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Book Title: Ella Enchanted

Author: Gail Carson Levine

Review: Join Ella on her quest to be freed of a horrible "gift" she was

given as a child. She will have to brave many creatures, keep herself focused, and might even find true love on the way. I thought that this book was truly amazing. I read it a couple of years ago but I just cannot get it out of my mind! This is a powerful story, aimed towards girls, to do what they believe is right and that they aren't the damsel in distress.

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Why: This is an awesome story with no swearing or anything like that.

Book Title: Wonder

Author: R.J Palacio

Review: Auggie was born with a quite rare genetic disease that makes him look different. Join him as he braves the world and goes to school for the first time (he's 13). This is a very touching story that has a perfect mix of tradegy and joy.

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Why: They take the lords name in vain quite a bit and some of the stuff that happens Is SO SAD!