Favorite book of 2013!

During my time in middle school, I have observed that it can be a challenge for me to get into a book and want to read more. I looked at reading as more of a homework assignment than a pleasure. Of course there were some books that I loved and enjoyed reading like the Hunger Games or Perks of Being a Wallflower. But recently I read an amazing book called Never Fall Down that intrigued me but also opened my eyes to me as a reader. This is definitely my favorite book of 2013.

Never Fall Down is about a boy from Cambodia caught in the middle of genocide and forced to be a child soldier. The boy, Arn, decides to dedicate his life to helping other victims of war just like he was. He founded organizations to bring living arts back to Cambodia. Arn is still spreading his story and helping others.

The reason why this is one of my favorite books is that it not only captured my full attention but was really inspiring to me. It is astonishing how much someone who has been through as much as he has can do so much to give back to his community. This made me want to make a difference also and help as much as I can. I think it is important to have these kinds of books in our lives.

This book has also showed me that I can love and enjoy reading as long as I find the right book for me to read. Especially in 2014 I am going to try to read more and push myself as a reader.