I didn't like it that much. I don't know the exact reason why. Is it because have high expectations or the book wasn't good enough?
I guess it's Okay.
I didn't like it that much. I don't know the exact reason why. Is it because have high expectations or the book wasn't good enough?
I guess it's also probably because it's still 'Beautiful Disaster,'..... only told in Travis's POV.. I really thought I'd at least love his POV because.. Hot Damn! this is Travis we're talking about! Everyone wants to know what goes inside his mind!..
But nah.. I thought I would understand him more, know things that I haven't known before... But he was still the Travis I read about months ago.. There was no OMG-WOW moments.. He's black or white. He wears his heart on his sleeves. So everything felt like deja vu.... Honestly, I would've probably loved it if this is a sequel...
The only thing I love and my reason for giving this 4 stars is the epilogue!. I loved it! It gave me reassurance that I 've been looking for from their story....more
Healing. Forgiveness. Self-worth. Hope. Courage. Happiness. Love.. Light in the Shadows is a STUNNUNG book!
Wow! I’ve had my entHealing. Forgiveness. Self-worth. Hope. Courage. Happiness. Love.. Light in the Shadows is a STUNNUNG book!
Wow! I’ve had my entire heart open up for this! I’m not one who gets so easily attached in a book but this is one of the few exceptions.
Light in the Shadows starts from what we left of in Find you in the Dark, the PAIN, REGRET, and EMOTIONAL BLACK HOLE that the characters went through. At first you’d think that everything is a lost cause. The plot was so depressing and bleak at the beginning. There’s this constant apprehension that will pull your mood down as both Maggie and Clay find hope in the midst of their issues.
I doubted Clay, for always finding his way back to his old self, for not being able to thwart his demons. But I came to understand him. Knowing his POV really helped a lot. You cannot expect to change a person over night. It is a long and draining process. It is an everyday struggle. So now, despite his flaws, I think I look up to him so much. He’s someone who’d do everything to change for himself, for the girl he loves, and for their future.
And the ending� is just BEAUTIFUL! It stitched back every broken string in my heart. I can say it gave me that satisfying sigh I’ve craved from their story. Yep I’m talking about a HEA! There’s always a rainbow after a rain. And I loved it!!
Once you read a person’s POV, it changes everything�
Because then you’ll start having compassion, understanding and concern for that character.
In so ma
Once you read a person’s POV, it changes everything�
Because then you’ll start having compassion, understanding and concern for that character.
In so many ways, he’s like Juliette. Warner, as I’ve realized, is one of those misunderstood tortured souls whose life is defined by their past. What he’s been through made him into what he is. He’s cruel.. destructive.. because that’s what he’s always known�. how he’s raised
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I’m taking back my first impression, my blind judgment for Warner.
I say I’d like to give his character a chance. I can tell there’s more to it than what I’ve know so far�..
“Utilizing her as a weapon was a story I fed to my father; I needed an excuse to have access to her, to gain the necessary clearance to study her files. It was a charade I was forced to maintain in front of my soldiers and the hundreds of cameras that monitor my existence. I did not bring her on base to exploit her ability. And I certainly did not expect to fall for her in the process.�
“I’ve developed a reputation as a cold, unfeeling monster who fears nothing and cares for less. But this is all very deceiving. Because the truth is, I am nothing but a coward"
Wow! Just WOW! I think this is simply one of my favorites!... Full of angst, drama, and emotion.. My kind of thing!
I thought this would just be anotheWow! Just WOW! I think this is simply one of my favorites!... Full of angst, drama, and emotion.. My kind of thing!
I thought this would just be another “Beautiful Disaster� story� But I found it completely different! I'm hooked! I can hardly stop myself from reading. It kept me awake late at night, not wanting to leave the characters�
Their love, their story, and all that love-hate issues going on are very different from what I’ve always read. It’s one thing to know what being bi-polar is. But it’s a whole other thing to read about how they struggle.
