Gimmeacall by: Sarah Mylnowski

Name: Shelby

Grade: 12+

Book: Gimmeacall

Author: Sarah Mylnowski

Have you ever invested so much time or effort into something, and never seen a reward for it. Ever wished you could take something back, or change the course of your life by talking to your younger self. What would you do if you could talk to your fourteen year old self? Tell he/she that the girl or boy wasn't worth your time or effort, give insight on what happens to the friends you have around you, tell them to work hard to get into a good college... the list is endless. Gimmeacall offers reader a female insight to the opportunity into the thoughts and mind of both a younger teenager, and adult to re-do all the times and mess ups, and change the course of the life that your living.

Devi Banks is nearing the end of her senior year in high school, and her boyfriend of three years, Bryan just broke up with her. She feels all the emotions that a high school girl should feel- hurt, confused about where her life is heading... which seems down the drain. How could she have invested her whole LIFE, whole social status, around Bryan just so that he could break up with her three years later. When she accidentally drops her cell phone into a wishing well/fountain at the mall right after wishing that she could go back in time. When she picks up her once beloved phone it seems useless, boring, and lifeless to calling and texting anyone.. that is unless it is her own number, that happens to reach a fourteen year old Devi- three and a half years ago.

As Senior Devi and Freshman Devi come to the realization that they are indeed talking to themselves, Senior Devi gives instructions to Freshman Devi on what to do to save her future- starting with never going out with Bryan. Just as she has avoided the heartache of Bryan all to begin with Devi comes to the realization that she could do more than that with the help of freshman Devi. Devi has the ability to rescue the abandoned friendships, keep her friends from making poor decisions, concentrate more on getting into a better university, and change the world around her. If only Freshman Devi would agree. It seems like she has invested so much time and effort trying new activities, fighting her impulse to have fun and know sweet charming- cute Bryan, and study her life away, and she doesn't see the reward the Devi see. Both Devi's learn a lifelong lesson in the process, that they should focus on living in the present, like each day is your last, and that although things may be a storm- they will come to pass, and reveal into their life day by day.

I'd give this book to: Any girl who has wanted to change things in her life, and someone who wants a fast pace read that's humorous.

I picked up this book because: I'd read the back of the book, and looked at the cover. I never like judging a book by it's cover, but it looked sweet!

I finished this book because: It was difficult not to, I was flipping through the pages waiting anxiously for the ending!

Ratings: 5Q

4P

The author Sarah Mylnowski has written a novel that has altered the way that I think life would be to change the situation, and go back. She has given both Devi's a voice, character development, and kept me on my toes flipping through the pages to know what happens. It gives a new statement to changing and altering the life you live.

The Thin Executioner

Name: Serina

Grade: 12th +

Book: The Thin Executioner

Author: Darren Shan

Jebel Rum is scrawny. He is thin. And in a world where only the burly and strong can make a living, he has no chance to beat his older brothers to their father's title as executioner, the most glorious, noble, profession in Wadi. To become Executioner, Jebel would have to win in a contest based on skill and power, and he has absolutely no way of winning. That is, unless he goes on a grueling quest to ask the fire God to bless him with immortal power. As his only option to gain some honor, Jebel leaves on his quest after enlisting the life of a slave to be sacrificed to the fire God. Tel Hesani is a strong man who only wishes to see his family freed by laying down his own life, which Jebel has promised him. Jebel refuses the see Tel Hasani as more than a slave, but after the man saves him multiple times and shows a depth to his soul that the boy could never have guessed at, Jebel finds that it may be hard to kill the man at the fire mountain when the time comes. Jebel is naive to the world outside Wadi, and Tel Hesani has to try very hard to keep his master out of harm's way. Along their journey, the two come upon cannibals, thievery, and a pair of clever con artists with kind faces and regal manners. It seems that the quest is doomed from the very start, things get increasingly worse for Jebel and his slave, and Jebel begins to think that this may be a journey he would rather not have taken. While he previously held honor above all else, he may have to put survival higher on the list.

A singular, large novel from the talented author of the Cirque du Freak series, Darren Shan, The Thin Executioner is morbid, exciting, and sometimes sickening. Darren Shan set the theme in a world very different from our own, where public beheadings are common family entertainment, and where the justice system is painfully flawed. Selfish, naive, and cruel, Jebel Rum is a main character that is hard to feel bad for, but after just a few chapters, the audience will be miserable with him.

