Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
about the book
Crusoe (the family name
corrupted from the German name "Kreutznaer") sets sail from the Queen's
Dock in Hull on a sea voyage in August 1651, against the wishes of his
parents, who want him to pursue a career, possibly in law. After a
tumultuous journey where his ship is wrecked in a storm, his lust for
the sea remains so strong that he sets out to sea again. This journey,
too, ends in disaster, as the ship is taken over by Sale pirates (the
Sale Rovers) and Crusoe is enslaved by a Moor. Two years later, he
escapes in a boat with a boy named Xury; a captain of a Portuguese ship
off the west coast of Africa rescues him. The ship is en route to
Brazil. Crusoe sells Xury to the captain. With the captain's help,
Crusoe procures a plantation. Robinson Crusoe is a novel by Daniel
Defoe, first published on 25 April 1719. This first edition credited the
work's fictional protagonist Robinson Crusoe as its author, leading
many readers to believe he was a real person and the book a travelogue
of true incidents. It was published under the considerably longer
original title The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson
Crusoe, Of York, Mariner
my thoughts on the book
I have never really read this book. I had heard about it but I had never really read it. But I read it now to my daughter. We have been reading long books while she sits on the potty during her potty training. It has been a good way of getting her to sit still on it. It is a pretty good book and I am glad I read it to her. I hope that she will want me to reread it to her again or that she will read by her self in several years.
I think that everyone should read at least one classic book and this is a good book to start with. I bought it at a small used book store.
Happy Reading
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Winter by Marissa Meyer
Winter by Marissa Meyer
About the book
Princess Winter is admired by the Lunar people for her grace and kindness, and despite the scars that mar her face, her beauty is said to be even more breathtaking than that of her stepmother, Queen Levana.
Winter despises her stepmother, and knows Levana won't approve of her feelings for her childhood friend--the handsome palace guard, Jacin. But Winter isn't as weak as Levana believes her to be and she's been undermining her stepmother's wishes for years. Together with the cyborg mechanic, Cinder, and her allies, Winter might even have the power to launch a revolution and win a war that's been raging for far too long.
Can Cinder, Scarlet, Cress, and Winter defeat Levana and find their happily ever afters? Fans will not want to miss this thrilling conclusion to Marissa Meyer's national bestselling Lunar Chronicles series.
My thoughts
1. Did you get lost in the book?
Yes and No. I did get lost in it when my daughter was not demanding my attention (which is alot so it took me awhile to read lol
2. Was the character development intriguing?
Yes it was
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes in some ways I did
4. What is your favorite quote from the book?
Yeah, but broken isn't the same as unfixable.
5. Why was it your favorite quote?
It just holds some truth to it. As anything can be fixed if you just give it a try
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
Nope there was not
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"?
Truthfully I do not remember as it did took me a while to read it as my daughter demanded lots of attention.
8. Would you recommend this book to others?
Yes I would. ( see there I just recommended this book to you lol)
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ?
Yes there is a lot of fighting. So if you do not want your kids to read books with fighting in them then do not let them read this book
10. Where did you buy it at?
I bought it at target but you can buy it on Amazon and I want to say that I have seen it at books a million and barnes and noble but not to sure
Happy reading.
Monday, July 10, 2017
Sea of Shadows by Kelley Armstrong
Sea of Shadows by Kelley Armstrong
about the book
In the forest of the dead, where the empire's worst criminals are exiled, twin sisters moria and ashy are charged with a dangerous task. for they are the keeper and the seeker, and each year they much quit the enraged souls of the damned. only this year, the souls will not be quieted. ambushed and separated by an ancient evil, the sisters; journey to find each other sends them far from the only hime they've ever known. accompanied by a stubborn imperial guard and dashing condemned thief, the girls cross a once- empty wasteland, now filled with reawakened monsters of legend, as they travel to warn the emperor. but a terrible secret awaits them at court- one that will alter the balance of their world forever.
my thoughts on the book
1. Did you get lost in the book?
Yes and no. There was parts that I did not want to put there and there was parts that made me think it was a little boring but not to many boring parts as i did finish it in like 24 hours haha.
2. Was the character development intriguing?
I would have to say yes it was. I was very intrigued with the sisters and following them in their journey. Even though one seemed be a little boring vs the other.
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes I did. Ms Armstrong knows how to pull you in so you can feel what the characters feel.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book?
Curiosity is what lets a young mind grow and keeps an old mind young.
5. Why was it your favorite quote?
It is just something that has a little truth to it. I have noticed as being a mother and watching my daughter grow this quote holds some truth to.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
How the evil just over took a little girl who had done nothing to have something invade her mind and body.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to " get into it"?
yes i engaged in the book immediately. after all i did have it read in about 24 hours.
