It was so cool when the kids turned into fairies!

A nice story about a regular boy in a super-powered family, but when the world needs him the most he finds a special power, one he uses to save everyone

This book is nice. It gave a good starting idea of how to use money and how to spend it.

A bit of a slow start, but otherwise a great book. Lots of character development.

Amazing new author! Very well written and difficult to put down. Some where between Patricia Cornwell and James Patterson.

This novel introduced the reader to the gruesome and brutal world of the Hunger Games. It focuses on the dynamics of the Capitol immediately following a devastating civil war, where the leaders decide to punish the rebellious districts by demanding female and male tributes in a manner reminiscent of the ancient Greek Theseus myths. What is most fascinating in this novel is the origin story of the series most sadistic villain: Coriolanus Snow. As I read, it surprised me how much Collins can make the reader understand his overarching ambition, his continual fear of losing status and his single minded determination to regain the wealth and prestige his family enjoyed before the predations of the war. As Corio continually reminds himself: "snow always lands on top" no matter what. His dynamic with Lucy Gray is simultaneously repellent and intriguing. He is attracted to her free spirit even as he considers himself her superior in every way. This is a must read novel to understand the origins of the Hunger Games universe.

This novel (set in a fantasy realm) is a graphic exploration of the oppressive realities that people living under empire are expected to endure, and how they can find freedom and joy within their lives despite that. Shen Tao hinges her world's magical system on poetry and the power of words, and her own prose and poetry are more than up to the task. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys historical fantasy, cdrama-esque political intrigue, and dark twists on romantasy tropes, but do make sure to read the content warnings at the beginning.

I really liked the thought and practicality behind this. It also felt very adaptable to each individuals goals and life, which is a good halmark of lifestyle books to me. Some parts felt like were approaching tin-hat territory, but overall I liked it and found the book valuable. Would read theyagain.

They bought shrimp and fish.

My favorite by Amy Anguish so far! This adaptation of the Cinderella tale is inspiring and hopeful. It was fun to see how Anguish fit all the pieces together to create a fresh retelling.