Conspiracy by Grace Cavendish (Lady Grace Mysteries)

Lady Grace and her fellow Maids of Honour are travelling with the Queen and the rest of the Court on their summer Progress. It should be lots of fun but Grace can’t help worrying about a series of accidents that have befallen the Queen. Was it just coincidence that she fell off her horse in the same day that a statue tumbled in the garden and almost hit her? Grace, the Queen’s Lady Pursuivant, investigates just who could be behind these accidents – is there a conspiracy at work? Could the Queen’s one true Love, the Earl of Leicester, be involved, or perhaps her trusted advisor, Lord Cecil. And surely her latest suitor, the dashing Swedish prince, wouldn’t be attempting to murder his potential bride? Another fantastic romp through Elizabethan England, with the indomitable Grace at the fore.

I think this is a really great book. I would recommend it. Secondary school kids would enjoy it. O.C. (S1) ****

Exile by Grace Cavendish (Lady Grace Mysteries)

There’s a new arrival – a mysterious and exotic young princess – at court and Lady Grace can’t believe how many rumours there are about her already. The exiled Banoo Yasmine from Sharakand possesses the Heart of Kings Ruby – a huge stone that she wears around her neck. When the jewel goes missing, the finger is pointed at Grace’s friend Ellie.

This book is a really good book for children, teenagers and adults. I think this book should be rated 10 out of 10. I highly recommend it.  E.B. (S1) *****

Deception by Grace Cavendish (Lady Grace Mysteries)

Queen Elizabeth is furious at the delays to the production of her new coin – and so Lady Grace and her fellow Maids of Honour escape her bad temper and set off to skate on the frozen Thames. But, their outing turns sour when a body is discovered on the banks – a man blindfolded with coins on his eyes. Grace is sure something odd is going on.

This book is a really good and catchy children’s book. I think other kids would enjoy it really well. It is a really good book even for adults and teenagers. I would really recommend this book.

O.C. (S1) *****

Stars! (Soccer Squad) by Bali Rai

Rushton Reds are going to be famous. A TV documentary is being made about the team and Chris, Dal, Abs and Jason can’t wait to show off their skills in front of the cameras. But is it more important looking to look like a star, or to play well as part of the team? Will fame go to their heads?

It was very funny, nice and people would love to read it. M.M. (S1)

Invisible Fiends: Mr Mumbles by Barry Hutchison

Kyle hasn’t seen Mr Mumbles in years. And there’s a good reason for that: Mr Mumbles doesn’t exist. But now he is back, Kyle doesn’t have time to worry about why. Only one thing matters – staying alive.

Fantastic. I couldn’t put it down. One of the best books I have ever read. I.R. (S1) *****

Scary, it gave me goosebumps. Dare you to read it at night! 🙂 K.M. (S1) ****

Heroes of Olympus: The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan

When Jason, Piper and Leo crash land at Camp Half-Blood, they have no idea what to expect. Apparently this is the only safe place for children of the Greek Gods – despite the monsters roaming the woods and demigods practising archery with flaming arrows and explosives. But rumours of a terrible curse – and a missing hero – are flying around camp. It seems Jason, Piper and Leo are the chosen ones to embark on a terrifying new quest, which they must complete by the winter solstice. In just four days time. Can the trio succeed on this deadly mission – and what must they sacrifice in order to survive?

Thrilling. Informative. Clever and outstandingly witty. Literally impossible to put down. A great read and a fantastic start to the new series. Riordan continues to inspire and amaze me with his stunning set of stories. I simply cannot wait till fall 2011 for book 2! R.G. (S3) *****

Tommy Sullivan is a Freak by Meg Cabot

Katie Ellison can’t believe it. Just when she’s having the best summer of her life, Tommy Sullivan arrives back in town. Just about everyone hates Tommy for what he did four years ago, and even being seen with him would make Katie a social pariah. So falling in love with him would be the kiss of death. And that’s just what happens.

The book was OK but I didn’t enjoy it that much because I didn’t get what was going on. D.P. (S2) ***

The Enemy by Charlie Higson

When the sickness came, every parent, policeman, politician, every adult, fell ill. The lucky ones died. The others are crazed, confused and hungry. Only children under 14 remain, and they’re fighting to survive. Now there are rumours of a safe place to hide. And so a gang of children begin their quest across London.

It is really good. I recommend everybody to read it all. N.C. (S1) *****

Greatest book I’ve read yet. Well done Mr Higson. M.G. (S1) *****