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1 {A} Princess Academy by Shannon Hale

Princess Academy by Shannon Hale

I love picking up a book with no idea what it will be like. I'd hear of this title, but hadn't read the synopsis. I was immediately swallow up. The writing is so good, I FELT like I grew up in Miri's world. It was so tangible, including the bits of magic. Truly a "good book". This is a book I could read my kindergartner and we would both enjoy it. Lovely, really lovely.

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0 {B+} Austenland by Shannon Hale

Austenland by Shannon Hale

Of my goodness, I laughed while reading this book. It was unlike anything I've read before. If you are a fan of Jan Austen's classics, then you MUST read this book (my sisters were right). Yes it was silly, but it was fun. However, it is not a deep thinker and did not creep into my thoughts after I was done. It was just a quick fix for this reading addict.

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0 {B+} The Raging Quiet by Sherryl Jordan

The Raging Quiet by Sherryl Jordan

I enjoyed being swept away in this book. It wasn't as intense as some other books I've read lately and I enjoyed the change of scenery. It was emotional and touching. Some have called it simple, but I think it is more a fairy-tale romance (without any fantasy characters). Although the plot and writing could be considered young adult, there is sex...at two ends of the spectrum (although only at the first and end of the book).

"An ageless troy about the power of love that should leave a satisfying and lasting impression on its readers" - School Library journal


"This tale belongs to any time, even out own; it is a bout prejudice and ignorance, and a young woman wrongly accused, who is guilty of only one thing -the unforgivable crime of being different." -Sherryl Jordan

PS - I have an extra copy if any one wants it (ended up with 2)

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0 {A-} Gathering Blue (The Giver, #2) - by Lois Lowry

Gathering Blue by Lois Lowry

I love Lois' distinct language. The characters take on such depth in a just a few pages. Very though provoking. The ending is a bit chopped. (not a true sequel to 'The Giver')


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0 {A} The Giver (Giver #1) - by Lois Lowry

The Giver by Lois Lowry

I picked this up again after reading 'Matched' by Ally Condie. Some claim that Condie copied Lowry's premise and setting, but I don't think its plagiarism. Yes, there are many similarities, but I'm okay with them. I loved both books for different reasons. 'The Giver' is a true classic, full of depth. 'Matched' is more of a romance that kept me on the edge of my seat.

Have you read them both? how do you think they compare?


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0 {A-} Beautiful Creatures (Caster Chronicles, #1) - by Kami Garcia

Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia


I guess I'm lame. Throw me a bit of romance and a bit of fantasy and I'm happy. I'm not sure what the title has to do with anything, but the cover is beautiful and the story kept me turning pages so I'll overlook it. Good book. Glad there are more. The end.


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0 {B-} Fever 1793 - by Laurie Halse Anderson

Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson

I can't remember how I heard about this book, but I'm not sure if I loved it. Of course it was well written and the main characters develop well, however it felt a bit simple after all the wild fantasy I've been living in lately.


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0 {A} Matched (Matched #1) - by Ally Condie

Matched by Ally Condie

I admit I read this book in one sitting (10pm-2am). I just couldn't find a good place to put it down at. Lots have criticized it for similarities with 'The Giver', but I don't mind too much. I'm in a book for an escape, and escape I did -love triangle and all. I'm most glad for the ending...there was one. Although I'm dying for the next installment, at least I can breath while I wait.

Hand decision:  I borrowed my sister's copy, but do I buy it?  I know I'll be buying the next installments and probably in hardback as they come out, so should I just buy this hardback now???



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0 {A} Captivate (Need, #2) - by Carrie Jones

Captivate by Carrie Jones


This is NOT a good way to end a middle book of a series. I REALLY need the next one now. My OCD prevents me from mixing book types in a series, but I may just have to buy the hardback of #3. I don't think I can wait a year for it to come out in paperback, like my copies of #1 &2.

I think that I liked the second installment even better than the first - rare!. In the first book the new world is revealed, but here Zara had to really deal with it and make some tough decisions. I like a brave author!!!


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0 {A-} Need (Need #1) - by Carrie Jones

Need by Carrie Jones


A great start to a series. I liked that the first book ends, a rarity for book #1's. I liked the balance of romance and fantasy. Looking forward to the rest of the books.


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1 {A}The Help - by Kathryn Stockett

The Help by Kathryn Stockett


I picked up this book merely because I heard its title a bunch. Um, there is a reason. It is great. Yeah, not a good adjective, but it really is. I laughed and cried, held my breath and let it out. I don't want to summarize the book because I hate reading summaries before I read a book. Let me just say, this should be required reading. For everyone. It made me look at myself differently; as a friend, as a neighbor, and a mother...mostly as a mother, but that is the 'season' I'm currently in. You should read this book. Now. (I have a copy to lend even)


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