The Love of a King (BR10)

When I was young, I lived in Buckingham Palace. I could have anything that I wanted. But I wasn't happy because my heart was empty.

I sympathized with those words because I sometimes think like that. When I was a high school student, I had a lot of school regulations and I should obey them. But I could enjoy my school life because there were many friends, good teachers, and my family. They were really interesting. In contrast, since my university life started, I became able to spend time freely, but I couldn't feel happiness. This was because they were not near me. Now, I'm very happy because I have a lot of friends!

Dainty, P. (2000). The Love of a King. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

A Tale of Two Cities (BR9)

In 1775, Two cities are London and Paris.

The prisoner from 105 North Tower of the Bastille Prison is free. But why was he in prison in Paris for eighteen years? He leaves Frances and travels to England. Will he and his family be safe from their enemies?

I was nervous to read this book. This story is related to war. I could know that the history of London and Paris. 

Charles Dickens. (1997). A tale of two cities. Macmillan Readers.

New York (BR8)

   New York is the must famous city in America. More than twenty million people from all over the world visit New York every year. This place is able to see in movie many times. And also many famous people live in New York. For example, Robert De Niro,  Tom cruise, Jennifer Lopez and George Gershwin.

   World Trade Center is a tallest building in New York. This building have hundred floors with office, shops, and restraunt inside. But on 11 September in 2001. An American Airlines plane crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center. And just after, A United Airlines plane crashed into the South Tower.Thousands of people died by this accident. Many people won't forget this terrible accident.

   So I read this book and I think I would like to go to New York. I want to see many shows in broadway.  And also I would like to  go to Times square on New year'eve. However, I think we should study New york. In partciculary, I must know 9,11.

Escort, John (2008) New York, Oxford Bookworms.

Anna and the Fighter (BR7)

   Anna wanted to run away, but she was frightened of Sam. she was tired and lost. Polona was a big town. Anna did not know anybody there. Sam called a taxi.

   'Get in, Anna,' he said. Anna got in. (P10, L1)

It was a first journey for Anna, so I thought the man who talked to her looked very scary and strange. However, the last of this story was fell at ease. It was very good story.


Elizabeth Laird. (1997). Anna and the Fighter. Macmillan Readers.

The long Tunnel (BR6)

   The first of Frank's men reached the top of the shaft. His head hit the iron cover. He reached up with one hand and pushed. The cover did not move.

   'There's something wrong,' he shouted. 'I can't get out.' (P29, L5)

The young people were very clever and brave. If I were in the situation, I would not be able to act like them. I want to be a lady of action.

John, Milne. (1980). The Long Tunnel. Macmillan Readers. 

Christmas in Prague (BR5)

  'December the 25th,' said Pavel. 'My grandmother told me the day. My mother died in a hospital bed in Prague, she said.'

  'Lenka died in the snow, on the road at the border,' Josef said. 'She was near Austria... so near us... with you, Pavel, on her back...' (P34, L8)

I realized how serious the infuluence of the war was. It torn a happy family. Although, it was good that they could meet again at last of the story.

Hannam, Joyce. (1997). Christmas in Prague. Oxford University Press.

The Truth Machine (BR4)

  'But I have another secret,' said Lyme. He looked at Dr Simple. He looked at Professor Verity.

  'Another secret?' cried Dr Simple. 'Tell me. Tell me. Tell me the truth!'

  'My secret is this,' said Harville Lyme. 'I never tell the truth. I always tell lies.' He smiled. (P24, L10)

I thought truth is very important but sometimes it is better not to reveal the secret. Lie is lubricant for relationships among people.

Norman, Whitney. (1976). The Truth Machine. Macmillan Readers.

Money for a Motorbike (BR3)

'What do you mean?' asked the sergeant. 'It has started to rain now,' replied Stuart. 'I don't want a holiday. I'm going to get a job. I'm going to save another £325 and buy that bike.' (P30, L21)

I got angry at behavior of Stuart that he wanted to be lazy but he want a motorbike at first. Finally, although, he was penitent. It was good and I was relieved.

John, Milne. (1976). Money for a Motorbike. Macmillan Readers.

Newspaper Boy (BR2)

   'I know,' said Harry. 'I was talking to him again last night. Geofferey Elliott is a retired policeman.'

   'I was wrong about Elliott,' said Toby. 'I'm a bad detective.'

   Harry laughed. 'Never mind,' he said. 'You're a good newspaper boy.' (P31,L5)

Toby wants to be a detective, but I want him to be still a newspaper boy. I thought that his purity is very cute and good.

John, Escott. (1979). Newspaper Boy. Macmillan Readers.

New York (BR1)

  New Yorkers often eat at the 'deli' or the delicatessen. These sell wonderful sandwiches.

  There are lots of 'fast food' shops to buy something to eat quickly.

  There are food stands on many street corners. (P11, L1)

I like to go various places for a trip. Last summer, I went to Nagoya, Kyoto and Osaka. It was very fun! So I want to try forign countries in the next trip like New York.

John, Escott. (1995). New York. Oxford University Press.