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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Michelle Austin

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was a 4 star read for me, it took me a little bit to get into the story. I had a hard time connecting with Hadley at first. I felt like Hadley was portrayed more immature for her age group at times. After Hadley’s best friend moves away she gets bullied even more. Excited to be going to her grandparents for the summer she’s looking forward to getting to know her grandparents’ neighbor, Simone.

Hadley encounters up and down moments with Simone. She also meets Charlotte, a nice young lady that enjoys spending time with her. And she also meets Nick who she hits it off with at first, then there is a twist with him.

Overall this is a good read that touches on many young adult issues. All of the characters added a great element to the story. We get teenage drama, romance, bullying and so much more. I look forward to reading more from this author. 1-click and get started today.

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes Book 2) by T.S. Simons – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes #2)The Liminal Space by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so enjoying this series, and the 2nd book does not disappoint. I love YA Dystopia books and this is no different. As Cam continues his journey and he finally settles down in Lewis. His character really grows in this 2nd installment of this series for sure. Going from the past to the present, would you truly start over? There are questions no doubt as would I, would I start over? This book is just full of emotion for me and hard to put down.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Stephanie Nicole

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Next Door to a Star was definitely an interesting read to say the least. Ms. Hager created a well developed young teen character so much so that I had to remember that the book was written by an adult. In the beginning of the book I found the character to be very hard to like but that just mean that I got to enjoy her development that much more. Young girls go through so many phases in their teenage years and Ms. Hager captured them all perfectly. The other characters were also written perfectly, basically made me feel like I was back in high school. There was a lot of emotion and parts in this book including young teens developing, sweet and innocent first kisses, the romance was the perfect level for kids that age, great friendship dynamics, and a great entertainment feel. If your looking for a great summer read I highly recommend Next Door to a Star.

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Next Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review By Heather Knalls

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Krysten Lyndsay Hager has done it again. I absolutely loved this book. It is a young adult book about Hadley who is having a hard transition as her only friend has moved and has left her as an afterthought. She has decided to spend the summer with her grandparents where she meets new friends and the usual end of middle school into high school drama begins. Her grandparents live next door to a once tv star that is the same age as Hadley and they become friends and that where drama begins because she is not cool enough for the stars friends and they become jealous of her. It was such a well written book and I cannot wait to see what is in store for Hadley and her new friends.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Next Door To A Star is a great Young Adult novel from Krysten Lindsay Hager. I had previously read the first 2 Cecily Taylor books by this author so knew that she writes a great young adult novel. I will say that I prefer the Cecily Taylor books but I did really enjoy Next Door To A Star.
In my opinion every teenage girl should have to read this book. It’s an amazingly accurate interpretation of how teenage girls treat one another. If you are not one of the elite ‘it’ girls then life can be extremely difficult. Teenage girls can be extremely bitchy and scathing and the author does a fantastic job of showing this in this book.
I really enjoyed reading Hadley’s story. She’s never been one of the ‘in crowd’ and has always wanted to be but once she gets in there she realises that the bitchiness and infighting doesn’t end. In fact it can be even worse. I actually found it hard at times to read this book, seeing just how horrible teenage girls can be to one another but it’s so true to life.
A definite must read for every teenage girl.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A book to add up there with classic YA books. Hadley is a young teen dealing with issues many of us are familiar with: loss of childhood friends; loyalty of friends; moving schools; having relationships and finding your confidence. This was a wonderful book. Hadley’s makes friends with Simone, a tv star, who lives next door to her grandparents. Hadley learns that even stars like Simone are human and dealing with problems too. Hadley deals with a lot of issues like gossip and backstabbing by girls such as Morgan, Pilar and Reagan with class and dignity. Even with all the drama, Hadley struggles but tries to make good choices and owns up if she doesn’t. I do have to say that I did identify with her grandma. I’m grandma to two sweet baby girls and I will probably be the same way. The characters were well written. You could feel Nick’s apology for believing Morgan and Reagan. I rooted for Hadley to forgive him. The plot took me back to my teen days, that is how well that was done. Whether the 1950’s or 2021, the issues just don’t change. Very realistic.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Next Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager is what she is known for and this sweet YA romance will delight YA readers. It is a quick read full of drama and angst, insecurity and anxiety on the road to finding yourself. Everything at this age is based on emotions that are much more harsh and dramatic and when bullies are relentless. The story is well written and the flows nicely and YA readers will enjoy.

