12.4.09

Avalon High by Meg Cabot



Avalon High
Maybe it's not where Ellie wants to be, but if you have to start at a new school, Avalon High is typical enough: There's Lance, the jock. Jennifer, the cheerleader. And Will, senior class president, quarterback, and all-around good guy. But not everyone at Avalon High is who they appear to be... not even, as Ellie is about to discover, herself. As a bizarre drama begins to unfold, Ellie has to wonder, what part does she play in all this? Do the coincidences she's piecing together really mean - as in King Arthur's court - that tragedy is fast approacihng for her new friends? Ellie doesn't know if she can do anything to stop the coming trouble. But somehow, she knows she has to try.

5 stars - While the description of the book sounds like it will be on of those frivolous teen novels that Meg Cabot usually churns out, Avalon High is different, I swear. It's spectacular. While it starts out harmless enough, the changes and twists are even more startling because of the contrast with the docile beginning and first-glance storyline. The main character, Ellie, also doesn't ask that you like her or dislike her - she just is the way she is, and I like that. That makes me happier to go with her on this crazy journey. Avalon High was definitely a page turner and a twisting story that keeps you on your toes. The history and historical parallels integrated into it also taught me about the King Arthur history -much more than I ever knew. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a good read.

The Final Verdict: A Magical Must-Read

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