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Showing posts with label mystery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mystery. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Keeper Of The Lost Cities - Lucas C.

 Q Book Review

Name of Reviewer:  Lucas C.

Title of Book:  Keeper Of The Lost Cities

Author of Book:  Shannon Messenger

# of pages:  512

# AR points:  14                                   RL: 4.5

https://www.amazon.com/Keeper-Lost-Cities-Shannon-Messenger/dp/1442445947/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=keepers+of+the+lost+cities+1&qid=1621009207&sr=8-1


Keeper Of The Lost Cities is a great action-packed and adventurous book.  I liked the book because it has action, adventure, mystery, and every chapter ends in a great cliff hanger.  If I were the author, I would change (SPOILER ALERT!!!) the part of the book that Dex doesn’t like to be a technopath (a special ability that makes you really good with technology).  If I was Dex, a character in the book, I would solve the problem that I didn’t like being a technopath by overcoming my fear and telling everyone.  If I could pick ONE JUICY WORD to describe the book, it would be extraordinary because the characters have such exciting lives.  Even though it looks long, You will not be able to put the book down.  If you like action, adventure, and mystery, you should definitely read Keeper Of The Lost Cities.


Treasure Hunters book review- By Nico B

 Q Book Review

Name of Reviewer:  Nico B.

Title of Book:   Treasure Hunters (Book #1)

Author of Book:  James Patterson

Illustrator of Book: Juliana Neufeld

# of pages: 451

# AR points: 6.0                               RL: 4.6

Book is found in Miss Q’s Library 

https://www.amazon.com/Treasure-Hunters-James-Patterson/dp/0316207578/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2A99U4OO5X2XT&dchild=1&keywords=treasure+hunters+book+1&qid=1621014325&sprefix=treasure+hunters%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-1  

         The Treasure Hunters  is a book with mystery, action, and humor! I liked the book because it was full of cliffhangers, and it took me into this world where anything is possible. If I were the author, I would change when the big storm caused the Lost (the ship) to fill with water because the Lost would get damaged. If I were a character in the book, I would have solved the problem by giving the location of the bad guy to the CIA so they could arrest the bad guy. If I could pick one JUICY WORD to describe the book, the word would be adventurous because the book is full of adventure and action. If you like mystery, action, adventure, and humor, I personally advise you to stop what you are doing and read TREASURE HUNTERS!


The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Oliver T.

 Q Book Review

Name of Reviewer:  Oliver T.

Title of Book:  The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Author of Book:  Brian Selznick

Illustrator of Book:  Brian Selznick

# of pages:  533

# AR points:  4       RL:  5.1

Book is found in Miss Q’s Library 

https://www.amazon.com/Invention-Hugo-Cabret-Brian-Selznick/dp/0439813786/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CDGI2C3C8KD0&dchild=1&keywords=hugo+cabret&qid=1621009620&sprefix=hugo+ca%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-1


The Invention of Hugo Cabret is both mysterious and adventurous.  I loved Hugo Cabret because it includes detailed illustrations that are drawn realistically, and it gives the reader the feeling of suspense and exhilaration every time you see Hugo narrowly escaping danger.  If I were the author, I would change the part where Hugo’s father dies in the museum because it’s just too devastating.  If I were Hugo, I would have solved my father’s death by going around town and asking everyone if they knew my father and see if they gave me any clues.  One juicy word to describe the book would be THRILLING because there is always tension, suspense, and excitement in what’s going to happen in the next page.  The Invention of Hugo Cabret is by far the most brilliant book ever written without question in which you could reach enlightenment for the abundant and rich experience reading it.  So, that’s why I would highly recommend reading The invention of Hugo Cabret.


Big Game by Aiden L.

 Q Book Review

Name of Reviewer: Aiden L.

