Summer Readers Share Book Reviews
Looking for a good read? Just ask a book lover. We did.
Adults, teens and children enrolled in the Springfield-Greene County Library’s Summer Reading Program are posting reviews of books they’re reading through the online registration site. (You can participate at thelibrary.org/buildabetter world.)
Here’s what the summer readers are saying:
For adults:
"Mr. Mercedes" by Stephen King, mom2hmmx3 wrote: "I loved this book. It was perfectly creepy. It had me hooked from the beginning."
"What Your Doctor Won’t Tell You About Getting Older" by Mark Lachs, M.D. VirginiaMarshyBKM says: Candid, compassionate, and inspiring. A handbook about gaining control as we grow older – not surrendering decision-making to others. Full of information and concepts that are valuable to everyone."
"Final Girls" by Riley Sager. Jcpdiesel21 writes: "Terrifically entertaining; once this got its hooks into me, I didn't want to put it down and blazed through it…"
"Angels Walking" by Karen Kingsbury cjburt wrote: "This book was very captivating! It was about how the little things in life can add up to big miracles!"
For teens
"Girl Stolen" by April Henry. 21sarahhedges wrote: "This book kept me turning the pages and my eyes glued to the suspense. I really enjoyed engulfing myself into the plot with Cheyenne."
"Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo. Ciscoramon writes: "… I loved the suspense and the action, all the fantasy parts…"
"In the Hall of the Dragon King" by Stephen Lawhead. Huskypup2002 wrote: "… It is an action-packed Christian-based fantasy that is a must-read for any fantasy lover and/or Christian teen…"
Younger readers
MShuffit praises "Skippyjon Jones" by Judy Schachner. "… Highly recommend this book as a fantastic read-aloud!"
"Roller Girl" by Victoria Jamieson. DayDay writes: "This is a great book for anybody starting or in the middle of middle school/ junior high. It’s funny, relate-able and a good quick read. Especially good for anyone a little unsure of themselves or annoyed they don't fit in…"
"The Very Grumpy Day" by Stella J. Jones. Hcummins writes: "Gave us the opportunity to talk about how being kind to one another is always the best choice."
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