SYNOPSIS: Darkness never works alone... Nadya doesn’t trust her magic anymore. Serefin is fighting off a voice in his head that doesn’t belong to him. Malachiasz is at war with who--and what--he’s become. As their group is continually torn apart, the girl, the prince, and the monster find their fates irrevocably intertwined. They’re pieces on … Continue reading Ruthless Gods (Something Dark and Holy #2) by Emily A. Duncan
TBR goal of April 2020
Hello everyone, greetings from self-isolation! 👋 With all this madness going on I've been able to read so much I'm nearly shocked when I think of how behind I'm with the reviews now. But I don't want to think of that and I will keep it positive: in March I've read 7 books! Woohoo, yay … Continue reading TBR goal of April 2020
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
SYNOPSIS: Generations of readers young and old, male and female, have fallen in love with the March sisters of Louisa May Alcott’s most popular and enduring novel, Little Women. Here are talented tomboy and author-to-be Jo, tragically frail Beth, beautiful Meg, and romantic, spoiled Amy, united in their devotion to each other and their struggles to … Continue reading Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Dread Nation (Dread Nation #1) by Justina Ireland
SYNOPSIS: Jane McKeene was born two days before the dead began to walk the battlefields of Gettysburg and Chancellorsville—derailing the War Between the States and changing America forever. In this new nation, safety for all depends on the work of a few, and laws like the Native and Negro Reeducation Act require certain children attend … Continue reading Dread Nation (Dread Nation #1) by Justina Ireland
Kingdom of Ash (Throne of Glass #7) by Sarah J. Maas
SYNOPSIS: The final battle is here. Aelin Galathynius has vowed to save her people―but at a tremendous cost. Locked within an iron coffin by the Queen of the Fae, Aelin must draw upon her fiery will as she endures months of torture. The knowledge that yielding to Maeve will doom those she loves keeps her … Continue reading Kingdom of Ash (Throne of Glass #7) by Sarah J. Maas
TBR goal of March 2020
Happy spring everyone and welcome to my monthly edition of "I set myself decent goals and I don't even meet them because I am an easily-distracted-by-a-fly kind of person"! 👋 Previous month I had a simple goal: three books. Did I read them all? No. Did I read something else totally not under my radar? … Continue reading TBR goal of March 2020
Tales of The Witcher – The Last Wish (The Witcher #0.5), Sword of Destiny (The Witcher #0.75) by Andrzej Sapkowski
SYNOPSIS: Geralt of Rivia is a witcher. A cunning sorcerer. A merciless assassin. And a cold-blooded killer. His sole purpose: to destroy the monsters that plague the world. But not everything monstrous-looking is evil and not everything fair is good. . . and in every fairy tale there is a grain of truth. *** I've … Continue reading Tales of The Witcher – The Last Wish (The Witcher #0.5), Sword of Destiny (The Witcher #0.75) by Andrzej Sapkowski
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
SYNOPSIS: A big-hearted romantic comedy in which the First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales after an incident of international proportions forces them to pretend to be best friends... First Son Alex Claremont-Diaz is the closest thing to a prince this side of the Atlantic. With his intrepid sister and the Veep’s … Continue reading Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air #1) by Holly Black
SYNOPSIS: Of course I want to be like them. They’re beautiful as blades forged in some divine fire. They will live forever. And Cardan is even more beautiful than the rest. I hate him more than all the others. I hate him so much that sometimes when I look at him, I can hardly breathe. … Continue reading The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air #1) by Holly Black
TBR goal of February 2020
I have totally forgot to set a goal for January 2020 so I just started reading chaotically. I've managed to read Children of Virtue and Vengeance by Tomi Adeyemi, Vox by Christina Dalcher, Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin, Fierce Fairytales by Nikita Gill and also the first book from The Witcher series, The Last … Continue reading TBR goal of February 2020
Buying Mania – Books I bought in January 2020
Here I go again, exciting you with yet another bookish tour of what books I bought this month! Keeping it short, let's see what I have for you: 🐺 Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass #1) by Sarah J. Maas Meet Celaena Sardothien.Beautiful. Deadly.Destined for greatness. In the dark, filthy salt mines of Endovier, an … Continue reading Buying Mania – Books I bought in January 2020
Children of Virtue and Vengeance (Legacy of Orïsha #2) by Tomi Adeyemi
SYNOPSIS: After battling the impossible, Zélie and Amari have finally succeeded in bringing magic back to the land of Orïsha. But the ritual was more powerful than they could’ve imagined, reigniting the powers of not only the maji but of nobles with magic ancestry, too. Now, Zélie struggles to unite the maji in an Orïsha … Continue reading Children of Virtue and Vengeance (Legacy of Orïsha #2) by Tomi Adeyemi
