly interested in stories about the "Inquisition". My research into my children's heritage has found links to this era.
Published by Angus & Robertson, Sydney, 2011
Summary: Set in 1640. Isabella has to flee England because of her father's ideas. She finds refuge for a while, in Amsterdam, working for a printer. They travel together to Venice. But the world seems to be ruled by religious intolerance, which includes the Spanish Inquisition, who have taken a dislike to the printers radical ideas, and want to prevent him publishing them.
My response: I love stories of adventures which may have happened in the past. They are an enjoyable to
learn history. And to think about issues that people may have faced - such as "women's liberation", and equality. At the moment I am particularly interested in stories about the "Inquisition". My research into my children's heritage has found links to this era.
Almost True
by Keren David
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, London, 2010.
Summary: Sequel to When I Was Joe. Someone is still trying to find Ty. The Police move him on to other locations. Who can he trust? His friends? His family? His girlfriend? What is the truth, anyway?
My response: I want to read more stories written by this author.
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, London, 2010.
Summary: Sequel to When I Was Joe. Someone is still trying to find Ty. The Police move him on to other locations. Who can he trust? His friends? His family? His girlfriend? What is the truth, anyway?
My response: I want to read more stories written by this author.
When I was Joe
by Keren David
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, London. 2010
Summary: Ty gets caught-up in a murder. And because he talks to the authorities, they become concerned for his well-being. He and his mother are given "witness (?) protection". They are given a new home, a new name, and a new look. Life is good! But it is a little difficult and the gangsters are still trying to silence him!
My response: Brilliant. Funny, and very enjoyable.
Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books, London. 2010
Summary: Ty gets caught-up in a murder. And because he talks to the authorities, they become concerned for his well-being. He and his mother are given "witness (?) protection". They are given a new home, a new name, and a new look. Life is good! But it is a little difficult and the gangsters are still trying to silence him!
My response: Brilliant. Funny, and very enjoyable.
Sunday, 12 June 2011
Sacrifice
by Joanna Orwin
Published by Harper Collins Publishers, 2011, Auckland
I am impressed! Why are all of the new books so, so good? I liked "Sacrifice" so much, it was hard to stop reading to do the other tasks that needed doing this weekend. But now it is finished, and I can't wait to get into another new book.
Sacrifice is set in the South Pacific in the future. But in a way, you could be forgiven if at moments you thought it was in the past. The residents of New Zealand's Northland are finding life to be very tough. The residents are food gatherers rather than cultivators because the land has been devastated by volcanoes and tsunamis. But some of the elders can remember a time when there were particular crops, long gone, which may once again suit the environment they now find themselves in. So five young men are sent out on a remarkable journey across the dangerous seas to see if they can find remnants of those crops in the unknown lands to the north. The survival of the Northland residents depends on the success of these "travellers". Will the god of the sea protect them in their quest?
Recommended for Year 9 - adults
Published by Harper Collins Publishers, 2011, Auckland
I am impressed! Why are all of the new books so, so good? I liked "Sacrifice" so much, it was hard to stop reading to do the other tasks that needed doing this weekend. But now it is finished, and I can't wait to get into another new book.
Sacrifice is set in the South Pacific in the future. But in a way, you could be forgiven if at moments you thought it was in the past. The residents of New Zealand's Northland are finding life to be very tough. The residents are food gatherers rather than cultivators because the land has been devastated by volcanoes and tsunamis. But some of the elders can remember a time when there were particular crops, long gone, which may once again suit the environment they now find themselves in. So five young men are sent out on a remarkable journey across the dangerous seas to see if they can find remnants of those crops in the unknown lands to the north. The survival of the Northland residents depends on the success of these "travellers". Will the god of the sea protect them in their quest?
Recommended for Year 9 - adults
Monday, 6 June 2011
Ashes
by Kathryn Lasky
Published by Puffin Books, 2010, New York
Kathryn Lasky is another master storyteller! Thirteen-year-old Gabby is living in Berlin in 1932. What does she think and how does she feel about the changing political environment she is growing up in? She is probably more "aware" and more "thoughtful" than most thirteen-year-olds, but this is understandable when you realise that her father is a Professor of Astronomy and the family's close friends include Albert Einstein.