8. would you recommend this book to others?
Yes I would. It is a good book to read.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
Yes, I would not let any one under the age of 16 to read it as it has a lot of fighting and death in it.
10. Where did you buy it at?
Books a million but I am sure you can find it on amazon and places like that.
about the book
In the forest of the dead, where the empire's worst criminals are exiled, twin sisters moria and ashy are charged with a dangerous task. for they are the keeper and the seeker, and each year they much quit the enraged souls of the damned. only this year, the souls will not be quieted. ambushed and separated by an ancient evil, the sisters; journey to find each other sends them far from the only hime they've ever known. accompanied by a stubborn imperial guard and dashing condemned thief, the girls cross a once- empty wasteland, now filled with reawakened monsters of legend, as they travel to warn the emperor. but a terrible secret awaits them at court- one that will alter the balance of their world forever.
my thoughts on the book
1. Did you get lost in the book?
Yes and no. There was parts that I did not want to put there and there was parts that made me think it was a little boring but not to many boring parts as i did finish it in like 24 hours haha.
2. Was the character development intriguing?
I would have to say yes it was. I was very intrigued with the sisters and following them in their journey. Even though one seemed be a little boring vs the other.
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes I did. Ms Armstrong knows how to pull you in so you can feel what the characters feel.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book?
Curiosity is what lets a young mind grow and keeps an old mind young.
5. Why was it your favorite quote?
It is just something that has a little truth to it. I have noticed as being a mother and watching my daughter grow this quote holds some truth to.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
How the evil just over took a little girl who had done nothing to have something invade her mind and body.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to " get into it"?
yes i engaged in the book immediately. after all i did have it read in about 24 hours.
8. would you recommend this book to others?
Yes I would. It is a good book to read.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
Yes, I would not let any one under the age of 16 to read it as it has a lot of fighting and death in it.
10. Where did you buy it at?
Books a million but I am sure you can find it on amazon and places like that.
Stealing Snow by Danielle Paige
Stealing Snow by Danielle Paige
About the book
Seventeen year old Snow has spent her life locked in Whittaker Psychiatric- but she isn't crazy. And that's not the worst of it. Her very first kiss proves anything but innocent... when Bale, her only love, turns violent.
despite Snow knowing that bale would never truly hurt her, he is taken away- dashing her last hope for any sort of future in the mental ward she calls home. With nowhere else to turn, snow finds herself drawn to a strange new orderly who whispers secrets in the night about a mysterious past and a kingdom that's heres for the taking-- if only she can find her way past the iron gates to the Tree that has been haunting her dreams.
beyond the tree lies Algid, a land far away from the real world. frozen by a ruthless king. and there too await the river witch, a village boy named Kai, the charming thief Jagger, and a prophecy that snow will save them all.
my thoughts about the book
1 Did you get lost in the book?
Yes, I did. So lost that I just couldn't put it down and i had to make myself to eat and etc lol
2. Was the character development intriguing?
Yes it was. I just could not wait to see what happens to Snow
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes and no. I cared about the good characters and did not really care the bad ones lol
4. what is your favorite quote from the book?
Everyone lies everywhere. I saw your world, too, princess. not much of it. but enough"
5. why was it your favorite quote?
Because it holds some truth to it. Everyone lies
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
simple answer is nope there wasn't
7. were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to " get into it"?
I think it took a page or two for me to really get into the book but once I did i couldn't put it down
8. Would you recommend this book to others?
I sure would and I am right this minute. Please everyone go pick this book up and read it. You will not be disappointed.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
There is a lot of fighting in the book so if you do not want your child to read about fighting then no this is a not a book for them.
10. Where did you buy it at?
I bought it at books a million but I am sure you can buy it from amazon or barnes a noble and you may even find it in the library if you was to look there if you wanted to.
About the book
Seventeen year old Snow has spent her life locked in Whittaker Psychiatric- but she isn't crazy. And that's not the worst of it. Her very first kiss proves anything but innocent... when Bale, her only love, turns violent.
despite Snow knowing that bale would never truly hurt her, he is taken away- dashing her last hope for any sort of future in the mental ward she calls home. With nowhere else to turn, snow finds herself drawn to a strange new orderly who whispers secrets in the night about a mysterious past and a kingdom that's heres for the taking-- if only she can find her way past the iron gates to the Tree that has been haunting her dreams.
beyond the tree lies Algid, a land far away from the real world. frozen by a ruthless king. and there too await the river witch, a village boy named Kai, the charming thief Jagger, and a prophecy that snow will save them all.
my thoughts about the book
1 Did you get lost in the book?
Yes, I did. So lost that I just couldn't put it down and i had to make myself to eat and etc lol
2. Was the character development intriguing?
Yes it was. I just could not wait to see what happens to Snow
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes and no. I cared about the good characters and did not really care the bad ones lol
4. what is your favorite quote from the book?
