The Selection - Kiera Cass

I hate hate hate writing negative reviews but this was a 2 star book for me:

The Selection by Kiera Cass

My rating: 2 of 5 stars


So I hate that I read some reviews before reading the book.  Most are really negative which put me in more of a judgmental state or noticing things I normally wouldn't have in the book.  Someone noted that the castes in the bottom level were homeless then a few paragraphs later it talks about some of them having TVs... something I would've overlooked had I not read the review.


Everyone said this is the Bachelor meets the Hunger Games.  I do see that.  The book is like an entire season of the Bachelor only it ends without the final girl getting her rose.  So on a cliffhanger.  This book easily could've been one instead of a series.  The Hunger Games aspect would be Gavril = Cesar, the selection = the games, the castes were similar to the tributes homes/numbers. 

I liked the scenario and the cover and the book had amazing premise.  I really wanted to love the book.  I found myself having a hard time liking any of the characters or feeling any connection to them.  America, Aspen, Maxon, and Marlee were all dull to me.  Even the protagonist Celeste.  There was no depth to any character except for May.  Most had silly names and I felt that this shouldn't have been a dystopian it could've easily been just a book based in the past.  The dystopian didn't fit well and neither did the few rebel attacks.

I'm so torn on this, I hate giving negative reviews and feel I will read the next one just to see who gets selected and what America chooses.  I'm just glad to be done with this book.



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ONYX - Jennifer Armentrout - Obisdian Lux Series

Onyx by Jennifer L. Armentrout

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


THIS BOOK WILL KEEP YOU UP ALL NIGHT!!!  IMPOSSIBLE TO PUT DOWN!!!

So I LOVED Obsidian and couldn't wait for the release of Onyx.  The chemistry between Katy and Daemon is one of my favorites of all time.  This book was the first in awhile that I literally couldn't put down, bought it around 10 PM and stayed up reading the first 19 chapters... Then finished it the following morning.

SO... the great things about this book include: It started off right where the last one ended.  Katy and Daemon still have amazing chemistry and there are so many secrets revealed.  Also, Daemon was completely swoon worthy.  There were some really touching moments, laugh out loud moments, the author included cameos of sorts with other books that I love, and there were some heart wrenching sad moments.

Katy is one of my favorite heroines because she's like most of us bookworms, normal and fun, spunky, and her attitude is completely addictive.  But living in this surreal world with Daemon, Dee, and the other Luxen. 

When you finish this book you'll crave the next one.  I hate how long they make us wait!  This book is a complete success.  The entire book is a page turner and there's not one dull moment.  AMAZING, LOVE LOVE LOVED IT!!!  Best book I've read in months!



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Before I Wake - Rachel Vincent - Soul Screamers

This book was AMAZING!

Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Okay so Rachel Vincent's Soul Screamers series is one of my favorites.  This book didn't disappoint at all.  I kept thinking 4 stars throughout the book then when the end hit and I went to turn the page and it was just over... 5 Stars.  The ending is dramatic, shocking, and will leave your jaw dropped!!!  I cannot wait for the next installment.

Rachel Vincent sure knows how to right an amazing story.  I didn't know how she'd continue the books with Kaylee dying in the end of the previous book but once again I'm in shock and awe and just wow.

This story has Kaylee working with Luca (the guy from the short story with Sophie) for the reclamation department.  She is to receive stolen souls and return them.  Of course Avari is the villain again and threatening everyone that Kaylee loves.  The Hudson boys are back and the romance is steamier than ever and the drama is delicious.

Read this book if you are a fan of the series!!! 



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Rapture - Lauren Kate

Ugh... biggest letdown of my anticipated reads for 2012.

Rapture by Lauren Kate

My rating: 2 of 5 stars


I have been the biggest Lauren Kate Fallen series from the beginning.  I fell in love with the books and read each one in a day.  This book, however; took me almost a month to read.  It had good parts but I honestly just skimmed through close to half the book.  It was not that good at all.  The only parts that were really incredible were when they searched for the relics, when Luce's mystery is revealed, and of course the ending. 

I wanted to up it to 3 stars for the ending alone but honestly, the rest of the book just was not addictive or thrilling like the rest in the series.  Book 3 was my complete favorite and I wasn't sure if she could write a book that would even compare to it or any of the others in the series but I was disappointed in this one as well as the Valentine's book.

I'm sad to say goodbye to Lucinda and Daniel.  The ending did feel complete and I'm happy with it.



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Up next I am looking forward to Rachel Vincent's new novel and have purchased several others and will try pick which one I want to read...  Hmm... tough decision...  So many good books in my queue!

Awry - Chelsea Fine Archers of Avalon Book 2

So this was definitely one of my most anticipated reads for the year!!!

Here's the review, did it disappoint or not???

Awry by Chelsea Fine

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


After the explosive ending in book 1 I wasn't sure Chelsea Fine could even create another book as well written.  This came pretty close.  I loved the back story we got to hear about Scarlet, Tristan, Raven, and Gabe.  Hearing about Scarlet's original family and past was my favorite part by far.  The rest of the story in actual time seemed to be quite a bit fluff. 

There were definitely some laugh out loud moments with Scarlet.  Oh and got to love Nate's attire and Heather's "text" talk!  There was a lot of mystery in this book as well and that was pretty fun!

I'd say overall this book was a really good sequel because sequels are what tend to make or break a series.  This one is a definite keeper and one I'd recommend to friends!  :)  Awesome job on another book!



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City of Lost Souls - Cassandra Clare book 5

City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


So I agree with some of the other reviews, the first half of this book is very dull.  There isn't much going on and it was hard for me to get through.  The second half makes up for the first and is much more exciting.  Cassandra Clare finishes the book in her style which will have readers craving more and forgiving the first half of the book.

This book is about Clary and the others trying to help sever the bond between Jace and Sebastian.  It was well written and long.  The writing style is good but there are MANY points of views in this story.  You will see Alec, Simon, Isabelle, Maia, Jordan, Clary, Jace, Sebastian, and any other character in the book's point of view.  Which can make the book hard to follow at times.

I give it 3 stars and will read the next.



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Last Rite - Lisa DesRochers

Last Rite by Lisa Desrochers

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


I wanted to love this book.

Frannie, Luc, and Gabe are on the run to hide from Lucifer while Frannie works on her sway. A lot of the emotional parts and connections between Frannie/Luc, and Frannie/Gabe seem to be missing. You don't really see Frannie's family or friends in this book. There's a new character named Faith that's pretty sweet and we also have Rhen and Marc back.

Gabe is losing himself to Frannie while Luc is trying to get Frannie to turn him back into a demon so he can help defeat Lucifer. This is what's going on during most of the storyline. Lucifer in the meantime is trying to locate them using his Mage.

I didn't care for the ending at all. I thought, really, that's it? Lisa DesRochers could easily add another book to the series on what happens next. Now for my thoughts on this book:

So this was one of my most anticipated reads for the year and I can't help but say I waited to review it because I wanted to think about how I felt and review it with a clear mind. I agree with another reviewer who said that the book felt rushed. I personally didn't feel any attachment to the characters like I did in the first two books, the things I fell in love with weren't there. I skimmed over pages instead of reading them because I wasn't emotionally invested in the characters. I just felt in comparison to the other two books in the series this one was disappointing.



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