I think everyone should be cowering in fear at this point. I
did say the word feels. Or of course you can be standing boldly to protect yourself
from the beast that threatens it AKA feels. But we all know that will not end
well… for feels are unstoppable. Or so you thought. I‘ve got things you can do to
stop the feels… well at lest you can try…
Author: Rick Riordan
Series: Magnus Chase #1
Pages: 491
Magnus Chase has always been a troubled kid. Since his mother’s mysterious death, he’s lived alone on the streets of Boston, surviving by his wits, keeping one step ahead of the police and the truant officers.
One day, he’s tracked down by a man he’s never met—a man his mother claimed was dangerous. The man tells him an impossible secret: Magnus is the son of a Norse god.
The Viking myths are true. The gods of Asgard are preparing for war. Trolls, giants and worse monsters are stirring for doomsday. To prevent Ragnarok, Magnus must search the Nine Worlds for a weapon that has been lost for thousands of years.
When an attack by fire giants forces him to choose between his own safety and the lives of hundreds of innocents, Magnus makes a fatal decision.
Sometimes, the only way to start a new life is to die . . .
Rick Riordan is an amazing author! Everything that he writes is gold! I adored the Percy Jackson and Heroes Of Olympus series! They are definitely in my top 5 favorite series of all time! Rick Riordans writing is just so light-hearted and funny! Most YA books are very heavy reads, his books are like a breath of fresh air! while they are still action-packed and are very intense, they also aren't always serious, funny moments are happening 24/7 throughout this book and definitely making the fact they are fighting giants hilarious!
Annabeth is in it! DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT A SPOILER THIS HAPPENS ON THE FIRST PAGE I'm sorry I just felt like I had to make that heard. Annabeth is there on the first page, and it honestly isn't even important! I just thought I was very cute how he brought one of the characters we love into his brand spanking' new series! Although it isn't for long, at least she made an appearance! I also find the relationship between Magnus and Annabeth hilarious, as both are dealing with separate types of Gods and for some reason I find that amusing...?
The relationships between the characters are nice they all feel like one delicious family! Magnus and his friends are so perfect together! I enjoyed reading about them a ton, the situations they got themselves in and how they reacted were hilarious! One thing this book lacked, was romance! *gasps* a YA book without romance?! That's impossible. Although they are rare, they definitely exist, and Magnus Chase and The Sword of Summer is one of them! Love wasn't on their minds in this book, they were a bit busy, you know doing more important things... I'm not sure whether to view this as a positive or a negative though. Some people might enjoy the refreshing break from all the lovey-dovey mushiness in other books, but I do enjoy shipping... So I haven't really made up my mind on that yet. At one point in the series I would like a l'il bit of love though, as Rick Riordan created Perabeth, why can't he create *insert ship name for Magnus and some other girl here*
(this is freaking adorable)
The ending wasn't intese but it left me begging for more! I can't exactly give details as that would be too much of a spoiler... All I can say is READ THE BOOK IF YOU WANT TO KNOW! Okay? Okay.
Percy Jackson is better... I can't bring myself to say I love this book when I have a glorious series called Percy Jackson to compare it too! I will always love Percy. I would never betray him. I found Percy's adventures a little better, this might however be because I found the Greek Gods more interesting than the Norse! I also felt as if Magnus Chase was a bit too similar, in Percy Jackson demigods went to Camp Half-Blood, in Magnus Chase Demigods (and occasional mortals) go to a hotel. Both ideas are flawless but after reading Percy Jackson first, they just seemed a little bit too similar to me! I did however greatly enjoy Magnus Chase despite this!
Final Rating:
I enjoyed this. Very much. Buuuutttt... It was slow *sobs* I need the fast pace, action packed, super crazy scenes everywhere. But they weren't. I loved this book, with a fiery passion, but one thing I crave is more action. This is my full review ------> here.
Who is my favorite author? JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT!!!! Her books are my life *breathes heavily* I love them. This book is by her, I love it. #1 its about greek gods, umm yes please!!! #2 I love the characters personalities. #3 love interest *grins*. #4 The writing is to die for! What's not to love???
Alright, alright, so I'm not technically finished yet. However I will be when January 1 comes around! Since I am posting this a teeny bit early, I thought I should include this. I am loving it! Sarah J. Maas has such beautiful writing! Lately I have been reading so many books written in first person, the change is SO nice and refreshing! Not to mention the love triangle, it's killing me. I ship her with Chaol so much. If she chooses Dorian. Somebody will die. Also ACTION, ACTION, ACTION! Like ummm yes please!
