Top Ten Tuesday #9

This week's topic is Top Ten Books I Think Would Make Great Book Club Picks

1. Graceling by Kristin Cashore. This is an amazing book that I think everyone should talk about.
2. Fire by Kristin Cashore.
3. Divergent by Veronica Roth.
4. The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater.
5. Legend by Marie Lu.
6. Across the Universe by Beth Revis.
7. Cinder by Marissa Meyer.
8. The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin.
9. Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi.
10. Blood Red Road by Moira Young.

It seems like every one of these topics will have the top ten of my favorite books.. But I am still doing this :D Considering since last time, I have a few new books to add :) Kind of.
What is on your list?

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My Wish for Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore

I really want Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore. I loved Graceling and Fire so so much, and I am dying to read Kristin's next book. I love her writing, and I love her story world. I am so excited for Bitterblue because it is the sequel to Graceling. And even though this isn't Katsa and Po's story anymore, I know I will love it just as much.

I'm writing this blog post because I wanted to ask if anyone has an ARC of Bitterblue they could give to me, or share with me, or sell to me. I live in Norway, and I would gladly pay shipping for it. I'm asking here on my blog because I know I won't get an ARC any other way.

I have sent an email to the publisher; but I don't think they will ship to Norway. (No one ever has.) And I can't seem to find any contest for Bitterblue. Not that I would win in one; since I never seem to win the prizes I want the most ;p

It would mean so much to me, if anyone has a copy of Bitterblue for me. It would make my year. I want Bitterblue more than I want any other book, and that kind of says a lot :)

My review of Graceling. My review of Fire. My international paperback giveaway of Graceling.

Review: Fire by Kristin Cashore

11/05 UPDATE: I have written a NEW perfect book recommendation for this book. Read it here.

I think I loved this book as much as I loved Graceling. Well, except for the fact that Fire had even less romance than Graceling did :p But oh. It didn't really need it. It is so so amazing all on its own.

This book has it all. It has an amazing plot, it has tons of action, and some romance, and it has amazing characters that you just can't help but fall in love with.

The plot in this book is amazing. I loved learning about the Dells. I loved the monsters. And I loved that Fire was a "human monster" :) Found it all to be so amazing. I loved what Fire could do.

I kind of hated the beginning of this book. I hate Immiker/Leck. Find him to be very sick and twisted. Don't like him at all. But, he does make interesting story ;) A very good villain. There were so many people in this book that I loved. I loved Fire. I loved Brigan. And I loved most if not all the guards.

I didn't really like Archer much, because of his history with Fire, but I do suppose he used to make a good friend. And he isn't really that bad, I just didn't like him very much ;p I also hated Fire's father. Even though he was dead in the book, I hated hearing about how he was.

I loved Prince Brigan; even though he didn't really leave a good first impression. Although, I still loved him then (A) He is extremely kind, and nice, and handsome, and smart, and just overall amazing. The same is Fire. She is strong. And oh, so amazing. Loved her. I also really loved a lot of the other characters; which I am sure you'll too once you read it ;)

I was, like with Graceling, disappointed in the lack of romance. There was romance, amazing romance, but it wasn't much. I just wanted more :) There was also a whole lot of more time jumps in Fire then there was in Graceling. Didn't care for it much, but still, it did make sense. Sort of :)

This book has made me want Bitterblue even more. And I am dying to read it. Hoping I might find/win an ARC of it :) So, so, so, so excited to read it. <3 Don't think I have the patience to wait until May.

Anyway, this book is amazing. And a must read if you have read Graceling. But even if you haven't, you could still just read this book. Although it is more amazing if you have read Graceling first ;)

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Did you enter my international giveaway of a paperback of Graceling by Kristin Cashore? <3 http://carinabooks.blogspot.com/2012/01/graceling-by-kristin-cashore-giveaway.html It ends 2/12.

In My Mailbox #16

This week I did not get as much as last week; but I did get many, many books :D And lots of awesome ones. <3 And, even though I can't really afford to, I ordered tons more :p Really must stop doing that (A)
What did you get this week?

