Antsy Does Time, Neal Shusterman

Antsy Does Time, Neal Shusterman, Book - Barnes & Noble: "It was a dumb idea, but one of those dumb ideas that accidentally turns out to be brilliant–which, I’ve come to realize, is much worse than being dumb. My name’s Antsy Bonano–but you probably already know that–and unless you got, like, memory issues, you’ll remember the kid named the Schwa, who I told you about last time. Well, now there’s this other kid, and his story is a whole lot stranger. It all started when Gunnar Ümlaut and I were watching three airborne bozos struggle with a runaway parade balloon. That’s when Gunnar tells me he’s only got six months to live. Maybe it was because he said he was living on borrowed time, or maybe it was just because I wanted to do something meaningful for him, but I gave him a month of my life . . .

. . . And that’s when things began to get seriously weird."

Oh my, the sequel was better than the original book! That is really rare for series! And yet again, this takes the place of my favorite Neal Shusterman book (though the Schwa was Here and Unwind come in a close second and third). THis book was really sweet and meaningful and left me feeling good when I finished it! I highly recommend this series! I really hope Neal Shusterman makes a third book in this series!

Found by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Jonah and Chip always knew they were adopted, they never thought it was that big of a deal...until the letters came. The first one says "You are one of the Missing" and the second one says "Beware, they are coming to get you!" Now Jonah, Chip and Jonah's younger sister Katherine are plungged into a mystery that involves the FBI, a smuggling opperation, an airplane that appeared out of no where 13 years ago and people who disappear and appear at will? The kids finds themself caught in between to sides with very different wants for the lives of them, but will Chip or Jonah have any choice in the matter? And what should they choose if both choices are both equally terrifying?

This was a pretty good book, though it's not my usual kind of book that involves a girl, a boy, and a love story. This is like the complete opposite! It involves an adventure and a mystery that left me thinking and wondering what's gonna happen next at the end of the chapter. This book made me really excited to see what's next and had great suspense too!

The Schwa Was Here, Neal Shusterman

The Schwa Was Here, Neal Shusterman, Book - Barnes & Noble: "They say his clothes blend into the background, no matter where he stands. They say a lot of things about the Schwa, but one thing’s for sure: no one ever noticed him. Except me. My name is Antsy Bonano—and I was the one who realized the Schwa was 'functionally invisible' and used him to make some big bucks. But I was also the one who caused him more grief than a friend should. So if you all just shut up and listen, I’ll tell you everything there is to know about the Schwa, from how he got his name, to what really happened with his mom. I’ll spill everything. Unless, of course, 'the Schwa Effect' wipes him out of my brain before I’m done . . ."

I absolutely loved this book! I mean a lot of people say this is not their "favorite" Neal Shusterman books but its definetly one of mine! I'm so glad that they might make a film out of this book, I can't wait to see it in theaters! I dont' know, but the characters in this book was just so...likable and easy to relate to and not only that, this book was hilarious too!

Zen and the Art of Faking It by Jordan Sonneblick

When San Lee, the eight grader, moves to a new school and city for the umpteenth time, he doesn't try to be cool and fit in, but instead he sits back and makes a new plan...to stand out. When he accidently answered way to many questions in World History (thank that to his old school), all heads turn to him and San obviously has the answer, he is a zen master. When he thinks that everyone is on him, including Woody the super cute girl that he can't stop thinking about, everyone believes him.

I loved this book and it was hilarious. I love all the Jordan Sonneblick books, all of them are hilarious and have a good plot and message in them. Also, all the books teach me something new :)

The Afterlife by Gary Soto

After his murder, Chuy finally discovers the meaning of life...especially his.

Well, that's pretty much all I can tell you because if I told you anymore, I would spoil it and I wouldn't want that. I don't think much authors kill their main character after the 2nd page, but Gary Soto did. This is the story of someone who died...in their point of view. But honestly, this book wasn't all that good, I mean it was okay, but it was a bit boring for me, and too much Spanish for my liking...

Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick

For Nora Grey, romance has never been part of her agenda. But that was before she met Patch.

With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see into her soul, she falls for him without better judgement.

But after several terrifying encounters, she doesn't know who to trust anymore. Patch seems to know everything about her and is every she is. She can't decide whether to run into his arms or run and hide. When she tries to seek the truth, she discovers something that is more startling than the way Patch makes her feel.

Now Nora is in the middle of the ancient battle between the angels...and those who have fallen---and when it comes to choosing sides...the wrong choice could cost her her life.

This was the most amazing book I've ever read...and it made me think too. Thought the beginning was a bit awkward. I love all the characters in this book, though a lot of people who have read this book say its like Twilight, the concept of a girl in between two creatures that happen to be guys that like her, but its definetly not, fallen angels have nothing to do with vampire or werewolves and Nora is nothing like Bella at all. Nora actually has a personality!

Flash Burnout by L.K. Madigan

Fifteen year old Blake has a girlfriend and a girl friend.

One wants him and one needs him.

When Blake snapped a picture of a homeless person on the street, he never thought that it would be Marrissa's long lost meth-addict mother! But now, he is in a relationship with Shannon, he constantly finds himself trying to figure out the difference of boyfriend and just a friend. Shannon seems to be constantly mad at him...but perfect at the same time. His relationship with Marrisa is so much easier. Friends in their photography class (a.k.a. "pretty and gritty"). But once Marissa sees that picture, she constantly is missing looking for her missing mother, and now Blake finds himself lying to Shannon to check up on Marissa, but despite loving Shannon, he finds himself more interested in Marissa's uncontrollable life that seems to strengthen his friendship with her.

