I am around..just been in a slump lately and life and the world has gotten to me. I have managed to read two books. and will post a review of them this weekend. Then currently reading two other books.
More to come soon.
Review coming soon of:
Currently Reading:
Okay update!!!
Anyone else read these yet?
I just finished “The Crown of Gilded Bones” – The review is up with the other two books in the series. I am loving this story of Poppy and Casteel!
Currently reading now is:
Summary:
Sixteen-year-old Elva has a secret. She has visions and strange powers that she will do anything to hide. She knows the warnings about what happens to witches in their small village of Hanau. She’s heard the terrible things people say about the Witch of the North Woods, and the malicious hunts that follow…
When Elva accidentally witnesses a devastating vision of the future, she decides she has to do everything she can to prevent it. Tapping into her powers for the first time, Elva discovers a magical mirror and its owner―none other than the Witch of the North Woods herself. As Elva learns more about her burgeoning magic, and the lines between hero and villain start to blur, she must find a way to right past wrongs before it’s too late.
After Broken Wish will be:
Summary:
Caledon Holt is the kingdom’s deadliest weapon. No one alive can best him in speed, strength, or brains, which is why he’s the Hearthstone Guild’s most dangerous member. Cal is also the Queen’s Assassin, bound to her by magic and unable to leave her service until the task she’s set for him is fulfilled.
Shadow of the Honey Glade has been training all her life to join the Guild, hoping that one day she’ll become an assassin as feared and revered as Cal. But Shadow’s mother and aunts expect her to serve the crown as a lady of the Renovian Court.
When a surprise attack brings Shadow and Cal together, they’re forced to team up as assassin and apprentice. Even though Shadow’s life belongs to the court and Cal’s belongs to the queen, they cannot deny their attraction to each other. But now, with war on the horizon and true love at risk, Shadow and Cal will uncover a shocking web of lies that will change their paths forever.
When my kids were smaller I used to read to them all the time. Board books that were read over and over. The other day while organizing a bit, I came across the box of the board books. Such sweet memories of having my kids in my lap while reading to them. I miss those days. Now they are more geared to minecraft, reading graphic novels, walks and always being hungry!
Here are some of the favorites that my kids enjoyed when they were little. Perhaps you can add them to your family or give them presents to new mothers/fathers.
Quick update in my world of reading…..
What the book is about:
368 Pages
William Morrow Paperbacks
July 23, 2019
To Leila Abid’s traditional Indian parents, finding a husband is as easy asmatch, meet, marry. Yes, she wants to marry, but after 26 years of singledom, even Leila is starting to get nervous. And to make matters worse, her parents are panicking, the neighbors are talking, and she’s wondering, are her expectations just too high?
But for Leila, a marriage of arrangement clashes with her lifelong dreams of a Bollywood romance, where real love happens before marriage, not the other way around. So she decides it’s time to stop dreaming and start dating.
It’s an impossible mission of satisfying her parents’ expectations, while also fulfilling her own western ideals of love. But after a series of speed dates, blind dates, online dates and even ambush dates, the sparks just don’t fly! Now, with the marriage clock ticking, and her 3-month deadline looming in the horizon, Leila must face the consequences of what might happen if she doesn’t find “the one…”
My thoughts:
I enjoyed this book. I could not put it down because I wanted to see what would happen with Leila concept of her dreams vs. reality. There were parts that made me laugh when she goes on the dates. I enjoyed how her parents are looking out for her and yet can be a little demanding. I can see Leila’s loves her parents but also wants her own thing. I think this book is rich, funny, charming and has diversity in it! If you are looking for a book to read in one sitting this might be it for you. It took me a few days to read because my life has other things that come first. If I had all the time in the world, this book would be done in one day. I look forward to more books by this author.
338 pages
Silver Wing Press
April 30, 2019
Author: Elise Kova
What it is about:
Vi Solaris is on the eve of getting everything she’s ever wanted—her family, her home, her throne—and to save the world she’s going to have to give it all up.
The Empire sees her as their Crown Princess, returning at long last. But Vi only sees visions of fate guiding her to the world’s gruesome end. Across the sea is a man who holds the keys to deciphering her premonitions and thwarting the ancient evil ravaging their world. But to get to him, Vi will have to contend with enemies of the crown, romance she didn’t expect, sorcerer pirates, and a betrayal she never saw coming.
She will learn the hard way that some evils never die… They only bide their time…
My Quick Review:
I enjoyed Vi’s adventure in this book. She had to make a hard decision and her brother supported her in it. It was nice to see what her brother was all about, Romulan. It continues on and on with twists and turns. Some I never saw coming and some that I had a hunch on. It is a fast pace book and just so cool. If you are a fan of fantasy and adventure, this is a must read. Read the first book first though! As one thing after another happens in this book, Vi shows strength and determination. She wants to save her father and figure out her vision. I think it’s pretty cool that she has visions and has these abilities to fight. Elise Kova’s world of magic and fighting and adventure explodes in this book. So amazing!! This book I managed to read in few days due to being a mom! Anyways I am ready for book three and can’t wait to see what adventure Vi goes on next.
My update….
Life has been a tad busy with the holidays….so I have not been able to update my blog. It’s a new year and new goals! Hopefully I can tackle them all. So onwards to the reading and books!
I have finished reading Finding the Rainbow by Traci Borum.
What is the book about:
Holly Newbury’s life is on hold in the cozy English village of Chilton Crosse. While her friends are marrying, having children, and embarking on successful careers, Holly is raising her three younger sisters and working part time at the village art gallery. Her life feels incomplete, but family is more important to her than anything. Then a film crew’s arrival galvanizes the community, and Holly becomes fast friends with Fletcher Hays, the movie’s love-shy American writer.
The production of an Emma film isn’t the only drama in town, though. Their father makes a choice that threatens everything she gave up her dreams for. Holly’s sisters endure growing pains. And Fletcher plans to return to America as soon as filming is over, ruining any chance of their relationship blossoming further. After years of sacrificing for others, Holly must find the courage to take a risk on a future she never dared to expect.
My Thoughts:
The cover caught my attention to be honest. Who doesn’t love rainbows and a lovely countryside? Then I read the summary of the book and decided to give it a go!
At first it was a little slow but then once I got past that bit, I wanted to know what was going to happen with Holly. I loved being immersed in Holly’s world and to feel and see what she had to go through with her sisters, her dad, friends and meeting someone new: Fletcher. The bits of drama here and there popping up was cool. I really liked it. It was a break from the usual stuff I read. It felt cozy and uplighting in a way. I kept rooting for Holly through everything she went through and thought she was a great character. Fletcher was an interesting character: a guy from Texas who went to England for school and lived there for a while. Oh and he plays the guitar..that is a sweet thing! The book was all good.
Currently Reading:
I am going to try to finish up The Iron Wyrm. And then perhaps start on Painting the Moon by Traci Borum (which is the first book in the series). I am going to tackle my to read pile this year. It is a goal!
More to come soon!
Ever read a book and then you just cannot finish it?
Pretty in Ink…I am about half way and I just do not seem that into this book for some odd reason. Maybe because I have to much going on? I think I am going to pause on this book and then go to another one to finish. Perhaps I’ll come back to this one.
Read this book a while back and it was a rather different for I. As I kept reading it, it just wasn’t a favorite of mine but I finished it. If you like strange, this book is for you!
Managed to finish this book today!
Currently reading this book which is fantastic. I love the main character so far. Hope to write more about it when I can lately. Trying to get back into this mode.
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