I picked this book up because I read everything by Darren Shan!

I finished this book because it seemed hazardous to my health for me not to.

I'd give this book to any fan of gory detail, or just any fan of Darren Shan in general.

***** It was amazing!

Logan M's review: Left Behind: The Remnant by Tim Lahaye and Jerry Jenkins

Logan, 7th grade

The Remnant is the tenth book in a series of books called Left Behind. A man named Nicolae Carpathia says he is God and through his mind control ability, has taken over the world. If you don't worship him and prove your loyalty to him by taking his mark you will be killed. A group of people, called the Tribultion Force, refuse to take his mark or worship him because he is the anti-christ. They believe that by taking his mark you are choosing to follow Satan in a seemingly Godless world, and therefore condemning yourself to eternity in hell. They stand against his regime while continuing to follow the one true God of the Bible. I would recommend this book to people in 6th grade or older who enjoy reading and learning about the Bible. This is a series that leaves you hungry for more, constantly wondering what will come next.

Why I picked the book up:: A friend told me about it.

Why I finished it:: It leaves you hanging until the very end.

I'd give this book to:: Anyone older than 6th grade and that has an interest in things of the Bible.My rating for this book:: ***** It was amazing!

Shannon's Review: A Little Bit Wicked Life, Love, and Faith in Stages by Kristin Chenoweth and Joni Rodgers

Shannon, 8th grade

Growing up in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, singing, dancing, and living life to it's maximum through God, Kristin Chenoweth takes you on a journey through her past. The journey begins in her home town, getting an opera masters, moving to NYC, starring on Broadway, becoming a TV star, and all her concerts. Her family was as she said her biggest support through troubles, boys, being adopted, career ups and downs, or deaths in the family. I laughed and I cried, but I enjoyed every minute of Kristin Chenoweth's story. From learning to "Sing from your Hoo-hoo", to "Defying Gravity", Kristin Chenoweth will make you fall in love with her too.

Why I picked the book up:: I LOVE Kristin Chenoweth!

Why I finished it:: I LOVE Kristin Chenoweth!

I'd give this book to:: Theatre Girls or any Girl with an acting dream.

My rating for this book:: ***** It was amazing!

Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

"This is Manderley, notorious, ridden by evil. Its mistress Rebecca de Winter, has been dead for eight months- drowned in a sailing accident." Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier is a classic mystery that seems to only get better with time. Published in 1938 it was an instant hit. Today it is compared with other classic works such as Bronte's Jane Eyre. It is up to Max de Winter's second wife, the un-named Mrs. de Winter to discover the secret behind Rebecca's sinister power that continues to captivate the house after her death. Secrets begin to unravel and a shocking revelation is made towards the end of the novel that will change Manderley forever. Rebecca is an incredible mystery and further proof of this is its inspiration for Hitchcock's film adaptation Rebecca released in 1940 that also took away an Academy Award. It's a novel that all classic book and mystery fans would greatly enjoy, not to mention it is extremely well written.

Why I picked this book: I'd seen the movie and my mom recommended the book for me to read.

Why I finished it: The language and story plot kept me interested all the way to the end.

I'd give this book to: Anyone who appreciated classic literature and a well written mystery.

My Rating: ***** Loved it!

Cool Beans a Maya Davis novel written by: Erynn Mangum

Name: Shelby

Title: Cool Beans

Author: Erynn Mangum

Follow in the footsteps of Maya Davis a charismatic young woman in her early twenties. She has everything she could ask for a fantastic job as a coffee barista at the coolest coffee place in town aka Cool Beans, a loving family who supports her... except her long lived rivalry with her older brother for life in general, she's perfectly happy being single, and wonderful roommates and co-workers... that is until one day she wakes up smelling the coffee too much. Could life be to sweet to last. Her roommate Jen begins dating her high school sweetheart, and he doesn't recognize her, her perfect medical doctor brother and sister in law moves back and invades her weekly dinners with her parents. As if that weren't hard enough her dear friend and co-worker, jack, begins showing interest in Maya, and even the daily coffee and ice cream "help save me" have no success. Maya must truly learn to deal with her life as each new event is dished to her each day. Hilarious, and downright true this novel is a must read and hard to put down once you start!


why I picked this book up: it was recommended to me, and the title made me laugh, and was attractive looking & I love coffee!! :)

why I finished it: It was difficult to put down :D

I'd give this book to: Any girl that loves coffee, light humor, and a novel that's an easy read, and hard to put down.

