Night Shade by Lynne Ewing

DAUGHTERS OF THE MOON SERIES BOOK 03

Night Shade by Lynne Ewing
Volo
Published in 2001
ISBN 0786807083
275 Pages

PLACES TO BUY FROM:

Amazon (Paperback): First Three Books
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CHECKED OUT THE BOOK FROM MY PUBLIC LIBRARY.

APART OF THE GOODREADS 2011 READING CHALLENGE.

2ND REVIEW. 1ST REVIEW IS HERE.

Review/Rating:

3 out of 5



Once a gang member, Jimena changed her tone after learning her destiny as a Daughter of the Moon. She is not afraid of anything, but when her deceased boyfriend, Veto, shows up again from the dead, Jimena is afraid what kind of bargain he has made with the Atrox that could cost them their lives.

I decided to do a better review of the Daughters of the Moon series by Lynne Ewing since my first ones weren’t done very well. This book is really a fast read, but since I really didn't like this one, it took longer than the other two books.

In the third book of the Daughters of the Moon series, it explores the legend behind the goddess, Diana. It really isn't as interesting as the other two mythology information, so meh.

The tone and dialogue reminds me a lot of my teenage years and my high school, so the author did a really good job at writing the book in teenage words and their world. The descriptions were also very well done, and both of these things made the book go a little bit faster than most other young adult books. So, I really like this book from this stand point. Another thing I liked about this book is the mythology that is incorporated in it. Also, the character growth and their personalities are believable (for a supernatural book). Despite the descriptions, there is very little growth, and it is not as interesting as the first two books. However, it's better than most books that have a series. :( As the books/series goes on, you get more information about the Daughters of the Moon and the Atrox, which is good because it won't overload you with information with just one book. Third book is still pretty good, so good read it. :) I'll be reading the next book after I read a picture book.

Any more information would spoil the books. :P

Other Reviews/Author Site:

Lynne Ewing
Goodreads: Night Shade by Lynne Ewing
Library Thing: Night Shade by Lynne Ewing
Rashel's Reads: Night Shade by Lynne Ewing
Natalie's Bookshelf: Night Shade by Lynne Ewing

And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell, Illustrated by Henry Cole

And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell
Illustrated by Henry Cole
Simon & Schuster for Young Readers
Published in 2005
ISBN 9780689878459
32 Pages

PLACES TO BUY FROM:

Amazon (Hardback)
Barnes & Noble (Hardback)

CHECKED OUT THE BOOK FROM MY PUBLIC LIBRARY.

APART OF THE BANNED/CHALLENGED BOOKS CHALLENGE.

APART OF THE GOODREADS 2011 READING CHALLENGE.

Review/Rating:

4 out of 5



Ease of Reading Text: 5 out of 5
Illustrations: 3 out of 5
Plot: 5 out of 5

Based on a true story, Roy and Silo are two penguins who are a couple, but when they notice all the other penguins having babies, they want one as well. Then, their caretaker, Mr. Gramzay, gives them a left over egg to take care of. And when Tango is hatched, they created a new kind of penguin family.

This is one of the top ten challenged books in 2006, 2007, and 2008. It was also number two for 2009. Anyways, I can't see how it is one of the top challenged children's books. It only retells a true story about penguins in New York. Yeah, sure, it is about two male penguins, but it goes in about how there are different types of families. I guess most people are just too touchy about subjects like two males being together, even if it is penguins.

I thought the story/plot was cute, even if it is based on a true story. You might have to explain some weird things, if your kid asks about it. But it might be a good way to start explaining different kinds of families and not to start hate over different people. Anyways, I really didn't like the illustrations that much, but they did remind me of how picture books used to be --- colored with colored pencils. :X

The only lesson I can think that's in there is to not judge different kinds of families, which makes it sort of enjoyable. Anyways, it is a good read to read to your children, and I think they will love the illustrations, even if they are basic looking. And if they do ask questions, explain it without hate or judging. :)

Other Reviews/Author Site:

Justin Richardson
Peter Parnell
Henry Cole
Goodreads: And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell
Library Thing: And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell
Books for Kids Blog: And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell
The Quick Wit Litniks: And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell

Into the Cold Fire by Lynne Ewing

DAUGHTERS OF THE MOON SERIES BOOK 02

Into the Cold Fire by Lynne Ewing
Volo
Published in 2000
ISBN 0786806540
264 Pages

PLACES TO BUY FROM:

Amazon (Paperback): First Three Books
Barnes & Noble (Paperback): First Three Books

CHECKED OUT THE BOOK FROM MY PUBLIC LIBRARY.

APART OF THE GOODREADS 2011 READING CHALLENGE.

2ND REVIEW. 1ST REVIEW IS HERE.

Review/Rating:

5 out of 5



Serena's power to read minds comes in handy sometimes, but it also makes her more at risk to turning to the Atrox. So, when the Atrox attempts to turn her, what will the rest of the Daughters of the Moon do? Will Jimena and the rest of the Daughters be able to prevent the premonition of Serena turning?

I decided to do a better review of the Daughters of the Moon series by Lynne Ewing since my first ones weren’t done very well. This book is really a fast read. I finished it in a week, but that's only because I had to go to work. >.<

In the second book of this series, it explains about Hekate and how she is a Goddess of the Night, and also how she might be credited to evil. Also, there are 13 books in this series, so more information about the Daughters of the Moon and the Atrox will show up as the books progress, which is a good thing because it isn’t cramped all into one book.

