Summary:
When Sydney is torn from her bed in the middle of the night, at first she thinks she's still being punished for her complicated alliance with dhampir Rose Hathaway. But what unfolds is far worse. Jill Dragomir-the sister of Moroi Queen Lissa Dragomir-is in mortal danger, and the Moroi must send her into hiding. To avoid a civil war, Sydney is called upon to act as Jill's guardian and protector, posing as her roommate in the unlikeliest of places: a human boarding school in Palm Springs, California. The last thing Sydney wants is to be accused of sympathizing with vampires. And now she has to live with one.
The Moroi court believe Jill and Sydney will be safe at Amberwood Prep, but threats distractions, and forbidden romance lurd both outside-and within-the school grounds. Now that they're in hiding, the drama is only just beginning.
My Thoughts:
I didn't expect to like this book, or even understand it. I never read any of the author's other books, and my standards for vampire books are really high (because of the pile of poop that is Twilight). However, I loved this book. It was a quick yet captivating read. Sydney is a great main character-she doesn't treat those she fears like poop. Keith is an a-hole and the total opposite of Sydney. I was glad to see him go. Jill is quiet and sweet. Adrian was...interesting? And the alchemists are pretty selfish and awful. Overall, it was really interesting! Would read again.
My Rating: 5 stars
08 August 2018
06 August 2018
The White Princess by Philippa Gregory REVIEW
Summary:
When Henry Tudor picks up the crown of England from the mud of Bosworth field, he knows he must marry the princess of the enemy house-Elizabeth of York-to unify a country divided by war for nearly two decades.
But his bride is still in love with his slain enemy, Richard III-and her mother and half of England dream of a missing heir, sent into the unknown by the White Queen. While the new monarchy can win power, it cannot win hearts in an England that plots for the triumphant return of the House of York.
Henry's greatest fear is that somewhere a prince is waiting to invade and reclaim the throne. When a young man who would be king leads his army and invades England, Elizabeth has to choose between the new husband she is coming to love and the boy who claims to be her beloved lost brother: the rose of York come home at last.
My Thoughts;
I first noticed this book at a discount store. It looked interesting, but I didn't buy it. I eventually found it at my library, and it was so good. I am somewhat picky when it comes to historical fiction.
Elizabeth is pretty strong to go through this-marrying the man who killed the one she loved. Not only that, but he and his mother treat her like poop.
About halfway through, Henry becomes more likeable. But by the end he is back to being an awful person.
I really love the author's way of writing and will definitely check out more of her books.
My Rating: 4.5 stars
When Henry Tudor picks up the crown of England from the mud of Bosworth field, he knows he must marry the princess of the enemy house-Elizabeth of York-to unify a country divided by war for nearly two decades.
But his bride is still in love with his slain enemy, Richard III-and her mother and half of England dream of a missing heir, sent into the unknown by the White Queen. While the new monarchy can win power, it cannot win hearts in an England that plots for the triumphant return of the House of York.
Henry's greatest fear is that somewhere a prince is waiting to invade and reclaim the throne. When a young man who would be king leads his army and invades England, Elizabeth has to choose between the new husband she is coming to love and the boy who claims to be her beloved lost brother: the rose of York come home at last.
My Thoughts;
I first noticed this book at a discount store. It looked interesting, but I didn't buy it. I eventually found it at my library, and it was so good. I am somewhat picky when it comes to historical fiction.
Elizabeth is pretty strong to go through this-marrying the man who killed the one she loved. Not only that, but he and his mother treat her like poop.
About halfway through, Henry becomes more likeable. But by the end he is back to being an awful person.
I really love the author's way of writing and will definitely check out more of her books.
My Rating: 4.5 stars
01 August 2018
Don't Cosplay With My Heart by Cecil Castellucci REVIEW
Summary:
When Edan Kupgerman dresses up like her favorite character, Gargantua, she feels tall and powerful. That's important right now, because her family is a mess, her best friend is gone for the summer, her crush is confusing, and Edan's feeling small and not sure which end is up.
When Edan's cosplaying, she can be angry, loud, and not the good girl everyone thinks she is. And when she's at conventions, she feels like she's found her own Team Tomorrow. But when her personal life starts to spiral out of control, Edan has to figure out whether she needs a sidekick, or if she has the strength to be the hero of her own story.
My Thoughts:
I was a bit worried to read this because of all the not so good reviews, but I ended up enjoying it. It's a nice fast read if you don't want a huge book with a complicated storyline.
Edan is a very sensitive person. Her only best friend is in Japan for her dad's work, and she doesn't have anyone to hang out with until she finally has the courage to ask out her crush.
Basically he turns out to be an a-hole toward her about two thirds into the book and a huge jerk. Edan's dad is on trial for something, her mom can't pull herself together, and her grandma isn't helpful at all toward her.
Overall, it's good for a mindless reading.
My Rating: 4 stars
When Edan Kupgerman dresses up like her favorite character, Gargantua, she feels tall and powerful. That's important right now, because her family is a mess, her best friend is gone for the summer, her crush is confusing, and Edan's feeling small and not sure which end is up.
