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Saturday, July 31, 2010
Reading Teen weekly contest
Have you ever heard of Reading Teen? Well, now you have! In an effort to clear their book shelves the two women who run this blog are holding weekly contests. Amoung the eligible books are a signed copy of Speak and an audio of Will Grayson, Will Grayson
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Tuesday, July 27, 2010
I will be participating in the 2010 Debut Author Challenge, hosted by The Story Siren! Here’s my list thus-far!
Secret Society by Tom Dolby
Halo by Alexandra Adornetto
Amy and Roger’s Epic Detour by Morgan Matson
The Cinderella Society by Kay Cassidy
The Agency: Spy in the House by Y.S. Lee
Sea by Heidi R. Kling
A Field Guide for Heartbreakers by Kristen Tracy
The Lonely Hearts Club by Elizabeth Eulberg
Undone by Brooke Taylor
Below are the books I don’t have, but would love to own!
Wish by Alexandra Bullen
Tell me a Secret by Holly Capala
Faithful Janet Fox
The Body Finder Kimberly Derting
Secret Year Jennifer Hubbard
Losing Faith by Denise Jaden
All Unquiet Things by Anna Jarzab
Iron King by Julie Kagawa
Princess for Hire Lindsey Leavitt
The Tension of Opposites by Kristina Mc Bride
The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
Forbidden Sea by Sheila Nielson
Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver
Three Rivers Rising by Jame Richards
The Beautiful Between Alyssa B. Scheinmel
A Blue So Dark by Holly Schindler
Freefall by Mindi Scott
Voices of Dragons by Carrie Vaughn
A Match Made in High School by Kristin Walker
The Karma Club by Jessica Brody
Matched by Ally Condie
Firelight by Sophie Jordan
I now pronounce you someone else by Erin Mccahan
Secret Society by Tom Dolby
Halo by Alexandra Adornetto
Amy and Roger’s Epic Detour by Morgan Matson
The Cinderella Society by Kay Cassidy
The Agency: Spy in the House by Y.S. Lee
Sea by Heidi R. Kling
A Field Guide for Heartbreakers by Kristen Tracy
The Lonely Hearts Club by Elizabeth Eulberg
Undone by Brooke Taylor
Below are the books I don’t have, but would love to own!
Wish by Alexandra Bullen
Tell me a Secret by Holly Capala
Faithful Janet Fox
The Body Finder Kimberly Derting
Secret Year Jennifer Hubbard
Losing Faith by Denise Jaden
All Unquiet Things by Anna Jarzab
Iron King by Julie Kagawa
Princess for Hire Lindsey Leavitt
The Tension of Opposites by Kristina Mc Bride
The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
Forbidden Sea by Sheila Nielson
Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver
Three Rivers Rising by Jame Richards
The Beautiful Between Alyssa B. Scheinmel
A Blue So Dark by Holly Schindler
Freefall by Mindi Scott
Voices of Dragons by Carrie Vaughn
A Match Made in High School by Kristin Walker
The Karma Club by Jessica Brody
Matched by Ally Condie
Firelight by Sophie Jordan
I now pronounce you someone else by Erin Mccahan
It’s raining outside, which means it’s one of those days; the days in which you never feel the need to get out of your pajama’s, or cook, well, I never feel like cooking, but it’s the principle of the thought that matters, and you feel no other compulsion than to sit and read all day! I’m in the middle of Graceling by Kristin Cashore and I am starving to finish it!
I did however check the mail, thank you The Story Siren (link below) for the In My Mailbox feature!
http://www.thestorysiren.com/
The Lacemaker and the Princess by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Hannah: Daughters of the Sea by Kathryn Lasky
I am Rembrandt’s Daughter by Lynn Cullen
The Agency: A spy in the house by Y. S. Lee
I’ll let you know what goodies I find next in a week!
I did however check the mail, thank you The Story Siren (link below) for the In My Mailbox feature!
http://www.thestorysiren.com/
The Lacemaker and the Princess by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Hannah: Daughters of the Sea by Kathryn Lasky
I am Rembrandt’s Daughter by Lynn Cullen
The Agency: A spy in the house by Y. S. Lee
I’ll let you know what goodies I find next in a week!
