Nov 20, 2011

In My Mailbox (8)


In My Mailbox is a meme hosted by thestorysiren where she shares the new books she receives in her mailbox each week. I'm so excited to read the books I got this week; all courtesy of HarperCollins! Thanks HC! This week I got:

by Veronica Rossi


Aria is a teenager in the enclosed city of Reverie. Like all Dwellers, she spends her time with friends in virtual environments, called Realms, accessed through an eyepiece called a Smarteye. Aria enjoys the Realms and the easy life in Reverie. When she is forced out of the pod for a crime she did not commit, she believes her death is imminent. The outside world is known as The Death Shop, with danger in every direction.

As an Outsider, Perry has always known hunger, vicious predators, and violent energy storms from the swirling electrified atmosphere called the Aether. A bit of an outcast even among his hunting tribe, Perry withstands these daily tests with his exceptional abilities, as he is gifted with powerful senses that enable him to scent danger, food and even human emotions.

They come together reluctantly, for Aria must depend on Perry, whom she considers abarbarian, to help her get back to Reverie, while Perry needs Aria to help unravel the mystery of his beloved nephew’s abduction by the Dwellers. Together they embark on a journey challenged as much by their prejudices as by encounters with cannibals and wolves. But to their surprise, Aria and Perry forge an unlikely love - one that will forever change the fate of all who live UNDER THE NEVER SKY

The first book in a captivating trilogy, Veronica Rossi’s enthralling debut sweeps you into an unforgettable adventure

by Brodi Ashton


Last spring, Nikki Beckett vanished, sucked into an underworld known as the Everneath, where immortals Feed on the emotions of despairing humans. Now she's returned- to her old life, her family, her friends- before being banished back to the underworld... this time forever.

She has six months before the Everneath comes to claim her, six months for good-byes she can't find the words for, six months to find redemption, if it exists.

Nikki longs to spend these months reconnecting with her boyfriend, Jack, the one person she loves more than anything. But there's a problem: Cole, the smoldering immortal who first enticed her to the Everneath, has followed Nikki to the mortal world. And he'll do whatever it takes to bring her back- this time as his queen.

As Nikki's time grows short and her relationships begin slipping from her grasp, she's forced to make the hardest decision of her life: find a way to cheat fate and remain on the Surface with Jack or return to the Everneath and become Cole's...

by Cythia Hand


For months part-angel Clara Gardner trained to face the raging forest fire from her visions and rescue the alluring and mysterious Christian Prescott from the blaze. But nothing could prepare her for the fateful decisions she would be forced to make that day, or the startling revelation that her purpose—the task she was put on earth to accomplish—is not as straightforward as she thought. Now, torn between her increasingly complicated feelings for Christian and her love for her boyfriend, Tucker, Clara struggles to make sense of what she was supposed to do the day of the fire. And, as she is drawn further into the world of part angels and the growing conflict between White Wings and Black Wings, Clara learns of the terrifying new reality that she must face: Someone close to her will die in a matter of months. With her future uncertain, the only thing Clara knows for sure is that the fire was just the beginning.

Described by Richelle Mead as “utterly captivating,” Unearthly received outstanding reviews, garnered accolades from New York Times bestselling authors, and was named an Indie Next Pick. In this heart-wrenching sequel, Cynthia Hand expertly captures the all-consuming joy of first love—and the agony of loss. This beautifully woven tale will appeal to fans of Lauren Kate, Becca Fitzpatrick, and Aprilynne Pike.

So what new reads have you gotten this week? :) Feel free to link to your post if you've done an IMM as well.

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Nov 14, 2011

Give Thanks For Good Books: Harry Potter



Beth Revis, the lovely author of Across the Universe, is hosting a contest in which we are to tell her one book we are grateful for.

The book that I'm most grateful for, of course, is Harry Potter. Without it my childhood would have been a mundane one; lacking in magic, cool broom-flying wizards, a certain lightening-scarred boy, a certain genius, a certain red-head, and a lack of much needed release of escaping into the Wizarding World.


So to sum it up:

  


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HUNGER GAMES MOVIE TRAILER!


The first official movie trailer for the Hunger Games was finally released! An wow, it was amazing. I haven't been keeping up with the casting so I was surprised to see who they picked for Peeta. I feel excited and nervous about this movie at the same time. What if it's not anything like the book? What if the characters don't give off the same vibe I felt through them in the books? But at the same time I'm excited to revisit the world of Panem and see it on a TV screen. However, after watching the trailer almost 90% of my doubts went away. I love what I've seen so far!

So without furthur ado, the trailer:


What did you think about the trailer? 