I am super excited to read all of these! I can't wait to read the 3 sequels I got because I am DYING to find out what happens next, in these fabulastastic(new word????) series! Also since I adore Percy Jackson(my one true love) I HAD to ask for Rick Riordan's new book! Can I just say, I have read one page, and it's hilarious. I recommend it to everyone, even though I have no clue what it is actually like.
I now present to you some pretty darn fabulous blog posts that you should check out:
Favorite Bookstagramers/by Twirling Pages/This post is super helpful when it comes to finding bookstagrams to stalk and enjoy
So I’m Crazy Excited For The 2016 Debuts/by Bookish Serendipity/ Wanna know what amazing books are coming out next year? This post is sure to help, with a nice list of some books you should be excited for!
Introducing Nellie And Co's 2016 Blog Planner/by Nellie and Co/ I love this planner! I am actually going to be using it to help me with my blog in 2016! It is amazing! Not to mention 100% freeeee so I totally recommend you check it out!
There was definitely tons more amazing blog posts I found this month! But here are just a few for you to enjoy!
"Nothing is a coincidence. Everything has a purpose. You were meant to come to this castle, just as you were meant to be an assassin."
When magic has gone from the world, and a vicious king rules from his throne of glass, an assassin comes to the castle. She does not come to kill, but to win her freedom. If she can defeat twenty-three killers, thieves, and warriors in a competition to find the greatest assassin in the land, she will become the King's Champion and be released from prison.
Her name is Celaena Sardothien.
The Crown Prince will provoke her. The Captain of the Guard will protect her.
And a princess from a foreign land will become the one thing Celaena never thought she'd have again: a friend.
But something evil dwells in the castle—and it's there to kill. When her competitors start dying, horribly, one by one, Celaena's fight for freedom becomes a fight for survival—and a desperate quest to root out the source of the evil before it destroys her world.
Series: Throne Of Glass #1
Pages: 404
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Celaena has an awesome backstory
In case you didn't know, I adore backstories. No. I love backstories. They are what makes up a character, what shapes them into who they are, their personality, their actions, even what they look like has all been shaped because of backstories. Celaena is the perfect example! Her backstory is not only super interesting, but it is also connected to her(unlike in other books) It is very clear how her past effects her now. Which is fabulous for meee!
Celaena Is My Favorite Character
Her personality is perfection. I heard from other reviews and such, that she is a bad-ass. She is. But the nice thing is, she is also human. Usually when you hear about these bad-ass characters, you expect someone who is always strong and powerful, etc. etc. What I like about Celeana is that although she is super strong, brave, and smart. she also has her own human personality. I was scared she would show no emotion and honestly be a bit bland and boring, however that wasn't the case! I was still able to connect with her, and I loved reading about her! Also the backstory thing applies to her personality too!
There Is A Love Triangle But It's Still Small
So there definitely is a bit of a love triangle in the book, but it is still growing. Throughout the book you see how each of them begin to realize their feelings for each other. At the end of the book it gets stronger and it will definitely make up some of the second book, in this case it isn't a super big deal yet.
It Really Is An Introduction To The Series
In my opinion everything that happens is building up to the next book. In this book we spend time getting introduced to the characters and the setting, it helps you understand the relationships between the characters, and shows you everyone's roles in the story. Also I think everything that happens is all building up to the rest of the series. In other words this book is sort of like the introduction and rising action,whereas the next books will be more of the climax(or I could be horribly wrong and just rambling about lies) I think it is similar to the love triangle in that way.
The Ending Was The Best Part
In the ending there is tons of action, as expected. I love action, action is what keeps me going, it is my life(food is also my life) The ending has lots of it, which is great because it means the next books will also have lots of it. The very, very ending itself wasn't exactly action-packed, but it definitely promised some in the next book!
Final Rating:
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There is 2 days until Christmas... 2 days, and today's Top Ten Tuesday, hosted by the Broke and The Bookish, is Christmas Themed! Top Ten Books I Wouldn't Mind Santa Leaving Under My Tree This Year:
1. Siege and Storm By: Leigh Bardugo this is the second book in The Grisha Series. I adored the first book! If you want to see more of what I thought about it click here! So for Christmas I would love to be able to continue on with the series!
