Jun 11, 2018

Cramathon TBR

The Cramathon readathon takes place from june 10th to june 17th 2018.This are the reading challenges and my picks for them:
1.A predicted 5 star book - Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
2.A book out of your comfort zone - Pelinul Negru by Ioana Nicolaie
3.A book that has been on your TBR a long time  -  The picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wild
4.A book that is LGBTQ+ ownvoices (yay pride month!) - Leah on the offbeat by Becky Albertalli
5.Something that is not a standard novel (graphic novel, audio, comic, novella, poetry, etc) -  Illuminae by Jay Kristoff and Ami Kaufman
6.A book that has your fav color on cover – Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater
7.Read 7 books – Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus by John Gray

May 27, 2018

And then there were none by Agatha Christie. A book review

And then there were none is a book written by Agatha Cristie in 1939 and published in the same year under the name of Ten Little Indians. The story is set is 1930 when ten guests are invited for a stay on Soldier Island, off the coast of England, by someone named U. N. Owen. Each of the guest bedrooms, and the dining room, contains a framed copy of a nursery rhyme, "Ten Little Soldiers," in which each of 10 soldiers dies, one by one; this rhyme turns out to be the framework for U. N. Owen's murderous plans.
 
The narrator is an unnamed omniscient individual, the point of view constantly shifting back and forth each of the ten characters, the story being related in a dark and sinister tone. And Then There Were None is an absolutely phenomenal book. Lots of suspense, mystery and action. This book will, for sure, keep you on the edge of your seat while you try to guess who the murderer is. 
I have mostly enjoyed the unexpected conclusion which added even more to the charm of this novel. Agatha Christie herself stated after finishing it that, Not only is the plot expertly and delicately crafted, but the characters are intensely unique and curious.The setting was mysterious, the characters’ personality was unique and very different, and the mystery itself fascinating! The constantly twisting narrative line made the best of this original story.
In 2015 And Then There Were None was voted the World's Favourite Christie in a global vote which saw fans from over 100 countries vote, being the most brilliantly plotted mystery of all time. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a fast-peaced book they won’t let out of their hands until the end!

Mar 5, 2018

Spring challenges

Hi everyone! To mark the beginning of spring, even though the weather hasn't been getting warmer, I decided to do a bucket list which also includes some reading challenges. This is what I came up with, so feel free to participate in any of these, and don't be shy to comment below on any plans you might have for this wonderful season! Also, I will try to come up with a guide that includes books that are suitable for all these challenges as well as a wrap-up of everything I managed to get done at the end of spring. Hope you will enjoy and with no further ado here are the challenges:

    Spring reading challenges
  1. Read a book with your initials on the cover
  2. Read a book that has been sitting on your shelf for over a year
  3. Read a book with your favorite color on the cover
  4. Read a book with green on the cover
  5. Read a contemporary love story
  6. Read a book with a text-only cover
  7. Read a book rated 5 stars by at least one of your friends
  8. Read a book that takes place in spring ( the story doesn't need to happen all throughout spring but it must include or expend over spring)
  • Bucket list:
    • go to the zoo;
    • have a 24h read-a-thon (either take part in one or do one for my own)
    • go for a daily run for a week (morning or evening)
    • work out at least 2 a week;
    • go to a farmer’s market;
    • go for a hike;
    • read at least one book a month;
    • go roller-blading;
    • make smoothies;
    • gardening & admire flowers;
    • travel to a new place;
    • read a library book 

Mar 1, 2018

Top 6 Thursday: Favorite romance books



Hi, guys! Here are my top 6 favorite romance books I've read so far. Hope you will enjoy!

1. Simon vs the homosapiens agenda by Becky Albertally - a review is coming soon

2. Simple perfection and Twisted perfection by Abbi Glines

3. Vampire academy by Reachelle Mead

4. Bitter sweet love by Jennifer L Armentrout

5. By your side by Kasie West - a review is coming soon

6. Unraveling you by Jessica Sorensen

 This is all for now! See you soon with another post! Bye :))

Feb 18, 2018

The selection by Kiera Cass. A review

The sebection by Kiera Cass
The first book in the selection series
Genre: Young Adult, Distopian
Review: 4 / 5 stars
Goodreads description:
For thirty-five girls, the Selection is the chance of a lifetime. The opportunity to escape the life laid out for them since birth. To be swept up in a world of glittering gowns and priceless jewels. To live in a palace and compete for the heart of gorgeous Prince Maxon.

