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TravelersWife4Life (31 KP) rated Trouble Blows West (Ginnie West Adventures, #2) in Books

Feb 24, 2021  
Trouble Blows West (Ginnie West Adventures, #2)
Trouble Blows West (Ginnie West Adventures, #2)
Monique Bucheger | 2012
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Trouble Blows West by Monique Bucheger grabbed my attention from the very first chapter (just read it and you will find out why!) and kept me hooked throughout the story. This story is geared toward 4th-6th grade age persons, yet it still was fun for me to read. I liked the simple dialogue mixed with the tough issues. It reminded me of the Christy Miller series by Robin Jones Gunn only geared towards a younger audience. The main topic of bullying was covered gracefully; although I do wish the dad or teachers had more formally explained why counteracting bullying physically is not really the way to handle the situation, as this book is geared towards an impressionable audience. Otherwise, it was all very interesting, and I really enjoyed the overall storyline and I am looking forward to reading more about Ginny’s adventures!

I definitely recommend this book to kids (or young adults) looking for something light and fun to read. 4 out of 5 stars for the creative characters, the relevant themes, and for keeping me interested until the end.

*I volunteered to read this book in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.
  
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Ruth Frampton (577 KP) rated Caught in a Cycle in Books

Apr 10, 2018  
Caught in a Cycle
Caught in a Cycle
Amy B. Crowe | 2017 | Children
8
7.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
This children's book has its issues deciding what message it is really trying to give. The main theme is bullying is wrong, but it also gets mixed up with telling lies just makes things worse and while set in a zoo doing less that likely jobs make the whole thing difficult for it to give its message clearly and uncluttered by the extras.
A shame really, my daughter enjoyed it but didn't pick up the full message without some reinforcements.
Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher. and the author for allowing me to read and review a digital copy of this book.
  
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ashezbookz (32 KP) rated The Unlikelies in Books

Jul 5, 2018  
The Unlikelies
The Unlikelies
Carrie Firestone | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
10
9.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
4.5/5* This book was such a pleasant surprise - randomly picking it up at the library (and reading 30 pages while standing there) I decided to take it home - I finished it within a day I was so addicted. The ragtag group of teens battling bullying and drugs - trying to find themselves through the summer. I think the hometown hero aspect was so fun, each person doing something great and trying to make a difference, learning not all choices are going to be cut and dry, and even the romance was great. Such an awesome book.
  
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David McK (3562 KP) rated The Karate Kid (1984) in Movies

Jul 11, 2019 (Updated Aug 12, 2020)  
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Karate Kid (1984)
1984 | Adventure, Drama, Family
8
8.4 (86 Ratings)
Movie Rating Watch
"Wax on ... wax off"

Classic 1980s family movie, that is almost like a toned down version of Rocky, and that sees Mr Miyaga train Daniel(san) after he moves to LA and becomes the victim of High school bullying by the local 'in' crowd who also train at the local Doyo whilst a young Elisabeth Shue provides the love interest.

And, I've only just recently found out, the superlative scene where a drunk Mr Miyaga recounts the death of his wife and unborn son in an internment camp was nearly left on the cutting room floor!!