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Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption
Stevenson, Bryan
Reviewed: February 23, 2022
This book really got to me! I originally watched the movie first and then read the book but either way I loved this book. It is a true story novel about a man who was falsely accused of murder. His lawyer was Bryan Stevenson (also the author) and he tries everything to get him out of prison. This story really got to me because especially after everything that had happened last Summer, his story really appealed to me. This book is also part of the reason why I found my passion in life which is becoming a lawyer. He made me want to pursue something that can really help the world. 10... Read Full Review
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It Ends With Us
Hoover, Colleen
Reviewed: February 23, 2022
It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover is a contemporary romance novel that follows the life of the main character named Lily Bloom. Lily never had an easy life growing up in a toxic household, but she never gave up and worked hard. She came from a small town, but moved away and allowed herself to grow—she never gave up on her dreams and was able to achieve them. The story takes place after her father’s funeral, and we begin to learn more about her past and how she feels about it. She is met with very complicated feelings for a guy named Ryle that she met in Boston. As Lily begins to... Read Full Review
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The Fault in Our Stars
Green, John
Reviewed: February 16, 2022
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green is a young adult fiction novel that narrates the story of a 16-year-old girl who is diagnosed with cancer. She joins a support group where she meets Augustus, and there is a rollercoaster of emotions throughout this novel as the relationship between Hazel and Augustus develops. Hazel and Augustus are able to find comfort in each other through the tough times and learn to lean into each other which makes them both realize that they are not alone. They find love in each other and feel hopeful for each other, also while allowing the readers to... Read Full Review
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The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall
Alender, Katie
Reviewed: February 9, 2022
The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall by Katie Alender is a horror-mystery book about a girl who inherits an institute for troubled females. This book follows the story of the main character Delia—named after her great-aunt Cordelia, whom she inherited the institute from. She soon learns that there are many things wrong with the house, and dark secrets lie within. She realizes that she must save her family and get them out of the house as soon as possible. Delia begins to discover many secrets during her time there and has to figure out why the house has become so evil.
This... Read Full Review
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Ramayana: Divine Loophole
Patel, Sanjay
Reviewed: February 2, 2022
Sanjay Patel retells an epic tale from ancient times which builds up around the life of Rama, a prince living in India, believed to be an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He was raised to be a brave and honest warrior capable of vanquishing demons and expected to marry the most beautiful woman. But, the story takes a turn when Rama’s stepmother, Kaikeyi, exiles him to the forest for 14 years. There are further entanglements and tragedy when Ravana, a demonic king who wishes to control the world using terror and power, mounts trouble for Rama and his wife.
Lord Vishnu completes his task... Read Full Review
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Midnight Sun
Meyer, Stephenie
Reviewed: January 26, 2022
Midnight Sun is a young adult fiction novel written by Stephenie Meyer. This book is a companion novel for Twilight and retells the events from the young lovers' first encounter through the perspective of Edward Cullen as opposed to Isabella Swan. It takes a new and dark twisted turn on the events of Twilight. We learn of the unnerving and intriguing event of meeting Bella and many fascinating details about Edward’s complex inner thoughts and his past. We get a glimpse of his struggles with his vampire instincts and how he slowly allowed himself to become closer... Read Full Review
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Scythe
Shusterman, Neal
Reviewed: September 28, 2021
Scythe by Neal Shusterman is a good book for a lighter read. Scythe follows the story of two teenage apprentices, Citra and Rowan, as they compete to become a "Scythe" (killers who keep the population in check), although neither really wants to win. I really enjoyed the world-building of Scythe and all of the layers Schusterman created as if it could become a reality for our current world. This created a sense of perfection at the beginning but, as you read more, you realize how flawed their society truly is. As I read, I found myself switching sides between what... Read Full Review