Everyone lies everywhere. I saw your world, too, princess. not much of it. but enough"
5. why was it your favorite quote?
Because it holds some truth to it. Everyone lies
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
simple answer is nope there wasn't
7. were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to " get into it"?
I think it took a page or two for me to really get into the book but once I did i couldn't put it down
8. Would you recommend this book to others?
I sure would and I am right this minute. Please everyone go pick this book up and read it. You will not be disappointed.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
There is a lot of fighting in the book so if you do not want your child to read about fighting then no this is a not a book for them.
10. Where did you buy it at?
I bought it at books a million but I am sure you can buy it from amazon or barnes a noble and you may even find it in the library if you was to look there if you wanted to.
A mad zombie party by gena showalter
A mad zombie party by gena showalter
about the book
lie bell and cole holland's crew of zombie slayers thought they'd won the war against anima industries, the evil company responsible for capturing and experimenting on zombies in an effort to discover the secret to immortality. in the last epic clash the slayers lost many of their crew and closest friends. but frosty, the ice man himself, has not recovered from one casualty in particular- the love of his life, kat parker.
on the path to self-annihilation, frosty receives a message from beyond- cat's spirit returns, insisting he partner with rogue slayer camilla marks. frosty will do anything for kat. Except that. camilla is the one who betrayed them all, leading to cat's death. but when anima rises from the grave to become a force the slayers may not have the strength to overcome, frosty. camilla and all the slayers will have to work together to survive the madness.
my thoughts about the book.
1. did you get lost in the book?
Yes, that is when my daughter would let me read.
2. was the character development intriguing?
Yes it was. Basically in this book you are mostly following Frosty and Camilla in the story. but it was so intriguing to follow them.
3. did you care about the characters?
yes when frosty or camilla was sad i was sad, when they was happy i was happy
4. what is your favorite quote from the book?
Roses are red violets are blue zombies are dead and soon you will be too
5. why was it your favorite quote?
because it is just so catchy and a little be corny to me lol. but it is still great and with it being the first thing you read it has you wondering what is going to happen in the book.
6. was there anything you disliked about the book?
nope there was not.
7. were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to " get into it?
Yes i was engaged immediately in the story. I could not wait to find out what happens to them all.
8. would you recommend this book to others?
That is a big YES I would this whole series is a good series to read. Everyone needs to pick this book up and read it.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
Yes there is things in this book that kids under 16 should not be reading. At least in my opinion they shouldn't be but it is up every parent to decide on what they want their kids to read and not read.
10. Where did you buy it at?
Books a million, but you can buy off of amazon and I want to say barnes and nobel to to.
about the book
lie bell and cole holland's crew of zombie slayers thought they'd won the war against anima industries, the evil company responsible for capturing and experimenting on zombies in an effort to discover the secret to immortality. in the last epic clash the slayers lost many of their crew and closest friends. but frosty, the ice man himself, has not recovered from one casualty in particular- the love of his life, kat parker.
on the path to self-annihilation, frosty receives a message from beyond- cat's spirit returns, insisting he partner with rogue slayer camilla marks. frosty will do anything for kat. Except that. camilla is the one who betrayed them all, leading to cat's death. but when anima rises from the grave to become a force the slayers may not have the strength to overcome, frosty. camilla and all the slayers will have to work together to survive the madness.
my thoughts about the book.
1. did you get lost in the book?
Yes, that is when my daughter would let me read.
2. was the character development intriguing?
Yes it was. Basically in this book you are mostly following Frosty and Camilla in the story. but it was so intriguing to follow them.
3. did you care about the characters?
yes when frosty or camilla was sad i was sad, when they was happy i was happy
4. what is your favorite quote from the book?
Roses are red violets are blue zombies are dead and soon you will be too
5. why was it your favorite quote?
because it is just so catchy and a little be corny to me lol. but it is still great and with it being the first thing you read it has you wondering what is going to happen in the book.
6. was there anything you disliked about the book?
nope there was not.
7. were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to " get into it?
Yes i was engaged immediately in the story. I could not wait to find out what happens to them all.
8. would you recommend this book to others?
That is a big YES I would this whole series is a good series to read. Everyone needs to pick this book up and read it.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
Yes there is things in this book that kids under 16 should not be reading. At least in my opinion they shouldn't be but it is up every parent to decide on what they want their kids to read and not read.
10. Where did you buy it at?
Books a million, but you can buy off of amazon and I want to say barnes and nobel to to.
