Book to Movie #1: The Lightning Thief

This is a new thing that I'm doing. After seeing a movie and reading the book it's based off of, I'll review both.

Recently, I saw the Lightning Thief. The book, as you probably know, is one of my all time favorites. The story is fun, interesting and unique. But, the movie is nothing like the book. The movie isn't bad though. It's just not like the book. So if you like a good movie, see it. But, if you want it to be like the book, don't. You will be sourly disappointed.

Shutter Island by: Dennis LeHane

This book is an extraordinary thrill ride that I absolutely loved. Just a heads up, this book is an adult book! There is some adult content! If you don't believe me, there is a movie being made of it coming out soon and it IS rated R!

Shutter Island is creepy and amazing and I would definitely say that it's one of my favorites. 5 out of 5 stars all the way!

I, Robot by: Isaac Asimov

This is the first of the robot series and is an anthology of stories talking of robots and trouble that may come with them. These stories are very science fictiony and some stories are better than others. But, otherwise, this book is a fun, and unique read.

I would rate this piece of science fiction 3 and 1/2 out of 5 stars.

Graceling by: Kristen Cashore

This incredible story of Katsa is actually the first of Cashore's books. It tells of a medieval place where some people are Graced, or have an ability. Katsa is the niece of one of seven kings that rule the seven kingdoms. She is Graced with killing and is used as a tool to her uncle. Until Prince Po comes along and changes anything.

This story of what happens in the seven kingdoms is amazing and I would rate it 5 out of 5 stars. A fun and spectacular read, this book is followed by a companion, Fire, with one crossover character. Read them both!