BOOK REVIEWS

Cookie
by Jacqueline Wilson
Cookie was a great book! It is about a girl called Beauty who has a really hard life. 5 stars.
Review by Aria of Berhampore

Inkheart
by Cornelia Funke
It is a book which tells you that books really matter. It is also an adventure and magic story, with people with magical powers who can read people in and out of books. It is an exciting story where some people seem to like our world more than their own. 5 stars
Review by Zoe of Karori

South by Southeast (Diamond Brothers Mystery)
by Anthony Horowitz
WOW! It is so great. I loved it so much!!! 5 stars.
Review by Bella of Kilbirnie

Outcast of Redwall
by Brian Jacques
This book is very funny and exciting, but there is a sad part. 5 stars.
Review by George of Brooklyn

Agent Amelia #4: Spooky Ballet!
by Michael Broad
It is a great book about a girl called Amelia Kidd. Amelia Kidd has three adventures: Spooky Ballet, The Whistling Scarecrow and The Gobbldygook Books. 5 stars
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Agent Amelia #3: Hypno Hounds!
by Michael Broad
There are three stories in the book, and three adventures including Amelia Kidd.(Amelia Kidd is the name of the character.) 5 stars
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Agent Amelia #2: Zombie Cows!
by Michael Broad
It is a great book about a girl called Amelia Kidd.There are three wonderful stories in the book. 5 stars
Review by Christine of Khandallah

The Bear Under the Stairs
by Helen Cooper
This is an awesome book. There was so much imagination put into it and it is such a fun book to read. It was my favourite book when I was little. 4 stars.
Review by Katie of Churton Park

Lady Grace Mysteries: Exile
by Grace Cavendish
This book is about a Maid of Honour,Grace, who is secretly a detective. In Exile, the Banoo Yasmine is at Court, and is rumoured to have magical powers! Yasmine also owns the beautiful Heart of Kings ruby.Then the ruby goes missing and one of Grace's friends is blamed.Grace sets out to find the real thief!!! 5 stars.
Review by Yawynne of Karori

Mascot Madness: Schooling Around
by Andy Griffiths
It is a very good book full of dancing bananas and angry dogs. 5 stars
Review by Chocho of Khandallah

I Know What You Did Last Wednesday
by Anthony Horowitz
It is a scary murder mystery. 5 stars.
Review by Bella of Haitaitai

All About Rachel: Spells & Sleeping Bags
by Sarah Mlynowski
This series, All About Rachel, is really good to read. It is a funny new series about Rachel being a witch! 5 stars.
Review by Anthea of Wellington

Antarctica: The Frozen Continent
by Greg Reid
It is the best book you could ever read. It shows icebergs: big ones, little ones and medium sized ones. It is so so so so so awesome you ust fall in love with it. 5 stars.
Review by Jade of Kilbirnie

Suddenly Supernatural: School Spirit
by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel
It is a fantastic book about a girl called Kat, and her only friend and best friend Jac.They have to solve the ghost's problem. The ghost's name is Suzanne Bennis. 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Cookie
by Jacqueline Wilson
Indulge in a world of misfortunes, laughter and, uh, cookies. Beauty Cookson is an overweight rich girl who finds a fascination with rabbit shaped cookies. I totally recommend this book to those who are going through bullying and social disasters. 5 stars.
Review by Katherine of Grenada Village

The Golden Compass (also known as Northern Lights)
by Philip Pullman
It is absolutely fantastic. 5 stars.
Review by Josef of Brooklyn

Lara the Black Cat Fairy
by Daisy Meadows
Rachel and Kirsty find Lara's black cat! Will they win or will Jack Frost? 5 stars.
Review by Regan of Lyall Bay

Jade the Disco Fairy
by Daisy Meadows
Jack Frost, with the help of his mean and nasty goblin, steals Jade's disco ribbon. Without it discos will turn into disasters!! Rachel and Kirsty must help Jade find her ribbon or else the disco will be a catastrophe. I think that this book is good for girls and boys aged 5 - 24. 5 stars.
Review by Tawa Bookbusters Club of Tawa

Loser
by Jerry Spinelli
It is really interesting and well written. The plot is a bit crazy but it is still a great book! 4 stars.
Review by Ellie of Wilton

Ruby Clair: The Trouble With Ghosts
by Mary K. Pershall
Ruby Clair is used to weird stuff happening. Like being able to see the lights around people and hearing whispery voices in the dark. But getting a call from her cousin Nicola goes way beyond weird. It's impossible. If this is a gift Ruby's not sure she wants it. Why does the one thing she seems to be good at have to be so spooky? 5 stars.
Review by Merren of Lyall Bay

Girls in Pants: The Third Summer of the Sisterhood: Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants #3
by Ann Brashares
This is an amazing book to read. I recommend that this book be read by all ages. 5 stars.
Review by Eunice of Grenada Village

The Diary of a World War II Pilot.
by Dennis Hamley
Awesome book for such things as homework or a book report. Interesting until the last page. It definitely keeps you going. 5 stars.
Review by Tahana of Johnsonville

Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
by Judy Blume
It is a funny story about a girl growing up to be a teenager. This book will suit 10 to 13 year olds. It is my favourite of the Judy Blume books I have read so far! 5 stars.
Review by Claire of Miramar

Sunset
by Erin Hunter
This is the last book of the second series of The Warriors. Thunderclan is recovering from a vicious badger attack as Shadowclan try to take over their territory. Brambleclaw must decide where his loyalties lie: with the Clan, or with his ambitions? I loved this book! 4 stars.
Review by Mehrbano of Tawa

Princess Amelia and the Silver Seal
by Vivian French
It is a wonderful book for people who like to read about princesses. 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Midnight
by Jacqueline Wilson
Midnight by Jacqueline Wilson is an awsome book! It is a fantastic book to read and once you have started reading it you will never stop! 5 stars.
Review by Anthea of Wellington

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
by J. K. Rowling
Awesome! She made it simple for Ron and Hermione to start dating and get married. 5 stars.
Review by Zafirah of Newtown

The Tomorrow Code
by Brian Falkner
I absolutely adored the book. I love all of Brian's creations; they are smart and funny. It is a definite crowd pleaser on long car trips these holidays. 5 stars.
Review by Choey of Khandallah

Stoneheart
by Charlie Fletcher
If you like adventure, horror and monster books, then Stoneheart is for you. It is about a kid who is always bulled. He accidentally breaks a statue and then BAM his world is changed.
Review by Rhys of Tawa

The Complete Peanuts, 1950 to 1952
by Charles M. Schulz
This is a funny comic book about a boy named Charlie Brown and a dog called Snoopy. All of these comic strips are very funny.
Review by Anonymous of Wellington

Septimus Heap Series #1: Magyk
by Angie Sage
This book is all about magic, princesses, murder and time. They are good books and it is fun reading them. 5 stars.
Review by Zoe of Karori

My Sister Jodie
by Jacqueline Wilson
This touching story will warm your heart to the full. I think this book is awesome!!! 4 stars.
Review by Nicole of Wellington

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
by J. K. Rowling
It is a good book. I really enjoyed it and I am about to give it 5 stars.
Review by Germaine of Tawa

Goldenspy: Jane Blonde #6
by Jill Marshall
When Jane Blonde gets a gold spy-suit she gets into all sorts of trouble......5 stars
Review by aqua_210 of Miramar

Paul Jennings' Weirdest Stories
by Paul Jennings
A very funny book to read. Good for people who like a good laugh. 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Treasure Fever: Schooling Around #1
by Andy Griffiths
An adventure story about kids going off to find lots of treasure. It was good. 4 stars.
Review by Pacey of Tawa

Pencil of Doom: Schooling Around #2
by Andy Griffiths
This book is very funny because a boy named Henry has this very evil pencil. If you use this pencil to draw something it will all come true and it will hurt people. 5 stars.
Review by Geoffrey of Karori

The Lightning Thief
by Rick Riordan
It is a really awesome book. It perfectly intertwines Greek myth and modern day interests, and the characters are almost believable. This book is the first of the Percy Jackson series, and I suggest you read it - it will blow your mind! 5 stars.
Review by Bindy of New Zealand

A Series of Unfortunate Events #2: The Reptile Room
by Lemony Snicket
I think that this book is very sad, but at the same time it has a twist. I think this book deserves 5 stars because it links people into it straight away and it is also a very unfortunate book, just like the title says. 5 stars
Review by Hadassah of Tawa

Inheritance Book 2: Eldest
by Christopher Paolini
This book tells you about a mystical land where Eragon lives. Once a simple farm boy, Eragon is now a Rider with a book of knowledge on magic.You can follow him on his visit to the elves.Great (I mean GREAT!) book. 5 stars.
Review by Saskia of Lyall Bay

Pet Finders Club #6: Searching for Sunshine
by Ben M. Baglio
It's a book about looking for a lost horse called Sunshine. 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Yound Bond #1: Silverfin
by Charles Higson
It is dark in a few places and there are man-eating eels. For ages 11+. 5 stars.
Review by Luke of Greenacres

Young Bond #2: Blood Fever
by Charles Higson
It ruled; kept me in my seat the whole way through. 5 stars.
Review by William of Berhampore

Inkheart
by Cornelia Funke
Well I can't really describe the book, but it is an extremely good book, and it is a book within a book. 5 stars.
Review by Talia of Newlands

Bad Girls
by Jacqueline Wilson
It was good. I enjoyed reading it. I just could not believe how good it was. 5 stars.
Review by Jessie of Paremata

Warriors: Power of Three: Book Five: Long Shadows
by Erin Hunter
I think that Long Shadows is the best book in the Warriors collection. It is all about four clans of cats who live in the forest. So far there have been three groups of Warriors cat books. The main cats in Long Shadows are: Jayfeather, Holly Leaf and Lion Blaze. In this book their mother tells them a breath-taking secret. 5 stars.
Review by Amelia of Miramar

