"For the first time in days, she felt absolutely confident. This was her world. She knew what to do."
How I Got It
In a mall, during a get together with college friends, we do not know what to do. Suggestion? Since cinema is not an option (we had to wait long), just go around and check things.
Of course, I would not miss a bookstore. While browsing for titles, I did not expect to find The 39 Clues in Booksale specifically the first book. It costs Php135. As someone who is trying to control my book collection habit, I thought twice whether to buy it or not. We left empty handed to check on National Bookstore and think there whether to go back for it or not. I did not actually plan to check the regular price but upon passing by its series, I decided to look at the price tag. I did not see book one but I know it is of the same price as the following books. It is Php500 rounded off.
Before we left the mall, I went back for it. In my defense, it is a rare find as cheap as it is and well, I haven't bought any book in a while so I thought I deserve to treat myself one. I still have to manage and control my habit expenses though. Good luck with that but I know I will make it through.
I already finished reading it and I do not know when I will acquire the second book. As of the moment, when I checked it online, there are thirty one books for this series. If I would do it, it will be critical for my wallet so in the near future, I will not collect it yet. The important thing for now is that I was able to start with the first book.
What's In It
I liked the story. Especially that it was Mr. Riordan who wrote it first, I expected nonetheless. I haven't read his new novels yet but with his work with the Percy Jackson series, I know he will do something amazing again.
This 2008 book has another big twist wherein significant people are part of a prestigious family and that they are relatives, even if it's distant. As long as they carry a portion of the blood, as long as it runs in their veins. This journey of Amy and Dan Cahill for a secret, hidden in 39 Clues, reminds me of Capcom's Resident Evil game, not the movie. Everything there, from one place to another, involves the characters to look for items to be able to proceed. Those items serves as key access. Only this time, with 39 Clues, it's on a wider scope.
I cannot elaborate the details of the misfortunes of the siblings anymore but what I think is the most important lesson that this book is portraying is a simple as - your family is your support. Amy and Dan fight like normal siblings do. But as the story moved on, with its drama that can be compared in real life minus all the dangerous stuff, at the end of the day, you may not be in good relationship with your relatives, it will always be your immediate family that can always be with you through it all.
Of course, I would not miss a bookstore. While browsing for titles, I did not expect to find The 39 Clues in Booksale specifically the first book. It costs Php135. As someone who is trying to control my book collection habit, I thought twice whether to buy it or not. We left empty handed to check on National Bookstore and think there whether to go back for it or not. I did not actually plan to check the regular price but upon passing by its series, I decided to look at the price tag. I did not see book one but I know it is of the same price as the following books. It is Php500 rounded off.
Before we left the mall, I went back for it. In my defense, it is a rare find as cheap as it is and well, I haven't bought any book in a while so I thought I deserve to treat myself one. I still have to manage and control my habit expenses though. Good luck with that but I know I will make it through.
I already finished reading it and I do not know when I will acquire the second book. As of the moment, when I checked it online, there are thirty one books for this series. If I would do it, it will be critical for my wallet so in the near future, I will not collect it yet. The important thing for now is that I was able to start with the first book.
What's In It
I liked the story. Especially that it was Mr. Riordan who wrote it first, I expected nonetheless. I haven't read his new novels yet but with his work with the Percy Jackson series, I know he will do something amazing again.
This 2008 book has another big twist wherein significant people are part of a prestigious family and that they are relatives, even if it's distant. As long as they carry a portion of the blood, as long as it runs in their veins. This journey of Amy and Dan Cahill for a secret, hidden in 39 Clues, reminds me of Capcom's Resident Evil game, not the movie. Everything there, from one place to another, involves the characters to look for items to be able to proceed. Those items serves as key access. Only this time, with 39 Clues, it's on a wider scope.
I cannot elaborate the details of the misfortunes of the siblings anymore but what I think is the most important lesson that this book is portraying is a simple as - your family is your support. Amy and Dan fight like normal siblings do. But as the story moved on, with its drama that can be compared in real life minus all the dangerous stuff, at the end of the day, you may not be in good relationship with your relatives, it will always be your immediate family that can always be with you through it all.
During and after reading this book, I was able to prove that my interest really lies in action-adventure-teen/young adult genre. I can read drama and others but it can either take a while to finish it or stop halfway through. It will now depend on the plot. That's why I think thrice before buying nowadays.
This is the first book of the year 2015. I hope there will be new good reads to come
Notable Ideas
~Amy had been reading more than usual. Dan knew it was her way of hiding,...
~The old man chuckled, "You have intelligence and youth, and a fresh way of looking at things. I, on the other hand, have resources and age,..."
~She looked at her brother. Despite how annoying he was, they had always been able to communciate just by looking at each other. It wasn't telepathy or anything, but she could tell what her brother was thinking.
~It drove her crazy when she couldn't remember things. She read so many books sometimes they got jumbled around in her head.
~"I'm going to regret this, Nellie muttered. "But I might as well regret it in Paris."
~He decided not to think about it. One thing at a time.
~Mary-Todd yelled. "Children, we can't keep arguing with each other. It hurts team morale."
~Amy couldn't believe how quickly his spirits had rebounded. A few minutes ago, he'd been complaining about his feet and his heavy backpack. Now, a hunk of bread later, he was as good as new. Amy wished she was like that. he felt like lying down and sleeping for a century,...
