Twisted (Pretty Little Liars series) – reviewed by Grace (patron)

Twisted is Sara Shepard’s latest and ninth book in her Pretty Little Liars series, which was intended to end with “Wanted”, book number eight. However, Shepard has decided to extend the series even further with a new plot-line, and so, Twisted was born! Going into this book, I was a bit nervous about what was [...]

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The Hunger Games … reviewed by Grace

So the first thing that hit me about this book (by Suzanne Collins) was the setting. It’s kind of a futuristic setting in a pioneer world, and definitely super cool and original! In fact, everything about the book is really original; it’s an amazing plot with superb conflicts. The characters are generally in-depth. I was [...]

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Clockwork Angel – reviewed by Grace (patron)

Along with the fascinating title, the first novel of Cassandra Clare’s Infernal Devices series (which is the prequel series to the Mortal Instruments series) is a well-written and attention grabbing read. The story is set in London in 1878 (I for one absolutely adore books set in earlier times of proper society) and revolves around mainly three passionate characters: Tessa [...]

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Celebrate International Women’s Day!

Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2011! International Women’s Day has grown to become a global day of recognition and celebration. Women’s organizations and governments around the world honour women’s advancement, while diligently supporting the continued vigilance and action required to ensure that women’s equality is gained and maintained in all [...]

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Avant-Garde Art 101 … reviewed by Jason

“Who’s heard of green skies and purple cows?” “A portrait of a man with both eyes on one side of his head?” “I don’t get Picasso.” “Art? Just looks like a line and a dot to me.” Don’t “get” modern art? Young and old readers alike can learn to understand it (although you still might [...]

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