Amid the chaos of war, the Shadowhunters must decide to fight with the vampires, werewolves and other Downworlders - or against them. Meanwhile, Jace and Clary have their own decision to make: should they pursue the love they know is forbidden?
Would you risk your life for love?
My life had always been blissfully, wonderfully normal. But it only took one moment to change everything.
Suddenly, my sister, Georgia, and I were orphans. We put our lives into storage and moved to Paris to live with my grandparents. And I knew my shattered heart, my shattered life, would never feel normal again. Then I met Vincent.
Mysterious, sexy, and unnervingly charming, Vincent Delacroix appeared out of nowhere and swept me off my feet. Just like that, I was in danger of losing my heart all over again. But I was ready to let it happen.
Of course, nothing is ever that easy. Because Vincent is no normal human. He has a terrifying destiny, one that puts his life at risk every day. He also has enemies . . . immortal, murderous enemies who are determined to destroy him and all of his kind.
While I'm fighting to piece together the remnants of my life, can I risk putting my heart—as well as my life and my family's—in jeopardy for a chance at love?
Kate who has just lost her parents gas moved to Pars to her grandparents with her sister, Georgia. There she meets Vincent, with his good looks and charming manner (what do you expect? It's France.) He seems to look like a normal guy, but he isn't. Vincent is a Revenant a fancy word for saying the undead-zombies, ghost whatever, but not vampires. But been undead has a payment to give. Vincent and his friends have to save people when they are in danger of ending their lives. And with every good guys you get the bad guys as well. The bad guys: Numa. They are just like Revenants but they are made out of cold murder and many bad things. Without knowing what is still out there Kate turns a blind eye to the negative points and still carries on walking towards danger.
As i said before : "This book is love at first sight!" So this is why everyone is making a fuss out of this series and i have to i agree with them. Die For Me just sucks you in with it's crazy world and characters.
Love the title, cover and the summary and i think the story is going to be great.
Thoughts after the read:
It wasn't what i was expecting, it wasn't a good read and not a great fan, but there are good points about it.
Review:
Perry has a normal life, a perfect life. He's a student with really good grades and is on the top lists for undergraduate student at Columbia University, but when a exchange students arrives into Perry's life it turns into war. Gobi is not a European chick she's like the girl who sits in your class in the corner, talking to anyone and always has her nose in books. Prom, one of the most important date in high school and when Perry is with Gobi it looks good for a chance to go and get a chance with a gig in front of real people that night. But when Gobi changes their plan Perry discovers that Gobi isn't who she really is. With the lights on for the stage Perry discovers the hidden things of New York in a night.
Au Revoir, Crazy European Chick is a fun read with good action in it.
What i really loved about the book was the witty jokes that Joe made in the story. Most of the part of the story i was laughing full on and i liked that. Another thing that i really liked about the book was Joe's writing. It's just so simple but at the same time it's like you can see everything that the characters see.
The only drawback for me was that for some reason it let me down because i was hoping it to be something better. And, truth be told i actually left Au Revoir Crazy European Chick alone for a day or two.
And that's all folks. If you haven't read this book then do read it because i still think it's amazing! I can't wait to read the next book, Ciao For Now, Crazy European Chick.
On a little note i wanted to say that i really love the titles. Only by reading the titles i would have already picked this book and ready to settle in with this book.
Trapped within the cruel world of hormones and bullies, fifteen-year-old Aiden is convinced life has more to offer him. His instincts are proven correct on the night he is awakened by a voice calling to him from outside his window. As he sleepily peers into his yard, his eyes slowly focus on a woman who says she is there to take him to Eden. Aiden is about to fulfil the life purpose he never knew he had.
It is in Eden, a land on the brink of war, where Aiden will finally learn to trust himself and those around him. Accompanied by Wolf, his sidekick Logan, and the beautiful archer, Elisa, Aiden is soon thrust into a battle to save Eden. Meanwhile Elisa, the only girl in the King’s Army, is in the midst of her own struggles. Betrothed to a man she has no intention of marrying, Elisa is caught between the need to prove herself and her desire for true happiness. And now that she has met Aiden, she is more confused than ever.
