Reviews written by Kate

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May 04, 2012 (Updated: June 03, 2026)
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4.0
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5.0
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Young Adult Fiction
Gripping story!

This was a quick read, mainly because you just keep turning the pages! It's a unique plot-line: high schoolers are trapped in their school when a blizzard blankets the area. If you are looking for a light, cheery book this is not for you. But if you like a realistic,...

April 28, 2012 (Updated: June 03, 2026)
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4.0
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4.0
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3.0
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5.0
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Young Adult Fiction
Classic...but still great!

I don't know about you but when I hear the word classic to describe a YA book I'm a little weary. I don't want to read a novel written in the 1920s, it'll be weird, how will I ever understand what's happening?! These thoughts flit through my mind but I...

April 28, 2012 (Updated: June 03, 2026)
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4.7
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5.0
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5.0
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4.0
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Young Adult Fiction
Fan of the movie, fan of the book!

I've seen the movie Pay It Forward multiple times so when my english teacher suggested we read the novel for book club I was excited. Although there are some differences between the book and movie (Reuben's ethnicity, Arlene's problem with alcohol, and the heartbreaking final events) I think the...

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