My rating for this book: **** Really Liked It!

The Green Mile

Name: Serina

Grade: Graduate

Title: The Green mile

Author: Stephen King

The green mile is the nickname the hallway in death row has been given, due to the stripe of green paint that leads past the cells and all the way to the electric chair. Paul has worked on the green life for a good amount of his career, but in all his time there, he had never met a man like John Coffey. John Coffey, the largest black man Paul has ever seen, was captured and sent to death row for the gruesome rape and murder of two little twin girls. The troubling part for Paul is that John can only spell his name, seems completely illiterate, and he afraid of the dark. Paul has to wonder how such a shy, seemingly harmless man, could have done such a terrible thing. John Coffey isn't the only person on the green mile that worries Paul. The newest guard, Percy, has a beautiful face but a violent mean streak. He hits the inmates even when they are on their best behavior, even though Paul and his partners have often told the young man that it is not how they handle things on the green mile. And Percy isn't just nasty with the inmates, he drives everyone else crazy as well. After many confrontations, Paul and the other guards are glad to hear that Percy will transfer. The catch is that he will only transfer if he is allowed to be the front man at the next execution. Delacroix, a Cajun/Frenchman was put on death row for burning down a house and killing everyone inside. Timid and deathly afraid of Percy, Delacroix is next in line for the electric chair. Paul and the others are a little nervous about running the show, but they figure that the worst that could happen is that Percy gets his lines wrong. However, things go horribly, horribly wrong. Onlooking spectators and the guards are appalled by the gruesome, agonizing death of the timid Frenchman, which should have been an average execution. After the terrible death of Delacroix, things start to go even more downhill when Paul discovers that John Coffey has the touch of God, and that the enormous man may be on death row for a murder he never committed in the first place.

With an amazing talent for telling touching, horrifying, and even comedic stories, Stephen King's greatest novel by far was The Green Mile. The novel was constantly intense!

I picked this book up because it was something by Stephen King that I had yet to read.

I finished it because I HAD to know what was going to happen next!

I'd give this book to anyone with time on their hands that can handle the things Stephen King dishes out.

*****It was amazing!

The Adoration of Jenna Fox

Briana

12th grade

The Adoration of Jenna Fox, written by Mary E. Pearson

This is a novel set in the future, and is based on a teen girl who goes through an astounding transformation. Jenna Fox was in a (what should have been) fatal car accident. Her body was so badly burned and none of the doctors thought she would live, and yet somehow she does through the work of her father. As Jenna tries to fit into a new community, and a new body, she discovers things that make even herself cringe. Jenna learns who and what she really is, and attemps to bring awareness to those closest to her.

I read this book for the teen book club, but was unable to make the meeting. I also enjoy the style in which Mary E. Pearson writes, and have read a few of her other novels.

This was such a fast read, not just because it was somewhat short, but because the reader can connect with the characters in one way or another. I never wanted to put it down because I needed to know what would happen next.

I would give this book to any teenage, because it is a good book that has suspence, romance, it's a bit sci-fi ish, and it has a little something for everyone.

**** Really Liked it

Michaela's Review: Ashes of Roses by Mary Jane Auch

Michaela, 8th grade

From the second i opened the book i knew it was going to be good. Auch really captured the details and made the story come to life. This book is moving and makes u think how hard it really was in the 1911.

Why I picked the book up:: it was recommended to me

Why I finished it:: It was moving

I'd give this book to:: Anybody interested in the history of america

My rating for this book:: ***** It was amazing!

(This book is available through InterLibrary Loan)

The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner: An Eclipse Novella by Stephenie Meyer

Even if you are a die-hard Twilight fan, it is entirely possible that you have no memory of Bree Tanner. She makes a brief appearance in Eclipse (pg 569-579) as one of the newborn vampires created by Victoria to fight against the Cullens, the only one who survives the attack by surrendering to Carlisle.

This novella, or short story (178 pages), gives you a little insight into the newborn coven and what was going on in Seattle as Victoria was creating her little army. This is the only published story in the Twilight Saga not told through Bella's eyes.

