Frank Einstein and the Brainturbo

Frank Einstein and the Brainturbo by Jon Scieszka
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

This series is a great one for young readers, as an adult, I start to question things that were never meant to be questioned. If you are a reader that starts wondering about things like where all the adults are when things are happening, you will probably have the same issues I did. For kids, especially ones that are into science, this series is great.

Author: Jon Scieszka
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Publication Date: August 11th 2015

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Princess Decomposia and Count Spatula

Princess Decomposia and Count Spatula by Andi Watson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I wasn't sure what to expect with this book, but it was pretty cute. Princess Decomposia and Count Spatual is a graphic novel about an overworked princess and the new cook. The illustrations really helped to move the story along and bring a new level to it. Princess Decomposia's father was written in such a way that, as a reader, I could sympathize with the struggles Decomposia and Count Spatula had to deal with.

Author: Andi Watson
Publisher: First Second
Publication Date: February 24th 2015

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Island of Graves

Island of Graves by Lisa McMann
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This series has a lot going on for a Middle Grade read. The characters have depth to them, which I appreciate. It's easier to really enjoy the story when you can see the characters growing as the series goes on.

I expected this book to be like the others and spend a decent amount of time on the island, but I was wrong. Even though there is not a lot of time spent on the island, there is enough to give readers an understanding of what happened on the island. I feel that older readers will like the knowing about this island because of the little details that are provided and the new character that is introduced. This is one of those times when the reader has some knowledge about what is going on that the characters do not. I'm so used to having everything in these books be something new, so it was an interesting flip. It makes me wonder how things are going to play out in the next book.

Island of Graves is a great addition to the Unwanteds series.

Author: Lisa McMann
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Publication Date: September 15th 2015

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Everything, Everything

Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I decided to read this book because the movie came out and caught my attention. As of right now, I have not actually watched the movie, so my view of the story is based solely on the book.

I have to admit, I wasn't sure what to expect. Having seen the previews for the movie, I thought I knew the premise of the story, but once I hit the ending, I was surprised. I'm really glad that the story wasn't predictable. There was character growth that helped push the story line forward.

I did have an issue with the ending, just because it brought up questions for me. The ending was a shock, but then I sat there and wondered why no one ever thought to question what was going on. Once the hole was poked in the story, it seemed clear to me that the life the mother had created should have fallen apart long before then. I don't know, that might just be my thought.

All-in-all, a good YA book.

Author: Nicola Yoon
Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Publication Date: 2015

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