Vote for Alex in the Heroine Tourney!

So our girl Rose lost in the YA Heroine tourney to the awesome Alexandra Andros from Half Blood and we couldn’t have lost to a better girl!

As promised we are throwing our support behind Alex for the rest of the tournament for however long she’s in it. Her advocate Momo from Books over Boys and Jennifer L. Armentrout the author of this amazing series have been hard at work to find some incentives for this round of the tourney. For those of you who don’t know, Alex is facing Katniss (eek) it’s going to be a tough battle!

So here’s what they’ve come up with and we can’t wait to read them! When Alex reaches…

250 votes: a teaser from Pure

500 votes: a teaser from Onyx

750 votes: a teaser from Pure and Onyx

1,000 votes: a POV from Daemon (Obsidian)

And that's not all.

1250 votes: a teaser from Seth's POV in Pure

1500 votes: a teaser from Shadows.

WINNING votes: a teaser from Pure, Shadows, Onyx, and Cursed

AND

And for every 1000 votes, JLA will give away an ARC of Pure, up to 6000 votes

- ARC will be given away on Twitter

Also Momo still has her giveaway going on her BLOG for Daimon, Half Blood, and Pure so make sure to go and enter!

Were those incentives enough for you? Go to the YA Sisterhood’s BLOG and vote for Alex!

Heroine Tourney Rose Vs. Alex

Hey peeps! So starting tonight at midnight EST the second round of voting for Rose starts in the YA Sisterhood’s Heroine Tourney! We are  so excited that we made it to the round two and our competitor in this round is fierce and so is her advocate. Our competition is Alex from Jennifer L. Armentrout’s Half Blood series and we think she’s pretty awesome and her advocate Momo from Books Over Boys is a really good friend of ours so this should be an interesting fight! Ready to vote already? Go HERE and vote Rose! Need more look below :)

“What can I do to help Rose?” you ask well that’s pretty simple tweet, post to facebook, convince friends to use their computers, go to the library and vote! Remember to use the #TeamRose hashtag we want to be able to see all of your faces in our timelines. Also direct them back here to tell us they commented some of our friends are having giveaways and we'll post the links below.

Oh yeah and we’re not being anti Alex so if you expected to see a why Rose is better than Alex post you’re not going to get it here this is what we said in our post on the tournament page.

4. Why should we vote for Rose instead of Alex?

This is a tough one we have both read and loved Half Blood and we really love Alex! Also we absolutely adore her advocate Momo.

Alex and Rose are incredibly similar, but we do love Rose more as our heroine because we’ve known her longer. They both fight for what is right and face insurmountable obstacles. They’re both very strong physically and mentally and love with such passion! We actually believe that Rose and Alex would be pretty good friends!

Therefore we’re not going to say why Rose is better than Alex or why she’s a better heroine because (and we think you’ll agree) Rose and Alex would want this to be a fair fight! So we just ask you vote for Rose because you love her. Let’s have our girls fight it out the only way they know how in a head to head battle with the strongest coming out on top!

Ok fun stuff the giveaways our lovely friends Bailey and Mindy are giving away some Richelle Mead goodness.

Bailey @Novel_Nerd on twitter is going to give away a copy of the first book in the series Vampire Academy if Rose wins and each round that she does win Bailey will add another book in the series. Sp go to her blog and check out her post.

And our BFF Mindy @bookluvrmindy who is Sophie’s advocate is battling Katniss tonight. On top of her battle she’s going to give away a signed copy of Richelle’s newest book Bloodlines to a person who uses the hashtag she chooses on twitter so make sure to follow her and also check out her blog for her Team Sophie post!

Thanks ladies we <3333 you!!!!!!!

Now we normally wouldn’t link to a post in the blog of an advocate we were facing but, Momo had a friend who writes fanfic do a little piece on Alex and Rose. It doesn’t favor either it actually shows how badass they both are so go to Books Over Boys and check out the post J

Now go vote for Rose!!!! Ooh and Sophie ;)  Click on the pic below to go vote!

