Must Read Books of August 2017

Recent Book Reviews

Gemina by Marissa Meyer
"With a unique format splendid writing, and characters that you will root for and swoon over Gemina is a must read for the Fall of 2016"
Heartless by Marissa Meyer
"The premise is amazing but I was not impressed sadly"


3 Stars
Walk on Earth a Stranger
​ by Rae Carson

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​"​Beautiful and poetic, gritty and real. This book is simply perfection."

5 Stars
Snow Like Ashes
​by Sara Raasch


​"While I would have liked to see more diverse characters this fantasy is exciting, well written, and enthralling!"

​4 Stars
The Casquette Girls
​by Alys Arden


​"Well written, suspenseful, dark and sinister! I got a fair few creepy horror vibes!"

4.5 Stars
Bright Smoke, Cold Fire by Rosamund Hodge

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"Romeo and Juliette in a magical setting with necromancers? Count me in!"

​4 Stars
5 Book, 24 Hour Colleen Hoover Marathon


​After this huge Colleen Hoover marathon Lisa was an emotional disaster and she explains why in mini reviews of all 5 books ranging from 3-4.5 Stars
Stealing Snow by Danielle Paige

 "If you loved frozen you'll love this! Slightly darker than the beloved Disney version of the Snow Queen!"

2.5 Stars
Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton

"While this novel definitely had its flaws, the unique magic system and the spunky main character make it worth the read"

​3.5 Stars
Caraval by Stephanie Garber

"This book was well worth the read. Creative, beautifully written with a plot to die for! I would highly recommend it to fans of Marissa Meyer, Kristen Cashore and Mary E Pearson."

4 Stars
All We Have Left by Wendy Mills

"This novel was perfectly written and definitely one of the best books I have read in 2016."
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​5 Stars
Graphic Novel Reviews

In this mini reviews post I talk about Tokyo Ghost, InSEXts, and Descender. These are some of my favorite. . . and not so favorite graphic novels this year!
The Progeny by Tosca Lee

"Ultimately, this book was just short of being a complete disappointment."

2 Stars

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There Once Were Stars By Melanie McFarlane

"If you can get over the annoying main characters and really focus on the beautifully built world of Dome 1618 I think you will enjoy this book"

3.5 Stars
Modern Lovers by Emma Straub

"I genuinely enjoyed this book. It's suited for all ages, from high school to well past middle aged"

4 Stars
 A Darker Shade of Magic
by V.E. Schwab

"Overall, it was an average book that was enjoyable, but not mind blowing" 

3 Stars
Under My Hat: Tales from the Cauldron Edited by Jonathan Strahan

"The Handful of short stories in this collection that are good make the entire book a must read"

3 Stars
And I Darken 
by Kiersten White

"There is about half good, half bad in this book. I would say it is a solid 3 stars if it were not for the writing point of view."

2 Stars
The Crown
by Kiera Cass

" I read this is just three hours and every minute was addicting in the best way"

5 Stars 

Recent Blog Posts

Top Ten Tuesday


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This week's topic is the l;ast 10 books I added to my TBR! There are some amazing books coming out soon!! 
Top Ten Tuesday
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​This week's topic is my top ten books on my Fall TBR! Needless to say I have a top of amazing books on my TBR this season

Waiting on Wednesday

Heartless by Marissa Meyer is a Queen of Hearts retelling about her time before Alice comes to wonderland and it comes out November 8th find out why I am so excited for this book!

Top Ten Tuesday

This week's topic is books that have been on my TBR since before I started blogging and shamefully The Host is still on that list and many many others 

My Favorite Dystopians


​From The Jewel by Amy Ewing to The Selection Series by Kiera Cass I review all of my favorite Dystopians for you!

Waiting on Wednesday

The cover and the concept are so intriguing I MUST get my hand on this book!!

Top Ten Tuesday

This weeks topic was what trends do you want to see more of and I desperately need more time travel books like The Girl From Everywhere by Heidi Heilig. Check out what other trends I'd like see more of!

Top Ten Tuesday

The topic is what books would you buy if you were given a gift card with unlimited funds. One of my choices is the $50 Hardcover bindup of the first 18 issues of Saga!

Waiting On Wednesday

The Excitement for this Snow Queen retelling is real!!

Waiting On Wednesday

Why am I so in love with The Remnant Chronicles Series by Mary E. Pearson? Check out this weeks Waiting on Wednesday!

Top Ten Anticipated Releases

Read about me fangirling for the books I cannot wait to read in the second half of 2016 including "As Old As Time" which is a Beaut and the Beast retelling that I have VERY high hopes for!

Waiting on Wednesday

My Lady Jane comes out on June 7th. This Princess Bride style Historical Fiction is going to be epic!! Written by three talented YA authors and following Lady Jane Grey in Tudor Era England this will please YA and Historical lovers alike!

Top Ten Tuesday

Top Ten Books I picked up on a whim here are some of the books I rave about!

Armchair BEA

I am participating in Armchair BEA! Check out all the posts!
​Day 1 -- Day 2 -- Day 3 -- Day 4
Volunteer as Tribute??
I am looking for someone to help write weekly articles on Book Babble!! Click to apply!!
Top Ten Bookish Delights
Those moments that make me love being a reader!
10 Bookish People You Need To Follow!
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