I came to books later than most, but love them passionately. I always have a book in my hand or some other genre of literature. One of my favorite books is Poisonwood Bible. The book is filled with so many voices. The family works for and against each other creating conflict internally while they face the conflicts that surround them. Each chapter brings a different perspective. Each character has a strong voice that is haunting. When I think about this book, images still rise up and greet me even though it has been 14 years since I read it. These images and voices are very strong and have changed the way I see family, religion and sisters.
Your blog this week is to name and describe for us your favorite book. Now if you do not have a favorite, please pick one that has had a lasting impact on you. It may impact the way you think, the way you read, the way you see the world. A paragraph is enough. Explain why it is so special to you or why it has impacted you.
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My favorite book that I have ever read was Native Son by Richard Wright. This book happens to be my top pick for a book because it is the most “different” type I have read. This was the only one that really grabbed my attention and made me want to keep reading. The plot based on violence and fear and racism really thickened the plot for me and made Native son an amazing read. Although I don’t condone any of that, it was fascinating to get into the mind of Richard Wright and Bigger Thomas a pick apart their brains while I kept guessing the next move in the story. I am not a reader by a long shot and I don’t read for fun, but this book was the only book I have ever read and thought about reading again which makes it pretty interesting and important to me.
Steven Z. (Period 7-8)
A book series that I recently read, but had a large impact in my life was a sci-fi novel series known as the "Subterrene War Trilogy".
This series, while somewhat violent and graphic in its content, being centered around a world fighting a war over dwindling sources of metals.
As for how it impacted my life, it made me realize how precious our own mortality may be. We live in an era of uncertainty, and in times of crisis, we doubt our faith and sometimes loose our way. But one things clear, if you're in this state, even if things seem bleak and hopeless, you're still standing, still alive and kicking, and that means, there's hope. people have pulled themselves out of worse situations. Such a struggle would be hard for anyone, but the one thing to keep in mind is, if happiness and peace were easy to get, would they really be worth achieving? The best things in life aren't free so to speak, you have to earn them.
I would have to say that the most impacting book I have read would be Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. Even though it is not my favorite, it has a great message to it. The message is to live life to the fullest, love the people around you and to not be afraid of death. This book has a great outlook on life, even through a rough time. Morrie`s experiences in life makes him realize that it is worth having friends and family to love, in return they will be there for you and care for you. Also being afraid of death will only prevent you to do things you really want to do. Tuesdays with Morrie has a great theme with such a positive outlook on life, aging and death and is a good book to read.
Madison S. 3*
My favorite book is The Giver by Lois Lowry. The way it’s written and what the story is about is really interesting to me. It kind of shows what the world might turn into if we keep doing the things we do. The book is set in the future and the government has taken everything away or limited everything. Even though it’s fictional, it’s realistic. If the government gets to powerful they can take everything away, if we keep starting wars with other countries then everything will change. I remember reading The Giver in 7th grade, and just this past summer I was at Barnes & Noble and I saw the book and I had to get it. I read it twice over the summer. Even though I know the story and what happens, its still very interesting to me.
I don't really have a favorite book, but a book that has impacted me the most would be Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. From the beginning, it drew my attention. Throughout the whole book, it kept me interested and it shows many life long lessons. It teaches its readers to cherish what you have and also that money and power will get you nowhere in life, and love will fulfill everything you need in life. This book made me have a different outlook on life and not to take anything for granted.
My favorite book is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. The comedy is obviously the draw, but as I progressed through the book (and through the entire series) I noticed just how well they were written. Adams had a fine writing style, and was able to juggle comedy, science, science fiction, complex plot threads, philosophy, and some pinches of drama here and there. It really is an impressive piece of work.
Hitchhiker's Guide is literally the basis for everything that I find hilarious or intriguing. It has formed my complete comedic outlook and it's what made me question the world and the people that live in it. It kickstarted my love of science, knowledge, and the number 42. Hitchhiker's Guide is in my opinion the quintessential book. It's everything that I want out of a piece of fiction and more. Douglas Adams is a genius, and may his wisdom live on vicariously by anybody who has heard him speak, read his books, or cracked one of his jokes. The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is hands down, my favorite book.
