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Title: Hannah West in the Belltown Towers

Author: Linda Johns

Narrator: Rena Strober

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-27-08

Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

In this first audiobook in a lively new Sleuth series, Hannah and her mom - who adopted Hannah from China when she was a baby - move into their latest new place: a high-rise apartment in Seattle's swanky Belltown towers. And just as they're getting settled, someone tries to steal a valuable piece of artwork from one of their new neighbors! Quick as a wink, Hannah is on the trail of a thief who is wreaking havoc on Seattle's thriving art scene! Armed with her keen eye and ever-present sketchbook, no detail gets past Hannah unnoticed....

Members Reviews:

Hey! Another 46-year-old loves this story!

Hannah West is an amazing character. This author brought Hanna alive for me with her description; Hanna has some great highlights in her hair and loves the color purple. While Hannah does have some of the typical traits of a 12-year-old, she also has individuality and a unique perspective on life. How could she not with a mother who has three jobs, yet still makes plenty of time for Hannah.

Hannah is an artist in progress and also a sleuth and she uses her art to capture clues and work out her theories. Homeless is not a word she likes to use to describe herself, however, with no real roots, Hannah is still grounded enough to follow her own path. She and her mother "house-sit" for rent and they find themselves in some posh digs in Seattle. The theft of some paintings is right up Hannah's art ally and she uses her sketch book, her best friend and a borrowed terrier to solve the crime.

Linda Johns has created a wonderful series and I plan to add a few more of her titles to my bookshelf.

good mystery for tween girls

In the tradition of girl detectives like Nancy Drew, [...] Hannah West solves mysteries in Seattle. Her story is told in the first person and the title character is appealing and a bit quirky. This one is the first in a series (four have been published thus far). Hannah's adventures include lots of local color about Seattle and its different neighborhoods; one noteworthy element is that she is an adopted Chinese daughter of a white mother who is a professional housesitter; this occupation gives the author a reason to have the main character in a different setting in each book. It also provides a multicultural element to the stories that make them very contemporary. The story in this particular book has to do with stolen art works and, despite the criminal part of the plot, is not at all frightening or violent. Readers might also enjoy Hannah's blog, which allows readers to leave comments (although the most recent post from the author seems to be from 2007).

hannah west deserves six stars

I read this book for a mystery book

report in fourth grade (same age as now) and thought it was a good book. I first started to read it in third grade but i was reading so many books at once i kinda just forgot about it but once i finaly finnished it i thought it was a pretty decent book.

Great book for mystery lovers

I loved HANNAH WEST IN THE BELLTOWN TOWERS and so did my twelve-year-old daughter. I love that Hannah's mom has a non-traditional job as a house-sitter and Hannah is truly an original character.

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Title: Swede Dreams

Subtitle: Students Across the Seven Seas

Author: Eva Apelqvist

Narrator: Jennifer Van Dyck

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-14-08

Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Swede escape! Calista Swanson has begun her study abroad semester in Stockholm, Sweden, and she couldn't be happier! There's finally some distance between her and the constant piano-playing of her annoying sister Suzanne. Calista and Suzanne are twins, but the only thing they have in common is their birth date. Suzanne is a focused and gifted pianist, but a social dud. Calista isn't at all focused, but she always has her friends, and a boyfriend, by her side. And that goes for her time in Sweden, as well. Jonas, who'd been an exchange student at her high school in Wisconsin, lives in Stockholm. He's the main reason Calista is studying in Sweden, and she knows he'll be in tow as she explores everything Sweden has to offer, from visiting Swedish castles to learning more about the Viking era, to sampling treats from a smorgasbord, to strolling the cobblestone streets of Stockholm's Gamla Stan. Calista loves Sweden from the moment she arrives, but why hasn't Jonas called?

©2007 Eva Alpelqvist; (P)2008 Penguin

Members Reviews:

An old favorite

I have read the book before, many times, it is narrated well and was fun to listen to.

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Title: Billy Thunder and the Night Gate

Author: Isobelle Carmody

Narrator: Rebecca Macauley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-06-06

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Rage Winnoway's mother has been asleep since she had a terrible accident. In a quest to find healing magic, Rage and her animal friends travel through a strange gateway to Valley, a land of mythical beasts, talking dogs, and streets that change shapes. But Valley is no paradise. Harsh guardians rule a sinister black city, and fugitive witch folk work forbidden magic. Rage desperately wants to go home, but the one person who can help her, a wizard, has disappeared. Her only guides are the treacherous firecat and an enchanted hourglass.

This is the first book in the Gateway Trilogy.

