HIATUS. HIATUS. HIATUS. HIATUS. HIATUS.

Thursday, May 31, 2012

50 Followers Giveaway

I have reached 50 followers on GFC. To thank all of my follower, I'll be holding an international giveaway. I just want to give thanks to all my followers. I love you all. :))

There will be 3 winners. First winner will win 4 book of her/his choice from the list, second winner will win 3 books her/his choice from the list, and the third winner will win 2 books her/his choice from the list. AND for every 100 followers, I'll add 2 consolation winners.

UPDATE: AS OF JUNE 08, 2012, I ALREADY REACHED 150 FOLLOWERS (LINKY AND GFC FOLLOWERS). SO THERE WILL BE 2 CONSOLATION WINNERS. ^^

 If you don't want any books from the list, you can choose your own book worth $15 from TBD.

Giveaway Details:
  • Giveaway is international as long as Book Depository ships to your country.
  • Winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond.
  • Giveaway ends on June 20, 2012.
  • Use the form below to enter this giveaway or click here.
GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Waiting on Wednesday #6


"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Midnight City (The Conquered Earth, #1)
Midnight City by J. Barton Mitchell
Expected publication: October 30th 2012 by St. Martin's Griffin
In a post-apocalyptic world controlled by alien invaders, two teens and a young girl with mysterious powers embark on a dangerous journey. What they find will change everything...

Earth has been conquered. An extraterrestrial race known as The Assembly has abducted the adult population, leaving the planet's youth to fend for themselves. In this treacherous landscape, Holt, a bounty hunter, is transporting his prisoner Mira when they discover Zoey, a young girl with powerful abilities who could be the key to stopping The Assembly. As they make their way to the cavernous metropolis of Midnight City, the trio must contend with freedom fighters, mutants, otherworldly artifacts, pirates, feuding alien armies, and perhaps most perilous of all: Holt and Mira's growing attraction to each other.

Midnight City is the breathtaking first novel in the Conquered Earth series, and a stunning work of imagination from debut author J. Barton Mitchell.

Nerve
 Nerve by Jeanne Ryan
Expected publication: September 13th 2012 by Dial Books (Penguin)
A high-stakes online game of dares turns deadly

When Vee is picked to be a player in NERVE, an anonymous game of dares broadcast live online, she discovers that the game knows her. They tempt her with prizes taken from her ThisIsMe page and team her up with the perfect boy, sizzling-hot Ian. At first it’s exhilarating—Vee and Ian’s fans cheer them on to riskier dares with higher stakes. But the game takes a twisted turn when they’re directed to a secret location with five other players for the Grand Prize round. Suddenly they’re playing all or nothing, with their lives on the line. Just how far will Vee go before she loses NERVE?

Debut author Jeanne Ryan delivers an un-putdownable suspense thriller.
All of these books sounds really interesting! I can't wait to read these books! :D

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Teaser Tuesday #3

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along!

The Rock of IvanoreThe Rock of Ivanore by Laurisa White Reyes
"Kelvin held out his hand to Bryn, but Bryn did not take it. For a moment Kelvin hesitated, not knowing how to respond should his apology be rejected. But when Bryn stepped forward and embraced him, it was clear that Kelvin had been forgiven."





Partials (Partials, #1)Partials by Dan Wells
“Happiness is the most natural thing in the world when you have it, and the slowest, strangest, most impossible thing when you don't. It's like learning a foreign language: You can think about the words all you want, but you'll never be able to speak it until you suck up your courage and say them out loud.”

Monday, May 28, 2012

Book Review: Magic Study

Magic Study
Title: Magic Study (Goodreads | Website)
Author: Maria Snyder (Website | Blog | Facebook)
Series: Study #2
Publisher: Mira Books
Published date: May 16th 2008
Pages: 419 pages
Format: Paperback
Rating: 5/5 Noodles

From Goodreads:
You know your life is bad when you miss your days as a poison taster...

With an execution order on her head, Yelena has no choice but to escape to Sitia, the land of her birth. With only a year to master her magic - or face death - Yelena must begin her apprenticeship and travels to the Four Towers of the Magician's Keep.

But nothing in Sitia is familiar. Not the family to whom she is a stranger. Not the unsettling new facets of her magic. Nor the brother who resents her return. As she struggles to understand where she belongs and how to control her rare powers, a rogue magician emerges - and Yelena catches his eye.

