LUX Series news!

Lux: Beginnings (Obsidian & Onyx) official Blurb:

Obsidian

There's an alien next door. And with his looming height and eerie green eyes, he's hot until he opens his mouth. He's infuriating. Arrogant. Stab-worthy. But when a stranger attacks me and Daemon literally freezes time with a wave of his hand, he lights me up with a big fat bulls-eye. Turns out he has a galaxy of enemies wanting to steal his abilities and the only way I’m getting out of this alive is by sticking close to him until my alien mojo fades. If I don’t kill him first, that is.

Onyx

Daemon’s determined to prove what he feels for me is more than a product of our bizarro alien connection. So I’ve sworn him off, even though he’s running more hot than cold these days. But we’ve got bigger problems. I’ve seen someone who shouldn’t be alive. And I have to tell Daemon, even though I know he’s never going to stop searching until he gets the truth. What happened to his brother? Who betrayed him? And what does the DOD want from them—from me?

Lux: Consequences (Opal & Origin) official blurb:

Opal

After everything, I’m no longer the same Katy. I’m different.And I’m not sure what that will mean in the end. When each step we take in discovering the truth puts us in the path of the secret organization responsible for torturing and testing alien hybrids, the more I realize there is no end to what I’m capable. The death of someone close still lingers, help comes from the most unlikely source, and friends will become the deadliest of enemies, but we won’t turn back. Even if the outcome will shatter our worlds forever.

Origin

Daemon will do anything to get Katy back. After the successful but disastrous raid on Mount Weather, he’s facing the impossible. Katy is gone. Taken. Everything becomes about finding her. But the most dangerous foe has been there all along, and when the truths are exposed and the lies come crumbling down, which side will Daemon and Katy be standing on? And will they even be together?  

 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

# 1 NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY Bestselling author Jennifer Armentrout lives in Martinsburg, West Virginia. All the rumors you’ve heard about her state aren’t true. When she’s not hard at work writing. she spends her time reading, working out, watching really bad zombie movies, pretending to write, and hanging out with her husband and her Jack Russell, Loki.

 

Her dreams of becoming an author started in algebra class, where she spent most of her time writing short stories which explains her dismal grades in math. Jennifer writes young adult paranormal, science fiction, fantasy, and contemporary romance. She is published with Spencer Hill Press, Entangled Teen and Brazen, Disney/Hyperion and Harlequin Teen.

 

She also writes adult and New Adult romance under the name J. Lynn. She is published by Entangled Brazen and HarperCollins.

 

She will also be raffling off two fan inspired artwork from fans of the Lux series sent from the author, Jennifer L. Armentrout, herself at..

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Additional links to Jennifer’s pages:

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Website: http://www.jenniferarmentrout.com/

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trust in Me (Wait for You #1.5) by J. Lynn

Trust in Me (Wait for You #1.5) by J. Lynn

Review: I totally thought that Wait for you the first book in the series could not have gotten any better than it already was, but I was wrong, so wrong. The story gets even sweeter told from Cams point of view, its so much more romantic because you finally get to read about how Cam falls Avery and the things he thinks about to make Avery trust in him. I'm pretty sure I cried a couple of time while reading the book because of how adorable Cam was and about a lot of the things he said when Avery wasn't in ear shot of him. The last thing I have to say about this book is that it does not disappoint!

5 out of 5 stars.
334 pages.
New Adult and Mature Content.

Summary: Cameron Hamilton is used to getting what he wants, especially when it comes to women. But when Avery Morgansten comes crashing into his life--literally--he finally meets the one person who can resist his soulful baby blues. But Cam's not ready to give up. He can't get the feisty and intriguing girl out of his head.

Avery has secrets, secrets that keep her from admitting the feelings Cam knows she has for him. Will persistence (and some delicious homemade cookies) help him break down her barriers and gain her trust? Or will he be shut out of Avery's life, losing his first real shot at the kind of love that lasts forever?

Foreplay (The Ivy Chronicles #1) by Sophie Jordan

Foreplay (The Ivy Chronicles #1) by Sophie Jordan

Review: Not what I was expecting from Sophie Jordan, but it was still a good read. the book does have its faults, like boring names for the main characters, but it doesn't stop you from falling in love with Reece the bartender.He was the best character in the whole book because he could go from bad ass to kick ass with a snap of your fingers.I just loved how awesome he was and dreamy.The over all plot was ok but nothing to great, but there is lots of hope for the next in the series.

