Category: Literature

The Sherwood Ring by Elizabeth Pope

Hiya! Today, I'm sharing a book I recently read (I'm actually reading fiction after an oppressive school year! (note: the workload was oppressive, that is, not the actual year)). I was browsing at the lovely private library and this book caught my eye while the synopsis grabbed my attention. Plot *spoilers ahead* Young orphaned Peggy … Continue reading The Sherwood Ring by Elizabeth Pope

Fablehaven series by Brandon Mull

*This post contains spoilers* I found this series some years ago and just recently re-read the whole series. It's jam packed with fantasy, adventure, magic, and some romance. The 5 books follow Kendra and Seth Sorenson, two normal siblings, as they meet magic at Fablehaven, a secret magical preserve at which their Grandma and Grandpa … Continue reading Fablehaven series by Brandon Mull

Beauty by Robin McKinley

On a trip to my favorite local private library (it's located a lady's basement and she has the best books), this retelling of Beauty and the Beast was recommend to me. *SPOILERS AHEAD*   Plot: A family prospers in a city far away. I think this happens in Europe. A beautiful young lady and her … Continue reading Beauty by Robin McKinley

George Washington’s World by Genevieve Foster

Last weekend at the beach, I began to re-read George Washington's World  by Genevieve Foster. It's a great book. I read it because it's worth re-reading and counts as bonus points for my AP US History class (yeah, it's self serving but hey it's enjoyable school work). The format of the book is clear and … Continue reading George Washington’s World by Genevieve Foster