Book of the Month - June

A bit of a slow reading month and I'm so behind on my reviews but I'll get there in the end. It's been a bit of a hit and miss month with what I've read in June.

Here's what I read in June:

• Edge of Glory (Friendship, Texas, #1) by Magan Vernon - 3/5
• Built (Saints of Denver, #1) by Jay Crownover - 4.5/5
• Pucked (Pucked, #1) by Helena Hunting - 3.5/5
• Sunset in Central Park (From Manhattan With Love, #2) by Sarah Morgan - 3.5/5
• Frozen by L.A. Casey - 3/5

I did DNF another book which was The Orphan Queen by Jodi Meadows I had to stop it because it was taking awhile to get into then I bought a new book that I couldn't wait to read. I will most likely go back to this book so it's a DNF for now.

And the book of the month goes too...

Built (Saints of Denver, #1) by Jay Crownover

Another book that didn't have a five star read but this one was so close as I almost gave it five stars but there was a moment that annoyed me so I couldn't give it to in the end but it was a very good read that pulled me out of my reading slump even if it was for a little while.

What was your book of the month?

Showcase Sunday #121

Showcase Sunday is a weekly Meme that I am taking part of. This weekly meme is hosted by Vicky over at Book, Biscuits and Tea.

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Here's what I got in December...

Paperback Books Received

  

 

I received these books for Christmas and I can't wait to read them all.

Kindle Books Bought

 

Free Kindle Books

 

Review Kindle Books

  

What did you receive in December?

Top 10 of 2015 - Best Book Covers

Best book covers of 2015 (Must be a book released in 2015. Would be best if it's a book you've read in 2015, but it's not required.

10.

First & Then by Emma Mills

I love the simplicty of this cover as well as the colourfulness of it. I do need this one on my shelf just so I can see if it looks as good in person as it does on the computer.

9.

The Substitute ( The Wedding Pact, #1) by Denise Grover Swank

What draws me to this cover is the softness of it as it gives it a romantic feel to the cover. I love that the cover is inkeeping with the actual story which is always a plus in my eyes.

8.

Never Never by Brianna R. Shrum

I love the look of this book especially the use of colours as I feel it's in keeping with the actual story.

7.

Angel of Redemption by J.A. Little

I think what makes this book stand out to me is the way that it's done in black and white which is always something that I will love. As well as the tattoo's I also love the style of font used.

6.

Static (The Luminaries, #2) by S.K. Anthony

The Luminaries series has the best covers and this one is no different although I do prefer book one just a smidgen more.

5.

Hero by Samantha Young

This one does have a similar look as the previous book but for me this one is a little bit better as I think the whole thing works well together plus the effect of it stands out for me.

4.

Frostfire (Kanin Chronicles, #1) by Amanda Hocking

I think for me it's the scenery that makes this cover stand out as it just looks stunning. The use of colour using mainly white with that hint of red sets the whole cover off nicely.

3.

The Orphan Queen (The Orphan Queen, #1) by Jodi Meadows

The use of light and shade in this cover really does make this cover what it is. What really does stand out in this cover is the cape it looks beautiful.

2.

Beautiful Redemption (The Maddox Brothers, #2) by Jamie McGuire

For someone who doesn't like birds (apart from owls) I'm surprised at how much I love this cover. I think the reason why I don't mind the wing in the foreground is that it reminds me of an angels wing.

1.

The Heir (The Selection, #4) by Kiera Cass

For me no other cover can touch The Selection covers and I feel like they get better and better as the series goes on. Everything about this cover stands out and no matter whether I like this series or not I still will have to get the books just so I can have them sitting on my shelf.

What is your favourite covers of 2015?

Waiting on Wednesday - My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Here's this week's book I can't wait for...

My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, 

Brodi Ashton and Jodi Meadows

Expected Publication: 7th June 2016

Synopsis:For fans of The Princess Bride comes the comical, fantastical, romantical, (not) entirely true story of Lady Jane Grey.
Lady Jane Grey, sixteen, is about to be married to a total stranger—and caught up in an insidious plot to rob her cousin, King Edward, of his throne. But that’s the least of Jane’s problems. She’s about to become Queen of England. Like that could go wrong.

I'm not usually a fan of collaborations but I've read only good things about two of the three I just need to read something by Brodi. This book sounds so good I'm so excited to read it I just wish it was released sooner than June 2016!




What are you waiting on? 

Waiting on Wednesday - The Orphan Queen by Jodi Meadows

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Here's this week's book I can't wait for...

The Orphan Queen (The Orphan Queen, #1) 

by Jodi Meadows

Expected Publication: 10th March 2015

Synopsis:
Wilhelmina has a hundred identities.
She is a princess. When the Indigo Kingdom conquered her homeland, Wilhelmina and other orphaned children of nobility were taken to Skyvale, the Indigo Kingdom’s capital. Ten years later, they are the Ospreys, experts at stealth and theft. With them, Wilhelmina means to take back her throne.
She is a spy. Wil and her best friend, Melanie, infiltrate Skyvale Palace to study their foes. They assume the identities of nobles from a wraith-fallen kingdom, but enemies fill the palace, and Melanie’s behavior grows suspicious. With Osprey missions becoming increasingly dangerous and their leader more unstable, Wil can’t trust anyone.
She is a threat. Wraith is the toxic by-product of magic, and for a century using magic has been forbidden. Still the wraith pours across the continent, reshaping the land and animals into fresh horrors. Soon it will reach the Indigo Kingdom. Wilhelmina’s magic might be the key to stopping the wraith, but if the vigilante Black Knife discovers Wil’s magic, she will vanish like all the others
Jodi Meadows introduces a vivid new fantasy full of intrigue, romance, dangerous magic, and one girl’s battle to reclaim her place in the world.

