Charlotte Seager 

Reader reviews roundup

YOUR REVIEWS: We've been bewitched by your reviews this week, including some sporting exploits, a dystopian world and a healthy dose of fantasy
  
  


Take a deep breath: the World Cup is over! To console all our football fanatics, site member Mahi10 wrote a fantastic review of The Kick Off by Dan Freedman, in which footballer Jamie Johnson must learn to control his temper in order to win the match.

"I really liked this book because it was fast-paced and humorous. I liked how it was realistic football rather than something like a kick so hard it ripped the net. At some points in the story, I actually felt like I was in the crowd watching Jamie play. After finishing the book, I really did want to go outside and play football. I would rate this amazing, funny book five stars."

Moving on to another sport-themed novel, KhadijaH10 wrote an outstanding review of Boy21 by Matthew Quick. In this book, high school senior Finley befriends Russ, a former basketball phenomenon, and helps him come to terms with his troubled past.

"I have to admit, I didn't think I would enjoy this book … However, as I kept reading, I grew to love the characters, especially Russ … I'd strongly recommend this to anyone who likes a bit of heartbreak, and an odd story with quirky, different, characters."

Next up is a favourite among our site members, Divergent by Veronica Roth. Hanhans wrote a brilliant review of this story of a dystopian world divided by factions in which Tris discovers she is 'Divergent' and must keep this hidden from the authorities in order to survive.

"Tris was a very strong character and it was very interesting to read about her because she had her own mind and did not follow rules. She was a very determined character which made it so much better to read. And to top it all off there was a bit of romance in the book, which made it even better to read. I would recommend this book to people who enjoy adventure books and love books like The Hunger Games."

Similarly adventurous, but with elements of fantasy, Laura137 wrote a superb review of Heir of Fire by Sarah J Maas. Caleana, an assassin, must travel to a new land to try and defeat the King of Adarlan…

"If a book can make me feel this strongly and passionately, then it's a damn good book … You can guess a scene or two are not happy ones but I love that Sarah can lull me into a sense of safety and then crash it down upon you with an ingenious move, the previous two books are evidence, and I worship her for her risk-taking and bold moves. Thank you Sarah J Maas for another beautiful installment! An undoubtable, undebatable, undeniable five stars."

Continuing the theme of magic and fantasy, we move to a terrific review by mmkannah of Hexed by Michelle Krys. In this tale, high school cheerleader Indigo's world turns upside down when a dusty old family Bible gets stolen from her home, and she discovers she is a witch.

"The story will last long in your mind as you finish the book because the events are twisted and captivatingly crafted. It has character that will make you love them in no time. And as you encounter Bishop through reading the beginning chapters, we're sure that he'll make it to your top ten lists of hot book boyfies – or even to number one! So, when you drop by a bookstore or are planning to buy a book, consider Hexed by Michelle Krys because this one won't definitely upset your reading and make you disgruntled. In fact, it'll fill your reading senses."

Finally, this week's roundup ends with a spectacular review by Patrick of The Humans by Matt Haig. After Professor Andrew Martin solves the world's greatest mathematical riddle, he unexpectedly disappears.

"You could say that the lead is something of an antihero … But while there is oodles of humour, expect plenty of tears too because Haig doesn't let us get away that easily. While The Humans is one of Matt Haig's books squarely directed at adults, it's accessible to a younger audience and could be marketed in the late teens bracket (though he has produced the likes of Shadow Forest and Runaway Troll, two quite marvellous children's novels I thoroughly suggest you seek out). Matt Haig is a supreme talent and a writer to cherish, and The Humans is undoubtedly his magnum opus."

That's all folks! Thank you to all our site members for such fabulous reviews. If your review has been mentioned in our roundup, be sure to email the Book Elves and we will send you a prize in the post.

Happy reading!

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