A Millions Suns My second gorgeous hardcover of this book. <3 Loved it so much.
Red Glove Now have both these books :) Excited to read them. Seems amazing ;)
Abandon Pretty cover. <3 And it seems like an awesome book :D Excited to read it :)
Ink Exchange Won this from Christine Fonseca. <3 Seems like an great book ;)
Hallowed Got the first book last week :) Excited to read these. Such pretty covers. <3
Blood Red Road Another pretty paperback cover of this amazing book (A) So good.
Cinder I loved Cinder. And I just needed a pretty paperback copy. <3 So gorgeous :)
Feafever Have been wanting to get these books for a while now. They do seem so amazing ;)
The Guardian Legacy Prize Pack Won this from the author :D So pretty. <3 Psst, I have tons of these bookmarks, so if you want some, let me know :)

Shadowfever - Dreamfever - Bloodfever - Darkfever Have been wanting to get these books for a while now. They do seem so amazing ;)
Cinder Another pretty paperback cover. <3 Loved this book so much. Needed a few copies ;) Hih.
Half-Blood & Daimon These books do seem amazing. Everyone loves them :) Excited to read!
Harry Potter Hedwig Owl This is perfect! <3 No glue. And oh, so pretty :)
Dies Irae Bookmark Won these from Christine Fonseca. <3 Be sure to read her book when it's out ;)
The Fault in Our Stars Nervous about this book. Seems amazing, but also so sad. Can't wait to read it :)
Entwined This seems like an amazing book. And it has such a pretty cover. Excited to read it :)
Dust Lands This has no damages. <3 And it is so gorgeous. Love this book.
Before I Fall I kind of love Lauren, so I am excited to read this book :) It seems amazing.
How To Train Your Dragon 3D Blu-Ray I do not have a 3D TV, but I did not have this movie in Blu-Ray. <3 Such an amazing movie. So cute. A must watch :D

Vampire Academy - Frostbite - Shadow Kiss - Spirit Bound - Last Sacrifice I have finally bought this series. Hope it will be amazing :D Such pretty covers. <3 Still missing one; but it's coming soon :)
The Hobbit I still haven't read the LOTR books.. But love the movies :D Must start with this book ;)
The Book of Blood and Shadow I think this sounds like a great book; and such a pretty cover :)
Crescendo Pretty paperback. <3 Bought it because of the awesome special content in it :D
The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight Seems like a great book. Excited to read it :)
Graceling Paperback GORGEOUS! Needed a pretty paperback. <3 And oh. This looks so perfect.
Fire So so excited to read this book. <3 Starting it right now :) Loved Graceling so much.

Have you entered my INTERNATIONAL giveaway of a paperback copy of Graceling by Kristin Cashore? :) Enter HERE. 

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Waiting on Wednesday #15

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

REBEL HEART (Dustlands #2) BY MOIRA YOUNG

Goodreads Description:

The Tonton have been defeated. Lugh has been rescued.
The heartstone has brought Saba and Jack together
Now, Saba and her family head west to meet him and start a new life. All should be well.
But shadows of the dead are stalking Saba.
And another kind of shadow is creeping over the dustlands.
Then a messenger shows up.
With news of Jack.

AND ANOTHER SUMMARY:

Saba has rescued her kidnapped brother and defeated the fanatical Tonton. But the price to be paid for her violent victory is terible. Jack has disappeared - and can no longer be trusted. A new and formidable enemy is on the rise in the dustlands. No one i safe. And Saba must confront the terrible secret hidden in the darkest depths of her soul.

Hardcover
Expected publication: October 30th 2012 by Margaret K. McElderry
Pre-Order it here.

I am dying to read this book. <3 I loved Blood Red Road so so so much, and I can't wait to see what happens next. This one seems amazing. I blogged about that gorgeous book cover here. It doesn't come out until October 30th, BUT, it comes out in the UK on August 2nd! :D Meaning I get it then because I can pre-order it. <3 Have you read Blood Red Road?
What are you waiting for?

Review: Fracture by Megan Miranda

I don't know how to start this review. This was a very quick read. I both loved it, and hated it. I figure I can't write this review without spoilers, so beware if you haven't read it, and do not want to be spoiled :) Because I will spoil you with my review :p

I can start by saying that I loved the writing. And I loved the story. Found the characters to be kind of amazing, well, mostly just Decker (A) Loved him so much. I hated Troy. And Delaney's parents. Although I really shouldn't have. But I still did.

I kind of liked Delaney. Mostly. But she was kind of stupid, and I don't like that. But I did love having the book from her POV. And I did like what she could do. And I really liked the beginning of the book.

What I hated though, what I hated so extremely much, was that there wasn't really any love or romance in this book. It was all just sad. And I hate that. I hated that none of them admitted their feelings. And I hated that they both kissed other people. And were dating other people. That is just not something I could EVER like. Not even when the book was so amazing.

Which is why I am giving this book a four star. The story is worthy of a five star, but because of the drama with the romance, that was only worthy of a three star to me, personally. I was hoping the book would have been longer, because even though the last page was happy, it was only one page. Which to me, was not fair after all the pain. But that's just my opinion :)

Even so, this book is worth reading. It is a very fast read, and the story is really amazing. Except for that one part that I told about :)

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Teaser Tuesday #7

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read

• Open to a random page

• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
  
• BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!

• Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

Today my teaser is from Fracture by Megan Miranda :) I just started reading this book; and am already on page 71. I am so nervous. Because even though I know the ending, I also know some bad stuff about the middle of the book that I will hate.. But, I am loving it so far :D
What are you reading?

I pulled back and looked at him. My face was two inches, maybe three, from his own. 

I could just lift myself onto my toes and I'd be kissing him. I could just pull his face down 

to my own and his lips would be on mine. ~ page 67

Top Ten Tuesday #8

This week's topic is a Freebie / Books I Want To Re-Read 

1. Graceling by Kristin Cashore. Just read this; but want to read it again and again :D Loved it.
2. Legend by Marie Lu. It's been a few months since I read this, and really want to read it again :)
3. Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake. Such an amazing book! Really must read it again soon :)
4. Blood Red Road by Moira Young. Amazing book. Gonna re-read it very, very soon :)
5. Eve by Anna Carey. Loved this one. Really must re-read it soon :) So good.
6. Hereafter by Tara Hudson. I really loved this book. Excited to re-read it :D
7. The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting. This is an amazing series. Can't wait to re-read :)
8. The Iron King by Julie Kagawa. MUST re-read this series so I can finally read The Iron Knight :D
9. The Gathering by Kelley Armstrong. An amazing book; must re-read before the sequel is out ;)
10. The Mortal Instruments by Cassandre Clare. I must dare to re-read these books. City of Fallen Angels ended so bad I have been afraid to re-read them all ;p But going to soon :D

I wanted to do this weeks top ten. Considering it is a Freebie and I could choose a topic that has been before :D So I choose the Top Ten Books I Want To Re-Read. Well, I want to re-read all books I have read, but I am going to list 10 :) I did not include Divergent & The Scorpio Races & Mara Dyer & Shatter Me & Cinder & The Pledge & Hourglass because those I are very obvious that I want to re-read :)
What is on your list?

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Graceling by Kristin Cashore Giveaway!

Since I loved Graceling so so so much, I have decided to give away a paperback copy of it :) This is also my first try at Rafflecopter. This giveaway is open to everyone who can get books from book depo :)
The only requirement is that you follow me via GFC. There is a few extra entries, as well ;)

Book Depository. Goodreads. My Review.

Katsa has been able to kill a man with her bare hands since she was eight—she’s a Graceling, one of the rare people in her land born with an extreme skill. As niece of the king, she should be able to live a life of privilege, but Graced as she is with killing, she is forced to work as the king’s thug.     When she first meets Prince Po, Graced with combat skills, Katsa has no hint of how her life is about to change. She never expects to become Po’s friend. She never expects to learn a new truth about her own Grace—or about a terrible secret that lies hidden far away . . . a secret that could destroy all seven kingdoms with words alone.      With elegant, evocative prose and a cast of unforgettable characters, debut author Kristin Cashore creates a mesmerizing world, a death-defying adventure, and a heart-racing romance that will consume you, hold you captive, and leave you wanting more.

Review: Dark Inside by Jeyn Roberts

I had been looking forward to reading this book for some weeks now. I am quite sad with how much it disappointed me :\ I wasn't sure what star to give it. The story is worth a 3.5, but for me, the writing is only a 2.5..

I get why many people love this book, and if I hadn't been so obsessed with good writing I would have loved it too. I liked the plot. Found it to be great. I also liked that there were so many different POVs. Was a bit worried at first, but I really liked that.

We got to know the story of a lot of people. And I enjoyed that. Although it didn't really "close" at the ending of the book; I felt there could have been a hundred pages more. So that is good about the book. The plot is kind of amazing, and the characters were likable. Sort of.

There wasn't any romance, which I kind of disliked. Although there was a few tiny romances, they didn't make me feel anything. But that might be because of how terrible I thought the writing was. You would like this book if you don't mind bad writing.

But oh, I can't stand it. I kind of hated the writing. It wasn't good. It didn't seem.. real. It didn't make me feel anything. And it made it hard for me to keep reading :\ But still, it is a good book. Mostly. If you are able to stand the writing :)

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In My Mailbox #15

Gots lots of awesome stuff this week! :D I thought I went crazy ordering so many books last week, but oh, this week I ordered even more :p Those are coming soon, I think ;) But oh, I got lots of awesome books this week :D And I am so happy with them all. <3 Well, except for a few damaged ones.
What did you get this week?