The tone and dialogue reminds me a lot of my teenage years and my high school, so the author did a really good job at writing the book in teenage words and their world. The descriptions were also very well done, and both of these things made the book go a little bit faster than most other young adult books. So, I really like this book from this stand point. Another thing I liked about this book is the mythology that is incorporated in it. Also, the character growth and their personalities are believable (for a supernatural book). I can’t wait until I re-read the next book in this series. This book starts out better than the first one since you have a little bit more information to go on. Also, my favorite character is Stanton. :) Yes, I'm weird and like all types of guys from different kinds of books.

The plot isn’t that much different from other supernatural books or shows since it is basically teenage girls fighting evil, which might remind some people of Sailor Moon and several other anime. That might be way I like it since it kind of reminds me of most of the anime I watch. Oh, well, I like that and mythology so it was perfect book for me. Also, there is a little bit more, errr, sexual tension than the first book.

Any more information would spoil this book and series. :D I can't wait to start on the next book in the series (again).

Other Reviews/Author Site:

Lynne Ewing
Goodreads: Into the Cold Fire by Lynne Ewing
Library Thing: Into the Cold Fire by Lynne Ewing
Missy's Book Blog: Into the Cold Fire by Lynne Ewing
Rashel's Reads: Into the Cold Fire by Lynne Ewing
Natalie's Bookshelf: Into the Cold Fire by Lynne Ewing

There's a Cat in the Library by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter, Illustrated by Steve James

DEWEY SERIES

There's a Cat in the Library by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter
Illustrated by Steve James
Little, Brown and Company
Published in 2009
ISBN 9780316068741
40 Pages

PLACES TO BUY FROM:

Amazon (Hardback)
Barnes & Noble (Hardback)

CHECKED OUT THE BOOK FROM MY PUBLIC LIBRARY.

APART OF THE GOODREADS 2011 READING CHALLENGE.

Review/Rating:

5 out of 5



Ease of Reading Text: 5 out of 5
Illustrations: 5 out of 5
Plot: 5 out of 5

The illustrated children's book version of Vicki Myron's adult book, Dewey the Library Cat. Dewey is new to being a library cat, as he is trying to figure out what a library cat does, he wonders if he is the right cat for the job.

I decided to start reviewing some picture books because I see really cute ones in the library, and this is my first one. While most people don't like it is based on a true story from another author, I like it. Why? Because it gives a chance for little kids to broaden their horizons even though they aren't on the adult reading level yet.

Anyways, I like the children's book version, but I'm not too sure if I would like the adult book. >.>" The author(s) made it really easy and fun to read for children. The illustrations make it even more enjoyable. They were so cute and soft that I looked at the pages extra long. :)

There aren't really any special hidden lessons for children in the book, but it is still really enjoyable. Anyways, it is a good read to read to your children, and I think they will love the illustrations.

Other Reviews/Author Site:

Vicki Myron
Bret Witter
Steve James
Goodreads: Dewey: There's a Cat in the Library by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter
Library Thing: Dewey: There's a Cat in the Library by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter
Books for Kids Blog: Dewey: There's a Cat in the Library by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter
The Quick Wit Litniks: There's a Cat in the Library by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter

Goddess of the Night by Lynne Ewing (2nd)

DAUGHTERS OF THE MOON SERIES BOOK 01

Goddess of the Night by Lynne Ewing
Volo
Published in 2000
ISBN 0786806532
294 Pages

PLACES TO BUY FROM:

Amazon (Paperback): First Three Books
Barnes & Noble (Paperback): First Three Books

CHECKED OUT THE BOOK FROM MY PUBLIC LIBRARY.

APART OF THE GOODREADS 2011 READING CHALLENGE.

2ND REVIEW. 1ST REVIEW IS HERE.

Review/Rating:

5 out of 5



Vanessa Cleveland has always want to be like other teenage girls, especially the part of dating and kissing boys without disappearing in front of them. So, what is she going to do when she starts dating Michael Saratoga? And to make matters worse someone has been following her. Has someone finally found out about her secret?

I decided to do a better review of the Daughters of the Moon series by Lynne Ewing since my first ones weren't done very well. This book is really a fast read. I finished it in pretty much three days. ;)

Anyways, the book starts out great since it explains about the legend of Selene and how the daughters of the moon came to be, but it doesn't go into that much detail about it. Also, there are 13 books in this series, so more information about the Daughters of the Moon and the Atrox will show up as the books progress, which is a good thing because it isn't cramped all into one book

The tone and dialogue reminds me a lot of my teenage years and my high school, so the author did a really good job at writing the book in teenage words and their world. The descriptions were also very well done, and both of these things made the book go a little bit faster than most other young adult books. So, I really like this book from this stand point. Another thing I liked about this book is the mythology that is incorporated in it. Also, the character growth and their personalities are believable (for a supernatural book). I can't wait until I re-read the next book in this series.

The plot isn't that much different from other supernatural books or shows since it is basically teenage girls fighting evil, which might remind some people of Sailor Moon and several other anime. That might be way I like it since it kind of reminds me of most of the anime I watch. Oh, well, I like that and mythology so it was perfect book for me.

Other Reviews/Author Site:

Lynne Ewing
Goodreads: Goddess of the Night by Lynne Ewing
Library Thing: Goddess of the Night by Lynne Ewing
Missy's Book Blog: Goddess of the Night by Lynne Ewing
Rashel's Reads: Goddess of the Night by Lynne Ewing
Natalie's Bookshelf: Goddess of the Night by Lynne Ewing