4 out of 5 stars.
320 pages.
New Adult and Mature Content.

Summary: Before she goes after the life she’s always wanted, she’s about to find the one she needs.

Pepper has been hopelessly in love with her best friend’s brother, Hunter, for like ever. He’s the key to everything she’s always craved: security, stability, family. But she needs Hunter to notice her as more than just a friend. Even though she’s kissed exactly one guy, she has just the plan to go from novice to rock star in the bedroom—take a few pointers from someone who knows what he’s doing.

Her college roommates have the perfect teacher in mind. But bartender Reece is nothing like the player Pepper expects. Yes, he’s beyond gorgeous, but he’s also dangerous, deep—with a troubled past. Soon what started as lessons in attraction are turning both their worlds around, and showing just what can happen when you go past foreplay and get to what’s real…

Cress (The Lunar Chronicles #3) by Marissa Meyer

Cress (The Lunar Chronicles #3) by Marissa Meyer

Review: The Lunar Chronicles series gets better and better as the books progress. Cress so far is the best book out of the series and while reading it the plot and the characters actually seem to be getting somewhere finally. Even as the books keeping introducing new characters and going in to more depth with old characters, you are still able to put together the pieces of the story time line and what might happen in the next and final book in the series "Winter" which will be coming out next year hopefully. But this book in the series adds more action and a little more romance then readers are used to seeing in the series, but it just add to the Marissa Meyer's brilliance at writing.

4 out of 5 stars.
550 pages.
Young Adult.

Summary: Rapunzel’s tower is a satellite. She can’t let down her hair—or her guard.

In this third book in the bestselling Lunar Chronicles series, Cinder and Captain Thorne are fugitives on the run, with Scarlet and Wolf in tow. Together, they’re plotting to overthrow Queen Levana and her army.

Their best hope lies with Cress, who has been trapped on a satellite since childhood with only her netscreens as company. All that screen time has made Cress an excellent hacker—unfortunately, she’s just received orders from Levana to track down Cinder and her handsome accomplice.

When a daring rescue goes awry, the group is separated. Cress finally has her freedom, but it comes at a high price. Meanwhile, Queen Levana will let nothing stop her marriage to Emperor Kai. Cress, Scarlet, and Cinder may not have signed up to save the world, but they may be the only ones who can.

Remy (Real #3) by Katy Evans

Remy (Real #3) by Katy Evans

Review: WOW, just WOW. Didn't think that Katy Evans could write anything hotter or jaw dropping than the first two books in he series but I was wrong. Remy is told from the point of view from Remy ( if you couldn't figure that out from the title), and its his view on their present day lives and goes back to how he saw and thought through the first two books in the series. This way readers wouldn't just be reading the first book again, but experiencing Brook and Remy's lives together in a whole new way, that still has readers smiling and crying in the end.

5 out of 5 stars.
272 pages.
New Adult and Mature Content.

Summary: Underground fighter Remington Tate is a mystery, even to himself. His mind is dark and light, complex and enlightening. At times his actions and moods are carefully measured, and at others, they spin out of control.

Through it all, there’s been one constant: wanting, needing, loving, and protecting Brooke Dumas. This is his story; from the first moment he laid eyes on her and knew, without a doubt, she would be the realest thing he’s ever had to fight for.

Ignite Me (Shatter Me #3) by Tahereh Mafi

Ignite Me (Shatter Me #3) by Tahereh Mafi
Review: All three of these books in the Shatter Me series are insane and intense! Ignite Me, does not disappoint or let down anyone's expectations of the finale book in the series. The author Tahereh Mafi, does an amazing job changing the plot and the characters of the story without damaging them to the readers. I cant even begin to express how amazing this book was. But I'll try my hardest. Juliette becomes confident and empowered in this book and she finally starts to fight back and for herself. The book sends strong messages about fighting for what you believe in and sticking with your friends. It also has Juliette choosing for herself between Adam and Aaron, and getting control over all of her powers and finally having physical contact.

5 out of 5 stars.
416 pages.
Young Adult.

Summary: With Omega Point destroyed, Juliette doesn’t know if the rebels, her friends, or even Adam are alive. But that won’t keep her from trying to take down The Reestablishment once and for all. Now she must rely on Warner, the handsome commander of Sector 45. The one person she never thought she could trust. The same person who saved her life. He promises to help Juliette master her powers and save their dying world . . . but that’s not all he wants with her.

