When Rachel Chu agrees to spend the summer in Singapore with her boyfriend, Nicholas Young, she envisions a humble family home, long drives to explore the island, and quality time with the man she might one day marry. What she doesn't know is that Nick's family home happens to look like a palace, that she'll ride in more private planes than cars, and that with one of Asia's most eligible bachelors on her arm, Rachel might as well have a target on her back. Initiated into a world of dynastic splendor beyond imagination, Rachel meets Astrid, the It Girl of Singapore society; Eddie, whose family practically lives in the pages of the Hong Kong socialite magazines; and Eleanor, Nick's formidable mother, a woman who has very strong feelings about who her son should—and should not—marry. Uproarious, addictive, and filled with jaw-dropping opulence, Crazy Rich Asians is an insider's look at the Asian JetSet; a perfect depiction of the clash between old money and new money; between Overseas Chinese and Mainland Chinese; and a fabulous novel about what it means to be young, in love, and gloriously, crazily rich. -Penguin
Collingwood student, SanSan Song, struggles in AP Econ and she cries in PE as well as napping in New Media. In her free time, she enjoys binging trash TV and napping. SanSan’s favorite genre is forever changing because she is indecisive. Why pick Crazy Rich Asians? "Who wouldn’t want to live vicariously through people who own enough money to buy a country? Experience culture, rich people politics, and a 4 million dollar wedding."
Collingwood student, Ivy Zheng, constantly struggles with math and often will cry and rant about logarithms in all her other classes. In her free time, she enjoys sleeping, dancing, snacking and talking. Ivy's favourite genre is a little bit of everything (excluding realistic fiction). So why pick Crazy Rich Asians? "First of all, SanSan bribed her. But who isn't excited to read about rich people gossip and class differences?!"
If you’re in the mood for a light-ish, teen romance, you’ve come to the right place! Maddy, a young woman who has lived her whole life with a severely compromised immune system, never gets to leave her home and basically her only human interaction is with her mother, who is also her doctor. She can’t help but become infatuated with the new neighbor boy who moves in next door, but they’re not allowed to see each other...
Ms. Calindy Ramsden teaches a variety of science courses and coaches the Alpine Team and Mountain Biking. In her spare time, she likes to ski, bike, hike and do anything outdoors.
Science teacher, Ms. Heather Dow coaches Grade 9 Girls Basketball. In her free time, she enjoys skiing and travelling.
Lydia is dead. But they don’t know this yet. So begins this exquisite novel about a Chinese American family living in 1970s small-town Ohio. Lydia is the favorite child of Marilyn and James Lee, and her parents are determined that she will fulfill the dreams they were unable to pursue. But when Lydia’s body is found in the local lake, the delicate balancing act that has been keeping the Lee family together is destroyed, tumbling them into chaos.
Merhan Mansour is a future grade 11 student who is very interested in Psychology and medicine. Her favorite genre is historical or realistic fiction. So why read this book? "It's a captivating story that will leave you hanging on the edge of you seat!"
The story follows Camila, a seventeen year old girl from Rosario, Argentina who dreams of playing Fútbol professionally. All Camila wants is to avoid the expectations her parents have of her, and instead live a life that is hers. A life that she can earn for herself and be proud of. However, her family, society, and even her childhood crush place barriers on her soccer dreams. - Goodreads
Head of Head of Mackenzie House Ms. Kimberly Dejardins sponsors Thrive which is a student group that focuses on Social Emotional Initiatives. In her free time, she likes to mountain bike, ski, hike with her dog, read, and cook.
Ms. Alexa Grivakes is the Head of Byrd House and teached Career Life Education. She likes to Mountain bike, hike, read, hit the gym, and is crossword puzzle nerd. She likes to read books that have a strong female protagonist and travel adventure books and mysteries.
Let's revisit a classic on the 25th anniversary of its release! A thrilling story of family curses, mystery, and buried treasure. There may also be activities involved...
University Guidance counsellor, Ms. Rachel Davidson enjoys painting, photography, and self-publishing books and zines. She enjoys reading poetry: "It transports me to another world where every word has meaning and beauty."
A short novella based on the beloved characters from Alice Oseman’s acclaimed debut novel Solitaire and graphic novel series Heartstopper – now a major Netflix series. From the author of the 2021 YA Book Prize winning Loveless. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, right? CHARLIE: “I have been going out with Nick Nelson for two years. He likes rugby, Formula 1, dogs, the Marvel universe, the sound felt-tips make on paper, rain and drawing on shoes. He also likes me.” NICK: “Things me and Charlie Spring do together include: Watch films. Sit in the same room on different laptops. Text each other from different rooms. Make out. Make food. Make drinks. Get drunk. Talk. Argue. Laugh. Maybe we're kind of boring. But that’s fine with us.” Everyone knows that Nick and Charlie are the perfect couple – that they’re inseparable. But now Nick is leaving for university, and Charlie will be left behind at Sixth Form. Everyone’s asking if they’re staying together, which is a stupid question – they’re ‘Nick and Charlie’ for God’s sake! But as the time to say goodbye gets inevitably closer, both Nick and Charlie question whether their love is strong enough to survive being apart. Or are they delaying the inevitable? Because everyone knows that first loves rarely last forever… -Goodreads
Assistant Director of Student Life,Mr. Bradley Jolliffe teaches Creative Writing 12 and coaches Senior Girls Volleyball. In his free time he enjoys jogging, reading, tennis, and volleyball.
This smouldering enemies-to-lovers novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu puts a superstar global phenomenon and a hotshot young spy on a collision course with danger – and Cupid’s arrow – in an electric new series perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Nicola Yoon. - Goodreads
Chemistry teacher, Ms. Ying Gu, sponsors Bouldering Club and Reach for the Top. In her free time, she enjoys anime, reading, dog training, and cooking. She enjoys reading Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Dystopian– anything with a creative, juicy plot.
What if you knew that this was your last day to be alive? Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they’re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There’s an app for that. It’s called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure—to live a lifetime in a single day. Adam Silvera reminds us that there’s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting story about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable day. (- Goodreads) This award-winning YA novel from 2017 speaks to the experiences of LGBTQ+ teens of colour and the power of making each day count. You may need some kleenex for this read!
Head of School Ms. Lisa Evans is a former English and Physical Education teacher who enjoys being active and outside as much as possible. She enjoys reading historical fiction and mysteries.