This action-packed sequel to Aurora Rising kept my heart thumping (and breaking) for 495 pages. I cannot wait for the next book! SYNOPSIS First, the bad news: an ancient evil—you know, your standard consume-all-life-in-the-galaxy deal—is about to be unleashed. The good news? Squad 312 is standing by to save the day. They’ve just got to take care… Continue reading Aurora Burning by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
Category: YA
Aurora Rising by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
I wasn't sure I could enjoy a space adventure like I did The Illuminae Files but Kaufman and Kristoff have captured my heart and imagination all over again. I can hardly wait to start the second book and continue the adventure. SYNOPSIS The year is 2380, and the graduating cadets of Aurora Academy are being assigned… Continue reading Aurora Rising by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
A Heart So Fierce and Broken by Brigid Kemmerer
I came back to this YA series to see what was happening with Rhen and Harper only to have the focus shift to Grey. As a huge fan of the hot Captain of the Guard, Grey, I am thrilled to spend more time with him and I cannot wait for book three. Warning: this is… Continue reading A Heart So Fierce and Broken by Brigid Kemmerer
A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer
A YA loose re-telling of The Beauty and the Beast that captured my heart. I love a strong protagonist and Harper delivers in spades even though I am still unsure how I feel about Prince Rhen. SYNOPSIS Fall in love, break the curse. It once seemed so easy to Prince Rhen, the heir to Emberfall.… Continue reading A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer
The Arc of a Scythe Trilogy by Neal Shusterman
I know, I know. This book came out in November of 2019. What took me so long?!? It wasn't self-control (because we all know I don't have any when it comes to books). I just didn't know how it would end and I was stressed about the whole thing. If you haven't read The Arc of a… Continue reading The Arc of a Scythe Trilogy by Neal Shusterman
Denton Little’s Deathdate by Lance Rubin
Tomorrow is the day I'm going to die. I don't mean to get all dramatic about it. I saw this book while Christmas shopping and I just couldn't resist buying it for myself. I love gallows humor and this book certainly didn't disappoint. Of course, the fact that Denton Little's Still Not Dead was shelved right… Continue reading Denton Little’s Deathdate by Lance Rubin
The Deceivers by Kristen Simmons
Am I finishing off my reading goals for 2019? Nope. This weekend I caught a nasty cold and used the down time to read but, as usual, I read totally without purpose. I really need to work on this for 2020! Still, my wandering brought me to a book on my own massive physical TBR… Continue reading The Deceivers by Kristen Simmons
The Illuminae Files
The chance of this not being my favorite series of the year is so slim it's not worth mentioning. But, since I already brought it up... This is the best series I've read this year. These books are winners, each and every one of them. I am obsessed with these books. I formally apologize to each… Continue reading The Illuminae Files
FGR #1: The Price Guide to the Occult by Leslie Walton
Before I begin: this book is brimming with self harm. It is on nearly every page. If this is something that you struggle with then skip this book and consider heading here instead. I'm not even sure where I acquired this book. Quite possibly, it was for FrighteningGoodReads2018 since the book was published in October, 2018.… Continue reading FGR #1: The Price Guide to the Occult by Leslie Walton
The Joy of Romance Books and the Struggle with Recommending Them
I'll be honest. I have a hard time recommending romance books to a general audience. If someone asks me for recommendations, I have many. But I have questions first. That's because romance is personal. One person's romantic gesture is another individual's suffocating display of affection. Furthermore, what appeals to a reader at one point in… Continue reading The Joy of Romance Books and the Struggle with Recommending Them
