Tuesday, December 30, 2014
The Forgotten Ones (The Danaan Trilogy #1) by Laura Howard
Wow, a fantastic mystical storyline. Allison lives with her grandparents who have raised her and looked after her mother since they returned to America. Liam, Allison's father abandoned them and sent Beth into her own mind and left her having schizophrenic episodes. When Liam shows up claiming he can help cure Beth, Allison is unsure whether to trust him. However when Beth disappears she has no choice but let him lead her into his mystical world. Will they find her in time?
I was gifted this novel by the author in exchange for an honest and fair review. I loved this book and struggled to out it down, I am really looking forward to reading more in the adventure and finding out where it may lead.
The Wolf's Cry (The Semei Trilogy, #1) by Natalie Crown
Little does she know it, but Kammy's life is about to change drastically. While out for a run to her favourite place in the woods, Kammy's discovers a tunnel, but this is no ordinary tunnel, it will introduce her to the world so Semei.
Follow the adventures of the characters and friends in the book, Tayah, Eric and Jad. They are a little miffed to have a human in their midst, until they get to know her and then they are willing to put their lives on the line to help save her friend from Bagor's evil clutches.
This is a wonderful fantasy novel that shows friendship isn't selective, I love the twists in the plot that make you want to read on .i loved reading this story and can not wait for number 2.
This novel was gifted to me by the author in exchange for an honest and fair review.
In Your Dreams (In Your Dreams #1) by Amy Martin
A great story. I enjoyed the teenage emotions that are written in so well. Kieran's troubles are just beginning. Zip (Zara) feels the friendship forming from the start. Little does she know what the Lanier's weird behaviour is hiding. I love how Kayla and Zip's friendship starts rocky, but develops into a mutual love and protection of Kieran. Adventure, romance, mystery, twists and turns around every corner. A fantastic YA novel that I would recommend.
As You Wake (In Your Dreams #2) by Amy Martin
I enjoyed the second instalment, how everyone tied in together. How Morgan has become part of the family. The unexpected addition towards the end, is he stalking them? When they thought their problems were over? Loved the explanations and the twists and turns. The continued relationship between Kieran and Zip is lovely and the talk between Zip and her parents was inspiring and something that I need to remember for when my kids reach this point in their lives.
Before You Sleep (In Your Dreams #3) by Amy Martin
Fantastic third novel in the series. The relationship between Kieren and Zip only gets stronger. Cooper goes through with the treatment against recommendation. But he comes out of it with only a temporary amnesia. Kieren is not convinced he wants to risk losing everything to cure his condition. But after much convincing Zip thinks she has convinced him. How heartbreaking is it to get everything you want only to lose it all the following day! I am really looking forward to reading more and discovering if Kieren regains his memories. Will life ever be the same?
The Profiler (The Munro Family #1) by Chris Taylor
There is a psychopath on the loose. Killing women with a saw while they are alive. Can Ellie and the team find him before there are more victims. Ellie moved stations so people didn't know her past and would stop looking at her with pity in their eyes. She didn't expect to find love in the midst of trying to track down a murderer, but love sneaks up on you when you least expect it. But will it be all ripped away from her before she gets a chance to appreciate it. Great storyline great characters
Rain Shadow (Rainshadow #1) by Tess Oliver
a twist I never saw coming. If you like Sons of Anarchy you will enjoy this novel.
Jack-Knifed (DCI Martin Phelps #1) by Wonny Lea
Great story with an unexpected twist. I enjoyed the characters and the way they interact with each other. Look forward to reading more from this author.
The Upshot by Brad Spencer
A story of friends spending their childhood together as the best of friends. Something happens to one of them to change the path their lives are to take. Jimmer changes after seeing his father commit suicide. No longer wanting to be seen as a whimp he teams up with his coach and becomes a muscled up looker with a flair for the ladies and a little side business. Sam moves away and gets married and is living an unhappy marriage. Holly falls to the drugs after being a perfect child most of her life. This is a great story of friendship despite the challenges and the ultimate revenge. I really enjoyed this novel. It took me awhile to get my head into the jumping around in time however. Past to present and back again. I was gifted this book from the author in exchange for an honest and fair review
The Blue Nowhere by Jeffery Deaver
A great psychological crime novel. Twists and turns keep you guessing right to the end. It's scary to think that this could easily be or become reality. Big brother is watching. But could it get you killed. A computer game spilling into the real world. My first novel by Jeffrey Deaver. I look forward to reading more of his novels.
Torn Between Two Worlds (Guardians #1) by Lexi Ostrow
I loved the storyline. Something totally different to what I have read before. Stryker is a hot demon/ guardian who word speaker Ciara chooses after she splits from her long time boyfriend and her guardian at the same time. She is not happy to see him in the beginning. But all that changes. I would not recommend it for anyone under 18. Extremely graphic sex scenes. (Hot stuff) are a little repetitive at times, but get the heart racing all the same. There are a few spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. But still worth a read. 4 stars from me :)
Timebound (The Chronos Files #1) by Rysa Walker
Great read. Kate is surprised at what her estranged grandmother has to tell her. But she listens all about CHRONOS and learns what she can do. Will she be able to change things to save the world as she knows it?
I found it a little hard to get into when I first started this novel, however it had me hooked before long. Wanting to know what happens around every corner. A little romance a little suspense are enough to leave me wanting more. Looking forward to part 2.
Benton - Jolie du Pre
An ok read, Due to the sex scenes in it I wouldn't give it to my 13 year old son to read, but it would be something he would enjoy. Maybe 15/16 year old boys/girls would be a great target audience. A quick fun read about zombies and learning to survive in a world where they are taking over.
Letters To Sam: a grandfather's letters to his grandson on love, loss and the gifts of life - Daniel Gottlieb
This was a inspiring read, a grandfather who is learning to live with disability and the trials that go along with it shares his insights with his grandson who is born austistic. There is many things in this book that we can all learn from. A beautiful read
Otherkin Nina Berry
Great novel for young adults. Des has no idea about her past, Until the shift she has no idea she is a shifter, When she meets a cute boy who is in a cage, her life changes drastically, Will she be the one to bring the Otherkin world together to live in harmony? Easy read and highly recommended for YA readers.
The Fallen Star - Jessica Sorensen
A great novel, I can't wait to read more. I love the characters in this novel, the all have strong personalities and they work well together in the plot. Discovering their stories is enjoying although I would love to read a spin off about Laylen.
Imagine having no emotions all your life and then suddenly you wake up one day and get flooded with emotion that you now need to learn to live with. When Alex comes into her life things really get difficult, the electricity between them can not be denied, even though they both try. The world as she knows it is going to change and not for the better.
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