Sunday, August 31, 2014

City of Heavenly Fire | Cassandra Clare


In this dazzling and long-awaited conclusion to the acclaimed Mortal Instruments series, Clary and her friends fight the greatest evil they have ever faced: Clary's own brother.

Sebastian Morgenstern is on the move, systematically turning Shadowhunter against Shadowhunter. Bearing the Infernal Cup, he transforms Shadowhunters into creatures out of nightmare, tearing apart families and lovers as the ranks of his Endarkened army swell.

The embattled Shadowhunters withdraw to Idris - but not even the famed demon towers of Alicante can keep Sebastian at bay. And with the Nephilim trapped in Idris, who will guard the world against demons?

When one of the greatest betrayals the Nephilim have ever known is revealed, Clary, Jace, Isabelle, Simon, and Alec must flee - even if their journey takes them deep into the demon realms, where no Shadowhunter has set foot before, and from which no human being has ever returned...

Love will be sacrificed and lives lost in the terrible battle for the fate of the word in the thrilling final installment of the classic urban fantasy series The Mortal Instruments!

This book was absolutely phenomenal. It concluded everything in the most perfect way possible. And even though I'm upset that the series is over and my time with Clary, Jace, and all the other characters is over, I don't think there was a better way to end this wonderful series.

Saturday, August 30, 2014

Ignite Me | Tahereh Mafi

Hey Fantabulous Readers!

I have finally finished the Shatter Me Trilogy, here's my review on the final book Ignite Me.


Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Series Tag | The Lux Series

Hey Fantabulous Readers!

Today we are doing yet another series tag, for the Lux Series.

Question #1: What do you think of the covers?

This series also recently underwent a cover change. It went from the ones below to the ones above. To be honest, I don't like either one of these covers. Both are meh. But I especially hate the new ones. The bright blue shinyness, upsidedown silhouette in the background, and half a face have less than nothing to do with the actual plot of the books. And if I didn't already know about the series, I probably wouldn't even have started it. 


Question #2: Why did you decide to read this series? 

My librarian recommended this series to me. She had told me she really enjoyed it and that I would too. Guess what? She was right! 

Question #3: What was your first impression of the series?

I really liked this series right off the bat. The characters were likable and the whole world was intense and a whole lot of fun to read. As much as the first book is like Twilight, it is so much better and I was into the series from the start. 

Question #4: What was your final impression of the series?

I was really surprised when the series ended since I didn't really see it coming. I'm somewhat upset that it's over, but I think it was ended pretty well, so I'm not upset about it. 

Question #5: Who was your favorite character in the series?

Katyyy. Like i said, she's kickbutt. She's strong and independent and can hold her own which is great.

Question #6: Which character showed the most growth in this series?

Again I'd have to say Katy. She went from this nerd book blogger to a kickbutt heroine in her own messed up dystopian world. She's really great and I love her.

Question #7: How long will you be in post-book depression after reading this series?

Not too long, considering City of Heavenly Fire is next up on my TBR and I'm really really excited to get into that.

Question #8: Dawson or Daemon?  

Definitely Daemon. We saw more of him and he's confident and awesome and hot. 

Question #9: Rate the books in order from favorite to least favorite. 

1. Obsidian
2. Onyx
3. Opposition
4. Opal
5. Origin

Question #10: What's your favorite ship? 

Kaemon, no doubt. Granted we really didn't see many other ships in this book. But Kaemon is pretty kickbutt. 

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Opposition | Jennifer L. Armentrout


Katy knows the world changed the night the Luxen came. 

She can't believe Daemon welcomed his race or stood by as his kind threatened to obliterate every last human and hybrid on Earth. But the lines between good and bad have blurred, and love has become an emotion that could destroy her-- could destroy them all. 

Daemon will do anything to save those he loves, even if it means betrayal.

They must team with an unlikely enemy if there is any chance of surviving the invasion. But when it quickly becomes impossible to tell friend from foe, and the worls is crumbling around them, they may lose everything-- even what they cherish most-- to ensure the survival of their friends... and mankind. War has come to Earth. And no matter the outcome, the future will never be the same for those left standing. 

This is the fifth and final book in the Lux series.

Generally I really enjoyed this book. It was a really good mix of action and romance, although I admit it did seem a bit short. Because this is the fifth book of the Lux Series, I'm going to go straight into my spoiler-filled discussion. I'll link the reviews to the rest of the books below.

Obsidian
Onyx
Opal
Origin

Monday, August 25, 2014

Unravel Me | Tahereh Mafi

Hey Fantabulous Readers!

I just finished Unravel Me by Tahereh Mafi, here are my thoughts!


Bout of Books: Day 7 Update

Hey Fantabulous Readers!

Bout of Books 11 is over! Here's what I read!


Currently Reading: 

City of Heavenly Fire by Cassandra Clare

Finished Reading: 

Opposition by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Isla and the Happily Ever After by Stephanie Perkins
Unravel Me by Tahereh Mafi
Ignite Me by Tahereh Mafi

Pages Read: 167
Total Pages Read: 1728 


Overall, I'm not too happy with this turnout, but at the same time it's more than I expected to read. I'm just hoping I can do better next readathon. Let me know in the comments below how you did! 

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Bout of Books: Day 6 Update

Hey Fantabulous Readers!

The Bout of Books readathon is almost over! Progress time!


Currently Reading: 

City of Heavenly Fire by Cassandra Clare

Finished Reading: 

Opposition by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Unravel Me by Tahereh Mafi
Ignite Me by Tahereh Mafi
Isla and the Happily Ever After by Stephanie Perkins

Pages Read: 216
Total Pages Read: 1561

Overall I'm pretty alright with my progress throughout this readathon. Especially considering I was so busy throughout this whole week. I read a lot more than my TBR said...so yay :D