The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman, by Gennifer Choldenko

This was really well-written, with characters I loved and was totally rooting for.  The premise was powerful.  The plot and pacing were good. 

I found a few little things silly or repetitive, but it wasn't a big deal. 

The ending was satisfying.

Overall, a really great book about difficult issues. 

4.5 stars

I Survived True Stories: Five Epic Disaster, by Lauren Tarshis

I haven't read any of the I Survived novels by Lauren Tarshis, despite loving survival stories, and despite them being popular with kids at my library.  But I read this as part of a Summer Reading challenge…and now I want to read all her novels.

The subject matter was fascinating.  The writing was engaging.  The extra facts at the end of each chapter added great depth.  I've been a little fidgety lately with reading, not finding anything that will keep my attention for too long, but I read about 70 pages of this in a row, and finished the book in three sittings. 

Well done.   

5 Stars