Thunderhead is the second book in the Scythe book series. This book specifically focuses on the Thunderhead, the big cloud-like technology that controls everything, and corruption within the Scythedom. Citra gleans using her compassionate methods and Rowan hunts down corrupt Scythes. Meanwhile, the Thunderhead is growing worried about the corruption, yet it can’t do anything about it due to its limitations.
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas is an amazing book that tackles themes of race, identity, and justice. The main character Starr Carter is a 16 year old African American girl who has two lives:her rich prep school and her poor neighborhood. For most of her life, they stayed separate, but it all changes when Starr’s friend Khalil is wrongfully shot by a police officer who presumed that Khalil pulling out a comb was Khalil pulling out a gun.
The Cruel Prince, a novel written by Holly Black, introduces us to the world of Faerie. Jude Duarte, our main character, is a mortal, along with her twin sister, living in a world of immortals. Jude wants nothing more than to prove herself and show that she can be their equal. She craves power and is very cunning. This book is full of plot twists, betrayal, and incredible world-building. Each character is complex and has secret ulterior motives.
Shatter Me, written by Tahereh Mafi, introduces the main character Juliette Ferrars. She is imprisoned for a power beyond her control. No one can touch her without feeling pain. When unexpectedly released, she must navigate a world different from the one before her imprisonment. Some want her for selfish gain and others wish only to help her. It is up to Juliete to decide who to follow and how to use her powers.
Summary: In Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, the third installment of J.K. Rowling's iconic series, Harry returns to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his third year. The story unfolds with the escape of Sirius Black, a dangerous prisoner believed to have betrayed Harry's parents. As Harry grapples with the mysterious connection between Black and his past, he navigates challenges, encounters new characters, and discovers the importance of time in unraveling the truth.
Summary: In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry is unexpectedly entered into the Triwizard Tournament, a dangerous magical competition. As he navigates deadly tasks, he uncovers a dark plot involving Lord Voldemort's return to power. The story explores themes of friendship, courage, and the challenges of growing up in the wizarding world.
Cat's Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut is a satirical novel that explores the absurdity of human pursuits and the destructiveness of technological advancements. The story follows the narrator, John (or Jonah), as he attempts to write a book about the day the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima. His research leads him to the enigmatic Dr. Felix Hoenikker, the inventor of the apocalyptic substance Ice-Nine, which can freeze water instantly.
This heartwarming non-fiction book shows the unlikely pen-pal friendship between Caitlin, a young student from Philadelphia, and Martin, a teenage boy from a struggling family in Zimbabwe. Through their exchanged letters over six years, the two develop a deep bond that reveals their extremely different backgrounds. Caitlin wants to make a difference in the world, while Martin dreams of getting an education and escaping poverty. However, cultural differences, financial difficulties, and distance stand in the way of their bond.
Sitting in his room, Harry Potter encounters an elf who tells Harry about how the future is not going to be good for him. But Harry ignores the warning and goes back to school at Hogwarts. What will happen to Harry? Read Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets to find out!
I love this book. It is a little violent for kids, but it is a really good book for honestly anyone. This book had the perfect amount of fantasy, comedy, and seriousness. I would recommend this book to anyone!
When Holden gets expelled from school, he doesn’t want to tell his parents, because it wasn’t his first time. So, instead, he goes to his hometown and explores on his own. As a 16-year-old Holden jumps around bars and hotels as he thinks he can be independent.
