a wonderful story about adventure and inventions. one man's story about traveling about with unconventional means. an amazing and fun reada wonderful story about adventure and inventions. one man's story about traveling about with unconventional means. an amazing and fun read...more
I didn't realize this was a series. I guess I'm backwards. Bright colorful story board pics. Very planet of the apes meets Sherlock Holmes meets JamesI didn't realize this was a series. I guess I'm backwards. Bright colorful story board pics. Very planet of the apes meets Sherlock Holmes meets James Bond. Action packed, political and mysterious. An okay read, maybe I'd be more into it if I had read the three series prior to this one. ...more
How could you now like or love a book that somehow makes a squirrel a super hero and young cynic, whose favorite line is, "Do not hope, instead, obserHow could you now like or love a book that somehow makes a squirrel a super hero and young cynic, whose favorite line is, "Do not hope, instead, observe," best of partners and friends. Both in search of something that will fill them, whether it be food or love. Using words like malfeasance, treacle and capacious, yes I will admit that I looked them up to make sure I truly understood their meaning. There is so much to this book that I don't think just one read through does it justice. As quirky as it all sounds it is worth two, three, hell just buy it because it is more than a Newbery winner. Instead of saying goodbye to this book I'll just say I promise to always look back to you....more
I know this won the Newbery award and the history is great but it seemed to drag and drag. It seemed to be a challenge to finish but finish I did. MayI know this won the Newbery award and the history is great but it seemed to drag and drag. It seemed to be a challenge to finish but finish I did. Maybe more enjoyable if it was a shorter tale or maybe it was just the time period that it was written. ...more
An inspiring story of a stray dog adopted by the post office of Albany, New York. Whom became a world traveler with the help of post offices and peoplAn inspiring story of a stray dog adopted by the post office of Albany, New York. Whom became a world traveler with the help of post offices and people from all around the world. A most enjoyable read for pet lovers....more
This book was soo good I can't even begin to give a good review so I thought a rant may be suffice. I know this won the Newbery Award and all but I maThis book was soo good I can't even begin to give a good review so I thought a rant may be suffice. I know this won the Newbery Award and all but I may have over looked it if I didn't have a daughter. Sometimes as she plays quietly I search around for books for her and of course myself. I came around this gem. It takes a couple chapters for the coal dust to fall off but once it does this diamond shines soo bright. What other items are these kiddies hiding in their section? This is the reason we all read. For pleasure, for fun, for great books. I say we take back our rights as readers and cross that moat. With child or not be not afraid. Chant with me "readers united can never be defeated," repeat as need for the amount of courage you need, but do so inside your head. Remember you are in a library so inside voice or inside inside voice your goal is the good books they have over there not banishment from your favorite library. Don't just stop at the Newbery section there are some very good picture books also. Watch your step there are little ones about but they are easy to push aside...more
In similar vein as Animal Farm with the personification minus the political aspects to a point. What will happen when new folks are coming to an abandIn similar vein as Animal Farm with the personification minus the political aspects to a point. What will happen when new folks are coming to an abandoned farm. Will they be nice or mean? Will they are farm or be careless and let weeds grow? Do they have dogs that will hunt or cats? Poison/ traps or guns? These are questions the surrounding animals are asking in this book. What if it's not the folks they need to worry about. What if it is one of them within the group? Thought provoking good story. Newbery awarded....more
Post apocalyptic novel. Where some secrets are better left that way. A little predictable in parts and the ending felt a little rushed but it does tiePost apocalyptic novel. Where some secrets are better left that way. A little predictable in parts and the ending felt a little rushed but it does tie everything together. A very good debut book by Lepucki, someone you should pay attention to in the future. All in all worth a read...more
This book may be a little out of date but I still enjoyed it. It's about growing up and find the true meaning of life, NYC and a Cat that may lead youThis book may be a little out of date but I still enjoyed it. It's about growing up and find the true meaning of life, NYC and a Cat that may lead you astray or on the right path. Maybe a higher rating if I grew up in New York as there is a lot of nostalgia of the area and it's time period. Still worth a read no matter your location...more
This could be a sociological book about anywhere, USA. It is insightful look about people just being human and living life, heading toward a bizarre sThis could be a sociological book about anywhere, USA. It is insightful look about people just being human and living life, heading toward a bizarre storm that will take one or more of their lives. Enjoyable, mundane and exciting all at once. A good read...more
These short stories are good, very, very good. They speak volumes even the shortest of the short ones. There is something for everyone here. Can't misThese short stories are good, very, very good. They speak volumes even the shortest of the short ones. There is something for everyone here. Can't miss with these....more
The thing about King and his writing is the reality of some of his stories. That's the horror. These stories could be easily trueThe thing about King and his writing is the reality of some of his stories. That's the horror. These stories could be easily true...more
This book is about a 13 year old in the 1930's. Living under the roof of "the widow," he is told to leave for he is one mouth too many to feed. HoppinThis book is about a 13 year old in the 1930's. Living under the roof of "the widow," he is told to leave for he is one mouth too many to feed. Hopping the train in search of his dad, a hobo. He has a time of it when befriended by Elijah. The first colored he had ever seen. After hearing the story Elijah takes him under his wing, so to say. In such a short graphic novel you learn much about people who ride the rails. While reading I was thinking of Lonesome whistle by Hank Sr. and On the Road. Amazing, bold ink drawings and a good story....more
A brutal truth look at growing up in the south. Where if you are a Boatwright you are a cuss word spoken by God himself. White Trash personified. "BonA brutal truth look at growing up in the south. Where if you are a Boatwright you are a cuss word spoken by God himself. White Trash personified. "Bone" Ruth Anne is a Boatwright and a bastard. A harrowing tale that reads like a biography. Each page is alive in your fingertips. You feel the dirt under your nails, the drink is in your blood, the blows that leave bruises and scars beyond skin deep. An amazing first novel by Allison. One you won't forget!! ...more
In the vein of the giving tree. The telling of the sacrifice of each animal for Buddha. Save for the cat whom is having said refused Buddha a stay truIn the vein of the giving tree. The telling of the sacrifice of each animal for Buddha. Save for the cat whom is having said refused Buddha a stay true to themselves. When a starving artist paints the dying days of Buddha and the tale of each, he goes against the tradition and paints a cat. Having thought he did wrong until there is a change and true compassion presents itself. A story all should read. Poetic and beautiful....more