Title of Book: Big Game

Author of Book: Stuart Gibbs

# of pages: 339

# AR points: 11                                RL: 5.1

Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

https://www.amazon.com/Big-Game-FunJungle-Stuart-Gibbs/dp/1481423347/ref=sr_1_1?crid=10CCV1PL5J525&dchild=1&keywords=big+game+by+stuart+gibbs&qid=1621260974&sprefix=big+game+by+%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1


Big Game is an awesome book and a big deal. I like the book because it’s full of suspense, action, and twists to the plot. If I could change something about the book, it would be that Chief Hoeneker was only a little mad when Teddy joined the investigation because it led to some dumb hatred between them. If I was a character in the book, I would be Teddy and I would have solved the problem by finding out who was helping the “poacher” trying to get the rhino horns. If I could pick one juicy word to describe Big Game, it would be suspense because the book keeps you on the edge of your seat all the way through. Big Game was definitely an amazing book, and I hope you will read it too!

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Stefano's Book Review on The Marvels:


Blog Book Review
Name of Reviewer: Stefano Kruger. 
Title of Book: The Marvels.
Author of Book: Brian Selznick.
Illustrator of Book: Brian Selznick.
# of pages: 603.
# AR points: 6.0                           RL: 4.6
The Marvels is a mysterious, plot twisting, and shocking book all at the same time. From the heartbreaking shipwreck of 1766 to the burning of the Royal Theater in 1900, this book, no matter what genre you’re into, is the book for you. I would say the book is a very unique book, but every book has something to correct, even the Lord of the Rings. Brian Selznick has a passion for using big words, and that’s not bad. The problem is that he uses words that some people don’t understand. Words like rubbish, and plaque are very unfamiliar to other people. But overall, the book is really amazing. If I were Brian Selznick, I would change the part where Joseph runs away from St. Anthony’s because in my opinion, it’s a pretty stupid idea to run away from your school just because you want to find your best friend, Blink, who left the school. I would certainly not do that! If I were Joseph in the Marvels, I would solve the mystery of the Marvels family similar to how Joseph did, but I would solve it in a less adventurous way, because I find stealing the tapes, and going all the way to the way to the Royal Theater just tiring. What I would do is I would slowly make uncle Albert gain my trust, and then I would ask him all about the Marvels. What Joseph did in the book was he annoyed uncle Albert to the point that uncle Albert just didn’t trust Joseph. If I could pick one juicy word to describe the Marvels, it would be page-turning. Brian Selznick has this ability to always make the reader turn the page. I have only read the Marvels, but I know I’ll be reading The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonder Struck very soon! So whatever book you’re going to read next, I just hope you consider reading The Marvels. Trust me, you won’t regret it!

The Ersatz Elevator Book Review By Ana Sofia

Name of Reviewer:  Ana Sofia

Title of Book:  The Ersatz Elevator

Author of Book:  Lemony Snicket

Illustrator of Book:  Brett Helquist

Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

# of pages:  259
# AR points:  7.0                                         RL:  6.6

In the book The Ersatz Elevator the Baudelaire children have been chased by misfortune most of their lives will their stay at the Squalors apartment change their long streak of misfortune.  Read the book The Ersatz Elevator to find out.  I loved the book The Ersatz Elevator because I find interesting the murder and mystery in this book.  If I was the author, I would change the part where they try to save their friends but try too late.  If I was Violet, I would hurry up with my invention to save my friend.  If I could pick one word to describe this book, it would be mysterious because you never know what can happen.  I recommend this book to people who love murder and mystery. I loved The Ersatz Elevator, and I hope you will as well.


Spy School by Ruben


Blog Book Review
Name of Reviewer: Ruben
Title of Book: Spy School
Author of Book: Stuart Gibbs
# of pages: 290
# AR points: 9                        RL: 5.3
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

Spy School is an exciting and mysterious book about a  kid name Ben Ripley who went to a spy school to use his intelligence as a spy.  Ben is always on the run from an evil organization.  I loved this book because there are so many questions to be answered and there are so many plot twists.  If I was Stuart Gibbs, l would change who the mole was in the book because it makes Spy School a little confusing when you find out who is the mole.  If l was one character in the book, l would be Ben and l would have solved my problems by trying not to be friends with anybody.
If l could pick one juicy word to describe this book it would be SURPRISING  because there are a lot of plot twists in this book.  Spy School is perfect for whoever loves mystery’s and exciting adventure’s.

