New Mortal Instruments Trailer

I'M SO EXCITED!!!!!

I NEED TO WATCH THIS NOW!

HODGE AND SIMON ARE PERFECT!

I watched this the moment it came out, but seeing as how I had to get back to studying because of the monumental amount of tests I had the next day, I couldn't post my response. But alas, here it is in the form of gifs and valley girl words!

At first I was all OMG THIS IS GOING TO BE AMAZING.

Then it started playing and Jace appeared and I was all like

But then Jace SPOKE and Clary put out her hand.

 

And I was all like WHAT? MUDAAAANNNNEEE? 

I knew they were going to have British accents, but SERIOUSLY?! Jace just sounds weird.

 I know once I see that he's still the Jace I love, cocky jerk and all, then I'll be happy.

But for now all I have left is watching and rewatching the trailer as my friends console me.

So yeah. WATCH THE TRAILER AND BE AMAZED.

Review: Sweet Evil by Wendy Higgins

Sweet Evil (The Sweet Trilogy #1)
by Wendy Higgins

Paperback, 447 pages
Published May 1st 2012 by HarperTeen

Glasses:   1.6

Embrace the Forbidden
What if there were teens whose lives literally depended on being bad influences?
This is the reality for sons and daughters of fallen angels.
Tenderhearted Southern girl Anna Whitt was born with the sixth sense to see and feel emotions of other people. She’s aware of a struggle within herself, an inexplicable pull toward danger, but Anna, the ultimate good girl, has always had the advantage of her angel side to balance the darkness within. It isn’t until she turns sixteen and meets the alluring Kaidan Rowe that she discovers her terrifying heritage and her willpower is put to the test. He’s the boy your daddy warned you about. If only someone had warned Anna.
Forced to face her destiny, will Anna embrace her halo or her horns?

My Thoughts.

There are no words to describe how hard it was for me to finish this book. The only thing that pulled me though was the fact that I had wasted ten bucks on it. I didn't want to waste money so I had to read it. 

There were three main reasons why I hated this book so much. 

1.) Anna Whitt and Kaidan were bipolar, unrealistic, and indecisive characters that kept making choices and saying things that were completely stupid. Anna was prude, annoying, and so extremely wishy-washy.

2.)All the other characters seemed really annoying. All the other Nephilim, her step mom, her dad, Jay, that ridiculously old nun; they all could have been really interesting, but instead their turned into placid still characters with terrible dialogue.

3.) The story was ridiculous. Granted the plot picked up at a few places, even to the point where I was honestly engaged. But why was the road trip necessary? Did she really have to spend a huge chunk of the book trying to meet a dead nun that would give them a sword that would do practically nothing for the rest of the book? Give me a break.

Throughout the entire book I felt like strangling one of the characters. They all just seem so stupid and it turned me off. I really hoped at least someone had common sense, but they didn't.

That being said, I did think that the plot was very original. I might want to pick it up again in a couple of months to see if I still feel the same way, but I doubt I will. I know it's a pretty popular book among my friends, but if your in a critical mood with high expectations, stay away.

Read at your own risk.

Review: The Space Between by Brenna Yovanoff

The Space Between
by Brenna Yovanoff
Hardcover, 365 pages
Published November 14th 2011 by Razorbill

Glasses: 3.0

Daphne is the half-demon, half-fallen angel daughter of Lucifer and Lilith. Life for her is an endless expanse of time, until her brother Obie is kidnapped—and Daphne realizes she may be partially responsible.
Determined to find him, Daphne travels from her home in Pandemonium to the vast streets of Earth, where everything is colder and more terrifying. With the help of the human boy she believes was the last person to see her brother alive, Daphne glimpses into his dreams, discovering clues to Obie’s whereabouts. As she delves deeper into her demonic powers, she must navigate the jealousies and alliances of the violent archangels who stand in her way.

My Thoughts:

I'm slightly ambivalent about it. I really liked it, but I didn't love it. The books about  Daphne, a demon who doesn't quite belong down below, but not exactly on earth either. But when her brother Obie disappears up above, she has to leave hell to go find him on earth. With the help from Truman, a boy who was the last person to see her brother, they go out  From this entire book, the thing that I loved most was the plot. It was riddled with mystery. action, romance, and filled with emotion to the brim. I'm not afraid to admit that I teared up a little bit during math class, well it was that and the crazy hard derivatives we're supposed to be learning - but that's besides the point.

