Stacking the Shelves is a meme hosted by Tynga's Reviews where you show off books you're adding to your shelves.
Hey ya'll! How have you been? It's been a while since you guys have seen a StS post from me, so I'm really glad I was able to muster up a couple of books this week! Let's start!
THAT'S ALL I GOT THIS WEEK! THANKS FOR STOPPING BY! LEAVE ME YOUR STACKING THE SHELVES IN THE COMMENTS!
Sometimes discovering the truth can leave you more hopeless than believing the lies…That’s what seventeen-year-old Sky realizes after she meets Dean Holder. A guy with a reputation that rivals her own and an uncanny ability to invoke feelings in her she’s never had before. He terrifies her and captivates her all in the span of just one encounter, and something about the way he makes her feel sparks buried memories from a past that she wishes could just stay buried.
Sky struggles to keep him at a distance knowing he’s nothing but trouble, but Holder insists on learning everything about her. After finally caving to his unwavering pursuit, Sky soon finds that Holder isn’t at all who he’s been claiming to be. When the secrets he’s been keeping are finally revealed, every single facet of Sky’s life will change forever.
Before you begin reading this review, take into consideration that I've just read the most mind-numbing novel ever. Readers discretion is advised.
Stupid question but did anyone's' STRANGER DANGER ALARM RING IN THERE HEAD at all with this ridiculous relationship? For those who haven't read it, tell me your opinion on this: A guy who all of a sudden becomes stalker-like after seeing you at the grocery store, follows you to your car, bombards you with personal questions and then punches a car after you meet is consider dreamy? No? Well that's not what our leading lady thinks.
With the way the author gives voice to Sky, it makes it her sound shallow because, as she describes him, "he's totally hot" even though he goes crazy over the weirdest things. While it is explained further into the book why he acts this way, it still doesn't make sense that she can't see that the way he is acting is scary.
I'm worried about the message that comes across having such a brainless heroine as a lead in this novel. In no way should it condone a man being possessive, aggressive nor explosive towards a woman and her just be submissive. This is completely not okay.
The fact that Sky is suppose to be this strong girl who stands up to her tormentors but then faints like an idiot after a guy grins at her is just beyond me. Does it make sense that a girl who knows NOTHING about a guy, will allow him to not only treat her like his possession but also to turn into HULK mode and not be creeped out? For any girl reading this (or guy), this is not romance. This is not love. This isn't even respect, it's an unhealthy relationship and you deserve better.
I'm very disappointed with this because It had so much potential! There were moments in the book were I saw the potential of development, moments that were warm and fuzzy but ultimately got ruined. Hopeless is truly hopeless. Overall 2 Stars.
So lets start with my Waiting on Wednesday. I love doing this meme every Wednesday. "Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted @ Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're anticipating.
Emmy’s best friend, Oliver, reappears after being kidnapped by his father ten years ago. Emmy hopes to pick up their relationship right where it left off. Are they destined to be together? Or has fate irreparably driven them apart?Emmy just wants to be in charge of her own life. She wants to stay out late, surf her favorite beach—go anywhere without her parents’ relentless worrying. But Emmy’s parents can’t seem to let her grow up—not since the day Oliver disappeared.
Oliver needs a moment to figure out his heart. He’d thought, all these years, that his dad was the good guy. He never knew that it was his father who kidnapped him and kept him on the run. Discovering it, and finding himself returned to his old hometown, all at once, has his heart racing and his thoughts swirling.
Emmy and Oliver were going to be best friends forever, or maybe even more, before their futures were ripped apart. In Emmy’s soul, despite the space and time between them, their connection has never been severed. But is their story still written in the stars? Or are their hearts like the pieces of two different puzzles—impossible to fit together?
Readers who love Sarah Dessen will tear through these pages with hearts in throats as Emmy and Oliver struggle to face the messy, confusing consequences of Oliver’s father’s crime. Full of romance, coming-of-age emotion, and heartache, these two equally compelling characters create an unforgettable story.
This sounds like an emotional roller coaster, I cant wait to read it! This sounds to me like a YA contemporary drama which sounds super fun and heart achingly good for the summer. I'm so glad I stumbled upon this one on Goodreads because I'm so excited to get my hands on it soon!
