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Review:
This is book 4 in the series that began with The Iron Trial (review here). The series started off closely paralleling the Harry Potter series, but as it continues, it becomes something more and in its own way, better.
The series is full of magic, adventure, danger, heroes & villains, and even friendship & typical teen issues. The story begins with Call in magical prison because of who people think he is. He is rescued and then asked to do the one thing magic hasn't been able to do -- raise the dead.
I am still enjoying this fantastic series and I can't wait to see what comes next.
Original post: readingismyescape.booklikes.com/post/1629176/silver-mask
Review:
So, I started reading this book in June, ended up getting caught up in other things, including other readings, and I finally just finished it. I actually had to start again from the beginning, but it was worth it.
This graphic novel is written by Art Spiegelman and based on his father's experiences before and during World War II. The book skips back and forth in time between the adult author speaking to his father and the years around World War II. In the illustrations, the Jewish people are represented by mice, the Germans cats, and the Polish people by pigs. This graphic novel is at times touching, at times horrifying, and at times just sad. A definite must-read for anyone interested in this time period.
Original post: readingismyescape.booklikes.com/post/1629171/maus-1-my-father-bleeds-history
Review:
An adventurous tale of a hot-headed young man who finds trues friends, faces violent enemies, falls for a few women, and escapes from danger many times, all while trying to realize his dream of becoming a musketeer like his father.
I found this to be an enjoyable read though a bit slow at times and while I was anxious to see how the action turned out, it was somewhat bogged down by the old language and lengthy descriptions.
Original post: readingismyescape.booklikes.com/post/1629116/the-three-musketeers
I just realized my last post was in the beginning of December. Between final papers for school, Hannukah, and Christmas... Well, I've been busy and a bit distracted.
But I have been reading, and I have a few reviews to catch up on. I'm going to keep them short because I can't remember too many details and so I don't overwhelm you all with my posts. :)
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