Origin Giveaway!

I know I've been lacking in my posts recently, and all I can say is that I've been busy and I haven't had the time to plan ahead much. So to make up for that I'm having a giveaway for one of my favorite books of all time! Favorite series, at any rate. And My favorite author. Good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Kacii

The Collector on Sale for $2.99

THE COLLECTOR by @VictoriaScottYA is on sale on Kindle for $2.99! Pow!http://t.co/ua77qrZbY9 

17 Problems Only Book Lovers Will Understand

If you’re a self-proclaimed bookworm (or a bibliophile in denial), you can probably relate to these 17 problems.

1. When someone asks you what your favorite book is and expects you to pick just one.

 

2. When someone interrupts your reading.

                

Because, really, a book is basically a Do Not Disturb sign.

                

3. When the movie version of a book gets everything wrong.

                

4. And completely ruins your mental images of characters.

                

5. When someone you like tells you they don’t like to read.

                

6. When you forget to eat or sleep because a book is so good.

                

 

7. When your favorite character dies.

                

And you pretend they’re still alive but it’s just not the same.

                

8. When a book you love gets a harsh review.

                

 

9. When an author stops writing mid-series.

                

10. When someone spoils the ending of a book.

                

Or worse, the ending of an entire series.

                

11. When you walk into a bookstore.

                

12. When you lend someone a book and get it back in terrible condition.

                

13. Or never get it back at all.

                

14. When you finish a book and have to wait a year for the sequel.

                

15. When a book makes you cry hysterically in public and everyone thinks you’re crazy.

                

16. When no one gets your obscure literary reference.

                

17. When someone says you read too much.

                

Because you know there’s no such thing as too many books.

 

 I got this from Buzz Feed, where HarperCollins wrote/contributed to this post. I'm just borrowing it and am taking no credit whatsoever for it. You can get the link to the original post by clicking here. I just thought it was really funny and it explains me so incredibly much. So I wanted to share it with all of my book-loving friends and followers.

Happy reading!



Kacii

City of Bones by Cassandra Clare

City of Bones by Cassandra Clare

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Publisher:  Margaret K. McElderry Books

Date Published: April 2009

Genre: Young Adult Fantasy

I first read this book in 2011, when a friend and fellow bookworm recommended it to me. But today, August 14th 2013, I have finished re-reading it. I wanted to re-read it before the movie comes out and I see it. Of course, I loved it, just as I did the first time.

Clary and Simon go to Pandemonium, a popular club for teens one night and Clary see's a blue-haired boy about to be killed. And the best part? No one else can see these people. Next thing she knows, Clary's mother disappears and Clary is attacked by a demon intent on eating her. Clary teams up with the Shadowhunters--Jace, Isabelle, and Alec to find her mother.

That was a crappy description that doesn't do the story justice at all, but I'm awake too early to make it sound better. Anyways, this story is awesome. I hope the movie sticks to the book, because the book is great.

Things I loved about this book: Clary is kind of cute in an 'I'm short like a leprechaun with red hair but I'll kick your ass and burn down the world to save my mom.' I love that Simon gets turned into a rat. That's just so Simon. Jace is arrogant, but cockiness and arrogance can be just as hot as they can be infuriating. I love that this isn't just a werewolf book, or a vampire book, or a magician book, or an angel/demon/neph book; it's an everything book.

Thing's I didn't really like: The only thing I can think of is that the book was in third person. I absolutely detest third person, but I love the story so much I don't really care. So I guess it's really just a 'thing' that I don't like, not 'thing's,' plural.

The first time I read this was the best, probably because now I know what happens next in the other books, before I had to find out what was to happen and the anticipation made the book that much sweeter. But overall, an awesome book. And if you plan on seeing the movie, and even if you aren't, read the book first. It'll be worth it.

View all my reviews

Synopsis:

When fifteen-year-old Clary Fray heads out to the Pandemonium Club in New York City, she hardly expects to witness a murder—much less a murder committed by three teenagers covered with strange tattoos and brandishing bizarre weapons. Then the body disappears into thin air. It’s hard to call the police when the murderers are invisible to everyone else and when there is nothing—not even a smear of blood—to show that a boy has died. Or was he a boy?

This is Clary’s first meeting with the Shadowhunters, warriors dedicated to ridding the earth of demons. It’s also her first encounter with Jace, a Shadowhunter who looks a little like an angel and acts a lot like a jerk. Within twenty-four hours Clary is pulled into Jace’s world with a vengeance, when her mother disappears and Clary herself is attacked by a demon. But why would demons be interested in ordinary mundanes like Clary and her mother? And how did Clary suddenly get the Sight? The Shadowhunters would like to know. . . .

 

Add to Goodreads

Barnes & Noble / Kindle

 

 

 

Kacii 

Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno

Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Publisher: Inkspell Publishing            
Date Published: July 7th 2013
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Romance

Honestly? I was incredibly surprised by this book. It blew me away. And that's saying a lot, considering how many werewolf books I've read. Werewolves are my favorite supernatural/paranormal/fantasy creatures. But this book, oh boy, they were so different from any of the other werewolf books I've read.

