If WE survive....

If WE survive By Andrew Klavan

Overview

Young adult

Genre- Thriller, Mystery, and action-adventure

They came on a mission of mercy, but now they’re in a fight for their lives.

High schooler, Will Peterson and three friends journeyed to Central America to help rebuild a school. In a poor, secluded mountain village, they won the hearts of the local people with their energy and kindness.

But in one sudden moment, everything went horribly wrong. A revolution swept the country. Now, guns and terror are everywhere—and Americans are being targeted as the first to die.

Will and his friends have got to get out fast. But streets full of killers . . . hills patrolled by armies . . . and a jungle rife with danger stand between them and the border. Their one hope of escape lies with a veteran warrior who has lost his faith and may betray them at any moment. Their one dream is to reach freedom and safety and home.

This was a thrilling book that kept me at the edge of my comfortable chair by the warm fire. (I wish) This book is what got my through my sisters relentless talking. Did i mention its a good book? Hehe. 

 But if your looking for romance, don't bother. There's only one kiss throughout the whole book and its at the very end. Romance=0

action=10

thrilling=10

Great writing=seven

 

overall points= 20 so that would be nine out of nine starz. Like i said, "I like my books, and I like them to be good." Just like food and boys. 

Yet AGAIN! A good book by Andrew Klavan! I applaud you, good sir. 

Death and the Girl Next Door

Death and the girl next door

By Darynda Jones

Young dult

Genre- Fantasy

Five Starz

Darynda Jones, author of The New York Times bestselling series that began with First Grave on the Right, brings us Death and the Girl Next Door, a thrilling Young Adult novel garnering high praise and early buzz from major authors

Ten years ago, Lorelei's parents disappeared without a trace.  Raised by her grandparents and leaning on the support of her best friends, Lorelei is finally beginning to accept the fact that her parents are never coming home.  For Lorelei, life goes on.

High school is not quite as painful as she thinks it will be, and things are as normal as they can be.  Until the day the school's designated loner, Cameron Lusk, begins to stalk her, turning up where she least expects it,  standing outside her house in the dark, night after night.  Things get even more complicated when a new guy—terrifying, tough, sexy Jared Kovach—comes to school.  Cameron and Jared instantly despise each other and Lorelei seems to be the reason for their animosity.  What does Jared know about her parents?  Why does Cameron tell Jared he can't have Lorelei?  And what will any of them do when Death comes knocking for real?

I loved this book! It wasn't easily written but it was OK enough that i breezed through it, turned my head, and the book ended. I'm like, "Wait! WHAT?!" I wanted it to go on....
Good thing there's a number 2! (You know what i mean. Not that number2..." Jeez guys. 
I hope you guys like this book as much as i do, because it was just really...wowwowwow. And I have a pretty high wow factor.

 

Skullduggery Pleasant

By Derek Landly
Young Adult
Genre- Comedy, action, adventure, mystery

"Hello Mr. Pleasant, it is ever so nice to meet you." While a clad figure in a brown tux, shiny black shoes, a hat, scarf and sunglasses cover every inch of his bod. 

Overview

Meet Skulduggery Pleasant

Ace Detective Snappy Dresser Razor–tongued Wit Crackerjack Sorcerer and Walking, Talking,
Fire-throwing Skeleton

—as well as ally, protector, and mentor of Stephanie Edgley, a very unusual and darkly talented twelve-year-old.

These two alone must defeat an all-consuming ancient evil.

The end of the world?

Over his dead body.

This is one of the most humorous, funny, comical, and witty books I have read. I would read this whole series except that I cant. Why? Because these books don't come in my part of the... lets say, 'neck of the woods.' These books are made in Ireland -or is it England?- and I don't liver there. Or anywhere. 

Anyway.... this book should be for all ages! I five this book ten starz! 

Battle of book series

Song of the Lioness Vs. Beka Cooper Vs. Tricksters choice

Which will you chose? ( all by Tamora Pierce) 

OK i will give you a summary of each series, tell you if i like it, and at the end chose which was the better series. (If there ever is one.) 

 

Overview

"From now on I'm Alan of Trebond, the younger twin. I'll be a knight."
In a time when girls are forbidden to be warriors, Alanna of Trebond wants nothing more than to be knight of the realm of Tortall. So she finds a way to switch places with her brother, Thom. Disguised as a boy, Alanna begins her training as a page at the palace of King Roald. The road to knighthood, as she discovers, is not an easy one. Alanna must master weapons, combat, magic -- and also polite behavior, her temper, and even her own heart. With stubbornness, skill, and daring, she wins the admiration of all around her, and the friendship of Prince Jonathan of Tortall himself. But she also makes an enemy of the prince's uncle, the powerful and charming Duke Roger...

 

Overview

Beka Cooper's journals describe her training, promotion, and success as a policewoman (dog) in Tortall. From the back alleys of Corus, to the sewers of Port Caynn, to the backwoods of the north country, Beka will not let her quarry escape.

 Overview

Tamora Pierce brings readers another Tortall adventure! Alianne is the teenage daughter of the famed Alanna, the first lady knight in Tortall. Young Aly follows in the quieter footsteps of her father, however, delighting in the art of spying. When she is captured and sold as a slave to an exiled royal family in the faraway Copper Islands, it is this skill that makes a difference in a world filled with political intrigue, murderous conspiracy, and warring gods. This is the first of two books featuring Alianne.

So Keep in mind that Tamora is a good writer. I just judge my books harshly, like i judge men. So it all good. :D 

In each series there are three books. (I think...:p) In Alanna (song of the lioness) it was an amazing book, a page turner, and always kept you guessing around every corner. A Five starz! Although her relationships kept ticking me off.... i still loved it! This woman can not make up her mind...

Then there is Beka Cooper. A different story. The first two books were a blast! The third book? Not so much. I didn't even get to chapter fifteen and i stopped. (there are short chapters) The third book was just not needed. It was like it could have been a book on its own. It ruined the whole series for me. Sigh... Although i would go back and re-read the first two, they are just so fun!

Next is the famous Tricksters choice. I kept reading through it until i finally got to the end. This book... really just held no appeal to me. I trudged through the book like i was trudging through thigh high mud. There was so much going on, a relationship she shouldn't have, and just too much! I know there are two other books but... i don't think im going to read it. Just too... overwhelming. 

So can you guess which one i might chose?
Song of the Lioness series. (Alanna) Although i did find it cool that all these books were connected by the city of tortall and that Alliane in tricksters choice is Alanna's daughter. Pretty cool.

A Book Of Plots and Structure

Plot and Structure (write great fiction)

By James Scott Bell

three out of five starz ***

 This book was quite something... a good something. But a something nothingness. I was impressed with the writing, the key points in the story and how it all helped. A lot. It gives you quite an insight in the story and Of a story. I would but this book and read it again.  

   

Craft an Engaging Plot (summary from Amazon)

How does plot influence story structure? What's the difference between plotting for commercial and literary fiction? How do you revise a plot or structure that's gone off course?
With Write Great Fiction: Plot & Structure, you'll discover the answers to these questions and more. Award-winning author James Scott Bell offers clear, concise information that will help you create a believable and memorable plot, including:

• Techniques for crafting strong beginnings, middles, and ends
• Easy-to-understand plotting diagrams and charts
• Brainstorming techniques for original plot ideas
• Thought-provoking exercises at the end of each chapter
• Story structure models and methods for all genres
• Tips and tools for correcting common plot problem