Book Review: Wilde's Army

Title: Wilde's Army (Goodreads | Webpage)
Author: Krystal Wade (Website | Blog | FB | Twitter)
Series: Darkness Falls #2
Publisher: Curiosity Quills Press
Pub. Date: July 4th 2012
Source: Netgalley (thanks to Curiosity Quills Press!)
Rating: 4/5 Noodles

From Goodreads: 

“Hello, Katriona.”

Those two words spark fear in Katriona Wilde and give way to an unlikely partnership with Perth, the man she’s been traded to marry for a favor. Saving her true love and protector Arland, her family, and their soldiers keeps her motivated, but the at-odds duo soon realizes trust is something that comes and goes with each breath of Encardia’s rotting, stagnant air. The moment when concern for her missing sister spirals out of control, all thoughts of trust are pushed aside and she finds herself trapped by the daemon tricks Perth warned her of. 

However, rescuing those she loves is only half the problem. 

Kate still must get to Willow Falls, unite her clashing people, and form an army prepared to fight in order to defeat Darkness. When so many she’s grown fond of die along the journey, her ability to play by the gods’ rules is tested. 

How will she make allies when the world appears stacked against her? And will she still be Katriona Wilde, the girl with fire?

****

My review of Wilde's Fire (Darkness Falls #1)

This is better than the first book and the characters became stronger. More action and magic and great story. I really enjoyed reading this book. :D

The characters became stronger, especially Kate. She has the confidence now to control her magic, and she became more powerful. I really liked about her is her magic, her magic is so powerful that can kill hundreds of daemons. She didn't give up on protecting her family and her love. I really admire her when they were fighting with hundreds of daemons, and she was heavily wounded, but still she protects all the soldiers and children. I really admire her for doing that thing. But still there were some moments that she annoyed me.

Arland became stronger, but became a little weak also. Weak because he blames himself when something bad happens to Kate. Still, he became stronger character. He was willing to fight anything for Encardia, for children, for his family and especially for his love. He was willing to put a distance between him and Kate just for the safety of Kate. I admire him for doing that thing.

It was sad when Flanna became sad. In the first book, she was the one who put color and fun in the novel, but here she became sad and lonely.I understand her feeling, and it's really hard when someone important to you died. Oh, Brit! I really loved Brit, and I'm really happy that she already knew her prophecy. :D 

Still, the world was really awesome and interesting. I really loved the sprites, they always amaze me. Sprites and daemons were great idea. The different colors of flames that shows how powerful the person is was awesome and that was my favorite part. 

Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book. I'm really happy that the characters became stronger and I had a connection with them. The ending was a super cliffhanger. I can't wait to read the next book, and I want to know what will happen to Kate and Arland and the company. I want to know what will happen to that Dughbal. I'm really excited to read the next book! :D

The cover is really beautiful. I like the army in the background and Kate and Arland in front. Kate and Arland were like instructing and leading the army.

****

“Times are difficult enough without losing those we love."

- p. 106, Wilde's Army

Book Review: Intangible

Title: Intangible (Goodreads)
Author: J. Meyers (Website | Blog | Twitter | Facebook)
Series: Intangible #1
Rating: 4/5 Noodles
Source: From author

From Goodreads:

Twins Sera and Luke Raine have a well-kept secret—she heals with a touch of her hand, he sees the future. All their lives they’ve helped those in need on the sly. They’ve always thought of their abilities as being a gift.

Then Luke has a vision that Sera is killed. That gift they’ve always cherished begins to feel an awful lot like a curse. Because the thing about Luke’s ability? He’s always right. And he can’t do anything about it.

****

When I read the synopsis of this book, I know that it will be awesome. And after I read the book, it's really awesome. This is my first time to read a book where elves and vampires are in one book. The world that J. Meyers created was really unique and amazing.