IS THIS ONE ON YOUR TBR PILE? HAVE YOU HEARD OF EMMY & OLIVER? LIKE THE COVER? EXCITED FOR IT TO COME OUT? LET ME KNOW!
LEAVE ME YOUR WAITING ON WEDNESDAY'S POST IN THE COMMENT'S BELOW!
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Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets of New Beijing. A deadly plague ravages the population. From space, a ruthless lunar people watch, waiting to make their move. No one knows that Earth’s fate hinges on one girl.Cinder, a gifted mechanic, is a cyborg. She’s a second-class citizen with a mysterious past, reviled by her stepmother and blamed for her stepsister’s illness.
But when her life becomes intertwined with the handsome Prince Kai’s, she suddenly finds herself at the center of an intergalactic struggle, and a forbidden attraction.
Caught between duty and freedom, loyalty and betrayal, she must uncover secrets about her past in order to protect her world’s future.
I've been procrastinating on reading this book until it became just down right ridiculous to keep putting it off. So with a little push, I picked up cinder and loved it! Cinder is this super feisty cyborg who happens to work as a mechanic in New Beijing. There also happens to be a certain handsome Prince and a deadly disease on the horizon, I'm just sayin'.
This books was so enjoyable that I had no issue with the predictability. It kept me engaged all the way through and just a fun read overall! But you might be asking yourself:
YES!
And no.
Like I said, there is this wonderful conflict happening to not only cinder but to the residents of New Beijing. The Lunars (Super hated by the earth people) have decided to come to earth for the first time ever. Catch is, The Lunar Queen is looking to snatch up Prince Kai and Earth all for her self. There's also this scary disease that has affected and killed many of the residents. So, If you're looking for a good mixture of genres done well, then this is your book!
If you are procrastinating reading Cinder like I was, Then I'm telling you to drop what you are doing and READ THE IT. Do it, now.
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So lets start with my Waiting on Wednesday. I love doing this meme every Wednesday. "Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted @ Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're anticipating.
Rainbow Rowell continues to break boundaries with Carry On, an epic fantasy following the triumphs and heartaches of Simon and Baz from her beloved bestseller Fangirl.Simon Snow just wants to relax and savor his last year at the Watford School of Magicks, but no one will let him. His girlfriend broke up with him, his best friend is a pest, and his mentor keeps trying to hide him away in the mountains where maybe he’ll be safe.
Simon can’t even enjoy the fact that his roommate and longtime nemesis is missing, because he can’t stop worrying about the evil git. Plus there are ghosts. And vampires. And actual evil things trying to shut Simon down. When you’re the most powerful magician the world has ever known, you never get to relax and savor anything.
Carry On is a ghost story, a love story, a mystery and a melodrama. It has just as much kissing and talking as you’d expect from a Rainbow Rowell story — but far, far more monsters.
Truth time ya'll, while I might be absolutely fangirling (no pun intended) over Rainbow Rowells new book 'Carry On', It's a cold hard and horrible fact that I have not yet read Fangirl. *Ducks away from rotting tomatos*
Let me explain! I'm excited not because I have read the book but because Ms. Rainbow Rowell is the queen of books and everything that is lovely in this bookish world. Either way I will be reading Fangirl soon, so I might rejoice even more with you guys!
WHAT DO YOU GUYS THINK? HAVE YOU HEARD OF CARRY ON? LIKE THE COVER? EXCITED FOR IT TO COME OUT?
LEAVE ME YOUR WAITING ON WEDNESDAY'S POST IN THE COMMENT'S BELOW!
Some say that in the city of Orlyn, godhood is on sale to the highest bidder. Thousands flock to the city each year, hoping for a chance at immortality.Lydia Hastings is a knowledge sorcerer, capable of extracting information from anything she touches. When she travels to Orlyn to validate the claims of the local faith, she discovers a conspiracy that could could lead to a war between the world's three greatest powers.
At the focal point is a prisoner who bears a striking resemblance to the long-missing leader of the pantheon she worships.
Rescuing the prisoner would require risking her carefully cultivated cover - but his execution could mean the end of everything Lydia holds dear.