Pet Finders Club #1: Come Back, Buddy
by Ben M. Baglio
It is a fantastic book to read. 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Pink Chameleon
by Fiona Dunbar
This is a cool book about two sisters called Rorie and Elsie, who are desperate to escape their cruel uncle's boarding school, which they were taken to when their parents disappeared......5 stars.
Review by Merren of Lyall Bay

The Big Book of Girl Stuff
by Bart King
This book totally rocks! It tells you about everything and it also tells you how to tell when somebody is lying. It is also a very heavy book so it has loads of stuff that you need to know!!! ( : 5 stars.
Review by Anthea of Wellington

Cabin Creek Mysteries #4: The Haunting of Hillside School
by Kristiana Gregory
This is Jeff, David and Claire's fourth adventure in the Cabin Creek Mysteries Series. This book sent shivers down my spine, especially when they find out a secret about their school's past (a GHOST!). I couldn't put the book down! I read it in two days (but I did sleep in between after Dad told me to turn out the light and go to sleep!). 5 stars
Review by Harrison of Johnsonville

Dragonskin Slippers
by Jessica Day George
A very intriguing book! It is very unpredictable. You have no idea what's going to happen next.This book has levels of mystery, danger and excitement. I would recommend it to 8 -11 year olds. Once you pick it up you will never be able to put it down!! 5 stars.
Review by Rebekah of Island Bay

Inheritance Book 2: Eldest
by Christopher Paolini
Kvetha Fricai: Greetings Friends. This is an awesome book for anyone who loves ancient languages and lands, mythical creatures and magic!! I would recommend the series to 9 - 12 year olds. Atra esterni ono thelduin. Mor'ranr lifa unin hjarta onr.Un du evarinya ono varda: May good fortune rule over you. Peace live in your heart. And the stars watch over you. 5 stars.
Review by Grace of Island Bay

Tower to the Sun
by Colin Thompson
This book goes into the future and takes a look at where the sun would be. To my suprise there was no sun because there were thick orange clouds covering it....so they start building...5 stars
Review by Gemma of Tawa

Ink Trilogy: Volume 1: Inkheart
by Cornelia Funke
This was the most amazing series ever! So twisting, sometimes into our world and sometimes into another! I am like a bomb when it comes to doing a quiz on this.....When we have to choose a book to do a report on, or choose a description for a character, I always choose these books! My favourite people are Meggie and Farid! You should read this.....5 stars.
Review by Devika of Churton Park

Howl's Moving Castle
by Diana Wynne Jones
An awsome book that is now a movie. But read the book first, THEN watch the movie; you'll see which is best (the book). I PROMISE you won't be disappointed SO READ THIS BOOK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 5 stars.
Review by AQUA_210 of Miramar

My Story: Steven Gerrard
by Steven Gerrard
Great book! I recommend it to anyone who loves football, or who has had a physical injury that is career threatening - and who has a big sports dream! 5 stars.
Review by Shawn of Miramar

Twilight
by Stephanie Meyer
This is a really awesome book about a teenager in love with a vampire! It's the first of the Twilight series. 5 stars.
Review by Caitlin of Johnsonville

Warriors Series (New Prophecy: Book One): Midnight
by Erin Hunter
A great series! Midnight is my favourite! If you love cats and adventure then this is the book for you! Read Into The Wild (Warriors: Book One) first though... After you've read this, you'll never look at your plain old tabby the same way again!!!! 5 stars.
Review by Mika of Mornington

Warriors
by Terry Deary
This book is one of the Horrible Histories. It is a handbook: find out which woeful warrior's name means "happy chicken"; whose savage stallion liked to munch on human flesh; why ninja poo was a deadly warrior weapon. From the nasty norsemen and cut-throats, to hated hooligan huns and sword-swishing samurai, discover the truth about wicked warriors and their blood-thirsty battles. It is all you will ever need to know about warriors - all the gore and more - history has never been so horrible! 5 stars.

The Real Thing
by Brian Falkner
It's well....FANTASTIC!!!!! It is about Fizzer and Tupai. The people who know the formula of Coca-Cola get kidnapped and the safety of the Coca-Cola recipe is in Fizzer's hands. 5 stars.
Review by Chomancho of Khandallah

The Best-Ever Book of Magic
by Peter Eldin
The book was a very interesting one. I was glued to the book for over 2 whole weeks. The best part (that I was fascinated by) was the section on Harry Houdini who was the master escapologist (it's all in the book). 4 stars.
Review by Tyler of Churton Park

The Story of Tracy Beaker
by Jacqueline Wilson
This book is about a girl called Tracy Beaker who wishes that her movie star Mum would whisk her away in her limousine. 10/10! This book is too good. 5 stars.
Review by Anfal

Inheritance Book Three: Brisingr
by Christopher Paolini
Also known as The Seven Promises of Eragon Shadeslayer and Saphira Bjartskular, this is the third book in the trilogy. Eragon has to defeat the evil king, Galbatorix; but first, he and his dragon need to complete their training as a Dragon and Rider, with Oromis, his elven teacher. He has sworn oaths to many, and it's all up to Eragon and his beloved dragon, Saphira, to keep them. I cannot imagine any one who would not like this story. It is simply FABULOUS, and you're either nuts or crazy if you don't try it. 5 stars.
Review by Sabrina