Heart of Stone (Gargoyles #1) by Christine Warren

Heart of Stone (Gargoyles #1) by Christine Warren

Review: Not the best book Christine Warren has written and kind of a let down after reading her "Other" series, but the plot is still interesting and the set up for the next book looks promising. The characters were fun to read about but didn't show much depth to them as the story went on. The book was a quick short read and fun for passing the time with.

3 out of 5 stars.
297 pages.
Adult Romance. Mature Content.

 

Summary: Ella Harrow is trying to carve out a normal life for herself. Well, as normal as an art geek with psychic abilities can hope for. As museum docent and gift-shop manager, Ella is able to keep her distance from people—and her powers in check—while surrounding herself with the artifacts she loves. But how on earth is she supposed to act normal when a thousand-year-old statue on the museum's terrace suddenly comes to life? Heart of Stone Not your ordinary gargoyle, Kees has been asleep for eons, waiting for a portent of evil to wake him from his slumber. Kees isn't a vision; he's a bat-winged guardian created to protect the world from the seven demons of the Dark. Somehow, Ella triggered his reawakening. Maybe the demons have been unleashed? Maybe his heart is finally ready to be chiseled open? The fate of the world isn't carved in stone…yet.

Be with Me (Wait for You #2) by J. Lynn, Jennifer L. Armentrout

Be with Me (Wait for You #2) by J. Lynn, Jennifer L. Armentrout

Review: Great follow up book to " Wait for You", and good character depth. It was great to see Cam and Avery again and to see what they were up to. But with Jase and Teresa it was great to see their relationship and how it progresses. The only downfall top the book was Jase's indecisiveness when it came to Teresa and them together, it felt to flippy floppy. But by the end of the book everything was worked out and had a great ending.

4 out of 5 stars.
365 pages.
New Adult. Mature content.

Summary: Teresa Hamilton is having a rough year—she’s in love with her big brother’s best friend, but he hasn’t spoken to her since they shared a truly amazing, mind-blowing, change-your-life kiss. She got out of a terrible relationship. And now an injury is threatening to end her dance career for good. It’s time for Plan B – college. And maybe a chance to convince Jase that what they have together is real.

Jase Winstead has a huge secret that he’s not telling anyone. Especially not his best friend’s incredibly beautiful sister. Even though he and Teresa shared the hottest kiss of his life, he knows that his responsibilities must take priority. He certainly doesn’t have time for a relationship. But it doesn’t help that all he can think about kissing the one girl who could ruin everything for him.

As they’re thrown together more and more, Jase and Tess can’t keep denying their feelings for each other. But a familiar danger looms and tragedy strikes. As the campus recovers, the star-crossed couple must decide what they’re willing to risk to be together, and what they’re willing to lose if they’re not.

Losing Hope (Hopeless #2) by Colleen Hoover

Review: Reading from Dean's point of view and how he had to live his life after losing Hope and his sister is an amazing thing to read, I have never read something that almost seems that life is so hopeless till this book. When reading the same first book over again from the guys perspective most of the times seems boring and normally you just skim though it. This was not the case, you have to pay attention to every single detail to understand how Holder feels when going through what he went through. In this book all the characters were given even more depth than before and made the plot better too.

3 out of 5 stars.
321 pages.
New Adult. Mature Themes and Content.

Summary: In Hopeless, Sky left no secret unearthed, no feeling unshared, and no memory forgotten, but Holder’s past remained a mystery.

Still haunted by the little girl he let walk away, Holder has spent his entire life searching for her in an attempt to finally rid himself of the crushing guilt he has felt for years. But he could not have anticipated that the moment they reconnect, even greater remorse would overwhelm him.

Sometimes in life, if we wish to move forward, we must first dig deep into our past and make amends. In Losing Hope, bestselling author Colleen Hoover reveals what was going on inside Holder’s head during all those hopeless moments—and whether he can gain the peace he desperately needs.

The Rising (Darkness Rising #3) by Kelley Armstrong

The Rising (Darkness Rising #3) by Kelley Armstrong

Review: I have never been so happy for a series to finally be over. The plot for this story started to really drag in the second book but in the final one it picks up and takes off again. The characters have a lot more depth to them then we originally get to see and new characters are added to the mix and leave you questioning for more after you meet them. Even thought the book is the last in the series, it leaves room to branch out into another series of books if the author choose to.

