Mind-Games Level 100 in Bitterblue || BOOK REVIEW

Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore 5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Epic Fantasy Author: Kristin Cashore Published: May 2012 Publisher: Firebird Pages: 563 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads This review is spoiler-free until I state otherwise Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing That was insanely good. What a stunning end to this series. I'm glad I read this slowly … Continue reading Mind-Games Level 100 in Bitterblue || BOOK REVIEW

Shocking Plot Twists in If I Should Die || BOOK REVIEW

If I Should Die by Amy Plum 5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy [Paranormal] Author: Amy Plum Published: May 2013 Publisher: Atom Pages: 408 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing That was just ridiculously good. Such a satisfying and AWESOME conclusion to the series!! I can't recommend this trilogy enough, the character … Continue reading Shocking Plot Twists in If I Should Die || BOOK REVIEW

Being 100% Relatable in The Upside of Unrequited || BOOK REVIEW

The Upside of Unrequited by Becky Albertalli 5/5 STARS Genre: Contemporary, Young Adult, Romance, LGBT+ Author: Becky Albertalli Published: April 2017 Publisher: PUFFIN Pages: 336 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing SO THAT WAS THE SINGLE BEST THING EVER AND I LOVED IT. Just when you thought nothing would top Simon vs, … Continue reading Being 100% Relatable in The Upside of Unrequited || BOOK REVIEW

Murder Mysteries in City of a Thousand Dolls || BOOK REVIEW

City of a Thousand Dolls by Miriam Forster 5/5 STARS Genre: Young Adult, Epic Fantasy, Murder Mystery Author: Miriam Forster Published: February 2013 Publisher: HarperTeen Pages: 384 {paperback} Originally posted on Goodreads Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing This was crazy good. How are more people not raving about this? I loved every page of this book … Continue reading Murder Mysteries in City of a Thousand Dolls || BOOK REVIEW

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

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

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

Ancient India in Tiger’s Curse || Book Review

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

Difficult Families in The Light Between Oceans || Book Review

The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman 5/5 STARS Genre: Historical Fiction Author: M. L. Stedman Published: July 2012 Publisher: Vintage Pages: 362 {Mass Market Paperback} Review on Goodreads 2012 winner of Goodreads Choice Awards for Historical Fiction 2013 ABIA (Australian Book Industry Awards): Book of the Year Winner 2013 ABIA: Literary Fiction Book of … Continue reading Difficult Families in The Light Between Oceans || Book Review

Dimensional Dramas in Ten Thousand Skies Above You

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

Feels Aplenty in Empire of Storms

Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas 5/5 STARS Genre: High Fantasy, Young Adult Author: Sarah J. Maas Published: September 2016 Publisher:   Bloomsbury USA Children's Pages: 693 {hardback}  Originally posted on Goodreads This review is spoiler-free until I state otherwise Initial Thoughts Upon Finishing I have no words. That was simply amazing. It's impossible to … Continue reading Feels Aplenty in Empire of Storms