I read it quickly and really enjoyed it. The romance between Daphne and Trueman is cute enough to want to cheer for them, but I think it lacked a little chemistry. I mean, I know he loves her, but... *shurgs* I just couldn't get into them. And Raymie? I'm sorry, but that baby was just weird. I was say anymore because I'll be spoiling some stuff, but she freaked me out. It's like Renesmee all over again. The mystery made up what I liked in most of the book. Find out who was who and what was happening kept me turning the pages.

I wasn't a big fan of the end. Maybe it was because I didn't get it the first time I read it, but I think the bath tub was unnecessary (just read it and you'll know what I'm talking about). Other than that, if you're into dark depressing stuff, a quick romance that tries to be dark, but just ends up being sort of light, or just want a good book to read try The Space Between. :)

Review: Angels Blood by Nalini Singh

Angels' Blood (Guild Hunter #1)

by Nalini Singh 

Mass Market Paperback, 339 pages

Published March 3rd 2009 by Berkley

Glasses: 4.9999999

Vampire hunter Elena Deveraux knows she is the best- but she does not know if even she is good enough for this job. Hired by the dangerously beautiful archangel Raphael, a being so lethal that no mortal wants his attention, Elena knows failure is not an option—even if the task is impossible.
Because this time, it's not a wayward vamp she has to track. It's an archangel gone bad.
The job will put Elena in the midst of a killing spree like no other—and pull her to the razor's edge of passion. Even if the hunt does not destroy her, succumbing to Raphael’s seductive touch just might. For when archangels play, mortals break.

My Thoughts.
One of my friends practically shoved this down my throat. There were phrases thrown out like, "It's so good! You'll love it!" and,"It's better than the Fever series." I was really hesistant to read it, because, quite frankly, I didn't think anything could be as good as Mac and Barron, but I'm really glad I was wrong, because it was just as good. Now, I'm before I continue, I'd like to briefly point out that Angels' Blood good is on whole other spectrum than Harry Potter good, and that's that.

I was skimming through the goodreads reviews and I saw a gif that was a complete representation as to what I was feeling at the time.

 

Yes. You will feel like the minions after you read this book. All the feelings! Gahh...
I could fangirl for the rest of this post, but instead I'll stop.

Angels' Blood is not only an amazing romance, but it's filled with action, witty banter, mystery, murder, crime, fantasy, hot guys, a strong feminine heroine, and everything else that makes up an amazing book.

So, you may wonder, why I didn't give it 5 glasses? Well, there were some things that I didn't like about it, abet, they were tiny, but they made me give it that -.01. First off, the romance was a bit too fast. I knew this was supposed to be a series when I started reading, and I like my romances slow, but it was almost instant satisfaction - granted its towards the end of the book - but whatever. There where other little minor things like the weird twists and stuff, but I can totally over look those minor flaws.

So yeah, in teenager speak: THIS. BOOK. WAS. AWESOME.

My New Books (1)

The festival yesterday set me up on a huge book splurge and I kinda spent a copious amount of my allowance on some reading material. Plus I've added some random books I've bought over the past month. You know those people on the couponing shows that love to keep stockpiles of food? Well I think I'm becoming one of them - with books.

Fateful by Claudia Gray

Hardcover, 328 pages
Published September 13th 2011 by HarperTeen

A tragic tale about falling in love on the world’s most infamous ill-fated sea voyage as heroine, Tess, discovers darker secrets that lie beneath the doomed crossing… and a hidden brotherhood that threaten to tear her lover from her forever.

Lola and the Boy Next Door by Stephanie Perkins *signed

Hardcover, 338 pages
Published September 29th 2011 by Dutton Books

Budding designer Lola Nolan doesn’t believe in fashion . . . she believes in costume. The more expressive the outfit -- more sparkly, more fun, more wild -- the better. But even though Lola’s style is outrageous, she’s a devoted daughter and friend with some big plans for the future. And everything is pretty perfect (right down to her hot rocker boyfriend) until the dreaded Bell twins, Calliope and Cricket, return to the neighborhood.
When Cricket -- a gifted inventor -- steps out from his twin sister’s shadow and back into Lola’s life, she must finally reconcile a lifetime of feelings for the boy next door.

Let it Snow by John Green, Maureen Johnson (Goodreads Author), Lauren Myracle 

Paperback, 352 pages
Published October 2nd 2008 by Speak
(I know it's not Christmas, but I needed to buy one of John Green's books to be able to meet him.)

