Reviews written by Al Stone

I was very much looking forward to this book and I'm glad I read it. I fell in love with Patch (as I'm sure everyone has) and Nora. Their chesmistry was off the charts. It was an addictive read. This was one of my first YA book involving the theme...

Well, this was quite a surprise. I don't believe the other books had this effect on me while I was reading them. The opening few chapters didn't grab me right away and there were some grammatical errors that were a little off-putting at times, but they didn't turn me off....

This book had its high points and low points. I was a little disappointed as it wasn't as gripping as I was hoping it would be. I found it dragging in places with far too much telling and not enough showing. I didn't get to connect with the characters as...

So far, this book is certainly not living up to the hype. It's a great story concept, but the execution is a little disappointing, to say the least. I was slightly annoyed with Katnis from time to time with her complaints about two boys being in love with her. Pick...

This was a good read. I must say, it took me a while to get into it as I felt the preparation for the actual Hunger Games took up most of the book and slowed the pace a bit. The characters were well crafted, and I especially liked the budding...

I was a little disappointed, to say the least. I bought this book based on a review I read and it sounded right up my street. Little did I know it was two streets away from mine, so it took me a while to journey through it. ...

A moving story. Deals with death and growing up. It was a page turner.

A classic tale with magic and adventure. A must read.

This was an enjoyable read. I couldn't put it down. What a page turner. I've always loved Beauty and the Beast and must say this is my favourite retelling of the tale. Great characters. The only reason I didn't give it a five was because the ending got a little...

This book was amazing. The character of Adrain Mole - brillaint name - was so likeable and authentic. So many laugh-out-loud moments. A must read for anyone who wants to feel like a child again.

Who doesn't love Peter Pan? This was my favourite book as a child and still one of my favourites today. This is a book full of soul and adventure. Once you hop on board you won't want to get off until you're done. You'll feel like a child again.. It's...

Any teenage girl, or boy, would be able to relate to Georgia. Some may not go about things the way she has, but I tell you, what an exciting life she leads. She would be a great friend to have. I've seen the movie, and it was just as brilliant...

I fell in love with this book. It's what made me become a fan of Neil Gaiman. Anyone who can create a character called Nobody Owens is a genius. It was a brilliant read. A heartbreakin, moving tale with a sad yet hopeful end.

I've read a few of Roald Dahl's book and have to say this is one of his best ones. It was simply magical. Loved the chracters. James was so likeable that I wanted to adopt him myself. This is a great book to read if you want to escape your...

I loved this book. The relationship between Sephy and Callum was so believable and sexy. I went out and grabbed the other books in the series right after finishing this one. It's a must read.