Clay Reed is one of those effortlessly gorgeous guy that would definitely make heads turn..
“Hot damn. Cue the violins and happy cartoon bunnies, I was in the middle of a Disney moment. Because this guy was gorgeous.�
But he is seriously flawed. I’d hate him for his mood swings, for being so irrational, temperamental. But I love him still� Whenever I feel how tortured he is, I understand him. I felt it so much� his suffering, everything he’s enduring to make everything work, to make their love work. He’s scarred physically and emotionally, but he wants to change.
“When you’re in a room, Maggie all I see is you. You make everything better. Clearer. You stop the crazy noise in my head. I can think, hell, I can breathe when we’re together. What you make me feel is the most unbelievable and scary thing I’ve ever felt.�
“I can’t be away from you. I know I fucked up. I deserve your anger, but I need you, Maggie. You know that. Everything is so dark without you.�
“This is forever, Maggie. I would follow you into hell if I had to.�
“I love you more than anything. With everything that I am.�
“Find You in the Dark� was an incredible read! It’s like standing at the edge of a cliff. It’s different kinds danger�. unknown territory.. that I’m sure as hell I don’t want to be a part of� But it was the honest feeling that came with it that made me appreciate it so much. The plot is not a fairytale with hearts and flowers but it’s truly worth my time!
I’m so excited for the next book! Especially after reading the letter that broke my heart into pieces..
“Life is all about choices, I decide- good ones, bad ones, selfish ones.�
This book literally and devastatingly ripped me to shreds!
“Life is all about choices, I decide- good ones, bad ones, selfish ones.�
This book literally and devastatingly ripped me to shreds!
Olivia. Caleb. Olivia. Caleb. Why???!!!
Aaargghh!! Crap. Crap. Crap.
I. am. BLOWN.AWAY! I mean I can’t even organize my thoughts for a review. I am completely consumed by Olivia, Caleb, their love, the tragedy, and all those complications. If I didn’t know better I would’ve banged my head to the wall because this book is�
Yup! I cried like a blubbering mess. I loved them. I hated them. I cursed their fate, their LIES and that scheming nasty girl named Leah. Too much emotions!
“Sometimes love is not enough�
And it hurts like hell! If I were inside the book I’d go Dr. Phil on Olivia and tell her she shouldn’t have made rash decisions when she’s mad. Then even if I kind of hate her, I’d give her a major do-over for everything she’s done, for everything they’ve both done! But I can’t! I have no choice but to curl up in bed and pathetically think of the “what could’ve beens� in their love and all the emotions this book has put me through..
I felt Love. Happiness. Excitement. Frustration. Hatred. Regret.
This book is full of ANGST and has the quality of a soap opera BUT! Keep in mind that at first you’ll feel the tension building up and ,in the end, everything will come crashing down on you like a bucket of ice! I love this book because it stirred something inside me.
“You can only give your heart away once, after that, everything else will chase you first love.�
“There is more to loving than just making yourself happy. You have to want him to be happier than you are.�
Deep Breaths. Deep Breaths. There’s still a second book�.
This is an okay book. I've read this months ago but only decided to rate it today.. Why? Because I'm torn between loving and liking this book! I don't This is an okay book. I've read this months ago but only decided to rate it today.. Why? Because I'm torn between loving and liking this book! I don't know how to rate it.
It has an engaging story, and unique plot.. The Bachelor/Wither/Hunger Games ... Yet there are some things I didn't like...
1. I was never a fan of "The Bachelor." Everything about that feels fake and forced.
2. The wierd names..
3. One minute I like the characters then hate them the next. Mostly, I'm talking about you America, I cannot understand her. She sometimes annoys me with her contradictory attitude.
4. I'm team Maxon. But then why can't he be just like the other book boyfriends I read? He's sometimes sweet, he's a prince, but a little too awkward.
