September 2, 2014 Young Adult Book Releases!

As Tuesdays approach, I get ever so excited for that is the day of the week that new book and dvd movies are releases for purchase. This Tuesday is no exception because there are a couple of books that I have been DYING to read. The first favorite of mine is Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas and I have been on high anxiety since I finished the previous book in the Throne of Glass series. I already listed this book in my last post so lets move on, shall we?

The Jewel (The Lone City #1) by Amy Ewing

“I did my best to keep you from crossing paths with this world. And I shall do my best to protect you now that you have.” Jessamin has been an outcast since she moved from her island home of Melei to the dreary country of Albion. Everything changes when she meets Finn, a gorgeous, enigmatic young lord who introduces her to the secret world of Albion’s nobility, a world that has everything Jessamin doesn’t—power, money, status…and magic. But Finn has secrets of his own, dangerous secrets that the vicious Lord Downpike will do anything to possess. Unless Jessamin, armed only with her wits and her determination, can stop him. Kiersten White captured readers’ hearts with her New York Times bestselling Paranormalcy trilogy and its effortless mix of magic and real-world teenage humor. She returns to that winning combination of wit, charm, and enchantment in Illusions of Fate, a sparkling and romantic new novel perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare, The Madman’s Daughter, and Libba Bray.

Trial by Fire (The Worldwalker Trilogy #1) by Josephine Angelini

This world is trying to kill Lily Proctor. Her life-threatening allergies keep her from enjoying experiences that others in her hometown of Salem take for granted, which is why she is determined to enjoy her first high school party with her best friend and longtime crush, Tristan. But after a humiliating incident in front of half her graduating class, Lily wishes she could just disappear. Suddenly, Lily is in a different Salem—one overrun with horrifying creatures and ruled by powerful women called Crucibles. Strongest and cruelest of them all is Lillian . . . Lily's other self in this alternate universe. What makes Lily weak at home is what makes her extraordinary in New Salem. In this confusing world, Lily is torn between responsibilities she can't hope to shoulder alone and a love she never expected.

Anatomy of a Misfit by Andrea Portes

This emotional, hilarious, devastating, and ultimately triumphant YA debut, based on actual events, recounts one girl’s rejection of her high school’s hierarchy—and her discovery of her true self in the face of tragedy. Fall’s buzzed-about, in-house favorite. Outside, Anika Dragomir is all lip gloss and blond hair—the third most popular girl in school. Inside, she’s a freak: a mix of dark thoughts, diabolical plots, and, if local chatter is to be believed, vampire DNA (after all, her father is Romanian). But she keeps it under wraps to maintain her social position. One step out of line and Becky Vilhauer, first most popular girl in school, will make her life hell. So when former loner Logan McDonough shows up one September hotter, smarter, and more mysterious than ever, Anika knows she can’t get involved. It would be insane to throw away her social safety for a nerd. So what if that nerd is now a black-leather-jacket-wearing dreamboat, and his loner status is clearly the result of his troubled home life? Who cares if the right girl could help him with all that, maybe even save him from it? Who needs him when Jared Kline, the bad boy every girl dreams of, is asking her on dates? Who? Anatomy of a Misfit is Mean Girls meets The Perks of Being a Wallflower, and Anika’s hilariously deadpan delivery will appeal to readers for its honesty and depth. The so-sad-it’s-funny high school setting will pull readers in, but when the story’s dark foreboding gradually takes over, the devastating penultimate tragedy hits like a punch to the gut. Readers will ride the highs and lows alongside funny, flawed Anika — from laughter to tears, and everything in between.

Don't Touch by Rachel M. Wilson

A powerful story of a girl who is afraid to touch another person’s skin, until the boy auditioning for Hamlet opposite her Ophelia gives her a reason to overcome her fears. Step on a crack, break your mother’s back. Touch another person’s skin, and Dad’s gone for good. Caddie can’t stop thinking that if she keeps from touching another person’s skin, her parents might get back together... which is why she wears full-length gloves to school and covers every inch of her skin. It seems harmless at first, but Caddie’s obsession soon threatens her ambitions as an actress. She desperately wants to play Ophelia in her school’s production of Hamlet. But that would mean touching Peter, who’s auditioning for the title role—and kissing him. Part of Caddie would love nothing more than to kiss Peter—but the other part isn't sure she's brave enough to let herself fall. Perfect for fans of Laurie Halse Anderson, this debut novel from Rachel M. Wilson is a moving story of a talented girl who's fighting an increasingly severe anxiety disorder, and the friends and family who stand by her.

Forged by Desire (London Steampunk #4) by Bec McMaster

Captain Garret Reed of the Nighthawk guard has a deadly mission: capture a steel-jawed monster preying on women. He hates to put his partner, Perry, in jeopardy, but she’s the best bait he has. Little does he realize, he’s about to be caught in his own trap. Perry has been half in love with Garrett for years, but this is not exactly the best time to start a relationship—especially when their investigation leads them directly into the clutches of the madman she thought she’d escaped...