But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her. Leaving her home to enter a fierce competition for a crown she doesn't want. Living in a palace that is constantly threatened by violent rebel attacks.

Then America meets Prince Maxon. Gradually, she starts to question all the plans she's made for herself—and realizes that the life she's always dreamed of may not compare to a future she never imagined.
Impressions and review:
I found this book to be a very pleasing, fascinating read. We follow the story of America Singer, a young girl who ends up competing for the prince's heart and becoming the next princess. Even though no one sees her as a threat due to her fiery temper and low position in society, she manages to hold her chance in front of all prejudices.
While I can easily admit that this isn't the most complex book in the world, nor the best written story of all, I found it to be very addicting. It is true that I haven't found all of America's decisions and reactions to be appropriate for the time and place she was in, but there were also times when I could have imagined myself as America, doing the same thing, having the same insecurities.
I am not a fast reader, however I have devoured this book as I finished it in only two days. I can highly recommend this book to anyone in search of a fast, enjoyable read. Although, one should keep in mind that this book is part of a series and it sets the love triangle for the next books, so if you don't feel like committing to a series or want to avoid love triangles in books perhaps this is not the book for you.
As for me, while I can understand why this book is not everyone's cup of tea, I am very glad that I have read it and I cannot wait to move on to the next book in the series because as it seems right now I am totally trash for this series.

Feb 15, 2018

Top 6 Thursday: Top 6 fictional boyfriends

As to still keep the Valentine's Day spirit alive, I thought it would be a nice idea to do a fictional boyfriends themed Top 6 Thursday. Here it's what I have so far, and please keep in mind that they are in no particular order. Enjoy!
 1. Liam from The boy who sneaks in my bedroom window by Kirsty Moseley
 
2.Woods from the Perfection series by Abbi Glines


3. John Logan from the Mistake by Elle Kennedy

4. Tarver Merendsen from These Broken Stars by Amie Kaufman & Megan Spooner

 5. . Caleb from Beware of bad boy by April Brookshire

6. Jesse from Crush by Chrissy Peebles


Honorable mentions:
Rush from The too far series by Abbi Glines

Flynn Cormac from This Shattered World by Amie Kaufman & Megan Spooner

Zayne from The Dark Elements series by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Garrett Graham from The Deal by Elle Kennedy

Feb 13, 2018

Valantine’s Day book Tag


Of course since Valentine’s Day is tomorrow I’ll be doing a kind of seasonal TAG and I am sooo excited! If you have been around for a while you know I haven’t done any book related TAGs for a long time now and I must admit I have missed it.
The original creator of this tag is CC’s Books.
1.) Stand Alone Book You Love
The boy who sneaks on my bedroom window by Kirsty Moseley
 
I gave this book 5 stars because it’s just so unique, deals with searious issues and has such an adorable romance! I am in love with this story! I have read it a year ago and I still think about it. Highly recommend it…..
2.) Dystopian Book You Love
The selection by Kiera Cass

I haven’t read much dystopian books so far, but the one that I enjoyed the most (might also be the fact that I also read it quite recently) is The Selection. This book is addictive and cheesy. I will post a review for it soon so if you want to find out more about it keep an eye out for that...
3.) A Book That You Love But No One Else Talks About
Beware of bad boy by April Brookshire
I have read the first two books from this trilogy and absolutely loved them. It is the story of Caleb and Gianna, who are stepbrothers and who fall in love. Their story follows Gianna’s coming of age, it tickles problems such as beauty in society, abusive relationships and much more. I can only highly recommend this trilogy as I don’t think words would make it enough justice!
4.) Favorite Book Couple
John Logan and Grace from the Mistake by Elle Kenedy

I totally loved their story. I think they are so cute together and perfect for one another. Also I find so real and raw all the things they've gone trough...This is a match made in haven and if you have read the book you know what I an talking about!
5.) Book That Other People Love But You Haven’t Read Yet
The hating game by Sally Thorne

The one that at the moment everyone has read and seem to love is the Hating Game and of course this isn't the only possible answer for this question... I have yet to read this book and find what it is about.

