Seven Wonders: The Colossus Rises by Peter Lerangis

I'd like to say that I know most of the books that come out, and like to read them as soon as possible. However, this series by Peter Lerangis truly caught me by surprise- I didn't even know it existed until I found the second book at Costco a week ago! So of course, I decided to buy it- and read it. I decided to give it a try partly because it looked to be alright- the writing was pretty good. And partly because Rick Riordan reviewed it.

"A high-octane mix of modern adventure and ancient secrets, The Colossus Rises is Lerangis's most gripping work yet. Young readers will love this story. I can't wait to see what's next in the Seven Wonders series!"

~ Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series ~

So with high expectations, I started reading.

Meet Jack McKinley, Aly Black, Cass Williams, and Marco Ramsay, the four main characters of this series. Together, they encounter ancient secrets, twisting tunnels, and run away from people who want to kill them. Yet at the same time, do they really know who to trust? It's up to these four unlucky 'superheros' to save the world. Each of them have a certain character trait that makes them uniquely special- stronger, faster, smarter. These are called their G7W talents. Yet it'll take them more than that to save the world. They'll have to work together. 

Peter Lerangis wrote an intriguing adventure novel full of peril, danger, and friends. However, one thing I have to say that in this book, I got lost sometimes- his writing confused me from time to time- on how the sentences were layed out. 

I recommend this to ages 8-12. It's an okay book, and will keep you entertained when you're bored!

*** I give this book a 7.8 out of 10! ***

The Complete Horse and Rider by Sarah Muir and Debby Sly

As anyone who knows me will be able to tell you, I am completely in love with horses. So when I saw this book at Chapters, of course I had to buy it!

And I can tell you right now- I am super glad I bought it. This book has completely everything you would need for Horseback riding!!! Hats off to Sarah Muir and Debby Sly!

The Complete Horse and Rider covers Saddlery and Equipment, Learning to Ride, and World of the Horse. Seriously, this book blew my mind. It's absolutely amazing. I love it!!! It covers everything from the Saddle, to Mastering the Gaits, to Jumping Sports. It's a book every horse-lover should have in their library, and I found it to be highly informative. The colour pictures help you along with the small text as well!

This is a book worth having, if you are interested in horses- you will be amazed at how much you can learn from this! It's not every day that I get interested in a non-fiction book, but really, this is a must read for any horse-lover. That certainly includes me... I promise you will be fascinated by all this book has to offer you- from improving your balance, to horse sports, and even how to tack up properly. You will emerge with a fuller understanding of horses and how the powerful, beautiful creatures that many love to ride work, and how they can be rewarded, and how you can maintain connections with them!

I recommend this book to older kids, teens, and adults who love horses!

*** I rate this book a 9.89 out of 10!***

Frozen ( The Movie )

Just yesterday, I went to go and watch Frozen, the new Disney movie that had impossibly good feedback about it. And I have to admit- I see why.

From the creators of "Tangled" and "Wreck-It Ralph" comes a touching story about love, family, and snow. Really- it'll make you cry by the second scene. I watched Frozen in 3D, and I have to say that the graphics were really really really good. Like... Wow. You really can make snow fall these days! Telling of a scared, super beautiful Ice Queen by the name of Elsa and her sister, a lovely, determined girl who wants nothing but to have her sister back by the name of Anna, Frozen will touch even the coldest of hearts. You definitely have to watch this movie- it's an absolutely stirring tale. The characters will all worm themselves into your heart- from the Ice Queen to sweet little Anna. 

Meet the slightly crazy-looking loyal reindeer, Sven,

the Prince-that's-not-what-you-think-he-is, Prince Hans,

Elsa, the Ice Queen and my favourite character in the movie,

Olaf, the slightly really insane snowman,

Kristoff, the anti-social really weird person...

and last but not least, Anna, the sweet, kind one who just really really doesn't want to be alone.

"Yoohoo! Big summer blowout!"

This film will make you sympathize with the Ice Queen, fall in love with the characters, and fall to the ground laughing at the characters. I spent at least half the movie laughing at the characters' absurdities. 

I recommend this movie to kids and teens- it shows a lot about family, and how nothing is stronger than love. I bet everyone can sympathize with Elsa- she's a highly relate-able character. Mixed with humor, Frozen is a great family movie, like most Disney movies, except this one doesn't have an evil witch who cursed them, or whatnot. Really- the 'evil' character isn't really even that evil. I'd have to say that this is personally my favourite Disney movie, with Tangled not very far behind.

***I give this movie a 8.7 out of 10!***

Infamous by Sherrilyn Kenyon

Infamous is an amazing book by Sherrilyn Kenyon. If you're in need of a good fantastical book to read, this is it. The Chronicles of Nick are here to entertain you. 

With a wacky sense of humor, and a serious magnet for danger, Nick gets in trouble. A lot. Even then, he has a doting mother, a bodyguard/friend/thing, a girlfriend, and others who care about him. However, just before you get too interested in the book, I have to say that this book is the third book in the series. The first would be:

I suggest that you read Infinity before you read this book, because some things just don't make sense... 

This is a great book for you to dig into when you're bored, and need something to entertain you. I love this series- it's a great series and it will definitely have you hooked. Sherrilyn Kenyon is a great author, and she writes really intriguing stories! 

