Rachel
This book was a return to form for me. I loved Koontz's earlier works. (Lightning and Watchers being my favorite.) I know the world has been enthralled with the Odd Thomas series, which I just could not love as much as I did the previously mentioned two. I wish Koontz would have written more Christopher Snow books. Tangent aside, I really enjoyed Relentless. The dialogue and characterization got me hooked just like they did in my favorite Koontz stories.
DOOM!
Awkward, especially for a religious group's book club. Almost felt like a romance novel that tried to push the limits of decency.
Great story!
I remember reading these books with my grandparents. It still stands up, and I just got to read it to my three nephews!
Honestly, anyone who works with teachers should read this book. There are so many practical strategies for communicating with in-service teachers. So glad I have this in my brain now!
A fun romp with sky pirates as well as some hard hitting truths about discarding the “should haves” in your life.
There are so many things that are relevant in this book for anyone who works with education professionals at any level. I should have taken Ms. Aguilar's advice and selected the portions of the book relevant to my practice, instead of reading front to back. Still, I learned a lot about the different lenses coaches need to use as they are helping individuals transform their practice.
Madelyn is a daring adventurer with a heart that wants to make sure everyone is safe and sound. She has collected refugees and cared for them in a community of her making.
But, when Grandma is kidnapped, Madelyn knows that she has to find her and bring her home. There are many obstacles along the way, including Madelyn's knowledge of her past.
This book would be fun to do as a read-aloud in a middle elementary classroom. Definitely a good read for fantasy adventure fans. Looking forward to continuing to read through Madelyn's adventures!
Lots of great perspectives on what it looks and feels like to be in school with ADHD. I certainly appreciated the perspective that the author's son provides throughout the book.
A easy and informative read for educators trying to better understand their students!
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Five stars because I can see this as a reference I will keep returning to find more information. It was an easy read, filled with great links and resources about developing courses. Wonderfully referenced as well, so I will be able to do even more reading about the specific chapters that intrigued me the most.
This book deserves five stars, since it made me stay up till 1 a.m. even though I was dead tired.
I tore through these two books. After I finished this one...I just felt... Right. The passage about living for today and enjoying every moment really stuck with me and think it will be something I will try to do from now on.
It was interesting reading the dated references to hypertext and electronic appointment books because I read the majority of this book on my iPhone! I can talk to my phone and tell it to make appointments, set reminders, and record my favorite shows. Even since the 2002 revision, it's amazing to see how much technology has advanced. There are plenty of examples of bad design even as time marches on, but as another reviewer mentioned, it's going to be hard for me to go throughout life and not think about the way things are designed now.
It took me less than two days to finish this. Just as lovely as the first installment. Just as creepy. Blah blah, character development, blah blah, setup for the next story... which, by the way, I'm going to start just as soon as I finish vacuuming my apartment.
I think I would have liked this book better if I could have read it with my own eyes instead of listening to the audiobook. Jack's voice in the narration really bothered me sometimes, but it did a good job of conveying that he was only five years old. It's not a book that I'm going to go out and recommend to people, but I didn't hate it.
I'd really like to believe this story, I really would. Unfortunately, I will always have that sneaking doubt that it isn't true. I just don't know how to react; I enjoyed the experience of reading the book. Did it change my life? No, only Jesus and his Word can do that for me. If true, this is an awesome testimony.
I am glad I saw Felicia Day read and review this book, because it was a great departure from all the technical books I've been reading lately. I didn't stay up till 2 am to finish it like she did, but once I got through all the background info it picked up nicely. Thankful for a book that has no vampires! If you like fantasy/mystery with a side order of romance these are for you. :)
I loved it! While we are made up of our date of birth, the way the world is around us, our culture, socioeconomic status, and familial influence, I still believe that we can affect change in ourselves by grit, perseverance, and a desire to succeed.
Yes, I cried at the end... in the middle of the cafeteria at my school. Although it was sad, I was satisfied with the ending and agreed with the point that Gale made as he was talking to Peeta. I'm so glad that my students are enjoying the series. (We also can't wait for the Accelerated Reader quiz to be ready!)
A student lent me this book, so of course, I let it sit on my desk for a while. I have a bad habit of that! :) Anyhow, I have mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, I completely understand how the kiddos who LOVED Twilight are now growing and want something a little more... It put me in that spot where I wanted to put the book down but I just needed to finish. Obviously it was slightly interesting, since I am writing this review at one in the morning. I think I'll blame that on my long afternoon nap and the Mountain Dew.
I had trouble getting into the book due to the large amounts of info at the beginning. I watched the movie (subtitled) as I was about halfway through due to the amazing-ness of Netflix. That renewed my interest in the book and I finished it over break. I wish some of the graphic parts weren't as graphic, but I know it helps shape Salander's character. I'm not sure if I will read the next two books or not.