When Edan's cosplaying, she can be angry, loud, and not the good girl everyone thinks she is. And when she's at conventions, she feels like she's found her own Team Tomorrow. But when her personal life starts to spiral out of control, Edan has to figure out whether she needs a sidekick, or if she has the strength to be the hero of her own story.
My Thoughts:
I was a bit worried to read this because of all the not so good reviews, but I ended up enjoying it. It's a nice fast read if you don't want a huge book with a complicated storyline.
Edan is a very sensitive person. Her only best friend is in Japan for her dad's work, and she doesn't have anyone to hang out with until she finally has the courage to ask out her crush.
Basically he turns out to be an a-hole toward her about two thirds into the book and a huge jerk. Edan's dad is on trial for something, her mom can't pull herself together, and her grandma isn't helpful at all toward her.
Overall, it's good for a mindless reading.
My Rating: 4 stars
16 July 2018
A Defense of Honor by Kristi Ann Hunter REVIEW
Summary:
When Katherine "Kit" FitzGilbert turned her back on London society more than a decade ago, she determined never to set foot in a ballroom again. But when business takes her to London and she's forced to run for her life, she stumbles upon not only a glamorous ballroom but also Graham, Lord Wharton. What should have been a chance encounter becomes much more as Graham embarks on a search for his friend's missing sister and is convinced Kit knows more about the girl than she's telling.
After meeting Graham, Kit finds herself wishing things could be different for the first time in her life, but what she wants can't matter. Long ago, she dedicated herself to helping women escape the same scorn that drove her from London and to raising the innocent children caught in the crossfire. But as much as she desperately wishes to tell Graham everything, the risk of revealing the truth may come at too high a price for those she loves.
My Thoughts:
I really enjoyed reading this novel. It is very well written, descriptive enough to imagine everything that takes place, and actually has a well developed romance. This just makes me want to read the author's other novels, just because of that.
Kit is a character with lots of depth. She is very secretive about her past, which is what led her to where she is now. She struggles with lots of regret and sadness over what had happened.
Graham's character isn't as much developed...but the romance between them is. It was nice to watch them slowly fall for each other throughout the book.
I would have really liked to know more about Graham's parents and Jess, but you can't have everything you want.
Overall, I definitely recommend you read this. Books like this are incredibly rare to find.
My Rating: 5 stars
**I received this book for free from Bethany House Publishers for my honest review. Thank you!!!**
When Katherine "Kit" FitzGilbert turned her back on London society more than a decade ago, she determined never to set foot in a ballroom again. But when business takes her to London and she's forced to run for her life, she stumbles upon not only a glamorous ballroom but also Graham, Lord Wharton. What should have been a chance encounter becomes much more as Graham embarks on a search for his friend's missing sister and is convinced Kit knows more about the girl than she's telling.
After meeting Graham, Kit finds herself wishing things could be different for the first time in her life, but what she wants can't matter. Long ago, she dedicated herself to helping women escape the same scorn that drove her from London and to raising the innocent children caught in the crossfire. But as much as she desperately wishes to tell Graham everything, the risk of revealing the truth may come at too high a price for those she loves.
My Thoughts:
I really enjoyed reading this novel. It is very well written, descriptive enough to imagine everything that takes place, and actually has a well developed romance. This just makes me want to read the author's other novels, just because of that.
Kit is a character with lots of depth. She is very secretive about her past, which is what led her to where she is now. She struggles with lots of regret and sadness over what had happened.
Graham's character isn't as much developed...but the romance between them is. It was nice to watch them slowly fall for each other throughout the book.
I would have really liked to know more about Graham's parents and Jess, but you can't have everything you want.
Overall, I definitely recommend you read this. Books like this are incredibly rare to find.
My Rating: 5 stars
**I received this book for free from Bethany House Publishers for my honest review. Thank you!!!**
10 June 2018
Lone Witness by Rachel Dylan REVIEW
Summary:
Prosecutor Sophie Dawson has taken a new role at the Fulton County DA's office, and her first case involves a local bank employee who may be cheating customers. She's determined to bring justice to those who've lost their savings . . . but her life is turned upside down when she becomes the only witness to a double homicide involving a vengeful gang.
With her life at risk, friends and family convince her that she needs protection, and private security guard Cooper Knight is hired as a bodyguard. But as threats escalate, neither Cooper nor Sophie knows whom they can trust.
Unwilling to back down on either case, Sophie pursues the truth at any cost. But her bang litigation gets more complicated by the day, and the gang will stop at nothing to keep her from taking the stand. With all sides closing in, steadfast Cooper is the only man she can lean on. But drawing close may be the distraction that costs both of their lives.
My Thoughts:
I really thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, although it took me longer to read than normal because of finals week in school...
The story is kind of slow paced to give a lot of information about the cases Sophie is dealing with, the dangers she goes through, and the different people involved.
The only thing I didn't like was the underdevelopment of characters and the romance. Sophie and Ashley were probably the most developed characters. However, the others weren't very developed at all. And while you could see the love Sophie had for Cooper, you never really saw the resolution fully developed at the end between them.
Overall, though, I really enjoyed this book a lot.
My Rating: 4 stars
**I received this book for free to review from Bethany House Publishers. Thank you!!!**
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