Editorial Reviews:

A delightful but heart-rending story about a shy girl who sets off on a quest to save her mother. Young Rage Winnoways closest friends are her dogs, and when she runs away to visit her mother in the hospital, she enters a magical world where her pets are transformed into beings who can help her. Performer Rebecca Macauley's voice is tender and sweet, with a light Australian accent, while Isobelle Carmody's writing creates a story that crosses deftly between real and imaginary worlds. A wonderful if sometimes sad story for older children.

Critic Reviews:

"A brilliant tale of courage and transformation that will amaze and impress the minds of a young and old audience." (allreaders.com)

"Carmody's writing is satisfyingly brocaded and her elaborate world building will impress genre fans." (Booklist)

"This is a good, solid choice."(School Library Journal)

Members Reviews:

wonderful story

This adventure story about a girl and her dogs was such a joy. My 11 year old daughter and I listened to it together and both really enjoyed it.

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Title: Traitor

Author: Pete Johnson

Narrator: Lisa Coleman

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-18-06

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Tom, Mia, and Oliver are the victims of a gang of bullies, who waylay them on the way home from school. It's not at school, so the teachers wouldn't be able to help, and they don't want to tell their parents, so there's only one option: to pay up. At first. But as the pressure builds more and more, a terrible suspicion begins to surface: could one of the three friends be helping the bullies? And if so, just who is...the traitor?

©2004 Pete Johnson;

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Title: Helicopter Man

Author: Elizabeth Fensham

Narrator: Stig Wemyss

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-24-10

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Pete's dad is being pursued by a secret organisation. Both their lives are in danger, and when the helicopters hover nearby, they must hide.

Pete knows he leads an unusual life, but he's never dared ask questions before. Now he needs some answers. His dad's behaviour is starting to confuse him. But when Pete starts to piece the scraps of information together, what will he discover? Who, exactly, are they running from? And why is his father really behaving so strangely?

Editorial Reviews:

When 12-year-old Pete and his father go on the lam again, Pete must wonder if his father's claims are real or delusional. Stig Wemyss performs this audiobook in the form of journal entries with sincerity. He embodies Pete's enthusiasm, innocence, and loneliness through this journey. His Australian accent is heavy but adds to the authenticity of Pete's voice. Having a relative with a mental illness isn't easy for any young person, but fortunately this audiobook honestly addresses this issue. Listeners in grades six through nine will most enjoy Helicopter Man.

Critic Reviews:

"This compact, intense read, set in Australia, will speak directly to teens growing up with a schizophrenic parent, as well as to a wide range of readers who will finish the affecting story with more questions about and compassion for the mentally ill." (Booklist)

Members Reviews:

Not a bad book to read!

Good quality. The book itself isn't my favorite, but worth the read. I did this as part of my College Psychology research project and it has a lot of psychological concepts which are great to see in a different context like this.

Sequel???

I found it quite interesting... it is a good heart warming story and it kind of left me wanting more! So @Elizabeth Fensham MAKE A SEQUEL! Really good book and i definitely recomend it to anyone for a short read, and its even four points on accelerated reader.

Great book.

I chose this book for my 10 &11 year old nephews. As they are going through a similar situation. I believe this will help them because they will be able to relate to the boy in the story and maybe they won't feel so different.

Authentic, fresh storytelling

This review first appeared in the "Ephrata (PA) Review":

Fensham, a teacher for 15 years in her homeland of Australia, set out to fill a void--a novel for children who have family members suffering from schizophrenia.

"Information booklets were not enough to ease their pain and bewilderment," she writes. "I searched the library for a fiction novel that might both entertain and inform, but could find nothing."

Fensham penned "Helicopter Man" so skillfully that it reads first and foremost like a novel--not a story superimposed on facts about mental illness.

As the story opens, 12-year-old Pete and his father are "camping" in a dilapidated shed on someone's property. Pete's father must stay hidden or on the move. Convinced that a spy network is out to get him, he freaks when helicopters pass overhead.

The story is told from Pete's viewpoint, through journal entries and letters to a friend, which lends a fresh authenticity to the account. Pete's entries range from musings on the past to his daily concerns, gradually revealing how he and his father have arrived at their present homeless state and how they are extracted from it.

The story is gripping, the characters believable and likeable.

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Title: Angus MacBain and the Agate Eyeglass

Subtitle: Angus MacBain Series, Book 2

Author: Angela J. Townsend

Narrator: Rish Outfield

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-27-17

Publisher: Spinning Broom Books

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

When Angus MacBain finds that a Sea Hag has cast a deadly spell on Vanora's father, he must once again set aside his life in the outside world to plunge into danger to save his friend's father. But when he seeks out Fane, advisor to the MacBain Kings, Angus discovers that Vanora's father is not the only one in dire peril. Now with two souls in mortal danger, Angus and Vanora must face the unknown challenges of Fingal's Cave alone this time - without the aid of his trusted advisor. But what new and dreadful dangers lurk in the Hall of Kings? Armed with only the ancient weapon of the MacBain Kings, the heirloom amber eyeglass, Angus is about to find out.

