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Weather Witch (Weather Witch, #1)

by Shannon Delany

Published by St. Martin's Griffin

Released 25 June 2013

June 11, 2013

It's Monday! What are you reading?

This is a fun meme that allows other bloggers

to get an idea of what everyone else is reading

and perhaps help to find our next must-read:)

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Lora is reading: Hold Me Closer, Necromancer (Necromancer, #1), by Lish McBride
The Keep (The Watchers, #4), by Veronica Wolff

Cindi is reading: Tears of Min Brock, by J.E. Lowder

Teaser Tuesday

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

Grab your current read

Open to a random page

Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page

BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS!

Share the title and author so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

Pg.49
Nobody said a word
Nobody but Brook.
"Ow cut it out you guys!" Her blue eyes popped open and swung around until they found me. "Ugh, So not cool. Really Sam. You dont just drop someones head. Especially a friends.Like being stuffed in a box and being bounced around for an hour wasnt bad enough"

Childrens Book Review: The things I can do by Jeff Mack

Summary-

Want to see what Jeff drew? It's a book about him and all the things he can do! He can make his own lunch! He can get his own drink. He can take his own bath—pretty cool, don't you think? Get ready for a riotous time as Jeff explains, in words and self-drawn pictures, all the things he can do—in a book he made all by himself! A Neal Porter Book.

Review-

This book is amazing. The drawings in the book are unique and really neat. The story is easy to follow and kept my 6 year old entertained. He couldn't wait to see the next page. It is well written and well executed and the character is so cute. If you have a chance to get this book, It would make an awesome gift for any occasion. Highly recommend!!

Publisher-Roaring book press

Reviewer Rating: 5 Stars

Reviewed by~Lora

Thank you to the publisher for the donation of this book to the Read for your future book program in exchange for a honest review!

Stacking The Shelves

Stacking The Shelves is a fun weekly post that RFYF participates in, courtesy of Tynga's Reviews, where we share the books, physical and otherwise, that have been procured for this site for review and subsequent donation to the kids at Franklin High School. We welcome you to join us in sharing the books that you won/bought/borrowed/downloaded over the past week! You may include books in any format, of course.

Tynga'sGuidelines:

Create your own Stacking The Shelves post. You may use the graphic supplied on Tynga's page or create your own.

You may set your post in any format that you wish. A book list, covers, pictures, vlogs, the sky is the limit.

I post Stacking The Shelves on Saturday or Sunday, but please feel free to post yours any day that fits your schedule!

Visit Tynga's Reviews on Saturday and add your link so that others can visit you!!

Donated For Review:

The Emblazoned Red, by Dawn McCullough-White
Horde (Razorland, #3), by Ann Aguirre
Viral Nation, by Shaunta Grimes
Mortal Fire, by Elizabeth Knox
Neptune's Tears (Timedance, #1), by Susan Waggoner
The Clock Of Life, by Nancy Klann-Moren
Untethered, by Katie Hayoz
A Really Awesome Mess, by Trish Cook, Brendan Halpin
Quarantine: The Loners (Quarantine, #1), by Lex Thomas
Quarantine: The Saints (Quarantine, #2), by Lex Thomas
Fall of Night (The Morganville Vampires, #14), by Rachel Caine

June 8, 2013

Interview: Veronica Wolff author of The keep (Watchers #4)

We haver Varonica Wolff with us today. She is the author of the series The Watchers. If you havent read it you are missing out!

1. How did you come up with the storyline for this book?

Honestly, some of the inspiration came from you bloggers! Many reviewers have commented how much they wanted to know what was in that vampire castle, and I decided it was time to sneak inside.

Also, I’ve been doing a lot of Jiu-Jitsu and often I’m the only woman in class. I live by the beach, which means many classes find me grappling with big, strapping surfers. (Rough, huh?) I think a lot about how to use leverage when fighting someone much bigger than myself, and it was a natural next step that Drew ended up exploring it on the page for me.

2. How did you come up with the names for the characters?

Some of them just come to me (Drew), some are names I’ve liked for some time (Carden), and others are results of random web searches, trawling for interesting sounding names (Alcántara).

