I had mixed feelings about this book of short stories. Some of them are pretty creepy, something fun to read when your home alone one night, but most I had mixed feelings about this book of short stories. Some of them are pretty creepy, something fun to read when your home alone one night, but most just didn't cut it for me. Some were just weird and I'm still trying to figure out what's supposed to be scary about them, and others are laughably stupid. One actually tries to make you scared of deer--DEER. I mean I give the author credit for their effort and creativity, but seriously... I'd have to say that my favorite by far was "collect call" and its sequel "The Black Walker". Admittedly it was pretty predictable and some parts were stupid, but it was one of the creepier ones. I would also recommend "The Doll", "House of Horrors", and "The Spell". While I didn't find it very creepy I do give kudos to A. Bates for "Deathflash" which is probably one of the most creative stories I have ever read. Oh, and I think "Lucinda" was a pretty good one as well. ...more
This book was unique and captivating. It's definitely intended for younger kids, but it's still good all the same. Similar to another of Jerry SpinellThis book was unique and captivating. It's definitely intended for younger kids, but it's still good all the same. Similar to another of Jerry Spinelli's books, Stargirl, it tells young readers that they don't have to give in to peer pressure. If they don't feel something is right, they need to voice their opinion. This is an important idea to instill at a young age in preparation for teenage-hood, kids need to know that they don't have to follow the crowd, even if it seems as if they're the only one. ...more
I LOVED THIS BOOK. Jerry Spinelli has a very unique style of writing and in my experience he writes from the heart. This book has the wonderful messagI LOVED THIS BOOK. Jerry Spinelli has a very unique style of writing and in my experience he writes from the heart. This book has the wonderful message of being yourself and not being afraid to break free of the crowd. He also tells his readers to step outside yourself enough to notice people and care for them. Another life lesson that I got from it: do not allow yourself to live in regret. Get out of your comfort zone and live every moment to the fullest. I know from my review, it may sound kind of cheesy, but this book is really good and very relate-able. It actually does a pretty good job of describing the usual high school body--them, a mass all essentially the same, too self-conscious to set themselves apart, and the heartbreak that comes from the cruelty of some kids. I didn't realize until after I discussed this book with my class that I was like the narrator, so self-conscious I was shying away from anything different, trying to get my crazy friends to blend in with me. Now I know it's more fun to be my true self: a complete and total dork, and proud of it! This book has definitely made a difference in my life. ...more
Don't judge this book as one intended for teenage girls obsessed with how they look. This book creates a whole futuristic world, another classic seemiDon't judge this book as one intended for teenage girls obsessed with how they look. This book creates a whole futuristic world, another classic seemingly utopia/actual distopia sci fi, which is intriguing for every age boy or girl. This book actually deters shallow thinking and encourages people to "not be a follower" as my geography teacher says. There is much more action than you might suspect and it only get's more suspenseful as the series goes on. READ IT. ...more
My brother recommended that I read this book when the movie came out. "The book's better," he said and in many ways I agree. The movie made absolutelyMy brother recommended that I read this book when the movie came out. "The book's better," he said and in many ways I agree. The movie made absolutely no sense (what was with the freakin butterflies?!!), the creatures were some sort of zombies instead of vampires, and there was no connection to the title at all. The book, however, made a heck of a lot more sense, went into great detail about the "vampirus" that had plagued the majority of the population, and at the end, guess what, you find out why it's called I Am Legend. Admittedly I did enjoy the movie, but there were so many edge of your seat suspenseful moments that were in the book that were missing in the movie. The vampires in the book also knew exactly what they were doing and did everything they could to try to get to Robert. There's also much more of that sense of loss in the book as his ex-best friend is constantly tormenting him and screaming "Come out Neville!" and his wife and daughter die much more brutally. Anyway, long story short, READ THE BOOK, IT'S BETTER THAN THE MOVIE.
