Cleeve Carnegie Crew

King of Nothing
it was a good book to read recommend it if you want to try a new genre or love this type of genre

HAYDEN

Little Bang
This book was perfect for me. As I am someone who doesn't read a lot, this book caught my attention in seconds. I love politics and debates about abortion. So this debate on whether Mel should get an abortion or keep little bang had me hooked. Also Sid is like the dream guy: Funny, caring, slightly dim and a genuine person. In my opinion, the ending wasn't even that bad. I've heard of people complaining about how it is disappointing but I think it ended in the best way. Overall I think this book is 4 ½ stars out of 5.

Bea

All That It Ever Meant
I really enjoyed how the author shows how teenagers deal with their anger. I also liked how she was able to discuss ethnicity within the book.

Erin

The Things We Leave Behind
This book made me realise how much being separated from family hurts. The characters were really likeable and it was really sad when they left. This book also shows how dangerous our society can be and how it can impact our lives completely and it teaches us the importance of caring for your family whilst they’re still here. This book will make you sad but is an amazing read.

Kenton

All That It Ever Meant
Firstly, if you are affected by death, abortion and sexual themes, drugs and child death, this is definitely not the book for you. This book covers many themes that could affect a young person in 2025, so I think it is a very inspiring story. The author really describes the feeling of grief for Mati extremely vividly, so that the reader experiences what she is going through too. By telling the story in first person, Musariri tells Mati's story through a diary-type dialogue, which feels as though the main character is speaking directly to you. Overall, it is an extremely good book that I would read again. Would definately recommend!!!

liliana