My favorite book would have to be The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. It is my favorite because it is told from an intresting point of view, death. I had never read a book like it before. It is also historical fiction, which is one of my favorite genres. It taughjt me a lot about how jews were treated during WWII as well as it told a good story about a little girl learning to read at a time where reading was not encourage. It had a great message and was a very well written book, and was an easy read.
A.MacIvor
My favorite book is To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee. When I say this either people are suprised or they make some sort of groaning noise, remembering the torture it held for them while reading. It is my favorite book because of the story as well as where, when, and how I read it. I read it in the eighth grade. As we were receiving a class copy of the book, my teacher said it was our "first day of ninth grade english." It was the first book that I read where we had to find themes, symbols, etc. We escaped the world of the plot triangle and other concepts that were highly used before then.
I began reading it and after the first chapter, I was afraid of what was to come. The first chapter was confusing to me. When we were assigned to read the
second chapter for homework, I brought it home. My mom started reading because it was never a required read for her. We would sometimes read the chapter together, but most of
the time, I read it. Then she would read it. If I had any questions, I could always ask my mom and come prepared for class. Not only did I bond with my
mother while reading this book but I also loved Scout. She always was asking questions about things that did not normally interest many children. She also had a big imagination and was adventurous. I loved many other
characters in the book too. To Kill A Mockingbird holds not only my favorite quote from a book, but also one of my favorite quotes in general.
(2nd Period)
Bloody Jack by L.A. Meyer has been my favorite book since I picked it up for the first time about seven years ago. It is a novel about an orphan girl who disguises herself as a boy to become a sailor on a warship in the British navy in the early 18th century. It follows her through her journeys all over the world and continues through nine more books(so far). The books, although fictional, are set in very accurate historical settings which I find very interesting. The foremost reason for my infatuation for these books however is the main character, Jacky. Though obviously very different in many ways she has always been an inspirational character to me. I have always admired her values, views, and her adventurous life. She was a role model to me, equivalent to how movie stars are to some people. I have re-read at least the first book over a dozen times and I am sure I will even more in the future. It is and will probably always be the book I go to when I feel like exploring into another world
-mckenna v. (period 7-8)
I have many favorite books, but my favorite book of all time is not really a book, but a series. The Immortal Instruments Series by Cassandra Clare is my favorite book series of all time. She is an amazing writer and tells the best stories. Her characters are amazing and she makes you have a connection with all of them because through out the books you read it through their eyes. My favotie character though is Jace. He reminds me of somebody that I used to know and knew when I was reading it. When I read the books they make me think of him, so when I miss him I read the books and it sorta feels in a way that I
m reading about him and I imagine him rather than Jace.
They are also a really good way for me to connect with friends. My friend back in PA read the books too and we talk about them all the time. They're making a movie and we plan to see it together. We make fanfics and fanart for the books. I've read each book in the series over 15 times and now that I've talked about how awesome they are, I want to read them again! I love the books so much!
-Britt C Per.3
One of my favorite books that I have ever read would have to be the summer reading book this year, "Notes From the Underground". I thought that Dostoyevsky's ideas were very radical and diametrically opposed to many of the ideas that are present today. I feel like he questioned what others did instead of just going along with what they were saying or doing. He was, in a round about way, a revolutionary who was trying to change the world and make it better, I think. His ideas challenged the norm and suggested that there was so much more to being human than conforming to society and being the same as the world around you. Essentially, that the world is what you make of it, for better, or for worse.
One of my favorite books would have to be 1984 by George Orwell. It was a book that was enticing and mind-opening. It dealt with the scenario of a man living under an oppressive government that allowed nothing to be free; including freedom of speech, thought, and other forms of consciousness. The man lives without knowing about the world around him, but eventually starts to write, which is restricted because it meant that he was thinking. The freedom of thought is a big theme that Orwell goes through in order to prove his point, and that’s what got me in. It made a lasting impact on me by telling me that you should have a right to your opinion, that you should think for yourself, and that an oppressive government should never be formed in the future. That stuff’s scary.
