Mr. Bales - AP Literature and Composition discussion

What was your experience with the Independent Novel Project? Did you enjoy your book? Would you suggest it to my other students/classes? Explain.

Once you have finished responding to the previous prompt, write a review for your book on the book's page.

My book was good as gold. It was The Blind Side was kinda like the movie. But it was kind of unlike the movie at the same time.

I read The Blind Side. I really enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend other students to read it as well. Even if you have seen the movie you should still read the book because some things are different.

Hannah wrote: "I read The Blind Side. I really enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend other students to read it as well. Even if you have seen the movie you should still read the book because some things ..."

It is a good one aint it?

For my INP, I read "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker. I personally enjoyed this book because it wasn't a difficult read, but it exposes what African Americans, particularly women, living in the deep south at the height of the Jim Crow era, had to go through on a daily basis. I laughed, I cried, I smiled, and experienced every emotion while reading this novel. I would recommend it to anyone seeking a good read because it is a very powerful novel.

I read An Abundance of Katherine's. I enjoyed reading this novel by John Green. I recommend this for anyone, it's not just romantic it's kinda a mind teaser. Five stars.

I read "The Giver" it was a good book all around. Lois Lowery really went into depth with the details of the book and of the characters. I recommend this book to everyone.

Briar wrote: "I read An Abundance of Katherine's. I enjoyed reading this novel by John Green. I recommend this for anyone, it's not just romantic it's kinda a mind teaser. Five stars."

You think a deer hunter would like this one?

For my Independent Novel Project, I read "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey. This book is set in the 1960s at an insane asylum. The events that happen in this book are extremely climactic and I recommend this book to anyone who loves to read.

I chose to read "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald for my INP. I had previously read this book before and enjoyed the tragic love story behind it. Thus, I became obsessed with the original film of this book. However, this time around as I read, I paid closer attention to a peculiar character; Nick Carraway and his admiration for Jay Gatsby. This time around I would say I enjoyed this story even more!! I know many of my classmates have probably read this before, but I encourage another read at a look into potential information about Fitzgerald hidden in Nick Carraway.

For my Independent Novel Project I read, "Night" by Elie Wiesel. This was a very sad and interesting book. It is about the Holocaust and his experience going through it. I would recommend this to anyone and everyone.

I read the"The Catcher in the Rye" by JD Salinger. It was a good book although it's hard to understand what the true meaning is at first. Its a very teenage-like book because of the vocabulary used, but it has a lot of meaning behind it all. I would recommend it to anyone who likes funny and dramatic books.

Briar wrote: "I read An Abundance of Katherine's. I enjoyed reading this novel by John Green. I recommend this for anyone, it's not just romantic it's kinda a mind teaser. Five stars."

Oh! Classic mind teaser!!

i, as an individual had a hard time getting really into the novel The Awakening by Kate Chopin. The story had seemed to be not extraordinary in the fact that it failed to captivated my attention for the majority of the book. Was the turn of events in the end worth the read? Not in my opinion. Perhaps it was the genre in general that moved me to not like the book, in that sense i am biased in my opinion of it. As far as if i would suggest it to other students, I'd have to say that it could be a good read for those who love reading historical fiction. I would not recommend it to those who have a hard time paying attention. though the length of the story is short, having read it makes it feel like forever. With that in mind, I'd say The Awakening is an acquired taste for reading that I didn't enjoy.

I read Wuthering Heights by Emily Bontë. It was hard to comprehend, but it was still a good book and I would recommend it to everyone.

I read The Great Gatsby by F. S. Fitzgerald. I loved this novel because all the characters were miserable and he turned it into such a good novel without a single person being liked. Even though I love Gatsby. I would recommend this book to all of my friends.

Sam wrote: "I read The Great Gatsby by F. S. Fitzgerald. I loved this novel because all the characters were miserable and he turned it into such a good novel without a single person being liked. Even though I ..."

what friends????

Kristen wrote: "I read "The Giver" it was a good book all around. Lois Lowery really went into depth with the details of the book and of the characters. I recommend this book to everyone."
I guess you really did love your book...13 comments.

I read the book "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding. It was a good book and rather easy to comprehend. I would recommend this book, although most have already read it since it was read as a class my sophomore year.

Hunter wrote: "I read the book "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding. It was a good book and rather easy to comprehend. I would recommend this book, although most have already read it since it was read as a clas..."

It is always good to reread! You never know what you might catch the second time!

Sam wrote: "I read The Great Gatsby by F. S. Fitzgerald. I loved this novel because all the characters were miserable and he turned it into such a good novel without a single person being liked. Even though I ..."

The Great Gatsby is one of my favorite novels. What is it about Gatsby, I wonder, that makes him "great?" Is it his commitment to his dreams?

McKenzie wrote: "I read Wuthering Heights by Emily Bontë. It was hard to comprehend, but it was still a good book and I would recommend it to everyone."

If you liked it, you should try "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte. Charlotte is Emily's sister!

Heidi wrote: "i, as an individual had a hard time getting really into the novel The Awakening by Kate Chopin. The story had seemed to be not extraordinary in the fact that it failed to captivated my attention fo..."

Well, at least it was a relatively short read! Kate Chopin is an acquired taste.

Samantha wrote: "I read the"The Catcher in the Rye" by JD Salinger. It was a good book although it's hard to understand what the true meaning is at first. Its a very teenage-like book because of the vocabulary used..."

I admire the book for Holden's hopelessness. It seems that everything in life is hopeless for Holden, and as such, he must strive to find the good.

Elisabeth wrote: "For my Independent Novel Project I read, "Night" by Elie Wiesel. This was a very sad and interesting book. It is about the Holocaust and his experience going through it. I would recommend this to a..."