Timmy Failure Mistakes Were made by Jorge


Blog Book Review
Name of Reviewer: Jorge
Title of Book: Timmy Failure Mistakes Were Made
Author of Book: Stephan Pastis
Ilistrater of book: Stephan Pastis
# of pages: 294
# AR points: 3                                    RL:3.8
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

Timmy Failure Mistakes Were Made is an amazing book about a kid named Timmy Failuer and He is a detective.  His conpany name is named Total failuer.  His pet is a polar bear named total.  I loved the book so much.  I loved it because it was really funny in the events between Total and Timmy, and kind of scary for Timmy sometimes and I love those type of things.  If I was the author I would change Total so he wasn’t a polar bear,  not because he isn’t good in the story, but if he was a grizzly bear, there might have been a little more action in the book. If I was Timmy, I would solve the problem of losing Total by studying harder than ever and taking a break on detective work.  One juicy word to describe this book would be AMAZING because this book is full of action  Timmy Failure Mistakes Were Made is full of every thing you would ever want including really funny, little bit of drama, and it is a great book.
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Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Max's book review on Poached


Poached

Name of Reviewer: Max
Title of Book: Poached
Author of Book: Stuart Gibbs
# of pages:
# AR points: 11                        RL: 5.2
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library


Poached is a book about twelve-year-old Teddy Fitzroy being the main suspect when Fun Jungle's newly acquired koala goes missing: thanks to a prank staged by middle-school bully: Vance Jessup. The reason why I liked this book so much is because it is part of The Fun Jungle series and because it includes so much action and mystery. If I were Stuart Gibbs, I would change the part were Vance Jessup was a bully because then Teddy would not have to go through a truck-load of troble. If I were Teddy in this book, I would just said no when Vance forced me into placing fake body parts in the shark tank to scare the visitors. Even though Vance would have broken my arm, it would be worth  the pain. If I could pick ONE JUICY WORD to describe the book, it would be OUTSTANDING because everything is flawless… I mean the mystery, the blaming and the fake body parts! My final remarks about Poached is that this is a fabulous book; but DO NOT read this book, if you have not read the first Fun Jungle book: Belly Up!

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Camila's review on Pie


Name of Reviewer: Camila
Title of Book: Pie
Author of Book: Sarah Weeks
 of pages:180
 AR points: 5.0                                                RL: 5.6
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library
Pie is about a girl called Alice and her aunt’s famous pie crust recipe  that was left  to her cat. It is personally my favorite book that I have read so far because it has you guessing and making you want to read more to see what happens next. If I had to change one part of the book it would be went the aunt dies because I feel sympathy for Alice. If I was one of the characters in the book, I would just make as good as pie crust as Alice’s  aunt . If I had to chose one JUICY word it would be mysterious,  because  it has so many adventures in the book and so many mysteries.  If you are into reading, adventures, and baking then Pie is for you .



Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Q Book Review - Neil Flambé


Name of Reviewer: Tomas
Title of Book: Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders
Author of Book:  Kevin Sylvester
# of pages: 278
# AR points: 9                                    RL: 4.9
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library
https://www.amazon.com/Flamb%C3%A9-Marco-Murders-Flambe-Capers/dp/1442446056/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543848222&sr=8-1&keywords=neil+flambe+and+the+marco+polo+murders
     Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders is one of the best books I have ever read. It includes humor, mysteries, and more! I loved the book because it has great cliff-hangers and it is really funny. I would have changed the part where he went to check out the crime scenes, because if he looked around more, he would have found out some important clues. If I was Neil Flambé, I would’ve interviewed the people that I was suspicious about, like Angels friend. If I could pick one juice word to describe the book, I would choose exciting because the book is filled with cliff hangers and excitement! I loved the book Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders; I hope more people read it!


