Reviews written by Jen

The history of World War II comes alive in this book. Colorful pictures, timelines, vocabulary, first person accounts and web links offer an interactive element. A lot of history books tend to break WWII up into either the European or The Pacific but this one covers it all. ...

Science is brought to life in this full color interactive book that focuses on disasters like tornadoes, sink holes and tsunamis. It includes internet links for more detailed information, time lines, vocabulary words and even eyewitness accounts. This book is not only entertaining but also makes a fantastic addition...

Lots of entertaining fun for One Direction fans of all ages! You'll learn everything you ever wanted to know about these cheeky boys, including what they look for in a girlfriend, what grosses them out and what they'd be doing if they weren't part of the group. You can...

What I loved: The paranormal element to this story is refreshing and unique and I loved it! The idea that we could have a chance to see two different outcomes before making a choice is something I think most people would like, but as Addie finds out, it doesn't...

What I loved: I really enjoyed this. It's unlike any other mythology inspired book I've read because it takes into account free will in addition to the good and evil that resides in all of us. The detailed world building makes you feel as if you've just stepped into...

I love the complexity of this cover, from the colors, the pictures in those tiny squares, to her face. I don't like Eden. There, I said it. What I loved: I'm a huge fan of dual POV and this one gives us Fia's...

What I liked: It's interesting to read a book that's been translated from another language and this one was originally written in French. A story about a French bank robber is a unique change from the average MG read. It's obvious that Anthony's Dad loves him even if he...

Fun, action-packed adventure kids are sure to enjoy! Law brings a fresh, positive approach to the fantasy world joining other popular series' like Percy Jackson and The Kane Chronicles. Parents can rest assured knowing this good versus evil story is set solidly within the Scriptures and teaches that...

I DEVOURED this book in a matter of hours! What I liked: Speer uses L.A. and the world of celebrities as well as people's obsession with angel worship as the backdrop for this story. (Instead of watching the Oscars, people watch the Commissioning each year...

This is a cute read for any science loving kid! Charlie wants to be a real-life inventor and while he's already gotten started on a few creations, they don't always turn out the way he plans. In fact, they tend to get him in trouble. (Oops!) Through...

Fast-paced, action packed with fantastic kid characters who battle evil while using prayer as their ultimate weapon? Doesn't get much better! Or, as my boys would say, BOO-YAH! This is a winner with kids and parents alike; kids, because the characters are relateable and...

I enjoyed this sequel much more than the first book. What I liked: The writing is really good and I found the characters a little more engaging than in the previous book. Kraven, the snarky demon was my favorite and I would love to read more about...

I haven't read Mansfield Park nor have I read all of the Shakespeare plays these characters perform but that didn't keep me from thoroughly enjoying this book! It's light-hearted, funny and the romance is heart-achingly sweet. What I liked: This story is filled with...

To say this sequel to the electrifying Shatter Me is intense would be an understatement of epic proportions. I was merely a few pages into it when my heart decided to jump out of my chest and take up residence in my throat where it pretty much stayed before...

What I liked: Fast-paced adventure and the unique take on the story of Atlantis. The world building has depth and detail. (I swore I felt sand everywhere as I read and my desire to ever eat another hotdog again was completely cured) Alison is a releatable main character with...