3 out of 5 stars.
406 pages.
Young Adult.

Summary: Things are getting desperate for Maya and her friends. Hunted by the powerful St. Clouds and now a rival Cabal as well, they're quickly running out of places to hide. And with the whole world thinking they died in a helicopter crash, it's not like they can just go to the authorities for help.

All they have is the name and number of someone who might be able to give them a few answers. Answers to why they're so valuable, and why their supernatural powers are getting more and more out of control.

But Maya is unprepared for the truths that await her. And now, like it or not, she'll have to face down some demons from her past if she ever hopes to move on with her life. Because Maya can't keep running forever.

Old secrets are revealed and unexpected characters make a surprising return in this stunning conclusion to Kelley Armstrong's New York Times bestselling Darkness Rising trilogy.

Echo (The Soul Seekers #2) by Alyson Noel

Echo (The Soul Seekers #2) by Alyson Noel

Review: It seems that Alyson Noel likes to repeat her story plots in her book series. Boy and girl fall in love = first book. Boy and girl cant be together= second book. I really enjoyed the first book in The Soul Seekers series but it seems that the story just likes to go down hill in the second book. I have higher hopes for the third and fourth book in this series and cant wait to read them but at the same time praying that they are not as lacking as this book was.

2 out of 5 stars.
352 pages.
Young Adult.

Summary: She inherited a magical destiny and  a mission to stop a powerful family of dark sorcerers. She never expected to fall in love with one of them.

There’s still so much Daire Santos has to learn about being the last Soul Seeker….and about herself. As her magical training becomes more intense, so does her relationship with Dace. But when she learns that his connection to the evil Richter family goes far deeper than she ever imagined, she begins to question if love really can conquer all.

Dace is painfully aware that he wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for the Richters’ dark magic and now his brother Cade is determined to use his love for Daire against him. Dace is willing to sacrifice anything to protect the girl he loves including his own life. But will Daire allow it? And what if defeating Cade costs not only his life, but his soul too?

Thoughtless (Thoughtless #1) by S.C. Stephens

Thoughtless (Thoughtless #1) by S.C. Stephens

 Review: I had really high hopes for this book, but I was a little disappointed. Not to say that the plot and character were not interesting, it was just the main character Kiera that I could not stand to read. But I just loved Kellen like crazy, and felt awful for him throughout the book. Though I am looking forward to reading more about them in the next book and to see how their life is working out.

4 out of 5 stars.
530 pages.
New Adult. Mature Content.

Summary: For almost two years now, Kiera's boyfriend, Denny, has been everything she's ever wanted: loving, tender, and endlessly devoted to her. When they head off to a new city to start their lives together, Denny at his dream job and Kiera at a top-notch university, everything seems perfect. Then an unforeseen obligation forces the happy couple apart. Feeling lonely, confused, and in need of comfort, Kiera turns to an unexpected source,a local rock star named Kellan Kyle. At first, he's purely a friend she can lean on, but as her loneliness grows, so does their relationship. And then one night everything changes, and none of them will ever be the same.

Reason to Breathe (Breathing #1) by Rebecca Donovan

Reason to Breathe (Breathing #1) by Rebecca Donovan

Review: This is a new adult book, and there are some harsh themes in it, so be warned. This is a beautifully written book about a girl who has an awful life and is so strong, I could hardly read this because it so sad. It makes you want to protect Emma and save her, and by the end of this book it leaves you gasping for more.

3 out of 5 stars.

New Adult.

Mature Content.

 Summary: No one tried to get involved with me, and I kept to myself. This was the place where everything was supposed to be safe and easy. How could Evan Mathews unravel my constant universe in just one day?"

In the affluent town of Weslyn, Connecticut, where most people worry about what to be seen in and who to be seen with, Emma Thomas would rather not be seen at all. She’s more concerned with feigning perfection while pulling down her sleeves to conceal the bruises - not wanting anyone to know how far from perfect her life truly is. Without expecting it, she finds love. It challenges her to recognize her own worth - but at the risk of revealing the terrible secret she’s desperate to hide.