 

Bloodrose Well, I got this because I have the first two. Not sure if I'm gonna read them afterall :p
Cinder Got a second copy. <3 Loved this book so so much. So I needed at least two :)
Beautiful Creatures I won this, because I think it will be awesome :D Excited to read it :)
Forgotten I loved this book, and wanted a pretty paperback, but it is very damaged :( So sad.
Graceling I LOVED THIS BOOK! So amazing. A must get for everyone. Pretty cover :D
Shift Got the first book last week, now have them both ;)
The Scorpio Races Audiobook My first audiobook. <3 Bought this because of how amazing the book is :)
Harry Potter Calendar Pretty calendar :D Got this one since I realized I didn't have any HP calendars o.O
Harry Potter Owl This is so pretty. But a bit damaged inside, so getting a new one :)

 

The Pledge Swag and The Body Finder Swag. <3 The best pack I have gotten. So, so, so awesome and so pretty. I just love it all! <3 :)

 

White Cat These books seems kind of awesome. Have been a bit worried, but am gonna try them :D
Dark Inside I think this seems like an amazing book. Can't wait to read it. My next read ;)
Fracture This seem like a great book; I can't wait to read it :D Pretty cover :)
Dark Eden This also seems like an amazing book. Excited to read it :)
The Water Horse I did not own this movie. But it is an amazing movie, and now I have it :D
Beautiful Chaos and Beautiful Darkness Needed the next books since I have the first (A)
Ironside I have only read the first book, and now I wanted the next ones as well ;) Seems great.
Tithe I loved this book. So I wanted to own it :) Bit disappointed with the cover; not the one I wanted :\
Dirty Dancing CD Well, I love Dirty Dancing, and I really wanted the CD :D
Legend I bought this because I wanted another hardback, but it turned out to be a paperback :D Love it.
0.4 Bought this one on sale, and it does sound kind of interesting :D
I Am Number Four Loved this book and wanted a movie-tie-in :D It is so pretty (A)
Harry Potter Pretty edition of the first Harry Potter book :) It looks gorgeous.
Sherlock Season 1 Everyone seems to love this series. So I wanted it as well ;)

Across the Universe Paperback So so pretty. <3 Didn't have this copy of the book (A)
Valiant Like I said; needed them all :D Although, I am hating this cover even more. Not pretty :(
Angry Birds Plush Bought this one on sale. Have a few other Angry Birds plush, and this is adorable :D
Angry Birds Lunch Box Bought on sale. Loves it. But it is a whole lot bigger than I thought it would be ;p

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Review: Graceling by Kristin Cashore

11/04 UPDATE: I have written a NEW perfect book recommendation for this book. Read it here. 

I have so many emotions right now. Love. Sadness. Happiness. I am mosly happy. I LOVED this book :) And oh, I want more. So, so much more. Can't wait to read Fire and Bitterblue :) Although I wish more of Katsa and Po the most. Loved them.

I loved the plot in this book. I loved the 'gifts' people have, and everything about them. I loved the way the book started, found it to be amazing. I loved that the book was from Katsa's POV, all the way through, and I loved the writing. Such good writing.

Katsa was amazing. So brave, kind, loving and strong. Although she may not seem so to others, or at all in the beginning. But she is. She really is. I hated Randa. So extremely much. Kind of happy with how that ended. I also never liked Giddon. Glad he wasn't much in the book :)

But oh, I kind of loved Raffin. He was adorable :) And so kind. Also liked many of the other characters, but don't want to list them all (A) Hih.

I loved Po the most. As I tend to do. He was so handsome, and kind, and strong, and just everything. He may have lied a bit in the beginning, but I so understood that. Po is an amazing character. And oh, I just want so much more about him. <3

I liked the Seven Kingdoms. Even though most of them were screwed up. I just liked the way everything was. Loved all the travelling they did, and I never found the book to be boring.

And oh, the romance. There were romance. First there was friendship, and I loved the friendship, but I loved the romance more. <3 Although there wasn't really much romance. But I loved what there was of it. <3 So amazing.

And now I am going to share some SPOILERY thoughts. So if you have NOT read the book, then you really should not read what I write next :) You should just buy the book and read it. <3 A MUST read.

I kind of really loved it when they found Bitterblue. She was adorable. But also kind of felt like she was in the way (A) A tiny bit. But I didn't mind so much. But oh. I HATED it when Po got injured, and then they left him. That was so damn sad.

And then so so so so so much time passed :( I hate it when time passes. Especially when we don't even know if Po is alright or alive. But then again, I understand why so much time had to pass. Considering it kind of does take forever to travel :p Still don't like it though.

And when they finally went back to Po, he was so.. hurt. And unhappy. I hated it. I love Po so much, and damn, that hurt. I hated that he lost his sight. But because of his Grace, I could forgive it. But oh, it must have been so hard for him to be all alone as well as blind :( Damn. I am just way too sad :p Although, the book did end happy.

