South Otago High School

40,185 pages read and 3,344 team points

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Deb Ward

7,252 pts

(3,787 pages read)

See You In September

By Charity Norman

4 stars

This one is about a cult. While the ending is rushed and a bit too tidy, I admire Norman's ability to help the reader empathise with darker human behaviours.
Freeing Grace

By Charity Norman

4 stars

Not as polished as Norman's other novels but still a compelling read.
Te Hiakai Tangata

By Hirini Moko Mead

4 stars

A contemporary taniwha pūrakau.
Home Truths

By Charity Norman

4 stars

Another gripping offering from Norman. This one is scarily topical as it follows the story of a family who is impacted by one of their members getting caught up in the conspiracy theory community.
In the cracks of light

By Apirana Taylor

4 stars

While much more powerful when read aloud by Taylor himself, there are some gems in this book.
The Secrets of Strangers

By Charity Norman

5 stars

Charity Norman's character and story development are amazing. This one made me cry.
Long Way Down

By Jason Reynolds

5 stars

An impactful book about revenge, all written in verse. Would connect well with The Hate U Give.
Finding Tom Connor

By Sarah-Kate Lynch

5 stars

A fun read with a Marian Keyes vibe.
The Bookseller at the End of the World

By Ruth Shaw

5 stars

I'm glad I've finally read this delightful book which has been recommended to me by several people.
All That We Know

By Shilo Kino

5 stars

An impressive second novel from this clever author.
Violence 101

By Denis Wright

5 stars

Hamish is an intriguing protagonist who's been in and out of alternative education facilities because of his violent behaviour.
Flight of the Fantail

By Steph Matuku

4 stars

YAF. A real page-turner. Fast-paced but the violence is a bit grim in places.
A Different Kind of Power

By Jacinda Ardern

5 stars

I admired Ardern before reading her memoir and this made me admire her more! A great insight into the life, work, and passions of an inspiring kiwi.

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South Otago High School

40,185 pages read and 3,344 team points

Team members

South Otago High School

Deb Ward

Murdoch

Bee

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Kelsi

Jojojory

kiwirod

Kate T

Nisa

Fmw

MikeBB

Becs

KelBensley

Janos

jasmine

Deb Ward

See You In September

Freeing Grace

Te Hiakai Tangata

Home Truths

In the cracks of light

The Secrets of Strangers

Long Way Down

Finding Tom Connor

The Bookseller at the End of the World

All That We Know

Violence 101

Flight of the Fantail

A Different Kind of Power

South Otago High School

40,185 pages read and 3,344 team points

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