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Added 'New Moon' by Stephanie Meyer — 4 weeks ago

New Moon is the second book in the Twilight Saga, and it is just as good as the first. In this novel we get to see a lot more of Jacob Black and Quillute clan. This pleased me, because Jacob is one of my favourites. We also meet the Volturi in this book. Those who have read Twilight will remember that Carlisle spent a bit of time with the Volturi early in his Vampirism, but these guys are as different from Carlisle as bread is from cheese. We don’t see half so much of Edward in this book, which is a shame, but it is a great read nonetheless.

Oct 19, 10:22PM | 0 comments | Reply to this

fairywhispers
Rockhampton

Added 'Twilight' by Stephanie Meyer — 8 weeks ago

I knew this book was really popular amongst teens, but I saw a lot of forum discussions bagging it, so I didn’t really have high expectations. Boy, was I surprised! I read this book in one day. I stayed awake until four in the morning because I could not put it down. And now I am desperate to get my hands on New Moon! Falling in love with a vampire – someone who could turn on you at any minute, and who’s friends view you as food – adds new meaning to the phrase ‘love knows no bounds’. Regardless, this isn’t just a love story, but has it’s share of thrills as well. I loved this book, and very highly recommend it!

Sep 20, 05:34PM | 0 comments | Reply to this

fairywhispers
Rockhampton

Added 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins — 10 weeks ago

I had high hopes for this book after reading the blurb on the back. I was not disappointed. The Hunger Games paints a bleak picture of the future, in which citizens live behind barbed wire and are kept on the very edge of starvation. As punishment for a revolt that took place thirty years before, each city is forced to pay ‘tribute’ in the form of two of their citizens. Each year, on the day of the ‘reaping’, the citizens of each city are forced to gather and watch as the names of one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen are drawn from barrels. If your name is chosen, you must participate in the ‘Hunger Games’ – the ultimate reality TV show from which there can be just one survivor.

This is the most suspenseful young adult novel I have read in a long time. I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end and was very disappointed when it finished. The characters are very believable, and the story well-written. I can’t wait to read the next book in the trilogy!

Sep 12, 03:11AM | 0 comments | Reply to this

fairywhispers
Rockhampton

Added 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams — 10 weeks ago

The Hitch-Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is an absolutely hilarious science fiction spoof in which the Earth is a giant computer built by sentient mice in order to figure out the meaning of the universe, only to be destroyed seconds before it fulfills it’s purpose; Vogons epitomise the very essence of Public Service mentality; and intergalactic hitch-hikers travel the universe with the help of the best-selling Hitch-Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. This book is easy to read, often odd and , above all, funny. I highly recommend this and I will be on the lookout for the rest of the books in the series.

Sep 06, 03:14AM | 0 comments | Reply to this

fairywhispers
Rockhampton

Added 'Grim Crims & Convicts' by Jackie French — 11 weeks ago

If your kids know more about American history than they do their own, this is the perfect book to remedy the situation. Grim Crims & Convicts deals with the early history of Australia from 1788 to 1820. It is aimed at young adults and the information is basic enough for them to understand without losing out on the details. Humorous illustrations throughout aid understanding and add an extra element of enjoyment for children. There is a lot of information in here that I had either forgotten or never knew and I found this to be a very interesting book indeed. Highly recommended!

Sep 02, 10:48PM | 0 comments | Reply to this

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Rockhampton

Added 'The Best Poems Ever' edited by Edric S. Mesmer — 12 weeks ago

The Best Poems Ever is a moving compilation of poems by some of the worlds most famous poets. The small, light design makes this book ideal for carrying in a handbag or briefcase. As with any compilation, some of these poems were not to my taste, others (such as Wilfred Owen’s Dulce et Decorum Est) took my breath away. This book may be small, but it is packed full of beautiful poetry and is well worth reading.