Sparkling white snowdrifts, beautiful presents wrapped in ribbons, and multicolored lights glittering in the night through the falling snow. A Christmas Eve snowstorm transforms one small town into a romantic haven, the kind you see only in movies. Well, kinda. After all, a cold and wet hike from a stranded train through the middle of nowhere would not normally end with a delicious kiss from a charming stranger. And no one would think that a trip to the Waffle House through four feet of snow would lead to love with an old friend. Or that the way back to true love begins with a painfully early morning shift at Starbucks. Thanks to three of today?s bestselling teen authors?John Green, Maureen Johnson, and Lauren Myracle?the magic of the holidays shines on these hilarious and charming interconnected tales of love, romance, and breathtaking kisses.

Envy (The Fallen Angels #3) by J.R. Ward 

Paperback {not in photo}
Published September 6th 2011 by Piatkus Books

Seven deadly sins. Seven souls to save. And a man and a woman treading the lines of danger, desire and deliverance ...As the son of a serial killer, homicide detective Thomas DelVecchio Jr grew up in the shadow of evil. Now, on the knife-edge between civic duty and blind retribution, he atones for the sins of his father. Hired to monitor Veck is Internal Affairs officer Sophia Reilly, whose interest in Veck is both professional and arousingly personal. But Veck and Sophia have a common interest. He's Jim Herron, a mysterious stranger enlisted to save the soul of a killer's latest victim, one precariously hovering between heaven and hell. Before Herron's job is done, Veck and Sophia will be inexorably drawn into a battle of good against evil, where the risk is nothing less than total damnation.

Angels' Blood (Guild Hunter #1) by Nalini Singh 

eBook, 339 pages
Published March 3rd 2009 by Berkley

Vampire hunter Elena Deveraux knows she is the best- but she does not know if even she is good enough for this job. Hired by the dangerously beautiful archangel Raphael, a being so lethal that no mortal wants his attention, Elena knows failure is not an option—even if the task is impossible.
Because this time, it's not a wayward vamp she has to track. It's an archangel gone bad.
The job will put Elena in the midst of a killing spree like no other—and pull her to the razor's edge of passion. Even if the hunt does not destroy her, succumbing to Raphael’s seductive touch just might. For when archangels play, mortals break.

Review: Crave by J.R. Ward

Crave (The Fallen Angels #2)

by J.R. Ward

Mass Market Paperback, 454 pages

Published October 5th 2010 by Signet

Glasses: 4.4

Seven deadly sins. Seven souls that must be saved. One more no-holds- barred battle between a fallen angel with a hardened heart and a demon with everything to lose.
Isaac Rothe is a black ops soldier with a dark past and a grim future. The target of an assassin, he finds himself behind bars, his fate in the hands of his gorgeous public defender Grier Childe. His hot attraction to her can only lead to trouble-and that's before Jim Heron tells him his soul is in danger. Caught up in a wicked game with the demon who shadows Jim, Isaac must decide whether the soldier in him can believe that true love is the ultimate weapon against evil.

My Thoughts.
Gah... there are many, many things I want to say about this book. About how Issac's vulnerability is just super cute, or that the twist towards the end of the book made me gasp out loud. Sigh. It's was pretty awesome. Although, not as awesome as the first book, which was sort of a bummer.

After the last success that Jim had in Covet, he returns in this novel ready to continue his fight for humanity. This time he has to save his ex-partner for his days in the secret XOps, Issac Rothe. After he gets arrested for an underground fight club, its up to Heron to keep him alive.

We get to learn a lot more about Jim's past, including Matthias, his old boss, and just what exactly happened to them before he left. It doesn't hurt that all of the characters were amazing. Issac's just one of those guys that you might know. Despite his tight situation, he's just one of those guys that you can't help but love. And Grier Childe, his love interest, is a perfect match. His attorney, she's tough and stands her own in this world full of men. Childe is smart and what I think we wish we could be sometimes. However, sometimes she did get a bit annoying, that's one of the main reasons why I think the first book was a bit better. I could relate more to Mary, where as Grier almost seemed to perfect.

Despite a few slow moments, the scenes that we got from all of the characters kept me going through. J.R. Ward's writing is great and the twists and turns in her plot wouldn't let me put it down. Seriously... the ending freaked me out and I definitely can't wait to read Envy. >.<

Review: Silence by Becca Fitzpatrick

Silence by Becca Fitzpatrick

Hardcover, 438 pages

Published October 4th 2011 by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing   

Glasses: 4.3

Fitzpatrick delivers the breathtaking third book to the "New York Times"-bestselling Hush, Hush saga. Armed with nothing but their absolute faith in each other, Patch and Nora enter a desperate fight to stop a villain who holds the power to shatter everything they've worked for--and their love--forever.

