Book Reviews

Out-Smarting the Enemy in The Nightingale || BOOK REVIEW

~ Kirstie Ellen ~ 11 Comments

The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah 5/5 STARS Genre: Historical Fiction [WWII] Author: Kristin Hannah Published: October 2015 Publisher: St. Martins Griffin Pages: 564 {trade paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing This book was entirely fantastic and I can't believe how well it was put together. The story of the two sisters was beyond … Continue reading Out-Smarting the Enemy in The Nightingale || BOOK REVIEW

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets || AUDIOBOOK REVIEW

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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Audiobook by J.K. Rowling 5/5 STARS Genre: Children's Fiction, Fantasy Author: J. K. Rowling Published: July 1998 Publisher: Pottermore (audiobook) Length: 10 hours Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing This was obviously amazing - I can't believe how much fun this was to re-read in audiobook … Continue reading Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets || AUDIOBOOK REVIEW

Dragons and Magic in Rising From the Ashes || BOOK REVIEW

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Rising From the Ashes: The Chronicles of Caymin by Caren J. Werlinger 3.5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy [mythology: Celtic] Author: Caren J. Werlinger Pubished: February 2016 Publisher: Corgyn Publishing, LLC Pages: 306 {kindle edition} Originally posted on Goodreads I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! To read spoiler, … Continue reading Dragons and Magic in Rising From the Ashes || BOOK REVIEW

Side-Stepping the Apocalypse in Until the Beginning || Book Review

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Until the Beginning by Amy Plum 4/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Sci-Fi, Dystopia Author: Amy Plum Published: May 2015 Publisher: HarperTeen Pages: 352 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing This was a really sweet ending to this duology. I really enjoyed it and was flipping through the pages to get to the … Continue reading Side-Stepping the Apocalypse in Until the Beginning || Book Review

Great Confusion in Aerie || Book Review

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Aerie by Maria Dahvana Headley 3/5 STARS Genre: Sci-Fi, Young Adult Author: Maria Dahvana Headley Published: October 2016 Publisher: HarperCollins Pages: 320 {paperback} Review on Goodreads This review is spoiler-free until I state otherwise Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing I don't even know what to make of this book. I really enjoyed book one but damn … Continue reading Great Confusion in Aerie || Book Review

Painful World-Building in Collide || Book Review

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Collide by Aimee Jessica Russ 3.5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Sci-Fi Author: Aimee Jessica Russ Published: January 2016 Publisher: Olympia Publishers Pages: 281 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads this review is spoiler-free until I state otherwise Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing Ahhh, this book has me so conflicted. I really did not get along with the writing … Continue reading Painful World-Building in Collide || Book Review

Ancient India in Tiger’s Curse || Book Review

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Tiger's Curse by Colleen Houck 5/5 STARS Genre: Fantasy [Mythology - Indian], Young Adult Author: Colleen Houck Published: January 2011 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Pages: 498 {paperback} Review on Goodreads This review is spoiler-free until I state otherwise Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing Ah, so much love for this story. This is the second time reading … Continue reading Ancient India in Tiger’s Curse || Book Review

Feline Philosophy in The Dalai Lama’s Cat || Book Review

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The Dalai Lama's Cat by David Michie 4/5 STARS Genre: General Fiction, Philosophy Author: David Michie Published: October 2012 Publisher: Hay House Visions Pages: 217 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing This was a book such a sweet and fun book to read. The whole story is written from the cat's perspective … Continue reading Feline Philosophy in The Dalai Lama’s Cat || Book Review

Tree Swinging in Tarzan of the Apes || Book Review

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Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs 4/5 STARS Genre: Fantasy, Classics Author: Edgar Rice Burroughs Published: October 1912 Publisher: Fall River {edition pictured} Pages: 324 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing I really enjoyed this! I have a stunning edition of the first three novels bound together and I can't … Continue reading Tree Swinging in Tarzan of the Apes || Book Review

Dimensional Dramas in Ten Thousand Skies Above You

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Ten Thousand Skies Above You by Claudia Gray book two in the Firebird series 5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Sci-Fi [Dimensional Travel/Parallel Worlds] Author: Claudia Gray Published: November 2015 Publisher: Harperteen Pages: 432 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads This review is spoiler-free until I state otherwise  MY REVIEW OF BOOK ONE Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing VREJKNCLINCIOUN I AM … Continue reading Dimensional Dramas in Ten Thousand Skies Above You