My favorite book is the scarlet letter. It is a book that is based off of a girl committing adultery and getting pregnant. The book took place back in the time where people who did things like that were automatic outcasts. The reason I found this book good is because It shows that people are more than you can see. All of the characters had reasons to be in the places they were because of who they are. The main girl loved the preacher and the preacher loved the girl. The preacher was viewed as being the best guy but he had a daughter that no one knew about. there are also characters in the book who are filled with hate and let the hate consume them. all around it had a good plot and one of thee best books for learning about symbolism.
My favorite book is Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers, but the book that has impacted me the most has been Night by Elie Wiesel. I first read this book in the eighth grade during our unit over the Holocaust and another in the ninth grade when I switched schools. It was the first time I had ever learned of the Holocaust in a non-elementary way. But reading about it in a literary way rather than being taught about it in a social studies class was a new experience for me; to learn through literature that was not a textbook. The book struck me in a very emotional way. I would love to say that it made me laugh at times, and at others I was crying, but it did not. I cried a lot, and did not laugh once. This book opened my eyes to the horrors of the Holocaust and nightmare that many people in history had to live. I would not have picked this book if given the opportunity to read something else. I usually tend to shy away from books that are dark and upsetting. However, reading it brought me to see reality. Things like that happen in the world and all the books with “happily-ever afters” are not reality. While the book was very disturbing it had glimmers of hope. It showed me that people can stop horrible things from happening if they set their minds to it, and also, that horrible things can continue to take place if people turn their heads to the things going on around them. This book is by far, not my favorite, due to the content, but it is the one that has had the greatest impression on my life.
One of my favorite books is Notes Left Behind by Keith and Brooke Disserich. The couple’s six year old daughter, Elena was diagnosed and passed away from brain cancer. The strength and resilience shown by such a young girl is beyond inspiring. The book taught me the fundamental lesson that no matter what struggles I may be going through, others may always have it worse. Her parents write the novel through her treatments and death, which they had to deal with while catering to another daughter as well. They encouraged Elena to live her life full of love and joy, and not as a tragedy. The book is one that will always stay with me, it is haunting and beautiful. Included in the book are notes and drawings, which 6 year old Elena left for her parents in hidden locations to be found after her death. A six year old girl taught me so much within the pages of the text, and I will never be able to forget it.
-E. Zaranec (7/8)
Books are an important part of my life. There are so many that I have read and liked, and even more I’ve still yet to read, that it’s impossible to narrow it down to just one. If any book would be my favorite, it would be one that I haven’t read yet, bet it because it hasn’t been written yet, or I just haven’t found it. No good book is ever truly superior to another, but I find something good always comes out. I enjoy every book I read, while reading them then move on to the next. If any book has had a strong impact on my life it would be “On Writing” by Stephen King. It has taught me not only how enjoy the writing process, but also a better appreciation of reading.
My favorite book that I've ever read would have to be Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. This book changed my view of living and how to appreciate life more. People sometimes take things for granted but that book shows you that taking people for granted may cause you to want to change it. The author Mitch decided that after he found out that his old professor had a disease he changed his outlook on life. He focuses more on how he wants to improve his life. After reading that book I decided to do the same. I changed my everyday life to fulfill Morrie's idea of a happy life.
Christin DiFilippo 1*
One of my favorite books would have to be Blink by Malcolm Gladwell. In my opinion, Gladwell is a mastermind at writing. He makes you think about things you wouldn’t have otherwise thought about, and shows different perspectives of things you may have already thought you knew about. His writing is relaxed and conversational, but at the same time informative. I think that makes his books easy to read through, but the material is still challenging to digest and after all the connections are made I sometimes find myself reflecting on what he wrote about more than I spent time reading it.
