The Hunger Games

Wow!  This is the best book I've read in a long time!!  It's one of those can't put it down, stay up super late, house is in shambles type of book.  Seriously, if you decide to read it make sure you have a few days where you don't have anything pressing to get done.  It's been a long time since I've read such a literal page-turner.  Wow--that's just about all I can say!

It's a young adult novel, set in the future.  Kind of sci-fi, like The Giver, but with a whole lot of action.  Think Gladiator and Survivor.  Katniss, the main character, finds herself in the annual Hunger Games, hosted by the Capital to remind the people who's in charge.  Twenty-four teens have to fight it out to the death in a huge arena.  But that description doesn't do it justice!  Just read it and you'll understand!

The Giver

I read this one when I was younger--like in junior high or high school.  I couldn't remember a thing about it, except that it was good.  So I picked it up at the library this week and read the whole thing in less than a day.  It's short and easy to read, but very interesting and thought-provoking.  The thing that is most fascinating to me is that it's written for a young audience, yet is deep enough for adults to enjoy.  It makes you consider things like happiness, perfection, and choices.  Definitely a must-read, over and over again.

Step-Ball-Change

So the last time I was at the library I couldn't think of a single book that was on my to-read list.  And, not wanting to leave the library without a book, I decided to get another book by Jeanne Ray.  I liked Eat Cake a lot, so I figured I couldn't go wrong with another of her books.  Well, I think that Step-Ball-Change was even more funny than Eat Cake.  By page 54 I had already laughed out loud 4 times.  My husband, who was sitting next to me, was impressed that I novel could be that funny.  I was too!  Again, nothing to meditate on, but it was fun and happy and the dialogue between characters is what will get you going--so smart and witty!

Eat Cake

I finished reading this book just before the Christmas break, and loved it.  It's short, funny and well-written, by Jeanne Ray.  This isn't the kind of book that would provoke deep thoughts or intellectual conversations; it's just a fun read that makes you feel happy.  So if you're in the mood for something light that will make you chuckle to yourself, then give it a try!  Plus, it'll have you dreaming of cake.  :)