The Secrets of Droon Series: Book One: The Hidden Stairs and the Carpet
by Tony Abbott
I think that this is a GREAT book because it is mysterious, strange, magical and exciting!! 5+ stars.
Review by Rongo of Pukerua Bay

This is a very good book about magic. Kids should read this! I loved this book and I am reading the series it is so cool!!! 5 stars.
Review by Mahinaarangi of Pukerua Bay

Super Freak
by Brian Falkner
A mind-boggling book on superpowers. It has very good descriptive language and is interesting. 5 stars.
Review by Samuel

The Ruthless Romans
by Terry Deary
The Ruthless Romans: It is about the Romans. Would you want to be in the Roman circus doing an act? No way! Instead you would be fighting animals, trained gladiators or criminals. The Romans thought it was fun to watch people suffer; to watch people die. The Romans thought it was fun! So if you want to read about The Ruthless Romans then let me tell you that they were ruthless. 4 stars.
Review by Joyce of Wadestown

The Rotten Romans
by Terry Deary
It's all about the Romans - the Rotten Romans - so do not be suprised when they say rotten! 5 stars.
Review by Debora of Athens

Animal Ark: Kitten in the Cold
by Lucy Daniels
It was really interesting to read and full of suprises! Really interesting. 4 stars.
Review by Siobhan of Karori

Magic Kitten: A Splash of Forever
by Sue Bentley
This book was really cool. And if you like kittens or lions, I think that you will like this book! 4 stars.
Review by Yawynne of Karori

Dawn
by Erin Hunter
This is an awesome book. I'd read it if I were you. It's the third book in the second series of Warriors. IT'S GREAT!!! 5 stars
Review by Leopardhead of Thunderclan

Just Stupid
by Andy Griffiths
Andy is a very stupid boy but very funny.There are 9 different stories about him. 5 stars.
Review by Havana of Owhiro Bay

Hi New Baby
by Robie H. Harris
Hi New Baby is a really cool story. The reason why I like it is because if you are the youngest in your famliy, and then your mother has a baby, you might feel really left out because you are the one that always had the attention and you should not be very jealous. 5 stars.
Review by Litea of Mt. Cook

Black Rabbit Summer
by Kevin Brooks
This novel is one of the best I have read in AGES!! It is about these teenagers who are about to leave home for College. They decide to meet up for old times sake as they used to be best friends. But when they meet up one of them goes missing...Awesome!! Action packed - But a warning! For 16 years and over - even though I am 13!! 4 stars.
Review by Sophie of Wellington

Love Lessons
by Jacqueline Wilson
This the most gripping book I have ever read. I couldn't put it down! This book is about a girl called Prudence, who has a really mean father who has made Prudence and her sister Grace (piggy) stay at home by home schooling them, and not letting them have any friends. But one day her father has a stroke and cannot walk and talk. Finally Prue has some freedom. She has to go to school and she goes to the worst school in the city - but she has fallen in love with her art teacher! I hope that you like it - I did. 5 stars.
Review by Cara of Thorndon

Ballerina Wishes
by Carol Barton
It is a really fantastic book - when you read it you get a smile on your face. 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

The Recruit (Cherub Series)
by Robert Muchamore
Ok, I must admit I am a bit of a book worm, but this is brilliant. It has to be my most favourite book......ever! It is genius and had me hooked after the first page. I plan to read the others but I am on a long reserves list.............5 stars.
Review by Lydia of Tawa

Dogstar
by Philip Dalkin
Dogstar is a fun animal/adventure book about the Clark Family kids and their dog Hobart and is set in the year 2347! Earth is too polluted and everyone has to move to “New Earth”. While the humans that can afford transportation go in their Family owned spacecraft, and the ones that can’t afford it in government craft, the worlds 17 species of animals go in their own separate arks, namely: The Dogstar, The Catstar, The Cowstar Etc. But the robot pilots on the Dogstar get hopelessly lost! So The Clark kids set off with Lincoln's genetically modified cat (That can detect dogs from a light-year away!) in their Dad's removal craft The Valiant! A very good book with a bit of humor. I would highly recommend reading this book. 4 stars. For ages 9+. I Checked out the Dogstar website (www.dogstar.tv). It has a club, games and some downloadables. Also on Sundays at 6.00 pm The Dogstar T.V Series is on The Disney Channel.
Review by Aaron of Johnsonville

Into the Wild
by Erin Hunter
This is the first of the fantastic Warriors series by Erin Hunter. It is about a cat called Rusty who finds a clan of wild cats. He accepts their offer to join the Thunder Clan and he finds that they aren't really scary after all. 4 stars.
Review by Olivia of Johnsonville

Cat and the Stinkwater War
by Kate Saunders
What would it feel like to become a cat? Cat discovers all the ups and downs of a cat's life when she is catapulted into the world of furry felines. 4 stars.
Review by Raewyn of Karori

