I recently read Paper Towns by John Green, and basically anything he writes and great and this book was yet another reflection of his genius. The first and last part of the book were my favorite because there was both more comedy and action which is my favorite part. Overall this book was really fun to read and I can't wait to see how the movie mirrors it.
The best book I have ever read was 1984. I am pretty sure everyone in my class also read this in 9th grade. I loved 1984 because it blew my mind, and made me question everything! 1984 also reminds me of 9th grade year, a year I really enjoyed. I enjoy books that give me a new perspective, like Anthem. The books that I find most memorable are those types of books.
My favorite book has been Anthem for a while, but because there are a lot of people who will talk about that, I'm going to pick a different one. "Robot Visions" by Isaac Asimov is a collection of intensely plot-twisted stories detailing the ethics of artificial intelligence and conundrums of logic and morality. It gives a perspective of humanity as a whole from the perspective of machines. It helped me understand human nature. I would recommend reading anything by Ayn Rand or Isaac Asimov.
My favorite book of all time is The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss because it presents a tale of unparalleled suspense and backstory (backstory only rivaled by LOTR) written in a nearly poetic quality of writing. I love to read, always have, however I don't get much time to free read anymore, and I strive to set more time aside to find pleasure in reading a good book of my choice for no reason except enjoyment. I've always loved being able to get lost in a world other than my own, and in my experience the best ways to do that are books and video games, books being the more sophisticated of the two. The books that really stand out to me are the ones I can connect to, especially when they take place in an impossible world but still manage to relate to my life or even just distract me from the real world completely and whenever I choose.
Reading has been a genuine passion for me since kindergarten. Unfortunately, I have struggled to make time for pleasure reading throughout the last year, so I haven't read as many books as I would like. However, I finally got around to reading "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak last winter. I now consider it to be one of my favorite books. The plot was very engaging for me, since it is set during the Holocaust, a subject which I have a bit of a morbid fascination with. Additionally, the author's writing style is amazing because he knows how to use very thorough and descriptive writing without boring the reader. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a captivating and thought-provoking book.
Although I have three favorite books, the one that I want to talk about is The Wednesday Wars. For the longest time I wasn't able to explain why I liked it so much. It's for the 5th and 6th grade reading level, so it isn't very challenging. And on the surface, it's pretty much any book you've ever read. The main character, Holling Hoodhood (weird name, I know) is convinced that his teacher hates him, and is also trying to kill him. But the book is different than it appears. It takes place in 1963, during the Vietnam War, and many of the themes of the era make an appearence in the book. As the book progresses, the messages and writing becomes more and more meaningful, drifting from the shallow concerns of an adolescent, to the perspective of a young man during changing times. Holling matures through the book, aided by the teacher he once hated, and the friends he grew to know. He learns about war and peace, the way people will fight change to the death, and how everyone is human, even if we refuse to see it at first.
The best book I ever read was my summer book, mainly because of the superb writing of Tim O'Brien. I liked the blend between reality and surreal, or the lack of blend and the fact that they just devolved into utter confusion. I always enjoy being transported to a certain place in my mind or the feelings that a book can stir up in a person. These I have always loved about reading, and as long as they can make a good story that can cause me to think and feel these things I doubt I will ever lose them. The more a book involves the reader and engages the person looking at its words makes it more than just a bunch of paper bound with glue and a cover. If a book can ascend from reality that makes it all the more memorable. A guide to Windows 7 is just a book, but something like The Things They Carried or the Harry Potter series is much more. It is an idea, and that ensures it will be remembered for ages.
The best book I ever read was The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen. I felt very much connected to the main character because he was a very quick and clever thinker who had many random but useful skills, and was someone that I wished I could be if I lived in the same setting. The book also took very many surprising turns that I didn't see coming at all, and I love that and thought that was incredible.
Over the summer I read Catcher in the Rye. This book had me hypnotized as soon as I read the first page. The way that you could connect to Holden and relate to the feelings he experiences in his everyday life is amazing. Then as his depression comes on and the story ends, it left me craving for more. I discussed the ending with my family for three days. I could not stop thinking about what happened to Holden Caulfield. This intense thought for more makes the book even better and makes it so the book does not end on the final page. Holden was depressed or had something else wrong with him, and we never find what happens there. Holden also has to continue in school, but we do not know where he goes or if he is even able to remain in that school without being expelled. This book truly is an all time great.
