Book Review: Flipped

Title: Flipped

Author: Wendelin van Draanen

Format: eBook

Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

Ah, puppy love! It’s the reason why girls giggle, boys feel embarrassed when teased and why our hearts keep beating. Flipped is a story about two completely opposite middle-schoolers who share their story about experiencing love. If you think that this is another “girl-loves-boy-but-dumps-her-and-later-boy-loves-girl-but-dumps-him” story, then you are correct. The plot is totally predictable (as all romance books, are) but what kept me going was that I wanted to see the change of emotions the characters experience.

First, we have our girl, Juli Baker. She’s Earth’s own daughter, lover of all creatures that breathe, klutzy and sometimes clueless. Next is our lover boy, Bryce Loski. He’s the shy type, the handsome boy every girl is dying to be with. Sure, he maybe a coward and a bit in denial with his feelings but things become different late on. Their relationship was like Tom and Jerry’s. One desperately avoids the other while one chases the other. It’s like that until the end of the book. J

The book is written in an alternate point of view of Juli and Bryce. The author’s writing style was simple yet classy and romantic but funny. It’s funny alright. I could’ve easily given this book a perfect 5. I mean, it’s totally realistic and totally relatable but the ENDING, ugh, the ENDING. It totally didn’t work for me. When you’re writing a romance novel, you just have to satisfy the audience with the ending. It just didn’t work for me, I’m sorry.

So, overall, it’s a good book, with a dash of romance and a pinch of humor, this book is definitely a re-read.

Book Review: The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Title: The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Author: Stephen Chbosky

Format: eBook

Rating: 4 . 0 / 5 . 0

Have you ever read a book that's absolutely relatable and you end up saying "Been there, done that" or "S***! I've been through that feeling!" at almost every page? If not, then you should try reading this book by Mr. Chbosky. Okay, the only reason I picked up this book was that I heard there was going to be a movie and so I wanted to read it first just in case I planned on watching the movie. While it might have taken me a few days to read through this whole thing (hey, I hate reading ebooks), it was certainly worth it.

This book is about Charlie, who writes letters to his "friend", telling him about almost all the stuff he's been through: high school, family problems, socializing with people and his love life. One reason why I loved Charlie was that he's so straightforward with what he wants to say that it could sometimes be pretty funny.

The writing style is in the form of short letters so it’s a pretty quick read. Woosh! The characters are pretty memorable, each with their own different personality. `

Moving on, I definitely recommend this book to every fifteen year old boy out there. This book is just absolutely funny but at the same time, deeply moving as we all reminisce the ups and downs of being a higschooler.

Book Review: The Rise of Nine

Title: The Rise of Nine

Author: Pittacus Lore

Format: Paperback (International Edition)

Rating:  4.2 / 5.0

It’s finally here! Though I have to admit I was much bummed when I knew that this book isn’t as lengthy as the first two books. Nevertheless, I’m still stoked to continue reading the adventure of our favorite aliens. Pittacus Lore’s third book in the Lorien Legacies, THE RISE OF NINE, will not disappoint readers. It’s a perfect example of entertainment: action-packed, suspenseful, and thrilling. One of the reasons why I love this book is that it stars where THE POWER OF SIX left off, not wasting time explaining things that happened on the last book. I cannot say THE RISE OF NINE is perfect but there’s definitely development in the writing style.

First, Character Development. Why yes, there is. The weak Seven and innocent Ten are proving to be more of use than they were on the last book. Our main protagonist, Number Four a.k.a. John, is still head over heels for Sarah. Six and Nine just got more badass, and Eight is surely an entertainer.

Next is the dialogue. Hurrah! We say goodbye to the awkward and monotone dialogues we had in I AM NUMBER FOUR. The joy! There was however, not a lot of Plot Development. Yes, the book did have a happy conclusion but the Garde didn’t do much other than desperately find each other. Also, I didn’t get that “giddiness” I usually have after reading a good book. I felt it after reading I AM NUMBER FOUR and POWER OF SIX but after this book, negative.

