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Book Recommendations
by PJO-geek Sun Jan 31, 2010 1:29 am
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Any good book recommendations? I don't really have anything to read right now, which in my case, is very disappointing and depressing.
So, anyone?
A series I recommend is The Hunger Game Trilogy by Suzanne Collins. Besides PJO, it's the best series EVER!!! The first book is called The Hunger Games. Here's the synopsis:
Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before -- and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.
Doesn't that sound awesome? It's for ages 12 and older, because of the violence of kid against kid. Here's the author's reasons: http://www.scholastic.com/thehungergames/videos/age-of-readers.htm
Reviews:
"I was so obsessed with this book I had to take it with me out to dinner and read it under the edge of the table so I wouldn't have to stop reading. It kept me up for several nights in a row, because even after I was finished, I just lay in bed wide awake thinking about it.... The Hunger Games is amazing."
-Stephanie Meyer, author of the Twilight Saga
"[A] plot-driven blend of suspense, science fiction, and romance."
-USA Today
SPARKS ARE IGNITING.
FLAMES ARE SPREADING.
AND THE CAPITOL WANTS REVENGE.Against all odds, Katniss has won the Hunger Games. She and fellow District 12 tribute Peeta Mellark are miraculously still alive. Katniss should be relieved, happy even. After all, she has returned to her family and her longtime friend, Gale. Yet nothing is the way Katniss wishes it to be. Gale holds her at an icy distance. Peeta has turned his back on her completely. And there are whispers of a rebellion against the Capitol -- a rebellion that Katniss and Peeta may have helped create.
Much to her shock, Katniss has fueled an unrest she's afraid she cannot stop. And what scares her even more is that she's not entirely convinced she should try. As time draws near for Katniss and Peeta to visit the districts on the Capitol's cruel Victory Tour, the stakes are higher than ever. If they can't prove, without a shadow of doubt, that they are lost in their love for each other, the consequences will be horrifying.
In Catching Fire, the second novel of the Hunger Games trilogy, Suzanne Collins continues the story of Katniss Everdeen, testing her more than ever before...and surprising readers at every turn.
This one was even better than the first!!! But, like most series, you have to read the first one first, or you don't know what's going on. Here's the book trailer: http://www.scholastic.com/thehungergames/videos/catching-fire-promo.htm.
Hope you decide to read these IF, you are older than 12 years old. They really are the best books ever, besides the PJO books of course. Unfortunately, the third book doesn't come out until August. I don't think I can wait that long!!! Anyway, enjoy!! 
Oh, and I heard a rumor that The Hunger Games might become a movie!!! Sweetness!!! 
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Any good book recommendations? I don't really have anything to read right now, which in my case, is very disappointing and depressing.
So, anyone?A series I recommend is The Hunger Game Trilogy by Suzanne Collins. Besides PJO, it's the best series EVER!!! The first book is called The Hunger Games. Here's the synopsis:
WINNING MEANS FAME AND FORTUNE.
LOSING MEANS CERTAIN DEATH.
THE HUNGER GAMES HAVE BEGUN...
In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.LOSING MEANS CERTAIN DEATH.
THE HUNGER GAMES HAVE BEGUN...
Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before -- and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.
Doesn't that sound awesome? It's for ages 12 and older, because of the violence of kid against kid. Here's the author's reasons: http://www.scholastic.com/thehungergames/videos/age-of-readers.htm
Reviews:
"I was so obsessed with this book I had to take it with me out to dinner and read it under the edge of the table so I wouldn't have to stop reading. It kept me up for several nights in a row, because even after I was finished, I just lay in bed wide awake thinking about it.... The Hunger Games is amazing."
-Stephanie Meyer, author of the Twilight Saga
"[A] plot-driven blend of suspense, science fiction, and romance."
-USA Today
Plus many more!!!
The second book is called Catching Fire. Here's this book's synopsis:SPARKS ARE IGNITING.
FLAMES ARE SPREADING.
AND THE CAPITOL WANTS REVENGE.
Much to her shock, Katniss has fueled an unrest she's afraid she cannot stop. And what scares her even more is that she's not entirely convinced she should try. As time draws near for Katniss and Peeta to visit the districts on the Capitol's cruel Victory Tour, the stakes are higher than ever. If they can't prove, without a shadow of doubt, that they are lost in their love for each other, the consequences will be horrifying.
In Catching Fire, the second novel of the Hunger Games trilogy, Suzanne Collins continues the story of Katniss Everdeen, testing her more than ever before...and surprising readers at every turn.
