Thursday, May 16, 2013
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
April Wrap-Up [2013]
This month I read 3 books. Not too many, I know, but the three books that I did read were absolutely amazing!
The first book I read was Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire. This is the first book, and another book was released called Walking Disaster, which is the same story told in Travis point to view. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and gave it a 4.6 out of 5. You can check out my video review HERE.
The next book that I read was Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout. This is the first book in the Lux series. I wasn't sure how I was going to like this book, but I ended up loving this book. I gave Obsidian 5 out of 5. You can check out my written review HERE.
The last book I read this month was Onyx by Jennifer L. Armentrout, the second book in the Lux series. I enjoyed this book as well, however not as much as the first. I gave this book a 4.6 out of 5. I don't have a review up yet, but I will. When it goes up I will link it here so you can check it out if you would like.
Those were all the books I read in April. Like I said, I know it's not much, but I'm glad I enjoyed all the books I read. Pleas let me know what you read, and if you read any of these books, let me know in the comments below what you thought.
The first book I read was Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire. This is the first book, and another book was released called Walking Disaster, which is the same story told in Travis point to view. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and gave it a 4.6 out of 5. You can check out my video review HERE.
The next book that I read was Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout. This is the first book in the Lux series. I wasn't sure how I was going to like this book, but I ended up loving this book. I gave Obsidian 5 out of 5. You can check out my written review HERE.
The last book I read this month was Onyx by Jennifer L. Armentrout, the second book in the Lux series. I enjoyed this book as well, however not as much as the first. I gave this book a 4.6 out of 5. I don't have a review up yet, but I will. When it goes up I will link it here so you can check it out if you would like.
Those were all the books I read in April. Like I said, I know it's not much, but I'm glad I enjoyed all the books I read. Pleas let me know what you read, and if you read any of these books, let me know in the comments below what you thought.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Book Review- Obsidian
Title- Obsidian
Goodreads Synopsis-
Starting over sucks.
When we moved to West Virginia right before my senior year, I'd pretty much resigned myself to thick accents, dodgy internet access, and a whole lot of boring.... until I spotted my hot neighbor, with his looming height and eerie green eyes. Things were looking up.
And then he opened his mouth.
Daemon is infuriating. Arrogant. Stab-worthy. We do not get along. At all. But when a stranger attacks me and Daemon literally freezes time with a wave of his hand, well, something...unexpected happens.
The hot alien living next door marks me.
You heard me. Alien. Turns out Daemon and his sister have a galaxy of enemies wanting to steal their abilities, and Daemon's touch has me lit up like the Vegas Strip. The only way I'm getting out of this alive is by sticking close to Daemon until my alien mojo fades.
If I don't kill him first, that is.
Personal Thoughts-
I don't think I've read a book about aliens...at least I can't think of one off the top of my head. Keeping that in mind, I was very open going into this book. I heard great things, but my expectations weren't set high. I do admit that I was curious as to how the aliens would be portrayed. From the start this book had my interest. I honestly can't think of one thing I disliked about this book.
This book has a completely different take on aliens, and I absolutely loved it. Reading about how she describes the aliens, what they can do, how they got there, was completely amazing. I was completely engaged in everything.
I love how I found myself reading one minute, and laughing so hard the next. I love how one minute I was completely in love with Daemon, and the next I felt like punching him in the face myself. I love how when you think you have this story figured out, it does a complete 180 and you're back on your toes wondering what the heck is going to happen next.
Characters-
Daemon- the jerk, the asshole, the douchebag, the gorgeous, beautiful, yet pain in the ass guy who just happens to be living next door, as well as hiding a dangerous secret.
Katy- the new girl in town, the book blogger, the I-would-rather-stay-in-doors-reading-then-go-outside type of girl. Katy has a big obsession with books. She's a book blogger and this book mentions things like "Waiting on Wednesday" and "In My Mailbox". Because of that, this made the book even more amazing.
Dee- the sister to the douchebag. Dee is a talkative, always full of life type of girl. Reading about her was always great. She wants to make friends with Katy, have a "normal" friend.
I love how Jennifer's characters are strong. They are not weak, and they don't have to depend on others to solve the day for them. It was great to read. (They're more characters, however I just wanted to talk about these three.)
To sum it up-
If you're hesitant to read this book, don't be. Go pick it up. This type of book is the stay-in-bed-all-day, don't-bother-me-I'm-reading, I-can't-talk-to-you-right-now, I-will-study-for-my-test-tomorrow-morning, what-did-you-say-caught-on-fire, I-forgot-to-pick-the-kids-up, type of book. You will lose yourself in the story, the characters, everything.
Have you read Obsidian? If so leave your thoughts in the comments below. How do you feel about her take on aliens? Were you satisfied with the story? What are your thoughts on the characters?