Saturday, July 1, 2017
Witch Season: Summer and Fall by Jeff Mariotte
Witch Season: Summer and Fall by Jeff Mariotte
about the book
When a gorgeous stranger seeks refuge at Kerry's summer-share house, she knows her life is about to change. Daniel Blessing is mysterious and charismatic--and on the run from a powerful witch named Season. Kerry and her friends don't believe in witches and spells, but Kerry can't help believing Daniel...and falling for him.
But falling for Daniel pulls her into a feud his family has been waging for generations. A dark feud of passion, magic, and revenge. Which means all of their lives are in serious danger. Because now Season wants Kerry and her friends dead, too.
Just a little heads up in quotes from the author "The Witch Season books are no longer available in their original form. They have been slightly revised and updated and released as Dark Vengeance, Volume 1 (containing the full novels Summer and Fall) and Dark Vengeance, Volume 2 (containing Winter and Spring). Same great story, all new package! " Just wanted to let you know this as I did not until I was looking on his website to find a about the book (as my book is upstairs and I am downstairs and dont feel like walking up the starts to get the book lol)
my thoughts on the book
1. Did you get lost in the book?
Yes I did, I started reading on the Wednesday afternoon sometime and finished last night. I probably would have finished it Thursday night but as I have a daughter to take care of and had to do some grocery shopping I just did not have the time to lol.
2. Was the character development intriguing?
Yes it was. I loved following a long with the characters as they went thru there lives.
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes I did. When Kerry fell for Daniel I cheered her on. When she lost a love one I was sad a long with her.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book?
Did not really have a favorite quote from the book
5. Why was it your favorite quote?
n/a
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
In some ways yes and in some ways no.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"?
Yes it took a couple of pages to get into the book. I think it was like chapter two when I really got into the book
8. Would you recommend this book to others?
Maybe
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
Yes if you do not want your kids to read books about fighting and relationships, and death.
10. Where did you buy it at?
I bought at a thrift a year or so ago and just now reading it lol
Happy Reading
about the book
When a gorgeous stranger seeks refuge at Kerry's summer-share house, she knows her life is about to change. Daniel Blessing is mysterious and charismatic--and on the run from a powerful witch named Season. Kerry and her friends don't believe in witches and spells, but Kerry can't help believing Daniel...and falling for him.
But falling for Daniel pulls her into a feud his family has been waging for generations. A dark feud of passion, magic, and revenge. Which means all of their lives are in serious danger. Because now Season wants Kerry and her friends dead, too.
Just a little heads up in quotes from the author "The Witch Season books are no longer available in their original form. They have been slightly revised and updated and released as Dark Vengeance, Volume 1 (containing the full novels Summer and Fall) and Dark Vengeance, Volume 2 (containing Winter and Spring). Same great story, all new package! " Just wanted to let you know this as I did not until I was looking on his website to find a about the book (as my book is upstairs and I am downstairs and dont feel like walking up the starts to get the book lol)
my thoughts on the book
1. Did you get lost in the book?
Yes I did, I started reading on the Wednesday afternoon sometime and finished last night. I probably would have finished it Thursday night but as I have a daughter to take care of and had to do some grocery shopping I just did not have the time to lol.
2. Was the character development intriguing?
Yes it was. I loved following a long with the characters as they went thru there lives.
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes I did. When Kerry fell for Daniel I cheered her on. When she lost a love one I was sad a long with her.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book?
Did not really have a favorite quote from the book
5. Why was it your favorite quote?
n/a
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
In some ways yes and in some ways no.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"?
Yes it took a couple of pages to get into the book. I think it was like chapter two when I really got into the book
8. Would you recommend this book to others?
Maybe
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to read?
Yes if you do not want your kids to read books about fighting and relationships, and death.
10. Where did you buy it at?
I bought at a thrift a year or so ago and just now reading it lol
Happy Reading
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
The Queen of Zombie Hearts by Gena Showalter ( alittle bit of spoiler alert)
The Queen of Zombie Hearts by Gena Showalter
about the book
about the book
I thought I had nothing left to give.
I thought wrong.
They started the war.
Now I will end it.
Alice "Ali" Bell thinks the worst is behind her. She's ready to take the next step with boyfriend Cole Holland, the leader of the zombie slayers…until Anima Industries, the agency controlling the zombies, launches a sneak attack, killing four of her friends. It's then she realizes that humans can be more dangerous than monsters…and the worst has only begun.
As secrets that may tear Ali and Cole apart come to light, and more slayers are taken or killed, Ali will fight harder than ever to bring down Anima—even sacrificing her own life for those she loves.
my thoughts on the book
1. Did you get lost in the book?
Yes and No. I did get in the book that is when my daughter would let me, so that makes it a yes and no haha. Ms Gena Showalter knows how to pull her readers into the story. ( I advice if you are going to read this book make sure you can read without someone distracting you.
