Hello again! Welcome back to my blog, where I hope I can share a bit more of who I am to you. In this post, I’ll be sharing my favourite reads, and a bit about them. Trust me, these books are definitely worth reading! I hope that by viewing this post, I can encourage you to read these books and enjoy them too. I’ll try not to include any spoilers!

1.’Wonder’ by R.J.Palacio

‘You can’t blend in when you were born to stand out.’

This book is a must-read for absolutely ANYONE aged 11-14, though adults can enjoy its contents too! This book highly emphasises friendship in every way possible, and the importance of choosing kind. Written in the perspectives of many different characters, the story is seamlessly threaded to every viewpoint, and we are introduced to a story of difference, of love, and of reflection. This narrative is about a 10 year old boy named August Pullman, who has facial deformities. We navigate through his difficult, sometimes funny, time in middle school and learn a lesson or two about goodwill. I know I did.

2. ‘Little Women’ by Louisa May Alcott

‘ Christmas wont be Christmas without any presents.’

This novel is a beautifully written book which I would rate for ages 11-16. It shows the effects of poverty, and bearing your troubles with a smile on your face. The story shows an impressive range of sickness, affection, lessons, fun, and of course, hardships. It starts with 4 sisters – one yearning, one boyish, one timid, one proud – and ends with 4 respectable young women. ‘Little Women’ is all about these girls, the good times they had, and the worse ones. It narrates the story of how they survive while their father is fighting in the American Civil War, how they learn to make do with less, but enjoy it all the more. I loved this book because of how I was able to see the March sisters change and learn from all their mistakes.

3. ‘Anne Of Green Gables’ by L.M.Montogmery

‘ Will you swear to be my friend forever and ever?’

‘Anne Of Green Gables’ is a wonderfully long book about a clever little orphan girl as she turns into a pretty and distinguished female. Anne Shirley was given to the care of Marilla and Mathew Cuthbert, living in Avlonea, although they were originally looking for a boy. At the beginning of the story, Anne’s imagination and mouth knew no bounds. However, as time progressed, she learned to behave in a more quiet manner. This story would be suitable for ages 12-16, although younger readers with classical interest could also take in this great read. I really enjoyed reading Anne’s beautiful, comical story. ‘Anne of Green Gables’ shows just how wonderful and capable children can be, and just how many hearts can be changed by a girl with a sweet smile and bright, starry eyes.

4. ‘Rooftoppers’ by Katherine Rundell

‘ Do not underestimate children. Do not underestimate girls.’

‘Rooftoppers’ is about a twelve year old girl named Sophie, who almost drowned as a baby and was found drifting in an empty cello case, then taken in by a scholar, Charles. So, as far as anyone knew, Sophie was an orphan. But she didn’t think that. She loved Charles very much, but she thought her mother was still out there, somewhere, and all Sophie needed to do was find her. When Sophie was threatened to be separated from her only guardian, she and Charles escaped to Paris, where she thought her mother was, and along the way, met a group of children similar to her age who lived on the rooftops. They became Sophie’s companions as she sailed her way to finding her long-lost mother. This book is full of adventure, daring, and capabilities. There are also elements of trust and bonding; friendship. I think it’s lovely how companionship can be built by the most different of people and how willing true friends are when you are in need for help. I would rate this book to ages 9-13.

I hope that after reading this, you will consider reading these fabulous books and see for yourselves how amazing they are. If you’ve already read them, please don’t hesitate to tell me your views about them, and if you have other recommendations on great books, send those in too so I can take a look. I hope you’ll read more of my next posts, but for now, bye!