Monday, June 23, 2014
Being there and Not There
When you are born, you are brought to life. To a world, where things can happen. Before that, you are in your mother's stomach. And before that... you are not there. That concept always terrified me. The fact that a person is just not there at all. You can't think. You can't think at all, you are merely, nothing. You don't exist and nobody knows you. Everybody that knows you now, didn't know who you were before. You were nothing to them. They can't even think about you and say that you are there, because you aren't. It's confusing. But I always think about it. You start as this --> <-- did you see that? Nothing. Then you go from that to a life. It is so weird to think about.
The Face Maker Part 1
Prologue:
Do you think he'll make it?
I don't know. Maybe yes maybe no. It all depends on his choice.
Yeah, but noticed his hand. Why is it all wrapped in cloth?
Probably to prevent blood.
Blood?
...
Chapter 1. Redneck
The man in the grey suit walked across the room officially. He had a pale face and he looked very nervous. He sat down at the table and waited. After about 3 minutes or so, four other men came in the room. One of the four pulled out a suitcase. One side was empty, the other had the parts of a gun along with bullets. The man in the grey suit pulled out his own suitcase and rubbed his neck. It was red. In the suitcase was a high-tech already-built gun. He reached inside for the gun. Just then, another of the four men grabbed the redneck's hand and pulled out the high-tech gun.
"Where's the money?"
The redneck man stared blankly and grinned, showing his teeth.
"I'm sorry."
"What? I didn't hear you."
The redneck pulled something out of his pocket and clicked. Just then, the shortest of the four men pointed his gun at the camera half concealed by a small book.
"Nice try. Redneck." He spat and pulled the trigger.
The camera was just in time to hear the explosion.
It was all over the news. Exerta was really excited when he heard about the explosion. Something to investigate. He sneaked inside the building from the back secretly. He made sure nobody saw him and entered the room where the explosives were, and then the room the five men were in. He examined the remains of the wall where Redneck had concealed his camera. The men with the guns were too late though, the camera had probably already sent a signal down back to his computer or something. Exerta pulled out his watch and checked the time; 3:42. The event occurred about 2 hours ago, meaning the signal was transmitted.
to be continued...in the future.................................
"Where's the money?"
The redneck man stared blankly and grinned, showing his teeth.
"I'm sorry."
"What? I didn't hear you."
The redneck pulled something out of his pocket and clicked. Just then, the shortest of the four men pointed his gun at the camera half concealed by a small book.
"Nice try. Redneck." He spat and pulled the trigger.
The camera was just in time to hear the explosion.
It was all over the news. Exerta was really excited when he heard about the explosion. Something to investigate. He sneaked inside the building from the back secretly. He made sure nobody saw him and entered the room where the explosives were, and then the room the five men were in. He examined the remains of the wall where Redneck had concealed his camera. The men with the guns were too late though, the camera had probably already sent a signal down back to his computer or something. Exerta pulled out his watch and checked the time; 3:42. The event occurred about 2 hours ago, meaning the signal was transmitted.
to be continued...in the future.................................
39 Clues: Book 3: The Sword Thief (No SpoilerS)
WARNING: Read the two reviews below this to understand.
Summary: When the third clue lead the Cahill siblings, Amy and Dan to Japan they know they have nowhere to turn except to their Uncle Alistair who already betrayed them before. After they form an unsteady alliance, the kids and their Uncle are greeted by Ian and Natalie Kabra, who are known to be very sneaky. But all seems well when they all form an alliance. Should Amy and Dan trust Ian and Natalie, or will they be betrayed by everyone like they were once betrayed.
1.trust
2. Never let your guard down and let somebody manipulate you.
3.
Amy: shy, intelligent, caring
Dan: outgoing, energetic, creative
4. I think the most memorable part was when Ian actually looked at Amy with legitimate care. It showed the side of him that wasn't a cold blooded, traitor who manipulated people with money and intelligence.
5. The author is trying to tell you that you should never depend on someone or expect them to catch you when you fall, because they will move out of the way.
6.
I would rate this book a 8 because the series is decent and fun to read, but it doesn't have much meaning to it.
7.
Beginning: Dan and Amy go to Japan
Climax: Dan, Amy, Alistair, Ian, and Natalie form an alliance.
Ending: Amy and Dan are betrayed by both
1.trust
2. Never let your guard down and let somebody manipulate you.
3.