Why I picked up the book: I'm a fan of the Twilight Saga so it seemed natural to read this short story about one of the newborn vampires briefly mentioned in Eclipse.

Why I finished it: I've read all of Meyer's work and wanted to see what surprises she might throw at her readers. I wasn't thrilled with the book, but it should satisfy fans who want more of a Twilight fix.

I'd give it to: Twilight fans, who want a glimpse into the vampire side of things.

My rating: 2 of 5 stars

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The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1) The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

What did you do on your summer vacation? Well, I’d be willing to bet none of you had a summer like mine. My name is Percy Jackson and I’ve always been “the problem maker”. I’ve been kicked out of six schools in six years.

I thought my year at Yancy Academy was going well, until our field trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Nancy Bobofit spilled her lunch on my friend Grover’s lap and before I knew it, I was so angry and she was in the fountain. She said I pushed her and Mrs. Dodds, my algebra teacher, took me aside to punish me. I figured she was going to yell and give me detention but instead the weirdest thing happened. “Her eyes began to glow like barbecue coals. Her jacket melted into large, leathery wings. She wasn’t human. She was a shriveled hag with bat wings and claws and a mouth full of yellow fangs, and she was about to slice me to ribbons.” My Latin teacher, Mr. Brunner, throws me a pen which turns into a sword. As Mrs. Dodds screeches, “die honey”, I swing the sword and she vaporizes. That’s not the strangest part. Instead of being angry that I was kicked out of school, my mom decides to take me on a beach getaway. She wants to tell me something but before she can we are chased by a Minotaur, who I'm able to kill just as he kills her. Next thing I know I’m waking up at Camp Half-Blood.

It turns out I’m a half-blood, a demigod, child of a Greek god. Mom was taking me to Camp Half-Blood, a summer camp for others like me. Surprisingly I meet several familiar faces. Turns out Mr. Brunner is a centaur (half man/half horse), and my friend Grover is a satyr (half man/half goat). I soon discover my father is Poseidon, God of the Sea. Like I told you before, my life is full of trouble so of course it isn’t long before monsters are breaking into camp trying to kill me. It is decided that I will go on a quest, to retrieve Zeus’ lighting rod, which has been stolen. Oh yeah, I am the prime suspect so go figure, the quest to the Underworld to reclaim the lightning rod from Hades is full of adventure and mishap. But I didn’t have to go alone. Grover was there as well as my friend Annabeth, who is the daughter of Athena, Goddess of War.

Wanna find out if I found Zeus’ lightning rod and revealed the true Lightning Thief?
Greek mythology has never been this cool!

Why I picked this book: This book was picked to kick off our middle school book club this summer. It was a great discussion in 2007 and the books have been flying off the shelves since they were written and since the movie came out.

Why I finished it: It is a fast paced adventure that teaches you about Greek Mythology. It is a great guy read.

I'd give it to: guys, fans of Greek Mythology and anyone, young or old, looking for a great series.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Natalie's Review: Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes

Natalie, 8th grade

This is a historical novel that I would recommend to anyone because of how exciting it is. It's about a boy named Johnny Tremain, who wanted to be a silversmith, but had a accident and had to find something else to do. He met a boy named Rad and decided to help at The Observer, a newspaper office. He delivered it to the many people that wanted it. If this sounds like a fascinating story pick it up at the library and enjoy!

Why I picked the book up:: My mom gave me the book.

Why I finished it:: I finished it because it was so exciting.

I'd give this book to:: I'd give this book to anyone.

My rating for this book:: ***** It was amazing!

Andrea's Review: "Babymouse #1: Queen of the World!" by Jennifer L Holm & Matthew Holm

Andrea, 7th grade

i liked the book because babymouse thought she had nothing but really she had everything she needed to become queen of the world.

Why I picked the book up:: I needed a graphic novel and when this book was given I loved the cover!

Why I finished it:: The book was so good i had to see how it ended!

I'd give this book to:: all my friends

My rating for this book:: ***** It was amazing!

