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Julie kagawa in cincy???

On my way to Joseph Beth Booksellers in Cincinati Ohio to go to a YA book event featuring many Authors including Julie Kagawa!!!  

I am back!!

I am back!! I have been neglecting my blog, however, I have still been reading, reading, and reading.  I have sooo many reviews to get posted! I hope to post at least 2-3 reviews each day until I get all of my reviews done and posted.  I have some Netgalley ARCs to read and review, as well as, my personal books.  Please be patient as I work to get all of these posted.  If you see a book in my library that is not reviewed, don't hesitate to ask me about it....


xoxo
Brandi

Rain by Amanda Sun

Title: Rain

Author: Amanda Sun

Release Date: 6/24/14

Publisher: Harlequin Teen

Purchase:  Barnes and Noble / Amazon

When she first moved to Japan, American Katie Green had no idea she would get caught in a battle between the Japanese mafia and the supernatural forces that have governed Japan for most of its history.  Despite the danger, Katie is determined to stay put.  She's started to build a life in the city of Shizuoka, and she can't imagine leaving behind her friends, her aunt and especially Tomohiro, the guy she's fallen in love with. 
But the decision to stay is not as simple as she thought.  She's flunking out of Japanese school and committing cultural faux pas wherever she goes.  Tomohiro is also struggling- as a Kami, his connection to the ancient gods of Japan and his power to bring drawings to life have begun to spiral out of control.
When Tomo decides to stop drawing, the ink finds other ways to seep into his life- blackouts, threatening messages and the appearance of unexplained sketches.  Unsure how to help Tomo, Katie turns to an unexpected source for help- Jun, her former friend and a Kami with an agenda of his own.  But is Jun really the ally he claims to be? In order to save themselves, Katie and Tomohiro must unravel the truth about Tomo's dark ancestry, as well as Katie's, and confront one of the darkest gods in Japanese legend. 

My Thoughts:

The legend behind the Kami is tragic and beautiful, just as the love between Katie and Tomohiro is dangerous and electric. 

I could not wait for this book to come out so I could get my hands on it, and I was not disappointed.  Amanda Sun does an amazing job of pulling the reader into the book and dropping them off in the middle of Shizuoka, Japan.  I could not put this book down!  I felt as if I was traveling with Katie through all her struggles and discoveries.  I felt her pain and her joy as I read this book.
This book answers questions about who Katie, Tomohiro, and Jun really are.  This book leaves readers wanting more, more, more.
Katie and Tomohiro's relationship heats up and cools down.  When you throw a dash of Jun into the mix the temperature turns up and the tensions rise.  You'll get alot of mystery, romance, and an amazing story in this second edition.   I cant wait for the third!!!

5 out of 5 Stars!!!

Cover Reveal

Cover reveal for Beth Revis' Body Electric

This cover is so amazing!  I cannot wait for this book to come out.  Beth describes the book as "

Blade Runner meets Total Recall in this exciting new sci fi adventure!

Ella Shepherd can slip into other people’s minds. Using technology invented by her parents, Ella has the ability to experience–and influence–the memories of others. She’s used this ability to help ensure the safety of the world from a dangerous terrorist group, but not all is as it seems…because someone’s been inside Ella’s head, too.

(This description was copied from her news letter). 

As you can see this book sounds like an awesome adventure!! I can't wait. You can sign up for Beth Revis' news letter using the link below.. 

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Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Title: Obsidian

Author:  Jennifer L. Armentrout                

Release: 5/8/2012

Publisher: Entangled Teen

Purchase:  B&N / Amazon

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 marks me. 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. 

My Thoughts:

Jennifer Armentrout does a hell of a job creating original and plausible stories, and Obsidian does NOT disappoint.  Katy is a lover of books, smart, and is strong and determined.  She doesn't take any shit and is determined to try and not show Daemon that she wants him.  Well, she tries hard but fails.  As any normal girl would.  I mean really, Daemon is a book boyfriend that you love to hate.  And did I mention he is Drool-worthy????
Daemon is an ASS.  That's right, I said it.  He is an ass to Katy from the start, but as the book progresses his "true" self begins to shine through.  Daemon is a complex being.  His past, and present are riddled with rules and worries. He will do anything to protect his sister and his way of life.  He is tall, dark, gorgeous, and with his shirt off you will lose your words........ Enough about the guy... lets get to the story.
The story is original and very well written.This book is packed with mystery and secrets, pain and pleasure, danger and attraction.... This book has everything.  Battles are fought, friends are made, worlds turned upside down.  I need not go on.
This is the start to an Amazing series!  After you read this, you will run out to buy the next one immediately. 
   

5 out of 5 stars 

Mid Week Madness

It's Wednesday... Which means mid week madness!!!! If you're not familiar with this form of madness, you're missing out and you need to get familiarized... So here it is: This type of madness consists of books I'm currently reading, books to be reviewed, and my upcoming to read pile. 

So here's my mid week Madness...

Currently Reading

Books to be reviewed

Books to read