3. How much are you and the characters alike?

Oh wow, I dare not think about that one too much! Seriously, though, seeing as I’m the one who’s conceived of all these people, they’re all in me somewhere. There’s not one character I can point to, rather, there are little bits of me in each person on that island. I believe it wouldn’t be a very good character if there weren’t some part of them that I personally found sympathetic.

4. Do you read a lot and what are you reading now?

I read like a crazy person. I’m voracious. Mostly young adult, with a smattering of romance (I love Regencies), and I also snatch up the occasional non-fiction, horror, or classic. I recently even devoured a teen manga. I’m usually reading one book and listening to another on audio. At the moment I’m reading Green Darkness by Anya Seton, listening to Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides, and also occasionally tucking into My Mistress’s Sparrow is Dead: Great Love Stories, from Chekhov to Munro, a collection of short stories curated by Jeffrey Eugenides (can you tell I’m a fan?!)

5. What made you decide to go Vampires?

I like scary things. I enjoy the romance of today’s teen vampires and found myself wanting more of that, but with more horrific, terrifying twists.

6. What will you do now that this series is finished?

Actually, the series isn’t over for me! I’m currently working on a novella written from Ronan’s point of view. I can’t seem to leave Drew behind…

7. So what is your next project and when is it due out?

I’m working on my Ronan novella, as well as a top-secret YA contemporary—no vampires in that one, just a cute boy.

8. Do you have a daytime job or are you a full time writer?

I’m lucky to be a full-time writer, but I’ve got two kids at home, so there’s a lot of carpooling and volunteering in there, too.

9. How did you get into writing novels and were you worried about peoples reactions to your books?

I had a job that I hated, and writing was a way to have something to think about during the day that belonged only to me. Then, when my daughter was born, it was a way to keep my identity and sanity. And yes, I was very worried about people’s reactions, though my bulletproof vest gets thicker every year.

10. One last thing do you collect anything personally?

With two kids and a few rescue pets at home, sometimes it feels as though mostly I collect Legos from where they’re hiding in the rug, furballs from beneath the bed, and bobby pins from under the bathroom sink, but no, other than that, I don’t really collect anything. (Though, now that I think about it, who doesn’t love a good tourist mug?)

Places to find Veronica
Goodreads
Website
Twitter
Facebook

Places to find Veronicas books
B & N
Amazon
Goodreads

Review: Fairy Metal Thunder (Songs of Magic #1) by J.L. Bryan

Summary-

A rock & roll fairy tale.
Jason plays guitar in a teenage garage band called the Assorted Zebras, but they have no fans, no gigs, and they're going nowhere. Even worse, Jason has a crush on their lead singer, but she doesn't seem interested in him at all.
Then Jason steals instruments from the fairy world. Soon the band is enchanting crowds, and Jason is a step closer to the girl of his dreams, but the new gear is brimming with dangerous and destructive magic they can't control.
Their shortcut to success has cost a troupe of innocent fairies their livelihood and turned Jason and his band into enemies of the powerful Queen Mab, who sends supernatural bounty hunters to track them down, including one of the most dangerous horned creatures in Faerie...a small unicorn named Buttercake.

Review-

It's nice for a change to read a fun, light hearted story. Not that it doesn't have a few close calls. The storyline is light & energetic with just the right amount of seriousness. The main character is a likable young man with good friends. Of course, being a teenager only guarantees a certain amount of trouble. They do find an unexpected ally. Also,some really creepy foes. The author leaves just enough un-done & un-said to have a good lead into the next book. It will be interesting to see how the story & characters evolve. This book is easy to read and follow. A good series for younger teens to read. Hope you enjoy it too. Happy Reading!!

Publisher-Createspace

Reviewer Rating: 4 Stars

Reviewed by~Mechele

Thank you to the author for the donation of this book to the Read for your Future book program in exchange for a honest review!

Summary-

In 1910, no one believed there would ever be a war with Germany. Safe in her affluent middle-class life, the rumours held no significance for Victoria either. It was her father's decision to enroll her at university that began to change all that. There she befriendes the rebellious and outspoken Beryl Whittaker, an emergent suffragette, but it is her love for Gerald Avery, a talented young poet from a neighbouring university that sets the seal on her future. After a clandestine romance, they marry in January 1914, but with the outbreak of the First World War, Gerald volunteeres but within months has gone missing in France. Convinced that he is still alive, Victoria's initial attempts to discover what has become of him, implicate her in a murderous assault on Lord Kitchener resulting in her being interrogated as a spy, and later tempted to adultery. Now virtually destitute, Victoria is reduced to finding work as a common labourer on a run down farm, where she discovers a world of unimaginable ignorance and poverty. It is only her conviction that Gerald will some day return that sustaines her through the dark days of hardship and privation as her life .

