TBGS READERS

Twenty Four Seconds from Now
This book was very strong in how connected the reader felt to the characters; however, I think it lacked a more engaging story-line and also it was quite anticlimactic, reducing the excitement.

Arnold

Wolf Siren
I found this book incredible with links to many real world problems like sexism and facing a disability. It also really touched me in the way that it was written and it almost felt as if I was in the woods with Red. This book is an amazing coming-of-age fantasy that I would rate 10/10.

Ernest

Not Going To Plan
This book was really heartwarming and connected with the themes incredibly well. Pros: the style of writing really grabs your attentions and makes you feel as if you are in the characters shoes, the themes are explored really well with multiple different opinions displayed in the book cons: I don't think this book has any cons

Ernest

Popcorn
Popcorn follows the story of a boy with anxiety throughout a school day, which gets worse and worse. This book utilises emotive language effectively to allow the reader to really get in empathise with Andrew. However, it is slightly repetitive and extremely predictable so therefore not very entertaining as a whole.

Arnold

Twenty Four Seconds from Now
"Twenty-Four Seconds from Now" is a cute, humorous story that is told from finish to start with great intimacy and care. Such, that after reading the entire book, feel like they have experienced a small chunk of Neon's life. Told in a unique conversational manner; scattered with memorable, hilarious moments that add personality and character. In the story, we are immersed in the complicated life of a young adolescent, needing to learn "what is a healthy relationship?" and how he should go about sex. Throughout this story a deep connection is built between the reader and Neon. Although it discusses serious terms, Jason Reynolds has managed to compose a fun short, original novel that stands tall in the vast world of literacy.

Martin

Birdie
This book really utilizes the themes of identity belonging and home and wraps them all together to make a beatiful heartwarming story.

Ernest