Suddenly she is embroiled in battle of good against evil. And once again it will be her magical abilities that will either save her life...or be her downfall.
In Magic Study, Yelena arrives in the Zaltana Homestead to be reunited with her family. Being with her family is not easy as ABC, not all of her family accepted her. Her brother, Leif, accuse her that she's an Ixian spy and that's why the other clan members kinda hate her. Magic Study follows Yelena's journey to Citadel to learn her magical abilities. This book is not only about magic and adventures. It also shows to readers how important family is.

Firstly, Yelena didn't change. She's still strong and brave. I admire her because of her willingness to help Tula and Opal. Valek is awesome in different ways: (1) the way he disguised himself as another person and no one recognized him except Yelena. (2) The way he sneaked into Yelena's room. (3) Lastly, the way he pop in and pop out where Yelena is. Oh btw, Kiki is my favorite character. XD

The story is well-made! The magic, the soul stealing and other strange magical abilities make the book better and fun to read.

Overall, this book is better than first! Full of twists and revelations. Full of awesome characters. Full of awesome magic tricks. Full of awesome horses (LOL!). Hey, Snyder! I want to tell you that you made a perfect book. This is another great book I've ever read. This really deserves a 5 noodles rating!
Favorite Quotes:
“Living is a risk," I snapped at him. "Every decision, every interaction, every step, every time you get out of bed in the morning, you take a risk. To survive is to know you're taking that risk and to not get out of bed clutching illusions of safety.” 
“When I carved this, my thoughts were on you, love. Your life is like this snake's coils. No matter how many turns it makes, you'll end up back where you belong. With me.” 
“Don't feel ashamed for having those feelings and those memories. What happened in the past can't be changed, but they can be a guide for what happens in the future.” 
“Your fear remains strong. You are not ready to face your story, preferring instead to surround yourself with knots. Someday, they will strangle you.”  

Sunday, May 27, 2012

Stacking The Shelves #1

Stacking The Shelves is a weekly meme hosted by Tynga's Reviews.

Ebook:

Haven by Kristi Cook [Amazon | Book Depository]
Starcrossed by Josephine Angelini [Amazon | Book Depository]
Nightshade by Andrea Cremer [Amazon | Book Depository]
Hereafter by Tara Hudson [Amazon | Book Depository]
Borrowed:
Birthmarked by Caragh O'Brien [Amazon | Book Depository]
Enclave by Ann Aguirre [Amazon | Book Depository]
The Water Wars by Camerone Stracher [Amazon | Book Depository]
Timeless by Alexandra Monir [Amazon | Book Depository]
From Netgalley:
The Rock of Ivanore
The Rock of Ivanore by Laurisa White Reyes [Amazon | Book Depository]

Bought:
Partials (Partials, #1)
Partials by Dan Wells [Amazon | Book Depository]

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 Book Reviews:
Hush, Hush (Hush, Hush #1) by Becca Fitzpatrick
Poison Study (Study #1) by Maria Snyder


Other Posts:
Teaser Tuesday
Waiting on Wednesday
Judge a Book by Its Cover
 Cover Reveal: Days of Blood and Starlight

Hello! What book did you get this week? :))

Saturday, May 26, 2012

Cover Reveal: Days of Blood and Starlight

Days of Blood and Starlight (Daughter of Smoke and Bone, #2)

Days of Blood and Starlight (Daughter of Smoke and Bone #2)
by Laini Taylor

 Expected publication: November 6th 2012 by Little, Brown & Company 
In this stunning sequel to the highly acclaimed "Daughter of Smoke and Bone," Karou must come to terms with who and what she is, and how far she'll go to avenge her people. Filled with heartbreak and beauty, mysteries and secrets, new characters and old favorites, Days of Blood and Starlight brings the richness, color and intensity of the first book to a brand new canvas.

