110. Jimmy and Pat Meet the Queen by Pat Lowe, illustrated by Jimmy Pike

When a white lawyer arrives for a meeting in the Great Sandy Desert, he tries to explain the concept of Native Title and how, by Australian law, it has been extinquished in towns and cities. Upon hearing that the Walmajarri people have to prove that they own their land, Jimmy and Pat decide to write to Queen Elizabeth to invite her to prove the land belongs to her. Surprisingly, the Queen accepts the invitation and brings two of her Corgis in tow.  Delightful illustrations by Walmajarri man, Jimmy Pike, and  the words of England born Pat Lowe, add a touch of whimsy to an otherwise serious topic.

13. Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

 The final book in the Hunger Games Trilogy is arguably the most violent as the war between the rebels and the "Capitol" is in full force. With the popularity of the series and the way this novel ends, I can't help but wonder if there will be more books about life in post-apocalyptic Panem.

10. Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

This second book in the Hunger Games trilogy introduces some interesting characters. The relationship between Katniss and Peeta goes through some surprising changes. Some people have told me that this is their favourite book of the trilogy. I'll reserve judgement for now.

2. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Many friends and students recommended I read this trilogy, especially when the first film was released last March. I am surprised at how well written it is and at how it stretches the typical plot and character development of teen fiction . Don't know if I want to see the film now; have my own vision of Katniss, Peeta and the other tributes. Looking forward to "Catching Fire". I bought my Advnce Reader's Copy at a yard sale. Only 500 were printed. Currently, there's one in similar conditon on sale on ebay for $299 US. I paid a dollar. Deal.