Trash by Andy Mulligan

Raphael is a dumpsite boy. He spends his days wading through mountains of steaming trash, sifting it, sorting it, breathing it, sleeping next to it.

Then one unlucky-lucky day, Raphael's world turns upside down. A small leather bag falls into his hands. It's a bag of clues. It's a bag of hope. It's a bag that will change everything.

Soon Raphael and his friends Gardo and Rat are running for their lives. Wanted by the police, it takes all their quick-thinking and fast-talking to stay ahead. As the net tightens, they uncover a dead man's mission to put right a terrible wrong.

And now it's three street boys against the world...

I would recommend this book to anyone over the age of 11 as the vocabulary is quite easy to understand.

Reviewed by Aiden Martin

Skullduggery Pleasant: Dark Days - Derek Landy

Skullduggery is stuck in with the faceless ones and can’t get out can Valkrie Cain save him this is a great book to read when I started to  reading it I could not stop reading it I hope it’s the same with you.

I recommend this book to people 11+ who likes magic and action together.

Reviewed by William Thomas

Alex Rider: Crocodile Tears by Anthony Horowitz

Crocodile tears is a book from the Alex rider series written by Anthony Horowitz for ages 10+. This is a very exiting book it begins with Alex at school then he is dragged in to a problem that he does not want to be involved in so he has to go to Mi6 for help which turns out to be costly.

He is sent to spy on "Gm" a global company. He is there on a school trip but leaves the group to find out what is going on and runs into a whole lot of trouble he sees things that he never thought he would see.

Over all a very good book gripping gets you hooked straight away could not put It down enjoyed every page of the book a definite must read.

 

Reviewed by Elliot Smith

The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary

With this book, you can see everything while making the movie before and after. You can go behind the scenes and see what the celebrities are up to and how two young boys became stars in a couple of weeks. You can see what costumes they wear. There is even a part in the book where they show how they did special effects and watch out, there is even a surprise in the book. The text is great, they describe the characters in a good way. If you’re a lover of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, then this is the book for you!

Reviewed by Nathanross Pressdee

Hunger Games - Mockingjay - Suzanne Collins

Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games twice. But she’s still not safe. A revolution is unfolding, and everyone, it seems, has a hand in the carefully laid plans – everyone except Katniss.

And yet she must play the most vital part in the final battle. Katniss must become their Mockingjay – the symbol of rebellion – no matter what the personal cost.

This book contains lots of action and some adventure as Katniss helps in the fight for freedom from the Capitol. If you like action and adventure and a little bit of romance then this is the book for you. I would recommend reading the rest of the series first.

Reviewed By Thomas Lloyd

Then he ate my boy entrancers! by Louise Renninson

If you have ever seen the film Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging and loved the film then these books are for you!

Louise Renninson didn’t stop once she had directed her own film she then wrote 10 books carrying on from one another. This is one of them. They are aimed at 13+ and all girl teenagers say they love them once they have read them. She has sold 10,000 copies worldwide of the whole sequel.

This book is the sixth book  and starts by Georgia Nicholson  still trying to get over her break up with the ex Robbie. She then falls for a Italian Boy who takes over Robbie’s place in the Stiff Dylan’s. She has a choice to make as Robbie sends a letter and says he wants to meet up as he is missing her! She is a normal teenage and loves partying with her friends. Will she chose to fall in love again with Robbie or try to get the attention off the Italian boy?

If you love teenager romances then these are the books are for you! Once you start reading them you can’t stop! 

By Kayleigh Roberts

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

!!MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR FAVOUR!!

There will only be one person last alive if anyone dies. Then there is no coming back. would you volunteer to save your sister life ?

 Katniss surely did and now she has to fight against someone who has loved her his whole life, his name was Peter so who do you think would win Katniss, Peter or any of the other 23 tributes to the Hunger Games ? 

To find the answer you will have to read this amazing book. THE HUNGER GAMES is amazingly brilliant it is a brilliant read!!

Reviewed by Jonathan Price.

The World Of Norm: May Contain Nuts by Jonathan Meres

The Norm series is about a boy called Norm and when he wakes up he is about  to pee in his Mum and Dad’s wardrobe. Luckily he is stopped in time.

They are really funny books. It’s like everything in his life goes bad. Everything is SO UNFAIR!!! There are some brilliant cartoons in the books as well. They are really funny. I would  recommend this book to any ages, boys and girls.

