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Monday, March 29, 2010

Must Monday

I am going to give Must Monday a try......

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Runaway

Meg Cabot

Scholastic Inc.

Release Date: April 20, 2010

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I am not receivng compensation for promoting this book.

Why: I absolutely love this series, and I nearly died when I got to the end of Being Nikki and saw that there was going to be more. The wait has been excruciating, but it will be worth it. After Airhead, I was not sure where Being Nikki could go, but I was pleasantly surprised. I loved that Em was beginning to actually be Nikki, but a better version. I cannot wait to see where Runaway takes her. Only a few more weeks of waiting!!!

Saturday, March 27, 2010

My Soul To Take

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My Soul To Take

Rachel Vincent

Harlequin Teen

$9.99 U.S.

FTC: I borrowed this book from a friend who purchased it.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:


She doesn't see dead people, but…

She senses when someone near her is about to die. And when that happens, a force beyond her control compels her to scream bloody murder. Literally.

Kaylee just wants to enjoy having caught the attention of the hottest guy in school. But a normal date is hard to come by when Nash seems to know more about her need to scream than she does. And when classmates start dropping dead for no apparent reason, only Kaylee knows who'll be next…

My Thoughts:

It has been awhile since I read this book, and for some reason I kept putting the review off. However, when I read the book I was barely able to put it down. I absolutely loved My Soul to Take. The book was interesting, as well as unique. Kaylee was an average girl, she wasn't super popular, or the hottest girl in school she was normal.... besides the screaming. I loved how everything worked in the book, the plot flowed amazingly. I also had a huge crush on Nash (who I picture looking like Chace Crawford!). He was an amazing character, what more could a girl ask for. This book, had suspense, mystery, romance, and even some adventure.

Recommendations: Anyone looking for a new spin on paranormal.

Grade: A

Age: 15 and up

Spring Break Day 7

Day 7: Today is the final day of Spring Break, I will be heading home from the beach to join the real world again....



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The Last Song


Nicholas Sparks


$7.99 U.S.


Grand Central Publishing


FTC: I am not receivng compensation for promoting this book.


Why:


I really really want to see this movie so I decided I had to read the book. The setting is Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Once I picked up the book I knew it was one I would like. I am so stoked to read this book, and then being able to see the movie. It will be a perfect close to my spring break.




Spring Break... I will miss you!

Friday, March 26, 2010

Spring Break Day 6

Day 6: I am not quite sure what I will be doing today, but I hope it involves the me, the beach, the sun, and a sweet book....

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Sweet Little Lies

Lauren Conrad

HarperTeen

$17.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

Ftc: I am not receivng compensation for promoting this book.

Why: L.A. a perfect place for sunshine and beaches. I have been waiting to read this book forever!!!!! I cannot wait to see what will happen to Jane and Scarlett as L.A. Candy takes off, and they are thrown into the spot light. This makes for a perfect spring break light read.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Spring Break Day 5

Day 5: I am heading to the beach today, and am in the mood for a little lie...

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Hearltess

Sara Shepard

HarperTeen

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I am not receiving compensation for promoting this book.

Why: I was a skeptic when I first entered Rosewood, PA. I am now absolutely in love with these books! I love how the town plays into all the events that go on. I cannot wait to see what is in store for the girls in this book. I am just glad I will be sitting in a cabin reading while they experience all of this!

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Spring Break Day 4

Day 4: Today I depart from Forks,we will be traveling along the WA coastline... The trip will take close to 7 hours, but will be worth everyminute of the drive since we can play "spot the county"!

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Girl at Sea

Maureen Johnson

HarperTeen

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I am not receivng any compensation for promoting this book.

Why:

Girl at Sea.... Driving down the coastline. It just seemed to fit. I also chose this book because the plot takes place in the Mediterranean. I love reading books with warm settings. It takes me away from the dreary west coast and transplants me somewhere sunny and warm! I cannot waut to read this book.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Spring Break Day 3

Day 3: I cannot exactly remember what all is going on today, but I believe it involves Forks and La Push, maybe Port Angeles...

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Angelology

Danielle Trussoni

Penguin Group

$27.95 U.S. (Hardocver)

FTC: I am not receivng compensation for promoting this book.

Why:

First off, yes this is an adult book. Big Shocker for me! I chose this book because it looked like an intriguing story. It also takes place in New York City as well as a few other fancy towns. The main reason I chose this book for the trip is for its paranormal plot. What better time than spring break to stray from the normal and read an adult book, a paranormal one at that!!!

Monday, March 22, 2010

Spring Break Day 2

Day 2: On my agenda for the day is an eventful drive from Keizer, OR to another little known town called Sequim, WA.