Members Reviews:

Five Stars

Loved it. Hope there are more to the set. I will buy them too.

A good read

Angus' next trial is a good read, new magical beings and all.

Enjoyed reading it, easy and fun to do.

Five Stars

Fun reading and I can't wait for the next book.

Great story! Good read

Looking forward to the next book! Great story! Good read!

Five Stars

good kids book

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Title: Josh Anvil and the Pivotal Weapon

Subtitle: Josh Anvil Series, Book 2

Author: Bruce E Arrington

Narrator: Bruce E. Arrington

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-10-14

Publisher: Pipe Dream Books

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Dominant aliens. A pivotal weapon. A broken world. Josh's next adventure.

It's been said that nothing ever stays the same, and it's true when it comes to Josh's abilities. He's now on a different planet, and suddenly his old powers are gone. But new ones take their place. He just has to figure out what they are. As Josh agrees to help his new friends, their adventures take them into even more worlds, and his powers change again. So in Josh's case it helps to be flexible.

The aliens that supercharged Josh are part of a race that controls many worlds, and Josh learns that Earth is next on their list. It doesn't take long for the aliens to know he's in their world, and they are determined to prevent his way back to Earth by any means possible.

Members Reviews:

Fun Fantasy Adventures about a Teenage Boy

Josh Anvil and the Pivotal Weapon by Bruce Arrington is a YA fantasy about the fourteen-year-old Josh and his heroic adventures outwitting the evil alien Raga and saving Earth from invasion.

Joshâs human friend Troy accompanies him, along with Anton, a humanoid alien slave from another world. They meet up with more of Antonâs people, plus a helpful renegade alien, along the way.

This is the second adventure about Josh and his friends, and this time our hero has mind melded with an intelligent power that guides him into rescuing Antonâs son and a remarkable young woman who can split planets. Our hero pilots an organic spaceship made from a tree. It replicates Joshâs favorite meals (fast food tacos and barbeque pizzas) and conjures cool teen clothes (jeans and t-shirts with snappy sayings).

Mixed in with the fun romp, the story examines more serious themes about Joshâs loyalty, not only to his close friends, but also to the welfare of Earth. Our hero struggles with the consequences of rash and revengeful actions. The end of the story is a satisfying conclusion to the current set of adventures, and sets the stage for more fun to come in the sequel. For fans of YA fantasy adventures about a teenage boy, this story is a recommended read.

I purchased a copy of this book.

cool book

I really enjoyed this book. I hope that there will be more of this adventure. Adults as well as children can enjoy this family friendly book.

A Fantastic YA Fantasy!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.

This is the second book in the Josh Anvil Series. I loved it!

Josh Anvil is a fantastic character. I liked him very much. He is a smart and curious fourteen year old. Unfortunately, he doesn't see himself the same way. He has low self-esteem, which is caused by his dyslexia and being bullied at school. However, he is an excellent story teller and basketball player, has a vivid imagination and incredible powers thanks to the aliens that saved him after an accident in the swamp where he lives. (Read book 1 to find out how that happens). But he's about to embark on a journey full of danger and adventure. Can he save his planet from a vengeful alien?

I have been wanting to read this book for some time (ever since I read the first book in the series, Josh Anvil and the Cypress Door, way back in 2013). Unfortunately, due to my long reading list, I have only now been able to get to read it.

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Title: By Blood

Subtitle: By Blood, Book 1

Author: Tracy Banghart

Narrator: Becca Ballenger

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-17-14

Publisher: Tracy Banghart

Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

For 17-year-old Emma Wong, spending a summer in England should be a dream come true. Gorgeous scenery? Check. Lots of hot guys with accents? Yes, please.

Spending two months with her mom, Dr. Mike (dont call him her stepdad), and their pooping, puking infant son? Not what she had in mind. Its a disaster even her favorite cherry red leather jacket cant fix (leather and spit-up so do not mix).

Not only does she get put on diaper duty (gag), but theres also Dr. Mikes cute research assistant to contend with. The only thing more embarrassing than her trying to plant one on him hours after they meet? Knowing hell be a witness to her familys dysfunction all summer long.

So when Emma meets a mysterious girl who happens to be a Druid, the summer suddenly promises to be far more intriguing than she expected. Powerful rituals, new friends, an intoxicating sense of freedom...and Simon, the sexy foreign stranger she was hoping for. Its all a perfect distraction from dirty diapers and awkward family dinners.

