BOTM #8

Here's the books that I read in May 2012:

• Intertwined by Gena Showalter
• Dead Beautiful by Yvonne Woon
• Exiled by J. R. Wagner
• Scarlet by A. C. Gaughen
• Torn by Stephanie Guerra
• Burn Mark by Laura Powell
• Raised By Wolves by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

And the book of the month goes too...

Scarlet by A. C. Gaughen

This month was very hard as I had two books that was rated 5 stars but in the end I looked at my reviews and Scarlet had no negative thoughts on it.

A great book that I would recommend anyone who hasn't read it to go read it right this second as it's one of the best re-tellings I have ever read. It's one of those books that I wanted more than the one book and I know I will be reading it over and over again.

For my review click HERE

It's Monday What Are You Reading? #30

It's Monday What Are You Reading is a weekly meme hosted by Book Journey in which we plan our reading week!
(Click on images to send you to Goodreads)

Finished Reading

(Click on title for review)

Exiled by J. R. Wagner

Scarlet by A. C. Gaughen

Currently Reading

Burn Mark by Laura Powell

This book has started off a little slow but now things are starting to happen and it's getting very interesting. I am looking forward to see what is going to happen next.

Torn by Stephanie Guerra

I am kind of liking this book at the moment at the moment it seems to be a coming of age book but nothing too interested has happened so far and am nearly halfway through so something needs to happen soon.

Reading Next

Raised By Wolves by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

I am finally going to make myself start this book this week as it's been on my shelf for a long time now maybe even since last year!

The Watchers by Jon Steele

This one sounded good on Netgalley but a long one still going to try and read it though.

That's my reading plan of the week, what's yours?

Book Review: Exiled (The Never Chronicles #1)

Exiled (The Never Chronicles #1)

Format: e-arc
Publisher: Live Oak
Published: 5th May 2012
Pages: 288
Main Characters: James
Date Started: 8th May 2012
Date Finished: 16th May 2012
Rating Given: **

Blurb from Netgalley:

STRIPPED OF HIS POWERS AND BANISHED TO THE NEVER, JAMES MUST SAVE HIMSELF BEFORE HE CAN SAVE HIS  FELLOW SORCERERS FROM IMMINENT DEMISE
Prophesied by the greatest of all seers to be the sorcerer who would bring an end to the Epoch Terminus—the destruction of his kind—James grew up developing his powers under the watchful eye of his mentor, Akil Karanis.
James’s insular world is shattered when he is found guilty of murdering Akil and exiled to The Never, a mysterious and dangerous place reserved for the worst of the worst, a land from which no one returns.
Powerless and alone, James quickly learns that the land itself poses a greater threat than its inhabitants. If he is to have any chance of returning to his family, any chance of proving his innocence, any chance of saving his kind, he must survive the dangers and temptations meant to ensnare both body and mind in order to discover what no one else has been able to discover—a way home.

When looking through the new books that Netgalley had, I stumbled across this which sounded really good that I just had to try and I'm not sure whether I should have bothered as I ended up not liking it like I thought I would.

The cover looked a little creepy with using darker tones. I loved that it looks like they have used a photograph as it gives it a more realistic feel and something I was able to visualise a lot better than other books have done in the past. Also inside the book at the beginning of each chapter was a little drawing of what was happening and it again actually looked like a drawing rather than what someone did on a computer. With the drawings being there I was also able to get an image in my mind of what was going on and what the surrounding where like. It was definitely needed as I didn't get any of that through the actual words which was a shame.

I actually tried to start this book a couple of days before the date in which I stated but at that time I was tired and couldn't get into the first chapter but then when I went back to it I found that I still couldn't get into it I should have took the hint the first time round. It does actually start with things happening which I do usually like but to me it just didn't feel right. It was also very confusing as it jumps around in different time periods. First it would be that particular present time and then every other chapter would be where it would jump back and forth in time that it just got confusing. There was a couple of chapters where I thought here we go it's finally getting started but then it would go to a different time period where I am left wondering what happened in that particular time. I think if it wasn't for that I think this could have been a really good book but it just ended up being too confusing and nothing seemed to get wrapped up but maybe that's just because it's the first in a series and hopefully it will get better with the books to come although I'm not sure it's a series I want to continue with.

With the characters I didn't feel like I got to know them as well as what I have done in other books. I did start to warm to James he seemed to be nice enough as well as a strong guy I think there's going to be more about him that will come out in the next books as well as the other books.

