Such a good book! I really enjoyed the story and seeing how the two families lives intersected and overlapped. I also loved the character development Such a good book! I really enjoyed the story and seeing how the two families lives intersected and overlapped. I also loved the character development and how no character was all good or all bad. It did have some scenes I could have done without, but that goes for most adult fiction I pick up these days....more
This book was crazy! Carrie has a sister who is a serial killer and then a different serial killer comes after them. The premise reminded me a bit of This book was crazy! Carrie has a sister who is a serial killer and then a different serial killer comes after them. The premise reminded me a bit of “My Sister the Serial Killer,” but this story was a lot different. I couldn’t put it down, even though I hate long chapters....more
What a fantastic book! I loved Maudie. Although this story was definitely emotional and in some places heartbreaking, I enjoyed seeing the world from What a fantastic book! I loved Maudie. Although this story was definitely emotional and in some places heartbreaking, I enjoyed seeing the world from Maudie’s perspective. This is definitely on my Newbery list....more
I always love Dusti Bowling's books and this was no exception. She did a wonderful job tackling very difficult subjects in a way that middle grade reaI always love Dusti Bowling's books and this was no exception. She did a wonderful job tackling very difficult subjects in a way that middle grade readers will be able to relate and respond to. I'd love to see this receive a Newbery nod....more
This book was, dare I say it, even better than the first. I give it 4.5 stars - just because it had more language than I care to read. But the storyliThis book was, dare I say it, even better than the first. I give it 4.5 stars - just because it had more language than I care to read. But the storyline was great. I love the characters....more
What a fantastic look into the mind of a young girl who discovers she’s on the autism spectrum. I highly recommend all students read this - and teacheWhat a fantastic look into the mind of a young girl who discovers she’s on the autism spectrum. I highly recommend all students read this - and teachers! Another great Newbery contender!...more
Definitely a great thriller! There were some things I didn’t see coming, even though I feel like I should have. It had a little more language than I cDefinitely a great thriller! There were some things I didn’t see coming, even though I feel like I should have. It had a little more language than I care to read but the story was action packed, beginning to end!...more
I LOVE this book. Just looking at the cover makes me happy. The artwork is so beautiful. The Pacific Coast brings so much joy to my life. Reading throI LOVE this book. Just looking at the cover makes me happy. The artwork is so beautiful. The Pacific Coast brings so much joy to my life. Reading through Oregon and Washington just brought so many smiles to my face - and it gave me new places to visit that I’ve missed! I also want to drive the California stretch, if I ever get the chance. Same for Vancouver Island! I know I’ll be reading this one over and over again - even if just to look at the illustrations!...more