I do NOT recommend this book. I couldn't take the killer seriously and the plot was overly predictable. It's always disappointing when you can see theI do NOT recommend this book. I couldn't take the killer seriously and the plot was overly predictable. It's always disappointing when you can see the "twist" ending coming from a mile away. It wasn't even creepy at all, just boring. Sorry, there I go, being harsh again....more
I know, shame, shame. I NEED TO READ THIS. I loved all the books that proceeded it and I know I'll love this one too! But don't worry, it's high up onI know, shame, shame. I NEED TO READ THIS. I loved all the books that proceeded it and I know I'll love this one too! But don't worry, it's high up on my list of books to read. ...more
AMAZING and even though it's a science fiction and most would assume it's just there for entertainment, this one really has a message. It tells kids tAMAZING and even though it's a science fiction and most would assume it's just there for entertainment, this one really has a message. It tells kids that they don't need to be a freak of nature to make a difference and that there are a lot of things that are worth defending. Once again, READ IT!!!! ...more
WOW!! The first time I saw the cover of this book it was like love at first sight, and unlike some books, it lived up to my high expectations. It's eaWOW!! The first time I saw the cover of this book it was like love at first sight, and unlike some books, it lived up to my high expectations. It's easy to read, but the characters are so lovable and complicated and the storyline so intense, that you would hardly notice. Besides, it is from the point of view of a fifteen year old girl and her character really shines through. It is pretty thick, but I flew through this like Max and her friends. READ THIS BOOK!!!...more
I read this book on a whim a few summers ago, but somehow the storyline really stuck with me. It had a lot of dark humor, lightening the mood of the mI read this book on a whim a few summers ago, but somehow the storyline really stuck with me. It had a lot of dark humor, lightening the mood of the mental institution. I was hooked until the very end, following the protagonists current journey in the mental institution and the friends she makes there and her gripping past which eventually reveals why she is there. It was pretty shocking, and sad, but ends on a light note and gives you the feeling that she can finally move on. I would recommend it. ...more
One of my favorite books in the series. I didn't particularly like the movie. How I imagined it from the book was way cooler! Harry Potter is just aweOne of my favorite books in the series. I didn't particularly like the movie. How I imagined it from the book was way cooler! Harry Potter is just awesome. It's almost like it's several different genres: fantasy, horror, romance, and comedy all perfectly blended to make an amazing series. These books really captured my imagination as a child and still make me laugh and keep me on the edge of my seat when I reread them. J.K. Rowling is a genius. I don't know how she does it. :D...more
I'm not very far in this book, but so far it's interesting. The authors take on ghosts is certainly unique...I'm not very far in this book, but so far it's interesting. The authors take on ghosts is certainly unique......more
I've like barely started this, but so far it's good. It sounds promising.I've like barely started this, but so far it's good. It sounds promising....more
Loved it! Absolutely loved it! Intense, creepy, my kind of book. I would very much recommend this book to horror geeks like myself, those obsessed witLoved it! Absolutely loved it! Intense, creepy, my kind of book. I would very much recommend this book to horror geeks like myself, those obsessed with the supernatural like myself, vampire lovers like myself, etc, etc. If you liked the Twilight series, there is a huge chance you will also fall in love with this book. If you thought the Twilight series was disappointing in the creepy area or in some other ways an insult to vampire folklore, there is a huge chance you will fall in love with this book. I NEED TO READ THE NEXT TWO BOOKS!!!!!! FYI I'm not as big of a freak as I sound :D I'm just a dork. ...more
I liked this book because, well, the subject matter mostly. It also had a pretty unique underlying story that I found very captivating. I found it sufI liked this book because, well, the subject matter mostly. It also had a pretty unique underlying story that I found very captivating. I found it sufficiently creepy and I really liked the character of Simon. However there was a lot of Simon telling his history--in one sitting at that--and I don't know, it would have been more interesting if it had come out some other way, like bits and pieces throughout. But hey, maybe that's just me. Overall I was very pleased with this book, even if the ending saddened me. ...more
Okay, this may sound harsh, but this book ruined the whole series for me. It was so...disappointing. I mean sure there was some intense parts, but oveOkay, this may sound harsh, but this book ruined the whole series for me. It was so...disappointing. I mean sure there was some intense parts, but overall there was very little action and it had too much "mature content" for my liking. Being a horror fan, I was also disappointed that the baby wasn't evil, but maybe that's because I'm remembering Angel--my first vampire love. I have been a vampire fan long before this series came out and I guess I just felt this book really didn't do my fav mythical creature justice. Yeah, that sounds harsh. Sorry all you Twilight fans, I really was one of you once! ...more
I actually did a book report on this in elementary school, and I think I bought it. It was definately worth it. It was as intense and amazing as the oI actually did a book report on this in elementary school, and I think I bought it. It was definately worth it. It was as intense and amazing as the other books in the series and was frighteningly realistic. I would recommend it! ...more
I really loved this book and not just because one of my friends looks like one of the people on the cover. Haha. I just realized I actually need to reI really loved this book and not just because one of my friends looks like one of the people on the cover. Haha. I just realized I actually need to reread this book, because I can't remember the end. However, I do remember that it was intense and I recommend it. :D ...more
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