Cujo

Serina

Graduate

Title: Cujo

Author: Stephen King

Cujo was an average 200 pound St. Bernard that belonged to Joe Camber and his family. The enormous dog was friendly and quiet, and was best friends with Joe's son. More than a good companion, Cujo was safe, even though he had an affinity for chasing rabbits. On one of these chases, the rabbit dove down into a large hole and Cujo tried to follow it. However, Cujo was much too big to make it all the way in and got stuck halfway through. Panicked, he started barking, which riled a bunch of bats into flight inside the hidden cave. The bats, also panicked and finding that the entrance was blocked by a barking beast, attacked Cujo, biting him many times in his tender face and on his ears. Cujo managed to pull himself free of the hole and went galloping back to his home, whining in pain. No much later, Cujo became infected with rabies from the bat bites. Rabies, a painful, rage inducing sickness, turned Cujo from a lovable pet dog into a very large monster. In his fogged and red mind, Cujo wandered about in the unbearable heat of the day until he came to the neighbor's house. Gary Pervier, the homes owner, was the first to be mauled and killed by the angry mad dog. Then when Cujo's owner Joe returned to check on his friend, who was late to an event, Joe discovered Gary's body. Alarmed, he made to flee, only to have Cujo, who was still in the home, attack and kill him. For the rest of the book, Cujo continues on his killing rampage and seemingly nothing is able to stop him. Stephen King is a master in tying in different characters, telling their perspectives, and ending things on a shocking conclusion. The author even wrote from the side of poor, diseased Cujo, making it hard for the readers to be angry at the dog even though it killed all those people, which is an amazing feat in itself. Animal lovers, beware, things could get ugly in this book.

I picked this book up because I read practically anything and everything by Stephen King.

I finished this books because I really wanted to know what happened to Cujo at the end.

I'd give this book to any Stephen king fan and anyone who likes a good thrill.

Rating ****

The Case of the Booby-Trapped Pickup by John R. Erickson

Hank the Cowdog is a long running mystery series by John Erickson. Hank is the head of ranch security. In this episode, Slim's truck breaks down and the loaner truck is a fancy new ride with electric locks and windows. Hank (and Drover of course) find themselves in a heap of stale air and trouble due to doughnuts and buttons. If you've never read Hank the Cowdog or if you are a fan, this episode will not disappoint. Be prepared to laugh (and to start reading your own dog's thoughts!)

Why I picked the book up: NCPL hosted John Erickson in May as part of our 100th Anniversary celebration. Erickson read part of this story, when Hank and Drover get locked in the moving truck. It was hilarious and I had to know what happened next.

Why I finished it: The audio is 2 discs, 3 hours long so it is a fast read. The author is the narrator, giving each character a distinct "voice". I also thought the songs (written & performed by Erickson) were a nice touch.

I'd give this book/audio to: tween guys, families, anyone. There were many generations worth of readers at our author program so Hank could be read by anyone.

My rating: 3 of 5 stars I liked it!

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In His Own Write by John Lennon

"There once upon a time was a man who was partly Dave - he had a mission in life. 'I'm partly Dave' he would grownm in the morning which was half the battle." If you have never heard of the late great John Lennon you must have been hiding under an extremely sheltered rock your entire life. Former Beatle, songwriter, artist, author, and peace advocate, John Lennon was arguable one of the greatest men who had ever lived. In his 1964 book of poetry Beatles fans everywhere got a glimpse into his witty and slightly off the wall sense of humor. "I was bored on the 9th of Octover 1940, when I believe, the Nasties were still booming us led by Madalf Heatlump." The book even includes Lennon's original drawings and an introduction by Paul McCartney.

Why I picked up this book: I am a huge John Lennon fan.

Why I finished it: Lennon's charming and confusing sense of humor makes it a very quick read.

I'd give this book to: Anyone who loves the Beatles, John Lennon, or who is looking for a laugh.

Rating: *****

Caleb + Kate by: Cindy Martinusen- Coloma

Shelby

Title: Caleb + Kate

Author: Cindy Martinusen-Coloma

"To unpathed waters, undreamed shores" - William Shakespeare

A modern take on Romeo and Juliet minus all the tragedy and death. Kate Monrovi has everything and nothing. She has a rich and pampered life, her family are owners of a five-star hotel empire of Monrovi Inn. Yet her life has no passion. Her shallow friends are focused boys with money, and spending to get what you want. And until Kate had locked eyes with Caleb at the school dance, she had felt the self centered and egotistic as well.