This one was even better than the first!!! But, like most series, you have to read the first one first, or you don't know what's going on. Here's the book trailer: http://www.scholastic.com/thehungergames/videos/catching-fire-promo.htm.
Hope you decide to read these IF, you are older than 12 years old. They really are the best books ever, besides the PJO books of course. Unfortunately, the third book doesn't come out until August. I don't think I can wait that long!!!
Anyway, enjoy!! Oh, and I heard a rumor that The Hunger Games might become a movie!!! Sweetness!!! When you add a book recommendation, try to add the synopsis, your own review, or something else like a website, or video about your book. Support why you would recommend it too, to make it interesting!!!
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Re: Book Recommendations
by percyjackson101 Sat Apr 24, 2010 9:49 pm
Here is a list of books i read for Reading Club (i had to go to a reader's rally and answer questions on them! exciting) they are all very god, but the stars next to them are the ones sort of for mature people (teens and up. if u can handle it, than go ahead)
The Rising Star of the Rusty Nail (by Lesley M.M. Blume)
*Deep, Dark, and Dangerous (by Mary H. Hahn) -ghosts, murder-
Football Genuis (by Tim Green) -has alot of football termology-
Greetings from Nowhere (by Barbara O'Connor)-very good-
*Hiroshima Dreams (by Kelly Easton)
*Someone named Eva (by Joan M. Wolf) -holocaust, so very sad and violent stuff)- personal favorite
The Sorta Sisters (by Adrain Fogelin)-very good-
Trading Places (by Claudia Mills)
Wednesday Wars (by Gary D. Schmidt)- personal favorite
The Rising Star of the Rusty Nail (by Lesley M.M. Blume)
*Deep, Dark, and Dangerous (by Mary H. Hahn) -ghosts, murder-
Football Genuis (by Tim Green) -has alot of football termology-
Greetings from Nowhere (by Barbara O'Connor)-very good-
*Hiroshima Dreams (by Kelly Easton)
*Someone named Eva (by Joan M. Wolf) -holocaust, so very sad and violent stuff)- personal favorite
The Sorta Sisters (by Adrain Fogelin)-very good-
Trading Places (by Claudia Mills)
Wednesday Wars (by Gary D. Schmidt)- personal favorite
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Re: Book Recommendations
by percyjackson101 Sat Apr 24, 2010 11:30 pm
they are the ones that are for mature/teens.
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Re: Book Recommendations
by riczhang Sat Apr 24, 2010 11:49 pm
percyjackson101 wrote:they are the ones that are for mature/teens.
OK, wonder where you got them, cause I haven't heard of any of them.
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Re: Book Recommendations
by tinkerirock Sun Apr 25, 2010 12:02 am
yea they are all great books, especially Sorta Sisters, its awesome~
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Re: Book Recommendations
by Cennedy125 Fri Apr 30, 2010 2:15 pm
Another great series is the Warriors series. The author's name is Erin Hunter.There are 22 books total. The first series is called Warriors, the second is called Warriors: The New Prophecy, the third series is called Warriors: The Power of Three, and the fourth series is called Warriors: Omen of the Stars. Each series has six books. (except Omen of the Stars because only the first two books have come out in that series) Also there are two super edition books. Here is a summary for the first two books of the first series:
For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by the powerful ancestors. But the warrior code is threatened, and the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger. The sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. Noble warriors are dying -- and some deaths are more mysterious than others.
In the midst of this turmoil appears an ordinary housecat named Rusty . . . Who may yet turn out to be the bravest warrior of them all.
Second book:
Deep in the heart of the forest, four clans of warrior cats coexist in uneasy harmony -- but uncertain times are upon them, and dangers threaten the precarious balance of the forest.
Fireheart is a ThunderClan warrior cat now, but his troubles are far from over. As the chill of winter sets in, the cats of rival RiverClan grow restless, while WindClan is weak and facing threats from all sides.
As tensions build to an explosive climax, Fireheart faces not only imminent battle, but betrayal from within his own Clan.
If you have any questions about the other books feel free to PM me.
For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by the powerful ancestors. But the warrior code is threatened, and the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger. The sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. Noble warriors are dying -- and some deaths are more mysterious than others.
In the midst of this turmoil appears an ordinary housecat named Rusty . . . Who may yet turn out to be the bravest warrior of them all.
Second book:
Deep in the heart of the forest, four clans of warrior cats coexist in uneasy harmony -- but uncertain times are upon them, and dangers threaten the precarious balance of the forest.
Fireheart is a ThunderClan warrior cat now, but his troubles are far from over. As the chill of winter sets in, the cats of rival RiverClan grow restless, while WindClan is weak and facing threats from all sides.