Mark your calendars for March 23rd when the Hunger Games Movie hits the theaters!
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Nov 13, 2011

COVER REVEAL: Something Strange and Deadly by Susan Dennard!


SOMETHING STRANGE AND DEADLY
bu Susan Dennard
Release Date: July 24th by HarperTeen

There’s something strange and deadly loose in Philadelphia…

Eleanor Fitt has a lot to worry about. Her brother has gone missing, her family has fallen on hard times, and her mother is determined to marry her off to any rich young man who walks by. But this is nothing compared to what she’s just read in the newspaper—

The Dead are rising in Philadelphia.

And then, in a frightening attack, a zombie delivers a letter to Eleanor…from her brother.

Whoever is controlling the Dead army has taken her brother as well. If Eleanor is going to find him, she’ll have to venture into the lab of the notorious Spirit-Hunters, who protect the city from supernatural forces. But as Eleanor spends more time with the Spirit-Hunters, including their maddeningly stubborn yet handsome inventor, Daniel, the situation becomes dire. And now, not only is her reputation on the line, but her very life may hang in the balance.


Cover comments:

Isn't this so beautiful? The dress was handmade by a designer. If you look closely you could see all the details on it. It's simply stunning!

Read Susan's cover reveal post here.

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Nov 9, 2011

Waiting On Wednesday (3)

Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

EVERNEATH by Brodi Ashton
Release Date: Jan. 24. 2012

 Last spring, Nikki Beckett vanished, sucked into an underworld known as the Everneath, where immortals Feed on the emotions of despairing humans. Now she's returned- to her old life, her family, her friends- before being banished back to the underworld... this time forever.  
She has six months before the Everneath comes to claim her, six months for good-byes she can't find the words for, six months to find redemption, if it exists.

Nikki longs to spend these months reconnecting with her boyfriend, Jack, the one person she loves more than anything. But there's a problem: Cole, the smoldering immortal who first enticed her to the Everneath, has followed Nikki to the mortal world. And he'll do whatever it takes to bring her back- this time as his queen.

As Nikki's time grows short and her relationships begin slipping from her grasp, she's forced to make the hardest decision of her life: find a way to cheat fate and remain on the Surface with Jack or return to the Everneath and become Cole's...

I love the cover for this book, but once I saw the summary for EVERNEATH I knew I had to read it. I haven't even started it yet already and I'm wondering which will she choose. Jack...or Cole? My guess right now is Cole.
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Nov 8, 2011

SHATTER ME Book Trailer!


The trailer for SHATTER ME by Tahereh Mafi was revealed yesterday on MTV's Hollywood Crush. The trailer really heightened my excitement for the release of the book (November 15th). From the looks of this amazing trailer I have the feeling that the book is going to be an engaging read. I can't wait for the release day! :)

So without furthur ado, the TRAILER:



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Nov 7, 2011

COVER REVEAL: Sweet Evil by Wendy Higgins


Sweet Evil is a debut novel by Wendy Higgins (Coming May 1st, 2012). I guarantee that when this book comes out it will be one of your top ten favorite paranormal YA books of 2012. The characters are interesting and dynamic, the plot is highly original, and Wendy's writing is purely addictive.

Add it to your “to read” list on Goodreads pronto. Trust me: you don't want to miss SWEET EVIL.


So what do you think? Isn't this cover just amazing? :)

See Wendy's cover reveal post here.


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Nov 6, 2011

Week 1: NaNoWriMo Update




The first week of NaNo was a toughie (to those of you who don't know what NaNoWriMo is the calendar above explains it all). Between schoolwork, the books on my bookshelves that are tempting me to read them, and a plethora of other things there seems to be very little time to write. When I do find the time I get out about 4k words in one sitting. 

So to those of you who are doing NaNo this year how much have you gotten down so far? Did you participate last year? If so, how did that go.

My current word count:
8747 Words

NaNo stats say that by this rate I'll be done by December 4th....
But hey, there's still 24 days left. We can do this thing!

Here's my NaNo page if you want to add me as a buddy.
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Nov 1, 2011

In My Mailbox (7)

In my mailbox is a meme hosted by The Story Siren.

This week I was lucky enough to get four ARCs of books I've been dying to read. Thank you HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster and Jessie!


Title: INCARNATE
Author: Jodi Meadows
Source: Publisher (HarperCollins)

Title: HAVOC
Author: Jeff Sampson
Source: Publisher (HarperCollins)


Title: DESTINED
Author: Jessie Harrell
Source: Author



Title: THE PLEDGE
Author: Kimberly Derting
Source: GalleyGrab (Simon & Schuster)


What books did YOU get this week? Are there any upcoming releases that you're looking forward to?
 
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