Location: Canada
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Nov. 19, 2011
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Biography
Bookaholic. Lover of all things paranormal. Romance junkie.
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Books
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Angel Evolution
on Jan. 10, 2012
I liked this book. It didn't wow me like some angel books but it was good. One thing it really did have going for it was the unique take on Angels and Demons. I liked that there was no religious angle. The plot was really good and made me want to keep reading to find out what would happen. The phrase: "trust no one" comes to mind since you don't know who is the lying and who is being sincere. I think the reason the book fell a little flat for me was the character development of the two main characters: Taylor & Gabriel. It was hard to relate to them up until the last twenty-five percent or so of the story. The story is told in 3rd person so I felt this had something to do with that. However, I found myself being drawn more to and caring more for the two side characters: Sam & Chris. I loved their relationship. I do recommend giving this book a try. It was quite interesting but have the second book waiting as it ends on a pretty big cliffhanger!
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Dream Catcher
on Jan. 19, 2012
I really liked this short novella. It's a love story with a paranormal twist. The plot was good .. once I started I didn't put it down until I finished. Despite being short, the characters were fairly well developed. Since it is a novella, the love between the two main characters developed rather quickly but it didn't seem forced. The author makes it seem very natural. There was not a lot of action, mostly focusing on the relationship between Breena and Ciaran. It ends abruptly which did seem a little off but if you don't mind a cliffhanger than this shouldn't bother you. Overall, it was an enjoyable read and I will read the next in the series.
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The Curse Girl
on April 28, 2012
This is a cute little read. It is a re-telling of the classic 'Beauty and the Beast' fairy tale. It was actually fairly accurate to the original as the author kept a lot of the same elements with just a little twist. Even though this is a novella the characters are fairly well developed and you are able to care for them. The only thing I would have changed would be a little more of a back story about her family. In saying that, I understand it is very hard to have a lot of detailed info in a short story. I recommend this little gem. If you like fairy tale re-tellings than this one will not disappoint!
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What Kills Me
on Aug. 11, 2012
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. This is such a unique and interesting vampire story. Vampires have been done over and over again in young adult paranormal lit but Wynne brings in a totally different spin. Her 'history' of how vampires came to be and the prophecy was original and entertaining. I loved the main character, Zee. She is tough and loyal. I also loved her 'relationship' to Lucas, who by the way is a total hottie. The banter they had going and the tension between them was smoldering. I loved how he called her "school girl" and "killer". Wynne weaves an interesting and suspenseful plot. I found that I had to keep reading and there were no 'slow' parts that some books have. And, Wynne can still make you laugh. Below is one of my favourite short scenes from the novel. **I stood on the couch, its plush cushion swallowing my feet, and pointed to the floor with my empty bottle. The insect scuttled across the tiles and under the fridge. I looked up at Lucas and Kinman. No one spoke. I relaxed my expression. "Sorry," I said. "It tried to get into my pants."** I also loved the setting being in Italy. The descriptions were fun to read about. Overall, this is a great young adult paranormal romance that I highly recommend.
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Frost
on Aug. 11, 2012
I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. This is the second book I have read by Kate Avery Ellison. I read and loved her retelling of Beauty and the Beast called The Curse Girl. Frost was no different. Kate is excellent at world building and her writing is detailed and descriptive without being tedious. I loved her descriptions of the forests of the Frost and the village it surrounded. Every time Lia went into the Frost my heart was in my chest fearing she would encounter a watcher. Kate is great at keeping you in suspense from page one through to the end. Her characters are realistic and stick with you after the story has ended. I fell in love with Lia. She is determined and loyal and puts her family ahead of herself. Gabe is such a sweetie. I really hope we get to see more of him in book two. The only minor critique that I have is that it was a little on the short side. While being descriptive, I felt it could of had a little more action. All in all, a great read that I highly recommend if you like young adult fantasy. I am eagerly waiting for Thorns.
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Meeting Destiny
on Aug. 11, 2012
I received a free copy (before it was free to everyone) of this novel in exchange for an honest review. This is a great book. It is first and formost a love story. I had thought it was considered aparanormal romance but after reading it I would only classify it as slightly paranormal. It started off a little slow but quickly picked up. I loved the relationship between the two main characters and the plot was unique and interesting. I haven't read a book that has a similar plot. I would recommned this to anyone who wants to read a love story. I will be reading the second book very soon.
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Reign of Blood
on Aug. 11, 2012
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for a honest review. 2.5 Stars This book was kind of so so for me. I can't say I didn't like it because I did but it didn't elicit strong feelings from me either. I think the biggest reason I didn't love it was that I had a really hard time connecting with the main character. The Good: - The opening line! "Never tease anything that wants to eat you" How amazing is that? - The concept was great! I loved that it was a dystopian-vampire mix because you don't get that very often. - The feral vampires. I really liked that they were portrayed as "zombie-like" ie: as mindless eating machines because, again, that is not very common. - The description. The author is very detailed and paints a vivid mental picture of the "apocalyptic Las Vegas" The Not So Good: -Introduction of the "not so mindless" vampires..then it becomes more of your typical young adult novel with good(ish)vampires vs evil(ish) vampires. -The repetition of certain phrases. If I had heard "Blood and Ichor" ONE more time I may have screamed. Overall, it was a decent read and I recommend you give it a try for yourself. It has gotten some rave reviews so don't let one opinion stop you.
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Captive in the Dark (The Dark Duet)
on Aug. 12, 2012
I'm REALLY not sure what to write. Forgive me if this review is all over the place. Is this book disturbing? Yes. But that in no way means I didn't enjoy it. It's one of those books that you can't help but think about long after you've finished it. Livvie and Caleb are two very disturbed, broken people in very different ways. It is told from alternating points of view. Livvie's is told in first person and Caleb's is told in third person. I think this is very important. The parts Livvie tells make you feel so much for her. I cried, I held my breath, & I was sick to my stomach. But then you see Caleb's side and you start to feel for him. I honestly never thought I would but then I did. I felt sorry for an incredibly broken man. Do I agree with what went on in the book? No. But it is fiction. And, in fiction, especially dark fiction such as this, the more the book captures me the more I want to read it. This book sucks you in and even though at times you can't believe what is happening it still effects you. I cried for both Caleb and Livvie. I absolutely cannot wait for the second book to see how their story ends. C.J. Roberts has wrote such an emotional book. If you can handle this type of story, I highly recommend it. It got to me in ways I cannot describe.
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Five
on Aug. 14, 2012
I received a free copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. First, I need to say I have never read anything quite like this before. The plot is so unique and interesting. Christie Rich captures you in her world of the fae. Rayla is a likable character. She deals as best she can with a world she never knew existed and is forced into. The story keeps you guessing right until the end. Who do you trust? It ends on a cliffhanger leaving you wanting more. It does have a love triangle which I thought was very fitting in this case. It could have been a hexagon but it comes down to two lords in the end. Honestly, if I were Rayla I wouldn't know who to pick. I highly recommend this book! I can't wait to dig into the next book in the series, Dark Matter!