Highly recommended for all readers
Published by Puffin Books, 2010, New York
Kathryn Lasky is another master storyteller! Thirteen-year-old Gabby is living in Berlin in 1932. What does she think and how does she feel about the changing political environment she is growing up in? She is probably more "aware" and more "thoughtful" than most thirteen-year-olds, but this is understandable when you realise that her father is a Professor of Astronomy and the family's close friends include Albert Einstein.
Highly recommended for all readers
Books Change Lives - new display
We are gathering resources for a new display in the library with the theme: "Books Change Lives".
Please add comments to this post, or come and see a librarian, if you know of someone who has a "book that has changed their life", or have a "story" of your own to share.
Please add comments to this post, or come and see a librarian, if you know of someone who has a "book that has changed their life", or have a "story" of your own to share.
Sunday, 5 June 2011
Dirt Bomb
by Fleur Beale
Published by Random House New Zealand, 2011, Auckland
BOYS! Just the story for you, particularly if you like the idea of getting a beaten-up old car to work so that you can have fun in a paddock! Finding a car might be easy, but I think you might need a little bit of luck to find a paddock.
I hope you like the story as much as I did -I couldn't put the book down until I had finished it. This story is perfect for any male New Zealand teen.
Published by Random House New Zealand, 2011, Auckland
BOYS! Just the story for you, particularly if you like the idea of getting a beaten-up old car to work so that you can have fun in a paddock! Finding a car might be easy, but I think you might need a little bit of luck to find a paddock.
I hope you like the story as much as I did -I couldn't put the book down until I had finished it. This story is perfect for any male New Zealand teen.
Wednesday, 1 June 2011
La Rochelle's Road
by Tanya Moir
Published by Black Swan, 2011, Auckland
The Peterson family have bought, unseen, a piece of land on Banks Peninsula, and leave behind a relatively comfortable life in London, to make their fortune in the new colony.
This is in 1866. The resultant life is not easy. There is much grief and the family is ill-equiped to cope. The story is centred around Hester, the teenage daughter, and a diary or journal written by the previous owner of their land.
This is a good story, which has been well-written. Look out for more from this author.
Recommended for Senior Students and adults.
Published by Black Swan, 2011, Auckland
The Peterson family have bought, unseen, a piece of land on Banks Peninsula, and leave behind a relatively comfortable life in London, to make their fortune in the new colony.
This is in 1866. The resultant life is not easy. There is much grief and the family is ill-equiped to cope. The story is centred around Hester, the teenage daughter, and a diary or journal written by the previous owner of their land.
This is a good story, which has been well-written. Look out for more from this author.
Recommended for Senior Students and adults.
Sunday, 29 May 2011
The Thief Lord
by Cornelia Funke
Published by Chicken House, Frome, Somerset, 2010
Two orphaned children are running away from their uncle and aunt. They find their way to Venice, and are befriended by a group of street children. A detective has been hired by the Aunt to find them - and so the adventure progresses.
Cornelia Funke is a brilliant story-teller, and this story has to one of her best ones.
Highly recommended for all readers, children and adults.
Published by Chicken House, Frome, Somerset, 2010
Two orphaned children are running away from their uncle and aunt. They find their way to Venice, and are befriended by a group of street children. A detective has been hired by the Aunt to find them - and so the adventure progresses.
Cornelia Funke is a brilliant story-teller, and this story has to one of her best ones.
Highly recommended for all readers, children and adults.
Bel Canto
by Ann Patchett
Winner of the Orange prize for Fiction 2002
Published by Fourth Estate, London, 2001
Kidnappers/Terrorists storm a gathering hosted by the Vice President of an unnamed country. A Japanese businessman had been enticed to celebrate his birthday by the party organiser using a well-known opera singer as the bait. But, neither of these people was the target of the kidnappers. The target was not present. The kidnappers and their victims remained "holed-up" for months while a settlement was negotiated with the government.
This story is about love in its many guises. It is a well-written story that can be enjoyed on many levels. I particularly liked the many links to classical music and found that the ending of the story built to an incredible finale.
Recommended for: Senior students and adults
Suitable for NCEA Levels 2 & 3 English texts
Winner of the Orange prize for Fiction 2002
Published by Fourth Estate, London, 2001
Kidnappers/Terrorists storm a gathering hosted by the Vice President of an unnamed country. A Japanese businessman had been enticed to celebrate his birthday by the party organiser using a well-known opera singer as the bait. But, neither of these people was the target of the kidnappers. The target was not present. The kidnappers and their victims remained "holed-up" for months while a settlement was negotiated with the government.