2. Was the character development intriguing?
Oh my yes, I was so intrigued with Ali and her friends that I could not wait for the next page, the next chapter to see what would happen next.
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes I did, (spoiler alert here) I cried when Ali would lose a friend and when she lost a friend that was the closets to her I almost threw the book across the room.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book?
Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, I have five fingers and one is for you
5. Why was it your favorite quote?
It is just so catchy and so right for lots of things lol.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
All the losses that Ali went though
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"?
Yes I was, wish I had had more time to finish it sooner then what I did.
8. Would you recommend this book to others?
Yes and I already have to some of my friends looking for book ideas to read to.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ?
Just depends on their age and what you as a parent would let them read. I dont think it would be good for kids under 16 to read. There is alot fighting in it and a lot of references to sex in it also so be on a look out for that if you are looking at it for your kids to read.
10. Where did you buy it at?
I thought wrong.
They started the war.
Now I will end it.
Alice "Ali" Bell thinks the worst is behind her. She's ready to take the next step with boyfriend Cole Holland, the leader of the zombie slayers…until Anima Industries, the agency controlling the zombies, launches a sneak attack, killing four of her friends. It's then she realizes that humans can be more dangerous than monsters…and the worst has only begun.
As secrets that may tear Ali and Cole apart come to light, and more slayers are taken or killed, Ali will fight harder than ever to bring down Anima—even sacrificing her own life for those she loves.
my thoughts on the book
1. Did you get lost in the book?
Yes and No. I did get in the book that is when my daughter would let me, so that makes it a yes and no haha. Ms Gena Showalter knows how to pull her readers into the story. ( I advice if you are going to read this book make sure you can read without someone distracting you.
2. Was the character development intriguing?
Oh my yes, I was so intrigued with Ali and her friends that I could not wait for the next page, the next chapter to see what would happen next.
3. Did you care about the characters?
Yes I did, (spoiler alert here) I cried when Ali would lose a friend and when she lost a friend that was the closets to her I almost threw the book across the room.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book?
Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, I have five fingers and one is for you
5. Why was it your favorite quote?
It is just so catchy and so right for lots of things lol.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book?
All the losses that Ali went though
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"?
Yes I was, wish I had had more time to finish it sooner then what I did.
8. Would you recommend this book to others?
Yes and I already have to some of my friends looking for book ideas to read to.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ?
Just depends on their age and what you as a parent would let them read. I dont think it would be good for kids under 16 to read. There is alot fighting in it and a lot of references to sex in it also so be on a look out for that if you are looking at it for your kids to read.
10. Where did you buy it at?
I bought this one at books a million, but you can find it at amazon, kindle, barnes and noble, and etc.
I hope you like my review and go pick this book up today to read it. It is a really good read
Happy Reading.
Friday, May 5, 2017
Spelled by Betsy Schow
Spelled by Betsy Schow
About the book
About the book
Fairy Tale Survival Rule #32: If you
find yourself at the mercy of a wicked witch, sing a romantic ballad and
wait for your Prince Charming to save the day.
Yeah, no thanks. Dorthea is completely princed out. Sure being the crown princess of Emerald has its perks―like Glenda Original ball gowns and Hans Christian Louboutin heels. But a forced marriage to the not-so-charming prince Kato is so not what Dorthea had in mind for her enchanted future.
Talk about unhappily ever after.
Trying to fix her prince problem by wishing on a (cursed) star royally backfires, leaving the kingdom in chaos and her parents stuck in some place called "Kansas." Now it's up to Dorthea and her pixed off prince to find the mysterious Wizard of Oz and undo the curse...before it releases the wickedest witch of all and spells The End for the world of Story.
My thoughts about the book
1. Did you get lost in the book? Yes I did, I read this book on the way down to the beach and back. I could not up it down. Had to make myself to up it down when we made break stops along the way lol.
2. Was the character development intriguing? Yes it was. To follow along with Dorthea and her friends in their journey was very intriguing.
3. Did you care about the characters? In some ways yes I did. I felt Dorthea's saddness of when something went wrong and her happiness when things went right.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book? "The pages are turning and there is more at stake than one girl's happiness. You'll have to make a choice and someone will lose. So for Grimm's sake, use your head."
5. Why was it your favorite quote? Because it speaks volumes. It shows that no matter something will not go someone's way. That it is better to use your head when deciding on things.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book? No there was nothing in the book that I disliked.
Yeah, no thanks. Dorthea is completely princed out. Sure being the crown princess of Emerald has its perks―like Glenda Original ball gowns and Hans Christian Louboutin heels. But a forced marriage to the not-so-charming prince Kato is so not what Dorthea had in mind for her enchanted future.
Talk about unhappily ever after.