But I just wish there was more. I need more Po. And more Katsa. But I only want them together :p Anyway, this is a must read book :) So amazingly good. So glad that I read it. <3

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UPDATE: Did you enter my international giveaway of a paperback of Graceling by Kristin Cashore? <3 http://carinabooks.blogspot.com/2012/01/graceling-by-kristin-cashore-giveaway.html It ends 2/12.

Waiting on Wednesday #14

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

THE WAY WE FALL BY MEGAN CREWE

Goodreads Description:

It starts with an itch you just can't shake. Then comes a fever and a tickle in your throat. A few days later, you'll be blabbing your secrets and chatting with strangers like they’re old friends. Three more, and the paranoid hallucinations kick in.

And then you're dead.

When a deadly virus begins to sweep through sixteen-year-old Kaelyn’s community, the government quarantines her island—no one can leave, and no one can come back.

Those still healthy must fight for dwindling supplies, or lose all chance of survival. As everything familiar comes crashing down, Kaelyn joins forces with a former rival and discovers a new love in the midst of heartbreak. When the virus starts to rob her of friends and family, she clings to the belief that there must be a way to save the people she holds dearest.

Because how will she go on if there isn't?

Megan Crewe crafts a powerful and gripping exploration of self-preservation, first love, and hope. Poignant and dizzying, this heart-wrenching story of one girl’s bravery and unbeatable spirit will leave readers fervently awaiting the next book in this standout new series. 

Hardcover, 304 pages
Expected publication: January 24th 2012 by Disney-Hyperion
Pre-Order it here.

I haven't seen that many people who are excited for this book, and I don't know why. I think it sounds amazing! :D Pre-ordered it a while ago, and I can't wait to get it :) It really sounds like I book I would like. Can't wait to see if I'm right :)
What are you waiting for?

Teaser Tuesday #6

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read

• Open to a random page

• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
  
• BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!

• Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

I know it's been a very, very long time since I had a Teaser Tuesday post up,and my only excuse for that is because I haven't been reading anything on Tuesdays (A) Didn't read much over the holidays, and in January I just waited for A Million Suns to come out :) I am not sure if this book count for a teaser tuesday, considering I started and finished it yesterday. But my teaser today is from The Replacement by Brenna Yovanoff :) (My review is here.) What are you reading?

"What are you doing here?" I said. "I gave you what you wanted, so quit harassing Emma."

And another one. 

I pulled her closer, holding her so her head was tucked under my chin. "I'm not normal, Tate."

Top Ten Tuesday #7

This week's topic is Top Ten Books I'd Recommend To Someone Who Doesn't Read YA

1. Divergent by Veronica Roth. Because it is the best book ever. A must read for everyone.

2. The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater. This book you just must read. Loved it so much.

3. The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin. This one is just awesome. Noah. <3

4. Cinder by Marissa Meyer. This one is amazing. A must read. Can't wait for the next ones :)

5. The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare. Must read books. Just a must for everyone.

6. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. This series is amazing. Must read.

7. Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi. This is just such an amazing book. Definitely a must read :)

8. Across the Universe by Beth Revis. Loved that this was in space :) Amazing book.

9. Legend by Marie Lu. Amazing book, action, love, death, it has it all. Must read.

10. The Pledge by Kimberly Derting. Such an amazing book. A must read. <3

Yeah. I wasn't sure which topic I should choose, so I just went with YA :) This list is going to be a lot like my Top Ten books I have read. Oh well. It is an awesome list, at least ;) Although it did not have room for all the books that I love. But I did include 10 of the important ones :) I'm not sure I am going to continue with Top Ten Tuesdays, because many of the next topics aren't really for me. But I will still do them if I feel like it :) What is on your list?

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Review: The Replacement by Brenna Yovanoff

I have wanted to read this book for a long time. But I have been a bit unsure about it. But then in December, I read Brenna's second book; The Space Between. And I really liked that one. So today I finally started this book. I was not supposed to finish it right away, but I could not stop reading.

It is amazing. I loved the writing, and I love that the whole book is from a guy's POV. Or rather, Mackie. I really enjoyed it. It was exciting from beginning to end, something was always happening. I loved all the characters, every single one. Especially his sister, Emma :)

Mackie is a great leading character, and I loved him. He is a bit.. special. But oh, I loved loved loved that about him. It just made it all so much better. He is also kind, and loving, and funny. And very lovable.

The plot is kind of amazing. I loved everything about it. Don't want to say much, because that would be a bit spoilery, but I enjoyed it all :) Found it to be very interesting, and kind of very belivable. Which I don't always do while reading books.

