Did you ever want a blowtorch for a finger? Meet Priscilla Sumner, an ordinary seventh grader with extraordinary gifts. As if middle school isn't hard enough, not only does Priscilla have to fight pimples and bullies, but genetically enhanced assassins trying to kill her and her family. Armed with wit, strength, and a genius best friend, Priscilla must defeat the Selliwood Institute, a mysterious organization with a mission of turning children into killing machines.
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About the Author
Sybil Nelson lives in Charleston, SC. She is a former math teacher and has a master’s degree in mathematics from the College of Charleston and bachelor’s degrees from Washington and Lee University. She is currently pursuing a PhD in biostatistics and continues to write in her spare time. To date, Sybil has completed eight novels.
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Sybil Nelson lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her husband and two children. She is currently earning her Ph.D. in Biostatistics from the Medical University of South Carolina and has completed ten Young Adult novels.
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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
By C. C.
Format:Paperback
I have to admit I wasn't sure of what to expect with Priscilla. It sounded awesome, but would it be awesome? I wasn't very sure.
Boy, I was wrong.
I found myself liking Priss from the first chapter - literally. She is, in one word, awesome. (I know, I need to broaden my horizons vocabulary-wise, but this is works really well in here). If she were real, I'd want her to be my friend. She is a fun, feisty, determined, and really cool girl, and the way she dealt with everything was very realistic (with that I mean she was neither too mature nor too immature) and I really liked the mix of action and Middle School drama. I thought that was so. Damn. Cool.
About the boys, I can't say much, but it's pretty obvious from the beginning someone has a thing for her, and I absolutely adore when boys do't know what to say when they like a girl. It's so endearing.
Now, to the genius bff. I can't say this is very original, but it really works with the storyline, and Tai definitely won me over.
This book is full of action and I was always either laughing like crazy, or awing like crazy (is that even a verb?) or giggling like crazy. I was never bored, never pissed off at anyone. This is a highly entertaining read, and though it's obviously aimed at Middle Grade audiences, I think older people would enjoy it too.
Now, when is the next one coming?
Boy, I was wrong.
I found myself liking Priss from the first chapter - literally. She is, in one word, awesome. (I know, I need to broaden my horizons vocabulary-wise, but this is works really well in here). If she were real, I'd want her to be my friend. She is a fun, feisty, determined, and really cool girl, and the way she dealt with everything was very realistic (with that I mean she was neither too mature nor too immature) and I really liked the mix of action and Middle School drama. I thought that was so. Damn. Cool.
About the boys, I can't say much, but it's pretty obvious from the beginning someone has a thing for her, and I absolutely adore when boys do't know what to say when they like a girl. It's so endearing.
Now, to the genius bff. I can't say this is very original, but it really works with the storyline, and Tai definitely won me over.
This book is full of action and I was always either laughing like crazy, or awing like crazy (is that even a verb?) or giggling like crazy. I was never bored, never pissed off at anyone. This is a highly entertaining read, and though it's obviously aimed at Middle Grade audiences, I think older people would enjoy it too.
Now, when is the next one coming?
21 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By Wayne Zurl
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I don't often read YA books. But because I knew just how well Sybil Nelson writes, I made an exception. Good choice for an old man.
The young heroine, Priscilla Sumner and her best friend Tai Houston are cool kids. They must endure all the hardships the average 7th grader can look forward to and deal with pesky things like kidnappers, assassins running amuck, a power-hungry organizatiuon bent on world domination, and the occasional school-yard bully.
An ordinary girl would be unable to deal with all that, but Priscilla is "the great." And she was born with a power that makes all her adventures a little easier. Go and read about it.
This book has oodles of humor, action, and something many 21st century bestsellers lack--a good story.
If you don't have a young adult to buy a book for, read this yourself. I'm glad I did and am pleased that I have a place to review it and recommend it to everyone.
Keep'em coming, Sybil.
Wayne Zurl
Author of A NEW PROSPECT
and 8 other Sam Jenkins police mysteries
The young heroine, Priscilla Sumner and her best friend Tai Houston are cool kids. They must endure all the hardships the average 7th grader can look forward to and deal with pesky things like kidnappers, assassins running amuck, a power-hungry organizatiuon bent on world domination, and the occasional school-yard bully.
An ordinary girl would be unable to deal with all that, but Priscilla is "the great." And she was born with a power that makes all her adventures a little easier. Go and read about it.
This book has oodles of humor, action, and something many 21st century bestsellers lack--a good story.
If you don't have a young adult to buy a book for, read this yourself. I'm glad I did and am pleased that I have a place to review it and recommend it to everyone.
Keep'em coming, Sybil.
Wayne Zurl
Author of A NEW PROSPECT
and 8 other Sam Jenkins police mysteries
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Priscilla the Great is a wonderfully funny book! I have had the pleaure of reading this book and, as a grade school teacher, I have plans to get a copy for my classroom as well. Priss in no simpering heroine, waiting to be rescued by a cute boy. She's spunky and has a great sense of humor. Priss really is a positive role model for girls. Priscilla's younger brothers add a little bit of grossness to the story that boys will appreciate as well. I would definitely recommend Priscilla the Great to anyone looking for something for their child.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I feel like since most every review on here has been positive, I am very clearly in the minority, but I will try to be fair, as I did give the book two stars and not just one. Here's why.
The pros:
>It's inexpensive. You can't get much freer than free which is always appreciated, especially since I have so little money to part with from being in college and all.
>It's a very easy read and has some length to it, so it will not be read too quickly.