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Suite Scarlett

Maureen Johnson

Scholastic Inc.

$16.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

FTC: I am not receiving any compensation for promoting this book.

Why:

New York City!!!! A place I wish I could go on my spring break, but sadly cannot. I chose this book because it revolves around a hotel. Thinking of hotels makes me think of traveling. This book then seemed a logical fit for my spring break trip!!!

Sunday, March 21, 2010

Spring Break Day 1

Dear Readers of my blog,
Today marks the beginning of a beautiful work and school free Spring Break. Instead if sticking to the traditional blog week, I am going to spice it up. I have chosen 7 books that I want to read this Spring Break and am going to dedicate a day to each of them. These books offer much more than a catchy plot, they also offer a great setting. Since Spring Break is about traveling I plan to do a little traveling with the books I read....

Day 1:

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Lust

Robin Wasserman

Simon and Schuster

$9.99 U.S.

FTC: I am not receiving anything for promoting this book.

Why:

Lust takes place in a small town, Grace, California. Small towns are always fun to visit during spring break. Along with reading Lust I pln on visiting the tiny, yet rcently popular, town of Forks, Washington. The whole point of this book is in the title... Lust. What is better than relaxing and reading about other people's problems!

Saturday, March 20, 2010

Getting Revenge on Lauren Wood

I am starting this up again, because the alphabet does not end at "F"

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Getting Revenge on Lauren Wood

Eileen Cook

Simon and Schuster

$15.99 U.S. (Hardback)

FTC: I am not receiving compensation for promoting this book.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

In the final weeks of eighth grade, Lauren Wood made a choice. She betrayed her best firend, Helen, in a manner so publicly humiliating that Helen had to move to a new town just to save face. Ditching Helen was worth it though, because Lauren started High School as one of the It Girls-- and now, at the start of her senior year, she's the cheerleading captain, the quarterback's girlfriend, and the undisputed queen bee. Lauren has everything she's ever wanted, ad she's forgotten all about her ex-best friend. But Helen could never forget Lauren. After three years of obsessing, she's moving back to her old town. She has a new name, and a new look, but she hasn't dropped her old grudges. She has a detailed plan to take down her former BFF, by taking away everything that's ever been important to Lauren--starting with her boyfriend. Watch out Lauren Wood, things are about to get bitchy.

Why:

I absolutely am in love with the cover of this book. The bright yellow draws you in right away. The barbie with a knife in her back isn't bad either. Looking at the cover I thought about The Pretty Little Liars series which I absolutly loved. A little revenge story is always good to read, and this one just looks like fun. The last sentence makes the whole synopsis. I cannot wait to read this book!

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Linger

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Linger

Maggie Stiefvater

Scholastic Press

Release Date: July 1, 2010

FTC: I am reviewing this book for a friend who receivied it from a publisher. I am not receiving compensation and am providing an honest review.

From the Back of the Book:

Their eyes, human eyes in wolf skulls,

remind me of water: the clear blue of

water reflecting the spring sky, the brown

of a brook churning with rainfall, the

green of the lake in summer as the algae

begins to bloom, the gray of a snow-choked

river. It used to be only Sam's yellow eyes

that watched me from between the rain-

soaked birches, but now I feel the weight

of the entire pack's gaze. The weight of

things known, things unsaid.

My Thoughts:

Wow, I do not even know where to begin. Linger went above and beyond all the expectations I had of it. The dynamic change between Shiver and Linger was palpable. In Linger we delve deeper into the characters of Sam, Grace, and Isabel. We are also introduced to a new character Cole. The addition of Cole to the story creates new drama as well a darker edge. In Linger Grace begins to grow as a character. She finally has Sam and when circumstances threaten to take him away the once obedient Grace is willing to defy all the rules just to be with him. After finding a cure Sam is now permanently a human, and has gotten his wish to stay with Grace always, or so he thinks. In Linger we seem him grow as a musician, but also an individual. I fell in love with Grace and Sam in Shiver and was blown away by the new twists that Maggie was able to bring into their relationship in this book. I loved the way they grew together. I was surprised when I saw tha Isabel would be returning in Linger, but again my expectations were surpassed. She added something to the book, her honestness and leadership made for a great charcter. I loved that her and Grace are friends. The final character, Cole, was my favorite throughout the book. When I first began reading I was unsure of how to feel about him, but he grew on me as I contiued on especially at the end. The characters were so well thought out and created that I was with them each time I turned the page. The book grew as I read it, the story thickened with each chapter. By the end of the book I barely knew what to think. I was blown away. I absolutely loved Linger and cannot wait to see what will happen in the next book. Maggie did an amazing job of following up Shiver. I could not have asked for more.

