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The Haunting
by Joan Lowery Nixon
Lia figures out that Graymoss is haunted by evil spirits. Lia
knows this because she read her great-great-great grandmother's
diary. Lia convinces herself that there are o such things as
ghosts. Lia later visits Graymoss and frees the evil spirits.
Reviewed by: Jenna G., Grade 7, Hidden Valley Middle
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The Name of the Game was Murder
by Joan Lowery Nixon
Augustus, a rich man, gets killed in his own house when he has
guests there. Before he died he left notes that lead them to
the manuscript. The manuscript had their deepest secrets.
Who was the murderer? No one knows. This is a great
book. Reviewed by: Cindy A., Grade 7, Hidden Valley
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Animal Farm
by George Orwell
This book is about a farm run by a drunken farmer whose laziness
ruins his success. The animals on the farm start a revolution
and take over the farm, created rules to follow for animal rule.
The pigs, leaders of the farm, give up leadership to one pig, who is
then leader of the farm. The corruption caused by a government
with only one leader challenges the animals lives on the farm. Reviewed by:
John B., Grade 8, Escondido Christian School |
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Roses are Red
by James Patterson
Page turning excitement.
Reviewed by: BriAnna W., Grade 9, San Pasqual High
School
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Eldest
by Christopher Paolini
This is the continuation of the Eragon series. Eragon the
dragon rider journeys through the Beor Mountains and into the
forests of Du Weldenvarden to complete his training.
Meanwhile, at Carvahall Roran has an inhuman problem...I especially
liked all the action in this book. It has a really cool story
line and plot. Reviewed by: Jonathan C., Grade 7,
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Eragon
by Christopher Paolini
This book is well worth the read. Gripping from the first
page. A twisted struggle betwixt good and evil, with lots of
adventure, swordfights, and humor thrown in. Very well
written, it takes you on an adventure that will amuse, frighten, and
keep you on the edge of your seat no matter how many times you read
it. Reviewed by: Emily C., Grade 8, Christian L.I.F.E.
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Guts
by Gary Paulsen
A book of facts of how to survive in the wilderness and his memoirs
of what happened. Reviewed by: Ricardo Z., Grade 8 Hidden Valley Middle
School |
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A Child Called "It"
by Dave Pelzer
The book is about a boy whose life started out good. He
lived with his mother, his father, and his brother. His mother
was good to him for a while. After a while she started being a
drunk and would abuse him. She wouldn't feed him and wouldn't
send him to school. The school would wonder what happened to
him and they went to check. he was going to school finally,
but he was still getting hurt. Then finally the school nurse
that would treat him had had enough and called the police. He
was taken to a home and was not allowed to live with his mom
anymore. He grew up and wrote this story on how bad his life
was and how he got it back. Reviewed by: Maria N.,
Grade 10, Orange Glen High School |
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Trickster's Choice
by Tamora Pierce
One of Tamora Pierce's best books! Tere is less action and
fighting in this one than the other series. If you like her
other books I suggest that you read this one! Reviewed by:
Alyssa H., Grade 10, San Pasqual High School
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Twenty Count
by Haleh Pourafzal & Roger Montgomery
Original system of praying to the four directions and
cross-directions with a constant return to center. Reviewed by:
Steven R., Grade 7, Escondido Summit School
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The Subtle Knife
by Philip Pullman
This is the second book in the Dark materials series. Lyra and
Pan are in the otherworld now and they meet a boy named Will.