Luke and Sera are really awesome characters. Sera is a healer and Luke is a Seer. Luke is an incredible character. He's really determined to protect his sister from dangers. Sera is an incredible character, too. She wants to protect her family, especially her brother. But sometimes Sera is kind of annoying when it comes to Marc. When Luke and Sera were together, no one can beat their connection to each other. Their love for each other. While I'm reading this, I always thought what if I had a twin? Would we get along as Sera and Luke do? It's really sad to be only child. XD

Secondary characters are really awesome, too. Jonas and Fey are the protectors of the twin. She's one of Sera and Luke's closest friend. Fey always protect the twin since they are born. And Jonas is an unexpected ally. I thought that Jonas was the main villain in the story, but he's not. He's willing to do anything just to protect Sera and Luke. I want to have a friend like Fey and Jonas. How I wish I can find someone like them. 

The world, the writing, and the story are really amazing. A world with gifted children, vampires, elves, faeries and goblins is really awesome. What can you ask more? The book is in third person, but I think it will be great if the POV will focus on Sera and Luke or have the POV of Luke and Sera like Across the Universe. Oh, it's just my opinion. XD

Overall, the book is simply awesome. I will certainly reading the next book, especially because I have many questions in my head. And also because the ending left me with a huge cliffhanger. I'm really excited to read the next book. Hey, fantasy fans there you should read this awesome book! :D

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Book Review: The Other Life

Title: The Other Life (Goodreads)
Author: Susanne Winnacker (Website | Blog | FB | Twitter)
Series: The Other Life #1
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
Published date: May 15th 2012
Source: Netgalley
Rating: 3.5/5 Noodles

From Goodreads: 

3 years, 1 month, 1 week and 6 days since I’d seen daylight. One-fifth of my life.

Sherry and her family have lived sealed in a bunker in the garden since things went wrong up above. Her grandfather has been in the freezer for the last three months, her parents are at each other’s throats and two minutes ago they ran out of food.

Sherry and her father leave the safety of the bunker and find a devastated and empty LA, smashed to pieces by bombs and haunted by ‘Weepers’ - rabid humans infected with a weaponized rabies virus.

While searching for food in a supermarket, Sherry’s father disappears and Sherry is saved by Joshua, a boy-hunter. He takes her to Safe-haven, a tumble-down vineyard in the hills outside LA, where a handful of other survivors are picking up the pieces of their ‘other lives’. As she falls in love for the first time, Sherry must save her father, stay alive and keep Joshua safe when his desire for vengeance threatens them all.

****

When I read the synopsis, I noticed that it's similar to Shatter Me. You know, counting of years, months, weeks and days. The idea of being locked up in bunker is like the idea in Shatter Me. Yes, it's kinda similar to Shatter Me, but Sherry is different to Juliette. The Other Life is really good book.

The Weepers is not like the other zombies in other books. The Weepers are intelligent and some of them are like humans, but some of them are like beasts. The zombies here are different from the usual zombie you know. For me, the zombies here are creepier than the other books. Why Weepers? It's because the zombies here is like crying, they are like weeping.

Let's move on with characters, Sherry is not that awesome protagonist. She's good but plain. Sometimes, she's annoying because she felt sorry for killing zombie that almost killed her and her family. I don't know why she's like that. Joshua is better character than Sherry. He's strong, and he's willing to do anything just to protect his friends. Other characters are too plain.

The story is very good. The world in this book is really great. I like the idea of author to include some stories before starting a new chapter. The story is from a world before the Weepers exist. And I really love how the author put the big revelation before the end. That revelations made me want to read more.

Overall, the book is really great, but it's really sad because the book is too short. Hey, zombie fans you should check this out! I think you will enjoy this one.

Oh, wait! Look at that cover! Who's that person running? Is it Joshua? Hmm.. What do you think? XD

My actual rating is 3.5, but I rounded it off and gave it 4/5 instead. XD

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Book Review: Partials

Title: Partials (Goodreads)
Author: Dan Wells (Website | Twitter)
Series: Partials #1
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published date: March 1st 2012
Pages: 470 pages
Format: Paperback
Rating: 4/5 Noodles

From Goodreads:

The human race is all but extinct after a war with Partials—engineered organic beings identical to humans—has decimated the population. Reduced to only tens of thousands by RM, a weaponized virus to which only a fraction of humanity is immune, the survivors in North America have huddled together on Long Island while the Partials have mysteriously retreated. The threat of the Partials is still imminent, but, worse, no baby has been born immune to RM in more than a decade. Our time is running out.