5. What's up with the rebel attacks?? I find it hard to believe that they just magically enter the palace.
6. THE ENDING! Honestly, I thought I had a defective copy because that's not really a way to end a book.
There were times when I think I love the story but after I read this... I realized it's not as good as I thought it would be....more
Another THOUGHT-PROVOKING PAGE TURNER from Neal Shusterman!
It's been so long since I last wrote a review. It's not something I do for leisure anymore.Another THOUGHT-PROVOKING PAGE TURNER from Neal Shusterman!
It's been so long since I last wrote a review. It's not something I do for leisure anymore. But man! This is really good I think I’ll spare some of my time.
I've waited for almost two years. I was so excited for this. Finally!
My expectations were high for this sequel because the first book was brilliant. Unwind brought dystopia to a whole new level. So I'm just glad this book didn't disappoint! :)
The concept, the plot, the writing style, I just love the author's ingenious writing skills. Only few authors can pull off shifting POVs without making your head bleed. The previous and new characters' POVs are well-orchestrated that you'd never want to leave them. Despite the sheer loathing you feel for a character, curiosity wins, you'd rather continue reading. I’m talking about that sneaky little devil, STARKEY! For the most part of the book, I was wishing for him to end up being unwound.
I commend the author for making the characters alive and for making them get on my nerves. But I enjoy every second I spent reading this. It was truly an edge-of-your-seat experience. I recommend this to everyone who loved Unwind!
I wish my birthday wishes actually came true. Because they never freakin' do.
I liked this! I like the characters! They're so quirky and loveable. I leI wish my birthday wishes actually came true. Because they never freakin' do.
I liked this! I like the characters! They're so quirky and loveable. I learned a lot. And Dang I love Ben!! I just wished there were given more spotlight at the end. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it. I remembered my childhood because like Kayle, I had really really weird birthday wishes that in hindsight, should never be revealed.. lol. Well, not all people is given this kind of opportunity. ...more
THIS BOOK IS INCREDIBLE, RAW, HONEST, HEARTFELT, MOVING and EVERYTHING YOU COULD EVER HOPE FROM A NOVEL!!!!!
“Life is real and someti
THIS BOOK IS INCREDIBLE, RAW, HONEST, HEARTFELT, MOVING and EVERYTHING YOU COULD EVER HOPE FROM A NOVEL!!!!!
“Life is real and sometimes it’s ugly and you just have to learn how to cope�
If you haven’t read this, don’t just put this in your shelves!! as in CAPSLOCK READ THIS NOW!!!
I do enjoy some cutesy, mushy young adult novels. But then there are just some that you hold dear in your heart because you know it changed you, made you shed tears you never expected, and made you realize so so much.
HOPELESS gave me so much hope in so many ways�
Sky has a simple life. She is a girl everyone can relate to. She has some issues in life like a normal teenager. But everything turns upside down when the temperamental and swoony HOT BOD shows up.
“He’s one of those guys you know. The incredibly gorgeous guys who can have anyone, anytime, anywhere and they know it? The guys that, all they have to do is flash a crooked smile or a dimple and ask a girl her name and she melts until she’s on her knees in front of him? The guys that spend their Saturday nights climbing through windows?�
“I saw a guy at the store after school, and holy shit, Six. He was beautiful. Scary, but beautiful�.as soon as I looked at him, it was like my entire body melted to the floor. He was... Wow.�
Dean Holder. Yup he is THAT guy. I’m dying to talk about him because it’s a crime not to. I mean, what’s the point of making a review if he isn’t in it?
Both characters are adorable, broken but not beyond repair. I FELT them, their deep connection, their loss, their hurt, their love for each other. Sky and Holder represent every person out there who needs courage to go through life. And I know we all do. They made me see that you can’t let other people define who you are because what matters is what you think of yourself.
AND � I am drawn to their relationship! I love their banters. Their so funny and cute together it’s hard not to burst into the giddiest squeal whenever Holder says some cheesy pick up line or when he’s being so cocky I wanted to give him some ego-inflating text. But he’s always been by her side. He’s so sweet and he loves Sky so much that it pains me to see how hurt he is when she should be the one feeling it.