Trying to fix her prince problem by wishing on a (cursed) star royally backfires, leaving the kingdom in chaos and her parents stuck in some place called "Kansas." Now it's up to Dorthea and her pixed off prince to find the mysterious Wizard of Oz and undo the curse...before it releases the wickedest witch of all and spells The End for the world of Story.
My thoughts about the book
1. Did you get lost in the book? Yes I did, I read this book on the way down to the beach and back. I could not up it down. Had to make myself to up it down when we made break stops along the way lol.
2. Was the character development intriguing? Yes it was. To follow along with Dorthea and her friends in their journey was very intriguing.
3. Did you care about the characters? In some ways yes I did. I felt Dorthea's saddness of when something went wrong and her happiness when things went right.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book? "The pages are turning and there is more at stake than one girl's happiness. You'll have to make a choice and someone will lose. So for Grimm's sake, use your head."
5. Why was it your favorite quote? Because it speaks volumes. It shows that no matter something will not go someone's way. That it is better to use your head when deciding on things.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book? No there was nothing in the book that I disliked.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"? No it did not take a while to get into the book. As soon as you start reading you are engaged in it.
8. Would you recommend this book to others? Yes, it is good for anyone of any age to read. So yes I recommend that you all get this book and read it. Even read it to your little ones. I know I will be reading it to my daughter (that is once we finish the book we are reading together lol)
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ? If you do not want you child to read books with fighting and etc in it then no this would not be good for your kids.
10. Where did you buy it at? I bought it at Target but you can purchase it at Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, Books a millions, Indigo, and IndieBound.
I hope you all have enjoyed this post and go out and pick up this book.
Happy Reading.
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Cress by Marissa Meyer
Cress by Marissa Meyer
about the book
Cinder and Captain Thorne are fugitives on the run, with Scarlet and Wolf in tow. Together they're plotting to overthrow Queen Levana and her army.
Their best hope lies with Cress, who has been trapped on a satellite since childhood with only her netscreens as company. All that screen time has made Cress an excellent hacker; unfortunately, she's just received orders from Levana to track down Cinder and her handsome accomplice.
When a daring rescue goes awry, the group is separated. Cress finally has her freedom, but it comes at a high price. Meanwhile, Queen Levana will let nothing stop her marriage to Emperor Kai. Cress, Scarlet, and Cinder may not have signed up to save the world, but they may be the only ones who can.
my thoughts about the book.
(may contain spoilers)
1. Did you get lost in the book? Yes I did. That is when my daughter wasnt trying to get my attention lol.
2. Was the character development intriguing? Yes it was. It was a wonderful see how Cress when to a shy girl to a strong young woman.
3. Did you care about the characters? Yes I did. When Scarlet got kidnapped I almost started crying and then I almost started crying when Wolf found out what happened to Scarlet.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book? "Try to find something that makes you happy. Your life is not going to to get easier once Queen Levana is your wife. If you had even one small thing that brought you happiness, or hope that things could someday be better, then maybe that would be enough to sustain you. Otherwise, I fear it will be too easy for the queen to win."
5. Why was it your favorite quote? Because it shows that the Emperor Kai is struggling with his daily life and what is to become. Also it can be a good quote to remember at all times to use in your own daily life. As we all have struggles that we go thru.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book? No, there was nothing I disliked about this book.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"? Yes, I was immediately engaged. I couldn't wait to learn more about Cress and what happens with Cinder and her friends.
8. Would you recommend this book to others? Yes why Yes I would recommend this book to others. I am recommending to all you readers out there to go and pick this book up and read it.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ? If you do not want your kids to read books with fighting then this is not a book for them to read. As it does have fighting in it.
10. Where did you buy it at? I bought it at Target. But you can purchase it from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and also at ibooks.
I hope you all have enjoyed this book review. Please keep a check on others that I hope to do this year.
Happy Reading
about the book
Cinder and Captain Thorne are fugitives on the run, with Scarlet and Wolf in tow. Together they're plotting to overthrow Queen Levana and her army.
Their best hope lies with Cress, who has been trapped on a satellite since childhood with only her netscreens as company. All that screen time has made Cress an excellent hacker; unfortunately, she's just received orders from Levana to track down Cinder and her handsome accomplice.
When a daring rescue goes awry, the group is separated. Cress finally has her freedom, but it comes at a high price. Meanwhile, Queen Levana will let nothing stop her marriage to Emperor Kai. Cress, Scarlet, and Cinder may not have signed up to save the world, but they may be the only ones who can.
my thoughts about the book.
(may contain spoilers)
1. Did you get lost in the book? Yes I did. That is when my daughter wasnt trying to get my attention lol.
2. Was the character development intriguing? Yes it was. It was a wonderful see how Cress when to a shy girl to a strong young woman.
