April 10, 2015

Review: My life Next door by Huntley Fitzpatrick

Summary-

"One thing my mother never knew, and would disapprove of most of all, was that I watched the Garretts. All the time."The Garretts are everything the Reeds are not. Loud, messy, affectionate. And every day from her rooftop perch, Samantha Reed wishes she was one of them . . . until one summer evening, Jase Garrett climbs up next to her and changes everything.
As the two fall fiercely for each other, stumbling through the awkwardness and awesomeness of first love, Jase's family embraces Samantha - even as she keeps him a secret from her own. Then something unthinkable happens, and the bottom drops out of Samantha's world. She's suddenly faced with an impossible decision. Which perfect family will save her? Or is it time she saved herself?
A transporting debut about family, friendship, first romance, and how to be true to one person you love without betraying another.

Review-

This book pleasantly surprised me. It is a really good and humorous read. The characters were witty (I love witty characters) and well developed. The storyline was very well written and executed. I read this book in a matter of hours. It is a book that at some point I would love to reread. Its a journey that is worth going on this summer and the Garretts are a family worth knowing. Each character has their own personality. I love the dialogue from this huge cast of characters. The author does a fabulous job of giving each character personality and dialogue and not once was I confused by who said what. It is an awesome read. Pick a copy up this summer and you to may find yourself snickering with these characters. Definitely worth owning a copy!! I can hardly wait to read this authors material....

Publisher-Dial books for young readers

Reviewers Rating: 5 STARS!!!

Reviewed by~Lora

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter to all of our AWESOME Readers!!!

March 31, 2015

Raining Romance Books Giveaway Hop (International)

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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!

BAM!
I twist toward the noise. In the open door way, Zade's a tower of rage.
p. 265

You Are Mine

by Janeal Falor

March 30, 2015

It's Monday! What Are You Reading?

This is a fun meme that allows bloggers to get an idea of what everyone else is reading and perhaps help to find our next must-read. So check out what WE are reading and tell us what YOU are reading!!

Lora is Reading:

My Life Next Door

by Huntley Fitzpatrick

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"One thing my mother never knew, and would disapprove of most of all, was that I watched the Garretts. All the time."

The Garretts are everything the Reeds are not. Loud, messy, affectionate. And every day from her rooftop perch, Samantha Reed wishes she was one of them . . . until one summer evening, Jase Garrett climbs up next to her and changes everything.

As the two fall fiercely for each other, stumbling through the awkwardness and awesomeness of first love, Jase's family embraces Samantha - even as she keeps him a secret from her own. Then something unthinkable happens, and the bottom drops out of Samantha's world. She's suddenly faced with an impossible decision. Which perfect family will save her? Or is it time she saved herself?

A transporting debut about family, friendship, first romance, and how to be true to one person you love without betraying another. (goodreads summary)

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Cindi is Reading:

You Are Mine
(Mine, #1)

by Janeal Falor

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Serena knows a few simple things. She will always be owned by a warlock. She will never have freedom. She will always do what her warlock wishes, regardless of how inane, frivolous, or cruel it is. And if she doesn’t follow the rules, she will be tarnished. Spelled to be bald, inked, and barren for the rest of her life—worth less than the shadow she casts.

Then her ownership is won by a barbarian from another country. With the uncertainty that comes from belonging to a new warlock, Serena questions if being tarnished is really worse than being owned by a barbarian, and tempts fate by breaking the rules. When he looks the other way instead of punishing her, she discovers a new world. The more she ventures into the forbidden, the more she learns of love and a freedom just out of reach. Serena longs for both. But in a society where women are only ever property, hoping for more could be deadly. (goodreads summary)

March 20, 2015

Spring Cleaning Giveaway Hop

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Childrens Book Review & Giveaway: The Littest Bunny in Ohio (an Easter adventure) by Lily Jacobs Illustrated by Robert Dunn

Summary-

It's Easter morning, and the littlest bunny has a big secret: he's actually the Easter Bunny! He has a lot of work to do! Join him as he hides eggs high and low, with a final stop at your house!

Review-

This is one of the neatest hardback books for children. You can buy it with your state in the story. Each book in The Littlest Bunny Series features art and text created especially for a specific state or city, including all 50 states as well as cities in Canada.

I really love the story. It is a rhyme story and I love those. The story is perfect for Easter. The storyline is excellent. The illustrations are beautiful. They are some of the cutest I have seen in a children's book in a while. If you are looking for a book for your children for their Easter basket or a birthday gift. I ABSOLUTELY recommend this book. You have to see it. It is gorgeous!

Published by~Sourcebooks

Reviewer Rating: 5 STARS!!!

Reviewed by~Lora