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Teen Fiction Reviews from 8th Grade StudentsWritten During Past Summer Reading Programs

All ratings are out of 5, with 1 being the worst and 5 being the best

Lucky by Cecily Von Ziegesar

Genre: Romance

Rating: 5 stars

Review Written by Someone in Grade 8

Jenny has just been invited to one of the coolest parties at Waverly Academy. Too bad it results in a barn burning down. Whoever set the barn on fire will be expelled immediately. When Tinsley starts blaming Jenny for something Callie (her roommate) did, Jenny starts to fight back. As Jenny is almost expelled, and unexpected person comes to her rescue. Find out whom in Lucky.

Tempted by Cecily Von Ziegesar

Genre: Romance, Drama

Rating: 5 Stars


When Jenny takes the blame for burning down a barn, she thinks her life at Waverly Academy is over. But when she is unexpectedly saved, she decides to find out who saved her. Jenny decides to go to the Halloween Masquerade Ball to unveil her secret admirer. When Easy Walsh hears that Callie and Tinsley (Jenny's roommates) try to get her kicked out, Easy dumps Callie, however Callie is determined to get Easy back. She decides to go to the Masquerade Ball as Cinderella to get him back. But who has the real fairytale ending? Find out in Tempted.

Sleep Away Girls by Jen Calonita

Genre: Drama, Romance

Rating: 5 stars


With Samantha Montgomery's best friend occupied for the summer with her new boyfriend, Sam decides to go to a sleep away camp. When Sam arrives, she realizes that she is the only new Counselor in Training, while all of the others have been there for countless years, including Ashley Hitchens, the raining alpha of Camp Whispering Pines. With Ashley after Sam for trying to take her status and Sam stuck between two guys, Sam knows that this summer is going to be crazy! So, she and her 3 other friends start the Sleep away Girls, where they share all of their thoughts. Follow Sam and her friends on their crazy journey at Camp Whispering Pines!

Wintergirls by Laurie Halse Anderson

Genre: Drama

Rating: 5 stars


When Lia's best friend, Cassie, dies, it is up to Lia to be the thinnest, even though she knows that she won between her and Cassie. Lia keeps her calorie count insanely low, skips meals, and exercises excessively. All of which makes her unrealistically skinny that she has to get weekly weigh ins, which she fudges the scale for. Soon her obsession with her weight becomes worse and she has to live with her mom to be monitored, so that she doesn't die from being too skinny. At the end of the book, Lia begins to recover from her anorexia. I liked Wintergirls because it showed the real side of anorexia.

The Ashleys: Jealous? by Melissa De La Cruz

Genre: Drama

Rating: 5 stars


When Lauren Page saves Ashley Spencer's life, Lauren is in the in-crowd with the Ashleys. However, when a new website is started called ashleyrank.com, the Ashleys, as well as Lauren are being rated. Although Ashley Spencer doesn't want Lauren, she likes the perks that come with her, such as starring in a reality TV show. The TV. show makes a complete fool of Ashley Spencer, which puts Ashley Li (Lili) on top. Watch Ashley Spencer crumble in the Ashleys: Jealous?

L.A. Candy by Lauran Conrad

Genre: Drama

Rating: 5 stars


When Jane Roberts and her best friend, Scarlett, move to L.A., Jane expects to work and party with her. But, when they are approached by a producer at a club for a reality TV show, Scarlett isn’t certain about what she wants to do. Jane agrees to be on the show and Scarlett decides to follow. Jane becomes an instant TV. star and isn't accustomed to being a celebrity. Follow Jane and Scarlett's crazy life in L.A. as they become celebrities.

Last Christmas: The Private Prequel by Kate Brian

Genre: Romance, Drama

Rating: 5 stars


When Ariana Osgood gets trapped on the Easton Academy campus on the first night of her Christmas vacation, she finds herself with Thomas Pearson, the bad boy of Easton. Instead of being in Vermont with her boyfriend Daniel Ryan, she lives in Ketlar, one of the boys dorms, with Thomas Pearson. Soon Ariana realizes that someone is taking pictures of her and Thomas; turning her Christmas vacation into a nightmare. When Ariana punishes the wrong person, it’s up to her to find the real stalker. Follow Ariana's crazy winter break adventure in Last Christmas.

Private by Kate Brian

Genre: Drama

Rating: 5 stars


When Reed Brennan gets a scholarship to attend Easton Academy, she is ready to go and get away from her Pennsylvania hometown. However, when Reed arrives, she feels like an outsider until she meets the Billings girls. They are the most popular students on campus and Reed is willing to do anything to be a Billings girl. Reed does everything to be a Billings girl and when she is invited to move into Billings, she thinks that she is finally a Billings girl. Except when Reed realizes that she is going to have to do more to be a Billings girl, is she willing to work for it? Find out in Private.

