Fitzpatrick’s ‘silence’ leaves readers speechless

December 17, 2012 • Joanna Olsen, Staff Writer  
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Start with Nora Grey, an average teenager who wishes for a normal life. Add in a fallen angel named Jev, a race of superhuman half-angels who want to overthrow Heaven, and the Black Hand who controls an army of them. Mix well. Sprinkle in family issues, Nora’s mom’s new boyfriend Hank, and a snobbish... Read more »

‘Inheritance’ shows people how a fantasy novel should be

April 11, 2012 • Tristan Buirley, Staff Writer  
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I remember first reading Cristopher Paloni’s Eragon in 6th grade and thinking that it was a great book. Still do. Now, six years later, I’ve finished reading the final book Inheritance and I think it’s also a great book. I’m a huge fan of fantasy novels, and the Inheritance cycle is one that... Read more »

‘The Hunger Games’ leaves fans hungry for more

February 8, 2012 • Gabrielle West, Staff Writer  
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  Suzanne Collins’ book The Hunger Games, which is more than just a clever title, is a futuristic story about Panem, a country that has been divided into 13 districts, but the 13th district was destroyed by the central government long ago. Each year, The Capitol holds “The Hunger Games,” where... Read more »

‘Runemarks’ makes its mark on its readers

September 29, 2011 • Tristan Buirley, Staff Writer  
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In Joanne Harris’ book Runemarks, Maddy Smith, the outcast-born protagonist, goes on an adventure that changes her world. An exciting novel filled with memorable characters, Runemark’s  intense action scenes and interesting twists kept me on the edge of my seat until the very last sentence. In... Read more »