Amy: shy, intelligent, caring
Dan: outgoing, energetic, creative
4. I think the most memorable part was when Ian actually looked at Amy with legitimate care. It showed the side of him that wasn't a cold blooded, traitor who manipulated people with money and intelligence.
5. The author is trying to tell you that you should never depend on someone or expect them to catch you when you fall, because they will move out of the way.
6.
I would rate this book a 8 because the series is decent and fun to read, but it doesn't have much meaning to it.
SPOILER ALERT!
7.
Beginning: Dan and Amy go to Japan
Climax: Dan, Amy, Alistair, Ian, and Natalie form an alliance.
Ending: Amy and Dan are betrayed by both
Kane?
I finished reading Book Three and Four of the 39 Clues series, so I'm going to be posting those soon, in like a couple of minutes. Currently, I am taking a break from reading this series. so I could also begin to read The Red Pyramid, Book 1 to the Kane series. It's about Egyptian gods and stuff. I'll make sure to review it when I'm done. todllerasd
Sunday, June 22, 2014
39 Clues: One False Note (Review)no spoilers)
This is a legitimate review. WARNING: Extremely dangerous. Not for children due to possible spoilers.
WARNING: MAKE SURE TO Read the one below this first. It explains the first book!
Main Characters: Amy and Dan Cahill
Summary: The Cahills all race to find the 2nd clue of the mysterious competition known as the 39 Clues. Once the orphans, Amy and Dan realize they are in the lead of the race, they begin to work together and use brainpower to find the second clue.They are betrayed multiple times by their own cousins and relatives, but never by their babysitter, or so called, "Au pair", Nellie. Amy and Dan go through dark catacombs, secret passageways, and are chased through the waterways of Venice. Will they survive and find the 2nd clue, or will they die a helpless death? Read to find out.
(Author's note: Okay. I lied, no spoilers. Even though its in the title.)
1. trust
2. Sometimes you have to let go of the past
3. Amy: shy, knowledgeable, realistic
Dan: energetic, outgoing, clever,
4. The most memorable part in the second book of the series was when Nellie, the kids' au pair, didn't leave them and waited even after the time they said they would come back. She did everything she can for them because she really loved them.
5. The author is trying to tell you that sometimes sacrifices have to be made. For example, Dan gave up the only pictures he had of his parents to save his sister and Nellie, even though it was the only connection he had to his lost past. Sometimes you have to let go of the past.
6. I would rate this 8/10 because I am liking this series and I like how each book is written by a different author. I personally like Gordon Korman's writing style.
(SPOILER ALERT)
7.
Beginning: Amy and Dan lose the diary with important info.
Climax: Amy and Dan regain it and learn that they need to go to Venice.
Ending: They figure out what the clue is and find out they need to go to Japan after finding a tungsten Samurai sword.
WARNING: MAKE SURE TO Read the one below this first. It explains the first book!
Main Characters: Amy and Dan Cahill
Summary: The Cahills all race to find the 2nd clue of the mysterious competition known as the 39 Clues. Once the orphans, Amy and Dan realize they are in the lead of the race, they begin to work together and use brainpower to find the second clue.They are betrayed multiple times by their own cousins and relatives, but never by their babysitter, or so called, "Au pair", Nellie. Amy and Dan go through dark catacombs, secret passageways, and are chased through the waterways of Venice. Will they survive and find the 2nd clue, or will they die a helpless death? Read to find out.
(Author's note: Okay. I lied, no spoilers. Even though its in the title.)
1. trust
2. Sometimes you have to let go of the past
3. Amy: shy, knowledgeable, realistic
Dan: energetic, outgoing, clever,
4. The most memorable part in the second book of the series was when Nellie, the kids' au pair, didn't leave them and waited even after the time they said they would come back. She did everything she can for them because she really loved them.
5. The author is trying to tell you that sometimes sacrifices have to be made. For example, Dan gave up the only pictures he had of his parents to save his sister and Nellie, even though it was the only connection he had to his lost past. Sometimes you have to let go of the past.
6. I would rate this 8/10 because I am liking this series and I like how each book is written by a different author. I personally like Gordon Korman's writing style.
(SPOILER ALERT)
7.
Beginning: Amy and Dan lose the diary with important info.
Climax: Amy and Dan regain it and learn that they need to go to Venice.
