Favorite Authors

I would love to recommend some more of my favorite authors very popular novels. This is because I want oter high school students to be able to enjoy the writing as well. I recommend all Sarah Dessen books to all girls interested in romance and feel good stories. I recommend all Nicholas Sparks books because of the sappy romance and the warm feelin one experiences while reading one of his heart throb novels. I would also recommend all the Harry Potyer books and the Hunger Games books because they are long books filled with suspense an action. 

Setting

The beach town of Colby is a perfect setting for The Moon and More because it strongly shows how simple and happy everyone in the town is when Emaline is miserable. Emaline just wants to show all of the tourists that the town is nothing special and is in fact holding people back. The good part of the town is it teaches Emaline how being positive and making the best out of life and every little precious moment can help her out in life. So this modern beach location resculptures Emaline's perspective into something along the lines of grateful. The mood of the novel changes for the better and Emaline is able to make her own decisions. 

Movies and Books

I am happy to say I have started the notebook and read about a third of it before bed last night. I loved the movie yet the book is so much more intriguing. I am usually one to enjoy the movie more than the book. I believe the movie did portray Nicholas Sparks' novel in a very close matter and so far I have not cried while reading the book just yet.

New Book

I have decided to read The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks. This book has drawn my interest to it because of the wonderful movie and how all of my friends coo and drool over this lovestory. I have a weak spot for adorable love stories. Whenever I can get ahold of a book that I enjoy, I can finish it within a few days. Therefore I will Probably have this book finished by Monday. My next novel will take me into the next trimester and I'm pretty sure it will be another Nicholas Sparks book like The Lucky One.

Recommendation

I would recommend any of Sarah Dessen's novels. They are all based around a main character which is usually a girl and the settings are in this adorable little beach town. The plots can become insanely complicated or really simple with one major conflict. Romance is also present is most of the stories making each one perfect for any teenage girl. Sarah Dessen also explores all types of personalities and interests for her characters. So you can easily find a relatable character.

Some of my favorite Dessen books are Along for the Ride, The Moon and More, keeping The Moon,
Lock and Key, and Someone Like You. I would recommend these to anyone that likes a simple yet interesting and fun book that any teenage girl can relate to and understand.

Summary

The theme of The Moon and More is always follow  your dreams and do what makes you happy. Emaline finally learned to deal with her problems and move on towards her future. This made me happy because she began to work towards what she wanted to achieve in life. The ending of the story made me frustrated because all of Emaline's problems. She became so sad and was always worried about what made her father happy. So when she demonstrated the theme of the book I became more satisfied.

Round Character

While reading The Moon and More, I watch Emaline's senior year go by without her really experiencing a lot of high school. I also have the privilege of watching Melamine try to balance her past, future, and families’ burdens. Emaline has struck me as a round character because her personality and outlook on many things matures.

"Another satisfied customer, I thought, as I walked back to my car. This was why I'd been working pretty much whenever I could lately. I needed distractions, problems I could easily solve. Wild cats were never ideal, but now, I'd gladly take them." -Emaline

While Emaline's summer is coming to an end, all she really is worried about is her boyfriend Luke. The sad thing is that she is becoming bored with him. Although Luke fits the description of a perfect boyfriend, Emaline begins to grow curious about the new boy Theo. Theo is a little different and draws Emaline with his art and tattoos. It seems to be Emaline is only worried about doing good things to others and worrying about herself and her future. I love how Emaline begins to branch out and each time she tries new things, she wants more. Emaline ends up with resenting her mother and step family only to become more proud of herself. When the plot advances, Emaline grows more confident and happy. This makes me happy because I can clearly see her change in attitude therefore giving her confidence to stand up for herself.