Invitation Only by Kate Brian

Genre: Drama

Rating: 5 stars


Now that Reed is a Billings girl and done working for it, she is one of the coolest, most popular people on campus and with it comes being invited to the best parties. When some photos of Reed are taken in an awkward position, Reed finds herself being blackmailed with the photos. But when Reed’s boyfriend, Thomas, goes missing, everyone thinks he will show up at the Legacy party, but Reed isn’t so sure. When Reed comes back from the Legacy without Thomas, she is stunned to find him back at Easton with a surprise. Find out what happens to Reed in Invitation Only.

The Alchemyst by Michael Scott

Genre: Fantasy

Rating: 5 stars

Review written by someone in Grade 8

The Alchemyst is the first in a series of books by Michael Scott. It is about twins Sophie and Josh, who live in San Francisco. But when a mysterious man who smells like rotten eggs comes, their world changes forever. They find out that Josh's boss and his wife are the legendary, immortal Nicholas and Perenelle Flamel. Perenelle is kidnapped by immortal John Dee (the rotten egg man), who is trying to get the Book of Abraham the Mage, which holds the secrets to immortality, endless riches... and the ability to return the ancient, powerful, dangerous Elder race, who think of humans as slaves or food, to the world. Dee manages to get most of the Book, but Josh saved the last 2 pages, which hold the secret to the Final Summoning of the Elder race. Sophie, Josh, and Nicholas Flamel start a dangerous, exciting journey

around the world to Awaken Sophie and Josh's magical powers while being chased by Dee and the Dark Elders. The Alchemyst is a great book.

The Magician by Michael Scott

Genre: Fantasy

Rating: 5 stars


The Magician is the second book in the Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series. In the beginning of the book, Sophie, Josh, Nicholas and Scatty are in Paris, the city where Nicholas was born. They run into a new enemy, immortal human Niccolo Machiavelli, who is on the side of the Elders. Perenelle is still locked up in Alcatraz, trying to escape with the help of some ghosts. Sophie starts learning the magic of fire from Comte de Saint-Germain, another immortal human (who also happens to be a rock star), while Josh is still jealous that his powers haven't been Awakened yet. Want to learn what happens next? Read the book.

The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan

Genre: Fantasy /Action

Rating: 5 stars


The Last Olympian is the fifth and final book of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. Percy and his friends have to defend Manhattan and Olympus from an invasion of Kronos's army while the gods are fighting Typhon, the father of all monsters. Percy becomes invincible by taking on the curse of Achilles. There a lot of really intense battles and some romance too. This is a great book for all ages, but older kids will probably like it more. The other books in the series are The Lightning Thief, The Sea of Monsters, The Titan's Curse, and The Battle of the Labyrinth. All the books in this series are great!

Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Genre: SciFi/disaster novel

Rating: 5 stars


When an asteroid crashes into the moon, forcing it closer to the Earth, the world changes forever. Tides grow so big that places like Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Florida disappear. The Statue of Liberty is swept out to sea. Earthquakes, tsunamis, thunderstorms, and volcanic eruptions start to happen. Climate changes dramatically, causing temperatures to be in the 100's in the July, then drop to below zero by September. All electricity goes crazy, going out for hours, days, even weeks at a time, and communications are down after about a week. Gas prices rise to $35 for three gallons or $12 for one. Illnesses and diseases spread. The world is in chaos. And 16 year old Miranda's world is torn apart

at the seams. Life As We Knew It is the story of the dramatic changes in the world and how Miranda and her family survive.

Melanie In Manhattan by Carol Weston

Genre: Humor

Rating: 3 stars


In this book, Melanie has just come back from Spain. In Spain, she meets her mom's old boyfriend's son, Miguel. When she gets back home she misses him a lot and they start emailing. When Melanie finds out Miguel is coming to New York, she is sooooooo happy! But what if her feelings have changed for Miguel?

Melanie Martin Goes Dutch by Carol Weston

Genre: Humor

Rating: 4 stars


This book is a bout a girl named Melanie who is almost in 5th grade. During the summer, her family decides to go to Amsterdam for vacation. They decide to take Melanie's best friend, Cecily, with them. Melanie is so excited! But when they get to Amsterdam, Melanie slowly regrets bringing Cecily. It seems that everyone likes Cecily better then her! He parents, her brother, and even the cute tour guide! Will Melanie and Cecily's friendship be ruined forever?

