October Book Choices
The SJ Bookworms have chosen fantasy for this month’s genre. We will be reading the two books listed below. Read the synopsis carefully before deciding on the one you would like to read. Also, keep in mind the reading level for each. One is much more difficult than the other.
DON'T FORGET! You must sign up for the book of your choice in the library.
Enjoy!
Half Magic
by Edward Eager
For Grades 2-4 – 208 pages
From School Library Journal
Jane finds a magic charm which grants half of any wish, and her brother and sisters take turns making double wishes, leading to strange happenings-which leads Jane to make a last wish. By Edward Eager.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
The Golden Compass
by Philip Pullman
For Grades 5 and up – 432 pages
Amazon.com
In The Golden Compass, Philip Pullman has written a masterpiece that transcends genre. It is a children's book that will appeal to adults, a fantasy novel that will charm even the most hardened realist. Best of all, the author doesn't speak down to his audience, nor does he pull his punches; there is genuine terror in this book, and heartbreak, betrayal, and loss. There is also love, loyalty, and an abiding morality that infuses the story but never overwhelms it. This is one of those rare novels that one wishes would never end. Fortunately, its sequel, The Subtle Knife, will help put off that inevitability for a while longer. --Alix Wilber --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.