Magnus Chase, a homeless orphan knows nothing about Mythology – Norse, Greek or Roman. He finds himself in Hotel Valhalla, where he finds fallen heroes from any and all ages. They are all waiting for the final showdown between the gods and Loki with his minions at his back. Magnus and the team he acquiresContinue reading “Magnus Chase: And the Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan”
Tag Archives: Adventure
The Eleventh Orphan by Joan Lingard
Elfie, a homeless 11 year old girl living in Victorian London, is picked up by Constable O’Dowd after being caught thieving. Thinking that’s it for her – she’s going back to the workhouse – Elfie’s surprised to be taken to an Inn. The Pig and Whistle is run by Ma and Pa Bigsby who’ve takenContinue reading “The Eleventh Orphan by Joan Lingard”
Roman Quests: Escape from Rome by Caroline Lawrence
This awesome story starts with Juba being woken in the night by his mother telling him they’ve been denounced and he must flee now with his three siblings. He may be the middle child but they all know he’s the leader. The kids manage to flee and get to the port before guards come forContinue reading “Roman Quests: Escape from Rome by Caroline Lawrence”
Rangers Apprentice: Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan
Young orphan Will has always dreamed of joining the battle school and learning to be a soldier, but he’s rejected due to his small stature. Instead he gets apprenticed to the mysterious Ranger, Halt. Not knowing what’s he’s getting into, he learns to shoot, be a tactical advisor to his superiors, track and hide. He,Continue reading “Rangers Apprentice: Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan”
Alex Rider: Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz
Alex Rider is an orphan who lives with his uncle Ian Rider. One day, Alex’s life is thrown into chaos, when he gets the news that his uncle died in what are very fishy circumstances. Alex digs deeper to uncover the truth to find out how his uncle really died. The trail of clues leadsContinue reading “Alex Rider: Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz”
Katie Reads Books 