Review: Scarlett by Cathy Cassidy

 

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Scarlett is a book by Cathy Cassidy, first published in 2006 by Puffin Books.

Scarlett's middle name is trouble. 

Since her dad left a couple of years ago, she has been in and out of several schools and houses. She has never had anyone who believes in who she really is. Who hasn't looked at her and seen her as a real person, not a troublemaker. 

She stopped wishing years ago...when all of her wishes fell apart.

But can they still come true? 

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Trouble is, what I want isn't top of anybody's list right now. 

'Scarlett, please,' Clare says, biting her lip. 'We're worried about you - we just want to help.'

I can't answer her. I want to scream, but I'm terrified that all I have left in me is a whimper.

'Count to ten, Scarlett.' Clare says quietly. 'And breathe, OK? Calm down!'

I take a couple of deep breaths in, but I don't feel calm. I may never feel calm again. 

'I'm not crazy!' I say.

'I know that, Scarlett.

'Do you?'

'Yes, I do.'

'So stop threatening me with counsellors and give me a chance,' I say with a shaky voice. 'Listen to me. Believe in me!'

We sit in silence on the edge of the bed. Whole minutes tick by, and then, finally, Clare speaks.

'I will,' she says. 'I do.'

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I have to say, I didn't enjoy Sundae Girl that much. But I gave Scarlett a chance nonetheless. It's another one I loved when I was a little younger, and I still really love it now, actually.

It's really heartwarming, I found. And a lot more touching than I found Sundae Girl. I love the sparks of imagination Cathy clearly has, and her talent is evident in her writing. The only thing I found was the writing of Holly, who is meant to be 9, seems to be ahead of her years. It might just be me, but I found her pretty mature.

If you're 9-12 years old, and liked Jacqueline Wilson as a kid, you'll probably love this book! 

-Beth

Happy Reading!♥

A Future Classic

   In my opinion, it was quite simple for me to choose a book that I thought would be a classic. It was a no brainer.

But then I started thinking: what type of book is actually appropriate to be put as a classic?

   You see, I don't read classics, (that will unfortunately be changing due to exams - but hey, I might end up enjoying them...right?) so I don't really know how I can exactly say 'yes, this book is definitely going to be a classic'. Though I'm pretty sure the book I've picked is going to be.

For me, saying what I think is going to be a future classic, is picking the book that made me  feel something, that moved me, that stayed with me.

And that book is:

All The Bright Places by Jennifer Niven.

   This book is so beautiful. I quite literally can't put into words how spectacularly amazing and emotional this book is. Honestly, Jennifer Niven, you did a number with this one. All I can say is: thank you that All The Bright Places exists. 

I don't think anyone will ever fully grasp the utter magnificence of this book without reading it. 

So, if you haven't, I suggest you do.

Thanks!

- Emma

Happy Reading!❤

Book/s that someone spoiled for me!

   Beth read 'Looking For Alaska by John Green' before me. If any of you guys read my review of the book, you'll already know this, but for those of you who didn't, here it is:

   I asked a stupid, yet weirdly accurate, question to Beth. And though she didn't technically answer, it was sorta written on her face. I'm not saying it was Beth's fault though! (I asked a question, and I got my answer haha!)

   And Instagram ruined a certain book series for me: Heroes Of Olympus by Rick Riordan. On my first Instagram, a few days after making it, the series that I had been reading (at the time) was spoiled for me.

What I found out broke my heart. (I still haven't finished HOO :( .)

   Sorry about the crappy post guys - I'm super tired, and trying to make any sense right now is quite difficult!!

Moving on: have any books been spoiled for you? Comment below!


Thanks!

- Emma

Happy Reading!❤

Our Bookish Forum!

   So Beth and I (namely Beth) have been busy the last few days, creating something that WILL MARVEL THE WORLD! (Not my actual words but, yeah...)

Anyways, I'm sure you've gathered what it actually is, considering the title. Yes, the last few days we've been working on a forum!!

   And contrary to the title - Our Bookish Forum - it isn't just about books! Our forum is for all fandoms - whether they be centred around books, TV shows, movies, music...our forum is the place for you to connect with people who love the same things you do!

   O gods, this is starting to sound as if I'm trying to sell our forum to you. The gist of it is, if you like the sound/idea of it, give it a look. If you don't, just forget about it!!

You can check it out here: http://ourbookishforum.forumotion.co.uk/


Thanks!

- Emma

Happy Reading!❤

A Book I Want To Live In

   This decision was very hard for me. So many books, so little time to decide.

   This question is nearly as difficult for me to answer as one I've been facing for quite a while: what's your favourite book? ("If I could I would, but I can't so I shan't.")

   But, alas, I did decide on a book by one of my favourite authors. Josephine Angelini is such a talented author, and if you haven't read any of her books yet I suggest you do. Promptly.

So the book I want to live in would be........(DRUM ROLL PLEASE)..................

Trial By Fire by Josephine Angelini.

   I love everything about this book. From the characters to the story line, this book is like perfection. I. Love. It.

I cannot wait until Firewalker (second book in the series) comes out. It literally comes out a few days before my birthday; it's the perfect birthday gift!!

   What book would you love to live in? Tell me in the comments below! And also, if any of you have read a book by Josephine Angelini, what did you think?

Thanks!

- Emma

Happy Reading!❤