Thursday, December 13, 2018

Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders - Tomas


Name of Reviewer: Tomas

Title of Book: Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders

Author of Book:  Kevin Sylvester

# of pages: 278

# AR points: 9                                    RL: 4.9

Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

https://www.amazon.com/Flamb%C3%A9-Marco-Murders-Flambe-Capers/dp/1442446056/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543848222&sr=8-1&keywords=neil+flambe+and+the+marco+polo+murders
     Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders is one of the best books I have ever read. It includes humor, mysteries, and more! I loved the book because it has great cliff-hangers and it is really funny. I would have changed the part where he went to check out the crime scenes, because if he looked around more, he would have found out some important clues. If I was Neil Flambé, I would’ve interviewed the people that I was suspicious about. If I could pick one juice word to describe the book, I would choose exciting because the book is filled with cliff hangers and excitement! I loved the book Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders; I hope more people read it!


Tuesday, May 29, 2018

Sienna's book review on Arf



Name of Reviewer: Sienna
Title of Book: Arf
Author of Book: Spencer Quinn
# of pages: 293
# AR points: 8 points             RL: 4.1
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

            Arf  is a great book with twists and turns and also many mysteries which is one of my favorite things about the book Arf is my all time favorite book because you think that there won’t be a happy ending but it ends up great. I liked the book because it had many different things that were all somehow related and things happen that you think could never happen. One part I would change is when Birdie had to lie to her mother so she could keep safe because it’s bad to lie to your mother and because she felt very bad about it. I would have solved the problem by kicking the bad guy and running away with Bowser. One JUICY word I would use to describe Arf is outstanding because so many different things happen that are solved in such great ways. The last thing I want to say about Arf is that I think this book is good for anyone, but I would mainly recommend this book to people who like dogs, mystery, and adventure.

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Panda-Monium


                                                                              
Name of Reviewer: Massimo
Title of Book: Panda-Monium
Author of Book: Stuart Gibbs
# of pages:     352
# AR points:    11.0                               RL: 5.5
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

Panda-Monium is about a Panda named Li Ping who is stolen from a trailer coming to FunJungle and Teddy Fitzroy must crack the case and find the very expensive panda. I liked Panda-Monium because it had mystery and you never want to stop reading it. I wouldn’t change anything because it is an amazing book. If I was a character in Panda-Monium, I would not have been able to solve the problem because the robbers did an amazing job. One juicy word that describes the book is unpredictable because you can’t predict anything. I recommend Panda-Monium to anyone who likes mystery because this book has a lot of mystery.

This Journal Belong to Ratchet book blog by Mia Sullivan


Name of Reviewer: Mia

Title of Book: This Journal Belongs to Ratchet

Author of Book: Nancy J. Cavanaugh

# of pages: 320

# AR points: 6.0                                 RL: 5.3

Book is found in Miss Q’s Library


This Journal Belongs to Ratchet is an outstanding book for all ages. It is about a girl named Ratchet who’s dad is very unusual. Also, her mom passed away but there is more to the story that she wants to find out about. I loved this book because Ratchet never gave up on anything or anyone. If I were the author I would change absolutely nothing because she made it so interesting and I did not want to stop reading. If I was Ratchet, I would have solved the problem how she did because it was the right thing for her to do. If I could pick one juicy word to describe the book, it would be interesting because the book never stops getting good. I recommend This Journal Belongs to Ratchet to anyone who likes mystery and fascinating books.





