book review: the maze runner …

August 31, 2010

i actually read this book a few months ago, but i am just now getting around to writing a little book review.if you liked the hunger games , and want some fast easy reading, then you’ll enjoy this book, the maze runner by james dashner. here is a brief library summary:Thomas wakes up in an elevator, remembering nothing but his own name. He emerges into a world of about 60 teen boys who have learned to survive in a completely enclosed environment, subsisting on their own agriculture and supplies from below. A new boy arrives every 30 days. The original group has been in “the glade” for two years, trying to find a way to escape through a maze that surrounds their living space. They have begun to give up hope. Then a comatose girl arrives with a strange note, and their world begins to change. There are some great, fast-paced action scenes, particularly those involving the nightmarish Grievers who plague the boys. Thomas is a likable protagonist who uses the information available to him and his relationships (including his ties to the girl, Teresa) to lead the Gladers.******the plot is definately interesting, and a fast read. there will definitely be a sequel, so you are left with some unanswered questions, so i hope they are answered in the next book.plus, i heard the author is a local guy, so that is good. i’m all about supporting locals!so, have you read it? did you like it?and, what are you reading?

food trucks …

my husband thinks i’m insane, but i just love food trucks! the food is cheap and good!so, it has been fun to come across some really cute food trucks around the web for the past little bit. here are my favorites.Summertime-sitting-in-a-tree1the MIHO gastro truck, via oh joythe darling enjoy cupcakes trailer, via unruly thingstin can treats, via party perfect so, do any of you know a good food truck in the salt lake city area?do share!

i saw the chow food truck here in slc, via life at 123 house. is it any good?