Aug 27, 07:13PM | 0 comments | Reply to this

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Rockhampton

Added 'The New 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth' by The EarthWorks Group — 12 weeks ago

The New 50 Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth concentrates mainly on America and it would be nice to see more Australian content. Despite that, this book is well-written – simple for kids to understand without being boring for adults to read. It is filled with fascinating facts and helpful tips. As an adult, even I learned a lot from this book. I particularly like the inclusion of websites for us to look up further information. This is a great resource for parents and teachers because there are loads of activities and experiments to do with kids. Whether you believe the argument for global warming or not, most people cannot deny that we are damaging the environment in many areas and overusing the world’s resources. This book can shows us dozens of ways to reduce our impact on the Earth, leading healthier lives and saving money in the process. The New 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth is a great addition to any bookshelf.

Aug 24, 08:30PM | 0 comments | Reply to this

fairywhispers
Rockhampton

Added 'A Fortunate Life' by A.B. Facey — 25 weeks ago

A Fortunate Life is a first hand account of events that most of us have only read about in history books. Albert Facey has lived the kind of life that would have broken a lesser man. From the time he lost his father to Typhoid on the goldfields, through his time as an illiterate child working for horse thieves, the Depression and both World Wars, Albert has had more than his fair share of tragedy. Yet all through this book he downplays his negative experiences, focusing on the positive and relaying his life in a fresh, humorous style that is both pleasant to read and hard to put down.. This is a uniquely Australian piece of literature and I found myself disappointed when I came to the end. A Fortunate Life is a must-read for all Australians.

May 27, 08:24PM | 0 comments | Reply to this

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Rockhampton

Added 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley — 26 weeks ago

Aldous Huxley first published his novel Brave New World in the 1930’s but the major themes of giving up freedoms through fear, the ethics of test-tube babies and other scientific advances, government control, and thought programming are just as relevant today.

At first glance Huxley’s London seems a Utopia. A world without war. A world without violence. No rape, no jealousy, no street crime, murder, domestic violence, abuse. No conflict. The virtual elimination of disease. No unemployment or poverty. No aging. Universal happiness, peace, contentment. Is this not what we all strive for?

Yet the introduction of our ‘noble savage’ to civilised London shows us just how high a price is paid for this ‘perfect’ society. For, while all the negative aspects of modern society are absent, so, too, are the positives. There is no love – neither the passion between lovers, nor the intense bond between a parent and child, nor the quiet contentment of the aging couple. There is none of that intense satisfaction of obstacles overcome, and no sense of achievement at having striven towards a goal. There is no true fellowship amongst men. The beauty of art and literature are lost. Even the beauty offered by nature can no longer be appreciated. And one wonders just how content the lower classes really are if the loss of a single days soma ration can cause a riot.

This is a question each of us must answer for ourselves – just how much are we willing to give up in exchange for peace and stability?

May 21, 09:04PM | 0 comments | Reply to this

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Rockhampton

Added 'Mummies: Unwrapping the Past' by Rosalie David — 31 weeks ago

Mummies: Unwrapping the Past is short, but it manages to cover a lot of ground. Punctuated throughout with pictures and photographs, this book explains what mummies are, various mummification processes (and the reasons behind it) and the scientific techniques used to study mummies. Written in language simple enough for the layman to understand, this is the perfect introduction for teaching children about the world of mummies.

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Added 'New Moon' by Stephanie Meyer — 4 weeks ago

Added 'Twilight' by Stephanie Meyer — 8 weeks ago

Added 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins — 10 weeks ago

Added 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams — 10 weeks ago

Added 'Grim Crims & Convicts' by Jackie French — 11 weeks ago

Added 'The Best Poems Ever' edited by Edric S. Mesmer — 12 weeks ago

Added 'The New 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth' by The EarthWorks Group — 12 weeks ago

Added 'A Fortunate Life' by A.B. Facey — 25 weeks ago

Added 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley — 26 weeks ago

Added 'Mummies: Unwrapping the Past' by Rosalie David — 31 weeks ago

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