Families Book Reviews

Name: Natalie J.
23 March 2012;

Genre: Friends and family

With the opening line of 'some time ago we said goodbye to Mummy. I am not sure where she has gone', the reader is drawn into the range of emotions felt by a young boy (about three) who is trying to understand and come to terms with his mother's death. The beautiful colour illustrations, also d...

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Name: Anastaisia Age 15
30 January 2012;

Genre: Supernatural

Unlike most classics this book is easy to read. Many questions surround the infamous and mysterious Phantom Of The Opera, who is he and what is he? You always want to know what will happen next and if Rhoal can get any closer to saving the love of his life. It has a cleverly written and in-depth...

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Name: Anastasia Age 15
30 January 2012;

Genre: Adventure

The first book is incredable with so many unexpected twists and suprises and it keeps you turning the page. The 2nd book also keeps you interested with unexpected circumstances although it lacks a little compared to its predessor. The 3rd and final book, the conclusion of the rebellion, starts o...

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Name: Florence Age 13
29 January 2012;

Genre: Adventure

This is a fast paced, exciting book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I enjoyed the science parts of the book and found it to be a great read. I discovered lots of things about science that I didnt know about. I think the book would appeal to anyone who loves science, but it is such...

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Name: Christopher Age 13
29 January 2012;

Genre: Adventure

I thought the book had a great story line and a thrilling climax. I also liked the fact that there was a lot of scientific information in the book which for a science nerd like me made it even better. Things that I disliked were the fact that sometimes the author deviated from the main story line...

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Name: Carwyn Age 12
29 January 2012;

Genre: Adventure

I think a person who enjoys science-fiction and drama type books would really like 'Itch'. Sometimes the names where forgettable and in some cases too similar. I would hope Simon Mayo writes another book, perhaps a sequel to Itch, of the same style. Simon Mayo delivers a contrast to other books...

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Name: Bradley Age 12
29 January 2012;

Genre: Adventure

It is a thrilling book full of adventure and action. Anyone who likes Science will find it interesting. Simon Mayo is as good an author as he is a DJ if not better. All in all it was a really great book. It is one of the best books I have read.

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Name: Bernadette Cameron
29 January 2012;

Genre: Adventure

To be completely honest when faced with reading Itch, I was not all that enthusiastic, believing it to be a second rate offering from yet another celebrity. Well I owe Simon Mayo a huge apology. This book is fantastic. Read. The story line is fast paced and full of action-packed adventure. Th...

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Name: Dorne Fraser
29 December 2011;

Genre: Adventure

This is an exciting fantasy adventure featuring three young people who are about to meet their destinies. Every 700 years demons from Hades try to enter the world and rule it and now is that time. Spoilt and pampered Prince Osami is saved from certain death when he is taken from his palace by Lis...

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Name: Natalie J.
29 December 2011;

Genre: Adventure

Shimmer is the second title in the series about 12 year old Riley Bloom, who is the sister of Ever, the protagonist of No's bestselling The Immortals series. Despite personally disliking the writing style and characterisation in the book, I can see it and the series being popular with young te...

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