Daughter of Smoke and Bone was declared a "must read" by Entertainment Weekly, was named a Best Book of the Year by Amazon.com, and The New York Times called it "a breath-catching romantic fantasy."
♦ Pre-order Days of Blood and Starlight ♦

Look that cover! It's really awesome, amazing ,beautiful and gorgeous. Hahaha. What can you say about the cover? :)

Friday, May 25, 2012

Book Review: Poison Study

Poison Study
Title: Poison Study (Goodreads | Website)
Author: Maria Snyder (Website | Blog | Facebook)
Series: Study #1
Publisher: Mira Books
Published date: September 21st 2007
Pages: 409 pages
Format: Paperback
Rating: 4.5/5 Noodles

From Goodreads:
Choose:
A quick death
Or slow poison...


Yelena has a choice – be executed for murder, or become food taster to the Commander of Ixia. She leaps at the chance for survival, but her relief may be short-lived.

Life in the palace is full of hazards and secrets. Wily and smart, Yelena must learn to identify poisons before they kill her, recognise whom she can trust and how to spy on those she can’t. And who is the mysterious Southern sorceress who can reach into her head?

When Yelena realises she has extraordinary powers of her own, she faces a whole new problem, for using magic in Ixia is punishable by death...
Poison Study is one of the best YA book I've ever read. This is awesome.

First of all, I love Yelena because she's like Katniss. She's strong and brave. Yelena is only one of the great characters in this book. There is Valek, who can fight 3 people even if he's drunk, Valek who killed many people. Valek is a great character because he's strong person but you can see his soft side. Ari and Janco are my favorite secondary characters. They are the one who teach Yelena how to become strong. Snyder is awesome to make this kind of characters. Oh, I hate Margg, by the way.

The story is unique, great and well-made. Full of secrets, revelations and twists. The book is addicting, if you started to read the book, it's hard to stop. The story of commander is really unique for me. I must say this book is really great.

Overall, this book is really awesome. My actual rating is 4.5, but I rounded it off and gave it 5/5 instead, hahaha. You should read this book!

Favorite Quotes:
“Everyone makes choices in life. Some bad, some good. It's called living, and if you want to bow out, then go right ahead. But don't do it halfway. Don't linger in whiner's limbo.” 
“Sieges weathered, fight together, friends forever.”  
“Trusting is hard. Knowing who to trust, even harder,”

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Judge a Book By It's Cover

 
Stormdancer (The Lotus War, #1)
Stormdancer by Jay Kristoff
Expected publication: September 18th 2012 by Thomas Dunne Books
A DYING LAND
The Shima Imperium is verging on the brink of environmental collapse; decimated by clockwork industrialization and the machine-worshippers of the Lotus Guild. The skies are red as blood, land choked with toxic pollution, wildlife ravaged by mass extinctions.

AN IMPOSSIBLE QUEST
The hunters of the imperial court are charged by their Shōgun to capture a thunder tiger—a legendary beast, half-eagle, half-tiger. But any fool knows thunder tigers have been extinct for more than a century, and the price of failing the Shōgun is death.

A SIXTEEN YEAR OLD GIRL
Yukiko is a child of the Fox clan, possessed of a hidden gift that would see her executed by the Lotus Guild. Accompanying her father on the Shōgun’s hunt, she finds herself stranded: a young woman alone in Shima’s last wilderness, with only a furious, crippled thunder tiger for company. Even though she can hear his thoughts, even though she saved his life, all she knows for certain is he’d rather see her dead than help her.

But together, the pair will form an indomitable friendship, and rise to challenge the might of an empire.
The Flame of Olympus (Pegasus, #1)
The Flame of Olympus by Kate O'Hearn
Published May 22nd 2012 by Aladdin
When Pegasus crashes onto a Manhattan roof during a terrible storm, Emily’s life changes forever. Suddenly allied with a winged horse she’d always thought was mythical, Emily is thrust into the center of a fierce battle between the Roman gods and a terrifying race of multiarmed stone warriors called the Nirads. Emily must team up with a thief named Paelen, the goddess Diana, and a boy named Joel in order to return Pegasus to Olympus and rescue the gods from a certain death.

Along the way, Emily and her companions will fight monsters, run from a government agency that is prepared to dissect Pegasus, and even fly above the Manhattan skyline—all as part of a quest to save Olympus before time runs out.


Look at those covers, it's so awesome. So, what can you say about the cover? :)

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Waiting on Wednesday #5


"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

The Forsaken (The Forsaken, #1)
The Forsaken by Lisa M. Stasse
Expected publication: July 10th 2012 by Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
A thought-provoking and exciting start to a riveting new dystopian trilogy.