The best book I ever read was "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck. Just the flow of the writing, coupled with the rich character development makes the entire story connect from point to point that makes the ending inevitable, but interesting all the same. Also, the book has strong biblical parallels, as it is based of the story of Cain and Abel from the Christian Bible, so those who know the story will already understand how it must end. But the fact that there is a twist on the original tale, and the fact that the character Cal has one of the most relatable moral struggles makes it an amazing read. I enjoy reading because it takes me to different places and times, which is so nice for someone who becomes bored easily. Also, it really does cause me to think of concepts and problems in the world I love in that I would never had considered before, and shows me elegant ways to discuss them. I guess the books that are most memorable me are those who take the issues that have transcended time, and find a way to tell a story with them in a different way. I'm found of rich prose, so authors who can craft stories that have lines that put words to a feeling I have only ever felt before is beautiful.
The best books I ever read were the Percy Jackson/Heroes of Olympus books simply because they were never boring, and the story was really gripping with some amazing characters. It also did a fantastic job of describing Ancient Greek and Roman mythology and culture. I enjoy reading books that have a really tight story, meaning that there are not a ton of plot holes and I really liked books that balanced exposition and action. I could never stand books that were always action or books that were only story. I also really like crime novels, as those keep you guessing and I like to see if I know who the main antagonist is before the book is over. Certain books become memorable to me when I go out of my way to read them, which I almost never do to books. I also like books that have a bunch of subliminal messages that you never truly see until you reread the book.
My number one book of all time is The Guest List by Fern Michaels. It was one of the first books that I read cover to cover. With most books, I get bored and can't find the motivation to read it through. The Guest List was a page turner about a girl who was born with a large birthmark across her face and her mother hated her because of it. As she got older, both of her parents "commuted suicide". Abby grew up to be an author. She looked back into her parents death and found something fishy so she investigated. I won't say anymore. But the excitement of the book simply made me want to read it. I love the suspension of the plot and the huge twist that is thrown in.
The best book I ever read was Unbroken, it was challenging to read, had a great story, and most of all was captivating. I love reading books that keep me interested throughout the entire story, the books that even in the few dry and boring pages still encourage you to persevere through the end because you want to know what happens. Unbroken had it all, great writing that wasn't too easy for me, an interesting story that kept you turning every page, and most of all it gave me a sense of disbelief throughout the entire novel. It was based off a true story and that just kept me thinking how could this be true? That is what made it so memorable.
My favorite book is Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. I like it because Voldemort is never actually there in the book which I guess I find sort of comforting. I also enjoyed reading about all the fun, quirky, little shops in Hogsmeade and how Griffindor won the Quidditch Cup when their team was the same as when Harry started school. It's overall, I think, one of the happiest books in the series because it's still in the part of the series where Voldemort hasn't come back and times are simple and Harry is happy with his newfound godfather, Sirius.
I read Of Mice and Men over the summer, and I actually enjoyed it. Just the freedom and the adventures that George and Lennie had together was so intriguing and interesting to experience with them. Although, the end was actually terrible, I could not stop reading Of Mice and Men. This book made me want to go and live that kind of lifestyle and maybe own a small plot of land with crops and animals. Even if Of Mice and Men is not the best book I have ever read, The Magic Treehouse is, I enjoyed it.
My favorite book is The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid by Bill Bryson. This book was so enjoyable and memorable because the way Mr. Bryson wrote it. His writing in a way seemed normal, he never shied away from anything taboo, and he wrote like someone would talk, none of the Shakespeare stuff. The most memorable books are the ones you understand and relate to. I used to enjoy reading because it gave me pleasure, while for the most part that is still true, I like to read books now for the knowledge I gain as well.
The best book I ever read is The Fault In Our Stars. This book has an unbelievable storyline and plot that makes the book very enjoyable. The author, John Green, does a very good job to connect you to the characters. When I read the book, I became very connected with the characters and it was as if I was one of them. I love all of John Green's books and would recommend them to anyone who can read.
I simply cannot choose one favorite book so I'll tell you about one of my favorite series. My favorite book series is probably Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. I have read these for years and recently was able to find some antique copies that now are my favorite things that I own. I feel like these have been memorable to me because of how brilliant they are. I'm kind of a huge nerd so his whole thinking process fascinates me. I also love how they have lasted so many years and still remain popular and I think that is partially because while Sherlock can be a total jerk you somehow still care about him. I feel like this makes him more human to the reader along with the relationships he has with the people around him. Honestly I could talk about these books for forever but these are a few of the reasons that I love them so much.