Our MC is left wondering just where she now fits into life without her bestie by her side.
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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager

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Competing with the Star (Star Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager
Genre – young adult, YA contemporary romance, YA coming of age
Page Count – 189 pages
Cover Designer – Cora Graphics
Hadley’s life seems perfect. She lives in a beautiful beach town, where she makes amazing new friends & lands the guy of her dreams–Nick Jenkins. She & Nick form a deep bond, but insecurity sets in when Hadley discovers her boyfriend once had a huge crush on her friend–who just happens to be a beautiful teen TV star, Simone Hendrickson. Nick claims to be over Simone, but then Hadley is blindsided with the news about them. Now Hadley must determine what is true. Love, gossip, friendship…who needs TV drama when you’re busy competing with a star?

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes Book 2) by T.S. Simons – Review by Kayla Bullock

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes #2)The Liminal Space by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In the second installment of the Antipodes series, we find Cam back with Lae and settling in to his life as a husband and father. But when word comes that there may be more settlements and that someone he loves may still be alive, Cam sets off on a journey to find closure. But what will he discover and can he return to his wife and son, Mack?

This series is one of my favorites I have read lately. I love the characters and their development throughout the books. This one had moments that made me angry, made me laugh, and made me cry. Cam, Lae, Mack, Di feel like family to the reader. The settings are wonderfully described, from inside the lush domes to the outside world, where everything is dead, bleak, and brown. I can’t wait to read the third book!!

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Dragons by Ty Drago – Review by Amber Flory

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DragonsDragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. I don’t really know what to write about this sci-fi futuristic book except that I recommend it. I enjoyed the imagery, the characters, and the story. The main character is a loveable gullible geek off on the adventure of his life, and easily takes you along. While some things were predictable, they didn’t tell me where the book was going. The futuristic ideas are engaging. The universe created in my mind was fascinating and emotional. The frustration of racial bias hits home to issues for today, and the trauma the main character goes through creates a relatable character. Again, I loved it!

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Dragons by Ty Drago – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dragons by Ty Drago. This was such a fun, fast paced, young adult, science fiction read. Its full of action, adventure, drama and futuristic stuff. Andy has been taught his whole life to “Conceal and protect” his identity. He has always been afraid to tell anyone about his supernatural powers. When he wakes up in a futuristic prison having been kidnapped he’s totally confused. Why has he been kidnapped and what do they want from him. Andy is just a high school kid and no one is supposed to know of his powers so why would they want to kidnap him? Andy is a member of the Kind and they live among humans but have a powerful heat inside of them known as the Dragon. As Andy navigates thru being kidnapped and surviving he learns a lot about himself and learns to be ok with the fact that he isn’t “normal”. When Andy is left with the choice to use his powers or die he decides he has to accept who he is and love it! Such a fun young adult read.

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Shield & Shade (Ascended Guardians Book 1) by Misty Hayes

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Shield & Shade (Ascended Guardians Book 1) by Misty Hayes
Genre – YA Fantasy, Paranormal, Supernatural
Page Count – 444 pages
Cover Designer – Mark Reid
It’s been over ten years since fifteen-year-old Zoey Taylor wandered away from her family home in the middle of the night. Or so she’s been told, repeatedly, by her mother—but the only thing Zoey knows for sure is that when her older brother, Corinth, found her in the woods, safe and unharmed, she returned with a crippling fear of the dark and no other memories from those lost days—except strange flashes of sharp teeth and red-flaming hair.
Since that time, she’s become a star pupil and is on track to graduate early … if and that’s a big IF her overprotective family doesn’t get in the way of her dreams first.
But when one of the wealthiest, enigmatic philanthropists on the planet—Gabriel Stanton—shows up on her doorstep on Thanksgiving Day, and reveals the truth about what really happened to her all those years ago, it completely shatters her perception of the world.
And the story isn’t anything like what she’s been told.