As an obedient orphan of the U.N.A. (the super-country that was once Mexico, the U.S., and Canada), Alenna learned at an early age to blend in and be quiet—having your parents taken by the police will do that to a girl. But Alenna can’t help but stand out when she fails a test that all sixteen-year-olds have to take: The test says she has a high capacity for brutal violence, and so she is sent to The Wheel, an island where all would-be criminals end up.

The life expectancy of prisoners on The Wheel is just two years, but with dirty, violent, and chaotic conditions, the time seems a lot longer as Alenna is forced to deal with civil wars for land ownership and machines that snatch kids out of their makeshift homes. Desperate, she and the other prisoners concoct a potentially fatal plan to flee the island. Survival may seem impossible, but Alenna is determined to achieve it anyway
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Origin
 Origin by Jessica Khoury
Expected publication: September 4th 2012 by Razorbill
Pia has grown up in a secret laboratory hidden deep in the Amazon rain forest. She was raised by a team of scientists who have created her to be the start of a new immortal race. But on the night of her seventeenth birthday, Pia discovers a hole in the electric fence that surrounds her sterile home—and sneaks outside the compound for the first time in her life.

Free in the jungle, Pia meets Eio, a boy from a nearby village. Together, they embark on a race against time to discover the truth about Pia’s origin—a truth with deadly consequences that will change their lives forever.

Origin is a beautifully told, shocking new way to look at an age-old desire: to live forever, no matter the cost. This is a supremely compelling debut novel that blends the awakening romance of Matched with the mystery and jungle conspiracy of Lost.

Touched
Touched by Cyn Balog
Expected publication: August 14th 2012 by Delacorte Press
Nick Cross always listens to the voice in his head. Because if he doesn't? Things can go really, really wrong. Like the day he decided to go off script and saved a girl from being run over . . . and let another one drown. Trying to change the future doesn't work.

But this summer at the Jersey Shore, something's about to happen that Nick never could have predicted. He meets a girl named Taryn and finds out about the Book of Touch. Now the path that he thought he was on begins to shift . . . and there's no way to stop things from happening. Or is there?

In a life where there are no surprises, nothing has prepared Nick for what he's about to discover--or the choice he will be forced to make. . . .

All of these books sounds really interesting! I can't wait to read these books! :D

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Teaser Tuesday #2

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along!

The Water WarsThe Water Wars by Camerone Stracher
"We lived then in a time of drought and war. The great empires had fallen and been divided. The land was parched and starved for moisture, and the men who lived on it fought for every drop. Outside, the wind howled like something wounded. Inside, our skin flaked, and our eyes stung and burned. Our tongues were like thick snakes asleep in dark graves."









I just started reading this. So far, it's good. Leave your TT links ;D


Monday, May 21, 2012

Book Review: Hush, Hush

Hush, Hush (Hush, Hush, #1)
Title: Hush, Hush (Fansite)
Author: Becca Fitzpatrick (Website | Blog | Twitter | Facebook)
Series: Hush, Hush #1
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
Published date: October 13th 2009
Pages: 391 pages
Format: Paperback
Rating: 4/5 Noodles

From Goodreads:
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 actual rating is 3.5 noodles out of 5, but I rounded it off and gave it a 4 of 5 noodles instead, haha

Honestly, I got bored reading this book. First few chapters of this book is really boring but when the person in ski mask appeared, oh my I can't stop reading. I can't stop reading this because I want to know who's the person behind that ski mask. As the story goes along, more secrets were revealed and more twists and everything. That twists and revelations made this book interesting.

Characters were not that awesome. Nora is weak. Patch isn't great guy. Vee is the only person I like, haha! I like Vee because of her humor. The other characters are weak and evil.

Overall, I enjoy this book because the story is good and original. I'm little disappointed with the characters and with the ending. The ending is not a cliffhanger but it's full of romance, hihihi! Angels plus mystery equals great story. I'm looking forward to read the next book, can't wait to read it. :)




Favorite Quote/s:
“Keep in mind that people change, but the past doesn't.”  
“Before I forget, here's your homework. Where do you want me to put it?"
She pointed at the trash can. "Right there would be fine.”  
“What good is a body if I can't have you?”