2. Scarlet By: Marissa Meyer Another sequel, this time from The Lunar Chronicles. I did enjoy the first book, although it was a little slow for me. I am hoping that this book speeds things along, as I need action!
3. Magnus Chase and The Sword Of Summer By: Rick Riordan Wow that's a long title! Anyhow, I LOVE Rick Riordan, the Percy Jackson series is in my top 3 favorite series EVER. I was so sad when Heroes of Olympus ended because I knew it was my last time with Percy... Now that Rick Riordan has a new book, I must read it! And pray to the Gods it's as good as Percy Jackson.
4. Crown of Midnight By; Sarah J. Maas Sequel number three, I know, there is so many. This is the second book in the Throne of Glass series. I also adored Throne of Glass, and will probably be reviewing it soon! Of course I need the second book, so if Santa could be a darling and give it to me, that would be good.
5. The Wrath and The Dawn By: Renee Ahdieh Definitely one of the most hyped up books of 2015, but yet I haven''t read it. So of course it's going on my Christmas list!
6. A Court Of Thorns And Roses By: Sarah J. Maas This book sounds so good. I have been wanting to read it, forever. Have I? Of course not. Santa just give it to me.
7. Clockwork Angel By: Cassandra Clare This is the first book in the Infernal Devices. I have been putting it off forever. TMI is one of my favorite series ever, and I feel like this book won't live up to it's expectations for me. Everybody loves it, but I feel like I won't, which would be horrible. If I got it for Christmas, I would probably read it though.
8. Snow Like Ashes By: Sara Raasch Once again another book I have wanted to read for ages. But yet every single time I was buying books I decided to get it later... what is wrong with me? The concept of this book sounds so interesting! It's a must read for me!
9. To All The Boys I've Loved Before By: Jenny Han I don't like contemporaries very much, I have said this many times. But this one however sounds really good, and I'm hoping it is funny as well. Contemporaries are only good if they are funny.
10. Pure By: Jennifer L. Arementrout Yes a fourth sequel. This is the second book in The Covenant Series. Jennifer L. Armentrout is my favorite author. I loved Half-Blood (the first book, I love Jennifer, Therefore I need this book.
So these are all the books I demand for Christmas. I might be on the naughty list, but I still demand these books. Santa WILL get me them, or else.
Are you guys as excited for Christmas as I am(i will never grow up)? What
books do you demand Santa to give you? Comment your most wanted book
below!
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Surrounded by enemies, the once-great nation of Ravka has been torn in two by the Shadow Fold, a swath of near impenetrable darkness crawling with monsters who feast on human flesh. Now its fate may rest on the shoulders of one lonely refugee.
Alina Starkov has never been good at anything. But when her regiment is attacked on the Fold and her best friend is brutally injured, Alina reveals a dormant power that saves his life—a power that could be the key to setting her war-ravaged country free. Wrenched from everything she knows, Alina is whisked away to the royal court to be trained as a member of the Grisha, the magical elite led by the mysterious Darkling.
Yet nothing in this lavish world is what it seems. With darkness looming and an entire kingdom depending on her untamed power, Alina will have to confront the secrets of the Grisha . . . and the secrets of her heart.
Shadow and Bone is the first installment in Leigh Bardugo's Grisha Trilogy.
Pages: 368
Surrounded by enemies, the once-great nation of Ravka has been torn in two by the Shadow Fold, a swath of near impenetrable darkness crawling with monsters who feast on human flesh. Now its fate may rest on the shoulders of one lonely refugee.
Alina Starkov has never been good at anything. But when her regiment is attacked on the Fold and her best friend is brutally injured, Alina reveals a dormant power that saves his life—a power that could be the key to setting her war-ravaged country free. Wrenched from everything she knows, Alina is whisked away to the royal court to be trained as a member of the Grisha, the magical elite led by the mysterious Darkling.
Yet nothing in this lavish world is what it seems. With darkness looming and an entire kingdom depending on her untamed power, Alina will have to confront the secrets of the Grisha . . . and the secrets of her heart.
Shadow and Bone is the first installment in Leigh Bardugo's Grisha Trilogy.