This story is about love in its many guises. It is a well-written story that can be enjoyed on many levels. I particularly liked the many links to classical music and found that the ending of the story built to an incredible finale.
Recommended for: Senior students and adults
Suitable for NCEA Levels 2 & 3 English texts
Everlasting
by Angie Frazier
Published by Scholastic Press, New York 2010
Camille lives with her father who runs a trading business based in San Francisco. It is time for Camille to marry - and she has been promised to a young man who is going to help save her father's business. Camille and her father set out on her last voyage before her marriage. This eventful voyage will change her life forever.
I enjoyed this story, but it was not as engaging as others that I have read.
Recommended for young teenagers.
Published by Scholastic Press, New York 2010
Camille lives with her father who runs a trading business based in San Francisco. It is time for Camille to marry - and she has been promised to a young man who is going to help save her father's business. Camille and her father set out on her last voyage before her marriage. This eventful voyage will change her life forever.
I enjoyed this story, but it was not as engaging as others that I have read.
Recommended for young teenagers.
Sunday, 15 May 2011
Suggestions for lunchtime activities in the Library
We want ideas for interesting activities that we can organise for lunchtimes in the library.
There will be a small reward given to every Wainuiomata High School student who posts their idea on this blog during May 2011.
There will be a small reward given to every Wainuiomata High School student who posts their idea on this blog during May 2011.
Cassandra Clare visits Lower Hutt
On Tuesday, 10 May, 2011, eleven senior students had the opportunity to visit Chilton St James School to hear Cassandra Clare talk about her books. They returned from the event buzzing with enthusiasm, talking about the author, and about the types of questions that the audience asked the author at the end of her presentation.
Special thanks to John McIntyre from The Children's Bookshop in Kilbirnie for organising the event.
Special thanks to John McIntyre from The Children's Bookshop in Kilbirnie for organising the event.
Sunday, 1 May 2011
A Waltz for Matilda
by Jackie French
Published by Angus & Robertson, Sydney, 2010
Yes, this is a story based on Australia's national song - "Waltzing Matilda" - and it is a very good one too. Jackie French has to one of the best story-tellers around. She has an amazing ability to create story in accurately portrayed historical situations. This story is about a girl growing-up in difficult circumstances in Australia in the 1890's. Historical events, such as Trade Unions, Women's suffrage, Australian Federation, and ethical issues, such as race relations (aborigines, immigrants) and looking after the environment (farming practices in the outback) are brought to life in this novel. Thank you, Jackie. I can't wait to read your next book.
Suitable for all readers.
Published by Angus & Robertson, Sydney, 2010
Yes, this is a story based on Australia's national song - "Waltzing Matilda" - and it is a very good one too. Jackie French has to one of the best story-tellers around. She has an amazing ability to create story in accurately portrayed historical situations. This story is about a girl growing-up in difficult circumstances in Australia in the 1890's. Historical events, such as Trade Unions, Women's suffrage, Australian Federation, and ethical issues, such as race relations (aborigines, immigrants) and looking after the environment (farming practices in the outback) are brought to life in this novel. Thank you, Jackie. I can't wait to read your next book.
Suitable for all readers.
Three to Get Deadly
by Janet Evanovich - A Stephanie Plum novel
Published by Penguin Books, London, 1997
Janet Evanovich never fails to please. Her gritty characters and humourous prose are delightful. Her Stephanie Plum novels are crime stories with a difference. They are funny!
Suitable for adults.
Published by Penguin Books, London, 1997
Janet Evanovich never fails to please. Her gritty characters and humourous prose are delightful. Her Stephanie Plum novels are crime stories with a difference. They are funny!
Suitable for adults.
Sunday, 17 April 2011
New Zealand Post Children's Book Awards
Remember to vote for your favourite finalist before 29 April, 2011.