One of the bad guys, The Lady, made me picture the blind witch in Hansel and Gretel; the Once Upon A Time edition that aired last night. Which made it all so much better ;)

I don't have a whole lot to say about this book, other than the fact that it is amazing. And a must read. I was a bit sceptic because of the summary, but it so so so much better that I thought it would be. <3

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Review: A Million Suns by Beth Revis

01/12/13 UPDATE: I have written a new perfect book recommendation for this book. Read it here.

I loved this book. It was amazing, but I still kind of thought that Across the Universe was better (A) But that is for a very obvious reason, that many people probably don't share :) The romance.

A Million Suns started three months after Across the Universe finished. I kind of don't like time jumps, but this wasn't so bad. Mostly. The plot is still amazing; I just love everything about it. I love the ship, and a few of the people, mostly just Elder and Amy. But that is enough for me :)

I kind of hated all the hate towards Elder as the Leader in this book. Although I do understand it. But I wish it wasn't so. Also wish they would just drug them all again :D Even if that is mean and whatever. Things would be so much easier with Phydus.

I loved the clue hunt they were on, found it very exciting. I also kind of like Orion. And I don't totally understand why Amy hates him sooo much. But we'll see in book three :) Although, I do hate him as well. Just not that much.

There were a lot of deaths in this book. Many people who deserved to die, but also so many who didn't. Also, the murderer was a huge mystery. I kind of suspected the person who did it, but I had another person as my first suspect ;p

We learn a lot more of other characters in this book, which I also kind of liked. This book also made me love Elder so much more. He is even pant less! :D Which was a very good thing in the book. Wish it was more scenes like that. But oh, Elder got hurt a lot in this book. Most physically, which really sucked :\

The mystery about the ship is very big in this book, and I liked how it all turned out. But oh, the cliffhanger is huge. But I am so so so excited for book 3, Shades of Earth :D

I loved that Amy finally told Elder what happened to her in Across the Universe. But oh, it took a long long long time before she did :p And I felt that it didn't focus much on it, not as much as I had hoped. But then, there wasn't really time for it. I really wish to know who did the murder, though :)

There was this one thing I hated. Which you should NOT READ if you don't want SPOILERS. This book had even less romance than the first one. Even though there was a lot more love in this one. I hated the last few pages. Where they had an argument, and then Amy says they can't be together or whatever. I don't understand why she feels so strongly about it. And either way, she should feel more strongly for Elder than for that issue. It just.. felt so damn selfish. And I hated that :p But, I have a tiny hope. Since Beth told me some weeks ago that book 1 is about Hope and book 2 is about Faith and book 3 is Love. And oh, I just hope there will be love in book 3. From the beginning, not just in the end.. :)

Anyway, this was an amazing book, and if you haven't read it yet, do so! :)

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In My Mailbox #14

Got lots of books this week. <3 Even more coming next week :D I love getting books. And I have now finally gotten a bookshelf for them all :) Although two more are coming in about a month ;p
What did you get this week?

 

Ashes This seems like a great book. Now I can finally read it :)
Soul Screamers Have wanted to read these books for a while, so this set is a good start :)
The Goddess Test Seems like an awesome book. Can't wait to read it :D
1-2-3 How To Train Your Dragon Books These are too cute. I just needed them :D Loved the movie.
Across the Universe Well, I needed a pretty copy that I wouldn't read :D So gorgeous.
Eve Paperback Loved this book. Needed a paperback as well as my hardcover :)
The Yellow Handkerchief This is an awesome movie, I had to get it from US since Norway don't have it :)
Shade Getting the second book as well :D Seems like great books ;)
Blood Red Road New paperback edition :) So pretty. <3 But damaged, so getting a new one.
Breaking Dawn Postcards Gorgeous postcards I bought from a Norwegian site :D
A Million Suns It finally arrived! So excited to read this book :D Starting it today :) <3
Unearthly Bought both these books; they seem interesting :)
Finding Nemo Buttons These are gorgeous :D
Anna Dressed in Blood bookmarks! OMG! :D These are so pretty and so amazing. Got them from Kendare after I asked her on twitter if she had any bookmarks :) I love them. So, so, so much. <3

In My Mailbox is an amazing weekly meme made by The Story Siren :)

Cover Reveal: Rebel Heart by Moira Young

Oh my god! Isn't it just.. gorgeous? <3 AND SO HOT! It better be Jack on the cover. <3 And I think it is ;) I am dying to read this book. I loved Blood Red Road, the first book in this series, and oh, I am so excited to find out what happens next. There is also a small SPOILERY summary for the book down below :) A bit sad that I have to wait until OCTOBER before I get to read it :\ But oh, it will be worth the wait. <3 Have you read Blood Red Road? What do you think of this cover? :D

The Tonton have been defeated. Lugh has been rescued.
The heartstone has brought Saba and Jack together
Now, Saba and her family head west to meet him and start a new life. All should be well.
But shadows of the dead are stalking Saba.
And another kind of shadow is creeping over the dustlands.
Then a messenger shows up.
With news of Jack.