^^ Jeff Neuhaus 2*
My favorite book was Kissed By an Angel by Elizabeth Chandler. It was a series of books that I couldn't put down. It's a murder mystery. It begins with Ivy's mom getting re-married and gaining a step brother. One day Ivy delivered a package to her step brother's mom's neighbor. The step brother thought she saw him kill his mother but she didnt, she believed it was suicide like the newspapers said. Now her step brother is out to kill her so she doesn't tell anyone what he thinks she saw. In an attempt to kill her he accidently kills her boyfriend, Triston. Her boyfriend comes back as an angel and with a help of a purple angel, Triston and her younger brother they find out who is trying to kill her and why.It's full of mystery, suspense, and romance. It really got me interested in a new genre of books. It may not relate to me, but it's one of my favorites I like to recommend.
One of my favorite books ever was the Boy in the Striped PJ.s. I loved this book so much because it was not just the story amazing turn out and on the edge of my seat to keep reading but also the history that was also in it. Not only making it a fiction and non fiction like put into one
One of my favorite books is The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. In this novel a young women named Hester Prynne commits adultery with a minister named Arthur Dimmesdale, while waiting for her husband to return. During the time of their affair Hester and Arthur conceive a child, Pearl. Unfortunately during this time period having an affair was considered a major sin. To pay for her sin Hester is forced to wear a scarlet letter on her body. Even through the humiliation and social isolation Hester never reveals the name of her child’s father. For me to actually like a book written by Nathaniel Hawthorne is quite an ordeal, because I don’t appreciate his writing style. However the messages in this book about sin, guilt, and legalism are so powerful and motivational it is hard not to like or see then, no matter how badly they are written. Also I like this book because it shows the idiosyncrasies of society. Everyone sins and not everyone is punished, who is to say one sin is less punishable then another?
Courtney M (7/8 period)
One of my favorite books that I have read, although not amongst a favorite for students was, To Have and Have Not, by Ernest Hemmingway. It is about a fishing boat captain who runs contraband between Cuba and Florida. I think I enjoyed this book because I am interested in History. This was one of the few summer reading books that I actually enjoyed and wanted to keep reading. I thought it was an easy read with the way Hemmingway writes. I like Ernest Hemmingway and his writing styles along with those of F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Erica Jacks (7-8*)
My favorite book would have to be "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald. I have come to love Fitzgerald's writing style, it is completely unique and enthralls the reader into the time period. "Gatsby" is a book I have reread multiple times, and a book has to really captivate me in order for me to read it more than once or twice. Fitzgerald paints vivid pictures of life in the jazz age, showing the ups and downs. Another thing I really enjoyed about the book was the symbolism that was used. I found it to be very deep and very powerful. On top of all this, I loved the character development in the story. You really get to know a lot about the main characters, and begin to feel connections to them. "The Great Gatsby" also helped introduce me to Fitzgerald's other works, such as "This Side of Paradise" as well as other modernist authors such as William Faulkner and Ernest Hemingway, both authors I also enjoy.
- Jimmy Rutkowski 2nd Period
I do not have a specific book that I enjoyed over others, however I really enjoyed reading the Series of Unfortunate Events series in middle school. I liked the style in which the books were written (dark, melancholy) and also enjoyed the dry humor thrown into the books by D. Handler, under the pseudonym of Lemony Snicket. The books really taught me to look at things in life from a different perspective; not everything may be as plain as it may appear. Some of the mysteries throughout the entire series would keep me turning the pages, trying to discover the meanings of them. The day I discovered the meaning of V.F.D. I practically flipped. The series were definitely intriguing during that time in my life, and I will very likely re-read them in their entirety.
I would guess that most people have never heard of my favorite book. It is called David and the Phoenix by Edward Ormondroyd. It is not a long or difficult read and I highly suggest reading it. For me the story is always fresh and takes me back to being a little kid when my dad would read it to my older brother and I before bed. The pure fantastic nature of the phoenix and the comedy thrown in here and there always make me unable to put it down if I pick it up. It also has great comments on human greed as well. This is my favorite book because it always gives me a great sense of calm and nostalgia when I read or even think about it.