Unicorn Wishes
by Carol Barton
A little unicorn has lost its mother and run away.The little unicorn's name is Peregrine and he's sad and worried. Peregrine only wants to be with his mother and father: with the herd. Three friends help Peregrine find his mother. Will they ever find her? 4 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Chinese Cinderella: the True Story of an Unwanted Daughter
by Adeline Yen Mah
I think this will be an awesome book for people who love true, sad stories. It is a fantastic story of friendship and it is all true. 4 stars
Review by Taylor of Karori

Tintin in America
by Herge
It was a very good book about a crazy adventure of Tintin and Snowy, where they get captured by the indigenous people of America, and try to capture some Gangsters. 5 stars.
Review by Tyler of Churton Park

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
by J. K. Rowling
It is a good book if you like adventure. 5 stars
Review by Miriam of Churton Park

The Recruit
by Robert Muchamore
The Recruit is packed full of action and suspense. Anyone who loves an exciting action adventure, which is also full of laughs, will read this book from cover to cover. 5 stars.
Review by Jordan of Johnsonville

Mammoth Academy In Trouble
by Neal Layton
Oscar is a mammoth and so is Arabella. It is the start of term and soon it will be the end. But there is human graffiti on the walls of the mammoth academy! The humans are starving and they are trying to kill the mammoths and eat them. What would they do? 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

Igraine The Brave
by Cornelia Funke
This is a fantastic book. In this book there is a girl called Igraine: she does not want to be a magician, she wants to go on adventures and be a strong knight, and fight the evil and greedy son of the owner of the castle on red rocks. You should read it! 5 stars.
Review by Moesha of Wellington

Judy Moody: Around the World in 8 1/2 Days
by Megan McDonald
I loved this book a lot. I've read loads of her books and I think she should write more Judy Moody books. 5 stars.
Review by Ruby of Kilbirnie

Sleepovers
by Jacqueline Wilson
Sleepover parties are the greatest! Everybody's having one. All of Daisy's friends in the Alphabet Club - Amy , Bella , Chole , and Emily - have had sleepovers for their birthdays. Daisy has a dilemma; she'd love to have a sleepover too, but then she'd have to let her friends to meet her sister....A funny and moving story with a brand new introduction from Jacqueline Wilson.
Review by Anthea of Miramar

Billy and Old Smoko
by Jack Lasenby
Billy and Old Smoko is funny. It's about a boy named Billy and a talking horse named Old Smoko. Billy's real mother was replaced by an evil stepmother and they tried to get Billy's real mother back. You should read this book if you like to read about talking horses and if you like funny stories. 5 stars.
Review by Haley of Ngaio

The Sight: Warriors: Power of Three: Book One
by Erin Hunter
Hollypaw, Lionpaw and Jaypaw (Blind) are cats from ThunderClan, and are made apprentices just after a disaterous raid on a fox den, resulting in Jaypaw nearly dying. Jaypaw becomes a medicine cat apprentice and finds he has a special gift. He learns that there is a prophecy about him, and his littermates, and that their grandfather, Firestar, has chosen not to reveal it. Why? There will be three, kin of your kin, who hold the power of the stars in their paws. 5 stars
Review by Lizzie of Tawa

Outcast: Warriors: Power of Three: Book Three
by Erin Hunter
This book is about Hollypaw, Lionpaw And Jaypaw (Blind). They are cats that live in ThunderClan, but are drawn to the mountains to help The Tribe Of Rushing Water. Now Lionpaw must discover his gift, like his brother Jaypaw before him......5 stars
Review by Lizzie of Tawa

Agent Amelia: Hypno Hounds
by Michael Broad
It is about Agent Amelia and some of her missions. There are two other books in the series: Ghost Diamond! and Zombie Cows! I would recommend these books for readers aged 8+. 5 stars
Review by Merren of Lyall Bay

Pip: The Story Of Olive
by Kim Kane
This book is really good. I just could not put it down. Anyone will love it - you can see for yourself. 4 stars.
Review by Jessie of Johnsonville

My Sister Jodie
by Jacqueline Wilson
It is about a girl called Pearl and her sister Jodie, and their move to a boarding school because their Mum got a job being the school cook and their Dad got a job as the school caretaker. I would recommend this book for others aged 10+ years. 5 stars.
Review by Merren of Lyall Bay

Dragonsdale
by Salamanda Drake
It describes nearly everything and is very big. That is very good for me as I read very quickly which is one of the reasons I am a bookworm! I can see why it was in the fantasy section. I like Cara because she cares for dragons a lot. 5 stars.
Review by Charlotte of Oriental Bay

Ginger Snaps
by Cathy Cassidy
This is a fantastic novel about a girl who has all sorts of issues and problems that need to be solved. Friendship is a huge problem for Ginger, but she discovers new friends as the story goes on: such as the mysterious boy with his large hat collection, and quiet, but now reformed, Emily, who completey changes when she meets Ginger and ex best friend Shannon.
This a great book for all Jacqueline Wilson lovers who have read all her books but are wanting something more to read about! I rate Ginger Snaps by Cathy Cassidy a 5/5!!!!
Review by Katherine of Grenada Village