Marjorie Emery was in a car crash because she was driving way above the speed limit and she was drunk. It didn't help that a herd of deer and a huge furry beast appeared in the middle of the road. All of her friends came out alive, as well as Marjorie, but one friend who (very stupidly) wasn't wearing a seatbelt could no longer walk and of course she blames Marjorie.

Skip forward thirteen months later and Marjorie is a changed person. And then walks in Kyran. Hottie, and suddenly a possible love interest for Marjorie. Quiet, and not so interested in the people around him, well, except for Marjorie, Kyran is a mystery. As events unfold and people go missing, animals get mauled to death things start to click in place for Marjorie.

Okay, so this is probably the most grotesque teen werewolf book I've ever read. And if I'm being completely honest, it's a nice change from all of the sappy werewolf books where the werewolves are as dangerous as little puppies. This is a real werewolf book. There is the romance, but there is also a probable werewolf. It's a believable story.

The things I think could've been improved: When her dog and her horse die Marjorie doesn't seem all that concerned. She thinks something along the lines of 'Yeah, that dog is definitely dead.' And 'The horrifying site of my mauled horse.' But no real despair. If something had happened to my dog or one of my horses, or even one of my chickens, I'd be in tears for days. Though I can understand that she was more concerned with her life at that moment, but still. There are gaps in the story. I kept wondering 'Which one ate her horse?' And 'Who is stalking her here, and who is stalking her there?' A fair few questions were left unanswered, so I sincerely hope there will be another book to answer those questions. If there isn't I will be severely disappointed.

Now for the things I liked about the story: The characters were believable. I hate it when authors make them transparent and clichéd. This story had real characters that I can picture in my head. As I said before, the werewolves felt more believable than any werewolves in any story I've ever read before. I liked the love story. Though I hope there isn't a love triangle between Marjorie and Kyran and Alexis. I liked both Kyran and Alexis, but I have no idea whose side I'd be on if it came down to that.

I also think I know who the alpha of the rogue werewolves is. I'm not going to voice my suspicions, in case I am right. Read the story yourself and come up with your own conclusions.

Overall, a wonderful story that I hope will continue into another book. A story doesn't have to be perfect and polished and full of light to be a good story. This book has a dark side to it, and I think that's part of what made it a good book. I think it gave a different side of pseudo-reality that you simply don't get in most young adult werewolf books. Now there are plenty of horror books with scary werewolves, but this isn't a horror book. This is the real werewolf YA.

View all my reviews

Synopsis:

Teenager Marjorie Emery eluded death. As she struggles to get her life back on track, she believes her efforts are paying off. Yet, when a black dressing, unfriendly, and incredibly handsome hottie walks into her classroom, she’s forced into a tailspin. Marjorie has no idea how much his presence is going to shatter what little tranquility she’s achieved.

Kyran Rousseau’s gloomy nature has a name, one that is potentially fatal under the right circumstances. His family harbors secrets and does everything to protect Kyran. While, he doesn’t want to ruin Marjorie’s normal life, love has a way of changing his plans.

Falling for Kyran is the least of Marjorie’s worries. With a faceless threat hunting her and a boyfriend who's as dangerous as he is good looking—how can Marjorie and Kyran keep all hell from breaking loose before it’s too late? 

 

Amazon Paperback / Kindle / Barnes & Noble / Inkspell

That really was an awesome book. I hope some of you guys read it because it's not getting a lot of attention but I know it deserves a ton of attention. It really is a great book, and I plan on helping to promote it a bit with social media. I'd love it if you guys could read the book and help me promote it, because I'm sure you'd love it.

Thanks! And happy reading!



Kacii 

The Sunday Post #26

The Sunday Post is a weekly meme hosted by @Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer. ~this meme was inspired in part by ~ In My Mailbox~ It's a chance to share News. A post to recap the past week, showcase books and things we have received and share news about what is coming up for the week on my blog. This is every Sunday.

Recap for This Week:

Wanted by Kelly Elliot - Review: Monday, August 5th 2013
Drowning in You by Rebecca Berto - Review: Tuesday, August 6th 2013
Ruin by C.J. Scott - Cover Reveal: Wednesday, August 7th 2013
Waiting on Wednesday #26 - Meme: Wednesday, August 7th 2013
The Defiance by A.G. Henley - Blitz: Thursday, August 8th 2013
Origin by Jennifer L. Armentrout - Review: Friday, August 9th 2013
Stacking the Shelves #26 - Meme: Saturday, August 10th 2013

Upcoming for Next Week:

The Solitude of Passion - Blitz: Monday, August 12th 2013
International You Day - Awesome Day: Monday, August 12th 2013
Out from Under You - Blitz: Tuesday, August 13th 2013
Waiting on Wednesday #27 - Meme: Wednesday, August 14th 2013
Bad Boy Rock Star - Cover Reveal: Thursday, August 15th 2013
Secrets of the Moon - Review: Friday, August 16th 2013
Stacking the Shelves #27 - Meme: Saturday, August 17th 2013
The Sunday Post #27 - Meme: Sunday, August 18th 2013



Kacii 
 

Stacking the Shelves #26

 

Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. If you’re anything like me, you are probably hoarding books and even though you are excited about your latest book arrival, it might be a while before you get to review it. Just so you know it started over @ Tynga's Reviews.