I recently read Paper Towns by John Green, and basically anything he writes and great and this book was yet another reflection of his genius. The first and last part of the book were my favorite because there was both more comedy and action which is my favorite part. Overall this book was really fun to read and I can't wait to see how the movie mirrors it.
ReplyDeleteThe best book I have ever read was 1984. I am pretty sure everyone in my class also read this in 9th grade. I loved 1984 because it blew my mind, and made me question everything! 1984 also reminds me of 9th grade year, a year I really enjoyed. I enjoy books that give me a new perspective, like Anthem. The books that I find most memorable are those types of books.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite book has been Anthem for a while, but because there are a lot of people who will talk about that, I'm going to pick a different one.
ReplyDelete"Robot Visions" by Isaac Asimov is a collection of intensely plot-twisted stories detailing the ethics of artificial intelligence and conundrums of logic and morality. It gives a perspective of humanity as a whole from the perspective of machines. It helped me understand human nature. I would recommend reading anything by Ayn Rand or Isaac Asimov.
My favorite book of all time is The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss because it presents a tale of unparalleled suspense and backstory (backstory only rivaled by LOTR) written in a nearly poetic quality of writing. I love to read, always have, however I don't get much time to free read anymore, and I strive to set more time aside to find pleasure in reading a good book of my choice for no reason except enjoyment. I've always loved being able to get lost in a world other than my own, and in my experience the best ways to do that are books and video games, books being the more sophisticated of the two. The books that really stand out to me are the ones I can connect to, especially when they take place in an impossible world but still manage to relate to my life or even just distract me from the real world completely and whenever I choose.
ReplyDeleteReading has been a genuine passion for me since kindergarten. Unfortunately, I have struggled to make time for pleasure reading throughout the last year, so I haven't read as many books as I would like. However, I finally got around to reading "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak last winter. I now consider it to be one of my favorite books. The plot was very engaging for me, since it is set during the Holocaust, a subject which I have a bit of a morbid fascination with. Additionally, the author's writing style is amazing because he knows how to use very thorough and descriptive writing without boring the reader. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a captivating and thought-provoking book.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I have three favorite books, the one that I want to talk about is The Wednesday Wars. For the longest time I wasn't able to explain why I liked it so much. It's for the 5th and 6th grade reading level, so it isn't very challenging. And on the surface, it's pretty much any book you've ever read. The main character, Holling Hoodhood (weird name, I know) is convinced that his teacher hates him, and is also trying to kill him. But the book is different than it appears. It takes place in 1963, during the Vietnam War, and many of the themes of the era make an appearence in the book. As the book progresses, the messages and writing becomes more and more meaningful, drifting from the shallow concerns of an adolescent, to the perspective of a young man during changing times. Holling matures through the book, aided by the teacher he once hated, and the friends he grew to know. He learns about war and peace, the way people will fight change to the death, and how everyone is human, even if we refuse to see it at first.
ReplyDeleteThe best book I ever read was my summer book, mainly because of the superb writing of Tim O'Brien. I liked the blend between reality and surreal, or the lack of blend and the fact that they just devolved into utter confusion. I always enjoy being transported to a certain place in my mind or the feelings that a book can stir up in a person. These I have always loved about reading, and as long as they can make a good story that can cause me to think and feel these things I doubt I will ever lose them. The more a book involves the reader and engages the person looking at its words makes it more than just a bunch of paper bound with glue and a cover. If a book can ascend from reality that makes it all the more memorable. A guide to Windows 7 is just a book, but something like The Things They Carried or the Harry Potter series is much more. It is an idea, and that ensures it will be remembered for ages.
ReplyDeleteThe best book I ever read was The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen. I felt very much connected to the main character because he was a very quick and clever thinker who had many random but useful skills, and was someone that I wished I could be if I lived in the same setting. The book also took very many surprising turns that I didn't see coming at all, and I love that and thought that was incredible.
ReplyDeleteOver the summer I read Catcher in the Rye. This book had me hypnotized as soon as I read the first page. The way that you could connect to Holden and relate to the feelings he experiences in his everyday life is amazing. Then as his depression comes on and the story ends, it left me craving for more. I discussed the ending with my family for three days. I could not stop thinking about what happened to Holden Caulfield. This intense thought for more makes the book even better and makes it so the book does not end on the final page. Holden was depressed or had something else wrong with him, and we never find what happens there. Holden also has to continue in school, but we do not know where he goes or if he is even able to remain in that school without being expelled. This book truly is an all time great.