Miles To Go by Miley Cyrus

Genre: Biography

Rating: 5 stars


In her biography, Miley tells the story of her life before the show Hannah Montana and her life during Hanna Montana. Miley's been there all, mean girls, middle school, boy drama, acne drama, and more. When Miley's agent, Margot, called and said she wanted Miley to send a tape to Disney of her reading for Lily for the knew show, Hannah Montana, Miley new this was her shot. After she sent in the tape, Disney wanted her to make another tape of her reading as Hannah! But Disney decided she was too young to play Hannah. Soon enough, Disney called again saying they wanted Miley to audition in person! It took 3 more auditions for Miley until she FINALLY got the role of Chloe Stewart/Hannah Montanna(later to be known as Miley Stewart).Join Miley in this funny, heart-warming story of how she got to where she is today.

Miracle on 49th Street by Mike Lupica

Genre: Realistic Fiction/Sports

Rating: 4 stars


Miracle on 49th Street is a very powerful book about a girl named Molly. In the beginning of the book, Molly loses her mom. She tries to find her "father", her mom's ex-boyfriend who's also a basketball star playing for the Celtics. Molly has 3 months to convince him that he's her father and to stay in Boston. I'd recommend this book to anyone who likes tough stories and sports books.

My Life in Pink and Green by Lisa Greenwald

Genre: Realistic Fiction

Rating: 5 stars


This book is about a girl who is trying to save her family's pharmacy from going bankrupt. She gives people makeovers for free, with the purchase of a few products. Soon, Lucy is giving makeovers to girls for every event in Old Mill, Connecticut. She also makes friends with girls from every age group. But is this enough to save her family's pharmacy?

New Moon by Stephenie Meyer

Genre: horror and romance and super natural

Rating: 5 stars


I loved this book it is so exiting. I fell in love with this book. the book wont let you put it down I finished this book in 3 days and I went to bed at like 12 each night reading i read after camp and after swimming and during dinner. I love this book. I personally love romantic books and this was a great book I recomend it. when Edward left it mad me cry. You should

Nicholas and Alexandra by Robert K. Massie

Genre: Nonfiction. History

Rating: 5 stars


This book is about the Romanov family's impact on Russia's history. It tells about the revolution and the autocracy. It also tells about World War 1 and their Allies. Though this book holds loads of history, it is still very entertaining. It grabs your attention from the beginning, making you want to know the tragic tale of the Tsar, Tsaritsa, and their family.

Notorious by Cecily Von Ziegesar


Rating: 5 stars


Tinsley Carmichal is back on the Waverly campus after being expelled last year, and is rooming with Brett, Callie (her old roommates), and Jenny, the new girl from New York. Tinsley used to be the most popular, but Jenny is stealing the spotlight, something that Tinsley is not too happy about, and makes Jenny's life miserable. Jenny also starts to date Callie's ex- boyfriend, Easy Walsh, which Callie doesn't like, since she still likes him. Everyone on campus thinks Jenny's the it girl, but not unless Tinsley and Callie say so. Follow Tinsley and Callie to become the it girl on campus, and Jenny to stay as the it girl. I like Notorious because it really highlights drama at school.

Oh. My. Gods. by Terra Lynn Childs

Genre: Fantasy

Rating: 5 stars


All Phoebe wants is to go to USC on a cross country scholarship. But when her (widowed) mom comes back from a trip in Greece engaged, Phoebe's world changes forever. She moves to Greece and finds out that her new school is actually a secret school for descendants of the Greek gods. And they all have supernatural powers. But when her evil stepsister Stella makes a deal with her (Greek tutoring in exchange for splitting up the golden couple), Phoebe ends up finding true love.

One Night by Debbie Macomber

Rating: 5 stars


This was an amazing book! I really did read it twice. It is sooooooo romantic. It is about two coworkers who have to learn not to hate each other. If they don't them will both lose their jobs? It is also a thriller alongside because of the mystery tangled up in the plot.

Out of Africa by Isak Dinesan

Rating: 2 stars


This is a... different kind of book. There is not much plot. It is mostly little tales of her life on the coffee plantation. They connect you to her world and her people. They make you feel sad when she has to leave her home of so long and her friends and people who became like family to her.

P.S. I Loathe You by Lisi Harrison


Rating: 3 stars


In this book, Massie is so over her ex and is into a new guy, Demsey, and tries to get his attention however way she can. When Demsey joins the soccer team, Massie decides this is the perfect opportunity to start her very own cheerleading squad!(to cheer on Dempsey of course!. But what if someone else is trying to steal Dempsey's heart? What if one of Massie's friends is actually trying to HELP that person? And what if someone starts liking Massie's EX even though Massie still has a hold on him? IT IS DISASTER FOR THE PRETTY COMMITTEE!

Paparazzi Princess by Jen Calonita

Rating: 5 stars


When it is announced the Family Affair, the hit t.v. show that Kaitlin Burke stars on, is wrapping up its final season, Kaitlin is forced to look at other jobs. But Kaitlin isnâ€™t ready to leave Family Affair, and is having a hard time moving on to another movie, t.v. show, a hit single, or to Broadway. And to add to her mess, she just had a huge fight with her best friend Liz, who has made a new friend. So Kaitlin finds new friends as well, and she ends up in the spotlight a lot, which maybe ruining her career. So when Kaitlin finally takes control of her life (with a little help from her assistant) she realizes that she can move on from Family Affair. Follow Kaitlin in her quest to find the perfect new job in Paparazzi Princess.