Saturday, May 19, 2012

Cover Reveal: Stormdancer USA Edition

Stormdancer 
Stormdancer by Jay Kristoff
Expected publication: September 18th 2012 by St. Martin's Press
A DYING LAND
The Shima Imperium is verging on the brink of environmental collapse; decimated by clockwork industrialization and the machine-worshippers of the Lotus Guild. The skies are red as blood, land choked with toxic pollution, wildlife ravaged by mass extinctions.

AN IMPOSSIBLE QUEST
The hunters of the imperial court are charged by their Shōgun to capture a thunder tiger – a legendary beast, half-eagle, half-tiger. But any fool knows thunder tigers have been extinct for more than a century, and the price of failing the Shōgun is death.

A SIXTEEN YEAR OLD GIRL
Yukiko is a child of the Fox clan, possessed of a hidden gift that would see her executed by the Lotus Guild. Accompanying her father on the Shōgun’s hunt, she finds herself stranded: a young woman alone in Shima’s last wilderness, with only a furious, crippled thunder tiger for company. Even though she can hear his thoughts, even though she saved his life, all she knows for certain is he’d rather see her dead than help her.

But together, the pair will form an indomitable friendship, and rise to challenge the might of an empire.
CLICK HERE for more information about the cover reveal. There are different blogs that hosting STORMDANCER ARC GIVEAWAY!
Look at that gorgeous cover! This one sounds really great plus the gorgeous cover. Oh my! I can't wait to read this one! What can you say about the cover? :))

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Awesome Giveaways

Krista @ Nawanda Files is holding an international giveaway. 2 winners can win book of their choice from the list. The giveaway will end on May 30.


Stories and Sweeties is holding an international giveaway. Winner can win May 2012 YA book of their choice. Contest ends May 31st, 2012 at 11:59 PM

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Book Twirps is celebrating their blogoversary! You can win $25 books from TBD so it means it's international. This giveaway ends on May 21 at midnight.

Katrina @ Kindred Dreamheart is celebrating her blog makeover and anniversary. She's holding an awesome international giveaway. 3 winners can choice Hardback, Paperback, Audiobook or Ebook of their choice.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Book Review: Divergent

Divergent (Divergent, #1)
Title: Divergent (Browse Inside Divergent)
Author: Veronica Roth (Website/Blog | Tumblr | Twitter)
Series: Divergent #1
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
Published date: May 2011
Pages: 487 pages
Format: Paperback
Rating: 5/5 Noodles

From Goodreads:
In Beatrice Prior's dystopian Chicago, society is divided into five factions, each dedicated to the cultivation of a particular virtue—Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). On an appointed day of every year, all sixteen-year-olds must select the faction to which they will devote the rest of their lives. For Beatrice, the decision is between staying with her family and being who she really is—she can't have both. So she makes a choice that surprises everyone, including herself.
During the highly competitive initiation that follows, Beatrice renames herself Tris and struggles to determine who her friends really are—and where, exactly, a romance with a sometimes fascinating, sometimes infuriating boy fits into the life she's chosen. But Tris also has a secret, one she's kept hidden from everyone because she's been warned it can mean death. And as she discovers a growing conflict that threatens to unravel her seemingly perfect society, she also learns that her secret might help her save those she loves… or it might destroy her.

Debut author Veronica Roth bursts onto the literary scene with the first book in the Divergent series—dystopian thrillers filled with electrifying decisions, heartbreaking betrayals, stunning consequences, and unexpected romance.
****
If you love the Hunger Games Trilogy, then you should read this.

This book is really unique. The idea of different factions is new to me. I've never read any book with that idea. The idea of having different personality in each faction is unique. Each faction had different roles in the society (eg., Abnegation for government). My favorite faction is Amity, I like to live in this world peacefully like Amity. I think I can't live in Abnegation because they're so selfless. Hahaha. You can't talk while having dinner in Abnegation, I can't do that, I'm so talkative. Hahaha.

Characters are simply awesome. Let's start with Tris. Tris was another bad-ass character. She stands for what is right. She fights for what she believes. She faces all the challenges that were given to her. She can do anything, even it's dangerous, for her friends, for her loved ones. Four is another awesome character. He was strong, and he can do everything for Tris. I also liked Uriah. He was so funny, and he makes me smile if he's on the scene. I wish he had a little romance with Tris. Hahaha

The plot was unpredictable. When you start reading, you can't stop reading the next page, you will be shocked that you started reading on page 1, and you end reading on page 100. And the ending was perfect. You will end up reading with so many questions on your head and that questions will be answered after reading Insurgent. 