I don't wanna ruin this, so read it! Reviewed by:
Katie C., Grade 7, Hidden Valley Middle School |
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The Golden Compass
by Philip Pullman
Lyra and her deamon Pan's world turns upside down when she gets the
alethiometer, a truth telling device. Don't want to give
anything away but the story is full of great little twists and
turns. Reviewed by: Alyssa H., Grade 10, San Pasqual
High School |
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Where the Red Fern Grows
by Wilson Rawls
A boy saves money for two years to buy dogs. he gets $10
back. The dogs are hunting dogs to catch raccoons. The
boy sells the furs. One of the dogs dies and two weeks later
the other dog dies of a broken heart. On the grave a red fern
grew. Reviewed by: Mario S., Grade 10, Esther Huff
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All Quiet on the Western Front
by Erich Maria Remarque
This book was great. It was about World War I and what is
was like on the Western Front (Germany). It tells of a man who
lives the life of war at the age of 19 and how it all went. Reviewed by:
Vanessa P., Grade 10, Orange Glen High School |
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Tomb Raider: the Amulet of Fire
by Mike Resnick
Tomb Raider fans will admire Lara Croft once again as she sets
out to delve for the Amulet of Power. The story takes place
between "The Last Revelation" and "Angel of Darkness" so if you want
to see what happens to Lara in the meantime, read this book and find
out!! Reviewed by: Maria D., Hidden
Valley Middle School, Grade 7 |
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An Acquaintance with Darkness
by Ann Rinaldi
Shortly after Lincoln is assassinated, the main character starts
living with her uncle who she suspects of stealing dead bodies. Reviewed by:
Rachel D., Grade 9, Ramona High School |
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by J.K. Rowling
Harry Potter goes to his fourth year at Hogwarts and somehow gets
entered into the TriWizard Tournament. He faces his first task
-a dragon - his second task - swimming in the lake to save Ron from
the merpeople - and his third task - finding his way through a maze
into the middle, where he and another student are transported to a
place where the resurrection of Voldemort. Reviewed by:
Jeremy E., Orange Glen High School, Grade 9 |
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by J.K. Rowling
Harry Potter goes to the quidditch World Cup with Ron and has
fun. Then, Harry went to school and was elected to be in the
Tri Wizard Tournament. Reviewed by: Humberto C.,
Grade 7, Hidden Valley Middle School |
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by J.K. Rowling
Harry once more fights with Voldemort, but this time is closer to
death than before. During a triwizard match, Harry and a
classmate get transported to a graveyard where Harry faces his
ultimate enemy, Voldemort. But of course he escapes...but with
a dead friend.
Reviewed by: Vanessa P., Grade 10, Orange Glen High
School
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Harry
Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
by J.K. Rowling
I truly enjoyed this book. The fantasy writer's job is to
conduct the willing reader from mundanity to magic. This is a
feat of which only a superior imagination is capable, and Rowling
possesses such equipment. I find this book to be enjoyable for
all ages. and no matter what the book is always better than
the movie.
Reviewed by: Nicole Q., Grade 10, San Pasqual High
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Harry
Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
by J.K. Rowling
This book is a great fantasy for young and old readers. it
has a lot of pictures you can picture in your mind.
Reviewed by: Amanda S., Grade 7, Hidden Valley
Middle School |
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Harry
Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
by J.K. Rowling
This book is the first of an astounding series. If you like
imaginary themes then this is the book for you. This book will bring
you to the edge of your seat as Harry and his friends explore the
halls of Hogwarts - School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Reviewed by: Chace J., Grade 9, Escondido Charter
High School
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Harry
Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
by J.K. Rowling
Harry Potter gets elected into Gryffindor House. Harry
Potter gets into the quidditch team. He kills Professor
Quirrel.
Reviewed by: Edwin G., Grade 7, Hidden Valley Middle
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
by J.K. Rowling
This book is a phenomenal book to read. It is full of
suspense and is a thrill for anyone who liked book 1 or 2. The
twisting plot where black goes to evil puts you in a "can't put the
book down" mode. I believe this is a great book for all ages. Reviewed by:
Gladys D., Grade 7, Hidden Valley Middle School |
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
by J.K. Rowling
Harry Potter is a wizard who goes to school at Hogwarts School of
Witchcraft and Wizardry. The book is about someone who escapes
a wizard prison and has to be found. Reviewed by: Vanessa P., Grade 10, Orange Glen High
School
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
by J.K. Rowling
This is one of the greatest books I have ever read! It is
suspenseful, action-packed, interesting and includes a little bit of
romance. I truly believe you should read this book (but it's
better to read the set in order). So read it - get smarter and
have fun! Reviewed by: Charlie Q., Grade 7, Hidden Valley
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
by J.K. Rowling
Harry and Dudley get attacked by dementors, then Harry gets
expelled before school even starts. Dumbledore gets Harry out
of trouble. It is a new year at Hogwarts and there is a new
Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher. Professor Umbridge is a
ministry official who forces her way through many educational
degrees. Harry, Fred and George get banned from quidditch. Reviewed by:
Lizzy R., Grade 7, Hidden Valley
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
by J.K. Rowling
In this book, Harry, Hermoine and Ron get in a whole new
adventure with Voldemort in the picture. This book gave me
different emotions such as excitement, amusement, and at the end it
made me cry. This is the best book I have read. Reviewed by:
Katie B., Grade 7, Hidden Valley
Middle School |
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
by J.K. Rowling
This book is very suspenseful and very enjoyable for all ages. Reviewed by:
Katie B., Grade 7, Hidden Valley
Middle School |
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
by J.K. Rowling
Harry is now 15. He is entering his 5th year at Hogwarts
School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. There is a new teacher at
Hogwarts, Professor Umbridge, and she is making Harry's life
horrible. There are many adventures in this book. So,
read it and you will find out.
Reviewed by: Stephany N., Grade 7, Hidden Valley
Middle School
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