Monday, July 26, 2010
Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles
Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles
Told in alternating narratives, Perfect Chemistry portrays a romance between two unlikely lab partners. Brittany is her Chicago high school's "golden girl" but few of her friends know that her parents are totally dysfunctional and that she is highly invested in caring for her physically and mentally disabled older sister. Alex is a member of the Latino Blood, but he wishes he could leave gang life and pursue a college career. The plot thickens as Alex accepts a bet from a friend that he cannot bed Brittany by Thanksgiving. Smoldering doesn't quite do justice to the romantic banter that sparks between them. As the story unfolds, Alex is incarcerated and later hospitalized. Raw language and Spanish phrases that Anglo readers might feel obligated to investigate further are peppered throughout. The pace picks up too quickly at the end, leaving readers wondering if they missed something as time that has previously been marked day by day begins to clip along in five-month increments. Overall though, this is a solid romance that's suitable for reluctant readers.—Leah Krippner, Harlem High School, Machesney Park, IL
Sizzle, spice and everything muy beuno! Gosh, I just lost myself in this book, the cliché character’s were given new voices at the hands of Simone Elkeles who executed the culmination of the two world’s seamlessly. Alex and his friend’s carry their own male persona’s without being overtly crude, or A-typical. Brittany’s character will surprise most people, not the fact that she doesn’t really have a perfect life, but the way she interacts with Alex is daring and bold.
The subtle interweaving’s of Alex allowing Brittany to loose her perfect façade are something to watch for, it really authenticates their love story and makes it much more than a high school fling. You will laugh at least once a chapter, and Mamacita will become your new favorite word. Pick it up, you won’t put it down.
The climax rushed past me and I couldn’t really put two and two together until I gave the situation the benefit of the doubt. The events that transpire after the climax are the real heart-tuggers.
A word on the cover: the two models they used are perfect for the story, I couldn’t get this duo’s look out of my head!
Notable names: Isa, I love Isa, it’s on my name list as a nickname for Ireland, not Isabel, as it is for the character in the book. Alejandro, I agree with Mrs. Fuentes, Alex should use his proper name more often and I’ve sure the popularity of this name will only spike now that Lady Gaga has crooned his name in her pop-culture fashion.
So, the big question, did it make it onto the Mod-Podge Bookshelf… absolutely! It’s waiting to be joined by it’s sequel, “Rules of Attraction.” If you have a copy and would like to trade me so I can review it, check out my ST here- Swaptree.com/Sweetcarolina3 or leave a comment below!
Told in alternating narratives, Perfect Chemistry portrays a romance between two unlikely lab partners. Brittany is her Chicago high school's "golden girl" but few of her friends know that her parents are totally dysfunctional and that she is highly invested in caring for her physically and mentally disabled older sister. Alex is a member of the Latino Blood, but he wishes he could leave gang life and pursue a college career. The plot thickens as Alex accepts a bet from a friend that he cannot bed Brittany by Thanksgiving. Smoldering doesn't quite do justice to the romantic banter that sparks between them. As the story unfolds, Alex is incarcerated and later hospitalized. Raw language and Spanish phrases that Anglo readers might feel obligated to investigate further are peppered throughout. The pace picks up too quickly at the end, leaving readers wondering if they missed something as time that has previously been marked day by day begins to clip along in five-month increments. Overall though, this is a solid romance that's suitable for reluctant readers.—Leah Krippner, Harlem High School, Machesney Park, IL
***
Sizzle, spice and everything muy beuno! Gosh, I just lost myself in this book, the cliché character’s were given new voices at the hands of Simone Elkeles who executed the culmination of the two world’s seamlessly. Alex and his friend’s carry their own male persona’s without being overtly crude, or A-typical. Brittany’s character will surprise most people, not the fact that she doesn’t really have a perfect life, but the way she interacts with Alex is daring and bold.
The subtle interweaving’s of Alex allowing Brittany to loose her perfect façade are something to watch for, it really authenticates their love story and makes it much more than a high school fling. You will laugh at least once a chapter, and Mamacita will become your new favorite word. Pick it up, you won’t put it down.