Ways to Live Forever
by Sally Nicholls
Sam is an eleven year old boy who loves facts and wants to know about UFOs, horror movies, airships, ghosts, scientists and how it feels to kiss a girl. Because he has leukaemia (blood cancer) he wants to know facts about dying. Sam needs answers to the questions nobody will answer so he and his friend Felix go on a mission to get the answers and to let him do all the things he wants to do. 5 stars.
Review by Alex of Khandallah

The King's Bubbles
by Ruth Paul
This funny story is about King Bill, who is a bossy king, who wants to keep his bubbles but they keep bursting! King Bill asks his advisors to catch his bubbles. It is a good book for all ages. This book is entered for the NZ Post book awards. 4 stars.
Review by Bookbusters of Tawa

Kiki Strike: Inside the Shadow City
by Kirsten Miller
This book is an ideal read for girls or boys aged 11. Many mysteries take place and it is a thrilling read and you can't even put it down! 5 stars.
Review by Kathy of Wellington

Ranger's Apprentice: Book 4: The Battle for Skandia
by John Flanagan
It's a good book because I like books with archers, and if they have rangers too it is even better. 5 stars.
Review by Rhys of Karori

The Official Character Guide: Digimon
by A. Ryan Nerz
I am a Digimon Fan!!!!! I have watched Digimon for ever. It is a pity that the TV show has ended. 5 stars.
Review by Cam of Tawa

The Last Vampire
by Christopher Pike
This is a book for slightly older people but I recommend it as a good book. I just never wanted to put it down. 5 stars.
Review by Elena of Ngaio

The Horse and His Boy
by C. S. Lewis
It is very good for young readers with strong talents in reading. It would be for ages 10 to 14. It is the most brillant book and it is the best book I have ever read in ages. 5 stars
Review by Jade of Kilbirnie

Bad Girls
by Jacqueline Wilson
Bad Girls is about bullying and this one girl called Daisy getting bullied by three big girls. At first she gets run over by a truck and there is a lot more. To be continued......3 stars.
Review by Jasmine of Tawa

The Diamond Girls
by Jacqueline Wilson
I liked this book because it was an interestng book and it was not boring. 5 stars.
Review by Melony of Tawa

The Recruit (Cherub: Book One)
by Robert Muchamore
This book was great. I wish it was true. A must for Alex Rider fans!!! 5 stars.
Review by Den of Johnsonville

Teen Titans: A Kid's Game
by Geoff Johns
I like this book because it has a good storyline and some really cool action sequences. The drawings were really good as well. Great imagination. 4+ Stars.
Review by Matio of Tawa

Ottoline Goes to School
by Chris Riddell
Ottoline is going to the Alice B. Smith school for the differently gifted with her secend best friend Cecliy. Will Ottoline find her gift and solve a mystey with her first best friend Mr.Munroe? 5 stars.
Review by Christine of Khandallah

South Sea Adventure
by Willard Price
Really cool. They have to catch Mantaray - a really big stingray - that can jump out of the water and smash boats. I recommend it for someone keen on getting out on boats. 4 stars.
Review by Philip of Tawa

Harry Potter and the Philospoher's Stone
by J. K. Rowling
It's a book full of magic: the first time I opened it I knew I wanted to read the others in the series. 5 stars. .
Review by Misha of Lyall Bay

The Suitcase Kid
by Jacqueline Wilson
I would say The Suitcase Kid is one of the best books I have ever read especially if your parents are breaking up or have broken up. It is really funny and cool. 5 stars. .
Review by Jasmine of Tawa

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by J. K. Rowling
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is a book full of action. When Harry finds his name in the goblet, that's when the adventure begins. Harry has to pass three parts of the competition to win. But can he pass staying under water for an hour, passing the Hornet, and getting through a maze? But who knows what will happen? 5 stars.
Review by Daniel of Tawa

Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
by Rick Riordan
Percy Jackson has an odd life: he has been kicked out of six schools, but life gets weirder when his maths teacher grows talons and wings. Will he get to the underworld before the summer solstice? Who will betray him? And will he save what matters most? This is an action packed book with a mystery and some adventure. I really like this book because it is descriptive, long and there is more than one book in the series. 5 stars.
Review by Jack of Crofton Downs

The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants
by Ann Brashares
This is a really great series for teens about friendship and family problems.This book is about Bridget, Tibby, Carmen and Lena, and all of them are facing problems in life! And al of them will split up during the summer break. 5 stars
Review by Emily of Crofton Downs

The Lady Grace Mysteries: Conspiracy
by Grace Cavendish
This book is about Lady Grace.She loves to write in her daybook. Her Mum died because someone poisoned her. She found out that her friend, Lady Sarah, got kidnapped by a pirate that pretended to a be a charming prince: so Lady Sarah got his attention.Lady Grace tried to rescue her by cutting her own hair and dressing like a boy.She is very bad at acting like a boy so you better read this book.This book is most suitable for nine years old and up.I like this book because inside there's a mystery to solve but who's going to solve it? 5 stars.
Review by Nabeela of Crofton Downs