Heroine Tourney

Hey it’s Jaime and Patricia from Two Chicks On Books and we’re so happy to be a part of the Heroine Tourney! We had a blast doing the Crush tourney this past summer! You can check us out at our blog and on Facebook and make sure to follow us on twitter for all the #TeamRose updates Jaime  and Patricia. Go to the YA Sisterhood's blog to vote!!!!!! JIst click on this LINK.

1. About Her

Rose (Rosemarie) Hathaway is a 17 year old dhampir which basically means she’s half human-half vampire. She has all the good vampire traits agility, strength, and good health and none of the setbacks like having to drink blood or not being able to be out in direct sunlight. She is beautiful even in vampire standards and she has men vampire and dhampir alike vying for her attentions. She is 5 foot 7 and athletic but she has a curvy body that most of us would kill for! She has an exotic look with dark eyes, dark hair, and lightly tanned skin all that’s attributed to her father and, the strength and fighting skills come from her mother Janine who is a Guardian and all around butt kicking woman.

Here’s what Adrian thinks of Rose….

Adrian: "Rose Hathaway, I can't wait to see you again. If you're this charming while tired and annoyed and this gorgeous while
bruised and in ski clothes, you must be devastating at your peak."
Rose: If by 'devastating' you mean you should fear for your life, then yeah. You're right."
(Frostbite)

2. Best Attributes

Rose is fiercely loyal to those that she loves so loyal that sometimes it gets her into hot water but she always finds a way out. She is willing to sacrifice her life not only for her best friend Lissa (whom she has a psychic bond with), the man she loves, all of her friends, but any other innocent person who might find themselves in trouble. She has an inner strength and outer strength she has fought and killed many strigoi (bad vampires) which is a feat in itself. She’s killed more than most adult guardians.

3. What makes your girl a true heroine?

Rose is our heroine because she is a strong kick butt female who protects the world from evil. She is also intelligent with an amazing quick wit and sarcastic streak that makes us laugh. Her heart has been shattered and put back together again but through all of it she does not crawl in a hole and cry she stands up and fights for what she feels is right and for love.

Rose is a compassionate and true friend and will do whatever is necessary to defend those she's loves and has proved it again and again by ridding the world of the evil Strigoi as evidenced by the marks she bears on her neck which label her a true warrior and someone who can be counted on. 

We wanted to add a little something from Dimitri here to show what he see’s in Rose.

Dimitri: "No, it wont happen to you. You're too strong. You will fight it, just like you did this time"
Rose: "I only did it because you were here, I cant do it by myself"
Dimitri: "You can, you're strong--you're so, so strong. It's why I love you"
(Shadow Kiss)

4. Why should we vote for Rose instead of Clara?

We here at Two Chicks On Books absolutely adore Clara she is awesome so why should you vote for Rose instead? Here are a few reasons why we believe Rose to be a stronger heroine.

Clara had a purpose and she failed to complete it she actually chose to fight it. She lets her emotions get in the way of her goals and almost gets herself assaulted and or killed. She tries to hide her identity underneath hats and hair dye and can be pretty selfish. She also lacks self confidence.


Rose would never turn away from her destiny even if it means being apart from the love of her life. She's just that honorable and when she makes a promise she keeps it. 

 5. Anything else you’d like to add?

Why vote for Rose?? Because Dimitri Belikov and Adrian Ivashkov two of the most swoon worthy men in books say so! Also here’s a little poem by Adrian…

"I'm always crazy around you Rose. Here, I'm going to write an impromptu poem for you."
He tipped his head back and shouted to the sky:
"Rose is in red
But never in blue
Sharp as a thorn
Fights like one too."
(Shadow Kiss)

Cover Reveal! Diety by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Today we have the new cover for the third book in the Covenant series by Jennifer Armentrout and it is gorgeous!!!!! I you haven't read the series yet you should Jennifer's writing style is kick ass just like her heroine Alex! Which reminds us the reason for this cover reveal is Alex is going up against Nora over at the YA Sisterhood's Heroine Tourney. Yeah we're Roses advocates but until we have to face Alex we will be rooting for her also! So remember to go the YA Sisterhood's BLOG and vote for Alex as well as Rose ;)


On to the cover reveal!