Overall, Divergent was a perfect novel. Breathtaking . Phenomenal. Perfect romance. All positive adjectives can describe this novel. If you haven't read this yet, I think you should run to your nearest bookstore and buy a copy of this book. :)



Favorite Quote/s: 
“We believe in ordinary acts of bravery, in the courage that drives one person to stand up for another.”  
“Sometimes crying or laughing are the only options left, and laughing feels better right now.” 
“A brave man acknowledges the strength of others.”  
"Becoming fearless isn't the point. That's impossible. It's learning how to control your fear, and how to be free from it.”





Waiting on Wednesday #4


"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Erasing Time
Erasing Time by C.J. Hill
Expected publication: August 28th 2012 by Katherine Tegen Books
In this high-action and romantic futuristic adventure, there is no escape from the future for two contemporary girls pulled out of their own time.

When twins Sheridan and Taylor wake up 400 years in the future, they find a changed world: domed cities, no animals, and a language that’s so different, it barely sounds like English. And the worst news: They can’t go back home.

The twenty-fifth-century government transported the girls to their city hoping to find a famous scientist to help perfect a devastating new weapon. The moblike Dakine fights against the government, and somehow Taylor and Sheridan find themselves in the middle. The only way to elude them all is to trust Echo, a guy with secrets of his own. The trio must put their faith in the unknown to make a harrowing escape into the wilds beyond the city.

Full of adrenaline-injected chases and heartbreaking confessions, Erasing Time explores the strength of the bonds between twins, the risks and rewards of trust, and the hard road to finding the courage to fight for what you believe in.

Breathe (Breathe, #1)
 Breathe by Sarah Crossan
Expected publication: October 2nd 2012 by Greenwillow
Inhale. Exhale. Breathe. Breathe. Breathe . . .

The world is dead.
The survivors live under the protection of Breathe, the corporation that found a way to manufacture oxygen-rich air.

ALINA
has been stealing for a long time. She’s a little jittery, but not terrified. All she knows is that she’s never been caught before. If she’s careful, it’ll be easy. If she’s careful.

QUINN
should be worried about Alina and a bit afraid for himself, too, but even though this is dangerous, it’s also the most interesting thing to happen to him in ages. It isn’t every day that the girl of your dreams asks you to rescue her.

BEA
wants to tell him that none of this is fair; they’d planned a trip together, the two of them, and she’d hoped he’d discover her out here, not another girl.

And as they walk into the Outlands with two days’ worth of oxygen in their tanks, everything they believe will be shattered. Will they be able to make it back? Will they want to?

Velveteen (Velveteen, #1)
Velveteen by Daniel Marks
Expected publication: October 9th 2012 by Random House Children's Books

Velveteen Monroe is dead. At 16, she was kidnapped and murdered by a madman named Bonesaw. But that's not the problem.

The problem is she landed in purgatory. And while it's not a fiery inferno, it's certainly no heaven. It's gray, ashen, and crumbling more and more by the day, and everyone has a job to do. Which doesn't leave Velveteen much time to do anything about what's really on her mind.


Bonesaw.


Velveteen aches to deliver the bloody punishment her killer deserves. And she's figured out just how to do it. She'll haunt him for the rest of his days. 

It'll be brutal . . . and awesome.

But crossing the divide between the living and the dead has devastating consequences. Velveteen's obsessive haunting cracks the foundations of purgatory and jeopardizes her very soul. A risk she's willing to take—except fate has just given her reason to stick around: an unreasonably hot and completely off-limits coworker.


Velveteen can't help herself when it comes to breaking rules . . . or getting revenge. And she just might be angry enough to take everyone down with her.

All of these books sounds really interesting! I can't wait to read these books! :D

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Teaser Tuesday #1

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along!
Magic StudyMagic Study by Maria Snyder
“An ancient horrible ritual of binding a victim’s soul to you, then killing him. When the victim dies, his magic flows into you, increasing your strength. The red markings on that beast are part of the ritual.” Moon Man’s brow furrowed for a moment before his eyes widened with concern. “You said one woman was injured. Where is she now?”








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