Caleb on the other hand is from Hawaii. He has never had the pristine life, love, or story to tell. His mother recently passed away, and now he is to go work under his grandfathers orders at the Monrovi Inn. When an unexpected event happens at the dance, both Caleb and Kate will become what was forbidden, become friends, and develop a relationship without parents knowing and respecting them for their decisions. Upon entering a relationship with the forbidden opposite person of their family, they are forbidden to see or speak to each other. Kate learns of a fight and dispute of differences between their families, and Caleb on the other hand has known this fight and dispute all his life- keeping secrets from Kate and visa-versa they try to figure a way to make their lives with each other work.

Both will have to learn the plans, and things that God has planned for them, as well as honor and respect the decisions by those in authority.

Why I picked up Caleb and Kate: The cover and the back of the book sparked my interest and made me want to read this book. I love Shakespeare, and I wanted to see what this book could share about a modern take of Romeo and Juliet. I also love the author of Cindy Martinusen- Coloma, and was interested in reading her latest novel.

I finished Caleb and Kate because: I was dragged into the novel. The story depicts a modern take on Shakespeare, the change of point of views from Caleb and Kate, and kept me wondering what would happen in the end.

I'd Give Caleb and Kate to: Both teen boys and girls, who love a change in a modern day tale. Anyone who loves Shakespeare. :) :)

Ratings: **** Really Liked it

P:4 Q:4.5

Alyssa's Review: Raising Dragons by Bryan Davis

Alyssa, 7th grade

This was a fast paced and energetic book that kept the reader on their toes wondering what would happen next. It took me about 3 hours to finish it because I just could not set it down.
I am a Christian and finding literature that is a fast paced fantasy, but appropriate, is hard. This is a book that no one should be afraid to read because it is appropriate and not too scary. While being scary enough to engage an older teen, it could be read by a younger teen, even down into the single digits. It was a lot of fun to read because it wasn't always sword play and fighting but it wasn't always joking around either. Even though this book is fiction, the writer keeps it just real enough that you could believe it was possible.
In "Raising Dragons" a teenage boy finds out the origin of his hot breath: He is half dragon. At school he meets a girl who is also part dragon. Together they must battle an evil slayer who seeks to kill the last of the dragons.

Why I picked the book up:: It was suggested to me by my best friend who read the series and loved them.

Why I finished it:: I couldn't put it down. It was an awesome read.

I'd give this book to:: Anybody who loves to read fiction and enjoys mideaval lore

My rating for this book:: ***** It was amazing!

Destiny's Review: Nightmare Academy by Frank Peretti

Destiny, 8th grade

brother and sister , Elijah and Elisha, are agents for a secretive government agency get wrapped up in a twisted mind came called Nightmoor academy witch turns to be more of a nightmare. this book is the second in a series and will have your head in a twist and a half it had me. i would recommend this book to all teens!

Why I picked the book up:: i read the first one then this and loved it

Why I finished it:: i couldn't put it down

I'd give this book to:: any teen!

My rating for this book:: ***** It was amazing!

Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer by John Grisham

Theo Boone dreams of being either a famous trial lawyer or a judge. His parents are both lawyers, as is his uncle Ike, so he was literally born into it. At thirteen, Theo knows more about the law than most adults and he is on a first name basis with almost every lawyer, judge, court clerk, and policeman in town. Theo even has his own "office" in the library at Boone & Boone, and is often asked for legal advice by fellow students.

Theo's connections enable his government class to attend the opening day of a murder trial, one of the most talked about trials in Strattenburg. With little evidence, it appears that a cold-blooded killer may get off scot-free. That is until Theo is handed a piece of evidence that could change the course of the trial. Is it possible that a thirteen year old could possess the information necessary for a conviction? Witness the start of Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer.

Why I picked up this book: John Grisham is one of my favorite authors. When I discovered he had written a legal thriller for a younger audience, I had to check it out.

Why I finished it: Theodore Boone is classic John Grisham for a younger audience. Grisham did a great job of explaining legal concepts at the tween/teen level. Rather than the "cliff-hanger" ending, I wish he would have ended it with Theo going after a new case.

I'd give it to: tweens/teens looking for a new series. Fans of other cross-over authors like James Patterson.

My rating: 4 of 5 stars Really Liked It

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