Super cool right? We love the covers for this series! If you want to know more why don't you check out Patricia's review of Half Blood book 1 HERE. Oh ans check out Jennifer's website she always has cool stuff going on there.

Jaime's Review of Clockwork Prince by Cassandra Clare

From Goodreads.
In the magical underworld of Victorian London, Tessa Gray has at last found safety with the Shadowhunters. But that safety proves fleeting when rogue forces in the Clave plot to see her protector, Charlotte, replaced as head of the Institute. If Charlotte loses her position, Tessa will be out on the street and easy prey for the mysterious Magister, who wants to use Tessa's powers for his own dark ends.
With the help of the handsome, self-destructive Will and the fiercely devoted Jem, Tessa discovers that the Magister's war on the Shadowhunters is deeply personal. He blames them for a long-ago tragedy that shattered his life. To unravel the secrets of the past, the trio journeys from mist-shrouded Yorkshire to a manor house that holds untold horrors, from the slums of London to an enchanted ballroom where Tessa discovers that the truth of her parentage is more sinister than she had imagined. When they encounter a clockwork demon bearing a warning for Will, they realize that the Magister himself knows their every move and that one of their own has betrayed them.
Tessa finds her heart drawn more and more to Jem, though her longing for Will, despite his dark moods, continues to unsettle her. But something is changing in Will; the wall he has built around himself is crumbling. Could finding the Magister free Will from his secrets and give Tessa the answers about who she is and what she was born to do?
As their dangerous search for the Magister and the truth leads the friends into peril, Tessa learns that when love and lies are mixed, they can corrupt even the purest heart.

Jaime’s review….

So you’re probably wondering why Patricia and I are posting back to back reviews; we normally don’t but when we both had the chance to read an ARC of  Clockwork Prince we jumped at the chance! The awesome Amy from the YA Sisterhood had received one because she was Jace’s advocate in the Hero’s Tournament on their page and being that Amy is a total sweetheart she wanted to share it with us! Thanks Amy!!!!! <333333

On to the review.

My heart actually hurts with thoughts of this book not because it was bad but, because it was absolutely brilliant, heart stopping, tears streaming down my cheeks, frustrated screaming, jumping with joy brilliant!!!!! This series is by far a favorite of mine and don’t me mad all you TMI fans and Team Jace people out there but, The Infernal Devices series in my opinion is sooo much better and I am completely and 100% Team Will! He utterly and completely shatters my heart and turns me into a pile of goo. I do love Jem also, sweet compassionate Jem but not with the fiery passion that Will has set ablaze in my heart and bones.

The story itself is beautifully written and there is violence, betrayals, new characters that bring even more to the fray, passion, and some very sexy, steamy, fans oneself scenes! I know most of you have probably seen the teaser trailer of the Balcony Scene by now but holy hell that teaser as steamy as it was doesn’t do it justice! I literally had flushed cheeks and was biting my lip reading it! If you haven’t seen the trailer I’ll post it below or if you just wanted a little reminder ;) I am so happy that I read this book and so sad at the same time seeing as the wait for the next one is going to be pure torture! There will be no ARC’s of the third book and next winter seems soo far away! Regardless of the wait I loved this book and will read again and again until next winter!

Normally I choose a quote to close that has some passion or fire and there’s plenty in this book but this time I chose to post a poem that Will wrote for Tessa it brilliantly captures my feelings and I needed a bit of his humor after reading this one. This is in a book he wanted her to read.

“Caliph Vathek and his dark horde

Are bound for hell, you won’t be bored!

Your faith in me will be restored-

Unless this token you find untoward

And my poor gift you have ignored.

-Will”

Here’s the Balcony Scene clip.

