Top 5 reads for August
Personally, I love reading, especially during the summer. This summer, I have compiled a list of the top 5 books you should DEFINITELY read. All of these books are great for all ages, and I have also written a short resume of each book. Happy reading!
Say you will - Eric Walters
This adorable and romantic novel follows the ups and downs of Sam, a teenager navigating high school during prom season. In between the "Promposals" and popularity wars, Sam might finally find the perfect girl to ask to prom and a way to do it she'll never never forget.
Wonder - R.J. Palacio
After years of homeschooling, August Pullman starts middle school at Beacher Prep. But Auggie isn't like the other kids. His facial disorder makes him a target for teasing and hidden glances. Auggie figures out who his real friends are while trying to overcome his self-consciousness.
Anne of Green Gables - L.M. Montgomery
Set in Prince Edward Island in the early 1900s, this book follows the life of an orphaned girl named Anne Shirley as she adjusts to life in her new home in Avonlea, PEI. Her "Think out of the box" personality helps her overcome the struggles of her new life and even starts to inspire others.
The Land of Strories - Chris Colfer
After the death of the their father, twins Alex and Connor are struggling to regain the balance in their life. For their birthday, their grandmother gives them their beloved childhood story book. The book transports them into the fairy tale world where Alex and Conner embark on a magical and suspenseful adventure trying to get back home while the evil Enchantress chases them in an endless pursuit. Alex and Conner may even uncover many secrets about their past.
Finding Serendipity - Angelica Banks
When her mother, writer Serendipity Smith, goes missing, Tuesday Mcgillycuddy sets out on a quest into the magical world where stories are made. While meeting story carachters and her way through incredible adventures of pirates and enchanted boats, Tuesday will discover what writing really means to her and to her mother.