Kira, a sixteen-year-old medic-in-training, is on the front lines of this battle, seeing RM ravage the community while mandatory pregnancy laws have pushed what’s left of humanity to the brink of civil war, and she’s not content to stand by and watch. But as she makes a desperate decision to save the last of her race, she will find that the survival of humans and Partials alike rests in her attempts to uncover the connections between them—connections that humanity has forgotten, or perhaps never even knew were there.

Dan Wells, acclaimed author of I Am Not a Serial Killer, takes readers on a pulsepounding journey into a world where the very concept of what it means to be human is in question—one where our humanity is both our greatest liability and our only hope for survival.

****

It's really hard to write a review if the book is really great. Sitting in front of my computer, think what to say about this awesome book. Honestly, I bought this book because I can't find a copy of Insurgent. Yes, my money for that time is for Insurgent, but I'm really happy that I bought this book because it's a great book. 

Dan Wells made a really great dystopian world. A world where babies don't survive because of a virus. A world where 99% of population gone. A world where there's a determined girl named Kira. A girl who's willing to do anything to save her world.

First of all, the characters. Kira is a really great protagonist. Her determination on saving the baby of her adopted sister, Madison and not only Madison's but all the babies made her a great character, a hero. I also like Marcus because he's willing to help Kira, but at first he didn't support Kira's decision and he's funny. I just hate Haru. He's so confident, and I don't know I just hate him. XD 

I really enjoy the 'science touch' of Partials (Science is my favorite subject, especially Biology). But there are some moments that the 'science touch' made me crazy (lol!) but it's really amazing.

The ending almost kill me. The twist and everything about it made me crazy. Gahd, I can't wait to read the next book. I'm really curious what will happen to Kira and Marcus. Oh, book 2 please answer all my questions.

Favorite Quotes:

“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.”  

“Each life has a different purpose, and some people can find their purpose more easily than others. The key, the most important thing you can ever know, is that whatever your purpose is, that's not your only choice"

"No matter why you're here, no matter why any of us are here, you're never tied down to fate. You're never locked in. You make your own choices, Kira, and you can't let anyone ever take that away from you.” 

“I am stronger than my trials.”  

“Life comes from death, and weakness teaches us strength.”

 

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Book Review: The Rock of Ivanore

Title: The Rock of Ivanore (Goodreads)
Author: Laurisa White Reyes (Website | Blog | Facebook | Twitter)
Series: The Celestine Chronicles #1
Publisher: Tanglewood Press
Published date: May 15th 2012
Pages: 359 pages
Format: E-arc from Netgalley
Rating: 4/5 Noodles

From Goodreads:

The annual Great Quest is about to be announced in Quendel, a task that will determine the future of Marcus and the other boys from the village who are coming of age. The wizard Zyll commands them to find the Rock of Ivanore, but he doesn't tell them what the Rock is exactly or where it can be found. Marcus must reach deep within himself to develop new powers of magic and find the strength to survive the wild lands and fierce enemies he encounters as he searches for the illusive Rock. If he succeeds, he will live a life of honor; if he fails, he will live a life of menial labor in shame. With more twists and turns than a labyrinth, and a story in which nothing is as it seems, this tale of deception and discovery keeps readers in suspense until the end.

Middle readers will find that The Rock of Ivanore fits nicely among the traditional fantasies they so enjoy. They will also appreciate its fresh and inventive take on the genre.

****

I really enjoyed this awesome book. This is really awesome.

First of all, the characters are really great. Marcus and the company was very likeable. Each of them has their own great personality. Xerxes was really unique character, for me. I think the best character was Bryn. I almost cried when he sacrificed his own life for his friends. Oh. :(

Writing style was really great. The story is full of adventure. Adventures started from first page and end in the last page. Swords, magic, dragons, oh my! I really enjoyed this book.

Overall, this book is really awesome. The ending was really unexpected, Laurisa Reyes pulled a great twist in the end. I'm really happy that they include the excerpt from book 2. I can't wait to read the book 2. :))

Favorite Quotes:

 "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."

"But some things are worth dying for."

"They would die for those things most dear to them. Theirs would be a worthy sacrifice, indeed. "

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Book Review: Hush, Hush

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?”

