Charley's Book Club

Charley and Kirby Brunclik discuss "The False Prince" by Jennifer A. Nielsen. In this episode, we explore the thrilling story of Sage, an orphan chosen to impersonate the missing Prince Jaron in a high-stakes plan to save the kingdom of Carthya. We talk about how hubris is relatable, what it teaches us, wearing masks, and what we think will happen next in The Ascendance Series

Charley and her Dad discuss Hatchet, by Gary Paulsen. What they would do the same and different, what the meaning of setbacks are, overcoming adversity, and so much more. If you want to read hatchet go here: https://amzn.to/3wWxt8a

Charley has a very special guest on the podcast this episode. In addition to her dad, she's invited her Grandma, Laura Kodiak, on the show to discuss a book they all read together. They're taking on a new series, The Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger. They talk about where this book ranks among other young-adult series, what powers they wish they had, who they think the real bad-guys are, and more!

If you want to read this book or read book 2 so you're ready for our next podcast, click the links below:

Book 1: https://amzn.to/3M6efBi

Book 2: https://amzn.to/3tDwdEO

Charley is exploring a new series by Rick Riordan. This week she is talking about the Kane Chronicles: The Red Pyramid. She discusses the switch to Egyptian Mythology, favorite characters, and what she thinks happens next. To get this book or get ahead of us on the next in the series, check the links below.

The Red Pyramid: https://amzn.to/3rJBDOc

The Throne of Fire: https://amzn.to/3M5mnlE

Charley is talking about the final book in the Hero's of Olympus Series: The Blood of Olympus by Rick Riordan. She discusses her favorite characters, how it ended, and what she thinks will happen next.

If you want to read the book yourself check it out here: https://amzn.to/3ZiMGtS

Sorry for the mixup, we call it episode 16 in the recording but it's actually episode 17! Today Charley is talking about book 4 in the Heroes of Olympus series by Rick Riordan. Charley and her Dad discuss which characters they liked the most, who's side story was the most interesting, and what they think will happen in the final book. If you haven't read House of Hades or you want to read The Blood of Olympus with us go to these links!

House of Hades: https://amzn.to/44nRBdY

Blood of Olympus: https://amzn.to/3YQpCT5

Charley is back to talk about The Mark of Athena, by Rick Riordan. Her and her dad discuss the themes of the book, their favorite monsters, what they think will happen in the next book, and more!

To get your copy of the book go here: https://amzn.to/3pZQtPH

Charley and her dad are back to talk about The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan. They talk about the differences of Roman vs Greek gods, which horse is the best, powers, why they eat so much in the book, and so much more!

If you want to buy a copy of the book go here: https://amzn.to/3JTZWihhttps://amzn.to/3JTZWih

Charley welcomes her Mom for the first time on the podcast. Her mom is an experienced Podcast host and they are excited to talk about Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Mass. If you want to check the book out for yourself go here: https://amzn.to/3BbUCln

We're back! Sorry for the delay. Charley is talking about The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan. Charley shares her thoughts on the new characters introduced, what she liked about them, who her favorite monster was, and so much more. If you haven't read the book you can go here to get it: https://amzn.to/40No7EL