By Charlie Lloyd

Emerald Star by Jacqueline Wilson

This book is for people who like drama and excitement. This is about one girl who has 3 identities! Hetty Feather, Sapphire Battersea and Emerald Star! She wants to find her real dad because she has no-one to live with because her mum died.

I think this book is for 11+ year olds because there are some tricky words in it. But will she find her real father? If you want to find out I recommend reading it.

Reviewed by Abby Chidley.

A Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowen

This book is called ‘a street cat named Bob’. It’s about a man named James Bowen who found a cat outside his flat. James decides to call him Bob and they soon have a special bond. Bob is a loveable cat and is very adventurous .This is a true story and it’s an amazing book. It has brilliant text and it creates a picture in your head about what’s going on. It’s fun and exciting, and if you like those things then this is the book for you! This is a lovely true story and I really enjoyed reading it and I recommend it to people that are 12+.

By Jade Layton Year 7

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by L Pichon

If you have a great taste for comedy  and caramel wafers then you’ll love the brilliant world of Tom Gates. Tom is a normal boy who love to prank his sister, rock out in his band, drawing pictures for his band and listening to Dude 3 who are coming to town.

All 100% funny and there are more of them for all ages.

Reviewed by Marcus Griffiths

Don’t Wipe your Bum with a Hedgehog by Michell Symons

This book is comedy and it is for young people maybe for old. Not many people like reading books with silly names this book, but if you read a page you will want to read more.

Reviewed by Tommy Beaton

Diary of Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney

If you’re a person who loves comedy and comics, then Diary Of A Wimpy Kid is the book for you and I'm sure you’ll love it. Diary of a wimpy kid is all about two brothers playing pranks on each other, there is non-stop of it and they absolutely hate each other. Their also really funny and some parts will make you laugh harder than others. Also the brother hates his brothers best friend but he is just going to have to put up with it. I recommend these books to boys/girls at the age of 12 and under.

Reviewed by Jack Marston

I recommend this book to every age. It is really funny, and if you like comic book you should defiantly read this book.

I have read all the series and watched all of the ones that have come out, the books are defiantly better. And I don’t really like reading, however I would choose the books because, they are just amazing.

Reviewed by Morgan Millard

Stormbreaker - Anthony Horowitz

This book was full of adventure and vivid description. The story is based on teenager, Alex Rider. He wakes up one morning to the horrifying news that his uncle, Ian Rider, had died and that he wasn’t who Alex thought he was.

Alex is sucked into the world of spying and soon finds out that he’s no longer the average teenager he’s always been. Will his first assignment be his last? 

I recommend this book to people who thrive adventure and thrill. I think male and females would enjoy this book but advise it to teenagers.

Review by Olivia Evans

George's Marvellous Medicine by Roald Dahl

I loved this book. I found it funny and brilliant, this book makes you want to read more , you never want to put it down. Roald Dahl used some unusual words that I never heard before that made me laugh. This book is good for children of any age  that loves to laugh.

 

Reviewed by Alisha Tromans

Dodger by Terry Pratchett

Dodger is an action packed book whick is a great read for 13+ year olds. I found this book a non-stop read from start to finish. It's a very understadable read and I had no problems following the plot. I would recommend this book to anyone with a taste for adventure,excitement and even romance.

Written by Oscar.

The Spooks Blood

I think this book is amazing because the type of language used in the book is great.

I have chosen "The Spooks Blood" because this book is a mixture of fantasy and horror. This book has different creatures like Strigoi/Strigoica who are vampire gods and witches.

There is loads of magic involved in the book like witchcraft and dark magic. This book would be good for people who enjoy horror, so if you love horror then this is the one for you.

Review by Nathanross Pressdee

Skulduggery Pleasant - Derek Landy

Meet Skulduggery Pleasant , Ace Detective, Snappy Dresser, Razor-tongued Wit, Crackerjack Sorcerer and Walking, Talking, Fire-throwing Skeleton

—as well as ally, protector, and mentor of Stephanie Edgley, a very unusual and darkly talented twelve-year-old.

These two alone must defeat an all-consuming ancient evil.

The end of the world?

Over his dead body.

War Horse - Micheal Morpurgo

War Horse holds special appeal for horse lovers, who care deeply about Joey’s plight as he is pushed and pulled between the humans fighting World War 1. The novel offers a unique perspective on the hardships endured by war horses, and the emotional and physical needs of horses in general. Because the novel is offered from the horse’s point of view, however, human relationships within the book are less satisfying.  - Written By Jasmine 9a1