6.) A Book With Red on the Cover
Simon vs the homosapiens agenda
This is my current read and I really enjoy it so far and I can only keep reading it. As it seems for now I am going to finish it quite soon!
7.) A Book With Pink on the Cover
Did I mention I love you by Estelle Maskame

I had this book on my TBR for a while now and for some reason I still have to pick it up. The cover is absolutely gorgeous, though!
8.) You were given a box of chocolate what fictional boyfriend/ or girlfriend would given them to you.
Drew Jagger from Egomaniac by Vi Keeland or Garrett Graham from the Mistake by Elle Kennedy
Both of them are so sweet especially when they are in love. I can totally see them going out and about only to make their loved one happy. I can certainly see any of them gifting chocolate for Valentine's day!
9.) You are Single on Valentines Day. What Book would you read? What TV show would you watch? What Movie would you watch? 


 
For what I would read for Valentine’s day, considering that is tomorrow, I am going to choose my current reads, those being Clockwork angel by Cassandra Clare an Simon vs the homosapiens agenda. What TV show would I watch… well this gets a little tricky. I think I going with Flash, even though it’s more of an action show (that’s the only TV show I’m currently watching and have yet to seen all episodes that are out). And for a movie I think Baby Driver is the perfect choice especially that I have been meaning to see it for a while now.
Well if I was I’d be reading either “The Forbidden Wish” or “Daughter of Smoke and Bone”, watching no TV (because I don’t know of any romantic type shows I’d actually enjoy), and watching my favorite rom-com Sweet Home Alabama!
10.) You are in the Book Store. All of a Sudden you get shot with an arrow by Cupid. What New Release will you love?
Alluring Raven by Jessica Sorensen

From prior experiences with this writer I already know I love her work (I have read “Unraveling me”). This book just caught my eye! I’m sure I will love the story and as a bonus I absolutely adore the cover.

Feb 3, 2018

January wrap-up & february TBR

It seems like january is a great reading month for me. Last year I read 7 books in a month for the first time, now I have read 6, which is a lot for me. Here are the books I have read:
1. Harry Potter and the chamber of secrets by J.K. Rowlling (5/5 stars)
2. The selection by Kiera Cass (4/5 stars)
3. The rime of the ancient mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge (3.25/5 stars)
4. La belle dame sans merci by John Keats (4/5 stars)
5. Story of knights by Jane Bingham (2.5/5 stars)

6. The elite by Kiera Cass (3.5/5 stars)

As I don't succeed sticking to a TBR I'm going to try some challenges I set for myself at the begining of January. I decided that the number of challenges will be half of the numbers of books I have read last month so that I can play around with the books I want to read. These are the challenges I'm hoping to complete:
1. Read a nonfiction
2. Read a fairytale
3. Read Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Askaban by J.K. Rowling

Jan 18, 2018

Top 6 Thursday: anticipated books (first half of 2018)

These book are in no particular order. Enjoy!
1. The Wright Secret by K.A. Linde


I was just his best friend’s little sister.

But he was always more than that to me.

After twelve years of pining over Patrick’s easy smile, baby blues, and captivating charm, I decide to take matters into my own hands—and completely blow my chance.

Who knew a self-proclaimed manwhore would decide to be a gentleman the first time I’m naked in his bed? Definitely, not me. But when I land there again, neither of us has any intention of stopping.

There’s only one problem: nobody can know. Especially not my three older brothers. If they found out, all hell would break loose.

So I’m willing to keep our secret...

Because I want him Wright here, right now.

2. One Small Thing By Erin Watt

Beth’s life hasn’t been the same since her sister died. Her parents try to lock her down, believing they can keep her safe by monitoring her every move. When Beth sneaks out to a party one night and meets the new guy in town, Chase, she’s thrilled to make a secret friend. It seems a small thing, just for her.

Only Beth doesn’t know how big her secret really is…

Fresh out of juvie and determined to start his life over, Chase has demons to face and much to atone for, including his part in the night Beth’s sister died. Beth, who has more reason than anyone to despise him, is willing to give him a second chance. A forbidden romance is the last thing either of them planned for senior year, but the more time they spend together, the deeper their feelings get.

Now Beth has a choice to make—follow the rules, or risk tearing everything apart…again.
3. More Than Words by Mia Sheridan

The moment she met Callen Hayes, eleven-year-old Jessica Creswell knew he was a broken prince. Her prince. They became each other's refuge, a safe and magical place far from their troubled lives. Until the day Callen kissed her--Jessica's first real, dreamy kiss—and then disappeared from her life without a word.

Years later, everyone knows who Callen Hayes is. Famous composer. Infamous bad boy. What no one knows is that Callen's music is now locked deep inside, trapped behind his own inner demons. It's only when he withdraws to France to drink his way through the darkness that Callen stumbles into the one person who makes the music return. Jessica. His Jessie. And she still tastes of fresh, sweet innocence . . . even as she sets his blood on fire.