“Fuck all the firsts, Sky. The only thing that matters to me with you are the forevers.�
This is not just your average romance story. The writing is utterly engaging. It was so smoothly written I couldn’t put it down! I was laughing one moment, then I was in total shock, and the next thing I know I am crying my heart out. It was an AMAZING experience! I actually have so many lines highlighted in my copy. I would’ve shared them all but I just don’t want to spoil them.
I am in awe of the author because� boy! I was hooked! …AGAIN! I am absolutely in love with “Slammed� and “Point of Retreat� but then this book just proves how right I am to put the author on a pedestal whenever I think of her. I live you! I love you! LOL Colleen Hoover! Every fiber of my being is screaming “I want more of your works!�
First, let me tell you that I’m a huge Julie Kagawa fan so please forgive my a little bit biased re JULIE KAGAWA + VAMPIRES + DYSTOPIA = OMG PERFECT!!!
First, let me tell you that I’m a huge Julie Kagawa fan so please forgive my a little bit biased review. lol ;)
In this new novel, Kagawa ventures into two worlds fans of YA novels are raving about. Imagine a dystopian world filled with bloodsucking vampires. What do you get? The Immortal Rules! Well, freakin’tastic!
Allison Sekemoto is a human. She hates and despises vampires for their sheer cruelty. They treat humans as nothing but bloodbags from whom they could feed on whenever they want. But what if something terrible happens and she’s left with no choice but to be one of them? To be like those ruthless monsters that everyone fears?
“Sometime in your life, Alison Sekemoto, you will kill a human being. Accidentally or as a conscious, deliberate act. It is unavoidable. The question is not if it will happen, but when.�
The first time I read about the synopsis, I thought how would the author make this kind of story work? I mean I was having a post-Iron fey hangover so I didn’t want to read anything outside of the fey world. But actually, she pulled it off pretty well.
Yep, it was ominous and dark. But hey, Vampires and Dystopian, what are you expecting?? Despite that, I loved the engaging story. It’s new, refreshing and cool. The story is some kind of an “I am Legend� progeny with references to the bible. The concept is new and unique.
Moreover, I am truly fascinated by the characters, especially, Allison Sekemoto. I’ve never admired any vampire girl before her. She’s an incredible kick-ass heroine and I love that about her. She’s a vampire but her heart is definitely human through and through. And of course, Ezekiel. Zeke is a real gentleman. He sees the good in everyone. I just hope they’d be together in the end. When I reached the end, I am torn and my heart couldn’t accept their fate. Nevertheless, I liked it. I liked the concept, the plot, the characters and that there were still many unanswered questions. I’ve been anticipating this book for so long and I am just glad that it lived up to my expectations. I recommend it to all Julie Kagawa fans like me.
The Iron Knight is my dream-come-true and my wish-granted! I was definitely surprised and delighted when I realized I'm reading is Ash's POV!
The Iron Knight is my dream-come-true and my wish-granted! I was definitely surprised and delighted when I realized I'm reading is Ash's POV!
Reading the last book was bittersweet. Their problems finally resolved and the Iron Realm is in the hands of the new Iron Queen, Meghan Chase. But one thing that left me in a state of utter disbelief is the tragic truth that there will never be a future for Meghan and Ash. So please bear with me and my slightly discombobulated thoughts because I just finished the book a minute ago and here I am making a review yet my mind is still trapped in Nevernever.
I love Happily Ever Afters, especially one that is Ash-Tallyn related. I love him too much. Okay, I am not going to gush like a fangirl anymore because I tend to do that when it is about him. Let's talk about the plot. We all know that the Nevernever is in harmony after the epic battle but not quite right?