I have read one of Jodi Meadows books before and I really enjoyed it and this one sounds just as good but I must admit this is more about cover lust!


What are you waiting on? 

BOTM #29

Listing all the books that I read during February I was surprised by how many I read. It's been a mixed bag in February as I have read some amazing books but also a few that I wasn't a huge fan of.
Here's the books that I read in February:

• Once Upon a Masquerade by Tamara Hughes - 2/5
• Hourglass (Hourglass, #1) by Myra McEntire - 4.5/5
• Shattered Promises (Shattered Promises, #1) by Jessica Sorensen - 2/5
• Smokin' Hot by Lynn LaFleur - 3/5
• Crazy Stupid Sex by Maisey Yates - 3/5
• Breathe (Sea Breeze, #1) by Abbi Glines - 5/5
• Misbehaving by Tiffany Reisz - 4/5
• Switched by Cassie Mae - 5/5
• Her Valentine Fantasy by Nancy Warren - 2.5/5
• Incarnate (Newsoul, #1) by Jodi Meadows - 4.5/5
• 10 Ways to Handle the Best Man by Heidi Rice - 2/5
• Fall From Grace (Mad World, #1) by Christine Zolendz - 4.5/5
• Shatter Me (Shatter Me, #1) by Tahereh Mafi - 5/5

And the book of the month goes to...

This was a hard one to choose and at one point I was thinking of making it a three way tie with my 5/5 books, but once I thought about it it was this one that I couldn't think of any negative thoughts. The other two books there was a tiny part that I could say I didn't like but not this one.

Book Review: Incarnate (Newsoul, #1) by Jodi Meadows

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Format: Hardback

Publishers: Katherine Tegen Books 

Published: 31st January 2012

Pages: 374

Genre: Young Adult, Romance, Dystopia

Main Characters: Ana, Sam

Date Read: 16th February - 22nd February 2014

Rating Given:

Blurb:
NEWSOULAna is new. For thousands of years in Range, a million souls have been reincarnated over and over, keeping their memories and experiences from previous lifetimes. When Ana was born, another soul vanished, and no one knows why.
NOSOULEven Ana's own mother thinks she's a nosoul, an omen of worse things to come, and has kept her away from society. To escape her seclusion and learn whether she'll be reincarnated, Ana travels to the city of Heart, but its citizens are afraid of what her presence means. When dragons and sylph attack the city, is Ana to blame?
HEARTSam believes Ana's new soul is good and worthwhile. When he stands up for her, their relationship blooms. But can he love someone who may live only once, and will Ana's enemies—human and creature alike—let them be together? Ana needs to uncover the mistake that gave her someone else's life, but will her quest threaten the peace of Heart and destroy the promise of reincarnation for all?

I received this for my Birthday 2 years ago and I have now finally gotten around to reading it! It was worth the wait as I did enjoy it.

This is one of my favourite covers as it is just stunning. I love everything about this cover especially the colours as they make the cover stand out even more.

When I first started this book I actually wasn't sure I was going to like it as for the most part I was bored. I didn't mind that in the end as it was needed to build the world that Meadows created. I loved that it was completely different to other books that I have read. I felt that it was very beautifully lyrically written  which I think worked well the nod to the music. The slow build of romance was great to see and they seemed so sweet together even if they didn't want to admit it. There was a bit of predictability that I usually don't mind but I wanted something different with this book. I kind of liked the ending as a few questions was answered but also left it open for it to continue into the rest of the series I just don't feel like I need to rush to continue the series even though I already have the second book waiting!

For most part I wasn't quite sure about the characters as I felt it took them a while to get to know each of them it's even harder when most of them used to be other people. Ana was a really sweet character which surprised me especially when we find out more about what happened and happens throughout her life. She was also emotionally strong person even if she doesn't agree. Sam was another sweet character that I liked as he was always helping Ana when no one else would. In the end apart from the ones that we where supposed to despise I liked I just didn't love them.

Overall this is more of a world building book so at times it was hard to love but I'm hoping that will change in the next book.

Showcase Sunday #58

Showcase Sunday is a weekly Meme that I am taking part of. This weekly meme is hosted by Vicky over at Book, Biscuits and Tea and for more info click on the SS image which will take you straight to the blog. Click images to take you to Goodreads.

Ok so this could be a long one as it's my haul for the past two weeks as well as my Birthday haul!

Physical Books Bought/Gifted

  

  

  

 

I have to get Wicked as in November me and my sister are off to London to go see it at the theatre and I for one can't wait!

 

Kindle Books Bought/GC

 

  

 

Free Kindle Books

 

  

 

Review Kindle Books

 

   

   

 

Unchained I actually won the review copy from Entangled.

These are just a few of the review copies that I received in the past two weeks which I narrowed down to the ones I'm most excited about.

 

Well looking at this post I think I may have received just a few books in the past two weeks now I just need to find the time to read them and the rest of the books on my TBR pile!