This is the story of Blake. And his journey to find the true, blur-free snapshot of his life.

Oh gosh, this was an amazing book. I didn't think it would have been as good as it sounded, but it was amazing, trust me. But the ending...hmm..let's just say, I didn't like it as much, but it was a good conclusiona and it answered his question of "Who am I really?" I definetly recommend this book!

Claire by Lisi Harrison

Back in Orlando for the first time in what it feels like for a long time, Claire is finally reunited with her Orlando BFFs, Sari, Sarah and Mandy! Her FBFs hasn't changed at all, but they think Claire has...and not for the better! Claire now has to prove her loyalty to them by entering the Kissimmee's Miss Kiss pageant. But when a special visitor comes, Claire finds herself torn from Keds and couture. Will Claire say goodbye to her past one last time?

It's interesting to see what Claire's "past" was like and her old best friends too. But its also interesting to see how much a Clique could change Claire at the same time. [Spoiler] but why did Massie have to come?!

Kristen by Lisi Harrison

While the rest of the Pretty Committee all around the globe, Kristen is left in Westchester, trying to maintain her scholarship at OCD. No horse camp. No Spanish vacation. No Hawaiian spa. Not even a trip to Orlando! But when Kristen gets a job of taking care of her crush's ten year old sister...things are not looking bad now in OCD.

Yep...I've blogged for so many Clique books in a row that I don't know what to say anymore. But at least, this book lets Kristen tell her story for once, instead of Claire or Massie.

Alicia by Lisi Harrison

Alicia is off to Spain to visit her relatives and that's not the only good news! Alicia finds out that the hot teen sensation, !Ignacio! is looking for a true Spanish beauty to star in his new video! She can't believe it! If she gets picked as a true Spanish beauty, Massie will never call her a "Fannish" or "Fake Spanish" anymore...but the only problem is that she has to beat her cousins, the real Spanish beauties.

Huh, this one had a surprise twist too. I didn't think it would've ended like that...and Nina returns!!

Dylan by Lisi Harrison

Dylan and her mom are off to Hawaii for the Aloha Tennis Open. While Merri-Lee is interviewing "Tennis the Menance" Svetlana Slootskyia, Dylan lets the summer sun and warm breeze help her forget the memory of being dumped by two guys. She thought she didn't need any guys anymore...until she sees him. The preppy and tennis-obsessed J.T. , but soon Dylan realizes the only way to make him like her is to master the game. Can she make Svetlana spill the secrets about tennis or will she end up like last year...dumped?

This one was interesting....and the ending...not what I thought at all.. Honestly, I dont' really like Dylan because she seems weight-loss obsessive and kind of stuck up (well the others are too), but the part that bugs me is the weight-loss obsession.

Inkpop

I recently found an amazing site especially for teen writers! It where teens can submit/upload their works and show it to the world! And if you're lucky and voted to the Top 5 of the week, the editors of HarperCollins reads it! Isn't that exciting!

The website is:

www.inkpop.com

It's a great place to talk with people my age about writing and read other people's amazing works! Please stop by and visit my page! Search: NadeshikoNagi or "The Lovely Killers" !

Full Tilt by Neal Shusterman

Sixteen year old Blake has always been the responsible one in his dysfunctional family. Quinn is his brother's exact opposite. The thrill seeker, who's always trying to find the next scary rush, no matter how much it costs. But what happens when Quinn is thrown into the world of a phantom carnival where the price of your soul is the price of the admission?

Now, Blake must go to the carnival to save his brother, all he has to do is ride seven rides...and all before dawn. Sure, seven rides...sounds easy enough. But each ride is of each of his seven deadliest fears...and now Blake has no where to run...especially from the secret he has been running from for years.

Oh My Gosh, I absolutely loved this book! One of Neal Shusterman's best! It had all the things I love in a book! Romance, good plot, risks, horror, suspense, adventure...etc. I don't think I've read a book this good in a long time!

Massie by Lisi Harrison

After Massie got kicked out of the ultra excusive Westchester horse camp, her parents force her to do something she never imagined she had to do in a million, no gazillion years...get a summer job! Not really the type of person to dog-walk or brat-sit, she goes for the obvious solution, become a sales rep for the cosmetic brand Be Pretty. Now she gets to transform former LBRs into beauty queens...but it will take more than one swipe of her purple mascara wand.

Sigh, I know I said I wouldn't upload more Clique summaries for a while, but I guess not. I like the "Summer Collection" a lot better than the regular books because they are more like regular girls when their not with their friends and by themselves. I thought this book was pretty good!

13. by Various arr. James Howe

13. Is a collection of short stories about all the thrills (and disappointments) of being thirteen. Instead of being a "survival guide" for a thirteen year old, it's more of a collection of thoughts, stories and poems about what its like to be thirteen, how its like figuring yourself out and discovering a different you.

This collection of short stories were surprisingly good and described the concept of being thirteen pretty well! A lot of amazing writers contributed to this book and made the book altogether amazing! I don't think I would have ever read this book unless I saw it being displayed on the school's media center shelf, I don't know what happened, but when I saw it, I knew I had to read it!