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Book Review: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
Title: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Author: Rick Riordan Genre: Children’s Fiction (Ages 8-12),Greek Mythology, Young Adult Fiction, Adventure. Review by: Chantelle, LCA Intern for Library HQ Synopsis: Percy was a normal kid going to school, playing basketball, hanging out with friends and skateboarding. The usual things kids his age do. All of that… Read more
St Brigid’s Day to be celebrated across Kildare
By Kildare County Council Communications Team Kildare County Council is delighted to be supporting the delivery of many events across the county on 1st February to commemorate the life and legacy of St Brigid, and mark Imbolc, the ancient festival of Spring. There are many aspects of the life and travels of St Brigid that connect… Read more
Fun or Quirky Days to Celebrate in January
Elaine Patterson, Newbridge Headquarters. Did you know that January is full of fun and quirky observance days, here are a few of my favourites to share with you. Did you know January known as Hot Tea Month and National Hobby Month? At any rate during this month why not learn about the history of tea… Read more
Book Review: Geek Girl
Title: Geek Girl Author: Holly Smale Genre: Young Adult Fiction. Review by: Chantelle, LCA Intern for Library HQ Synopsis: Harriet Manners knows loads of facts. Facts like; Squirrels were once detained as spies, or that astronauts’ hearts become rounder in space. And for the first time ever, she knows exactly how her life should go.… Read more
Book Review: The Host
Title: The Host Author: Stephanie Meyer Genre: Young Adult Fiction. Romance. Science Fiction. Review by: Chantelle, LCA Intern for Library HQ Synopsis: Melanie Stryder refuses to fade away. The earth has been invaded by a species that takes over the minds of their human hosts while leaving their bodies intact, and most of humanity has succumbed… Read more
Book Review: Bridgerton: The Duke and I
Title: The Duke and I Author: Julia Quinn Genre: Historical Fiction. Romance. Adult Fiction. Review by: Chantelle, LCA Intern for Library HQ Synopsis: Simon Basset, the irresistible Duke of Hastings, has concocted a devious plan to keep himself free from the town’s marriage-minded society mothers. He shall pretend to be engaged to the lovely Daphne… Read more