So I know it seems I've been reading a lot of Fitzpatrick, but I swear, once the last book comes out I'll be finished with it. It's just that Patch is amazing. I went to Barnes and Nobles the other day and I say Hush, Hush on display in the recommended section. Underneath it in the little comment box they have, it said, "Patch is the badass Edward wishes he could be." And yeah, I totally get that. He has that whole cool dark, mysterious bad boy thing going on that just so.... so..... *swoon*. See, I lack the words to describe my feelings for Patch right now, so I'll just move on.

I have to admit I hated the beginning of the book. You quickly learn that Nora has lost all of her memory since the last book. Everything that's ever happened to her that includes Patch, fallen angels, or nephilim (did I spell that right?), is completely wiped out. I was teetering on the edge of insanity and frustration to get to the end of it, but as you can see I did. And I have to say the ending really redeems itself. It's starts off a bit oddly but gains its ground quickly. Eventually, I thought it was kinda cool that I knew more than Nora did (although, that normally happens anyways, she's not that bright of a character). There are still those moments when I couldn't help but groan at the situations she gets herself into, but that's what made this book so great. With Hank and Scott bother returning the stakes are higher and mystery is deeper. I really got into it and voiced my frustration during the good times and the bad times.

With the ending they give I can't wait to see how Nora and Patch's relationship plays out in the last book. Finale better be awesome or I'm going to be very upset.

Sneak Peek Sunday (2)

A Temptation of Angels by Michelle Zink

Hardcover, 448 pages

Expected publication: March 20th 2012 by Dial Books for Young Readers

Even angels make mistakes in this page-turning epic romance... 
When her parents are murdered before her eyes, sixteen-year-old Helen Cartwright finds herself launched into an underground London where a mysterious organization called the Dictata controls the balance of good and evil. Helen learns that she is one of three remaining angelic descendants charged with protecting the world's past, present, and future. Unbeknownst to her, she has been trained her whole life to accept this responsibility. Now, as she finds herself torn between the angelic brothers protecting her and the devastatingly handsome childhood friend who wants to destroy her, she must prepare to be brave, to be hunted, and above all to be strong, because temptation will be hard to resist, even for an angel. 
Michelle Zink masterfully weaves historical fantasy with paranormal romance to create a gripping tale of love and betrayal.

 Paranormal Romance + Fantasy + History Fiction + YA = MY FAVORITE THINGS. There are no words to describe how much I want to read this book right now...

Review: Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick

Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick

Hardcover, 427 pages

Published October 19th 2010 by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing

Rating: 3.4 Glasses

Nora Grey's life is still far from perfect. Surviving an attempt on her life wasn't pleasant, but at least she got a guardian angel out of it: a mysterious, magnetic, gorgeous guardian angel. But, despite his role in her life, Patch has been acting anything but angelic. He's more elusive than ever and even worse, he's started spending time with Nora's arch-enemy, Marcie Millar. 

Nora would have hardly noticed Scott Parnell, an old family friend who has moved back to town, if Patch hadn't been acting so distant. Even with Scott's totally infuriating attitude Nora finds herself drawn to him - despite her lingering feeling that he's hiding something. 

Haunted by images of her murdered father, and questioning whether her nephilim bloodline has anything to do with his death, Nora puts herself increasingly in dangerous situations as she desperately searches for answers. But maybe some things are better left buried, because the truth could destroy everything - and everyone - she trusts.

So I picked up Crescendo at the library the other day and I just finished. Filled with mystery, a lot of miscommunication, and sketchy characters, the second novel definitely continues Hush, Hush's legacy of angel love, if that's even what you'd call it. 

I really wanted to love this book. I wanted to swoon over it like I did with Hush, Hush and fall in love all over again with Patch, but I just couldn't. As good as Crescendo was, it didn't live up to my expectations. I found myself  constantly getting upset with Nora and Patch. If they just talked and listened to each other like normal people do in relationships, none of their problems would have existed.

But if you look past all of that the book is actually a really good read. The death of Nora's father comes in to play as you try and figure out what really did occur that dark night years ago. Then there's a weird thing going on with Patch and Marcie that leads to a problem with his and Nora's relationship. Vee plays a larger role in Nora's life in Crescendo and she's a lot more bearable than her attitude in the first book. She's dating Rixon throughout the novel after she was introduced to him by Patch.

Although the Patch and Nora action isn't as much in the book when they are together you're either annoyed with Patch or just frustrated that they can't be cute and get along most of the time. 

Despite the fact that I didn't really like it as Hush, Hush, it was a follow up to an amazing start of a series and I can't wait to get my hands on Silence. I mean, who can't help but love Patch, no matter how stupid he can get.