ReplyDeleteThe best book I ever read was "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck. Just the flow of the writing, coupled with the rich character development makes the entire story connect from point to point that makes the ending inevitable, but interesting all the same. Also, the book has strong biblical parallels, as it is based of the story of Cain and Abel from the Christian Bible, so those who know the story will already understand how it must end. But the fact that there is a twist on the original tale, and the fact that the character Cal has one of the most relatable moral struggles makes it an amazing read. I enjoy reading because it takes me to different places and times, which is so nice for someone who becomes bored easily. Also, it really does cause me to think of concepts and problems in the world I love in that I would never had considered before, and shows me elegant ways to discuss them. I guess the books that are most memorable me are those who take the issues that have transcended time, and find a way to tell a story with them in a different way. I'm found of rich prose, so authors who can craft stories that have lines that put words to a feeling I have only ever felt before is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThe best books I ever read were the Percy Jackson/Heroes of Olympus books simply because they were never boring, and the story was really gripping with some amazing characters. It also did a fantastic job of describing Ancient Greek and Roman mythology and culture. I enjoy reading books that have a really tight story, meaning that there are not a ton of plot holes and I really liked books that balanced exposition and action. I could never stand books that were always action or books that were only story. I also really like crime novels, as those keep you guessing and I like to see if I know who the main antagonist is before the book is over. Certain books become memorable to me when I go out of my way to read them, which I almost never do to books. I also like books that have a bunch of subliminal messages that you never truly see until you reread the book.
ReplyDeleteMy number one book of all time is The Guest List by Fern Michaels. It was one of the first books that I read cover to cover. With most books, I get bored and can't find the motivation to read it through. The Guest List was a page turner about a girl who was born with a large birthmark across her face and her mother hated her because of it. As she got older, both of her parents "commuted suicide". Abby grew up to be an author. She looked back into her parents death and found something fishy so she investigated. I won't say anymore. But the excitement of the book simply made me want to read it. I love the suspension of the plot and the huge twist that is thrown in.
ReplyDeleteThe best book I ever read was Unbroken, it was challenging to read, had a great story, and most of all was captivating. I love reading books that keep me interested throughout the entire story, the books that even in the few dry and boring pages still encourage you to persevere through the end because you want to know what happens. Unbroken had it all, great writing that wasn't too easy for me, an interesting story that kept you turning every page, and most of all it gave me a sense of disbelief throughout the entire novel. It was based off a true story and that just kept me thinking how could this be true? That is what made it so memorable.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite book is Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. I like it because Voldemort is never actually there in the book which I guess I find sort of comforting. I also enjoyed reading about all the fun, quirky, little shops in Hogsmeade and how Griffindor won the Quidditch Cup when their team was the same as when Harry started school. It's overall, I think, one of the happiest books in the series because it's still in the part of the series where Voldemort hasn't come back and times are simple and Harry is happy with his newfound godfather, Sirius.
ReplyDeleteI read Of Mice and Men over the summer, and I actually enjoyed it. Just the freedom and the adventures that George and Lennie had together was so intriguing and interesting to experience with them. Although, the end was actually terrible, I could not stop reading Of Mice and Men. This book made me want to go and live that kind of lifestyle and maybe own a small plot of land with crops and animals. Even if Of Mice and Men is not the best book I have ever read, The Magic Treehouse is, I enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite book is The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid by Bill Bryson. This book was so enjoyable and memorable because the way Mr. Bryson wrote it. His writing in a way seemed normal, he never shied away from anything taboo, and he wrote like someone would talk, none of the Shakespeare stuff. The most memorable books are the ones you understand and relate to. I used to enjoy reading because it gave me pleasure, while for the most part that is still true, I like to read books now for the knowledge I gain as well.
ReplyDeleteThe best book I ever read is The Fault In Our Stars. This book has an unbelievable storyline and plot that makes the book very enjoyable. The author, John Green, does a very good job to connect you to the characters. When I read the book, I became very connected with the characters and it was as if I was one of them. I love all of John Green's books and would recommend them to anyone who can read.
ReplyDeleteI simply cannot choose one favorite book so I'll tell you about one of my favorite series. My favorite book series is probably Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. I have read these for years and recently was able to find some antique copies that now are my favorite things that I own. I feel like these have been memorable to me because of how brilliant they are. I'm kind of a huge nerd so his whole thinking process fascinates me. I also love how they have lasted so many years and still remain popular and I think that is partially because while Sherlock can be a total jerk you somehow still care about him. I feel like this makes him more human to the reader along with the relationships he has with the people around him. Honestly I could talk about these books for forever but these are a few of the reasons that I love them so much.
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