My Sister Jodie
by Jacqueline Wilson
Jodie was a very daring girl. She was always doing scary daring things that put her life in danger (like running across the road in 8 cm heels. Pearl (her sister) is sick of it. Things go from bad to worse when they move to the Mansion School! What will Pearl do with her daring sister?... I loved this book and when I started reading I couldn't stop!! This book is for ages 10 and up. 5 stars.
Review by Emily of Crofton Downs

The Invention of Hugo Cabret: a Novel in Words and Pictures
by Brian Selznick
Far away in the streets of London lives a boy called Hugo. Hugo lives a hard life: his father is dead and his uncle is dead. But soon he finds a magical machine. As he lives his life he meets friends. Everyday he finds clues but what do they lead to? 4 stars.
Review by Victoria of Crofton Downs

The BFG
by Roald Dahl
Imagine being snatched from your bed in the middle of the night by a big friendly giant and arriving in Giant Country where blood thirsty children-eating giants live... well that's what happend to Sophie. Sophie had a great adventure. I think it's a great book for around 7-8 year old children. If I were you I would definitely read it. 4 stars.
Review by Charlotte of Crofton Downs

Asterix and the Big Fight
by Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo
It has lots of adventures. My favourite book is Asterix and the Big Fight because Getafix gets wacked by a Menhir so Getafix gets mad . 5 stars
Review by Ravi of Island Bay

Archie's War: My Scrapbook of the First World War 1914 - 1918
by Marcia Williams
I like Archie's War because it was a fun popup book. It had information about him. I give this book 5 stars.
Review by Bayley of Porirua

Genie Us!
by Steve Cole and Linda Chapman
I love this book! It is the most time twisting, magical and adventurous story I have read in my life. It is a really good book. I recommend it to anybody. 5 stars
Review by Mozima of Grenada Village

Ordinary Basil: Island of the Volcano Monkeys
by Wiley Miller
This book is about a boy called Basil. Basil has a friend who is called Zoe.They go to Monkey Island and they meet a man who is blue and who wants to take over Monkey Island. 5 stars.
Review by Grace of Wellington

The Worry Website
by Jacqueline Wilson
This book is a really good book. It is really interesting and is great for ages 8-13. You should definitely read this book. It is the best book I have ever read !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 5 stars.
Review by Emma of Newtown

Skulduggery Pleasant: Playing With Fire
by Derek Landy
It is the sequel to Skulduggery Pleasant and it is about a skeleton mage who has to defeat someone called Baron Vegenous. It was so good I could not put it down. 5 stars.
Review by Daniel of Karori

Millions
by Frank Cottrell Boyce
This Book is about two boys who find a sack of money which contains a million dollars and they try to change it before the currencey changes to pounds. This is a thrilling adventure and you hardly want to put the book down. 5 stars from me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Review by Jessica of Island Bay

Princess Stories
by Geraldine McCaughrean
Open pages of this book and step inside the enchanted world of princesses. A classic collection of original and familiar stories to treasure. 4 stars.
Review by Addington

Esio Trot
by Roald Dahl
Have you ever wanted to turn into something else? I bet it wasn't a tortoise! This is the story of a very shy man who's in love with a very kind woman, and of the small tortoise who brings them together. Hurry and get this book out! This book is really good!! But also short so you'll finish this book in no time at all!! 5 stars.
Review by Anthea of Miramar

Ginger Snaps
by Cathy Cassidy
Good book. It is her new one I think. 4 stars.
Review by Rosalie of Vogeltown

Indigo Blue
by Cathy Cassidy
This book is a great read that is brilliant for girls and is mainly about friendships.It would help all those people with issues and problems about friendships or life in general. 5 stars.
Review by Katherine of Johnsonville

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
by Suzanne Weyn
It is a fully action packed adventure with a little bit of a twist in this adventurous story. Read on to find out!!! 5 stars.
Review by Mozima of Grenada Village

Puberty Boy
by Geoff Price
I really like this book because it really tells me about things that happen to your body while you grow! 5 stars.
Review by Alessi of Paparangi

Greedy Cat and the School Pet Show
by Joy Cowley
Greedy Cat hates getting fussed over. His owner gave him a bath and put a red ribbon around Greedy Cat's neck. When they get to school Greedy Cat starts to reek havoc and chaos in the school yard......5 stars.
Review by Gemma of Linden

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
by J. K. Rowling
Harry Potter is a wizard from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Both his parents are dead and he lives with his aunt, uncle, and cousin. He is about to start his second year at Hogwarts. He has two friends: Hermione and Ron. Weird things are happening at Hogwarts. Harry, Ron and Hermione want to find out about it. 5 stars.
Review by Michael of Wellington

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
by J. K. Rowling
That was a very cool book Mrs. Rowling. I enjoyed reading that book. I read it day and night. Thanks to you I now love reading - but don't tell anyone at school otherwise they might laugh and call me names. So thank you so much for writing that book. Who made it first? Was the book made first or was it the movie? Well...... thank you so much. 5 stars.
Review by Paige of Johnsonville