Synopsis:

Teenager Marjorie Emery eluded death. As she struggles to get her life back on track, she believes her efforts are paying off. Yet, when a black dressing, unfriendly, and incredibly handsome hottie walks into her classroom, she’s forced into a tailspin. Marjorie has no idea how much his presence is going to shatter what little tranquility she’s achieved.

Kyran Rousseau’s gloomy nature has a name, one that is potentially fatal under the right circumstances. His family harbors secrets and does everything to protect Kyran. While, he doesn’t want to ruin Marjorie’s normal life, love has a way of changing his plans.

Falling for Kyran is the least of Marjorie’s worries. With a faceless threat hunting her and a boyfriend who's as dangerous as he is good looking—how can Marjorie and Kyran keep all hell from breaking loose before it’s too late?
 

 

Okay, so technically I have already read this, as I bought it on Monday and I ended up finishing it the same day I bought it. I absolutely loved it and you can see my review for Secrets of the Moon on Goodreads or you can wait till Friday August 16th for a full post on my blog. I highly recommend reading it.

Happy reading!



Kacii 

Origin by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Origin by Jennifer L. Armentrout
My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Publisher: Entangled Publishing
Date Published: August 27th 2013
Genre: Young Adult Sci-Fi/Supernatural/Fantasy Romance

Origin most definitely displays a rollercoaster of emotions. I actually had to run around screaming to calm down before beginning to write this review. That ending is a cliffhanger that's going to make you scream "WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY???????" about a thousand times over.

The story picks up where it left off in the last book with Katy being held by the DOD. Of course, Daemon being Daemon, decided that the best thing he could do was join Katy in her confinement. At first I thought it was a really idiotic idea, but eventually I realized his genius.

We finally find what Luc is, and it is a pretty interesting find. Unfortunately, my lips are sealed, so you'll be getting no info on that lovely discovery. I will say that Daemon holds his promise to burn the world down for Katy or rather *cough, cough* Vegas. But you'll have to read Origin to figure that part out too.

Let's get the bad things about this book out of the way first. To start off, I actually cried, screamed, and caused bodily harm to both myself and my poor bedroom door by hitting it repeatedly. The emotions in this book are INTENSE. It should come with a warning label. I suppose it could be considered a good thing that JLA's writing is powerful enough to make me (and possible others?) react so strongly. But I haven't been this crazed by a book since I read Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins. I hit a wall that time.

The awesome things about this book are endless. Like I said, powerful emotion could be considered good or bad, depending on your viewpoint. Same with the cliffhanger. It makes me want to hit my door again with the way the book ended, but there's a guarantee that I'll be reading the next book. So I guess it's good for business.

Other great things: Blake goes bye-bye! Finally (though I do feel a twinge of guilt for that). Daemon and Katy have awesome make-up-for-lost-time sex. Yay! Love make-up-for-lost-time sex. It's usually better than the first time they have sex. JLA borrows a little bit from Sweet Evil by Wendy Higgins (genius idea, BTW). Considering that Sweet Evil is my favorite demon/angel/neph series, I can appreciate the awesomeness of that.

There's so many other things that happen that would blow your socks off, but, in Katy's words "I'm trying to keep the mystery alive." You'll read that quote in Origin :) and I think it fits so I'm borrowing it from Katy.

Overall, this book is wonderful, it'll keep you on the edge of your seat and I'm sure my family is glad that I've finished reading so the mood swings from crying to screaming to being increasingly violent will stop. Too bad for them I plan on reading it again *cue evil laugh*

Trust me, you're going to love it ;)

View all my reviews

Synopsis:

Daemon will do anything to get Katy back.

After the successful but disastrous raid on Mount Weather, he’s facing the impossible. Katy is gone. Taken. Everything becomes about finding her. Taking out anyone who stands in his way? Done. Burning down the whole world to save her? Gladly. Exposing his alien race to the world? With pleasure.

All Katy can do is survive.

Surrounded by enemies, the only way she can come out of this is to adapt. After all, there are sides of Daedalus that don’t seem entirely crazy, but the group’s goals are frightening and the truths they speak even more disturbing. Who are the real bad guys? Daedalus? Mankind? Or the Luxen?

Together, they can face anything.

But the most dangerous foe has been there all along, and when the truths are exposed and the lies come crumbling down, which side will Daemon and Katy be standing on?

And will they even be together?

Amazon Paperback / Kindle / Barnes & Noble (Nook & Paperback)

I hope you guys will all read this book! I really loved it. Any of you have other books by JLA that you'd recommend? I've read Frigid, Wait For You, all of the other books in the Lux series, and Obsessed. I don't know all that much about her other books. Suggestions? You're welcome to recommend books that are totally unrelated to JLA as well.


Kacii