A heart-filled story about the importance of how we keep our world green and the impact from it. This tale tells of a boy who meets a creature that eats plastic waste but its waste is like acid and burns holes in the ground.the boy works hard to protect it and names it Marvin Gardens.

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I love hades and persephone stories and this one is really good. I wish their communication was better.

It was so nice and sweet on what he did

Interesting and personal insight but I found the actual poetry/prose lacking. The chapter with all rhyming poems felt really out of place

This is a fascinating novel, especially given Ms. Abdullah 's Muslim heritage. My heart went out to the main character, Jodie, who faces so many challenges along with heartbreaking abuse and neglect , yet manages to somehow behave with composure and a certain amount of nobility. Every character in this story has flaws, and yet this very fact makes the story even more compelling. I was impressed at Ms Abdullah 's unflinching portrayal of many Muslim countries treatment of women and the culture clash when this way of life interacts with Western society. The story will keep you guessing as to who is telling the truth until the last few pages. Excellent, compelling writing!

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.

A hilarious sequel to the first book that shows how far Sammy will go to save his friends , and how hard he works to defend his family

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.