The Coldest Girl in Coldtown by Holly Black

The Coldest Girl in Coldtown by Holly Black

Review: Well Holly Black still has it. Anything and everything she writes makes you think how in the world did she come up with such a twisted view on this subject. She did it with magic, fayes, and now Vampires. I was blown away by how good this book is, I mean wow. Falling in love, vampires, killing, and crazy vampires???!!! Whole new way of life and thinking after reading this book, I think Black could convince us readers of anything, if she really wanted to.

5 out of 5 stars.

Young Adult.

 Summary: Tana lives in a world where walled cities called Coldtowns exist. In them, quarantined monsters and humans mingle in a decadently bloody mix of predator and prey. The only problem is, once you pass through Coldtown’s gates, you can never leave.

One morning, after a perfectly ordinary party, Tana wakes up surrounded by corpses. The only other survivors of this massacre are her exasperatingly endearing ex-boyfriend, infected and on the edge, and a mysterious boy burdened with a terrible secret. Shaken and determined, Tana enters a race against the clock to save the three of them the only way she knows how: by going straight to the wicked, opulent heart of Coldtown itself.

Need (Need #1) by Carrie Jones, Julia Whelan (Narrator)

Need (Need #1) by Carrie Jones, Julia Whelan (Narrator)

Review: This was a cool audiobook to listen to in the fall weather while driving to school everyday. Kind of like a lot of other story plots but still has a pretty cool twist toward the end and a very kick ass grandma too. the main character Zara has a interesting cork too. Its makes you think about the book cover to figure out what's going to happen later in the series, I can't wait to read more.

3 out of 5 stars.   

Audio Book. 

Young Adult.

 Summary: Zara White suspects there's a freaky guy semi-stalking her. She's also obsessed with phobias. And it's true, she hasn't exactly been herself since her stepfather died. But exiling her to shivery Maine to live with her grandmother? That seems a bit extreme. The move is supposed to help her stay sane . . . but Zara's pretty sure her mom just can't deal with her right now. She couldn't be more wrong. Turns out the semi-stalker is not a figment of Zara's overactive imagination. In fact, he's still following her, leaving behind an eerie trail of gold dust. There's something not right? not human? In this sleepy Maine town, and all signs point to Zara. In this creepy, compelling breakout novel, Carrie Jones delivers romance, suspense, and a creature you never thought you'd have to fear.

Kissing Shakespeare by Pamela Mingle

Kissing Shakespeare by Pamela Mingle

Review: Sounds a lot better than it really is, trust me. But the book still has some good kissing sense's, but still in the end no real happy ending or any possible continuing or the story into a second book.

2 out 5 stars.

Young Adult.

 Summary: Miranda has Shakespeare in her blood: she hopes one day to become a Shakespearean actor like her famous parents. At least, she does until her disastrous performance in her school's staging of The Taming of the Shrew. Humiliated, Miranda skips the opening-night party. All she wants to do is hide.

Fellow cast member, Stephen Langford, has other plans for Miranda. When he steps out of the backstage shadows and asks if she'd like to meet Shakespeare, Miranda thinks he's a total nutcase. But before she can object, Stephen whisks her back to 16th century England—the world Stephen's really from. He wants Miranda to use her acting talents and modern-day charms on the young Will Shakespeare. Without her help, Stephen claims, the world will lost its greatest playwright.

Miranda isn't convinced she's the girl for the job. Why would Shakespeare care about her? And just who is this infuriating time traveler, Stephen Langford? Reluctantly, she agrees to help, knowing that it's her only chance of getting back to the present and her "real" life. What Miranda doesn't bargain for is finding true love . . . with no acting required.

Earthbound (Earthbound #1) by Aprilynne Pike

Earthbound (Earthbound #1) by Aprilynne Pike

Review: I have never read anything by Aprilynne Pike before but I have heard she writes great books. But for this series I could not see it. The main character Tavia was lacking I feel and so was the love triangle. The story plot was really good along with the book cover and the magic. I'm hopeful and looking forward to the next book.

2 out of 5 stars.
Young Adult.

 Summary: Tavia Michaels is the sole survivor of the plane crash that killed her parents. When she starts to see strange visions of a boy she’s never spoken with in real life, she begins to suspect that there’s much about her past that she isn’t being told.

Tavia immediately searches for answers, desperate to determine why she feels so drawn to a boy she hardly knows. But when Tavia discovers that the aunt and uncle who took her in after her parents' death may have actually been responsible for the plane crash that killed them--and that she may have been the true intended victim--she flees for the safety of Camden, Maine, where the boy she sees in her visions instructs her to go.