Wicked Saints (Somthing Dark and Holy #1) by Emily A. Duncan
SYNOPSIS: A girl who can speak to gods must save her people without destroying herself. A prince in danger must decide who to trust. A boy with a monstrous secret waits in the wings. Together, they must assassinate the king and stop the war. In a centuries-long war where beauty and brutality meet, their three … Continue reading Wicked Saints (Somthing Dark and Holy #1) by Emily A. Duncan
Voices of Powerful Women by Zoe Sallis
SYNOPSIS: In this empowering book, 40 amazing women who have exerted an influence on others in many different ways discuss their work, their achievements, their hopes and their fears, offering women everywhere inspiration and optimism for the future through their fascinating explanations of what they have achieved. Featuring politicians, environmentalists, humanitarians, entrepreneurs, musicians, artists, actors, … Continue reading Voices of Powerful Women by Zoe Sallis
Top Ten Tuesday: Winter TBR (17/12/2019)
Top Ten Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in June of 2010 and was moved to That Artsy Reader Girl in January of 2018. I've decided to jump in the Top Ten Tuesday train and start with this week's topic: Winter TBR. I don't really care if the books that I plan to read … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Winter TBR (17/12/2019)
Tower of Dawn (Throne of Glass #6) by Sarah J. Maas
SYNOPSIS: Chaol Westfall has always defined himself by his unwavering loyalty, his strength, and his position as the Captain of the Guard. But all of that has changed since Aelin shattered the glass castle, since Chaol's men were slaughtered, since the King of Adarlan spared him from a killing blow, but left his body broken. … Continue reading Tower of Dawn (Throne of Glass #6) by Sarah J. Maas
Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
SYNOPSIS: The Mayan god of death sends a young woman on a harrowing, life-changing journey in this dark, one-of-a-kind fairy tale inspired by Mexican folklore. The Jazz Age is in full swing, but Casiopea Tun is too busy cleaning the floors of her wealthy grandfather’s house to listen to any fast tunes. Nevertheless, she dreams … Continue reading Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Buying Mania – Books I bought in November 2019
I am part of a community of bookish people. I like to think of myself as a bookdragon instead of a bookworm. As a bookdragon, I declare myself uncapable of containing myself when it comes to books. Especially when it comes to buying them. Maybe you know that feeling of need when you see a … Continue reading Buying Mania – Books I bought in November 2019
TBR goal of December 2019
Previous month I've set a very achievable goal that I've actually managed to complete entirely and I am super proud of myself! Yay me! Completely honest now, Tower of Dawn was my favourite this past month (and I am not even surprised to admit that). I've also enjoyed both Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo and … Continue reading TBR goal of December 2019
WWW Wednesday: 27th of November 2019
WWW Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Sam at Taking on a World of Wars. The Three Ws are: What are you currently reading?What did you recently finish reading?What do you think you’ll read next? Let's do this! I am currently reading: SYNOPSIS: Follow Chaol on his sweeping journey to a distant empire in this … Continue reading WWW Wednesday: 27th of November 2019
Ninth House (Alex Stern #1) by Leigh Bardugo
SYNOPSIS: The mesmerising adult debut from #1 New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo. Galaxy “Alex” Stern is the most unlikely member of Yale’s freshman class. Raised in the Los Angeles hinterlands by a hippie mum, Alex dropped out of school early and into a world of shady drug dealer boyfriends, dead-end jobs, and much, much worse. … Continue reading Ninth House (Alex Stern #1) by Leigh Bardugo
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Ruthless Gods by Emily A. Duncan (20/11/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Ruthless Gods by Emily A. Duncan (20/11/2019)
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Silvered Serpents by Roshani Chokshi (13/11/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Silvered Serpents by Roshani Chokshi (13/11/2019)
City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments #1) by Cassandra Clare
SYNOPSIS: When fifteen-year-old Clary Fray heads out to the Pandemonium Club in New York City, she hardly expects to witness a murder― much less a murder committed by three teenagers covered with strange tattoos and brandishing bizarre weapons. Then the body disappears into thin air. It's hard to call the police when the murderers are … Continue reading City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments #1) by Cassandra Clare
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins (6/11/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins (6/11/2019)