I really don't have a favorite book, but the book that has really impacted me the most was The Shack by William P. Young. This book had such a powerful impact on my life because of the spiritual aspect of the book. In the beginning of the book, Mackenzie Phillips is on a camping trip with his some of his children when, in an effort to save his son, he leaves his daughter, Missy, alone at the campsite. When he returns, he finds that Missy is missing, and later discovers that she has been murdered by a serial killer known as the "Little Lady Killer". This causes Mack (as he's called) to fall into a deep depression. When Mack receives a letter from what he expects to be God, he returns to the shack (where Missy was taken) to find God there waiting for him. The thing that I really like about this book is the way it makes you think about God. He manifests himself in three different forms (the father, son, and holy spirit), each one being completely different from the other and helps Mack in different ways. This really made me think about God and the mysterious ways in which he works, especially when Mack apparently never made it to the shack, but got in a car crash before he got there and was able to lead authorities to the cave where Missy was killed and ultimately to "The Little Lady Killer". This book really strengthened my faith at the time, too, because it made me feel that even though you may feel neglected by God, he's still always there for you.
The book that the has impacted my life the most is Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. The message of this book is to live life to the fullest, love the people around you and to not be afraid of death. I couldn't have read this book at a better time because it helped with everything Brunswick had experienced in the past couple months. Death is something we should not be afraid of. Being afraid of death will only stop you from doing the things you want to do. Tuesdays with Morrie tries to put a positive outlook on life. This book has made me realize I should never take anything for granted!
Kristina M. 1*
My favorite book would be “Think Of A Number” by John Verdon. The book is about a detective who receives a case about a riddler more than a serial killer. The attacker informs his victims of their fate before it happens, haunting them with mistakes of their pasts. The book is full of mystery, suspense, and detail that kept my on the edge of my seat. This book impacted me because for once I was excited and truly entertained while reading. I often become bored with books, and this was one of the first that I truly got enjoyment out of. The book kept me interested the entire time, and the mystery was filled with excitement. Another reason why I liked the book was because the ideas in it were not so far-fetched that I couldn’t imagine them happening in the real world. The book kept me thinking the entire time.
One of my favorite books that also happened to impact me a lot was The Story of a Soul by Therese of Lisieux. The book is an autobiography, and explores the author's childhood and her journey into finding the meaning of her life. The way the author portrayed all of her thoughts and feelings to the reader almost makes you think that you are having a conversation with her. It was an easy read, but also very inspiring. The book inspired me by showing that if you are persistant in pursuing your dreams, even if the rest of the world is against you, you can be victorious in the end.
A book that has really impacted my life is The Shack by William P. Young. This was a very touching story from the start when a man's daughter was taken and murdered. He received a letter from "Papa" who he suspected to be God asking him to meet him at the shack where his daughter was murdered. He decided to go and spent the weekend with God in his three forms, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The experience this man had as well as the message Young portrayed through his Godly characters really opened my eyes and my heart. This may not be my favorite book but it definitely caused me to see my life through a different light and that has made all the difference for me.
My favorite book series is Maximum Ride by James Patterson, in particular the book "Max". These books are unlike many others, they are sarcastic and filled with nonstop action, set in a pre-apoctolyptic world. The series follows a group of mutant children around the world, as they try to stop evil scientists from destroying the planet. The book "Max" is based largely on ecological problems. Being a fanatic about "going green" this holds a lot of interest for me. Other morals in the story include loyalty and self- sacrifice. It deals with all of the problems normal children have, but build them up so that the reader is left feeling grateful for what they have.
Tia L
My favorite book is Perfect Chemistry by Simone ElkEles. I felt like i was a part of the story as i read it. It is one of those books that you just cant put down. The book is about an outcast in a gang and a rich cheerleader falling in love, looking past their different lives. This book made a good impact on me because it showed me that if you really love someone you will do anything for them.
As I think about all the books I have read, I can't quite select one that was my favorite. However, there is one children's series that truly impacted my life in reading, "Magic Tree House" by Mary Pope Osborne. As dumb as it sounds, these were the first "chapter" books I read and I really enjoyed them. I liked how Osborne tied history into the stories and in a sense made you learn twice the amount (history and reading). I would sit down to read my thirty minutes each night and I wouldn't get up if i had a "Magic Tree House" book in hand. This series is special to me because it made me want to explore other series' to see if I would enjoy them as much. This started my journey into "chapter books".
