The Island Stallion by Walter Farley Adventure Fantasy Mystery Thriller Review #1 * * * Stars (Pretty good) It all started when people came by boat to the Azul Island. They were hunting for horses and a stallion. They would use a bull whip to break the horses and the stallion in. But the man on the boat got separated. By nightfall it was too dark, so they camped out, when they suddenly came across … Read more
More than This by Patrick Ness Supernatural Review #1 * * * Stars (Pretty good) More than This is about a boy who dies and ends up in his old hometown, but it’s abandoned except for 2 other people who died from similar causes. They work together to find out where they are and what led them to this strange afterlife. I liked this book because it was very well-written, but I disliked the tone of … Read more
I’ll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson Realistic Fiction Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) I’ll Give You the Sun, by Jandy Nelson, is the story of twins who were brought together by their love for art. When their mom passed away, it severed their close relationship and left them to grieve in their own ways. One twin gave up his love for art, while the other embraced it in hopes … Read more
Opal Lux #3 by Jennifer Armentrout Romance Science Fiction Supernatural Review #1 * * * * * Stars (Amazing!) This book is POSITIVELY AMAZING! It is so suspenseful! So this book is the third book in the Lux series and it starts at the point when Dawson came back. Dawson wants to go back and get Bethany from Dedalous so the gang comes up with a plan to get her back. The plan involves trusting … Read more
Last Sacrifice Vampire Academy #6 by Richelle Mead Mystery Romance Supernatural Thriller Review #1 * * * * Stars (Great!) This book is the last book in the Vampire Academy series. Rose is trying to figure out two mysteries, which are: Who is Lissa’s sibling? and Who murdered the queen? This book is great because it has a lot of action and doesn’t just go through the motions. The reason I didn’t give the book … Read more
This Summer the library will be hosting a series of Family Films in the program room. Join us for one or more! Here’s what’s on the schedule for July. Happy Feet Monday, July 6 • 10 – 11:50 a.m. Sit back and enjoy as this misfit penguin dances his way into your heart. Rated PG. For families. Register beginning June 22. Bambi Monday, July 13 • 10 – 11:10 a.m. You’ll be “twitterpated” by … Read more
American Eagle Productions brings to life Rudyard Kipling’s story of the man cub raised by jungle animals. For all ages. Free tickets available beginning June 22, at the Children’s Desk while supplies last. Location: Huntley Park District’s Cosman Center
Meet rescue birds and hear their survival stories. For ages 5-9. Register beginning June 22.
We will be introduced to twelve different animals. Following a brief presentation and Q & A, you will be able to pet/touch the critters. For ages 3 and up. Register beginning June 22.
The real deal! An interactive, hands-on show that’s educational and entertaining. For all ages. Register beginning June 22.