Blood Red Road. Rebel Heart. Moira Young. Via MTV.
My review.

Waiting on Wednesday #13

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

ARTICLE 5 BY KRISTEN SIMMONS

Goodreads Description:

New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., have been abandoned.

The Bill of Rights has been revoked, and replaced with the Moral Statutes.

There are no more police—instead, there are soldiers. There are no more fines for bad behavior—instead, there are arrests, trials, and maybe worse. People who get arrested usually don't come back.

Seventeen-year-old Ember Miller is old enough to remember that things weren’t always this way. Living with her rebellious single mother, it’s hard for her to forget that people weren’t always arrested for reading the wrong books or staying out after dark. It’s hard to forget that life in the United States used to be different.

Ember has perfected the art of keeping a low profile. She knows how to get the things she needs, like food stamps and hand-me-down clothes, and how to pass the random home inspections by the military. Her life is as close to peaceful as circumstances allow.

That is, until her mother is arrested for noncompliance with Article 5 of the Moral Statutes. And one of the arresting officers is none other than Chase Jennings…the only boy Ember has ever loved.

Hardcover, 368 pages

Expected publication: January 31st 2012 by Tor Teen (first published January 13th 2012)

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I can't wait for this book. I love Dystopia, and this book seems amazing! :) Pretty cover, amazing summary, and maybe some Romance. Just my kind of book :D I hope, at least ;) Glad I don't have to wait so long for it though. I hate waiting forever for things I want.
What are you waiting for?

Top Ten Tuesday #6

This week's topic is Top Ten Authors I Wish Would Write Another Book

1. Maggie Stiefvater. Wish she would write a sequel to The Scorpio Races :)
2. Myra McEntire. Wish she would write another book from Emerson's POV.
3. Jo Treggiari. Wish she would write a sequel to Ashes, Ashes :)
4. Brenna Yovanoff. Wish she would write a sequel to The Space Between :)
5. Cat Patrick. Wish she would write a sequel to Forgotten :)
6. Claudia Gray. Wish she would write a sequel to Fateful :)
7. Victoria Scwhab. Wish she would write a sequel to The Near Witch :)
8. J. Gabriel Gates. Wish he would write a sequel to The Sleepwalkers :)
9. Randy Russell. Wish he would write a sequel to Dead Rules :)
10. Stephenie Meyer. Just wish she would finish Midnight Sun already.

Oh, this was a very hard topic. Haven't read many stand alones (A) But I have read a few :D So listing those ;) Although not all are debut authors. Most have written other books :) These are authors I wish would write sequels to a book they have published that I liked/loved.
What authors are on your list?

Top Ten Tuesdays is a weekly meme held by The Broke and the Bookish :)

Review: Under the Never Sky by Veronica Rossi

01/01/13 UPDATE: I have written a new perfect book recommendation for this book. Read it here.

I'm not sure how to describe this book. It didn't start well for me, for the first 120+ pages I had trouble concentrating; found the writing to not be so good even though the story was great. But then things started changing, everything got so much more exciting and I didn't see any flaws in the writing anymore.

I just could not stop reading after that point. And I am so so glad I got this book, and that I didn't stop when I felt things were hard to get past. It was all worth it.

I loved the story in this book. I loved everything about how the earth was, and how the people were. I loved the Aether. Even though it was creepy and scary, I found it to also be amazing. Didn't really like the Smarteyes, but it would've been awesome to have one ;)

I really liked Aria. Wasn't sure about her at first, but she is awesome! :) I loved Perry. Didn't really like the way/place where he lived, but I do suppose it was the only way ;p Perry was a very strong and kind and loving person. And oh, I just adore him. Loved the way he loved his nephew. And I hope we get more of that in the next book :)

The book had so much stuff happening at all times, and I loved it all. Well, except for some parts with Roar. I kind of really hate it when the girl laughs and talks with another guy than the love interest :p But then, that may just be me ;p I did like Roar. Sort of. Mostly. I loved Cinder :D And I hope he has a bigger part in the next book.

I don't want to say too much, because I want you to experience it yourself. This is an amazing book.

