Ngọc Trong Đá - Tái bản 01/10/2010 tải về miễn phí cuốn sách

Renato Miño pashingo — Dystopian novels are becoming more and more popular in teen and children’s fiction–so now it’s time to get picky. I haven’t read a lot books from the genre (yet) but I already can say The Water Wars is a good dystopian novel to start with. Fast-paced, suspenseful and nicely developed, The Water Wars is the tale of a group of teens who are at odds with a waterless world and a controlling monopoly who possess a carefully guarded secret...and a terrifying plan. Though the idea of a drought-ridden planet is not entirely “new”, I felt as if Stracher composed it as a fresh idea by slowly introducing the environment, characters and their way of life. I also liked how he introduced our main character’s voice, which reminded me a lot of Guy Montag in Fahrenheit 451; Vera constantly struggled (and often denied) the fact that perhaps the powerful authorities who promised to keep the people of the broken up territories safe, had entirely different agenda. Throughout the book there is a very strong sense of political views (much like Fahrenheit 451 or 1985, etc.) which plays a major role in the entire plot. I can see how some readers will be in a sense “turned-off” by this or will enjoy it all the better–as for myself, I think it made the book all the more worthwhile. What good is a dystopian novel if there’s isn’t some kind of friction with naturalistic changes and/or humanity? The semi-objective first person narrative made the story even more intriguing–the details were epic, Vera’s world made me thirstier with every page. Stracher managed to keep me guessing through most the book and kept the turn of events rolling quite nicely. Towards the end it got a little predictable but it was a great finish. I would definitely read more by Stracher and perhaps more books from the dystopian genre too. Recommendation: Teens and tweens who enjoy dystopian or who want to try something new–ages 12+ Content: Some sensuality (PG) Full review at booksandliteratureforteens.blogspot.com

Baradon люблю baradon — this series is a barrel of laughs... the characters are so quirky and fun. yes, the books are mindless and predictable, but sometimes that is what it is all about! like watching the OC.

Nella Yarita nellayarit791a — Gotta be honest, not my favorite Austen. But this is Jane we're talking about and she can do no wrong. I just prefer some of her other books over this one.

Radar Architectureart radar_amsterdam — This novel does not have anything to do with the Benjamin Button movie, but it is about a man who ages backwards. It takes place in early 20th century San Francisco. Central to the story is Max's love for the woman who becomes his wife but can never really know him.

Aleksandra Iwona _leksandra_atoka — Could have done without all the sexual activity, but has a very interesting, original take and characterization of superheroes.

Paulina Zygmunt paulinazygmunt — A disappointment after reading the Plum series. The comedy felt forced and the writing was cliche. Not my best pick.

Vladimir 4etverikov _ — More reasons not to eat fast food...along the same lines as Food Nation and The Omnivore's Dilemma...I'll never look at a winter tomato in the supermarket the same way again. The economics were fascinating and I really appreciated that Estabrook included examples of how farmers are able to build a viable business selling locally and on a small scale. The laborers stories were the most powerful, as well as the stories of those trying to make life bearable for them and their families.