3. Did you care about the characters? Yes I did. When Scarlet got kidnapped I almost started crying and then I almost started crying when Wolf found out what happened to Scarlet.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book? "Try to find something that makes you happy. Your life is not going to to get easier once Queen Levana is your wife. If you had even one small thing that brought you happiness, or hope that things could someday be better, then maybe that would be enough to sustain you. Otherwise, I fear it will be too easy for the queen to win."
5. Why was it your favorite quote? Because it shows that the Emperor Kai is struggling with his daily life and what is to become. Also it can be a good quote to remember at all times to use in your own daily life. As we all have struggles that we go thru.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book? No, there was nothing I disliked about this book.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"? Yes, I was immediately engaged. I couldn't wait to learn more about Cress and what happens with Cinder and her friends.
8. Would you recommend this book to others? Yes why Yes I would recommend this book to others. I am recommending to all you readers out there to go and pick this book up and read it.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ? If you do not want your kids to read books with fighting then this is not a book for them to read. As it does have fighting in it.
10. Where did you buy it at? I bought it at Target. But you can purchase it from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and also at ibooks.
I hope you all have enjoyed this book review. Please keep a check on others that I hope to do this year.
Happy Reading
Sunday, January 15, 2017
Frostfire by Amanda Hocking
Frostfire by Amanda Hocking
about the book
Hidden deep in the heart of a snow-covered wilderness lies the secret kingdom of the Kanin―a magical realm as beautiful as it is treacherous…
Bryn Aven has never fit into Kanin society. Her blond hair and blue eyes set her apart as an outsider―a half-blood unable to hold a respectable rank. But she's determined to prove herself as a loyal protector of the kingdom she loves. Her dream is to become a member of the King's elite guard, and she's not going to let anything stand in her way…not even her growing feelings for her boss, Ridley Dresden. A relationship between them is strictly forbidden, but Bryn can't fight her attraction to him. And she's beginning to think he feels it too.
Meanwhile, there's an attack on the kingdom―one that will test Bryn's strength like never before. Finally, she has the chance to confront Konstantin Black, the traitor who tried to kill her father years ago. It's up to Bryn to put a stop to him before he strikes again. But is she willing to risk everything to protect a kingdom that doesn't accept her for who she really is? And when her mission brings her closer to Ridley, will she be able to deny her heart?
my thoughts on the book
I am going to do the review a little different on this one. I am going to answer a list of questions about the book.
1. Did you get lost in the book? Yes I sure did. I got so lost in it that I did not know what time it was until my husband came to bed and turned the light off. There was times I actually felt like I was the main character Bryn.
2. Was the character development intriguing? Yes it was. To follow Bryn in her journey of trying to find the guy who was going after her people and learning her true feelings for Ridley was very intriguing .
3. Did you care about the characters? Yes, I did. I was hoping that Bryn would become close to Ridley. When Bryn was worried or upset with her friends, I was upset and worried right a long with her.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book? "I've wanted to kiss you practically since the day I met you. But I knew you would never let me."
5. Why was it your favorite quote? Because it showed Bryn that she was not a lone with her feelings.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book? No there is nothing that I disliked about the book. I thought it was actually a pretty good book to read.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"? Yes I was immediately engaged in the book.
8. Would you recommend this book to others? Yes, I will recommend this book everyone of you mine readers. You will not be disappointed in reading this book.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ? No, there is not anything in this book that a teenager could not read. Some one under the age of 13 you might not want them to read if you do not want them reading about kissing and fighting. But if it does not bother you to tell them read it please let them read it. It is a good book.
10. Where did you buy it at? I bought it at books a million. But you can purchase it from amazon and Barnes & Noble
I hope you all enjoyed my review of this book and that you all go and pick it up to read.
Happy Reading Yall.
about the book
Hidden deep in the heart of a snow-covered wilderness lies the secret kingdom of the Kanin―a magical realm as beautiful as it is treacherous…
Bryn Aven has never fit into Kanin society. Her blond hair and blue eyes set her apart as an outsider―a half-blood unable to hold a respectable rank. But she's determined to prove herself as a loyal protector of the kingdom she loves. Her dream is to become a member of the King's elite guard, and she's not going to let anything stand in her way…not even her growing feelings for her boss, Ridley Dresden. A relationship between them is strictly forbidden, but Bryn can't fight her attraction to him. And she's beginning to think he feels it too.
Meanwhile, there's an attack on the kingdom―one that will test Bryn's strength like never before. Finally, she has the chance to confront Konstantin Black, the traitor who tried to kill her father years ago. It's up to Bryn to put a stop to him before he strikes again. But is she willing to risk everything to protect a kingdom that doesn't accept her for who she really is? And when her mission brings her closer to Ridley, will she be able to deny her heart?
my thoughts on the book
I am going to do the review a little different on this one. I am going to answer a list of questions about the book.