There is this one thing I hated though, the end. Well, I mostly loved the ending, the last few sentences, but I hated that months had pasted. I really hate it when time moves :p But other than that, I loved it :D This is a book worth reading, and I cannot wait for the next one :) 

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In My Mailbox #13

Lots of books this week :D Even more next week, though. Went a bit overboard while shopping at the book depo (A) Oh well. I do love getting books :D Even though my mother says I can't get any more :p
What did you get this week?

Clockwork Prince Exclusive Edition Well, it has Will's love letter :D A must have. <3
Cinder Such a pretty cover, and I loved loved loved loved this book. A must read.
Under the Never Sky Reading this one now, will review it very soon :D
Across the Universe Postcard Not the best picture, but a very pretty postcard from Beth's contest :D
Envy Finally got this. Was supposed to get it for Christmas, but it was damaged. Can't wait to read :)
Haven Seems like an awesome book, and this paperback edition had lots of extras ;)
Carrier of the Mark This seems like a great book, and I can't wait to read it :)
The Lion King Deluxe CD Hih, I just needed this. <3
Also got a True Blood CD which I didn't take a picture of :)

In My Mailbox is an amazing weekly meme made by The Story Siren :)

Review: Cinder by Marissa Meyer

04/09 UPDATE: I have written a NEW perfect book recommendation for this book. Read it here. 

Oh my god. I loved this book. I am not sure what other way to put it; it is just so so amazing. And a must read. A must. The story is so easy to fall in love with, kind of like Cinderella, only better (A) And much more.. creepy.

I loved Cinder. Wasn't sure at first, with her not being entirely human, but I loved her even still. She was amazing. Strong, which she had to be, living with those horrible people. But she was also kind, and loving. And funny. A perfect leading character :)

Prince Kai I fell in love with right away. I loved that we got a few chapters from his POV, although I do wish there had been more. Loved everything about him. Although I was kind of mad at him near the end. A little bit. But he is so kind, and caring, and good looking ;D

I also really loved Iko and Peony. But sigh. Sad and mad about what happened to them.. But they are amazing characters :D I wasn't sure at first if I liked the doctor, but near the end I decided that I did. He wasn't so bad. But oh, I hated Adri and Pearl. Such evil people. Which you will see for yourself when you read it ;)

I loved the world it was set in. Fell in love with it easily and quite fast. Don't want to say too much, because that would be spoilery. I just really loved everything about the place, and I loved (almost) everything that happened. I hated the.. uhm, evil Queen. Which I won't talk about, because of spoilers. But yeah, she is evil. So evil.

The plot is amazing. And I can not wait to figure out what will happen next. It ended on kind of a huge cliffhanger, which I hate, but it did leave me wanting for more ;) Just sad it is still a whole year until the next one :p I hate waiting.

Only downside: Wish it was longer. Also wished there were more romance :D There was some, and lots of cute flirting, but oh, I wish wish wish there would have been more. There must be more in the next book. Right? Oh please, let there be :) This book had no triangle, and there better not be one later on :p Hih.

Anyway, this book is a must read, and you better buy it! :)
<3 you won't regret it.

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Cover Reveal: City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare

I love this. I LOVE THIS COVER. So, so much. Has known for a long time that Jace and Clary would be on a cover together, and was sure this was it ;) I was right! :D I love Cassie's books, and I am dying to read CoLS. PS: You can also read the Prologue of City of Lost Souls HERE :) Don't you just love the cover?

Goodreads. Cassandra Clare.

Waiting on Wednesday #12

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

REVIVED BY CAT PATRICK

Goodreads Description:

As a little girl, Daisy Appleby was killed in a school bus crash. Moments after the accident, she was brought back to life.

A secret government agency has developed a drug called Revive that can bring people back from the dead, and Daisy Appleby, a test subject, has been Revived five times in fifteen years. Daisy takes extraordinary risks, knowing that she can beat death, but each new death also means a new name, a new city, and a new life. When she meets Matt McKean, Daisy begins to question the moral implications of Revive, and as she discovers the agency’s true goals, she realizes she’s at the center of something much larger — and more sinister — than she ever imagined.

Hardcover, 352 pages

Expected publication: May 8th 2012 by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

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This seems like an amazing book! And I can't wait to get to read it :) I really liked the author's first book; Forgotten. Liked the writing and the story. Hoping this book will be better, though :D And oh, have you seen that beautiful cover? <3
What are you waiting for?

Cover Reveal: Insurgent by Veronica Roth (UK Edition)

This is a very pretty cover. Fits with the new UK cover of Divergent ;) Still loving the US covers the most, but oh, I am getting copies of these :D

UK Edition of Divergent.

 And both US Editions :D

They are gorgeous. Do you like them?
Divergent. Insurgent. Veronica Roth.