The Line by Teri Hall
Lots of people seemed really impressed with this one and unfortunately, for me, it just fell short. Such potential with the whole "dystopian" genre going for it and a pretty compelling main character, but the buildup was really slow and the "big moment" wasn't so big.
The author definitely left room for a sequel, which I'm interested in reading and will pickup if it ever comes out, but this one just isn't a book I'll be remembering for very long. Bummer. And I know I'm in the minority, so go check it out even though I thought it just ok.
Great cover though!
Overall rating: 3 out of 5
The Line
Teri Hall
224 pages
Young Adult
Dial
9780803734661
March 2010
Book borrowed from my local library
Heart of a Shepherd by Rosanne Parry
Oh gosh, this one as just as wonderful as every blogger said it was. Filled with such heart and soul, real characters, beautiful writing, and a fabulous setting. I honestly don't know how it didn't win the Cybil this year.
I had such emotion while reading this, having a husband in the military and the feelings of being left behind sometimes. Brother was just such an amazing main character and makes me want to hand this little book to everyone I know. Go out and get it if you haven't already!
Overall rating: 5 out of 5
Heart of a Shepherd
Rosanne Parry
176 pages
Middle Grade
Random House
9780375848025
January 2009
Book borrowed from my local library
The Total Tragedy of a Girl Named Hamlet by Erin Dionne
Yep, as adorable as everyone says. I, at times, had a pretty hard time believing in the crazy ways of Hamlet's parents, but that didn't deter from the cuteness of the overall sto
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Awesome mini reviews. I have The Line in my TBR pile, so I hope to get to it soon. I'm sorry it fell short for you.
I agree with you on The Line. And Heart of A Shepherd. Oh how I loved that book. It was such a wow book for me! I wouldn't have wanted to be a judge for the finalists in that category. There were two or three that I just found to be oh-so-amazing.