Book Review: Delirium

Title: Delirium
Author: Lauren Oliver (Website | Blog | Twitter)
Series: Delirium #1
Publisher: Harper Collins
Published date: February 7th 2012
Pages: 470 pages
Format: Paperback
Rating: 4/5 Noodles

From Goodreads:

THEY SAY that the cure for Love will make me happy and safe forever. And I've always believe them. Until now. Now everything has changed.
Now, I'd rather be infected with love for the tiniest
sliver of a second than live a hundred years
smothered by a lie.

****

Honestly, I've snob this book because the cover is so feminine. But I've read many good reviews about this book and, that makes me curious about this book. A world where love is treated as a disease is interesting. 

In the beginning, Lena always trusted the government. She follows all the things that the government wants. She believed that the love is the deadliest of deadly things. But when Alex comes along, she started to disobey the government. She started to break the curfew, she started to question everything.

I liked Lena. She's weak at first but when Alex showed her the truth, she became strong and ready to do anything for love. Alex played a big role in this book. He was a strong character and he has strong personality. Characters are unforgettable, and that's what I'm looking for. Characters that will stay in my heart.

The book ends with a bang. The ending will tell you to read the next book and enjoy it again. 

Overall, the book isn't that unique. Some ideas are like the ideas from Matched. But still, this is great book full of twists and everything. If you haven't read this, yet, go to the bookstore and go buy it and read it. :)

Favortie Quote/s:

“I love you. Remember. They cannot take it.” 

“You can't be happy unless you're unhappy sometimes."

“I guess that’s just part of loving people: You have to give things up. Sometimes you even have to give them up.” 

“Love: It will kill you and save you, both” 

Book Review: Mockingjay

Title: Mockingjay
Author: Suzanne Collins ( Website )
Series: The Hunger Games #3
Publisher: Scholastic
Published date: August 24th 2010
Pages: 390 pages
Format: Paperback
Rating: 4/5 Noodles


From Goodreads:

Katniss Everdeen, girl on fire, has survived, even though her home has been destroyed. Gale has escaped. Katniss's family is safe. Peeta has been captured by the Capitol. District 13 really does exist. There are rebels. There are new leaders. A revolution is unfolding.

It is by design that Katniss was rescued from the arena in the cruel and haunting Quarter Quell, and it is by design that she has long been part of the revolution without knowing it. District 13 has come out of the shadows and is plotting to overthrow the Capitol. Everyone, it seems, has had a hand in the carefully laid plains--except Katniss.

 

The success of the rebellion hinges on Katniss's willingness to be a pawn, to accept responsibility for countless lives, and to change the course of the future of Panem. To do this, she must put aside her feelings of anger and distrust. She must become the rebels' Mockingjay--no matter what the personal cost.

****

 THIS REVIEW MAY CONTAIN SOME SPOILERS 

Mockingjay disappoints me maybe because my expectations were too high. Characters change so fast. The first few pages were so boring that made me sleepy, and I can't force myself to stay awake to read this because sleeping is my favorite activity. Hahaha. But still, I really liked this book, there are some scenes that kept me from reading this book. Suzanne Collins knew how to keep the readers reading the book even if the readers need to rest or something. 

I liked Katniss in THG and in Catching Fire because she's a strong person, physically and mentally. She changed a lot in this book. She became weak and I don't understand her feelings. She agreed on having the last Hunger Games and she said it was for the death of her sister, Prim but I don't think that Prim would agree with her.

Rue and Mags were my favorite characters in previous books(The Hunger Games and Catching Fire). Now, Buttercup is my favorite character aside from Katniss and Peeta. I like Buttercup because he stays with Katniss in the end even though the hate each other, and he still love Prim.

I liked how the book ended. No Snow(Yes! Yes!). No Coin. No more Hunger Games(Weeeee! ^_^). I gave 4 noodles for this book because there are some things that disappointed me, but still I enjoyed reading this book. :)

Favorite Quote/s:

“It takes ten times as long to put yourself back together as it does to fall apart.” 

"Fire is catching! And if we burn, you burn with us!” 

“There are much worse games to play.”  

“Some walks you have to take alone.”