Ending: They figure out what the clue is and find out they need to go to Japan after finding a tungsten Samurai sword.
Saturday, June 21, 2014
2014!!!!! and another Book Review: 39 Clues: Maze of Bones (No spoilers this time!)
It has been 7 months since I've posted a post on this blog. Thanks for the non-existent feedback guys! Here I am, continuing this review series.Well enjoy!
First things, first, I want to say that I finally read the Maze of Bones, the first book to the famous series, the 39 clues. I guess it was decent. I started the second already and I find it that I am looking forward to reading my favorite authors' books in this series. Because as you know, each book is written by a different person.
Anyway, here I begin;
Main characters: Amy and Dan Cahill
Summary: Amy and Dan Cahill are orphans. The only relatives they keep in touch with is their Grandma Grace and Aunt Beatrice. Aunt Beatrice is their guardian even though Amy and Dan both like Grace better. When Grace dies, they lose the only person they can ever trust. Amy and Dan learn about the surprising history of the Cahill's and how they were the most influential family of all time. From Benjamin Franklin to Issac Newton, almost everybody they know, alive or dead turns out to be a Cahill. But when Grace leaves a strange will concerning a life threatening challenge, Amy and Dan take the challenge. Now they are stuck in the middle of a dangerous journey to become the most powerful people in the world. There are 39 clues that lead to one treasure. Amy and Dan face many challenges as well as many of their relatives. Will Amy and Dan survive, or will they die in the clutches of their own relatives.
1. trust
2. Trust is key to survival
3. Amy: shy, knowledgeable, realistic
Dan: energetic, clever, courageous
4. I think the most memorable scene in the story was when Amy sacrificed the small vial containing a very important clue to the Kabras to save her brother. Although Dan wasn't even danger and she had been tricked into giving Ian Kabra the vial, Amy still had given up something very important to save her brother. The vial was something that took them a very long time to find.
5. The author was trying to teach you that trust is something very important and that you shouldn't give anyone your complete trust unless you love them very much.
6. I would rate this book a 7. It was a fun, and interesting read. I like the series, but I don't personally think it is one of "those" books that make you go, "ahah!".
7.
Beginning: Amy and Dan accept the challenge of the 39 Clues.
Climax: Amy and Dan are being targeted by everybody in the challenge
Ending: Amy and Dan proceed to the next clue.
To be continued...
First things, first, I want to say that I finally read the Maze of Bones, the first book to the famous series, the 39 clues. I guess it was decent. I started the second already and I find it that I am looking forward to reading my favorite authors' books in this series. Because as you know, each book is written by a different person.
Anyway, here I begin;
Main characters: Amy and Dan Cahill
Summary: Amy and Dan Cahill are orphans. The only relatives they keep in touch with is their Grandma Grace and Aunt Beatrice. Aunt Beatrice is their guardian even though Amy and Dan both like Grace better. When Grace dies, they lose the only person they can ever trust. Amy and Dan learn about the surprising history of the Cahill's and how they were the most influential family of all time. From Benjamin Franklin to Issac Newton, almost everybody they know, alive or dead turns out to be a Cahill. But when Grace leaves a strange will concerning a life threatening challenge, Amy and Dan take the challenge. Now they are stuck in the middle of a dangerous journey to become the most powerful people in the world. There are 39 clues that lead to one treasure. Amy and Dan face many challenges as well as many of their relatives. Will Amy and Dan survive, or will they die in the clutches of their own relatives.
1. trust
2. Trust is key to survival
3. Amy: shy, knowledgeable, realistic
Dan: energetic, clever, courageous
4. I think the most memorable scene in the story was when Amy sacrificed the small vial containing a very important clue to the Kabras to save her brother. Although Dan wasn't even danger and she had been tricked into giving Ian Kabra the vial, Amy still had given up something very important to save her brother. The vial was something that took them a very long time to find.
5. The author was trying to teach you that trust is something very important and that you shouldn't give anyone your complete trust unless you love them very much.
6. I would rate this book a 7. It was a fun, and interesting read. I like the series, but I don't personally think it is one of "those" books that make you go, "ahah!".
7.
Beginning: Amy and Dan accept the challenge of the 39 Clues.
Climax: Amy and Dan are being targeted by everybody in the challenge
Ending: Amy and Dan proceed to the next clue.
To be continued...
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