Now, Tavia is on the run with no one to trust. No one, that is, except for her best friend and longtime crush, Benson.

Tavia feels torn between the boy who mysteriously comes to her at night and the boy who has been by her side every step of the way. But what Tavia doesn't know is that the world is literally falling apart and that to save it she will have to unite with the boy in her visions. Only problem? To do so would mean rejecting Benson's love. And that's the one thing Tavia Michaels swore she'd never do.

Allegiant (Divergent #3) by Veronica Roth

Allegiant (Divergent #3) by Veronica Roth

Review: I know you have all been waiting for this review all week long, so here it is.
The final book in the divergent series DOES NOT DISAPOINT.
But yes, the conclusion as some of you might have heard of does have a *SPOILER* character death of the main cast in the end.But how Veronica Roth does it, readers can accept it when they are done crying and morning. It may be hard but it can be accepted and its understandable why the author killed that character. Also the plot does have a really good twist about the outside "World" and about Tris's mother and family, that you would not have thought of. Tris and Tobias relationship gets challenged and FINALLY progresses( but only that part is open for any interpretation). Overall the book was / is a beautiful send off for the characters.

5 out of 5 stars.
Young Adult.

 Summary: One choice will define you.

What if your whole world was a lie?
What if a single revelation—like a single choice—changed everything?
What if love and loyalty made you do things you never expected?

The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered—fractured by violence and power struggles and scarred by loss and betrayal. So when offered a chance to explore the world past the limits she’s known, Tris is ready. Perhaps beyond the fence, she and Tobias will find a simple new life together, free from complicated lies, tangled loyalties, and painful memories.

But Tris’s new reality is even more alarming than the one she left behind. Old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless. Explosive new truths change the hearts of those she loves. And once again, Tris must battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature—and of herself—while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice, and love.

Broken by C.J. Lyons

Broken by C.J. Lyons

Review: Could not put the book down, it had a great plot and twist that you don't see coming. The only part about the book and characters that wasn't great was how obeying scarlet was to her stepmom. The author did a good job explaining all the medical stuff in the book and how everything worked.

4 out of 5 stars.

Young Adult.

 Summary: The only thing fifteen-year-old Scarlet Killian has ever wanted is a chance at a normal life. Diagnosed with a rare and untreatable heart condition, she has never taken the school bus. Or giggled with friends during lunch. Or spied on a crush out of the corner of her eye. So when her parents offer her three days to prove she can survive high school, Scarlet knows her time is now... or never. Scarlet can feel her heart beating out of control with every slammed locker and every sideways glance in the hallway. But this high school is far from normal. And finding out the truth might just kill Scarlet before her heart does.

Racing Savannah (Hundred Oaks #4) by Miranda Kenneally

Racing Savannah (Hundred Oaks #4) by Miranda Kenneally

Review: You do not need to read the other 3 books before this one, because they are not in the plot as far as I could tell. A great inspirational book and characters about fighting and going after what you love and want to do with you life. It was also great to see the characters go after what she thought she might never get a chance at. Also the author did an amazing job with the main character Savannah, and how girls/women deserve to be treated with respect and sometime someone better.

5 out of 5 stars.

New Adult.

 Summary: They’re from two different worlds.

He lives in the estate house, and she spends most of her time in the stables helping her father train horses. In fact, Savannah has always been much more comfortable around horses than boys. Especially boys like Jack Goodwin—cocky, popular and completely out of her league. She knows the rules: no mixing between the staff and the Goodwin family. But Jack has no such boundaries.

With her dream of becoming a horse jockey, Savannah isn’t exactly one to follow the rules either. She’s not going to let someone tell her a girl isn’t tough enough to race. Sure, it’s dangerous. Then again, so is dating Jack…

Gated by Amy Christine Parker

Gated by Amy Christine Parker

Review: Has a great plot line that you don't see that often, a cult. The book was very interesting from the main character Lyla point of view, because of the many things she had to deal with, while being in the cult. The only problem with the book is that there is so much extra detail add that at times is boring and hard to read past it to get to the good parts of the book.

2 out of 5 stars.

Young Adult.

 Summary: A fast-paced, nerve-fraying contemporary thriller that questions loyalties and twists truths.

Appearances can be deceiving.