Paradise Lost by Kate Brian

Rating: 5 stars


When Cheyenne's murderer is revealed, Reed decides to head to the Caribbean with Noelle, one of the other Billings girls. When she gets there, she is reunited with other former Billings girls, all of which are trying to with the Upton game: who can hook up with Upton Giles first. When Upton starts hanging with Reed, she starts to fall in love with him. But when weird things start happening to Reed that could hurt her, she knows that trouble is close. COme along on Reed's vacation in Paradise Lost.

Pretties by Scott Westerfeld

Genre: Realistic Fiction/Mystery

Rating: 4 stars


Now that Tally Youngblood is pretty, she can enjoy her life. She has amazing friends, and she is totally enjoying herself. But one day, Tally gets a note from her past, and all the fun stops. She realizes that she must go back to where the note

came from, and escape from her pretty life. She sets out on a mission to escape all she knows, and repair all the damage she has done.

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Genre: Romance/Classic

Rating: 5 stars


This book is long and a little hard to understand sometimes, but it's really good. Pride and Prejudice is about Elizabeth Bennett, who lives in early 19th century England. When a new neighbor comes to town with a couple friends, Elizabeth meets the rude, proud Mr. Darcy, who later falls in love with her, even though she doesn't love him. Great if you like romance or classics. I'd recommend this to people going into grades 8 & up.

Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day George

Rating: 5 stars


This book is also a cute romantic book. It is a lot like the 12 Dancing Princesses. The girls are under a curse because of a deal their mother made with the King Under Stone. They must dance for him and are doomed to marry his sons. Only Galen and Walter, his coworker in the Queen's garden, can help them.

Ready or Not by Meg Cabot


Rating: 4 stars


This book is the sequel to All American Girl. Sam and David have been going out for almost a year now. When David invites her to spend Thanksgiving weekend at the presidential retreat with him, she thinks it can only mean one thing. Sam starts freaking out about It. She has to decide if she's ready for this or not, while still doing things as teen ambassador to the U.N. This is an ok book, but it’s basically all about you known what. Good for kids going into grades 8+.

Scat by Carl Hiaasen

Genre: Realistic Fiction/Mystery

Rating: 4 stars


Scat is about a boy named Nick and a girl named Marta, who's science teacher disappears on a field trip to the Black Vine Swamp. Local police think her disappearance has something to do with Nick and Marta's classmate Smoke. But Nick and Marta disagree. They set out to find their teacher, who turns out to be camping with a rich outdoorsman. Then Nick and Marta set out on a mission to find the mom of a baby panther that their science teacher had saved from a forest fire.

Secrets of My Hollywood Life by Jen Calonita


Rating: 5 stars


Ever wondered what it's like to be a teen superstar? Then follow Kaitlin Burke, the it girl. SHe stars on one of the hottest t.v. shows, and is mega famous. She gets tired of the celeb lifestyle and hatches a plan to go undercover as a normal teen with a disguise and help from her best friend, Liz, where she meets the love of her life, Austin. I like how this book really shows what its like being famous. It's really a cool insight of being a celeb.

Secrets of My Hollywood Life: Family Affairs by Jen Calonita


Rating: 5 stars


Kaitlin Burke is now filming the 15th season of Family Affairs, a hit t.v. show. But when Alexis, the new girl is added to the plotline, she is even more cunning that Kaitlin's enemy on set, Sky. When bad press is leaked about Kaitlin and Sky, it is up to them to work together to find out whose behind it. Soon, Kaitlin and Sky discover who's behind it, but when the go to tell the director, he assures them that he know already, and that the show is going to be cancelled, but that will still leave many options open for Kaitlin. I thought that it was very cool to be able to see how Hollywood gossip is found, and how TV. shows are made.

See How It's Made by Penny Smith

Genre: Nonfiction

Rating: 5 stars


In this book, you can see step by step how 20 items are made, including ice cream, sauages, crayons, cotton t-shirts, pencils, and more! This book also includes very intresting facts. Did you know one pig contains 65 ft. of intestines? Or that the world's longest pencil in 65 ft long? Or that up to half a scoop of ice cream is air? This book is a fun nonfiction book that never gets boring.

Shadows on the Grass by Isak Dinesan

Rating: 5 stars


This is a continuation of Out of Africa. It is a little more interesting, but not much. It is about her experiences within Denmark after she left. It is about how she tried to keep in touch with her old people. It is like and extended epilogue of the other book.

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