In this action-packed fantasy tale, romance, adventure, and intrigue surround Aiden as he learns just what he is capable of when he discovers confidence and courage
Review:
*i received this book for a honest review from Paranormal Romance & Urban Fantasy Fanatics! (Read 2 Review)
Virals (Virals #1)
By Kathy Reichs
Pages: 488
Publisher: Razorbill
Published: November 2nd 2010
Summary:
Mystery, fantasy, forensic science...
and heart-stopping action
And heart-stopping action.
Tory Brenann is as fascinated by bones and dead bodies as her famous aunt, acclaimed forensic anthropologist Tempe Brenann. However, living in a secluded island off Charleston in South Carolina, she doesn't have much opportunity to put her knowledge to the test. Until she and her group of technophiles friends stumble across a shallow grave containing the remains of a girl who has been missing for over thirty years.
With the cold-case murder suddenly hot, Tory realises that they are involved in something fatally dangerous. And when they rescue a sick dog from a laboratory on the same island, it becomes evident that somehow the two events are linked.
On the run from forces they don't understand, they have only each other to fall back on. Until they succumb to a mysterious infection that heightens their senses and hones their insists to impossible levels. Their illness seem to have their very biology-and suddenly it's clear that the island is home to something well beyond their comprehension. It's a secret that has driven men to kill once. And will drive them to kill again.
Review:
Oh God, oh God, oh God. Where do i start? I can't even start to describe this book! By the way, all of this i mean it it in a good way. Virals is mind blowing. Kathy Reichs's writing was unbelievable!
"Mystery, fantasy, forensic science... and heart-stopping action" you can say that again!
Virals is about a girl called Tory Brenann. Her mother died 8 or 6 months ago and now she lives wither dad, "Kit", on the island off Charleston and surprisingly she is nephew of the famous forensic anthropologist, Temprance Brennan and as fascinated by bones as her aunt, Temprance Brennan, Tory is also fascinated by bones. With her skills at hand Tory and her group, Ben, Hi and Shelton are tangled in a big mystery with the lab on Loggerhead island where scientists all around the world come to.
My Enchanted Life by Lara Eno
Pages: 259
Publisher: Headline
Published: November 5th 2011
Source: From Goodreads group-Paranormal Romance & Urban Fantasy Fanatics for a review.
Summary:
An American teen finds herself thrust into a world she never knew existed in England's magical community of Wode Gate. While dealing with gnomes, a cranky dragon, murder and mayhem, Emma tries to cope with her unwanted duties as Sentinel and fights to get back home again.
She finds that things aren't always what they seem, people aren't who they pretend to be, and someone wants her dead. The king of the underworld wants her too, but he may be the least of her problems as Emma struggles to control her powers—while losing her heart to a demon.
Review:
Wow. There alot of things going on. I'm trying to update my blog, found many intresting books to read. I can't wait!
OK, first of all i would like to give a big thanks to Paranormal Romance & Urban Fantasy Fanatics group that i have joined on Goodreads because they are the one who gave me a chance to read this book.
So, the story is about a girl, Emma Winslow, and she gets a letter saying she has got a house from her uncle who is dead. But it seems Emma isn't who she thinks she is and the village isn't what you see it as. Now, the next thing is interesting. Emma is a Sentinel. They are very special creatures; their job is to make sure the world remain separate from each other and to help prevent demons from crossing into the mundane world, of course! And then the other thing that gets smacked right straight on her face is that Wode Gate isn't a town, it's a gate-a magical gate.
The plot and the setting in this book is awesome. The plot of this book is what i liked. Laura made this book vague by the villain. You will never guess who the villain really is until you read it so get reading people!