Overall to me this book seemed more like an introduction to the world but I just couldn't get into which is such a shame as the outline did show promise but because I struggled with this I just don't think I could continue on in this journey.

Teaser Tuesday #22

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along!




My teasers:

Scarlet by A. C. Gaughen

"Something to discuss with me, Guy of Gisbourne?" Rob called. The people scattered at this chance, the second captive forgotten.
"Guards!" Gisbourne called drawing his sword.
I couldn't resist. I'm a thief; we weren't never good with temptation, honestly. I pulled a knife out and flicked it; with the clear angle, it sliced a deep line into his left cheekbone. Blood began to drip fast, I noticed with a grin. - Page 76

I love this twist on a Robin Hood classic and I can't wait to read more as I think there are loads of secrets that are bound to come out soon.

              Exiled by J. R. Wagner

Margaret stared into his eyes. "That man is dead. Whoever we saw today is an impostor. Remember, James, magic is a deceiver's best friend. We must be hesitant in our trust of anyone."
"Especially the dead," A voice from behind them said. They both turned toward the sound. - Page 156

I'm not into this one as much as the other book that I'm reading. It's slow and confusing.




Both books are arc copies so quotes may differ to final finished copy.

It's Monday What Are You Reading? #29

It's Monday What Are You Reading is a weekly meme hosted by Book Journey in which we plan our reading week!
(Click on images to send you to Goodreads)

Finished Reading

(Click on title for review)

 

Dead Beautiful by Yvonne Woon

 

 

Currently Reading

 

Exiled by J. R. Wagner

I am just over halfway through with this book and I can't seem to get into it at all. It's very confusing as the dates jump all over the place. I just can't wait to finish it so I can start something new.

Scarlet by A. C. Gaughen

I only started this one yesterday but already I am loving it and I can't wait to find out what has/is going to happen.

Reading Next

Burn Mark by Laura Powell

Torn by Stephanie Guerra

Looking forward to reading both of these books as they both look very interesting.

That's my week of reading planned, what's your reading plan?

 

It's Monday What Are You Reading? #28

It's Monday What Are You Reading is a weekly meme hosted by Book Journey in which we plan our reading week!
(Click on images to send you to Goodreads)

Finished Reading

(Click on title for review)

Divergent by Veronica Roth

The Immortal Rules by Julie Kagawa

Intertwined by Gena Showalter (review coming soon)

Currently Reading

Dead Beautiful by Yvonne Woon

Only read the first chapter so far but things have already started to happen making me excited for what is going to happen next.

Reading Next

Exiled by J. R. Wagner

Was supposed to be starting this last week but never got around to it so I will try again.

Scarlet by A. C. Gaughen

Looking forward to reading this book it sounds so good and also heard it's good too.

That's my plan for what I am reading this week, what's everyone else reading?

It's Monday What Are You Reading? #27

It's Monday What Are You Reading is a weekly meme hosted by Book Journey in which we plan our reading week!
(Click on images to send you to Goodreads)

Finished Reading

(Click on title for review)

A Face Like Glass by Frances Hardinge

Currently Reading

Divergent by Veronica Roth

I started this book on Saturday and I am about halfway through as I just can't put it down it's very addicting. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the book.

The Immortal Rules by Julie Kagawa

Really enjoying this book so far although it has been more of a build up so I am hoping that something big is going to happen soon.

Reading Next

Exiled by J. R. Wagner

Intertwined by Gena Showalter

That's what I am planning on reading this week, what's on your reading plan?

In My Mailbox #25

In My Mailbox is a weekly meme that is hosted by The Story Siren. This is where we show what we have either bought or was given throughout the week gone by. (Click on the pictures for full synopsis)









I never did a IMM last week as I only received one book so I thought I would add it to the books I received this week.

Crave by Melissa Darnell

I received this last week as a swap from Misty over at Goodreads which I am so happy about as I have read this before on Netgalley but I wanted a finished copy.

Half-Blood by Jennifer L. Armentrout

My mum got me this as an Easter present as I didn't want an egg but I really wanted to read this book as it looks and sounds good. I have heard so many great things about this author so I can't wait to find out what I'm missing.

A Face Like Glass by Frances Hardinge

I received this book for a review purpose which I am looking forward to reading as it sounds really good.

Netgalley Books

Redemption by Veronique Launier

Exiled by J.R. Wagner

That's what I received this week what was in your mailbox?