Review: Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick

Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick

Hardcover, 391 pages

Published October 13th 2009 by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing

Rating: 4.4 Glasses

Summary:

For Nora Grey, romance was not part of the plan. She's never been particularly attracted to the boys at her school, no matter how much her best friend, Vee, pushes them at her...until Patch comes along.  With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see inside her, Nora is drawn to him against her better judgment, but after a series of terrifying encounters, Nora's not sure whom to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is, and to know more about her than her closest friends. She can't decide whether she should fall into his arms or run and hide. And when she tries to seek some answers, she finds herself near a truth that is far more unsettling than anything Patch makes her feel.  For Nora is right in the middle of an ancient battle between the immortal and those that have fallen - and when it comes to choosing sides, the wrong choice will cost her life.

My Thoughts


I've heard a lot of bad things about this book. Some of the reviews online weren't very nice and a few of my friends even condemned it their never read again pile. So, I'm not exaggerating when I say I was a little bit more than nervous to read this book. But despite my hesitance I cleared my mind of all bias (well as much as I could hope to) and began reading and lo and behold, I really, really, really liked it.


Patch is just the right amount of badass-ary and cockiness to make you love him. Nora, although she seems a little dull, reminds me a bit of Bella with more spunk in her step. She's speaks up and has Vee, her quirky best friend to help her survive their sex-ed like version of biology class. With Patch her new desk partner, you realise that he's as much of an idiot as he is a mysterious bundle of hotness on legs. I hate subjecting these fictional guys, but you can't help it. Patch is just Patch.

I have to admit that the writing's not the greatest. There were even some story lines in the book that seemed really unnecessary or didn't add much of the story at all. Also, some of the characters are border line obnoxious. But I think that the overall story that's trying to be told overshadows a lot of these things.


If you liked Twilight you're going to love this book. Although, if you're one of the twi-haters out there, you might want to stay away. Vee can get annoying sometimes and there are quiet a lot of parallels in both of the plots.


But besides being a lot like Twilight, it was a perfectly good read and I can't wait to get my hands on the next one. The ending of Hush, Hush was completely satisfactory and I could've been happy with just that one book. There was no dramatic cliff hanger and there weren't any huge gaping questions unanswered. 


With side characters and police investigations in the midst of Nora's confusing relationship with Patch Hush, Hush was definitely worth my time.


What I Liked.

• The Cover. I'm going to be shallow for a second and say the cover of this book is really incredibly pretty....
• The Angels. I can now finally say I've thoroughly enjoyed a good angel themed romance novel!
• Patch. He's mysterious and broods just the right amount to make it okay that's he a cocky bastard sometimes. Plus it doesn't hurt that he's extremely good looking.
• The Romance. It was sweet and although it bordered weird and kind of psychotic at some points, I think it worked out very well. Nora and Patch fit perfectly together.
• Their biology class. I know a lot of people think it's extremely stupid, "Twilight"-y, and very unrealistic, but I mean, it's supposed to be a teen romance novel about angels. I think it was stupid and unrealistic for just the right reasons. It was funny and gave the characters a lot to work with. Because really, what coach/bio teacher asks their students "What do they look for in their future mate?"
• The flash backs. They were well placed and helped aid the story.

What I Didn't Like.

• Nora's "wishy-washy"-ness. She has spunk, but sometimes it seems she just lets people walk all over her. I wish she'd stand up to Vee when she didn't like something. That would have solved so many of their problems.
• It's set in the north west. I'm sorry, but that just reminds me too much of Twilight.
• The foreshadowing. It was too obvious. The fact that he calls her angel, asks her to go on an angel-themed roller coaster at a theme park named Delphic is just too much.
• Vee. Don't get me wrong, I'd love to have a friend like her, but at some points I was just fed up with her attitude. I wan't to grab her and shout "JUST LISTEN TO NORA!" I swear, half the stuff that happened wouldn't have happened if she did just that. I personally think that if you can stand her, the rest of this book will be a breeze.
• Elliot and Jules. So Vee and Nora meet these two guys and although they're big parts of the story, I don't think they're given enough attention. 
• eZine. I never got it. It seemed really interesting for the first quarter of the book, I mean, it was mentioned a lot,and then proof! Never mentioned again.

Should You Read It?

I'm going to be honest, if you didn't like Twilight, you probably won't like this. However, if you did, then go for it! I can guarantee Patch is going to be right up there for you next to the many other dreamy fictional guys of your dreams.

Cover Rating: 5 STARS!!!! Seriously, it's just too pretty. Like uber beautiful pretty.