Book Reviews
I have a very simple philosophy when it comes to reviewing books: Books don’t get grades.
What that really means is I don’t know how to assign a point system to reviewing books. Five stars? 10/10? There’s no way I can make a rubric for that. So here’s how I review books.
I liked it! (Or I didn’t like)
I think you’ll like it! (Or I think you won’t)
Then I’ll talk about the things I do or don’t like, and if it sounds like an interesting book, check it out!
Check out our collection of book reviews!
Or, if you’re in a rush, check out this Quick List!
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The Brotherband Chronicles (Full Series Review)
Quick Review Companion series to the Ranger’s ApprenticeA fantastic series for young adults, especially for adventurous boysStrong moral characters, hair-raising escapadesA lot of characters, with brother-like companionship and bondsA lengthy seriesCharacter development peters out as the series goes on Long Review This is the companion series to the critically acclaimed Ranger’s Apprentice. I should be…
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The Westing Game Book Review
Quick Review One of my favorite puzzle mystery books of all time, but I am left with some questions after this re-read Fully rounded characters, all sympathetic and flawed, wide range of motives (seen and unseen) Brilliant puzzles that will leave you guessing until the end Quick and easy read, fast paced and well-balanced Long…
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Mossflower Book Review
(Disclosure: This book review may contain affiliate links. To learn more about what that means, check out this affiliate disclosure page) Quick Review A classic of my childhood, highly recommend it and the rest of the Redwall series Strong moral virtues, clear good vs. evil Epic quests and adventures, swords and shields Animal characters, heroes…
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The Clockwork War Review
(Disclosure: This book review may contain affiliate links. To learn more about what that means, check out this affiliate disclosure page) Quick review Title: The Clockwork War Author: Adam Kline I loved this book, and I hope you will, too. It’s written simply, clearly, and very beautifully It’s written for younger, chapter book readers. It…
Some Further Notes
As a Christian, I review from the Christian ethic and moral viewpoint.
As a lover of action, adventure and lots more, I might read and enjoy things that you don’t.
What that might mean, is that if you’re not a Christian, you might be okay with things I find questionable. And if you are a Christian, you might be more sensitive to things that I am okay reading (or being contained in books that I read).
For example, I might not praise the sections of a book that has graphic depictions of violence or sex, but I might still recommend the book for the story it tells.
I will probably write a longer post about what I mean by all that, but until then, feel free to reach out with any questions!