Finalists: http://www.booksellers.co.nz/awards/new-zealand-post-childrens-book-awards/2011-finalists
To vote online, go to
http://www.booksellers.co.nz/awards/new-zealand-post-childrens-book-awards/2011-childrens-choice-voting-award
Finalists: http://www.booksellers.co.nz/awards/new-zealand-post-childrens-book-awards/2011-finalists
To vote online, go to
http://www.booksellers.co.nz/awards/new-zealand-post-childrens-book-awards/2011-childrens-choice-voting-award
Scout
by Nicole Pluss
Published by Penguin Books 2010 in Camberwell, Australia.
Kit departs England with her mother on the sailing ship Scout, for a new life in Australia. The experiences encountered during the voyage have an immense impact on Kit.
This book has been well-written. I particularly liked the ending. It left me thinking about the "growth" that Kit had undergone - and dreaming about her future life! I want to read more books by Nicole Pluss.
Published by Penguin Books 2010 in Camberwell, Australia.
Kit departs England with her mother on the sailing ship Scout, for a new life in Australia. The experiences encountered during the voyage have an immense impact on Kit.
This book has been well-written. I particularly liked the ending. It left me thinking about the "growth" that Kit had undergone - and dreaming about her future life! I want to read more books by Nicole Pluss.
Tuesday, 25 January 2011
The Stone Diaries
by Carol Shields
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize. This is a "gentle" book. It is the story of the life of an unassuming, insignificant (?) woman. After reading this story I defy anybody to call anyone "insignificant".
Highly recommended - Senior secondary school students and older
- NCEA Level 2 English reading list
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize. This is a "gentle" book. It is the story of the life of an unassuming, insignificant (?) woman. After reading this story I defy anybody to call anyone "insignificant".
Highly recommended - Senior secondary school students and older
- NCEA Level 2 English reading list
The Lassa Ward
by Ross Donaldson
This is an autobiography about the author's 6 week experience in Sierra Leone from the end of June 2003, and then his recovery from an illness he suffered immediately after his return home. It is a gripping story. The thing that shines through the narrative is the change that is wrought in the author himself as a consequence of the "adventure" he was brave enough to undertake.
Highly recommended - Secondary School students and older
This is an autobiography about the author's 6 week experience in Sierra Leone from the end of June 2003, and then his recovery from an illness he suffered immediately after his return home. It is a gripping story. The thing that shines through the narrative is the change that is wrought in the author himself as a consequence of the "adventure" he was brave enough to undertake.
Highly recommended - Secondary School students and older
Unbroken
by Laura Hillenbrand
Unlike all of the previous books reviewed, this is a work of non-fiction. It is a biography about Louis Zamperini. Louis was a remarkable man who was a "petty thief" as a youngster, became an Olympic athlete, survived for weeks in a raft in the middle of the Pacific after an aeroplane crash, survived the terror of being a WW2 POW in Japan, overcoming a period of alcoholism after the war, and lived to be an "old man".
I have a love/hate relationship with this book. I loved it because I learnt a great deal about the Pacific Arena during WW2, and particularly Japanese POW camps, and the USA's involvement in the war. The author has been meticulous with her research. But I found it hard to accept the "blinkered?" American focus, when there were other nations involved as well. There was only the occasional mention of others. My unease about this occurred from the early stages of the book, with intense focus on the breaking the 4 minute barrier for the mile race (athletics) - there was no mention of the great athletes who were close to that barrier, or of those who did eventually break it. Later, war allies with the Americans were mentioned, but only very briefly. For instance, when the Japanese invaded Tarawa, we were told that all American POW's were killed. No mention was made of the New Zealand civilians who had volunteered to be "coast watchers", were sent to Tarawa, who were all killed. The book would have more credibility if more associated details had been incorporated. Despite these omissions, I think this is a very interesting book.
Recommended - Secondary School Students and adults
Unlike all of the previous books reviewed, this is a work of non-fiction. It is a biography about Louis Zamperini. Louis was a remarkable man who was a "petty thief" as a youngster, became an Olympic athlete, survived for weeks in a raft in the middle of the Pacific after an aeroplane crash, survived the terror of being a WW2 POW in Japan, overcoming a period of alcoholism after the war, and lived to be an "old man".
