Kelston Boys' High School

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Air fryer healthy : 225+ recipes to absolutely nail it

By Captain Honey Pty Ltd

5 stars

If you have an air fryer and want to experiment with it, then this is the book for you. Covers all the basics. I particularly liked the sections covering paleo, keto, gluten free and vegetarian recipes. The final section is low sugar desserts. Something for everyone looking for healthier options.
The raven scholar

By Antonia Hodgson

5 stars

Epic, intricate, hard to put down. Beautifully drawn characters, a plot with many twists and turns. it begins with a murder. An almost forgotten event that will in time catch up with all the participants. The murder during the competition opens up old wounds and sets in motion events that will bring the empire down.
Better in black

By Cassandra Clare

4 stars

Ten short romance stories. New escapades set in Cassandra Clare's diverse Shadowhunter universe Includes an introduction to her new series.
Leonardo's dragon : five far-flung dragon tales

By Donovan Bixley

5 stars

Beautifully illustrated tales of dragons, some with an unexpected twist and all original.
The lady in glass and other stories

By Anne Bihop

5 stars

Revisited old fantasy worlds and found some new ones. From the author's earliest writing to standalone stores set in new landscapes. A range of sark, thoughtful, justice and humourous stories showcase this author's talent.
Babel

By R F Kuang

3 stars

Epic in scope. A blend of fantasy and historical fiction. Provides an indepth history of words and how languages develop over time. Leads you through a story of rescue, guardians, opportunities to the realisation that slavery can be called many things,
Bones to ashes

By Kathy Reichs

4 stars

Lots of detail and twists to engage the reader..
The retired assassin's guide to orchid hunting

By Naomi Kuttner

4 stars

The stage is set for Dante's adjustment to small town life. An orchid convention, a suspicious death, being adopted by a cat, his first date, lots of intrigue and red herrings. An easy but quirky read.
The retired assassin's guide to country gardening

By Naomi Kuttner

4 stars

Described as a mystery with ghost, murder and lots of gardening. Add in easy to read, charming and quirky. All Dante wanted was a quiet retirement but life had other plans for him.
Lakesedge

By Lyndall Clipstone

5 stars

A bloody gothic fairy tale about love, bargains, truth and sacrifice.
Kate Forsyth's long-lost fairy tales

By Kate Forsyth

3 stars

Retold fairy tales from around the world. Beautifully told and illustrated with an introduction and background for each tale. Tales of compassion, wisdom and courage to inspire the modern day reader.
The hero of ages

By Brandon Sanderson

5 stars

The conclusion of the Mistborn trilogy is a worthy ending. Fast paced, complex characters, intrigue, shifting loyalities combined with a fitting ending.
The well of ascension

By Brandon Sanderson

5 stars

Book 2 of MIstborn. Continues the politics and intrigue, develops characters and storyline. makes the impossible believable. Looking forward to the adventure continuing in book 3.
Mistborn

By Brandon Sanderson

5 stars

Highly recommended for anyone looking for a good read. First of the Mistborn series. Intrigue, politics and conspiracies with well drawn characters provide a satisfying read.
Wyrd

By Cate Whittle

2 stars

Two girls about to become step sisters. One hates the idea, the other is not keen but wants her father to be happy. Things get complicated when Emma is turned into a witch by mistake. Then the teen rivalry ramps up as Emma discovers how to magic to her advantage.
A fellowship of bakers & magic

By J. Penner

3 stars

A light romance about baking, magic and other world creatures. Good blend of characters, plot and baking. A feel good read. Three recipes are provided at the end.
Trust no one

By Paul Cleave

4 stars

A psychological thriller. The story of a writer losing his memory. You begin to question what is fact and what is fiction as the story develops. Is he confessing to murders he wrote about or are his stories based on his experiences.
Temple Alley summer

By Avery Fischer Udagawa

5 stars

Good read for those who enjoy Studio Ghibli creations. A mystery that is humorous, full of unusuall characters with more than a touch of fantastical as two stories weave their way to a satisfying end.
The shadow weaver

By Ivy Cliffwater

5 stars

Debut book, fantasy romance, first part of two, Looking forward to the continuation of Caris's journey in Eritz.
Flight of the fantail

By Steph Matuku

3 stars

Thought this was a bus crash survival in remote bush story but there were unexpected elements in the story that made it unique. Became invested with the characters but felt the ending was a bit abrupt, Will be looking to see if this author has written other books.
Always remember : the boy, the mole, the fox, the horse and the storm

By Charlie Mackesy

5 stars

Delightful, uplifting, full of truths that resonate with your heart and soul. The words and illustrations are crafted to form a stunningly beautiful book.
Bones never lie

By Kathy Reichs

4 stars

A complex mystery with a lot of technical detail. From a small start you get involved in a web of unexpected connections, red herrings and twists and turns leading you a a satisfying conclusion.
New Zealand bird paintings

By Ray Ching

2 stars

Coffee table book. Well written and illustrated. Disappointing that the binding cuts across some of the bodies or heads of the birds so that you cannot see the full illustrations of the birds.
The intruder

By Freida McFadden

4 stars

Just when you think you have sussed out what is happening the story twists and you question how far a girl will go to save herself. Classic McFadden where you are kept guessing almost to the end of the tale.
White lies, Maori legends and fairytales

By Falstaff Dowling-Mitchell

3 stars

Growing up is never easy. This brings back memories of growing up in small town New Zealand. The obsession with rugby, local bullies, challenges to tikanga Maori, unexpected illness, dealing with change and death. It is balanced out with help that comes from unexpected places.
Thunderhead

By Sophie Beer

5 stars

"Like my whole life and everything I know is sliding away from me, rolling out to sea with the tide change." So much of this book resonates with what you experience when something major tears your life apart. Not just the event itself itself but the flow on effects that influence how you think, feel and communicate with family and friends. Written for teens but not limited to a teen audience,
Unraveller

By Frances Hardinge

4 stars

A gothic tale with twists and turns. Set in a world where you can be cursed and become a bird, a rock, a worm or a cloud, a young unraveller discovers the origin of his gift of lifting curses. It becomes a race to untangle lives and curses before three disparate groups go to war.
White boots

By Noel Streatfeild

4 stars

A classic tale of family, friendship, dreams and staying true to one self. While it is a little slice of the past, it is well written and it's themes are timeless.
Pax

By Sara Pennypacker

3 stars

A tale of resilience and making choices to do the right thing, not the easy thing. The slow development of understanding one’s self and what matters most in life takes some unexpected turns when a boy and his pet fox are separated.

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