Once you pick up this book and start reading, you will be hooked, and you will find yourself reading it over and over again until you can find the next book. And then the next. And the next. You'll find yourself enveloped in the depths of the intoxicating folds of... a good book.

I recommend this book to teenagers and young adults, and especially those who love fiction. I enjoyed this book a lot and I bet that you will, too!

*** I give this book a 9.5 out of 10!***

Odysseo by Cavalia

Many Vancouverites may have seen the huge white tent set up next to the Cambie Bridge. Believe me, I see it every day. And besides. I've been kind of obsessed over horses these days.

So for my Christmas present, my good parents decided to privilege me with the purchase of these beautiful things:

And while I was there, I even graced myself with another present:

I strongly advise any horse lovers to go to this show- you won't regret it. Seriously. Convince your parents, or scrape together some money to go see this epic show. I loved it. It was absolutely AMAZING!!! They had live music, a wonderful singer, and many many talented people. The riders were all amazing. I can't express how awesome this show is!!!! It is definitely a sight for sore eyes. The riders ride so well, and the horses are so beautiful! My personal favorite was the large black horse- he reminds me of the horse that I ride, myself. A group made up of only geldings and stallions, the Odysseo by Cavalia will take your breath away. It's stunning, and powerful.

*** I give this show an 11 out of 10. Absolutely. Amazing.***

Odysseo site

Snoopy ~Cowabunga!~

Another comic many people have enjoyed: Snoopy. With his witty ways and terrible writing, many people love Snoopy. Personally, I have to say that I like simple-minded Garfield better, but I still enjoyed reading this book from the Peanuts Collection!

Snoopy is one intellectual dog that cannot write. As he talks with his family and his little friend Woodstock, you will laugh at his witty conversations and as he struggles to master sports intended for humans, ventures into the woods, and pals around with Woodstock, spreading merriment along the way. Charles M. Schulz wrote a hilarious series of misadventures by everyone's favourite dog, Snoopy.

While reading this comic book, you will be taken aback and amazed at the big brain on Snoopy. Really. He has an amazing sense of logic.

Why dogs are superior to cats... They just are, and that's all there is to it!

... that logic....

You can stick with this adorable Snoopy while he fails over and over again to get his work published anywhere. Believe me, Snoopy? I can relate.

... Even then, I think I'm more of a cat person, thanks.

I recommend Snoopy Cowabunga! to all readers ages 6-12. I guarantee you will love his weird humor!

*** I give this book a 8.4 out of 10! ***

Diary of a Wimpy Kid ~Hard Luck~

If it isn't everyone's very favourite middle-schooler, Greg Heffley. And he seems to be in some kind of pickle, yet again.

Greg's not going very well in middle school so far. Especially now that his best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends is proving to be tough. Greg's decided to take a leap of faith and turn his choices over to luck. After a few falls, maybe things will even out for Greg?

Greg has the worst of luck sometimes... Middle school isn't going too swimmingly for Greg. It makes you really wonder when the tide is about to turn for him. When you're feeling like you had a bad day, and things aren't going so well for you, you can always turn to Greg Heffley and have a little laugh at his expense sympathize with him. Sometimes you think that all the bad luck in middle school just landed on him...

With a silly sense of right and wrong, and a hilarious magnet for bad luck, Greg will have you laughing on the floor in minutes. At the same time, you can't help but feel a little bad for the guy.....

Jeff Kinney wrote a comical mix between novel and comic book to entertain readers. This would be the 8th book, and I suggest that you start off with the first.

I recommend this book to readers ages 8-16. It will bring a smile to your face any day!

*** I give this book a 8.9 out of 10!***

The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

Hello everyone! I'm back- winter break has just started! And to start off, I decided to review one of my very favourite books- The Fault in Our Stars by John Green.

Also the author for Looking for Alaska, John Green is an amazing writer. He is also the author of many other books, including An Abundance Of Katherines, Paper Towns, and Will Grayson, Will Grayson. I loved all his books and suggest you to read them very much!

The Fault in Our Stars is a heartbreaking novel of two teens with cancer, that will make you want to die of laughter and sob at the same time. This book is probably my favourite of all the books John Green has wrote, and that's saying a lot- his books are all so amazing. A raw, energizing novel, it brilliantly explores the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love. And Hazel Grace and Augustus Waters are hopelessly in love. Featuring the Literal Heart of Jesus, a lonely swing set, and a writer with no heart, John Green wrote a straight forward yet touching tale that everyone should enjoy and love!

I recommend this book to young adult readers. It's a hilarious book that everyone will cry over. By the end of the book, I was sobbing. Be sure to read this book before the movie comes out in the summer! It is amazingly written and beautifully crafted, after all. He may write to the young adults, and yet he writes for all the kids- the ones with over-protective mothers and fathers, and especially the ones who are suffering from cancer. He speaks to all the doctors and nurses in the universe, and also to the patients in the hospitals. 

"Qualities of a Good Nurse: Go," I said.

"1. Doesn't pun on your disability," Isaac said.

"2. Gets blood on the first try," I said.

"Seriously, that is huge. I mean is this my freaking arm or a dartboard? 3. No condescending voice."

"How are you doing, sweetie?" I asked, cloying. "I'm going to stick you with a needle now. There might be a little ouchie."

Seriously... this book will make you die from laughter.

***I give this book a 10 out of 10! I LOVED IT!!!***