Review-

This book follows protagonist, Victoria, as she enters college at 16 years of age in the year 1910. She is a strong-willed and intelligent young woman from a family that has never suffered from poverty. Once she enters college, however, life drastically changes for Victoria. She gains independence, meets her future husband, loses her father, and, of course, World War 1 begins. Don't think that this is a dry historical novel. This book is the complete opposite! Similar to Forest Gump, Victoria has her hand in many historical events: the first military tank, moving pictures, automobiles, mustard gas, the suffrage movement, women gaining the right to vote, etc. Unlike Forest Gump, though, author Bartram spins a story that is believable and very moving. Throughout this plot there also runs a mystery--Victoria's beloved poet husband has been missing in action. Will he be found? If anyone can succeed, it's Victoria. Even if she is labelled a spy, a traitor, an anti-war sympathizer, she will move Heaven and Earth to find out what happened to him. Beautifully written, well-researched, enjoyable, entertaining, and emotional, this book is an absolute five star. A MUST-READ!

Publisher-Authors Online

Reviewer Rating: 5 STARS!!!

Reviewed by~Cindi

Thank you to the author for the donation of this book to the Read for your Future book program in exchage for a honest review!

Summary-

Everyone has secrets. I had no idea mine would lead me into shadow. Dez has found the place where she belongs. With the otherkin. With Caleb. Or so she thought. As the barriers between our world and Othersphere fall, a wall rises between Dez and Caleb, leaving her fiercest enemy her only friend.
And maybe something more.
Now Dez must make a devastating choice: keep the love of her life, or save the otherkin from annihilation.

Review-

This is a very different kind of shifter story. The characters in this book have a whole array of powers & talents. It is a good-guy vs. bad-guy theme with a lot of action, friendship, love, hate & self discovery thrown in. Which makes this a very interesting & suspenseful tale. I really liked the way the author seems to weave all those elements flawlessly together to make this one wild & unexpected delight. There truly is never a dull moment. The main character and her friends are typical teens with attitude. Very likable characters. They are all faced with their own doubts and problems but always come together in the face of adversity. A very fast paced read. I feel a special connection to the main characters shifter animal. I'm definitely a Cat person...Lol. There are also very important facts; ways to contribute in the back of the book. Please look those over and visit the sites. Even one person can make a difference! A very good series to read. Happy Reading!!

Publisher-K-Teen

Reviewer Rating: 4 Stars

Reviewed by~Mechele

Thank you to the publisher for the donation of this book to the Read for your future book program in exchange for a honest review!

Summary-

Plunged into a demon filled world, Diana must come to terms with an existence geared toward defending humans. Diana’s dreams have shown her the way to destroy them with silver. But her dreams have also shown her Alexander—a demon she has hated…and loved…through the ages. Now Alex has followed her to Springfield, and people are dying. Dare she trust him and let him into her life?
An aggravating vice principal, Internet dating, and stalking demons are just a few of the challenges facing Diana, Sam and Maggie their senior year. Join them for another adventure that will ultimately lead them back to Rome.

Review-

This is the kind of sequel I like to read. It gets right to the action. Continuing on with the original storyline while adding an all new direction. I really like how the author keeps throwing bits & pieces from the past in to make the present a clearer picture. I love all the added history. I was never very good at historical things but I love the way it's retold in this story. I'm betting that a lot of it is factual or close it being the truth. I'd certainly like to research and see for myself. It really adds depth to the storyline. I'm sure the author added her own flare to the mix, which makes it all the more interesting. The story really keeps you engaged & totally interested. Along with the mystery, action and love story the characters are very endearing. Every one of them has their own story & history while adding depth & dimension to this story. The storyline is like a finely woven web with everything coming together in a single thread. That thread is left un-ended providing a lead into the next book. I can't wait! Really a good book. Happy Reading!!

Reviewer Rating:4.5 Stars

Reviewed by~Mechele