Pages: 368
I Loved The World Of Grisha
I find many books don't have super interesting settings, usually they are based in today's world. Although I usually enjoy those books nonetheless, I love being taken to completely new worlds, places that are new to me, places that are sadly made up(real or not real?????) This book had just that! I loved how it had a 100% new location, not in the US like most books are set, instead in a brand new country! I also loved the concept of Grisha and how they weren't simply called witches, no, they were Grisha!
Everything Was Introduced Well And Flowed Nicely
It can be hard to introduce such a complicated world and deep characters, however Leigh Bardogo did it with ease! I never found myself confused throughout the book, wondering what she was talking about. If you payed attention while reading, you wouldn't get lost! I find with such a complex concept its easy to lose track of whats happening and what these strange things being mentioned are. Fear no more, because this book has got your back when it comes to that!
The Characters Had Depth
Each character had a backstory. I love backstories. They are the work of Gods. Backstories are perfect, they give characters so much depth, you get a better understanding of their actions and personality. The information given in backstories helps shape the character and give them more depth. They also give you a better understanding of the characters. In Shadow and Bone the important characters all had some sort of story behind them, I especially liked Mal and Alina's story! Even the Darkling had his own twisted tale that made up his personality!
There WAS Action But Not Tons
Books packed with so much action and adventure are perfect for me. Although I couldn't put this book down, it didn't have as much action as I expected. The beginning was nice and juicy with action, so was the end! However I found that the middle was lacking a bit of that extra intensity. Most of the book was spent with Alina training, obviously not the most interesting thing. Don't get me wrong, there was some though! I'm hoping the next book is a little more exciting!
The Ending Changed My Rating
I did not like the ending. Not one bit. It wasn't that there was a plot twist, or something crazy. It was too calm! There was nothing that made me want to scream and throw a fit! Don't get me wrong, those ending hurt me, but they also make me beg for more! Those are the things that get me excited for what is coming up next in the series, not the case in this book. The ending here was too easy. I did however read the first chapter of the second book, which was included. That really got me riled up! Such a cliff hanger! But why wasn't it included in the ending of the first book? Not added to the second!
Final Rating:
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So I saw this tag on The Quiet People's blog, and it sounded super fun! I LOVE Christmas, with a passion, and I also love blogging, combining both is just... perfection! Also since I'm new to blogging, I thought it would be a good way for you to get to know me! So let the Christmas spirit flow!
What is your favorite thing about Christmas?
I can't explain it, but I want to say it's just the feeling you get when Christmas comes around. The Christmas spirit you could say. It just makes me really happy. I love seeing everybody's Christmas lights, it just makes things so bright and fun(not scaryyy and dark) I can't deny that I love presents as well. I'm not going to try and seem like a not so selfish person(I am your queen, if I don't get presents, no one does)
What is your favorite Christmas film?
The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, as you can see by the gif above. This might seem like a children's movie, but I will love it no matter what. It's hilarious(and the Grinch is so, so beautiful).
Real or fake tree?
I prefer real trees, but being the incredibly busy(whoops I mean lazy) person I am, one year I just didn't feel like it. That year ruined everything. I thought I was 'too cool' to go to the Christmas tree farm(is that what it's called, I really don't know) Things just went downhill from there. Now we have a fake tree. Forever.
Giving presents or receiving them?
Once again I am not a good person, I am selfish, I love presents, I will not hide this. Presents are beautiful, wrapped, Gods. They can be evil and disgusting. Or they can can bless you with a thousand days of happiness. Honestly I'm fine with either because I get stuff(this is proof, I am selfish af) I do like wrapping presents, and picking them out(unless I have no clue what to get the person) Plus no matter how greedy I am, it's only fair that other people get presents as well.
Do you open presents on Christmas morning or evening?
I am Polish. Polish people celebrate Christmas on Christmas Eve. So Maya the lucky girl gets to roll around in wrapping paper and presents before anyone else hehehe. All my friends are waiting, dying to see what they got, but oh no. As soon as dinner is finished present time it is! I am actually such a child.
What tops your tree?
Were not your typical star family, oh no no no. An Angel is on ours. Currently the Angels kind of lopsided tho...
As a child, what was the one thing you always asked for but never received?
A puppy. This year it will also be a puppy. I will ask for a puppy until I die.
Handmade Christmas cards or bought?
I actually don't really give Christmas cards too much. If I do it's usually bought. I love art and crafting, but I'm not too into scrap booking and card making.
What is your favorite Christmas food?
