The Insider

The Insider by Sian Ann Beesey

Investigative reporter, Ben Cooper, has been living in a small village in Afghan for the last two months working on his latest project. Completely absorbed and isolated, he has had no contact with the outside world. Upon his return to his companies office in Kabul, he is devastated to learn that his twin brother was killed in a car accident. Ben's first goal is to get back to the US and his niece, Zoe, who is now his responsibility. The more he learns about the accident, the more suspicious he becomes and decides that everything is not as it seems.

This is a good clean suspense/romance that was an enjoyable read.  It is a little slow throughout and somewhat predictable, but I would read something from this author again.

Labor Day

If you're looking for something to read about Labor Day, here are a few options......

The Testing

The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau

Dystopian societies seem to be a very popular theme these days in the Young Adult genre. Even though they are quite predictable, I still enjoy reading them. The Testing definitely fits this criteria. Sixteen-year-old Malencia Vale is graduating from school and her one and only dream is to attend the University, but first she must be selected for and perform well in The Testing.

The Testing is about selecting future world leaders and specialists of various fields and Cia wants to show the United Commonwealth that she can help their post-war country become successful. Her excitement over her selection is dimmed when her dad, who was apart of the testing when he was young, warns her that The Testing is not all that it seems and to trust no one!

The Target

The Target by David Baldacci

Their last mission was deemed successful and they even received some awards for it, but it left Will Robie and Jessica Reel with some pretty powerful enemies. When the President finds himself faced with a potential crisis in North Korea and needs the best assassins America has to offer, he turns to Robie and Reel to get the job done.

I've read David Baldacci before and really enjoyed his books, this one was a little over the top in credibility but still worth the read.

It's That Time Of Year....Again

It's hard to believe summer is almost over!

Here are a few websites that will help you and your kids gear up and be ready for the new school year.

Reading Rockets

PBS Parents