But they don't belong in each other's worlds anymore. There are too many mistakes. Too many secrets. Too many lies. All they have is that instinctive longing, that need—and something that looks dangerously like love.
4. xo, Zach By Kendall Ryan

The first time we met was at a party.

Your ex arrived to show off the person he'd left you for last month, and you asked me to pretend to be your date.

I was more than happy to help. You were attractive, smart and witty--and that kiss we shared? It left me wanting you for days.

The second time we met was in my office on campus where we were both surprised to discover you were the new master’s degree student in poetry that I would be working with. You promised to be professional. I did no such thing.

The late nights and intense study sessions spent alongside you majorly throw me off my game. I want you, and I fight with myself daily over this fact.

I know I'm crass, that my sexual innuendos and dirty mouth annoy you, but I live for those two bright spots of color in your cheeks. If that's the only reaction I can get out of you, I'll gladly take it.

You hate Mondays so every Monday I slip an anonymous poem into your bag and your smile gets me through the week.

I think I'm falling for you, and I know it's wrong. I know that I'm only supposed to be the adviser to your program and nothing more, but here's the thing. I think you're falling for me too.

xo, Zach

5. Until You’re Mine By Cindi Madsen

You might’ve heard of me, Shane Knox, the guy who rose quickly through the MMA fighter ranks, only to crash just as fast. No one cares about personal reasons when it comes to losing fights and money. I’m determined to get back to where I was. For you to hear my name again. I’ve finally convinced the owner of Team Domination to take a chance and get me back in fighting—and winning—shape. What I didn’t bargain for is the guy’s spitfire of a daughter. Factor in her two professional-fighter brothers who are acting as my coaches and the fact that my career hangs in the balance, and Brooklyn’s the last girl I should be fantasizing about.

The closer we get, the more I want Brooklyn. The stakes are high, and I know there’s a big chance of both of us getting hurt, but I won’t stop until she’s mine.

6. Prince Charming by C. D. Reiss

Keaton Bridge is exactly the kind of guy a straight-arrow like Cassie doesn’t need.

For one thing, he’s a criminal—and she fights crime for a living. And being criminally handsome isn’t helping her say no, either. Everything about him screams trouble, from his British accent to his mysterious past.

And Cassie doesn’t do trouble.

Keaton’s got his own trouble. He’s trying to go legit, and an FBI agent hanging around is the last thing that will help his credibility. All it took was one night of passion to sear her into his skin. Now he can’t imagine living happily ever after without her.

All they have to do is walk away.

But neither of them ever walks away from danger.
Honorable mentions:
Midnight blue by L.J. Shen

It should have been easy.
I needed the money. He needed a babysitter to keep him from snorting himself to death.
I was cherry-picked especially for him. Responsible. Optimistic. Warm. Innocent.
The worst part is that I should have known better.
Alex Winslow. British rock star. Serial heartbreaker. Casanova with whiskey eyes.
“Don’t get near the devil in a leather jacket. He’ll chew you up and spit you out.”
Guess what? I didn’t listen.
I signed the contract.
World tour. Three months. Four Continents. One hundred shows.
My name is Indigo Bellamy, and I sold my soul to a tattooed god.
Problem was, my soul wasn’t enough for Alex Winslow. He ended up taking my body, too.
Then he took my heart.
Then he took my all.
The Lost Castle by Kristy Cambron
A thirteenth century castle, Chateau de Doux Reves, has been forgotten for generations, left to ruin in a storybook forest nestled deep in France's picturesque Loire Valley. It survived a sacking in the French Revolution, was brought back to life and fashioned into a storybook chateau in the Gilded Age, and was eventually felled and deserted after a disastrous fire in the 1930s.

As Ellie Carver sits by her grandmother's bedside, she hears stories of a castle . . . of lost love and a hidden chapel that played host to a secret fight in the World War II French resistance. But her grandmother is quickly slipping into the locked-down world of Alzheimer's, and Ellie must act fast if she wants to uncover the truth of her family's history.

Sparked by the discovery of a long forgotten family heirloom, Ellie embarks on a journey to French wine country to uncover the mystery surrounding The Sleeping Beauty--the castle so named for Charles Perrault's beloved fairy tale--and unearth its secrets before they're finally silenced by time.

Set in three different time periods--the French Revolution, World War II, and present day--The Lost Castle is a story of loves won and lost, of battles waged, and an enchanted castle that inspired the epic fairy tales time left behind.