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Dragons by Ty Drago – Review by Elizabeth Rosenberg

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DragonsDragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dragons is a very interesting YA sci-fi story. I’m not usually one that goes for sci-fi, but this story had me hooked! Andy has been taught to hide his true nature his whole life, but when he’s kidnapped, he has no choice but to let that nature show. Ty Drago has created a very well-written novel with imagery that lets you really picture these otherworldly landscapes. There is also great character development, especially for the main character Andy. I’m glad I took a chance on this book, because I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it!

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Travels Through Aqua, Green, and Blue: A Memoir by Mary E. Gregory – Review by Lydia Pelton

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Travels Through Aqua, Green, and Blue: A MemoirTravels Through Aqua, Green, and Blue: A Memoir by Mary E. Gregory
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh wow.

Wow. I really can’t place in words how this book impacted me. This story is about a child growing up and preserving despite her past and the trauma that had affected her life. This will keep you turning the page and celebrating that life can knock you down but you can get to the otherside!

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Carly Vogler

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Next Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager is an amazing young adult story that encapsulates everything it means to be a teenage girl! As we grow older, I feel as though it is harder to connect with the feelings we had when we were younger. This is obviously not the case for Krysten Hager. She has written the story so marvelously that you would think it came straight from a teenager.

Hadley is the definition of a girl trying to fit in. I would love to have my teenage daughter read this
story to help her learn about true friends and that the ones you want to be friends with, aren’t always the best options. Hadley faces many decisions throughout this story, and by the end, I think she finally understands true friendship.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Anyone who knows me knows I love a great YA book and this is no exception. This book brings back some high school feelings even though I have been out for so many years. Trying to find where you fit in and belong when your best friend moves away. Hadley goes and stays with her grand parents for the summer and meets new friends. You truly find out whom your “true” friends are. As a teenager you want to be in the “in crowd” and belong but sometimes you have to see what true friendship is. This book was a fun read and a great YA book.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Kerry Baker

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Next Door To A Star Krysten Lindsay Hager is a wonderful YA story that is so reminiscent of being that age. The author has done a fantastic job of making the characters so relatable that you connect with them easily.
The story is perfect for someone who is in high school as it touches on what they must be experiencing now. But at the same time it is also enjoyable for adults to read. I thought this was a sweet story and I really enjoyed every second of it. I would definitely say it is worth your time.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Sarah Devereaux

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Next Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager is a cute YA contemporary novel that hits you in all the feels.
Hadley is a 9th grader whose best friend has recently moved away partway through the school year, leaving her with no friends and what will most likely be a very boring Summer. That is until she is offered the opportunity to go visit her grandparents for the entire summer, who just so happen to live next door to teen TV star, Simone Hendrickson.
Simone is everything that Hadley wishes she could have in a friend, including being popular, and throughout the Summer she learns the importance of friendship and that perhaps being pretty and popular isn’t always what it is cracked up to be.
This story really brings out what being a not-so-popular teen is all about. If you have ever experienced being left out or not having many friends then you will definitely relate to this book, just as I did. This story really showed the side of being a teenager that not everyone sees and makes you realize that growing up is harder than it seems sometimes.
I enjoyed reading this book and I am excited to put the sequel on my to-be-read list for future reading.

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes Book 2) by T.S. Simons – Review by Elizabeth Rosenberg

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes #2)The Liminal Space by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just finished book 2, and all I can say is wow! What an emotional roller coaster! TS Simons has done it again. I had a hard time putting it down. This story is so well-written and the characters are very relatable. I felt like I was feeling Cam’s emotions with him. Cam grows a lot through this book and learns more about himself and the world around him. I have truly enjoyed this series so far and cannot wait to read the third book!

