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In this must-read first installment of Brian Jaques Redwall, Cluny the Scourge has come to Mossflower- home of the famed Redwall Abbey, a place where creatures dwell in harmony and peace, but when the felonious Cluny and his horde lay siege to Redwall the fate of the abbey and all of its creatures is in the hands of Matthias. The young abbeymouse must discover his true destiny to save Redwall. With the help of Bail Stag Hare, Jess Squirrel, Constance the Badger, and the wizened Brother Methuselah, Matthais sets forth on a quest to save his home. A tale of honor, bravery, chivalry, and valor, Redwall will keep you on your feet! Filled with twists there is never a dull moment! Jacques' is an artist of words, and descriptions of the Abbey feasts will make your mouth water! Truly a classic, Redwall is a great book for all ages! Jaques' characters jump from the pages with invigorating liveliness! A series that will always leave you wanting more, be sure to check out the rest of the Redwall world- with twenty-one other novels in the series, alongside two picture books, a cookbook, and many more, Redwall is sure to delight! -armcginnOver 3 years agobgmcginnliked a comment in Redwall (Redwall, Book 1).
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I had high hopes for this book after reading Hinton's The Outsiders, while it didn't meet my expectations, it was still a good read. Taming The Star Runner follows Travis Harris, a hardened, popular city boy from Tulsa- with a soft spot for writing, but when he comes home to find his abusive stepfather cramming his writing in the fireplace, the hot-tempered Travis knows that he has gone too far, and attacks him. Later, when released from Juvie, he is placed in the custody of his Uncle Ken, who lives in the outskirts of rural Tulsa, longing for his home, Travis hates life in the country, laughed at and ignored for his tough attitude and looks, he is alone- his personality that was revered in his home town has become his downfall. When he is introduced to Casey, one of the riding instructors at ken's ranch he is facinated- bolder and braver than any girl he's known and intent on taming the Star Runner, the wildest, meanest, and most striking horse in the barn.Over 3 years agoarmcginn's book review was featured in Lord of the Flies (Penguin Drop Caps).
From renowned author William Golding, The Lord of the Flies explores the farthest, darkest, and most primitive reaches of the human mind. Stranded on an island in the midst of the vast Pacific Ocean, Ralph and a group of schoolboys are left to fend for themselves, with no adult guidance they revel in their newfound freedom. With the hope of rescue crushed with the crash of their plane, their last hope lies in their signal fires. Soon Ralph's tribe begins to forsake their civilized ways, lapsing back into the lawless abyss of true human nature. Without the promise of rescue on the horizon, the boys forget their last hope for rescue, as all of their previous experience is consumed by the primal will to survive. Filled with page-turning intensity, Lord of the Flies is an ardent and harrowing tale, a hard book to put down. Readers will be fascinated by the down-to-earth Ralph, the reckless Jack, the sensible Piggy, and the reliable twins, Sam n' Eric. A good book, but not recommended for those younger than middle school age or particularly sensitive due to its blunt and straightforward nature, and minor language, but an over-all magnificent and meticulously structured plotline. Placed in 1950, and published in 1945, it may contain words and references used differently than in modern times. Ever a classic young adult or teen novel, readers will be transfixed by its looming reality. -armcginnAlmost 4 years agobgmcginn added a new comment in
Hi first I want to say a big thanks to DOGO for giving out this book. I really want this book because it sounds interesting, I LOVE National Geographic and it would give me something to do during Covid-19 I'm sure my family would like it too! Good luck everyone!Almost 4 years agoarmcginnliked a comment in Island of the Blue Dolphins.
I loved the book! Karana faces dangerous situations. this story shows a lot of bravery. True story. I highly recommend this book.Almost 4 years agobgmcginn added a book review.
I loved the book! Karana faces dangerous situations. this story shows a lot of bravery. True story. I highly recommend this book.Almost 4 years ago
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