>The details/imagery aren't horrible...and are sometimes not bad.
The cons:
>The largest one, everything is predictable. Everything. I mean, Everything. I can't stress that word enough. I will not give any spoilers but anytime you think something is about to happen, it does, and quite obnoxiously so.
>The characters are completely unbelievable. I couldn't get behind any single character, as I found all of them unrealistic and irritating.
>The dialogue is cheap and forced. "Holy hot dogs" was painful to have to read and this was only one of many examples.
>Reading the book made me extremely uncomfortable and actually, for the first time in my entire life, caused me physical pain (a nagging headache from the frustration), but I kept reading it until I could bare it no longer around the 80th page.
I really did try to give it a chance even though I could predict everything that was about to happen, the dialogue was cheap, not one of the characters was worth reading about, and I developed a small headache every time I winced from how uncomfortable the book made me, but when the issue of infidelity came up as it was so obvious it would, I was done.
Again, I don't expect many people to agree with me, I'm just giving my take on the book as it seems only fair to do.... Read more ›
The pros:
>It's inexpensive. You can't get much freer than free which is always appreciated, especially since I have so little money to part with from being in college and all.
>It's a very easy read and has some length to it, so it will not be read too quickly.
>The details/imagery aren't horrible...and are sometimes not bad.
The cons:
>The largest one, everything is predictable. Everything. I mean, Everything. I can't stress that word enough. I will not give any spoilers but anytime you think something is about to happen, it does, and quite obnoxiously so.
>The characters are completely unbelievable. I couldn't get behind any single character, as I found all of them unrealistic and irritating.
>The dialogue is cheap and forced. "Holy hot dogs" was painful to have to read and this was only one of many examples.
>Reading the book made me extremely uncomfortable and actually, for the first time in my entire life, caused me physical pain (a nagging headache from the frustration), but I kept reading it until I could bare it no longer around the 80th page.
I really did try to give it a chance even though I could predict everything that was about to happen, the dialogue was cheap, not one of the characters was worth reading about, and I developed a small headache every time I winced from how uncomfortable the book made me, but when the issue of infidelity came up as it was so obvious it would, I was done.
Again, I don't expect many people to agree with me, I'm just giving my take on the book as it seems only fair to do.... Read more ›
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Crichton
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Priscilla the Great, the Funny, the Endearing... I loved this book and I am decidedly NOT a young adult.
Sybil Nelson captured perfectly what I imagine it would be like for a young girl to find out she had superpowers. All of the characters are wonderful.
A fun read!
One caution, and this in no way changes the rating:
Priscilla feels her powers are in some way connected to her menstruation and, at one point, she "tricks" a male friend into buying her sanitary napkins. There is obviously nothing wrong with this, I just wanted to mention it in case some parent doesn't feel they are ready to explain this to their younger childer or just to let the parent know that the questions might be coming. I don't have children, so I don't know how young they find out [I was in either 5th or 6th grade, but I know things are done younger these days], so it may be a non-issue. Again, nothing wrong with it, I just wanted parents to be informed.
Sybil Nelson captured perfectly what I imagine it would be like for a young girl to find out she had superpowers. All of the characters are wonderful.
A fun read!
One caution, and this in no way changes the rating:
Priscilla feels her powers are in some way connected to her menstruation and, at one point, she "tricks" a male friend into buying her sanitary napkins. There is obviously nothing wrong with this, I just wanted to mention it in case some parent doesn't feel they are ready to explain this to their younger childer or just to let the parent know that the questions might be coming. I don't have children, so I don't know how young they find out [I was in either 5th or 6th grade, but I know things are done younger these days], so it may be a non-issue. Again, nothing wrong with it, I just wanted parents to be informed.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
super book
This book made melaugh and i enjoyed reading it. Time passed quickly. A true test of a good book isit makes time fly
Published 1 day ago by starshine
5.0 out of 5 stars
Super cool.....
Well.... whatever I say good about this book its less so I would start with the super duper storyline I mean I had been searching for this kinda book in the libraries the amazing... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Kuhuk Sood
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop dead funny
Okay, I'll join the throng of men who loved the book. Ludicrous action, hilarious family dynamics, and wildly implausible villians make this a great book, especially because it... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Savvy Patron
5.0 out of 5 stars
What's with the ending?
I really like this story, but the ending I didn't like. I want to but the other books but they all cost money
Published 4 days ago by Adeliah Tobias
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Middle Grade Romp
Priscilla (AKA Pris) is a hoot. Her gifts are just exactly what every seventh grader needs in her survival kit. Read more
Published 8 days ago by C. Lee McKenzie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very funny
I am currently reading. I enjoy it. Priscilla is a very funny middle school age girl. All ages will enjoy this book.
Published 12 days ago by Debra Carver
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
Enjoyed this book it was a good read kept you wanting to know how it ends would advise anyone to get it kids or adults
Published 15 days ago by Roxanne Oconnor
5.0 out of 5 stars
this book is AWESOME!!!
i love this book its one of my faves
I JUST HAVE TO TYPE 5 MOE WORDS A A DONE!
I JUST HAVE TO TYPE 5 MOE WORDS A A DONE!
Published 17 days ago by Loodvig
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
I read this book in the car on a 4 hour road trip. It really passed the time. I loved it so much that i was reading it while on vacation too. I just couldn't put it down!
Published 17 days ago by Dhivya Bala
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nice story
Wonderful,I just couldn't stop reading.Priscilla is so smart.I can't basically wait to read another book of Priscilla the great.Wow.So wonderful
Published 21 days ago by Joycelyn
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