My first thought on this book was that it was a MG (middle grade) book because of the front page and the title. However, when i read this found out it was a YA (young adult) book.The start of this book jumped right onto the main point and then slowly starts to unravel the story. Then when she went to England all the characters that she met was all suspicious to me. I mean how can a house maid look like a model. Also, the setting is creepy but from the first description for Randolph i was drooling.Then the problem came up. *Dramatic music*. Emma has to save herself, her people and most importantly her lover, Matthew from the king of the underworld. Finally, at the end i loved the 6 months later for the conclusion.
And the setting for this book is awesome. Particularly the library. I would love to have my own library in my own house like that one!
~Characters~
Emma's character is brave, mysterious and always straight to the point kind of girl. She's brave because she tries out things that people who be scared of. She's mysterious because you don't know everything from the start. However, when you go on reading the book you find out some shocking facts about her.
Nuh uh uh. I am not reading this! All the characters are awesome.
Cussard (the dragon). I would love to meet him!
Mathew is a demon? No way! As Emma says he looks like an angel!
Lizzy, the house keeper is lovely. She is so kind and thoughtful! And i also feel sorry for her because of the curse she has.
I'm liking Randolph more and more as i read on. But in the end i hate him. He is a peculiar character. In my opinion i thought Emma was going to end up liking Randolph but she still stuck with Matthew. I would have liked it; it would have added a bit of spice to the romance.
However, there was also a little, little confusing moment for is who is the shape shifter that changed into Matthew? Or maybe it's just my stupid brain which is not working properly.
In conclusion, My Enchanted Life is a quick read-the whole story is short-205 pages (can you believe that?)-but its packed with action, romance and all the things you need to know. I would love to read more of Laura's works if i can get my hands on them. So get reading people!
Jill @ Breaking the Spine hosts this weekly meme where we can share a book that we are so excited for and are anxiously awaiting their upcoming release!
Summary:
Why be the sheep, when you can be the wolf?
Seventeen-year-old Ismae escapes from the brutality of an arranged marriage into the sanctuary of the convent of St. Mortain, where the sisters still serve the gods of old. Here she learns that the god of Death Himself has blessed her with dangerous gifts—and a violent destiny. If she chooses to stay at the convent, she will be trained as an assassin and serve as a handmaiden to Death. To claim her new life, she must destroy the lives of others.
Ismae's most important assignment takes her straight into the high court of Brittany—where she finds herself woefully under prepared—not only for the deadly games of intrigue and treason, but for the impossible choices she must make. For how can she deliver Death’s vengeance upon a target who, against her will, has stolen her heart?
Clockwrok angel (The Infernal Devices #1) by Classandra Clare
Pages: 480
Publisher: Magaret K. McElderry
Published: August 2011
Summary:
Magic is dangerous-but love is more dangerous still
When sixteen-year-old Tess Grey arrives in England during the reign of Queen Victoria, something terrifying is waiting for her in London's Downworld, where vampire, warlocks and other supernatural folk stalk the gaslit streets.
Friendless and haunted, Tessa seeks refuge with the Shadowhunters, a band of warriors dedicated to ridding the world of demons.
Drawn ever deeper into their wold, she finds herself fascinated by-and torn between-two best friends and quickly realizes that love may be the most dangerous magic of all.
Review:
Clockwork angel is like The Mortal Instruments. Forbidden love, action and (of course) Shaddowhunters.
The story starts with a girl called Tessa. She used to live with her aunt in America. But her aunt dies of a sickness. Now that she has arrived in London she hopes to meet her brother (Nat/Nathaniel.) But rather than meeting her brother she meets the Dark Sisters who are members of the Pandemonium club. They make her change. Not change as in change into clothes but change as in change into a person. That's her power. she can change into a person, but only if she has something of the person. It can be anything. Their clothes, their jewelery or even a strand of the person's hair. Even though it hurts she has to do it or her brother will be hurt.
The she meets William or better known as Will and the group of Shadowhunters. James or better known as Jem, Carlotte, Henry, Jessamine. She meets Will when the Dark Sisters tell her that she is to be married to the Magister. When she escapes from the Dark sister's hands there are still more problems. She has to find her brother; The Silent brothers doesn't know who she is; The Institute needs to find the Magister; They also need to know who are controlling the clock figures.