Being the queen of the Iron Kingdom means Meghan cannot be with Ash because just like any faery he cannot endure iron, for them it means death. So Ash embarks in an impossible quest to become mortal. He faces different obstacles and tests just to have the chance to be with her. Even if being human brings him weakness, conscience, and mortality. Then Ariella shockingly appears in front of them. Yes, I was shocked, didn't see that coming. My jaw dropped while reading that part. For I knew Ariella's unexpected return is a complication to their love story, Ash might waver and doubt his feelings for Meghan. But I admire him still, in the end he was able to make the right choice and prove that the one he truly love is Meghan. He's a true knight and shining armor. I felt it, his love, his effort, everything. I also salute the other characters. Puck for being the good friend. Despite his own loss, he learns to let go the person he loves for her happiness. Grimalkin for somehow being their genie in the bottle, always there to guide and help them in times of need.
I didn't expect so much from this. The other books in the series are probably better when it comes to the plot. The story was supposed to be a trilogy so I'm just thankful for this. The loose ends are tied and I was able to really know Ash, his thoughts, and his past, and his true feelings for Meghan. Reading the Iron Fey books for three consecutive days was an amazing experience. I loved it! And it'll surely be one of the series that I won't forget. Thank you Julie Kagawa for bringing such wonderful creations to the literary world! ...more
I’ve done enough procrastination for this book after reading destroy me. Should I let myself be swept aPost-Destroy Me Reaction:
I’ve done enough procrastination for this book after reading destroy me. Should I let myself be swept away by Warner’s sudden change? I was having second thoughts and I knew I’d have to read this book eventually�. And now.. All I can say is I’m utterly confused� all kinds of emotions mixed up. I didn’t know what else to think of Warner....
“I want to be the friend you fall hopelessly in love with. The one you take into your arms and into your bed and into the private world you keep trapped in your head. I want to be that kind of friend.�
I’m like “Dude, you used to be some cruel, ruthless, obnoxious villain, I’d rather you be dead in a ditch somewhere .. And now you go melting everyone’s heart?...�
Warner’s (Aaron’s) character is given enough emphasis both in “Destroy me� and “Unravel me�, and it makes me wonder who really is the male protagonist. I think I need a break, I’ve been reading YAs that make my head bleed so much because I can’t pick between the two equally irresistible guys� Will-Jem(Infernal Devices)� Alex-Julian(Delirium)� Adam and Warner are no different..
Throughout the book, I’m reminding myself how much I liked Adam and it doesn’t really help that I seem to forget how he was in the first book. I’m a bit blinded by Warner’s drastic change... But then..I still adore Adam.. It’s hard to see how he’s suffering from the thing he wants the most..
“You broke up with me. You gave up on us- on our entire future together. You basically reached in and ripped my heart out and now you’re asking me if I’m okay? How the hell am I supposed to be okay, Juliette? What kind of a question is that?�
And Juliette’s fickle-mindedness doesn’t help either�
“I’m so sick, I’m so confused, because I want him, I want him and I want Adam, too, and I want too much and I’ve never felt more like a monster than I have tonight.�
So I’m torn� I don’t know what to think anymore. Sometimes I’d go for team Warner but sometimes I’d go for team Adam�...Whew!.. Well, in the meantime I’d let myself be divided between the two�
The only palpable thing I know and sure of is my pure loathing for their father. He made Warner and Adam like that I don’t think I could ever forgive him everything he’s done.
And as usual I love the writing.. Like the previous books, I love the way the words written speak for themselves. Juliette’s thoughts were brilliant and overwhelming I just had to highlight everything!
This book is must read! It didn’t disappoint me, and I’m really looking forward for what will happen..
I think I have been reduced to this huge puzzle.. A conundrum that I will have to endure for months until the third book is released. And once again, I’m dying to know what really happened!!!!
Hmmmm.. I really have to psych myself up for the next book! I’m keeping my fingers crossed� I'm hoping that the ending didn’t actually happen. That for some reason there’s this big revelation that will make perfect sense � Because what happened was unbelievable! That� and I just love Noah so much. please don't. please don't. please don't.
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