In the Community, life seems perfect. After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Pioneer invited Lyla’s family to join his group and escape the evil in the world. They were happy to be chosen, happy to move away from New York and start over in such an idyllic gated community. Now seventeen, Lyla knows that Pioneer is more than just their charismatic leader, he is their prophet . . . but his visions have grown dark.

Lyla is a loyal member of the Community, but a chance encounter with an outsider boy has her questioning Pioneer, the Community—everything. And if there’s one thing not allowed in the Community, it’s doubt. Her family and friends are certain in their belief. Lyla wishes she could feel the same. As Pioneer begins to manipulate his flock toward disaster, the question remains: Will Lyla follow them over the edge?

If I Stay (If I Stay #1) by Gayle Forman

If I Stay (If I Stay #1) by Gayle Forman

Review: This book blew me away within the first ten pages. I have never been so moved that fast in a book before. The main character, Mia, has a normal life and within a second its all gone. It hard to separate yourself from the book because what happened to Mia could happen to anyone even yourself. I know I have thought about what I would do in her situation and it still makes me cry thinking about it. This book is very inspirational and moving, just have a box of tissues with you when you read it.

5 out of 5 stars.

Young Adult.

 Summary: In a single moment, everything changes. Seventeen-year-old Mia has no memory of the accident; she can only recall riding along the snow-wet Oregon road with her family. Then, in a blink, she finds herself watching as her own damaged body is taken from the wreck...

Mine (Real #2) by Katy Evans

Mine (Real #2) by Katy Evans

Review: Ok after the first book REAL, I felt like I was on crack and couldn't wait to get my next fix of Remy and Brook. This was an amazing second book to the Real series, it was just as intense, heart throbbing, sweet, and sexy as the first one. I still cant get over Remy, I wish he was mine, darn it! In this book it was like everything got better, the plot, the characters, the relationships, and the sex! I just mean WOW Katy Evens just out did herself. It was also great that Brook expressed herself more and finally took and did what she wanted. The end of the book is the best part, many new and uncertain surprises. Can't wait to see what happens next with Remy and Brook!

5 out of 5 stars
336 pages.
New Adult.

Mature Content.

Summary: The unstoppable bad boy of the Underground fighting circuit finally met his match. Hired to keep him in prime condition, Brooke Dumas unleashed a primal desire in Remington Remy Tate as vital as the air he breathes . . . and now he cant live without her. Brooke never imagined she would end up with the man who is every woman's dream, but not all dreams end happily ever after, and just when they need each other the most, Brooke is torn away from the ringside. Now with distance and darkness between them, the only thing left is to fight for the love of the man she calls MINE.

Real (Real #1) by Katy Evans

Real (Real #1) by Katy Evans

Review: I have had this book sitting on my shelf for a couple of weeks, taunting me into reading it and not do my homework. Well it finally won, and I regret NOTHING! This book is one of the New Adult ones and it does not disappoint. It was great read and leaves you begging for more. The book also touches on some deeper things, such as bipolar disorder and how it effects people and their lives. Also talks of cleaning living and of sports therapy, which is quite interesting.

5 out of 5 stars.

New Adult.

Mature Content.

 Summary: A fallen boxer.
A woman with a broken dream.
A competition…

He even makes me forget my name. One night was all it took, and I forgot everything and anything except the sexy fighter in the ring who sets my mind ablaze and my body on fire with wanting…

Remington Tate is the strongest, most confusing man I’ve ever met in my life.

He’s the star of the dangerous underground fighting circuit, and I’m drawn to him as I’ve never been drawn to anything in my life. I forget who I am, what I want, with just one look from him. When he’s near, I need to remind myself that I am strong–but he is stronger. And now it’s my job to keep his body working like a perfect machine, his taut muscles primed and ready to break the bones of his next opponents . . .

But the one he’s most threatening to, now, is me.

I want him. I want him without fear. Without reservations.

If only I knew for sure what it is that he wants from me?

Take Me Now (Take Me Now #1) by Faith Sullivan

Take Me Now (Take Me Now #1) by Faith Sullivan

Review: This book has a great plot line and gets you caught in its story right away. But there are still some problems with it that takes away from enjoying the book. Like characters just meeting but already knowing some facts about each other, the characters are very emotional and change their mind a lot. And lastly some of the characters were there, then were just gone without conflict happening to explain why. Despite all this the book still had me stringing along after it to see what happened next.

3 out of 5 stars.

New Adult.

