★★★★★ (5 out of 5)
Written by Victoria Aveyard, Red Queen takes place in a world where you're either a Red (a normal person and commoner) or a Silver (a person with an ability who live like nobility). Mare, a 17-year-old Red is faced with going to war, but everything changes when she (and the king and queen) discover that she has an ability of her own, something entirely unheard of before.
I LOVED this book! The world feels very real because it's not black-and-white like other YA dystopias. I rooted for Mare because she's strong, but also stuck in a place she doesn't yet understand, which makes her naive. The best part is the plot; you just never know what's going to happen next!
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The Sleeper and The Spindle
★★★★★ (4 out of 5)
Written by Neil Gaiman and illustrated by Chris Riddell, this is a graphic novel is a reimagined fairytale featuring Snow White and Sleeping Beauty. On the eve of her wedding, Queen Snow sets out to rescue a young woman who she learns has been asleep for decades, but it turns out its not what it seems.
This story is beautifully-illustrated in black and white and gold. When I first got it, I found myself looking through the pages without reading it and just admired the art. I really enjoyed reading this and the twist. I only wish it was longer.
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Work Workout*
★★★★★ (5 out of 5)
Written by Charles Harrington Elster, this book (I listened to the audio version) is a guide to help you build your vocabulary by teaching you new words and how to use them with a few grammar lessons thrown in.
Read my full review here.
*I recevied this book for free.
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Emma & Elsie Meet Fitzwilliam Darcy (#1)
★★★★★ (4 out of 5)
Written by Maddy Raven and Monica Leonelle, this first part of a continued series follows Emma Woodhouse and Elizabeth (aka Elsie) Bennet, who are best friends in Rosebelle, Louisiana. They're lives are changed when Chuck Bingley and Fitz Darcy, school friends of Jace Knightley, come into town.
I can't turn down a free book and I love Jane Austen reimaginings, so this was a no-brainer. I got into the story so quickly because it's fun having Austen worlds come together. It's a quick and entertaining read and I look forward to reading the next parts.
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'Red Queen' has been pending on my TBR list and I wasn't entirely sure if I would enjoy it after reading reviews but I think I'll have to give it a shot after hearing how much you enjoyed it, thanks for these reviews! Also 'Word Workout' sounds pretty interesting as well :)
ReplyDeleteI just finished the 50 shades series. I saw you suggested I read Red Queen! I think I might read Carrie too!
ReplyDeleteI haven't read any of them but I absolutely want to read Red Queen. Fingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteAlso, this is random, but when I first found out about Emma & Elsie, I thought it was a book based on the ladies of A Beautiful Mess! I haven't read any Jane Austen's works, so when I found out the truth I felt so stupid and lame. Haha
I've never read any of these but I've heard nothing but good things about The Red Queen. And I definitely wouldn't mind checking out Emma and Elsie Meet Fitzwilliam Darcy. I'm a big Jane Austen fan too so I always love the "spinoff" types
ReplyDeleteI really want to read the Red Queen! I've heard so many great things about it. And the Jane Austen spinoff sounds so interesting. Neil Gaiman is my favourite author so it's always my mission to read all his works!
ReplyDeletethe sleeper and spindle sounds so nice
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I'm still struggling through Good Omens. It's not that I don't like it, it's just that reading it is like running through water because there's just SO MUCH going on!
ReplyDeleteThese all sound really interesting! I'm rereading HP but I'll have to look out for Red Queen!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely want to read Red Queen. Sounds excellent! Also, I must get my hands on a copy of The Sleep and The Spindle
ReplyDeleteRed Queen sounds so good and I think I might need to grab that free book! I like the idea of Austen's worlds coming together, then maybe I'll like Emma a little bit more haha!
ReplyDeleteI've not read any of these, but Red Queen sounds good!
ReplyDeleteWe've practically got the same exact reading list!! Finished Z, in the middle of Maze Runner, and I have "Quiet" coming up!
ReplyDeleteI started reading Quiet and I already love it! It's fascinating!
ReplyDeleteRed Queen is amazing! If you pick it up, I hope you like it!
ReplyDeleteI like the Emma in this series more than the real Emma! She's still annoying, but less so haha!
ReplyDeleteNeil Gaiman can never do wrong in my book! I also want to pick up his latest, Trigger Warning!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I hope you like Red Queen!
ReplyDeleteI read Good Omens years ago and it was a struggle for me as well. I don't think I ever finished it, now that I think about it.
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful book!
ReplyDeleteI love Neil Gaiman too! I really want to read his latest, Trigger Warning.
ReplyDeleteAnd you can't go wrong when the Austen spin off is free! :)
ReplyDeleteYou're not stupid or lame! When I Googled the book to find out more A Beautiful Mess was the first thing that came up, so I completely understand the confusion! It confused me a bit too!
ReplyDeleteGood picks!
ReplyDeleteThanks! It's a fun and exciting read!
ReplyDeleteI haven't read any of these, but I just finished Matched by Ally Condie (so good!) and just started I Was Told There'd Be Cake by Sloane Crawford (good so far).
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you reminded us on fb! I've had such a hectic week but this has been on my to do list lol. I've been so eager to read this!
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