Baker G Block Class discussion

I have been reading Moby Dick. It is one of those texts that an English teacher is "supposed" to have read, but which I never encountered in high school or college. I thought that the text was going to be dry and overly philosophical but I have been pleasantly surprised at how comical the narration can be. There is a scene where Ishmael meets Queequeg for the first time in a tavern; they have to share a cot for their first night together, and it is laugh- out- loud funny. Melville's descriptive writing and use of imagery is masterful. He spends 6 pages just describing the allure water has on people.

I'm reading The Catcher in the Rye and I'm enjoying it so far. The narrator uses the same expressions often and some of them make me laugh just because they are so old fashioned. I'm halfway through the book and I'm somewhat surprised the plot hasn't developed more. The book has mostly just been the main character describing events and past experiences. That said, it is still a "goodread". Also, I've heard that the book is highly controversial and I think I've found what makes it this way, though I haven't read it completely. The main character believes that society is dull and "phony". He wishes to run away and create a better life for himself but society dictates that people must adhere to the norm and he cannot do this. That's where I am so far.

I'm reading I am Malala,it is very interesting to know about the Taliban from the first point of view by a girl that's only about two years older than me. Her story is shocking and stunning. From her description I realized how terrifying the Taliban is. I think the most interesting thing about this book is that what she's been through is still happening, and it seems like nobody is there to stop the Taliban.

I'm reading the hunger games. I have seen the movie so a lot of things have spoiled for me. I am getting pulled in by the sense of conflict between the districts and the government. I feel like Prim has some inner feelings that could come out in later books or she could have a book about just her. She is being completely left out of this story since the beginning of the book. Like, how is she getting food if her sister isn't there to hunt for her right now..

I''m reading The Pact by Jodi Picoult. It's really engrossing. It's about two teenagers, Chris and Emily, and they're in love. Everyone thinks that Chris killed Emily because all evidence points to him. I used to think that Chris killed her too but as I keep reading Emily is struggling with herself personally so now I believe that Emily physically made Chris shoot her. I look forward towards the end of the book where it will explain the truth.

I'm reading Utopia by Thomas Moore and it is about this place in the middle of nowhere where everyone lives in peace and it is perfect. It's interesting because when I started reading this book, I knew that Thomas Moore was a philosopher but the expression Utopia that he was using was for me just a common word that people used to express a perfect place. I realize now that what he was trying to convey was that Utopia means no place meaning that no place will ever be perfect. I haven't finished the book, in fact I have just started but this was an interesting point I found.

I am reading True Legend by Mike Lupica. I find the reading very interesting because it is about a topic that I am interested in. I don't really find anything very puzzling about the book yet. A really compelling character is an old legend who plays a role as the main characters mentor later in the book because at the beginning of the book the mentor is very mysterious and there is not much known about him.

I'm reading a book called An Abundance of Katherines by John Green. I really like the book so far because the author describes things in very unnexpected ways, and he also gives everday things funny yet surprisingly accurate terms, such as calling the main character's old car "Satan's Hearse," because it is run down, has cracked windows, and doesn't have any airconditioning. The two characters are sort of unexpected friends, which makes the book funny and interesting. So far, it's a very good book.

I'm reading Lord Of The Flies for my book. I'm not very far into it so not much has happened yet but it seems like it's going to be good. My dad said it was good and I like the same kind of things as him so I think I'm going to enjoy it too. Some of the words are a little different and I normally wouldn't use them but I still can understand what they're talking about.

I'm reading Murder on Orient Express by Agatha Christie. The past books I read by Agatha Christie always introduce 10 or more characters at the first chapter. I' really glad that she didn't do that in this book. I hope that the murder case can solve quickly

Im Reading The Fire Chronicle by John Stephens. I enjoy how it has played out so far. I really enjoy the immediate action in this book. From the very start people are in peril and must find ways to escape where as in other books it may take 10 chapters to actually get to the action. I am confused about some of the plot choices by the writer. Although I just started it seems as if the characters always end up safe and unharmed without any issues. I really like one of the characters, he is very funny and represents some of the real present day issues experienced by kids. So far I think that it is a good read. It immediately grabbed my attention and has some unique and sudden plot twists with lots of detail.