WOW. Honestly, Starting this book, I wasn't entirely sure if I would enjoy it. I'm so glad I push through a bit and finished reading it! This fantasy world is absolutely intriguing and I thought that the idea of these characters having specialized dominions was awesome. The world building in this story is well thought out,described, and its incredibly well written.
Both Taelien and Lydia are great examples of strong and likeable characters with good development. I absolutely loved that Lydia is this badass, super smart sorceress, I really liked reading in her perspective!
I think the only complaint I have is the lack of action.It's cool that they have these dominions that help them when they are in trouble but I feel like everything came to easy. There wasn't that doubt that something might happen to them. Other than that, I liked this book and hope the author continues writing more! So overall I give it 4 stars.
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Stacking the Shelves is a meme hosted by Tynga's Reviews where you show off books you're adding to your shelves.
The only good thing that comes with aging every year is birthday gifts. There. I said, I ain't ashamed. So for my birthday this year I got to shop at Bookoutlet and get as many books as I wanted, which I could have taken advantage of and put my dad into debt but with age comes responsibility, right? So I chose 5 books that I really wanted. (The copy of Attachments was given to me by my mama for my birthday :D )
Also don't forget to enter the giveaway from the "ONE THING STOLEN" blog tour stopped on the blog this week! Just click the baner below to enter:
That's all I bought this week, Hopefully you guys also had a good book week!
THANKS FOR STOPPING BY! LEAVE ME YOUR STACKING THE SHELVES IN THE COMMENTS!
Stacking the Shelves is a meme hosted by Tynga's Reviews where you show off books you're adding to your shelves; physical or virtual, borrowed or bought. Long time no see for this meme here on the blog. Exactly ONE YEAR since the last Stacking the Shelves XoX
Hello! It's me again! This time I'm super eager to share with you guys the new additions to my bookshelves. It's definitely been a good book buying/receiving week and one where I got my first signed book!
P.S. Some of these books might be a little bit busted but that's because I usually get them at the goodwill or second hand shop!
And just a little close up on the beautiful Blue lily, Lily Blue cover and the autograph (it came with a signed book plate that you are able to glue onto the book):
That's all I bought this week, Hopefully you guys also had a good book week!
THANKS FOR STOPPING BY! LEAVE ME YOUR STACKING THE SHELVES IN THE COMMENTS!
Remember WAY back when I was looking for a co-blogger? Well, my call was answered and I ended up with a very awesome blogger at my side. It's been a while since I've had a partner in this but I'm supper happy to have her here and revive the blog :) So please welcome her with huge hugs!!
Hey guys! I'm so excited to be co-blogging with Read-A-holicZ and I can't wait to meet some of you guys! Since we are going to be seeing each other for a while, I want to give you eleven facts about myself, so you get to know a bit better.
1. My nickname is Lulu
2. April 9th is my birthday
3. I'm a child size adult :D
4. Im a proud owner of a tiny blog (lulureads.blogspot.com)
5. I love to read YA, Adult fiction and Graphic novels.
6. Reading helps my anxiety, and also adds a bit of happiness to my life.
7. I'm in constant worry that one day my TBR while take over my room.
8. I have an obsession with getting special edition books.
9. My top three TV shows are Borgias, The Walking Dead and Game of Throne.
10. My favorite conversations involve books, tv shows and cute fictional couples.
11. I love meeting new people!
So, now that you know me, I want to know you! Let me know a fact about yourself!
Much love, Lulu
P.S. You can find me here, on goodreads and on my blog!
It's been such a long time since I hosted a giveaway on the blog but I'm holding one for this special occasion :3
I'll be giving away 2 BOOKS, OPEN INTERNATIONALLY, and will run from today MARCH 9th to APRIL 9th. 1 winner will get to pick TWO BOOKS!
ONE BOOK FROM THE RELEASED TITLES (left picture below) and ONE BOOK FROM THE YA PRE-ORDER TITLES (right picture below)
SPREAD THE WORD AND GRAB THE BUTTON!
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THAT'S IT! ENTER THE GIVEAWAY AND DON'T FORGET TO LEAVE SOME COMMENT LOVE FOR LULU TOO!!-LOVE YOU ALL ALWAYS, LISSETH ^3^