When Clockwork Prince arrives in stores go buy this book or better yet pre order it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble where they have an exclusive edition with a letter from Will to Tessa, or the Book Depository so it’ll be at your door waiting for you! Also check HERE for a deleted scene from Clockwork Prince and Cassie's website for all sorts of cool stuff :)

Desert Island Books

We are so excited to be participating in another excellent YASisterhood idea!!  It's time for....

So we were posed with the following question: If you knew you were going to be stranded on a Desert Island for forever and ever, what books would you take? But it's not that easy...we could only bring 10 books*--5 YA and 5 Adult....ARGH!!! This made it really tough for us to decide, however, after much thought and consideration here's our lists:

*A series=1 book :)

Patricia's Picks for YA

Harry Potter Series by JK Rowling

This is one of my all time favorite series. I have been a huge potterhead for more than 12 years now. If I could only take one series this would be IT!!

The Iron Fey Series by Julie Kagawa

I absolutely love the world that Julie Kagawa created in this series. If I could only have one fictional BF for the rest of forever it would have to be Ash. Of course it would have to include The Iron Knight, too!

The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare

I love witty, sarcastic, brooding and sexy fictional guys and no one is more of all that than Jace Wayland. But more than that...I just love the concept of these books and could read them over & over.

The Shade Series by Jeri Smith-Ready

This is an awesome series filled with ghosts and a totally H-O-T Scotsman. I can't wait for the conclusion of this series with Shine :)

The Wicked Lovely Series by Melissa Marr

So I haven't finished this series yet...it's five books and I've only read the first two but I am very enamored with it so far and I could NOT go away without finishing.

Here are some of my runner ups:

-The Infernal Devices by Cassandra Clare

-Soul Screamers by Rachel Vincent

-Peter and the Starcatcheres by Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson

Patricia's Adult Picks

One Hundred Years Of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

The tale of the rise and fall of a remote village. It's one of those books that you must read sometime in your lifetime.

Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare

This is a classic that should be on everyone's list and everytime I've read it, I get something different out of it.

The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

This was the first book that I read by Nicholas Sparks and I absolutely fell in love with his writing and his characters.

The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

I've only read this one once but I would love to re-read it and on a deserted island sounds perfect.



The Black Dagger Brotherhood Series by J.R. Ward

This is a fantastic read that is sexy and full of the hottest adult vamps out there. I need a little voom on the island. heehee ;)

Jaime's YA Picks

The Vampire Diaries Series by L.J. Smith

I’ll take my first editions any day! This series got me into reading YA. Sorry Twilight fans but Stefan and Damon are so much better!

The Study Series by Maria V. Snyder

One of my favorite series of all time!

The Wicked Lovely Series by Melissa Marr

I’ll need a bit of darkness with all that sunshine! So I’ll need my Dark Court

The Shade Series by Jeri Smith-Ready

Like I said above Jeri’s my favorite author! Even though book 3 isn’t out yet I know it’s going to be brilliant!

The Iron Fey Series by Julie Kagawa

We didn’t represent the Ice Prince in the YA Crush Tourney for nothing! I’ll need his iciness to cool me off from the heat!

Jaime's Runner up:

-Soul Screamers by Rachel Vincent 

Jaime's Adult Picks

The Vampire Chronicles by Anne Rice

This series first brought me into reading Paranormal and Vampires

Black Dagger Brotherhood by J.R. Ward

I couldn’t go the rest of my life without the brothers and the sexy times

WVMP Series by Jeri Smith-Ready

Jeri’s my favorite author enough said and I love Shane

The Maker's Song Series by Adrian Phoenix

Besides being a dear friend I absolutely love Adrian’s  writing and Dante.

The Merlin Series by Mary Stewart

Who doesn’t need a little magic in their lives plus King Arthur? Win!

Now you may ask yourselves why Jaime & I don't just share our book piles so that we don't have such similar lists but I think the idea is that we are not stranded on the same island. So there you have it. Thanks so much for stopping by.

What  10 books would bring with you?  We'd love to know so leave us your answers in the comments.