Jake Mehalik 4-5
I would have to say that my favorite book would be Cell by Stephen King, because it showed that even the smallest item such as a cell phone can cause so much damage, even if the book's situation was a bit extreme. I've always loved the zombie horror genre, and this story was a different take on it. The plot of the book is about how a terrorist or terrorist group (it wasn't established) sent a pulse through cell phone signals. When people answered their phones, everything that was civilized and educated was erased from their brains, effectively turning most of the human population into "zombies". The story's protagonist (I've since forgotten his name) and his allies journey to the place where they believe the pulse originated from to find out who, how, and why it was sent. Again, my favorite part of this book was how the most important part of society, communication, was turned against it. It made me think about how much we rely on cell phones, and how much we really need them to survive in our modern world.
I’ve read my fare share of books. However, one that always sticks out in my mind is The Road by Cormac McCarthy. The book places the reader in a post-apocalyptic world centered upon a father and his son slowly making their way to the coast. The world is cold, grey, and filled with ash, and the father’s sole objective is keeping his son alive—he’ll do just about anything to achieve that goal. The book is saturated in sensory details, and the reader is kept on edge for the majority of the text. One reason for this, and the thing that left the most impact upon me, was McCarthy’s writing style. I had never read anything quite like it before, and in reading The Road, my literary world opened up tremendously. Not only had I tried reading a new style, but I had liked it! In fact, I liked it so much that, looking back at essays I wrote at the time, I am able to see elements of McCarthy’s style within my own. I can see how my style evolved to become more like his. It became more straightforward, matter-of-fact, and descriptive. To this day, I am still able to see how his style has influenced mine. The book taught me to try something new and to open my horizons to different writers, even if they write in a form I’ve never experienced before. McCarthy’s bold style, at least for me, got the point across better than any choice of words could, and I learned that difference, at least in literature, is not necessarily a hindrance at all.
My favorite book that I have read would be the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. The series follows a wizard who name is Harry on his quest of growing up and defeating Voldemort before he kills Harry. This is my favorite series because of how much it has impacted me. When I felt alone I would read Harry Potter because it took me to a world where it is okay to be different. It shows good vs. evil, you can do whatever you want as long as your mind is set, and its okay to be different since that is who you are.
Cassie S. (3)
i do not have a favorite book and i really do not read books my favorite book that has had a lasting impact on me is Dr.Seuss's "The cat in the hat". its a classic and im sure all have read it or someone read them the book. The book shows a good example of rhyming and description. I remember this book so well because of the way the book is written and the rhyme scheme.
I’ll have to admit to having a condescending view of books. My favorites do not usually merit their position of their own right. I choose to use books as symbols by paralleling the ideas in the book to the specific phase of my life it coincidentally coincides with (for example, I read “Space Station Seventh Grade” by Jerry Spinelli in seventh grade). This is especially true for books that carry a specific theme. "Till We Have Faces" by C.S.Lewis is my most recent favorite. I got it on my 17th birthday last year. The message of the book is that one can not argue “face to face” with the gods (symbolically used by Lewis to represent God) until we have “faces.” It wraps this theme into the story of Cupid and Psyche giving the main character the role of one of Psyche’s less-attractive sisters. The idea of personal identity and its role in our relationships happened to place itself in the midst of a development in my life similar to that of the character. Although my “self-searching” (quotation marks used for anti-dramatic emphasis) experiences were significantly milder than god-lovers and a lifetime of falsely directed bitterness, I suppose wishful thinking and lack of proportion allow me to interpose myself into the main character’s situation. The worst part is that this habit is not one I’m yet ready to give up and The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoyevsky is fixing to be my next scalp when I finish it.