As tensions build to an explosive climax, Fireheart faces not only imminent battle, but betrayal from within his own Clan.
If you have any questions about the other books feel free to PM me.
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Re: Book Recommendations
by Elliot Fri Apr 30, 2010 6:23 pm
It is my duty in life to makes sure every human being reads this;
johnstoi/stories/kafka
The Metamorphosis, by Franz Kafka. (:
It's short, so it won't take long to read.
johnstoi/stories/kafka
The Metamorphosis, by Franz Kafka. (:
It's short, so it won't take long to read.
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Re: Book Recommendations
by tinkerirock Sun May 02, 2010 1:08 am
has anyone read any Nicholas Sparks? here are some of the titles:
*=now in major motion picture
*The Last Song
*Dear John
*The Lovely Bones
*A Walk to Remember
*The Notebook
The Choice
The Lucky One
I LOVEEEEE his books!! I've read the Last Song and part of Dear John. anyone else read his books??
*=now in major motion picture
*The Last Song
*Dear John
*The Lovely Bones
*A Walk to Remember
*The Notebook
The Choice
The Lucky One
I LOVEEEEE his books!! I've read the Last Song and part of Dear John. anyone else read his books??
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Re: Book Recommendations
by percyjackson101 Sun May 02, 2010 2:06 pm
I love Nicholas Sparks!!! he is an amazing author, and he makes me cry alot too... most of his books are for adults, so beware if you cannot handle adult books...
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Re: Book Recommendations
by riczhang Sun May 02, 2010 4:11 pm
Are they like love stories, cause I don't read love stories.
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Re: Book Recommendations
by percyjackson101 Sun May 02, 2010 5:15 pm
yessirry, they are. well, i know that Last Song and Dear John are. But Lovely Bones, is more family love than "love love"
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Re: Book Recommendations
by Cennedy125 Mon May 03, 2010 2:18 pm
I want to read those books I just have to get my hands on them.....
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Re: Book Recommendations
by posiden#1god Mon May 03, 2010 7:33 pm
do you guy's now were i could get any of those book?
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by Cennedy125 Tue May 04, 2010 12:14 pm
The would probably be at your library if not there you could go to Barnes and Noble....
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by posiden#1god Tue May 04, 2010 7:19 pm
ok thanks ill check my library later
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by tinkerirock Tue May 04, 2010 11:26 pm
yea i have an ebook so we bought them on our ebook. they're cheaper, too.
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Re: Book Recommendations
by posiden#1god Wed May 05, 2010 1:24 am
O i see but how many people got red pyramid yet? it's great!
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by riczhang Wed May 05, 2010 3:32 am
]posiden#1god wrote:O i see but how many people got red pyramid yet? it's great!
Got it already, but it is still in shipping.... And reminder no spoilers unless they are marked.
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by Cennedy125 Wed May 05, 2010 1:00 pm
Yeah! I'm hoping to get to the bookstore sometime within the next couple days....
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Re: Book Recommendations
by Posidonsdaughter Wed May 05, 2010 7:28 pm
EVERYBODY REMEMBER DO NOT DISCUSS ANYTHING ABOUT RICK'S NEW BOOK THE RED PYRAMID ON THIS THREAD.
This is for all other book discussions. Please take your comments and discussion to --- HAVE YOU READ THE RED PYRAMID? thread.
We do not want to ruin the book for anyone and it is best to keep the discussion on one thread.
This is for all other book discussions. Please take your comments and discussion to --- HAVE YOU READ THE RED PYRAMID? thread.
We do not want to ruin the book for anyone and it is best to keep the discussion on one thread.
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Re: Book Recommendations
by PJO-geek Wed May 12, 2010 11:16 pm
Hey guys! Almost done with the book Eragon. Anybody read it?
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Re: Book Recommendations
by riczhang Wed May 12, 2010 11:18 pm
PJO-geek wrote:Hey guys! Almost done with the book Eragon. Anybody read it?
Yeah, I thought the 1st book was good but the rest were boring.(No offence to anyone who likes the series but it's just my opinion)
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by PJO-geek Wed May 12, 2010 11:22 pm
how many more are there? i know the next one's Eldest, but what's after that?
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Re: Book Recommendations
by riczhang Wed May 12, 2010 11:23 pm
PJO-geek wrote:how many more are there? i know the next one's Eldest, but what's after that?
Originally planned for 3 but now 4, the 3rd one is Brisigner, and the 4th one has yet to be announced.
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by Posidonsdaughter Thu May 13, 2010 2:19 am
PJO talk to Pendragon that is his favorite series.
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