Tom Sawyer is a mischievous boy growing up along the Mississippi River. His days are filled with adventures, from treasure hunts in haunted houses to running away to become a pirate. Mark Twain’s classic novel captures the essence of childhood with humor and heart. I remember reading it as a kid, feeling the thrill of Tom’s escapades and the warmth of his friendships. It’s a timeless tale that still resonates today.
In “First Lie Wins,” Ashley Elston crafts a gripping tale of deception and identity. Evie Porter has the perfect Southern life—except she doesn’t exist. Tasked by her enigmatic boss, Mr. Smith, Evie infiltrates towns and targets unsuspecting marks. But when Ryan Sumner becomes her latest assignment, things get complicated. Evie starts to dream of a different life, even as her past threatens to unravel everything. A thrilling story of love, lies, and second chances.
In “Rot & Ruin,” Jonathan Maberry crafts a gripping tale set in a post-apocalyptic world where zombies roam and survival is a daily struggle. Benny Imura, a fifteen-year-old boy, reluctantly joins his older brother Tom, a skilled zombie hunter, on a journey that challenges his perceptions of life and death. As Benny learns the harsh realities of their world, he discovers unexpected truths about family, courage, and what it means to truly live. This book is a thrilling, heart-wrenching adventure that stays with you long after the last page.