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Book Reviews
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Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan reviewed by Daniel
I chose to review this book, the first in the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan, as my favourite genre is fantasy. I am also very interested in Greek Mythology...
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Heidi by Johanna Spyri, reviewed by Bronagh
This book is about a little girl called Heidi, Heidi is a nice kid who loves exploring and being free. She brings...
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Michael Rosen's A to Z - The Best Children's Poetry from Agard to Zephaniah, reviewed by Beth
Another reason why I enjoyed this book was because it included many poets that I had heard of, including Adisa, who as part of an Arts week at school my whole year went to see. He is a great poet...
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Fantastic 4 - World's Greatest by Millar and Hitch reviewed by Alex
Looking for a fantastic read? Then look no further! With incredible art and a gripping story, not to mention vivid characters, Fantastic Four: World's Greatest is indeed fantastic...
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Mates, Dates and Flirting by Cathy Hopkins reviewed by Izzy
Ever seen the boy you like talking to other girls? This is the perfect book to read. As a huge Cathy Hopkins fan I am delighted to say that this book "Mates, Dates and Flirting" does not disappoint one bit.....
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Fantastic Mr Fox by Roald Dahl, reviewed by Hannah
The book is about the cunning Mr Fox and how he steals from the 3 nastiest farmers around in order to feed his family. Mr Fox has been doing this for years without....
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Danny, the Champion of the World plays for Children by Roald Dahl, adapted by David Wood, reviewed by Inayat
I chose to review this book from the BBC student life website is because I like reading stories that relate to happiness and joy, I also like reading books that relate to children particularly at my age group....
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New Moon by Stephanie Meyer, reviewed by Priya
This book is packed with adventure, suspense and romance, this book is hard to put down once you start reading, and is a book that you will always remember....
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The Mersey Sound - Adrian Henri, Roger McGough, Brian Patten, reviewed by Ella
I picked up this book intending to take a quick flick through and write the review before the deadline. However,...
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Marked by P.C and Kristin Cast, reviewed by Miranda
I found Marked an easy book to read, as in, it did flow and was easy to follow, but, I could find faults with it. I was expecting...
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Kiki Strike - The Empress's Tomb by Kirsten Miller, reviewed by Bronagh
The Empress Tomb opens up a whole new world that you would never have thought existed, it's full of excitement, mischief, twists and turns. The book is very...
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Brisingr by Christopher Paolini, reviewed by Simona
Brisingr is an amazing achievement. Brisingr takes you on a journey with Eragon...
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The Story of Cirrus Flux by Matthew Skelton, reviewed by Eric
I found myself not wanting to read it too quickly as I was enjoying it so much!....
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