TBR goal of November 2019
I was almost sure I was going to get through with my October goal entirely. But sadly I didn't. And, tbh, this is so me I don't even bother anymore. I've read 2/3 books I've targeted: The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi and The Girl from the Well by Rin Chupeco. Sadly, I couldn't manage … Continue reading TBR goal of November 2019
The Girl from the Well (The Girl from the Well #1) by Rin Chupeco
SYNOPSIS: You may think me biased, being murdered myself. But my state of being has nothing to do with the curiosity toward my own species, if we can be called such. We do not go gentle, as your poet encourages, into that good night. A dead girl walks the streets. She hunts murderers. Child killers, … Continue reading The Girl from the Well (The Girl from the Well #1) by Rin Chupeco
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern (30/10/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern (30/10/2019)
Nocturna (A Forgery of Magic #1) by Maya Motayne
SYNOPSIS: Set in a Latinx-inspired world, a face-changing thief and a risk-taking prince must team up to defeat a powerful evil they accidentally unleashed. To Finn Voy, magic is two things: a knife to hold under the chin of anyone who crosses her…and a disguise she shrugs on as easily as others pull on cloaks. … Continue reading Nocturna (A Forgery of Magic #1) by Maya Motayne
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Wives by Tarryn Fisher (23/10/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Wives by Tarryn Fisher (23/10/2019)
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Blood Heir (Blood Heir #1) by Amélie Wen Zhao (16/10/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Blood Heir (Blood Heir #1) by Amélie Wen Zhao (16/10/2019)
The Gilded Wolves (The Gilded Wolves #1) by Roshani Chokshi
SYNOPSIS: No one believes in them. But soon no one will forget them. It's 1889. The city is on the cusp of industry and power, and the Exposition Universelle has breathed new life into the streets and dredged up ancient secrets. Here, no one keeps tabs on dark truths better than treasure-hunter and wealthy hotelier … Continue reading The Gilded Wolves (The Gilded Wolves #1) by Roshani Chokshi
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Vine Witch (Vine Witch #1) by Luanne G. Smith (9/10/2019)
Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. It’s based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Vine Witch (Vine Witch #1) by Luanne G. Smith (9/10/2019)
Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass #5) by Sarah J. Maas
SYNOPSIS: Kingdoms will collide. The long path to the throne has only just begun for Aelin Galathynius as war looms on the horizon. Loyalties have been broken and bought, friends have been lost and gained, and those who possess magic find themselves at odds with those who don't. With her heart sworn to the warrior-prince … Continue reading Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass #5) by Sarah J. Maas
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Children of Virtue and Vengeance (Legacy of Orïsha #2) by Tomi Adeyemi (2/10/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Children of Virtue and Vengeance (Legacy of Orïsha #2) by Tomi Adeyemi (2/10/2019)
TBR goal of October 2019
I'VE TOLD YOU I WAS GOING TO MEET MY GOAL LAST MONTH AND I DID IT! I've managed to finish Empire of Storms! And I've also managed to read The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas! I declare September a good and successful month. Giving the fact that this is October and I don't mess … Continue reading TBR goal of October 2019
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Guinevere Deception (Camelot Rising #1) by Kiersten White (25/9/2019)
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Guinevere Deception (Camelot Rising #1) by Kiersten White (25/9/2019)
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
SYNOPSIS: A three-time winner of Goodreads Choice Awards Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighbourhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police … Continue reading The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Shadow Frost (Shadow Frost #1) by Coco Ma
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Shadow Frost (Shadow Frost #1) by Coco Ma
Queen of Shadows (Throne of Glass #4) by Sarah J. Maas
SYNOPSIS: The Queen has returned. Everyone Celaena Sardothien loves has been taken from her. But she’s at last returned to the empire—for vengeance, to rescue her once-glorious kingdom, and to confront the shadows of her past… She has embraced her identity as Aelin Galathynius, Queen of Terrasen. But before she can reclaim her throne, she … Continue reading Queen of Shadows (Throne of Glass #4) by Sarah J. Maas
Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Imaginary Friend by Stephen Chbosky
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.If anyone wants to take part, you just have to pick up a read not yet released that you … Continue reading Can’t-Wait Wednesday: Imaginary Friend by Stephen Chbosky
