In an effort to subdue the insistence of my roommate and best friend that I read "The Hunger Games", I went to see the movie with them a few weeks ago. I liked the movie so much that I decided to read the first book, and I liked that so much that I finished the second in a few hours this weekend. The writing is not exceptional, but it doesn't distract from the plot, which is fast paced and incredibly enjoyable. And, despite being at a reading level appropriate for a pre-teen, it's not stupid like the cultural phenomenon "Twilight" is.
Secondly, my new school, DSST, sent me two books to read in preparation for summer school. I could not be more delighted to have a school that encourages reading and professional development in this way. Since I have to make those a priority to read before my move, I might not be making much progress on the top 100 list until then.
Secondly, my new school, DSST, sent me two books to read in preparation for summer school. I could not be more delighted to have a school that encourages reading and professional development in this way. Since I have to make those a priority to read before my move, I might not be making much progress on the top 100 list until then.
kell-belle: i wouldn't stress about it. i read the hunger games and other YA fiction like it's my job in between classic literature. WE'RE TOTALLY STILL GOING TO FINISH THIS CHALLENGE
ReplyDeleteYou've already made gangbuster progress, so I wouldn't worry about a month or so dormancy. Out of curiosity, what are the two books your school gave you to read?
ReplyDeleteThey gave me "The Girl Who Owned a City" and "Teach Like a Champion". I've read Teach Like a Champion before, but I need to reread to make sure I'm prepared. I already finished The Girl Who Owned a City - it's the book the sixth graders read as they matriculate and it's got some great values that it gets across in a good story.
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