Recommendations: Everyone! There are so many elements composed in this book, which makes me think it has something for everybody.

Grade: A+ (By far one of the best books I have read!)

Age: 15 and up

Quote: "Surrounded by wolves, I sat on the forest floow as the sun sank in the sky and the shadows of the pines grew, and I wondered how much time I had." ~ Grace

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Waiting on Wednesday

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Burned

P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast

St. Martin's Press

Release Date: April 27, 2010

$17.99 U.S. Hardcover

FTC: I am not receiving compensation for promoting this book.

Why????

When I first started reading this series I was not so sure, but after finishing the first book I had to move on in the series. Zoe is an amazing female character who shows that she can handle her own battles. The combination of vampyres and neferet make for a captivating story. The cover of this book catches me right away for two reasons: 1st Zoe is not Blonde so I am forced to guess and wonder who the character is and 2nd it kind of looks like Taylor Swift so I did a double take. I cannot wait to seewhat will happen in the seventh book of the series.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

The Body Finder, The Return: Shadow Souls

Today was a busy day in the book world... well at least in the world of books I want to read!!!

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The Body Finder

Kimberly Derting

HarperCollins Publishers

$16.99 U.S.

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The Vampire Diaries The Return: Shadow Souls

L.J. Smith

HarperCollins Publishers

$17.99 U.S.

FTC: I am not receiving ompensation for promoting either of these books!!

I do not have much to say except I need both of these books!!!! I absolutely cannot wait to read either of them

Friday, March 12, 2010

Far From You

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Far From You

Lisa Schroeder

Simon and Schuster

$7.99 U.S.

FTC: I purchased this book, at Lisa's signing!

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:


Lost and alone...Down the rabbit hole.

Alice thought she knew
what solitude was:
Her mother—gone.
Her father—remarried with a newborn
daughter.

Now...
Trapped
in the icy embrace
of a deadly snowstorm,
Alice faces the true meaning of loneliness.

But hope
may not be as far away
as she thinks....

My Thoughts:

I absolutely loved this book. It is my favorite by Lisa. I loved the flow of the book. It flowed gracefully. Ali was a beautiful character. She drew you in and you felt like you were her, feeling what she felt, seeing what she saw. Unlike her other two books Lisa show a different paranormal character in this book: Angels. This book captivated me the entire way, and I couldn't put it down. I read it all in one sitting and was left with a sense of peace and joy when I finished it. it was remarkable. My favorite thing was the relationship dynamics and how they grew and shifted throughout the book. We were able to see friends stop speaking, enemies become friends, family that had drifted grow closer and so much more. It made me feel warm inside.

Recommendations:

Anyone in need of a little pick me up, or wanting to read something heart warming.

Grade: A

Age: 14 and up

Quote: "Wonderland is here now./Don't know what we might see./Yesterday's gone forever./But my future's up to me." ~ Song lyrics by Ali.


Wednesday, March 10, 2010

True Crime

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True Crime

From the Editors of Seventeen Magazine

Hearst Books

$4.95 U.S.

FTC: I borrowed this book from a friend, who purchased it.

There is no synopsis for this book. It is a grouping of stories that have ran through Seventeen magazine in the past years. I recognized some of the stories that I read. While some of the stories were horrific others were just terrible for words. I liked reading this book, because I find true crime interesting. It is not a book that I would recommend lightly. There are lots of things that many people would much rather not know about.

Grade: A

Horuglass

I missed putting this up yesterday so here it is today!!!!
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Hourglass

Claudia Gray

HarperCollins

$17.99 U.S. (Hardcover)

Release Date: yesterday! March 9th

FTC: I am not receiving compensation for promoting this book.

Synopsis by Barnes and Noble:

Bianca will risk everything to be with Lucas.

After escaping from Evernight Academy, the vampire boarding school where they met, Bianca and Lucas take refuge with Black Cross, a fanatical group of vampire hunters. Bianca must hide her supernatural heritage or risk certain death at their hands. But when Black Cross captures her friend—the vampire Balthazar—hiding is no longer an option.

Soon, Bianca and Lucas are on the run again, pursued not only by Black Cross, but by the powerful leaders of Evernight. Yet no matter how far they travel, Bianca can't escape her destiny.

Bianca has always believed their love could survive anything . . . but can it survive what's to come?


Why:
It is a love story that rivals Rome and Juliet how can you not read it!!!!! It was absolutely amazing and every page surprised me. I never knew what was coming or when I thought I did, it would later turn out that I was wrong.


Thursday, March 4, 2010

Number 4

I am not sure if I actually like this segment but I will keep it another week or two...

4. Swim with dolphins