The Reptile Room

Name of Reviewer: Nate
Title of Book: The Reptile Room
Author of Book: Lemony Snicket
# of pages: 190
# AR points: 5.0                                  RL: 6.3
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library  
The Reptile Room from the book series of A Series Of Unfortunate Events is a very mysterious and peculiar book.  I really liked the book because it has a lot of funny and mysterious things happening all the time.  If I were the author, I would change the part where Dr. Montgomery dies because he could help the kids figure out all the other mysteries in the book.  If I were a character in the book, I would have solved the problem by putting cameras all over the house.  If I hade to choose a JUICY WORD to describe this book, it would be perplexing because the book is very complicated and everything’s happening at one time.  I would recommend The Reptile Room to anyone who likes murder and mystery.

Loot book review by Carlos


Title of Book: Loot
Author of Book: Jude Watson
# of pages: 272
# AR points: 8.0                                 RL: 4.2
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

If you like thievery, mystery, and adventure  Loot is a must read for you.  I liked Loot because there was always something going on, either they were discussing an important matter, they were stealing a jewel, or talking to one of their many uncles. I would change nothing because the book had everything written the way I like it. I would have done the same thing March did because the idea he had worked. I would pick the word cursed because every time something awful happens it because of a curse.  So if you haven’t read Loot, go home to your parents and beg them to buy Loot.





Jack S's Book Blog Review on The Reptile Room


Name of Reviewer: Jack S
Title of Book: A Series of Unfortunate Events The Reptile Room
Author of Book: Lemony Snicket
# of pages: 190
# AR points: 5                                    RL: 6.3
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

              Do you want to know about The Reptile Room?  Well, let me tell you about it.  The Reptile Room is about these orphans called the Baudelaire orphans who lost their parents and had to move with Count Olaf.  I did not like the book; I loved it so much because it was stupidly funny and scary fun.  I would change that the Baudelaire orphans find a way to save someone they love and stick with Uncle Monty a lot more.  One amazing JUCIY word that I would choose is unforeseen because lots of things happen out of the blue.  After all the things I said, I really recommend The Reptile Room to anyone who loves mystery and spooky stuff.  (There is a Netflix show of this series.)


Mr. Lemoncello’s Great Library Race (book 3)


Name of Reviewer: Joaquin
Title of Book: Mr. Lemoncello’s Great Library Race (book 3)
Author of Book: Chris Grabenstein
# of pages: 288
# AR points: 7.0                                             RL: 5.3
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library
      
       In  Mr. Lemoncello’s Great Library Race Kyle is trying to win the library race but the devious Krinkle brother’s try to make Mr. Lemoncello look like a fraud by placing a fake board game in his library and it’s up to Kyle and his friends to stop the Krinkle brother’s and to win the race. I loved the book because it was full of mystery, action, adventure, and a lot of puzzles; it was the kind of book that kept me up all night reading because it was so exciting and fun. I wouldn’t change anything because it was perfect and it makes you imagine what the character can see and where they are. I would find the problem earlier so I could think of a plan to stop the Krinkle brother’s before they succeed. The juicy word I would pick would be exhilarating because it was really exciting and fun. Mr. Lemoncello’s Great Library Race is a great book to read because it will never make you bored and it will keep you excited. I recommend you read this book but first read Escape From Mr.lemoncellos Library and Mr.lemoncellos Library Olympics.

The Wild Robot Escapes



Name of Reviewer: Jack Z
Title of Book: The Wild Robot Escapes (the second book of the series)
Author of Book: Peter Brown
# of pages: 271
# AR points: 5.0                                             RL:  5.1
Book is found in Miss Q’s Library

The Wild Robot Escapes is an amazing book about hope, family, sadness, joy, adventure,           trust, and friendship.  I loved this book because the characters have so many emotions, and out of all of the books that I have read, this one is the best. I would change nothing about the book because it is perfect just the way it is.  If I were a character in the book, I would have solved the problem the exact same way.   One word I would pick to describe the book is breath-taking because if you have read the book you would know why.  You should really read The Wild Robot Escapes because of all the adventure and mystery in it.