Children of Winter

Children of Winter is an amazing book. At first I thought it would be for younger readers due to the large font size, pictures and not many pages. However this book was certainly not for little kids, the whole concept of the book would confuse them. Catherine Patsy and Andrew are on a walk with their family. The dad gets lost and the mum goes out in search of him, leaving the three children in a barn. Whilst the parents are gone Catherine seems to remember the barn long ago. they start to play a make believe game set in the era Catherine recalls so well and their game soon becomes a reality...

It is not gruesome at all and a very gripping novel i would certainly recommend it to anyone 10+.

'Holes' is a world renowned novel by Louis Sachar. It is a absolutely brilliant  book and i would certainly recomend it. I watched the film, then read the book. I usually would do it the other way round, sometimes it spoils it. However, this wasn't the case with Holes. If you haven't read it then read it!!!!!!! Holes is a tense book and the reader finds themselves constantly gripped by the thrilling escapades Stanley Yelnats goes through (the main character). It is one of those books that you HAVE to read - so READ IT!!!! It is available basically everywhere so it isn't hard to get hold of!

(the book does have other covers...)

Anne Of Windy Willows, it is in the Anne Of Green Gables series. Its start is honestly: boring. However, the book does get better. It was a little bit of a let down, the other ones in the series where really good. I understand if you start it and give it up, but I got through boring bits and I enjoyed it: it gets better! I wouldn't let it stop you reading the others in the series though, they others are really good. If L. M. Montgomery was around now I would tell her to try and improve it - add a bit more action!
My words to anyone starting, or thinking about starting it are: give it a go, stick to it if you can and what is the worst that could happen? Anne of Windy Willows and Anne of Windy Poplars are the same :)

The Works or W.H.Smiths?

I will be reviewing, for a change, book shops. To start with W.H.Smiths. Well, they are a great place to go to get stationary or books, however in Smiths it is quite expensive. On the other hand, they are reliable and, despite their prices, I find myself - along with many others - going in there a lot.

If you aren't up to facing W.H.Smiths prices then 'The Works' is another place to go. They don't have as many books a Smiths (their speciality is stationary) their prices are more reasonable and the staff are kind and helpful.

So, in conclusion, I would recommend The Works if you want great deals, but if you want more choice then I'd go for W.H.Smiths. http://www.whsmith.co.uk/dept/books/home?page=1&results=60  http://www.theworks.co.uk/?gclid=CKuAjomcg7wCFanjwgodx1YAsg .

Pick Me Up - the book!!!

'Pick Me Up' s a awesome encyclopaedia with loads of facts, illusions and interactive activities in it. It is not a book that you would read all the way through in one go, necessarily. It has a great range of facts, there will certainly be one that interests you! Don't get it confused with the magazine!

This is the book Pick Me Up.

Stormbreaker, first in the Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz. It was a brilliant series starter and because of it i am currently reading the sixth in the series. It was action packed and good for both boys and girls. i would say that it is for ages 9+. If you liked The Hunger Games then you will probably like this too. It is for younger children, though.

So, to start with i will be reviewing the Malorie Blackman book Hacker. Hacker is a great book for everyone, whether you love computing or hate it. It is easy to follow and is gripping. I must admit that to start of with I wasn't all that into it, but once you have started a book you should try and finish it, they usually turn out great! This book was no exception, i am nearing the end of it and it has been a satisfying read. Hacker is about a girl called Vicky. Vicky's dad has been accused of stealing one milltion pounds. The novel is all about Vicky's quest to prove them wrong. She goes to amazing feats with her brother Gib to solve the mystery. I would give this book, so far 7/10. :)

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