I have a love/hate relationship with this book. I loved it because I learnt a great deal about the Pacific Arena during WW2, and particularly Japanese POW camps, and the USA's involvement in the war. The author has been meticulous with her research. But I found it hard to accept the "blinkered?" American focus, when there were other nations involved as well. There was only the occasional mention of others. My unease about this occurred from the early stages of the book, with intense focus on the breaking the 4 minute barrier for the mile race (athletics) - there was no mention of the great athletes who were close to that barrier, or of those who did eventually break it. Later, war allies with the Americans were mentioned, but only very briefly. For instance, when the Japanese invaded Tarawa, we were told that all American POW's were killed. No mention was made of the New Zealand civilians who had volunteered to be "coast watchers", were sent to Tarawa, who were all killed. The book would have more credibility if more associated details had been incorporated. Despite these omissions, I think this is a very interesting book.
Recommended - Secondary School Students and adults
Monday, 24 January 2011
Artichoke's Heart
by Suzanne Supplee
I enjoyed this book. Suzanne Supplee has been able to get to the heart of a sensitive issue (teenage obesity) without condescension. Rosemary is obese. She thinks she has only one friend, but when the going gets tough, others surface. They may not be the same age as she is - but they are important. At a critical time, she realises that her life has to change. Her initial weight-loss may not be via recommended methods but.... she finally reaches a sensible weight. But is her weight really the issue? What about feelings of self-worth?
Recommended - Secondary School students
I enjoyed this book. Suzanne Supplee has been able to get to the heart of a sensitive issue (teenage obesity) without condescension. Rosemary is obese. She thinks she has only one friend, but when the going gets tough, others surface. They may not be the same age as she is - but they are important. At a critical time, she realises that her life has to change. Her initial weight-loss may not be via recommended methods but.... she finally reaches a sensible weight. But is her weight really the issue? What about feelings of self-worth?
Recommended - Secondary School students
Prodigal Summer
by Barbara Kingsolver
This is an amazing story which has been well written. It is about two women living separate lives in the Appalachian Mountains in the USA. It is also about love, loss, hope, survival and most of all a love of nature.
Highly recommended - NCEA Level 2 English
- Senior Students and adults
This is an amazing story which has been well written. It is about two women living separate lives in the Appalachian Mountains in the USA. It is also about love, loss, hope, survival and most of all a love of nature.
Highly recommended - NCEA Level 2 English
- Senior Students and adults
Assigned to Murder
by Trish McCormack
A murder mystery, set on the West Coast of the South Island (NZ). A well written, enthralling story.
Recommended for young adults and adults
A murder mystery, set on the West Coast of the South Island (NZ). A well written, enthralling story.
Recommended for young adults and adults
Cathedral of the Sea
by Ildefonso Falcones, translated from the Spanish by Nick Caistor
This is an absorbing adventure novel set in 14th Century Spain.
Highly recommended - adults and young adults.
This is an absorbing adventure novel set in 14th Century Spain.
Highly recommended - adults and young adults.
Apache - Girl Warrior
by Tanya Landman
I was brought-up playing "Cowboys and Indians" with my three brothers, reading stories about the "wild west", and the cowboys were always the "goodies". But now I like to think that I have a better sense of "history", and consequently like to read stories that closely reflect what actually happened. Apache - girl warrior is one of these stories. It is well written and well researched, and provides an excellent mind-picture of what life was like in places such as Southern Arizona during the 19th Century, before reservations were established.
This story also touched me with it's sense of place because I have been there and travelled through the land that could easily have been the place where these Apaches lived.
Highly recommended - Secondary School students and adults.
I was brought-up playing "Cowboys and Indians" with my three brothers, reading stories about the "wild west", and the cowboys were always the "goodies". But now I like to think that I have a better sense of "history", and consequently like to read stories that closely reflect what actually happened. Apache - girl warrior is one of these stories. It is well written and well researched, and provides an excellent mind-picture of what life was like in places such as Southern Arizona during the 19th Century, before reservations were established.
This story also touched me with it's sense of place because I have been there and travelled through the land that could easily have been the place where these Apaches lived.
Highly recommended - Secondary School students and adults.
The Poison Throne
Book 1 of the Moorehawke Trilogy
by Celine Kiernan
Wow! This is a well crafted story. It is a fantasy, set in medieval Europe. The main character is a 15-year-old maiden, Wynter Moorehawke. Wynter has grown-up with her friends: one being the heir to the throne; and the other is the King's illegitimate son. The King disowns his heir and reassigns that undesired status to his illegitimate son.
I could not put this book down, and can hardly wait to get my hands on Book 2 - The Crowded Shadows.
