The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Gabbie's rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Katniss has become the mother in her home after her Father died in a mining accident. Her mother became severely depressed, and Katniss realized she had to take care of her family. Which included volunteering to participate in the annual Hunger Games to save her sister. But could a boy jeopardize her return home and win the Hunger Games? I found this book intriguing and compelling. I enjoy the way it has been written and its theme of how far someone will go to save the ones they love. I only wish the characters were more further developed.

Just Another Hero by Sharon M. Draper
Gabbie's rating: 4 out of 5 stars

High school is different for every teenager. Some love school, while others feel trapped and insecure. This book is written in the perspective of two high schoolers who lead very different lives. The third-person point of view helps to enrich this story and helps readers understand teenage problems. Arielle, the initial character of this book, struggles from a constant disconnect from her stepfather. Kofi, a friend of Arielle, is struggling to be able to have the future he so desires. Read into the lives of these two teenagers and witness how relationships are created and strength is tested when these characters have "to be a hero."

  

 Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz

 Gabbie's rating: 5 out of 5 stars

The Holocaust was a horrific time for the entire world. But it was most horrific to those who were subject to Hitler and his followers. This novel is based off of the true story of Jack Gruen and how he learned to survive. He was shuttled from concentration camps, embarked on death marches, nearly starved to death, and lost connection with his entire family. A must read.