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Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Top Ten Tuesday (66)- Ten Books I Feel Differently About After Time Has Passed


Hi thanks for stopping by!!! And welcome to my Top 10 Tuesday post! 

Thanks to the lovely ladies at The Broke And The Bookish for creating this weekly meme!

Here's this week's topic.

May 24:  Ten Books I Feel Differently About After Time Has Passed (less love, more love, complicated feelings, indifference, thought it was great in a genre until you became more well read in that genre etc.)

This is probably going to end up being mostly books I don't like but I'm hoping to add a few that I ended up liking more too. But that might be hard since books I don't like usually stay that way.

1. RED QUEEN by Victoria Aveyard. When I first read this one I really loved it but as time passed I realized it was just ok and I hated the sequel.

2. THE FORBIDDEN WISH by Jessica Khoury. While I rated this one 3 stars because I actually finished the book now I really wish that I hadn't. I really didn't like this book.

3. GLASS SWORD by Victoria Aveyard. I rated this higher when I finished it but after a week or so I realized how much I hated this one. I really wish I would have DNF'd this one too.

4. THE IMPOSTOR QUEEN by Sarah Fine. When I read this I loved it but as time has passed it's become just an ok book to me and I don't even know if I'll pick up the sequel.

5. The whole TWILIGHT SERIES. Ok don't hate on me for this let me explain. I will always be appreciative for this series for getting me back into reading and also getting me to read YA books. But honestly this series isn't that great. I loved it when I read it but, after reading so many other YA books that were awesome I now know that the writing was just mediocre.

6. ILLUMINAE by Jay Kristoff and Amie Kaufman. When I read this some things really pissed me off about it like all the uses of quotes or phrases from movies but the more distance I put between myself and the book I started to really love it! I gave this one 4 stars but am seriously considering upping it to a 5.

7. HALF BAD by Sally Green. I rated this a 3 but now that I think on it this book really sucked.

8. THE WINNERS CURSE by Marie Rutkoski. I DNF'd this book the first time I read it but a few friends kept pushing me to pick it back up. I ended up liking it at the time but now that I think about it I wish I never would have picked it back up. I am just not a fan of this authors writing style I DNF'd all of her other books that I tried.

9. SHADES OF EARTH by Beth Revis. It's been years since I've thought about this book! When I read it I rated it a 5 but now that I think on it, that book really pissed me off it wasn't a good finale. So yeah had to add this one.

10. TIGER LILY by Jodi Lynn Anderson. My god what was I thinking rating this 3 stars???? Man I freaking hate this book! I guess my hatred has grown over the years for it.




So what about you? What are some of your go to websites? And check back next week for my Ten Beach Reads and since I don't read contemporary lol I don't have any so this will be a tens list of my upcoming TBR books I would definitely read at the beach!


Hugs,
Jaime


Thursday, May 19, 2016

Read the First 2 Chapters of A TORCH AGAINST THE NIGHT by Sabaa Tahir & Win an ARC!



Hey All! I am so excited today to be able to share this with you! I have the first 2 chapters of A TORCH AGAINST THE NIGHT by Sabaa Tahir!! Eeep! Also make sure to enter the giveaway for a chance to win an ARC of the book!


But now let's get to those chapters! Then come back here to enter the giveaway!



About the book.

Title: A TORCH AGAINST THE NIGHT
Author: Sabaa Tahir
Release Date: August 30, 2016
Hardcover: 464 pages
Publisher: Razorbill
ISBN: 978-1595148032
A Torch Against the Night takes readers into the heart of the Empire as Laia and Elias fight their way north to liberate Laia’s brother from the horrors of Kauf Prison. Hunted by Empire soldiers, manipulated by the Commandant, and haunted by their pasts, Laia and Elias must outfox their enemies and confront the treacherousness of their own hearts.