The Princess Diaries
by Meg Cabot
It was a good book because the characters are interesting. 4 stars.
Review by Mariam of Wellington

The Freedom Writers Diary
by The Freedom Writers with Erin Gruwell
This book is the most exciting piece of writing that I have ever read. It is excatly what I went through in life and am still going through. I hope I can do better, not only for me but for the other views. 5 stars.
Review by Zalia of Karori

The Akhenaten Adventure
by P. B. Kerr
This book is brilliant in the way that it is written. It is also a wonderful story.
Review by Rhys of Karori

How to Speak Dragonese
by Cressida Cowell
This book is a really good book! I love how there is a little bit where it teaches you some Dragonese. 5 stars.
Review by Callum of Mt. Victoria

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
by C. S. Lewis
I like Prince Caspian because it has a great sense of adventure, and it is a book that my Dad read to me, and it was a great family experience. 5 stars.
Review by Lily of Ngaio

I Am Too Absolutely Small for School
by Lauren Child
This book is really funny, especially when Charlie tells Lola she can wear anything she wants to school, and she says she wants to go dressed as an alligator! And it's about school and I got it when I was just turning 5. 5 stars.
Review by Eva of Island Bay

Zac Power: Tomb of Doom
by H. I. Larry
The whole Zac Power series is cool. But this is one of my favourites. It's an exciting, action-packed, adventure. Zac goes on a mission to find the lost Pyramid and save a GIB agent. But the Pyramid is a vanishing pyramid...5 stars.
Review by Oliver of Island Bay

Animorphs: Hork-Bajir Chronicles
by K. A. Applegate
This book is about 3 characters called: Dak Hamee the Hork-Bajir; Aldrea the Andalite and Esplin 9466 the Yeerk. How is there a connection? The Andalite's father has been exiled to the Hork-Bajir world. Read this book to find out! I like the twists and turns in this exciting story. 5 stars.
Review by Jonathan of Paparangi

Lion Boy
by Zizou Corder
It was a wonderful and imaginative book with a lot of adventure. 5 stars.
Review by Madeleine of Wadestown

I Wanna be Famous
by Bruce Whatley
What do you want to be when you grow up? Well "I wanna be famous!" This book is sooo awsome! It is all about being what you want to be when you grow up. I'm just like the kid in the I wanna be famous picture book because I just wanna be famous just like him! Read this book then you might want to be famous too.This book is not only good but also gives you a little clue about how to be famous! Maybe one day if I am famous I will invite you to my concert! LOL!! (laugh out loud). 5 stars.
Review by Anthea of Miramar

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
by C. S. Lewis
It is very rich and makes you read on. 5 stars.
Review by Tiffany of Brooklyn

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
by J. K. Rowling
This book is the best of the series. It adds a grown-up feel and the emotions are great! I love this book and I will read it plenty more times. 5 stars.
Review by Sarah of Wellington

Cherub: Book 9: The Sleepwalker
by Robert Muchamore
It is a good book. I liiiiiiiikkkkkkkkkkkkkkeeeeeeeeeee it. It's awsome. Warning: For Teenagers. 5 stars
Review by Josh of Karori

The Five Ancestors: Book 1: Tiger
by Jeff Stone
It was a very detailed story of Fu's life as a Cangzhen warrior and how their temple was destroyed by their former brother Ying. It was a brilliant story. 5 stars.
Review by Christina of Miramar

Fred the (Quite) Brave Mouse
by Murray Ball
I like this book because it is hilarious and the illustrations are fantastic. I recommend this book for 8 to18 because there are some strange words in it.This tale has some cool parts, like when Fred's Mum pulled a thorn out of a big bird's foot, and then she got gobbled up by the big bird. 5 stars.
Review by Nikita of Owhiro Bay

Deltora Quest: Book 4: The Shifting Sands
by Emily Rodda
When the seven gems of the magic belt of Deltora were stolen, the evil shadow lord invadad the kingdom, and enslaved its people.
Review by Ariel of Wellington

Just Stupid
by Andy Griffiths
Andy and Danny are very stupid boys. They are in 9 very stupid stories. I like it because it is very very very funny. I recommend it for 7-11 year olds. 5 stars.
Review by Havana of Miramar

Wombat Stew
by Marcia K. Vaughan and Pamela Lofts
Dingo wants to make a Wombat stew. All the animals come to help make the stew, but the animals poison Dingo. It is a funny book. Dingo is the funniest character in the story. 5 stars.
Review by Rania of Owhiro Bay

The Five Ancestors: Book 3: Snake
by Jeff Stone
It was a great story about how Seh is finding out more about his life, and about his mother and father. And he is trying to stop his former brother Ying from doing bad things, while trying to find his other brothers. It was a fabulous story - everyone should read it. 5 stars.
Review by Christina of Miramar

Astrosaurs: The Riddle of the Raptors
by Stephen Cole
In Astrosaurs you get free cards. It is about four dinosaurs named Teggs, Gispy, Loki, Raptors, and Shanta. They are on a mission to find a type of crystal. I like this book because it has heaps of exciting moments. 5 stars
Review by Bradley of Owhiro Bay