So overall, I’m going to give this book 4 stars and hope that the next book is the best one yet and also hope we see Number Five.

Book Review: The Fault In Our Stars

Title: The Fault in Our Stars

Author: John Green

Format: eBook

Rating: 4.7 / 5.0

It’s been a while since I’ve read realistic fiction so reading THE FAULT IN OUR STARS was like reading a book of a new genre. I actually saw this book a couple of times at the local bookstore and until it eventually topped the bestseller for teens here. Curious (but mostly in search of a good book), I decided to read it.

THE FAULT IN OUR STARS focuses on two different teenagers fated by the stars. The main protagonist, Hazel Grace, like any teenager out there just wants to do normal stuff: go out to parties, drink beer, smoke pot, etc. The thing is, she’s diagnosed with lung cancer. She thinks she has no reason to live in this world anymore…until she met Augustus Waters. Who is Augustus “Gus” Waters, you ask? Only one of the hottest basketball players in their school with washboard abs, manly biceps and a godly face that’ll make girls swoon. The book tells us the story of how the two teenagers fall in love and how they struggle to be with each other even if the stars have different plans for them.

While it did not make me cry it definitely made me sad and ask why cancer does nothing but be a bitch in a person’s life. The writing style wasn’t really fancy, although. Mr. Green might throw some Shakespearean verses here and there (which I am NOT familiar with). You begin to love the characters as you finish the book and wish you had the same humor as them.

To conclude, I definitely recommend this masterpiece to bookworms out there and also to those who are just in need of a good romance. 

Countdown to The Rise of Nine

Lorien legacies fans! The Rise of Nine is only a month away and I know you are stoked! (I am too!) That's why the publishers of the Lorien Legacies is giving us some exclusive stuff as the number of pre-orders go up. The biggest reveal is a never before seen story of Number Eight's origin, whom we are about to meet on the next book. So click those pre-order buttons and help spread the word!

You can pre order on the I Am Number Four website here

A Northern Light

Title:     A Northern Light
Author: Jennifer Donnelly
Rating: 4.0 / 5.0




What can I say? I loved it! Well, not "loved-loved" it but nonetheless, loved it. This is probably the first historical fiction novel I've read and I didn't realize books like these could be good. 


This book is about Mattie, a 16 year old student who struggles with the financial needs of her family. Mattie then works at a hotel in the other town where she meets Grace, a guest who wants her to burn all the letters she gave Mattie. The next thing we know, Grace died by drowning in the lake and Mattie discovers the reason of Grace's death through her letters. 

I don't know what to say except that this book seemed very realistic to me. The setting was awesome, the writing style was simple and the characters had different personalities. I also learned a lot of words as the chapters went on. You'll know what I mean when you read it.

Review: Insurgent

Author: Veronica Roth
Rating: 3.5 / 5.0



Let's get this over with. To be honest, I did not get the "thrill" while reading this book. Forgive me, but that's just me. Anyway, the book started where Divergent exactly stopped, which is probably the best part because there were no repetitions at all. Heck, the book was fast paced and full of action (I couldn't keep up with the pace) and the cliffhanger will make you rip your hair off from your head.

The Characters

Character improvement! Yipee! Tris annoyed me all the way to the end, but her character made it seem like she was almost real. Also, you wouldn't see the betrayals, love lost and alliances coming. You'll end up liking the characters you used to hate and hating the ones you loved.

The Plot


Ahh, ze plot. I would give it two thumbs up (Ms. Roth is a natural). Her writing style made it seem like it everything was real. It was carefully crafted and it answered the questions you were thinking of like "Why were the factions created?" and "Why is Jeanine desperate to get rid of the Divergent?." There were "mini climaxes" throughout the book and the "real" climax at the near end will make your armpits sweat. Also, the book ended exactly where it should end where it it make readers anticipate for the final book.

To conclude, I think Insurgent was the best sequel Divergent could have ever had. Although, I would have a year to think about reading the final book of a trilogy I didn't even set my heart on.