The climax rushed past me and I couldn’t really put two and two together until I gave the situation the benefit of the doubt. The events that transpire after the climax are the real heart-tuggers.
A word on the cover: the two models they used are perfect for the story, I couldn’t get this duo’s look out of my head!
Notable names: Isa, I love Isa, it’s on my name list as a nickname for Ireland, not Isabel, as it is for the character in the book. Alejandro, I agree with Mrs. Fuentes, Alex should use his proper name more often and I’ve sure the popularity of this name will only spike now that Lady Gaga has crooned his name in her pop-culture fashion.
So, the big question, did it make it onto the Mod-Podge Bookshelf… absolutely! It’s waiting to be joined by it’s sequel, “Rules of Attraction.” If you have a copy and would like to trade me so I can review it, check out my ST here- Swaptree.com/Sweetcarolina3 or leave a comment below!
"To Catch a Pirate" by Jade Parker
“To Catch a Pirate” by Jade Parker
Once caught, it’s harder still to let a pirate go
When Annalisa Townsend’s ship is set upon by pirates in search of her father’s treasure, one of the crew, James Sterling, discovers her in the hold. When he moves to take her necklace, she begs him not to, as it is all she has left of her mother. He accepts a kiss in exchange for the necklace. “A fair trade, m’lady,” he tells her afterward, before disappearing.
A year later, with a forged letter of marque, Annalisa is intent on hunting down the wretched James Sterling and reclaiming her father’s treasure from him. But now she’s in danger of him stealing something far more vulnerable this time: her heart.
I really did enjoy this short read, the character of Annalisa is strong, though very common-place. The real interest is Sterling, the dashing rouge pirate! Sterling will have you conjuring images of Orlando Bloom in Pirates of the Caribbean. The conclusion was agreeable, though the romance was so rushed, you’re not quite sure how Annalisa got from loathing her pirate love to adoring him. I would like to see a well thought out sequel of this book, I think it has potential and a wider scope for conflict.
Notes on the cover: I was really hoping the locket would be of a more feminine quality as it was a gift from Annalisa’s deceased mother, who was not a pirate.
Notable names: Sterling was a great choice! Without returning to the worn thin choices of the day, read Henry, James, William ect. Jade Parker chose a strong, color name that does reflect many pirate themes, such as sterling silver in the blade of a sword or a Pirate’s booty!
So did it make it onto the mod-podge bookshelf? No, it did not, though I recommend it to anyone looking for a quick, themed read.
Once caught, it’s harder still to let a pirate go
When Annalisa Townsend’s ship is set upon by pirates in search of her father’s treasure, one of the crew, James Sterling, discovers her in the hold. When he moves to take her necklace, she begs him not to, as it is all she has left of her mother. He accepts a kiss in exchange for the necklace. “A fair trade, m’lady,” he tells her afterward, before disappearing.
A year later, with a forged letter of marque, Annalisa is intent on hunting down the wretched James Sterling and reclaiming her father’s treasure from him. But now she’s in danger of him stealing something far more vulnerable this time: her heart.
***
I really did enjoy this short read, the character of Annalisa is strong, though very common-place. The real interest is Sterling, the dashing rouge pirate! Sterling will have you conjuring images of Orlando Bloom in Pirates of the Caribbean. The conclusion was agreeable, though the romance was so rushed, you’re not quite sure how Annalisa got from loathing her pirate love to adoring him. I would like to see a well thought out sequel of this book, I think it has potential and a wider scope for conflict.
Notes on the cover: I was really hoping the locket would be of a more feminine quality as it was a gift from Annalisa’s deceased mother, who was not a pirate.
Notable names: Sterling was a great choice! Without returning to the worn thin choices of the day, read Henry, James, William ect. Jade Parker chose a strong, color name that does reflect many pirate themes, such as sterling silver in the blade of a sword or a Pirate’s booty!
So did it make it onto the mod-podge bookshelf? No, it did not, though I recommend it to anyone looking for a quick, themed read.
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