Peeled by Joan Bauer

Title: Peeled


Author: Joan Bauer


Length: 256 pages


Blurb: Hildy Biddle wants something monumental to happen so she can finally prove herself to be more than a high school journalist. The problem? her town's biggest story stars a ghost, which is not an easy interview. But while the local paper is playing up people's fears with shocking headlines of creepy happenings, Hildy is determined to figure out what's really going on. Unfortunately, her desire to uncover the truth is starting to cause a stir. With rumors swirling and tensions high, can Hildy push past all the hype and find out the real truth?



I got this book because I've read MANY of Joan Bauer's books (as ya know), and have enjoyed them thoroughly them all. 

She didn't disappoint me :)

I think this gif represents the whole book!

There are so many little details that really made the come together.  Their town, the ghost, and, of course, the spirit of friendship. I especially loved that the main character, Hildy, was a writer. Major points in my book! (Pun intended!) So was her cousin! 

Ahh... and Hildy's love story. Both of her former boyfriends had cheated on her. But, the worst part for Hildy is that one of them was on the school newspaper with her. I definitely sympathized her situation. 

Apparently, Hildy is exactly like her father, reporting wise. He seemed like a wonderful man, so I was sad that we didn't get to meet him. 

Now, the story of the ghost is some-what scrambled. From what I can recollect, there is a haunted house where some died, a local girl get visions (I think) , and a terrible accident happens. The neighbors of that house are being threatened (as far as I could make out), and they were being told to leave. 

The Verdict?

5 hearts!

Did any of you guys read this book? if so, what did you think?

A Mini Review

So, Wednesday is my book review day, but since we have exams coming up, I can only do mini reviews for a while. There will be more reviews though; don't worry. :)

My Mini Review today is Almost Home by Joan Bauer.  This is such a good book! It has a great meaning of family, friendship, and just a normal life. Well, not, really normal. You guys probably know that I love JOAN BAUER'S books, so I can't wait for this. I give 4 stars. So cute and fun. i actually took my copy to India, so I could read it. 

Tell me if you guys read this book, or any other books?

Forever Trisha <3

Finding Ruby Starling by Karen Rivers

 Title: Finding Ruby Starling


Author: Karen Rivers



Length: 288 pages




Blurb: When Ruth Quayle used a special app to find pictures of herself online, she found dozens of images of "Ruth Quayle"-- and one of "Ruby Starling." When Ruby Starling gets a message from Ruth Quayle proclaiming to be long-lost twin sisters, she doesn't know what to do with it -- until another message arrives the day after,  and another one. It could be a crazy stalker ... but she and Ruth do share a birthday, and a very distinctive ear... Ruth is an extroverted American girl. Ruby is a shy English one. As they investigate the truth of their birth, and the circumstances of their separation, they also share lives full of friends, family, and possible romances -- they realize they each may be the sister the other knew she needed. 

I had gotten this book from the library after realizing it was based off of one of my favorite movies: The Parent Trap. Fun Fact: Did you know that the movie was based off a book? Anyways, I loved the movie, and I felt like I should give the book a chance.

I especially loved their witty comments, and emails. Even the poems and letters had me gripping the book for more. The Ruth-Deliah moments were really sad, but created that Parent Trap vibe. Jedgar, Tink, Fiona, and Clophie (Chloe and Sophie; don't ask) were amazing friends. Honestly, Karen Rivers has made a great book!

                                                   

Though, there was one part I just didn't understand. Ruby's crush on Nate from the band STOP. It was like, he was part of something, but he wasn't. 

                                  

I just want to add that when both of them email each other in the beginning, it was a some-what river of denial. I understand that, but not that much. I'd be shocked, but I think I would come to accept it a little quicker. 

The Verdict?

5 Hearts!

                      I would certainly read this book again.

Forever Trisha <3

The Book Lover Questionnaire Tag!

I was tagged by Daisy @ A Bookish Flower to do The Book Lover Questionnaire Tag!

1) Do you have a specific place for reading?
Nope. I can probably read anywhere, except for on the school bus. That just makes me nauseous.

2) Bookmark or random piece of paper?
Bookmarks. Mostly sticky notes with a cute message.

3) Can you stop anywhere in a book or does you have to finish the chapter?

Have to finish the chapter. I need to find out what happens, and if I don't, it'll be nagging me for the rest of the day. Though, I sometimes stop anywhere.

4) Music or TV while reading?

Music all the way. Music sort of helps me, but sometimes I prefer to read in silence. The TV would distract me. 

5) Do you eat or drink while reading?

I love my food, so definitely eating. Except, I hate it when I sometimes get food on my book.

6) One book at a time or several?

One book at a time, except for school projects, and things like that.

7) Reading at home or elsewhere?

At home with music. Or, in the car, going to D.C., to visit my brother while he's at college. 

8) Read out loud or silently?

Silently. I have to be yelled at for at least 10 times when I'm reading. Sometimes, my parents just give up.

9) Do you read ahead or skip pages?

Don't even ask. I have a bad habit of going to the end, or skipping pages. I am TRYING VERY HARD to break this habit. VERY HARD!

10) Breaking the spine or keeping it like new?

New. Except, for when I love the book a lot. (This mainly happened when I was younger)

11) Do you write in your books?

NO WAY HOSE!                                                                                 

That was so much fun! Thanks Daisy!

The people that I tag are- Aarushi @ Aarushi's Advice, and Ana @ The Butterflies of Imagination!

I hope you guys can join me!

Forever Trisha <3

Hope Was Here

Do I have a book for you! Hope Was Here by Joan Bauer is an amazing book that captures the beauty of a girl named Hope, and here life working as a waitress in the town she and her aunt moved to in Wisconsin. G.T., the owners there is running for a campaign to be mayor against a wealthy candidate. Hope gets busy with the campaign, and diner, and most of all the friends she makes, and her aunt. Oh, by the way, G.T. has leukemia, which makes it even harder for home to get elected. Read this book!
   

This book deserves more than 5 stars, and will appeal to anyone.

                                       Doesn't the cover look amazing?


                                                 Forever Trisha <3

One of My New Favorite Book Series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ok guys. I have just came back from a competition and I need to tell you about this book series. This series is called the Mother-Daughter Book Club by Heather Vogel Frederick. Make sure you read this whole series!

Forever Trisha <3