Im reading unbroken and it is about a boy who goes into the army and then gets into a big plane crash and is one of the few men who survive. What ive herd he gets captured and many bad things happened to him and the rest of the captured. But he was the only one to survive. One question that i have is how this all started and what made him want to go into the army? what is his back story

I am reading the hunger games series catching fire. This book is very compelling because it has a lot of detail. I love it so far and want to finish the series. Katniss is a very interesting character and I like her.

I'm reading my Sister's Keeper and I am enjoying it very much. The topic the book is written about is so controversial and heartbreaking and unfair, but the author Jodi Picoult makes you feel like you are making decisions along with the main character Anna. The book is written from 7 different peoples points of view and it really makes you feel like you are sitting next to the person and hearing them talk to you. It is definitely a "good read".

I recently went on a book spree at the library and have about 15 books at home right now....whoops. I'm really excited to read Will Grayson, Will Grayson by John Green because I really enjoy reading his novels, and this is the only one I haven't read yet. It seems like everyone's favorite book of his is The Fault in our Stars, however I much prefer Looking for Alaska and Paper Towns. They both touch on important themes and deep topics without the use of confusing language, which is greatly appreciated.

I am reading In My Skin and I am really enjoying it. The author is always detailed in her explanation. She keeps the reader engaged. The book focuses around Brittney Griner and her life growing up. It gives the reader the chance to "grow up" with Brittney. I am almost finished with this book. I like how the author doesn't repeat any stage in her life, she just explains in detail the path Brittney Griner took to get where she is today. Overall this is a goodread and I'm glad I picked this book up, surprisingly I have learned a lot from it.

I'm reading the giver and it's very interesting considering I'm only 15 pages in. The characters are very fascinating and each one is really uniques and special. I'm puzzled that although the book is interesting it escalates very slowly the main character is very interesting and fits the role of a hero perfectly . I think this book is really intresting it's straight forward and easy to understand so it's enjoyable

I am reading brain on fire it is a good book so far. It is about a young woman who mentally Ill but has no diagnosis so far. But I have not read enough to say anymore

I'm reading Rick Riordan's The Lost Hero. It been pretty interesting so far... The author's use of words, and just the build of of events has been compelling me so far. I'm only on the 30th page of the book, but already it's so amusing. The events have made me want to think about when Jason will go to camp and what happened to coach hedge, who risked his life saved Leo's life twice. The transformative event of Jason, when his coin becomes a sword really excited me, and the authors description of Dylan is really cool to visualize... That's where I'm at so far.....

I'm reading The Blood of Olympus. I read the books before this one in the Percy Jackson serie and I really like it. Things happened in this book that is grabbing me is that because this book is the last book in the whole serie so I really want to know what will happen in the end. And they said one of the main character will die so I am very curious which drove me keep reading. I'm enjoying this book.

I'm reading "The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul" by Douglas Adams. I've read about half of the book, and I'm enjoying it so far. The writing style includes a lot of personification and character descriptions, and tends to have an element of humor. The story is made especially interesting by the unexplained odd events that take place. It will be interesting to see how the separate storylines will merge and how various seemingly unconnected events affect each other.

I have been reading angus thongs and full frontal snogging. This book is very funny and it shows the honesty that the girl has towards people. This book will only grab you if you like to read life lessons from other perspectives.

I'm reading "Leviathan" by Scott Westerfeld. The book takes place in sort of a steampunk era. And though I've only read a little bit of the book, it seems have have a good amount of action already. Like when Alek, a young boy, tries to pilot some war machine, when his home is under threat by enemy forces. I also really like the unique personalities that the author gives each character.

I'm reading The Traveler's Gift. It's about a man who is in debt and is slowly giving up on life, so what he does is after getting fired from yet another job he drives as fast as possible on a slippery highway resulting in him getting in an accident (he crashes into a tree). He goes into a dream and meets seven different people who give him seven notes with ways of living his life. I've only read up to the first three people, but it's a compelling story.