This is a disturbing story. I hate that much (if not all) of it was based in fact.

Logan wrote: "I chose to read "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald for my INP. I had previously read this book before and enjoyed the tragic love story behind it. Thus, I became obsessed with the original f..."

It's never bad to reread a book! You never know what you might find upon second glance!

Shea wrote: "For my Independent Novel Project, I read "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey. This book is set in the 1960s at an insane asylum. The events that happen in this book are extremely climact..."

I've heard it said that there is a narrowness between sanity and insanity. This may have been what Kesey was demonstrating.

Kristen wrote: "I read "The Giver" it was a good book all around. Lois Lowery really went into depth with the details of the book and of the characters. I recommend this book to everyone."

I always found Lowry's vision for the future to be startlingly sad. Hopefully, we will not end up in a world like the one presented in "The Giver!"

Briar wrote: "I read An Abundance of Katherine's. I enjoyed reading this novel by John Green. I recommend this for anyone, it's not just romantic it's kinda a mind teaser. Five stars."

I recently purchased "Paper Towns" by John Green for my wife to read. She is enjoying it! I may have to give John Green a try!

Wesley wrote: "For my INP, I read "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker. I personally enjoyed this book because it wasn't a difficult read, but it exposes what African Americans, particularly women, living in the de..."

You should check out the film by Steven Spielberg. It was nominated for innumerable awards!

Tanner wrote: "My book was good as gold. It was The Blind Side was kinda like the movie. But it was kind of unlike the movie at the same time."

I am happy you enjoyed your book! I haven't read "The Blind Side," but I have heard really good things. I will have to check it out.

Hannah wrote: "I read The Blind Side. I really enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend other students to read it as well. Even if you have seen the movie you should still read the book because some things ..."

That's what I was telling Tanner: I need to give this book a shot! It seems like students really get a kick out of it.

I read 1984. I liked how it detailed the world and I also liked the in-depth look at various aspects of society. The part I disliked the most was the ending, but the book was very suspenseful until that point. If you like science fiction or government, you would like this book.

I read "The Jungle" by Upton Sinclair. The book gave me a look into the past of the poor life of a working man in the early 1900's. How the times before regulations in the work place changed the lives of many. Upton was really descriptive and it put you into Jurgis's world.

I thought the independent novel project was a good way for students to read a book that would be easy to write about on the exam. Although I would not recommend my book. The grammar and language of the book was just to confusing, the story line wasn't interesting, and just all around didn't make much sense.

The independent novel allowed me to dive in to classical British literature. I read Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen the book was very interesting; however, it also had slow parts. I would suggest it to other students as it addresses the manners back in this time period. But it does have some complex vocabulary within the book, which I would encourage looking up as it better helps you to understand the story.

I read The Memory Keeper's Daughter. I personally enjoyed this book and it wasn't a hard read. I highly recommend this book to other students. If you have seen the movie I think you should still read the book.

I read Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett. It's very vivid and graphic. It takes place in the 12th century, and during civil war, so the brutality that took place during that time is described in the book. It may not be for the faint of heart, but it is a great book. One of my absolute favorites.

I read "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley. Other than my distaste for the format at which it is written, I have no other complaints. I would recommend this book for other students. It's a very good book

The book that I read was Dawn of the Dead. This is a classic horror novel that tells the story of four survivors that claim a mall in the 1970's. Throughout this journey the group faces several hard situations such as death and fear. Even for people who don't like horror stories, they will enjoy this book.

Logan wrote: "I chose to read "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald for my INP. I had previously read this book before and enjoyed the tragic love story behind it. Thus, I became obsessed with the original f..."

When I read the Great Gatsby I found it quite complex. Because just like you said if you read the book you pick up on little details that gives you a better interpretation of the characters.

I read The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. I love this book. This book is my all time favorite. Its intriguing and you don't want to stop reading it once you get started. The Great Gatsby is a great read and I recommend it to anyone.

I read the book INCARCERON, it was a fabulous book about a prison, but not just any sort of prison, a prison that is ALIVE. most people in this prison don't remember there lives before the prison. there's cells, forests and cities that people live in with kings and queens and for one princess about to go under a arranged marriage has a choice, help a prisoner escape and avoid the mariage while going on a adventure of life or death or get married. it is a great book, that i highly recommend you read.

I am reading Chuck Palahniuk's novel Fight Club.
This novel is one that I enjoyed very much. I found it for of allegory and metaphors relating to the human psych after one has "gone over the edge" with the monotonous motions of living the simple life.

I was very excited to have this opportunity to read my book. If it wasn't for this assignment, I probably would have never had the time to read Stephen King's finest -- 11/22/63. I would highly recommend this novel to all of my classmates who enjoy history, and political thrillers.

I read Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. At first I was hesitant about the diction of the book, but after I really started reading the book, I truly enjoyed it. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys classical literature and a story that doesn't fit a typical 21st century plot.

I read Wuthering Heights for my INP and I loved it. Although sometimes it was a little hard to swallow the dialect, it was overall a great book.

I read the book "Head Games" by Christopher Nowinski. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good read.

I read " The Giver' by Lois Lowry. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a good story about love.

I read the hobbit. Of course i loved it. Who doesn't love tiny dudes with hairy bare feet. The story is very fascinating as it encompasses a wide range of philosophical diagrams we construct to perceive the world. It personifies moral integrity, such as bilbo reflecting that aspect of blind boldness for the sake of understanding. His mother was a fairy or something, so he was a natural traveler. Many people, especially myself, can relate to this characterization. We travel for many reasons, but traveling leads us to a destination. We must be bold in the face of obstacles and perceive the shadow that lies ahead, because one day that shadow will be shown with vivid imagery if our boldness and curiosity overwhelms the dark.