Author- Jennifer L. Armentrout
Pages- 361
Rating- 5 out of 5
Companion/Sequel/Etc.- First in series.
Goodreads Synopsis-
Starting over sucks.When we moved to West Virginia right before my senior year, I'd pretty much resigned myself to thick accents, dodgy internet access, and a whole lot of boring.... until I spotted my hot neighbor, with his looming height and eerie green eyes. Things were looking up.
And then he opened his mouth.
Daemon is infuriating. Arrogant. Stab-worthy. We do not get along. At all. But when a stranger attacks me and Daemon literally freezes time with a wave of his hand, well, something...unexpected happens.
The hot alien living next door marks me.
You heard me. Alien. Turns out Daemon and his sister have a galaxy of enemies wanting to steal their abilities, and Daemon's touch has me lit up like the Vegas Strip. The only way I'm getting out of this alive is by sticking close to Daemon until my alien mojo fades.
If I don't kill him first, that is.
Personal Thoughts-
I don't think I've read a book about aliens...at least I can't think of one off the top of my head. Keeping that in mind, I was very open going into this book. I heard great things, but my expectations weren't set high. I do admit that I was curious as to how the aliens would be portrayed. From the start this book had my interest. I honestly can't think of one thing I disliked about this book.
This book has a completely different take on aliens, and I absolutely loved it. Reading about how she describes the aliens, what they can do, how they got there, was completely amazing. I was completely engaged in everything.
I love how I found myself reading one minute, and laughing so hard the next. I love how one minute I was completely in love with Daemon, and the next I felt like punching him in the face myself. I love how when you think you have this story figured out, it does a complete 180 and you're back on your toes wondering what the heck is going to happen next.
Characters-
Daemon- the jerk, the asshole, the douchebag, the gorgeous, beautiful, yet pain in the ass guy who just happens to be living next door, as well as hiding a dangerous secret.
Katy- the new girl in town, the book blogger, the I-would-rather-stay-in-doors-reading-then-go-outside type of girl. Katy has a big obsession with books. She's a book blogger and this book mentions things like "Waiting on Wednesday" and "In My Mailbox". Because of that, this made the book even more amazing.
Dee- the sister to the douchebag. Dee is a talkative, always full of life type of girl. Reading about her was always great. She wants to make friends with Katy, have a "normal" friend.
I love how Jennifer's characters are strong. They are not weak, and they don't have to depend on others to solve the day for them. It was great to read. (They're more characters, however I just wanted to talk about these three.)
To sum it up-
If you're hesitant to read this book, don't be. Go pick it up. This type of book is the stay-in-bed-all-day, don't-bother-me-I'm-reading, I-can't-talk-to-you-right-now, I-will-study-for-my-test-tomorrow-morning, what-did-you-say-caught-on-fire, I-forgot-to-pick-the-kids-up, type of book. You will lose yourself in the story, the characters, everything.
Have you read Obsidian? If so leave your thoughts in the comments below. How do you feel about her take on aliens? Were you satisfied with the story? What are your thoughts on the characters?
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Ebook Haul [1]
Have you read any of these books? What are your thoughts on them?
What books have you recently picked up?
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
What Am I Reading?
I wanted to make a post, however I wasn't sure what to post about. So I decided to do a What Am I Reading post.
Currently I'm reading two books:
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare. This is the first book in The Mortal Instruments series. One that I do enjoy. However the first book isn't a favorite. I do enjoy it enough though to reread it. Mainly because of the movie that is coming out soon. Also because it has been forever since I last read this book. 2008 to be exact.
The next book I'm reading is Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout. This is my first time reading this book and I'm quite enjoying it. I'm intrigued by the characters and what has been going on so far. It's not mind-blowing at the moment, but better than I thought.
Currently I'm reading two books:
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare. This is the first book in The Mortal Instruments series. One that I do enjoy. However the first book isn't a favorite. I do enjoy it enough though to reread it. Mainly because of the movie that is coming out soon. Also because it has been forever since I last read this book. 2008 to be exact.
The next book I'm reading is Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout. This is my first time reading this book and I'm quite enjoying it. I'm intrigued by the characters and what has been going on so far. It's not mind-blowing at the moment, but better than I thought.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Top Ten Tuesday [5]
April 16: Top Ten Tuesday REWIND -- pick a past topic you missed or one you want to revisit!
I chose...
Top Ten Fictional Crushes
1)Emmett Cullen- Twilight Saga
2)Four/Tobias- Divergent Trilogy
3)Jace- The Mortal Instruments
4)Will Herondale- The Infernal Devices
5)The Huntsman- Snow White and the Hunstman
6)Finnick Odair- The Hunger Games
7)Hale- Heist Society Series
8)Travis Maddox- Beautiful Disaster
9)Jem Carstairs- The Infernal Devices
10)Haymitch- The Hunger Games
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