My first thought on this book was that i wouldn't want to be a huge fan of this prequel. This is, because it's the same as The Mortal Instruments. For example, Tessa and Clarissa don't know what exactly they are and the book has the same problem with the boys. Forbidden love. *Sigh* This time its two boys, eh? This me i like Will. Jem is too...too...normal. However, i do feel sorry for him. But, secretly i can' help myself but be drawn into it. I can't believe most of the that Classandra has wrote. Church is that old! And the epilogue just doesn't make sense. How can Will go to Magnus for help!
This first book in the series was page turning and satisfying. For now. I can't wait to read the next book (Clockwork Prince)!! =D
Cover talk:
for some reason these days i have been looking at the book covers before reading the book. I guess the cover of a book can tell what it's about. I'm guessing that Will is on the front cover. I love the clokwork angel.
Published: February 2008 ( first published March 2007 )
Summary:
Clary Fay is seeing things: vampires in Brooklyn and werewolves in Manhattan.
Irresistibly drawn towards a group of sexy demon hunters, Clary encounters the dark side of New York City - and the dangers of forbidden love.
My summary:
Fifteen-year-old, Clary Fay, is just having a fun night out with her best friend, Simon. When Clary sees shadows in the dark and no one else sees it, she has to find out what it is. Not normal. It turns out nothing is normal in Clary's life. Her mom is a shadow hunter, her dad is the bad guy and she can see weird images in her head sometimes.
But there's no time to be shocked or unravel her powers 'cause her mom has been kidnapped. That's right kidnapped by the bad guys!!
Review:
City Of Bones, this is what i call a twist in a story. I've been waiting for a book where the girl is actually a daughter of a bad guy! This book was easy to read. I was so swift and fast. Cassandra described the story so well and it was easy to understand.
The cover is eye catching. And i love the series title: The Mortal Instrument. When you read the series title you just want to ask question like: What kind of instruments is it? And mortals?
If you think this not enough to get you reading this book then what about demon hunters? I mean, i would love to be part of this shadow hunter group!It would make my life more interesting, sensational and more action!
Finally the last thing i would like to ask is . . . Clary and Jace, are they really brothers and sisters? If they are the it would break my heart.
The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart.
Pages: 480
Publisher: The Chicken House
Published: June 2009 (fist published in February 2007)
Summary:
Four children with unusual talents are recruited for a top-secret mission. There is only one rule - there are no rules.
How can they work together to save the world?
A cracking adventure begins . . .
My summary:
'Are you a gifted child?'
When this peculiar ad. appears in the news paper dozens of children enrol to take a series mysteries and mind blowing tests. However only 4 children pass this odd test. Their names are: Reynard (Reynie) Muldoon, Sticky ( George Washington), Constance Contraire and Kate Whetherhall. They all have their own secrets. Is Sticky Sticky's real name and what is his story? Why is Constance so small? Well, you can find this all out when you read the book.
These 4 children have to save the world in secret. The are agents. They are not the governments' agent, but Mr Benedict's.
Will they save the world? Will there be enough time? But aren't they just children?
Welcome to the Mysterious Benedict Society.
Review:
An excellent book! It's packed with adventure, friendship, loyalty and . . . suspense. I want to say even though i read this in like 2 weeks it was a good read. It had great ways of showing that, children can do things what adult can do as well. This book was full of problems. The Mysterious Benedict Society solved their problems with answers that i will never think of. For example, when Sticky got the idea to read Mr Curtain's journal and when they had the tests to enrol for "the special opportunities".
The characters in the books were also mind blowing. I loved all of the characters. Reynie is special in his own way. He acts like a adult, but looks like a child. I love Kate's bucket. You might wonder in the first place why she ever is carrying a bucket when it's not going to help you in any way. But, you're wrong (find out when you read the book!). I also love Mr Benedict's character. He is mysterious and in some way he always knows everything.
The last thing i want to say about this book is that, i love how Trenton (the author) used Mr benedict to give us a puzzle to solve. I certainly want to know Mr Benedict's first name!
