Dan's picks #6 ready player one

A mysterious and massively wealthy creator of an online world called OASIS dies, his whole fortune willed to whomever can find the Easter egg he has hidden masterfully in his virtual universe that he created, to the tune of $250 billion and control of his massive company. In a country wrecked by economic despair and turmoil this incites a generation of egg hunters "gunters" that devote their lives to studying and searching for this illusive prize. We follow wade, a young boy with not much going for him except that he devoted 5 years of his teenage life to finding the egg. when, he finds the first clue that could lead him to the egg, he becomes catapulted into a ruthless and over-the top world.

The integration of the theme of real vs. not real sucks you in because for many people who learn, play, search in OASIS, virtual reality is their reality. This book has a great deal of action and is one of the more fast paced adventure books I have read. One of my favorite books so far.

Hey Guys,
The Library just got a new collection of books from the Throne of Glass series. It is a series created by Sarah J. Mass and is a must read for anyone who enjoys fantasy. The book itself is a little bit like The Mortal Instrument series; though very little similarities, but is more alike to Kristin Cashore's Graceling (which is also another must read). Even though they are quite similar, that doesn't mean that you should compare them page by page. Throne of Glass is a masterpiece by itself that makes even me (if you know me you know how much I hate novels. I prefer manga) to read it from the first page of the book to the last. The author ends the book at the right places and leaves you to imagine as to what will happen to the main character; Celaena Sardothien, and to the people she encountered along the way.  The Throne of Glass series consists of 3 books right now, but more are to be published in the upcoming years. Sarah J. Mass has also created a prequel to this series called The Assassin's Blade; which consist of stories leading up to Celaena Sardothien's adventure. 

Lunchtime Book Swap, Wed. Feb 25th

Clean out your bookshelves during the winter break and give your old books a new home. Bring a book you've already enjoyed to swap during lunchtime on Wednesday, February 25th. The Sunnyvale Lunchtime Librarian will be on hand to sign you up for a library card as well. Check at the library circ desk with any questions.

Dan's posts #5 "steelheart"

In a world where superheroes do exist, from random and insignificantly powerful, to superheroes

AKA "epics" whose powers rival superman. The thrilling twist is those that manifested powers have become evil. In a city once called chicago there is an "epic" who rules with an awesome power and extreme mercilessness. Our main character barely escaped the massacre which killed his dad, now he seeks revenge. In order to kill "steelheart" he must  find those who also oppose the rule of the epics. 

I really really enjoyed this book, the "super heroes use their powers to be villians" twist makes the book extremely fast paced and exciting. The main character is displayed in the very genuine way that and interesting way rather than cheesy. Above all I like the plot, just when you think you've figured it out, you haven't. If this book sounds to gung-ho actiony for you there is also a large inclusion of mystery and adventure. I DEFINITELY recommend this book.

Jennifer Niven's visit featured in The Epitaph!

Author Jennifer Niven's visit to Homestead in January is featured in this month's Epitaph. Reporter Carla Gonzalez also reviews "All The Bright Places." 

Pick up a copy of The Epitaph at the library, or check out earlier issues online. 

The Fault In Our Stars

The Fault In Our Stars was such a good movie, i didn't expect it to end that way. It brought me to tears, and it such a great movie that's why i would recommend for people to watch this movie. So basically it's about Hazel Grace Lancaster, as she battles for cancer. Not only is she trying to live the normal life of a 16 year-old girl, but she also struggles with what it will be like for her parents after she dies. Hazel attends a church support group of cancer survivors, she meets a boy there named Augustus Waters. She requires him to read her favorite book An Imperial Affliction. Hazel relates to the character of her favorite book, Anna, because Anna has a rare blood cancer. Augustus uses his last wish foundation to fly him and Hazel to Amsterdam, where the author lives, to talk to him in person. All things catch my attention to see the movie, and i hope you like it.                              

Dan's picks # 4 "The testing"

Set in a barren, dystopian future, the best and brightest graduates of each of the colonies go through a series of tests to see whether they are fit enough to go to the university and help the government rebuild the war stricken country. The testing is dangerous and complex and not at all voluntary.

This book gives off a familiar feeling of something out of the hunger games trilogy, and this makes a lot of sense considering both stories have a harsh dystopian government picking young citizens to serve in a cutthroat game. Both stories even have a strong leading female as the protagonists. The point where the similarities became too much was when two of the main characters fighting to survive become love interests. Regardless, this book kept me engaged throughout her whole adventure and the story is beautifully written. If you like " The hunger games" definitely read this masterpiece.