Christian Schick 7/8
My current favorite book is Hide Me Among the Graves by Tim Powers. I found it completely by accident and I'm glad I did. the characters were all real people; Christina and Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Lord Byron, and many others. He fills the gaps in their life events with supernatural happenings. I honestly couldn't put it down, it was one of the most well written and well researched books I've read, and the suspense makes it impossible to put it down. It's just so different from anything I've ever read. -Nicole Rouge
I used to read books all of the time. I will admit, though, that I haven't read as much as I used to; I ran out of time, opportunity, and frankly, passion. However, I think that my favorite book ever was "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas. It's combination of action, suspense, and romanticism kept me interested. The plot was incredibly well though out, and I couldn't put the book down. This book helped to re-spark my lost passion for reading (one, though, that I still haven't completely rediscovered), and for that reason, I consider it to be my favorite book.
My favorite book would have to be "Tuesday's with Morrie" by Mitch Albom. It is my favorite because I love all the life lessons I learned from reading it. I usually don't feel an impact from a book but this book stopped me in my tracks. I feel as I look at life more carefully now after reading this book, and that life would be lived to the very end and should not be wasted.
The book that impacted me most is "The Great Hunger" by Johan Bojer. Bojer is a norwegian author who wrote in the early 1900's. This particular book was written in 1913. I've always been a fan of older books, but this one spoke to me. The main character's internal struggles made me reflect on my own life. His constant struggle with his own need to do well in life makes me want to push to make my life great. His constant internal battle with religion in a changing world is described in fantastic detail. The main character, Peer Holm, is told by everyone that he will not amount to anything, but her perseveres to make his fortune. He and his family learn of forgiveness and patience. He is humbled by the end of the book. He has learned his lesson in life through hardship. This book gave me an insight on life as a whole and I was able to take away the lessons he learned.
I have not really been a fan or reading, nor have I finished many books. A book that I remembering finishing and reading would be, the child called “it”. It read it at a younger age and it really opened my eyes to the world outside.
My favorite book would have to be "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows." After a lot of thought, I decided that this is my favorite book because it brings my favorite series of all time to an end in an epic, emotional, and intense way. The book follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione in their journey to kill Lord Voldemort. The last half of the book is so action packed and intense and the ending could bring tears to anyone's eyes. "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" is the perfect ending to an amazing series.
I don't have a favorite book, but the book that has had the most impact on me would be "Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. It changed my way of thinking and helped me a lot and I connected with it. It's about a girl who commited suicide and she made recccordings about why she commited suicide and gave the tapes to each person who impacted her life negatively and one who would have saved her. It shows her side of the story and the narrator's. It showed me the aftermath of suicide. This book shows that anything could be taken seriously and could push someone to the edge and no one could ever detect it. She seemed happy, but she still ended her life. No one knew and no one helped her. They didn't try. They made it seem like her problems were nothing. It shows the point of view of a teen and I love it.
I don't really have a favorite book because I don't enjoy reading very often. But a book that impacted my life and inspired me was "Tuesday's with Morrie" by Mitch Albom. This book showed me how much life is worth and that you have to live it to the fullest. Like when Morris was slowly died he did want to just sit there a cry about it. He wanted to live the rest if his life to the fullest and do what he always wanted to. Live your life to the fullest because you don't know when it will be taken away.
-brittany M
I have quite a few books I like, but my favorite right now would be the one I'm reading, The Divine Comedy, by Dante Alighieri.It is an epic poem written a long time ago. It is comprised of three sections: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. I wouldn't be able to tell you much about the book, because I'm on the sixth canto, or chapter, except that In the book, while wondering through woods, Dante comes across a fellow poet named Virgil, who is already dead, and has come to escort Dante through the levels of hell, purgatory, and paradise so he can see his loved one again. In the book, hell has nine levels. The first is for those who were around before Christianity was formed, and for those who don't believe in god. The second is for people who have committed the sin of lust, in which the people would be whipped around in a constant vortex. This is as far as I have gotten, but plan on reading further soon!
Jacob Coseo
My favorite series of books as a child were Harry Potter. These weren't only an interesting read to me, they were lessons I have taken with me my whole life. Harry takes an unusual group of friends to overcome any obstacle that was in his way, and this showed me that it didn't matter where you came from, just where you're going.
Sean W.
My favorite book is definitely the Hunger Games. Reading never was quite interesting to me until i read this book. I never would of thought that I would want to keep reading, especially in the summer. This book change my whole outlook on reading because it was such a good read.
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