1. Did you get lost in the book? Yes I sure did. I got so lost in it that I did not know what time it was until my husband came to bed and turned the light off. There was times I actually felt like I was the main character Bryn.
2. Was the character development intriguing? Yes it was. To follow Bryn in her journey of trying to find the guy who was going after her people and learning her true feelings for Ridley was very intriguing .
3. Did you care about the characters? Yes, I did. I was hoping that Bryn would become close to Ridley. When Bryn was worried or upset with her friends, I was upset and worried right a long with her.
4. What is your favorite quote from the book? "I've wanted to kiss you practically since the day I met you. But I knew you would never let me."
5. Why was it your favorite quote? Because it showed Bryn that she was not a lone with her feelings.
6. Was there anything you disliked about the book? No there is nothing that I disliked about the book. I thought it was actually a pretty good book to read.
7. Were you engaged immediately, or did it take you a while to "get into it"? Yes I was immediately engaged in the book.
8. Would you recommend this book to others? Yes, I will recommend this book everyone of you mine readers. You will not be disappointed in reading this book.
9. Is there a lot of material in the book that would not be good for kids to ? No, there is not anything in this book that a teenager could not read. Some one under the age of 13 you might not want them to read if you do not want them reading about kissing and fighting. But if it does not bother you to tell them read it please let them read it. It is a good book.
10. Where did you buy it at? I bought it at books a million. But you can purchase it from amazon and Barnes & Noble
I hope you all enjoyed my review of this book and that you all go and pick it up to read.
Happy Reading Yall.
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Scarlet The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer
Scarlet The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer
about the book
Cinder is back and trying to break out of prison―even though she'll be the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive if she does―in this second installment from Marissa Meyer.
Halfway around the world, Scarlet Benoit's grandmother is missing. It turns out there are many things Scarlet doesn't know about her grandmother, or the grave danger she has lived in her whole life. When Scarlet encounters Wolf, a street fighter who may have information as to her grandmother's whereabouts, she is loath to trust this stranger, but is inexplicably drawn to him, and he to her. As Scarlet and Wolf unravel one mystery, they encounter another when they meet Cinder. Now, all of them must stay one step ahead of the vicious Lunar Queen Levana.
my thoughts on the book
This is a really good book to read. I had started to read it back in July but as my daughter would not let me read it everytime I picked it I never did finish it until yesterday. Yesterday while my husband was home I picked the book up and did not put it down until I had it read completely. Which I think when I picked it up to read I had like 300 something pages to read and I finished it last night about 8:30 or 9:00 one. I really do think it is a good book.
I loved how I was pulled into the book so much that I felt like I was Scarlet and then Cinder. I felt like when Scarlet was searching for her grandmother I was right there with her. I was right there with her when she meet Wolf. I imaged that he kind of looked like my husband (but that is only because I never can image what another guy looks like as I always see my husband and he is the only one I want to image lol ) I felt like I was going right a long with Cinder as she tries to find answers.
Yes, I am recommending this book to you all to read. Go now and pick it up. Go pick it up at target or buy it on amazon. You will be happy that you read it. That is if you like books like this.
Now I am off to try to read another. Happy Reading
about the book
Cinder is back and trying to break out of prison―even though she'll be the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive if she does―in this second installment from Marissa Meyer.
Halfway around the world, Scarlet Benoit's grandmother is missing. It turns out there are many things Scarlet doesn't know about her grandmother, or the grave danger she has lived in her whole life. When Scarlet encounters Wolf, a street fighter who may have information as to her grandmother's whereabouts, she is loath to trust this stranger, but is inexplicably drawn to him, and he to her. As Scarlet and Wolf unravel one mystery, they encounter another when they meet Cinder. Now, all of them must stay one step ahead of the vicious Lunar Queen Levana.
my thoughts on the book
This is a really good book to read. I had started to read it back in July but as my daughter would not let me read it everytime I picked it I never did finish it until yesterday. Yesterday while my husband was home I picked the book up and did not put it down until I had it read completely. Which I think when I picked it up to read I had like 300 something pages to read and I finished it last night about 8:30 or 9:00 one. I really do think it is a good book.
I loved how I was pulled into the book so much that I felt like I was Scarlet and then Cinder. I felt like when Scarlet was searching for her grandmother I was right there with her. I was right there with her when she meet Wolf. I imaged that he kind of looked like my husband (but that is only because I never can image what another guy looks like as I always see my husband and he is the only one I want to image lol ) I felt like I was going right a long with Cinder as she tries to find answers.
Yes, I am recommending this book to you all to read. Go now and pick it up. Go pick it up at target or buy it on amazon. You will be happy that you read it. That is if you like books like this.
Now I am off to try to read another. Happy Reading
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