Ghost Layer (Ghost Seer #2) by Robin D. Owens

What lies beneath… Clare Cermak’s adjusting to a new man in her life—and a lot of ghosts. The passing of Clare’s aunt gave way to a sizeable inheritance of not only money, but also the ability to communicate with the dead. At the same time, she met Zach Slade, a private detective with a rough past, and just like Clare, he’s not yet ready to accept her gift—or his own. But Clare has another matter to look into. A multimillionaire needs her help after relocating an old ghost town to his mountain estate. The bones of a murdered prospector are making nightly appearances in his guests’ beds. When the gold miner’s ghost contacts Clare, she promises to help find the name of his killer—but someone doesn't want the past revealed and might find her first…

2014 Books That Are Coming Out!

Hello ALL!
So I'm back! I have been reading sooooo many books this past year and many of them are part of a series, making it UNBEARABLE to have to wait for the next installment. However, although Fall is upon the good old USofA, there is a plethora of amazing books to watch out for. My genre interests have been hopping around all over the place but that justs makes my book lists that much more interesting. There are almost too many to name but here are a few to look out for that I HIGHLY RECOMMEND:
Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass #3) by Sarah J. Maas
Release date: September 2nd, 2014

Book Description:
Lost and broken, Celaena Sardothien’s only thought is to avenge the savage death of her dearest friend: as the King of Adarlan’s Assassin, she is bound to serve this tyrant, but he will pay for what he did. Any hope Celaena has of destroying the king lies in answers to be found in Wendlyn. Sacrificing his future, Chaol, the Captain of the King’s Guard, has sent Celaena there to protect her, but her darkest demons lay in that same place. If she can overcome them, she will be Adarlan’s biggest threat – and his own toughest enemy. While Celaena learns of her true destiny, and the eyes of Erilea are on Wendlyn, a brutal and beastly force is preparing to take to the skies. Will Celaena find the strength not only to win her own battles, but to fight a war that could pit her loyalties to her own people against those she has grown to love?

Okay, so I have read EVERY one of the Throne of Glass books including the novellas. I cannot possibly get across in words just how much I freakin love this series. You are doing yourself a huge dis-service for not reading them if you have not by now.

Mortal Heart (His Fair Assassin #3) by Robin LaFevers
Release Date: November 4th, 2014

Book Description:
Annith has watched her gifted sisters at the convent come and go, carrying out their dark dealings in the name of St. Mortain, patiently awaiting her own turn to serve Death. But her worst fears are realized when she discovers she is being groomed by the abbess as a Seeress, to be forever sequestered in the rock and stone womb of the convent. Feeling sorely betrayed, Annith decides to strike out on her own. She has spent her whole life training to be an assassin. Just because the convent has changed its mind doesn't mean she has...

Ugh, so I just realized that this book is being released on one of my ex's birthdays which happened to be a particularly revolting breakup. HOWEVER, I will not let that overshadow this book for November 4th shall hereby be known as AWESOME BOOK RELEASE DAY! I have read the first book in this series, Grave Mercy,which was a brilliant read. Much like the Throne of Glass series, it is basically about a bad ass chick delivering some instant death or pain on peeps. Admittedly, I have not read the second book yet and therefore cannot move on to the third installment that is about to be released but not from lack of interest. I just have a bad habit of book hopping so I will definitely get back to this series ASAP and I hope that you guys do it to!

Gathering Darkness (Falling Kingdoms #3) by Morgan Rhodes, Michelle Rowen
Release Date: December 9th, 2014

Book Description:
In GATHERING DARKNESS, book three of the New York Times bestselling Falling Kingdoms series, the stakes have never been higher as three teams push forward on a race to find the Kindred, the four elemental crystals possessing ancient all-powerful magic, first: TEAM WATCHER relies on King Gaius’s cruelty and Lucia’s powers to unlock the Kindred. TEAM CLEO slays with sweetness and the secret that they hold the key to controlling Lucia’s overwhelming magic. TEAM KRAESHIA will stop at nothing—including deceit and betrayal—to seize the Kindred and claim Mytica as their own. Whoever wins will control the fate of Mytica—but fate can be fickle when magic is involved…

So here is another series that I have to shamefully admit I have not read yet. It's surprising, this kind of book is right up my alley of genre interest. I have heard nothing but good things about this series so how about all of us get off our asses and read these books?!

I'm BACK everybody!

Hello my little book fiends! I apologize for the waaaaaaaay long delay since my last post. I have been through hell this past year with my health and also with my father's health. Life has been hard but my one constant friend was my Kindle Fire and my love for reading. I have read sooooooo many books and am getting back into blogging to let you know what is coming up for book releases. So stay tuned! I will also be opening my online store for random crap and you definitely don't want to miss that, I make some amazing stuff from clothes, hair accessories to natural body and hair products. See you soon!