In the city of Serra, Helene Aquilla finds herself bound to the will of the Empire’s twisted new leader, Marcus. When her loyalty is questioned, Helene finds herself taking on a mission to prove herself—a mission that might destroy her, instead. 


About Sabaa:

Sabaa Tahir grew up in California’s Mojave Desert at her family’s 18-room motel. There, she spent her time devouring fantasy novels, raiding her brother’s comic book stash and playing guitar badly.


She began writing An Ember in the Ashes while working nights as a newspaper editor. She likes thunderous indie rock, garish socks and all things nerd.



Sabaa currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her family.




Giveaway!

10 winners will receive an ARC of A TORCH AGAINST THE NIGHT, US Only.

If you haven't read book 1 yet now's the chance to get it! Penguin Teen will be hosting a read along for AN EMBER IN THE ASHES before the next book comes out and the paperback is only $7.31!!!!

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Dying To Read (156)- EMPIRE OF STORMS by Sarah J. Maas


Hey y’all thanks for stopping by to see my Dying to Read post and of course as always I have to give credit to the lovely Jill over at Breaking the Spine for the Waiting on Wednesday Meme!


I'm sure this will be on a ton of WoW's this week since the cover was revealed at BEA!!



Title: EMPIRE OF STORMS
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Release Date: September 6, 2016
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Pages: 704
Formats: Hardcover, paperback, eBook, audiobook
Find it: Goodreads | Amazon | B&N | iBooks
The long path to the throne has only just begun for Aelin Galathynius. Loyalties have been broken and bought, friends have been lost and gained, and those who possess magic find themselves at odds with those don't.

As the kingdoms of Erilea fracture around her, enemies must become allies if Aelin is to keep those she loves from falling to the dark forces poised to claim her world. With war looming on all horizons, the only chance for salvation lies in a desperate quest that may mark the end of everything Aelin holds dear.

Aelin's journey from assassin to queen has entranced millions across the globe, and this fifth installment will leave fans breathless. Will Aelin succeed in keeping her world from splintering, or will it all come crashing down?
So what do you think? Will you be adding this to your pile? What are you dying to read this week?

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Rise by Jennifer Anne Davis Release Day Celebration & Giveaway!

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Happy Release Day to
Rise by Jennifer Anne Davis!
Join us in celebrating this new release from Month9Books!
Enter the giveaway found at the end of the post.
 
Happy Book Birthday, Jennifer!
 
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The people of Nelebek live in fear of persecution from the evil Morlet, who reigns with a dark and destructive magic. The kingdom’s only hope lies with the Order of the Krigers—twelve warriors with mysterious powers linked to magical weapons.

For over a century, Morlet has been annihilating the Order, picking them off one by one. Eleven Krigers have been hunted down, tortured, and imprisoned in his dungeon.

Now, only one remains.

Sixteen-year-old Kaia survives by keeping her head down and minding her own business. But when she finds herself in the middle of a public execution where the mysterious Morlet is in attendance, an odd compulsion she can’t resist comes over her.

Kaia looks into Morlet’s eyes.
Soon, an ancient power awakens and Kaia can no more blend into the scenery. Will she heed the call of the Krigers or will Morlet’s dark magic destroy the last of the Order?
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Rise by Jennifer Anne Davis Release Date: May 17, 2016 Publisher: Month9Books
 
 
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Jennifer Anne Davis
 
Jennifer Anne Davis is the award-winning author of the bestselling TRUE REIGN series. After graduating from the University of San Diego with a degree in English and a teaching credential, she married her high school sweetheart. Jennifer is currently a full-time writer and mother of three highly energetic children. Her days are spent living in imaginary worlds and fueling her own kids’ creativity.
 
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Top Ten Tuesday (65)- Ten Books I Picked Up On A Whim


Hi thanks for stopping by!!! And welcome to my Top 10 Tuesday post! 

Thanks to the lovely ladies at The Broke And The Bookish for creating this weekly meme!

Here's this week's topic.