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Dragons by Ty Drago – Review by Anantha Rusum

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DragonsDragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Andy Brand, also known as Draco, has always been told to hide his identity, conceal and protect from the entire world. Little does he know who he is one of a Kind, a supernatural being who has the power of a thermonuclear energy inside him called a dragon. But when he is kidnapped and unwillingly thrown into the midst of an attack, he has no other choice but to reveal himself and save the world.
It is a very novel story, combining science and fantasy together with intriguing space travel elements . Filled with betrayal, lies and deception it is a very fast paced plot with lots of twists and turns. I enjoyed this YA book thoroughly.

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Travels Through Aqua, Green, and Blue: A Memoir by Mary E. Gregory – Review by Erica Shoebridge

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a very engrossing book. I sometimes struggle to stay interested in memoirs, but didn’t have that problem once with this one. I really resonated with Mary in her struggles as a child, despite my having a very different childhood than her. It was honest and poignant, and the writing made it easy for me to walk in Mary’s shoes as she remembers her life. I like how casually it was revealed that she has a facial deformity fairly far into the book, like it wasn’t something she focused on much, just a fact about her body. It didn’t define her any more than her dirty clothes. Ms. Gregory is able to embody her childhood self so well that it’s easy to forget that 8 year old Mary didn’t write it. It didn’t sound like an adult remembering; the voice and thought processes were clearly a child’s. I fell into this world and loved being invited into her world for awhile. Thanks so much, Ms. Gregory!

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Karen Pearman

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Let me first start off by saying, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS BOOK! I’m familiar with this author’s work as I have read previous books and the first book in this series. She doesn’t disappoint me with her writing. Her books are exactly what I prefer to read. She truly writes about teenage angst and drama that I believe all teens go through. While I am not the intended audience for this type of book I think that anyone, especially females of all ages, will be able to reminisce on their school years and put themselves into the shoes of these characters. Except for the fact that not all of us lived next door to a star. But if you are like me you have probably dreamed and wondered what it would be like to do so. And if this is any indication of what it would be like, I would love to live it. Please do yourself a favor and pick this book up to read. It’s quick, fast paced and you won’t be able to put it down.

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Dragons by Ty Drago – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was not sure what to expect at first when I started reading this book. I was pleasantly surprised, this book is really good! If anyone knows me, they know I love YA books. I really enjoyed this YA/Sci Fi story. To me, it is a story I never read anything like before. Meeting Andy Brand at the beginning just has my heart. Andy is kidnapped and questions arise as to why? Who would kidnap a boy in high school? You learn quickly nothing is as it seams, and there is definitely many twists, lies and turns in this story. He wants to protect “Kind” and help others, you read to see what happens next. Very good read…..

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Next Door To A Star by Krysten Lyndsay Hager – Review by Crystal Davidson

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Next Door To A Star by Krysten Lyndsay Hager is my first book by this author, as well as the first book in its series. This book represents exactly what I remember my early teenage years to be like. The unsure feelings about where and how you fit into the world. The struggles involved with making and keeping friends, fitting in at school, and crushing on boys. It is definitely age appropriate for the preteen or older audiences. This story has a few ups and a few downs and was really an unputdownable read. I’m anxiously looking forward to reading book 2! 5 stars!

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Next Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager is book one of The Star Series.

Hadley is tired of feeling invisible but that all changes when she moves to a new town and lives next door to an teen actress. Everything changes for her. Friends with the popular crowd, cute boy, life is great. That is until the popular crowd turns on her and she learns exactly what it means to be part of the popular crowd.