Mature Content.

 Summary: How do you survive the internship from hell?

Don't fall in love.

Ivy thought being a reporter-in-training at the Independent Gazette would be her dream summer job. Little did she know, interviewing Eric, a landscaper with a heart of gold, would derail her plans. It turns out Ivy's boss, Lauren, has been eying his chiseled physique for quite some time.

But at twenty-four, Eric already has a tragic past, one that he is still reeling from. Even though his ordeal turned him into some sort of local celebrity, it's been a while since he's shared his bed with anyone. When he comes to Ivy's rescue out of the blue, it's not long before the two of them start seeing each other behind Lauren's back. When they get caught, Ivy's journey toward a college degree is jeopardized and her relationship with Eric is severely put to the test.

Career versus love? In the end, a shocking turn of events provides Ivy with a revelation she never saw coming.

The Care and Feeding of an Alpha Male (Bluebonnet #2) by Jessica Clare

The Care and Feeding of an Alpha Male (Bluebonnet #2) by Jessica Clare

Review: I had a lot of fun reading this book, it seems like a great series which I'm looking forward to reading more of it. This book is New Adult so there is Mature Themes in it, along with sex. The book is a nice light summer read and its funny too!

4 out of 5 stars

Adult Romance

 Summary: Beth Ann needed a hero…

Beth Ann Williamson has finally had it with her on-and-off fiancé of nine years. The problem? No one in town seems to believe her when she says it’s really over. Now Beth Ann is determined to show the small town of Bluebonnet, Texas, that she can take care of herself. That means opening her own salon and not taking the help that her ex-fiancé seems determined to offer.

Of course, even the best laid plans go awry when she’s stranded in the woods in the middle of a downpour. Some independent woman she is. She can’t even find her way out of the woods without the help of a handsome, but scowling, Marine.

She got more than she bargained for…

A die-hard survivalist, Colt Waggoner’s none too pleased when he’s sent to find the town’s pampered princess. He’s even more annoyed when Beth Ann isn’t grateful for the rescue. Fine, then. He’ll just have to teach the sexy blonde a lesson--a weekend of roughing it out in the wild. Just the two of them, alone, in muddy, wet clothing that needs to come off…

But Beth Ann isn’t the spoiled princess he thought. And when she propositions him for a one night stand, he knows he should turn it down. Because this alpha male might need more than just one night in her bed to satisfy him…

Thor The Dark World- Movie Review

Thor The Dark world

Movie Review: Ok, I think we all know what each other is thinking when we think of this movie...OKI! The movie was also way greater than the first one. I mean the characters were more developed Cough*LOKI*Cough. The extra ending(s) were pretty great too. The only problems I had with it was Jane it seemed like she didn't really care about Thor as much in this movie especially in the sadder deeper moments that were hard for him. And I'm still holding out hope that Loki and Darcy will finally meet and fall madly in love and have lots of babies. But not in this movie it seems, but I really can't wait to see the next one!!!

4 out of 5 stars.

Summary: The adventures of Thor, the Mighty Avenger, continue as he battles to save Earth and all the Nine Realms from a shadowy enemy that predates the universe itself. In the aftermath of Marvel's "Thor" and "Marvel's The Avengers," Thor fights to restore order across the cosmos...but an ancient race led by the vengeful Malekith returns to plunge the universe back into darkness. Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thor must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all.

Catching Fire ( Hunger Games 2)- Movie Review

Catching Fire ( Hunger Games 2)

Movie Review: It followed very close to the book and Finnick Odair did live up to the hype, but he did reveal something's that are not supposed to be said till the third movie. And a couple of other things were changed or not said, like there was to much Gale kissing, just saying. But the one cast change was ok because it was Buttercup and he finally got his one scene. The thing that did bug me was Katniss's facial expressions when the poop hit the fan and even in the funny moments. It felt like she wasn't understanding what was happening and how she should act. ( SPOLIER) I was really looking forward to the "and the baby" part in the movie, but they really didn't talk about it or her losing it in the games. And yes I do known that the baby was made up to help them, I just like to believe Peeta when he talks about it. Enough of me ranting, I'll get to the part your all wondering about....( SPOILER) the mouth to mouth with Peeta and Finnick, and yes it was as good as it was in the book. Your all welcome.

5 out of 5 stars.

Summary: The film begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a "Victor's Tour" of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) - a competition that could change Panem forever.