Trouble is, intriguing doesnt often mean simple. And Emma is about to discover just how not simple her life really is.

Members Reviews:

Brat

The narration was really good but the main character was SUCH a spoiled brat until about the last hour of the book, I absolutely couldn't stand her. It's hard to really like a book when the main character irritates the living hell out of you. And the story was pretty blah up until the end as well. I keep waiting for something awesome to happen...and kept waiting and waiting. The end was good but that's about it. I'll be returning this one and definitely won't be looking for future books in the series.

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Title: Earthfall

Author: Mark Walden

Narrator: Steven Alexander

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-10-12

Publisher: Audible Studios

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Sam wakes to see strange vessels gathered in the skies around London. People stream past, walking silently towards the enormous ships which emit a persistent noise. Only Sam seems immune to the signal. Six months later, Sam is absolutely alone. In his underground bunker he only has food and water for a couple of days. He has no choice but to venture above. Spotted by a flying drone, Sam escapes, but the drone slashes him with a barbed tendril. Without medical supplies the wound will kill him, but this time above ground, he is less lucky. Cornered again, Sam thinks he has reached the end - then the drone is shot down in a hail of machine gun fire. In five minutes Sam learns two things. He is not alone, and the drone injury should have killed him instantly - yet he is still alive. The battle for earth is about to begin...

Members Reviews:

Great book, would toataly recommend

This book is great I can recommend it to any one who likes Mark Walden or someone who like action or sci-Fi fantasy.

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Title: Mates, Dates, and Sole Survivors

Author: Cathy Hopkins

Narrator: Shirley Barthelmie

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 21 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-23-10

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Lucy seems to be out on a limb. Everybody has a boyfriend except her, and since she put Tony on the back burner, he's found someone else. Then on a spa weekend with Izzie, she meets someone who seems just right for her. And he feels the same way about her. But after a while, Lucy starts to feel smothered. Can someone love you too much? Maybe the life of a singleton isn't so bad after all!

Editorial Reviews:

Just when Lucy decides she wants to go out with Tony, he gets a new girlfriend. Chagrined, she decides that a spa weekend with Izzie will soothe her ruffled feelings. It seems like a lucky star is finally shining on her when she meets Daniel, who is perfect in every way. But it soon starts to feel like he's taking over her life. Is it possible that someone can love you too much? Narrator Shirley Barthelmie modulates her even-toned narration to create expressive voices for the teen characters in this bouncy, fast-paced story, and she effortlessly recreates their wild shifts in mood and teen theatrics with great sincerity.

Critic Reviews:

"Sharply written teenage fiction." (Publishing News)

"The Mates, Dates series is perfectly pitched, the characters are lively and entertaining. Readers of the previous novels will grab at this episode eagerly." (The Bookseller)

Members Reviews:

Great Listening

Mates, Dates is a GREAT series and Sole Survivors continues the adventures. You don't have to take these stories in any particular order; it's less confusing, but the storyline goes smoothly. This series is about teenagers in London and their romances. Enjoyable whether you're young or old. Cathy Hopkins is a great writer and the stories are well balanced and interesting.

Mates, Dates, and Sole Survivors

Mates, Dates, and Sole Survivors

By: Cathy Hopkins

Written by: Kylie Barth

This book is all about a girl named Locy Lovering and her two friends Izzie and Nesta. They book starts out with the three girls getting ready for summer break. They all make a resolution for the summer. Lucy decides that for her resolution, she is going to ask out Tony, Nesta's brother. Lucy and Tony had played around a couple of times before but never actually went out. So Lucy writes him a letter and gives it to Nesta to give to him. Then Lucy meets him that night and he tells her that he doesn't want to go oyut with her. Sad, Lucy runs home and tells Nesta to intercept the letter but its to late, he has it. So Lucy decides to ignore him. Izzie invites Lucy to a spa week and Lucy accepts. They go to the spa and Lucy meets a guy, Daniel. Her and Daniel become boyfriend and girlfriend. After they go home, Lucy begins to understand the real kind of guy Daniel is. He is very clingy and is jealous of Lucy's friend. So one day Lucy met Tony at a shop, and they begin to talk when all of a sudden Daniel appears. Tony leaves and Daniel and Lucy fight ending in Lucy dumping him. After that, Daniel keeps on texting her and sending her flowers, but she ignores him. In the end, the three girls decide to have a no boys sleepover. They decide that they don't need a guy to feel good about themselves.

One of my favorite quotes in the book is, " Not even my dog was interested in what her was saying." I love this quote because I can really relate to it. Sometimes, when I am talking to people, they just interupt me and go on about somwething that is totally boring.