I'm actually SUPER picky when it comes too food(my family hates it) So it's pretty easy for me. cake, cookies, and chocolate. Every year we(mostly me) bake chocolate cake for Christmas, my favorite! We do the same thing with cookies, and ohmygods those cookies are THE best!
Do you have any Christmas Eve traditions?
Since we do celebrate Christmas on Christmas Eve this is what we do; I spend the whole morning anticipating food and presents, and most likely reading. Later in the afternoon family comes over. When the first star comes out we eat dinner, however there is not meat allowed during dinner. After food we clean everything up! Then present time! After the most enjoyable part of the evening, we just hang out and admire what we got.
Now I tag all of you to do this as well! Comment below, and share your version of the Christmas tag with me!
Opal
After everything, I’m no longer the same Katy. I’m different…and I’m not sure what that will mean in the end. When each step we take in discovering the truth puts us in the path of the secret organization responsible for torturing and testing hybrids, the more I realize there is no end to what I’m capable of. The death of someone close still lingers, help comes from the most unlikely source, and friends will become the deadliest of enemies, but we won’t turn back. Even if the outcome will shatter our worlds forever.Origin
Daemon will do anything to get Katy back. After the successful but disastrous raid on Mount Weather, he’s facing the impossible. Katy is gone. Taken. Everything becomes about finding her. But the most dangerous foe has been there all along, and when the truths are exposed and the lies come crumbling down, which side will Daemon and Katy be standing on? And will they even be together?
Opal vs. Origin
This is a hard question... I love both of them pretty much equally!!! But I guess if I had to choose I would choose Origin it was just SO action packed! So far out of the entire series I think it had the most action. A lot of stuff went down in the first book, this one was alll about trying to solve those problems, and let me tell you know, it was hard! So much stuff went down, then of course there was the ending... a plot twist of course! My amazon order better get shipped in soon, because I NEED the next book.The Characters were flipping amazing!
Can we take a moment to appreciate Katy, bold, funny, and hilarious, literally the perfect character(other than me of course... if I was in a book) not to mention she's a book blogger... Hello! That's like character goals! Katy is definitely joining my list of favorite characters! But of course Daemon is too! Jennifer L. Armentrout portrays him and his personality perfectly. The silly jokes about his ego, made me laugh out loud! I enjoyed reading through his point of view in Origin as well, (since the narration was split between Katy and him). I could tell which one of them was narrating, since they had a different thought process than each other, which made the book all the more interesting! There was so much depth and personality to each of the characters, I loved it.
Plot Twists AAAAAA!
Around the corner, through the door, a plot twist waits, to attack your face.
^^^this is a beautiful poem about plot twists, written by me. It can be strongly applied to this book. The End.
Writing, Also Perfection
It might seem like I'm easy to please when it comes to books. That is a GINORMOUS lie. Especially when it comes to writing. If its not written good, it's not going to please me. But this, this master piece, this book, is written so good. Jennifer L. Armentrout is my goals. I loved her writing so much, I actually ordered another book by her, which you can look forward to in my haul!!
Soooo is it good? Or is it bad?
Well clearly after my obvious love for this book, it's gotta be good. It really is. I could dare say it is my favorite book*covers self from the haters* overall I give this book:
Have you read Lux? If so tell me what you think of it!
Christmas = Christmas break = reading 24/7!!!!!!! Without school wasting all my reading time I will be freeeee! To read and read and read! So today's post is Decembers TBR!
Lux Opposition By Jennifer L. Armentruout The last book in the amazing, fabulous, beautiful, glorious series EVER. I think this is my favorite book series(and I haven't even read the last book yet!)
Half Blood By Jennifer L. Armentrout yes another book by Jennifer L. Armentrout.Since Lux was live a gift from the gods I have to read her other books!! To see if they are just as amazing.
Shadow And Bone By Leigh Bardugo I'm Finally going to read this glorious book! So much hype has been around it and Six Of Crows, well now I will be one step closer to reading Six Of Crows (since I'm making myself read this first)
Throne Of Glass By Sarah J. Maas I am actually ashamed I haven't read this yet. Enough said
Harry Potter And The Sorcerers Stone I have actually read this, don't worry. I just MUST reread it because 4 years is along time... and that's how long ago I read it!
Of course with Christmas coming and all the books I'm planning on getting my December TBR is DEFIANTLY going grow, a lot! so look forward to the wrap up at the end of the month!