May 17: Ten Books I Picked Up On A Whim 

A lot of these books are going to be from before I started blogging or when I first started. I haven't picked up a book on a whim in quite a while lol!

1. WICKED GAME by Jeri Smith-Ready. I found this at a used bookstore many years ago and loved the synopsis. It was a good thing too because I fell in love with this series!

2. THE PRINCESS IN THE OPAL MASK by Jenny Lundquist. I hadn't heard much about this one and I'm really glad I decided to read this awesome high fantasy!

3. INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE by Anne Rice. I was 15 and at a friends house who had this on their books shelf. I grabbed it and didn't put it down until I was finished.

4. THE CADET OF TILDOR by Alex Lidell. Another high fantasy that there was zero buzz for but there should have been! This book was fantastic!

5. POISON PRINCESS by Kresley Cole. When I got this ARC there was no buzz for it. I got it really early. And I'll admit I hated the first 13 chapters but ended up loving the book and am obsessed with this series!

6. THE GATHERING STORM by Robin Bridges. This was purely an impulse by I love fantasy and books about Imperial Russia so I knew I had to have this and I loved it!

7. ANATHEMA by K.A. Tucker. I had never heard of this book but I loved the cover and the description. I ended up loving it!

8. WICKED LOVELY by Melissa Marr. This was another cover love buy and I loved the series.

9. DARK LOVER by J.R. Ward. I was an a huge paranormal romance phase when I grabbed this and it did not disappoint.

10. THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins. Yes lol all you want but I had never heard of this series when I got the first book! I hadn't been reading YA for long and had been reading all paranormal. I grabbed this at Borders (sobs I miss Borders) wanting to try something different. And thank goodness I did.




So what about you? What are some of your go to websites? And check back next week for my Ten Books I Feel Differently About After Time Has Passed!


Hugs,
Jaime


Monday, May 16, 2016

Blog Tour- RISE by Jennifer Anne Davis Favorite Scenes & A Giveaway!


Hey y'all! I am stoked to be hosting a spot on the RISE blog tour by Jennifer Anne Davis! I freaking LOVED this book!!! I have Jennifer's 5 favorite scenes from the book to share with you today. Check it out & make sure to enter the giveaway!



Haven't heard of RISE? Check it out!


Title: RISE
Author: Jennifer Anne Davis
Pub. Date: May 17, 2016
Publisher: Month9Books
Pages: 300
Formats: Paperback,  & eBook
Find it: Goodreads | Amazon | B&N | iBooks 
The people of Nelebek live in fear of persecution from the evil Morlet, who reigns with a dark and destructive magic. The kingdom’s only hope lies with the Order of the Krigers—twelve warriors with mysterious powers linked to magical weapons. 

For over a century, Morlet has been annihilating the Order, picking them off one by one. Eleven Krigers have been hunted down, tortured, and imprisoned in his dungeon. Now, only one remains.

Sixteen-year-old Kaia survives by keeping her head down and minding her own business. But when she finds herself in the middle of a public execution where the mysterious Morlet is in attendance, an odd compulsion she can’t resist comes over her. 

Kaia looks into Morlet’s eyes.

Soon, an ancient power awakens and Kaia can no more blend into the scenery. Will she heed the call of the Krigers or will Morlet’s dark magic destroy the last of the Order?


Now on to Jen's favorite scenes!



Top 5 favorite scenes and why.

Hands down, my favorite scene is when Anders and Kaia enter the brothel. I absolutely adore Kaia’s reaction to the turn of events. I also think the banter between them is hilarious. In addition, I love this scene because they have to act one way while they feel another way. I love the duality between these two characters’ thoughts and actions.

Another favorite of mine is where Kaia is communicating with Morlet through a dream state and she’s starting to realize there is more to the king than she thought. I love seeing Morlet struggle with the dark magic inside of him. When small glimpses of his true personality come through, those are the most touching scenes for me.