Recommended to anybody who loved Harry Potter, and for all ages from Intermediate upwards.
by Celine Kiernan
Wow! This is a well crafted story. It is a fantasy, set in medieval Europe. The main character is a 15-year-old maiden, Wynter Moorehawke. Wynter has grown-up with her friends: one being the heir to the throne; and the other is the King's illegitimate son. The King disowns his heir and reassigns that undesired status to his illegitimate son.
I could not put this book down, and can hardly wait to get my hands on Book 2 - The Crowded Shadows.
Recommended to anybody who loved Harry Potter, and for all ages from Intermediate upwards.
Sunday, 23 January 2011
When the Black Girl Sings
by Bil Wright
Lahni Schuler is trying to find her place in the world. She is a black girl, with ordinary white parents, who have sent her to a private school. Survival at school is not easy. Then to top it all, her parents announce that they are seeking a divorce. And, she is troubled by a "nutter" from the neighbouring boy's school! Suddenly we find out that Lahni can sing. The story is then about how Lahni discovers her identity through singing.
This was a enjoyable book, but I think that the story-line is unrealistic and the plot a little "thin".
Recommended for girls, aged 12 to 16.
Lahni Schuler is trying to find her place in the world. She is a black girl, with ordinary white parents, who have sent her to a private school. Survival at school is not easy. Then to top it all, her parents announce that they are seeking a divorce. And, she is troubled by a "nutter" from the neighbouring boy's school! Suddenly we find out that Lahni can sing. The story is then about how Lahni discovers her identity through singing.
This was a enjoyable book, but I think that the story-line is unrealistic and the plot a little "thin".
Recommended for girls, aged 12 to 16.
The Secret Ministry of Frost
by Nick Lane.
Light is albino, half-Inuit. She is trying to solve the mystery of her lost father. Inuit folklore has come to life and things are not as they may seem!
Recommended for age 11+
Light is albino, half-Inuit. She is trying to solve the mystery of her lost father. Inuit folklore has come to life and things are not as they may seem!
Recommended for age 11+
The Color Purple
by Alice Walker.
This book has taken a long time to get to the Wainuiomata High School Library. It is acclaimed to be a "classic", was first published in 1983, has won a number of awards, and is on "recommended reading lists" for NCEA Level 2 English.
Through "diary" entries and letters between two sisters, the reader can piece together the story of Celie. Celie is a black girl living in utter misery in the south of the USA.
I found it hard to read this story. It was difficult to relate to the concepts of life propounded by the characters. But I am glad that I persevered because I feel my life has been enriched from having read, and thought about, many of the issues presented by the story.
Recommended for senior students and adults.
This book has taken a long time to get to the Wainuiomata High School Library. It is acclaimed to be a "classic", was first published in 1983, has won a number of awards, and is on "recommended reading lists" for NCEA Level 2 English.
Through "diary" entries and letters between two sisters, the reader can piece together the story of Celie. Celie is a black girl living in utter misery in the south of the USA.
I found it hard to read this story. It was difficult to relate to the concepts of life propounded by the characters. But I am glad that I persevered because I feel my life has been enriched from having read, and thought about, many of the issues presented by the story.
Recommended for senior students and adults.
Numbers 2 : The Chaos
by Rachel Ward
This is a sequel to Numbers. It is about the concept that there are people who can "see" the future - but you don't need to read "Numbers" to enjoy the story.
Adam is finding life difficult. If he looks into the eyes of a person, he sees numbers, which are the date that that person will die! Those "numbers" begin to show a frightening pattern. How can he find out what they mean?
This book has been cleverly written, and the story grabs you so that you are compelled to read on. Suitable for 12 year olds and older.
This is a sequel to Numbers. It is about the concept that there are people who can "see" the future - but you don't need to read "Numbers" to enjoy the story.
Adam is finding life difficult. If he looks into the eyes of a person, he sees numbers, which are the date that that person will die! Those "numbers" begin to show a frightening pattern. How can he find out what they mean?
This book has been cleverly written, and the story grabs you so that you are compelled to read on. Suitable for 12 year olds and older.
A new year - 2011!
The new school year is about to start. What wonderful things will happen this year?
- A royal wedding
- Rugby World Cup
- ???
What events are you looking forward to?
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