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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

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 Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe  BY BENJAMIN ALIRE SÁENZ              A romance between two Mexican boys in America (the boys, of course, being Aristotle and Dante) that follows their paths across a summer and a school year.     The book is oft described as a coming-of-age story, and reads much like a character study. That is to say, whatever plot there is can be considered rather slow moving and flutters around a few pivotal incidents.     However, the characters are enticingly written, and the book portrays the changes of their dynamic- both with each other and others- in a way that feels honest and real. It ought to be said that Aristotle (by who's perspective the story is told) felt distressingly emo at times, but as the angsty 15 year old he is, it can be overlooked.      Overall a lovely read, and undeniably wholesome from start to finish. The book sports one sequel, but it ca...

Story Thieves

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Story thieves by James Riley Age: 8+ Genre: Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐      Owen conners is a 6th grader.His boring life changes when he sees Bethany Sanderson crawl out of a book in his mother's library. From that day onwards Owen and Bethany along with friends Charm, Kiel and Gwen.Together they work to find out more about Bethany's past and defeat the antagonist,Nobody.   Pictures: Owen Conners , Bethany Sandersons,You in front of the screen 

Percy Jackson

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Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan     Age :  10+ Genre : Fantasy Rating : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐        The Lightning Thief is the  story of 12 year old Percy Jackson. When he discovers that he is a DemiGod, he goes on a quest with his friends Grover and Annabeth to catch the Thief who stole the greatest lightning bolt weapon of mass destruction.     I like how funny Percy was in the book. The book is filled with action and lots of greek mythology.    The Quest does not end here. Find out more about Percy's next adventure by reading the books that follow. Get ready for an adventurous journey with Percy.       

Big Nate

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Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce Age            : 8+ Genre        : Humour Rating        :⭐⭐⭐⭐                Big Nate by 8 year old cousin  Big Nate by me             πŸ“•   Kids of all ages enjoy Big Nate books . Its funny ,hilarious, and easy to   understand . Big Nate is a sixth grader, at PS 38.He is  mischievous boy, get in lot trouble that ends up in detention.Big Nate's best friends are Francis and Teddy Big Nate hates his history teacher, Miss Godfrey and gets into lots of trouble.Big Nate books are available as comic style and as story book style. There are lots of books.Get ready to have a big laugh. 

Phoebe and Her Unicorn

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Phoebe and her Unicorn      by Dana Simpson Genre        : Fantasy/Humor Rating       :   ★★★★ Age           :6+        A story about a young girl named Phoebe who befriends a unicorn by the name of Marigold Heavenly Nostrils. They have fun adventures together throughout the story. The comic is filled with laughter and it's definitely relatable to young readers. The illustrations are great. This is the first book in the series. The books were so funny i couldn't stop with one. There are 10 books so far.Have a fun time with Phoebe and her Unicorn.

Warriors: Into the wild.

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Warriors: Into the wild By: Erin Hunter Genre               : Adventure / Fantasy Age                   : 8+          Summary:        A kittypet named Rusty decides to see what life as a wild cat would be like. He joins Thunderclan ,which is one of four clans of warrior cats that live in  the forest. when an apprentice named Ravenpaw runs in and says that Redtail had died in the battle for sunningrocks, the suspense and action begins. Read more about Rusty, whose name becomes Firepaw! Lets go on a Journey with Rusty in the Warriors book.    πŸ“— Four clans in the book Thunderclan lives in Forest Windclan  lives in Moor Riverclan lives by the river. Shadowclan lives in Pine forest   πŸ“— Four seasons in the book Summer - Greenlleaf Winter -Leaf-bare Fall - Leaf-fall Spring - Newleaf...