Oh, I almost forgot the cave scene! I love this one!! When Kaia keeps asking Anders questions and he doesn’t want to answer, he darts her with his sleeping potion to shut her up. I love seeing Anders’s frustration with Kaiait makes him more real to me. Plus, him darting her is just classic Anders. Love love love.

I also really like the scene where Anders and Kaia are sparring after she has her bo staff. I love how she accidentally unleashes the power and blows up a rock without meaning to. It’s sweet to see the two of them working together especially since the connection between them is there, but neither will act on it.

Last favorite scene it has to be the ending. In case you havent read it, I dont want to give anything away. But the end when Anders does something to Kaia to try and get them out of that mess, it is so unexpected and it reveals so much about Anders and his feelings for Kaia. Not to mention Morlet and his reaction. I don’t want to say more and ruin it, but I love how this final scene comes together. Originally, that didn’t happen. Upon revisions when I was reworking it, that part came to me and nailed everything together.








About Jennifer:
Jennifer Anne Davis is the award-winning author of the bestselling TRUE REIGN series. After graduating from the University of San Diego with a degree in English and a teaching credential, she married her high school sweetheart. Jennifer is currently a full-time writer and mother of three highly energetic children. Her days are spent living in imaginary worlds and fueling her own kids’ creativity.









Giveaway Details:


Five (5) winners will receive a digital copy of RISE by Jennifer Anne Davis (INT)









Go to Chapterby Chapter to check out the Tour Schedule for more awesome posts!






M9B Cover Reveal- SACRIFICE by Cindy Pon & A Giveaway!



Today Cindy Pon and Month9Books are revealing the cover for SACRIFICE, book 2 in the Serpentine Series! Which releases September 27, 2016! Check out the gorgeous cover and enter to win a paperback copy of book 1, Serpentine!!

Here’s a message from the author.

I am so excited to share the Sacrifice cover with readers! I didn't think it was possible, but I love it even more than my gorgeous Serpentine cover. My second novel is always about dealing with consequences of what happened in the first book. Skybright was on a journey to discover the truth of her origins and identity in Serpentine, and I believe she truly comes into her own in Sacrifice. I love the prominent featuring of her crimson tail, and the tension and energy this cover conveys—it reflects the novel so well. I hope you enjoy Sacrifice!

On to the reveal! 




Title: SACRIFICE (Serpentine, Book 2)
Author: Cindy Pon
Pub. Date: September 27, 2016
Publisher: Month9Books
Format: Paperback, Hardcover,  & eBook
Find it: Amazon | B&N | TBD |Goodreads

Sacrifice, the sequel to Serpentine, plunges Skybright into the terrifying underworld where demons are bred and whisks her up to the magnificent Mountain of Heavenly Peace where the gods dwell.

Stone is stripped of his immortal status and told to close hell's breach, which mysteriously remains open, threatening mortals.

Zhen Ni, Skybright's former mistress and friend, has been wed to the strange and brutish Master Hou, and finds herself trapped in an opulent but empty manor. When she discovers half-eaten corpses beneath the estate, she realizes that Master Hou is not all that he seems.

As Skybright works to free Zhen Ni with the aid of Kai Sen and Stone, they begin to understand that what is at risk is more far-reaching then they could ever have fathomed.





Cindy Pon is the author of Silver Phoenix (Greenwillow, 2009), which was named one of the Top Ten Fantasy and Science Fiction Books for Youth by the American Library Association’s Booklist, and one of 2009′s best Fantasy,Science Fiction and Horror by VOYA.The sequel to Silver Phoenix, titled Fury of the Phoenix, was released in April 2011. Her first published short story is featured in Diverse Energies,a multicultural YA dystopian anthology from Tu Books (October 2012). Cindy is also a Chinese brush painting student of over a decade. Visit her website.

Where you can find Cindy: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads | Tumblr | Instagram




Giveaway Details:


2 winners will receive a paperback of SERPENTINE, US Only.


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