This book really takes you back to high school days. The cliques, the drama, it’s all very relatable. Hadley didn’t know what she was wishing for but was taught an important lesson. I enjoyed this book! Can’t wait to read book two.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Tamisha Janay

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Let me preface this by saying: this is not normally the type of book that I would pick up, but I am so glad that I did! If you are doubting whether or not it would be a good read, let me tell you that it is an almost nostalgic reminder of everything about your teenage years. When I look back on High School, I tend to remember mostly the good. This book brought me back to my hometown city, the drama, the popular vs the unpopular, and the confusing emotions that go with adolescence.
Krysten did a GREAT job with the characters and the writing in this story. Being a Michigander myself, I was happy to see places that I recognized. Hadley is the majority of us – trying to find her way, figure out how to navigate life after her best friend moves away, and getting uprooted just when she thinks she has things slightly figured out. Charlotte is the quiet friend, but always loyal – even when she shouldn’t be. Simone and her group are the clique everyone wants to be in until they realize that even the clique isn’t happy and they are better off doing what makes them happy rather than trying to impress the masses.

I think this book is perfect for those getting ready to go into high school or the ones who are still navigating it. I’m excited to read the next installment and see what happens as they keep growing.

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Piper Foster

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well this definitely remind me of high school. Simone is a right user and she really ticked me off through this book with her attitude. However Hadley did the same with the way she treated Charlotte just to be popular. This is definitely a true reality of what teenage girls can be like with each other and others. I can’t wait to see what happened next in this teen romance.

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Dragons by Ty Drago – Review by Kayla Bullock

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DragonsDragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Andy Brand, also known as Draco, has always been told to hide who he truly is–to protect the entire world. But when he is unwillingly thrown into the midst of an attack, revealing himself may be the only way to save everyone.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this young adult sci-fi thriller. The science referenced throughout was accurate and interesting to learn. The characters are likeable and I felt for Draco as he faced challenges on his journey. The story seems disjointed in places because there are a lot of different things happening and it was hard to keep them all straight at the same time. Great writing style and descriptions.

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Dragons by Ty Drago – Review by Rebecca Hill

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DragonsDragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading this story, I am now a huge fan of Ty Drago! Dragons begins with Andy Brand waking up in a futuristic jail cell. He has no idea who kidnapped him or why he is there. Then he hears a voice. The Voice asks him to light a paper on fire. Andy pretends to not know how he could do that, but we learn that he is a supernatural being called the Kind. The Kind live among us as humans but have a powerful heat inside them that they call their dragon. The story goes from there into space and into rescuing a mining colony on a moon of Jupiter. It seems fairly cut and dry, but there is a twist. Andy’s world tips on his axis, but in the process, he learns more about himself. This story was sci-fi and completely fantastic! I could not put it down nor could I even predict what was going to happen. It is your next must read!

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Next Door to a Star (The Star Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Erica Shoebridge

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Next Door to a StarNext Door to a Star by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When young teen Hadley is sent to spend the summer with her grandparents in Grand Haven, she is grieving the loss of her recently moved away friend, and feeling awkward and alone. The only good thing about Grand Haven is that her grandparents live next to child star Simone Hendrickson, whom she hopes to befriend. When their grandparents arrange a meeting, Simone is incredibly intimidating to shy, unsure Hadley. She yearns to be as beautiful and put-together as these girls, and feels inadequate beside them. Simone blows hot and cold with her friendship, sometimes including Hadley and being friendly, other times she completely ignores her or ditches her to hang out with the other popular girls. Hadley isn’t sure what to make of this, but still desperately desires to fit in and be liked.

This story made me remember middle school and how desperate the desire can be to have people like you. I remember struggling, as Hadley did, between my smart nerdy friend who was there for me, and the siren call of the beautiful and popular girls. I definitely relived those days reading parts of this story, reminding me that the teenage years aren’t all hormones and smiles like some adults tend to recall. I felt Hadley’s awkwardness in her own skin deeply. Hager handled the emotionality of these characters deftly, and I definitely could feel the rawness of feelings in some of these moments. All in all, this was a good story, I’m glad I picked it up.

Reviewed by @ericalorraine
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