Oh Alfred, how I would love to adopt you and (try) to keep you safe. This is truly the most likable and surprising hero story I have read in years. SYNOPSIS Alfred Kropp was just trying to survive high school when his guardian uncle gets him roped into a suspicious get-rich-quick scheme that changes his... Continue Reading →
Midnight Sun by Stephanie Meyer
Edward's version of the story may not have provided me the tips and tricks of dealing with a pandemic that I was hoping for in Midnight Sun, but he certainly provided me with a trip back in time to 2008 when I was first introduced to Twilight. If you just want to escape back to... Continue Reading →
Aurora Burning by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
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 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 →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 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 →