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Stacking the Shelves (30)

Hey there! Welcome to this week's Stacking the Shelves! This awesome meme is hosted by Tynga's Reviews and we get to show each other the books we acquired this week whether bought, from the library or for review!

Over the past couple of weeks I've been approved for a few e-galleys I've just been too lazy to list them. So this week, all e-galleys!

For Review:

School Spirits by Rachel Hawkins

Insomnia by J.R. Johansson

The Eternity Cure by Julie Kagawa

Stormbringers by Phillipa Gregory

Levitating Las Vegas by Jennifer Echols

Review: Scarlet

Title: Scarlet
Author: Marissa Meyer
Series: The Lunar Chronicles #2
Publisher: Feiwel and Friends
Source: Purchased

The fates of Cinder and Scarlet collide as a Lunar threat spreads across the Earth...
Cinder, the cyborg mechanic, returns in the second thrilling installment of the bestselling Lunar Chronicles. She's trying to break out of prison—even though if she succeeds, she'll be the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive.

Halfway around the world, Scarlet Benoit's grandmother is missing. It turns out there are many things Scarlet doesn't know about her grandmother or the grave danger she has lived in her whole life. When Scarlet encounters Wolf, a street fighter who may have information as to her grandmother's whereabouts, she is loath to trust this stranger, but is inexplicably drawn to him, and he to her. As Scarlet and Wolf unravel one mystery, they encounter another when they meet Cinder. Now, all of them must stay one step ahead of the vicious Lunar Queen Levana, who will do anything for the handsome Prince Kai to become her husband, her king, her prisoner.

My thoughts:

The Lunar Chronicles is genius! Marissa Meyer is a fantastic writer who crafts together a very original world, science fiction, fairy tales, mystery, romance and fascinating characters. It's definitely one of my absolute favorite series that keeps me chomping at the bit for more!

I didn't even know this was possible but I liked Scarlet more than Cinder! I gave Cinder a 5 star raving review because it was awesome but there is something that can be said about an author who can build on the awesomeness of her first book, intertwine two separate stories and create an even bigger mystery that has me on the edge of my seat!

Scarlet is a great new addition to the mystery of the Lunars and the missing princess. The mystery of her family's involvement was very intriguing and what made it even better was the mystery of her origins which is revealed toward the end of the story. The bigger mystery surrounds Wolf and who he really is. Is he good or bad? We don't know and it's so infuriating! I also love that the story takes place in France. And I love that Iko is back! She is one of my favorite characters.

Another home-run for Marissa Meyer and I just can't wait to see what she has in store for the rest of the series!

Waiting on Wendesday (89)

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine that spotlights upcoming releases that we are eagerly anticipating. This is one of my favorite memes because not only is my TBR pile so much bigger at the end of the night but also the covers are always amazing!

Title: The Fiery Heart
Author: Richelle Mead
Series: Bloodlines #4
Hitting the Shelves: November 19, 2013

In The Indigo Spell, Sydney was torn between the Alchemist way of life and what her heart and gut were telling her to do. And in one breathtaking moment that Richelle Mead fans will never forget, she made a decision that shocked even her. . . .

But the struggle isn't over for Sydney. As she navigates the aftermath of her life-changing decision, she still finds herself pulled in too many directions at once. Her sister Zoe has arrived, and while Sydney longs to grow closer to her, there's still so much she must keep secret. Working with Marcus has changed the way she views the Alchemists, and Sydney must tread a careful path as she harnesses her profound magical ability to undermine the way of life she was raised to defend. Consumed by passion and vengeance, Sydney struggles to keep her secret life under wraps as the threat of exposure—and re-education—looms larger than ever.

Pulses will race throughout this thrilling fourth installment in the New York Times bestselling Bloodlines series, where no secret is safe.

What are you waiting for? 

Review: Onxy

Title: Onyx
Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout
Series: Lux #2
Publisher: Entangled Publishing
Source: Purchased

Being connected to Daemon Black sucks…

Daemon’s determined to prove what he feels for me is more than a product of our bizarre connection. I’ve sworn him off even though he’s running more hot than cold these days. But against all common sense, I’m falling for him. Hard.

Our relationship issues aren’t out biggest problem…

The Department of Defense is here. If they ever find out what Daemon can do and that we’re linked, I’m a goner. So is he. And when a new boy shows up a school with a secret of his own, things get complicated fast. I need to choose between my own instincts and Daemon’s.

But then everything changes…

I’ve seen someone who shouldn’t be alive. Daemon’s never going to stop searching until gets the truth. What happened to his brother? Who betrayed him? And what does the DOD want from them—from me?

No one is who they seem. And not everyone will survive the lies.

My thoughts:

I love this series! Love, love, love this series! I was somewhat of a late comer to the Luxen because I can honestly say that their original covers turned me away. After multiple bloggers told me to get on it I felt like I had no choice but to finally pick it up. And I am so glad that I did! When I was around middle school/early high school I really loved that show called Roswell! Ever since then UFO's, Roswell, NM and stories about aliens have always intrigued me.  So for me, the Lux series is definitely great because it has that Roswell feel!

What really makes the Lux series exciting to read is that there is always something going on! Some kind of adventure, mysterious plot development and very suspicious behavior by some sketchy characters! I'm always on the edge of my seat! No doubt Onyx had all this and more! Since Katy has developed some of Daemon's alien power, her life is crazier than ever and now a new guy at entered the picture vying for her attention.  I would say it's a love triangle but, honestly, Daemon has no competition! I knew this new guy was sketchy all along and that it was just a matter of time before Katy admitted that she's in love with Daemon.

I don't know what it is about Daemon but he is one of the hottest guys I've ever read! Every time he calls Katy "kitten" I just MELT!!! I love every word he says and that he's not afraid to admit that he's in love with Katy! Even though his temper is a little off-putting, he is still in my top 10 book boyfriends!

I'm telling you, if you have not read this series yet, you need to get on it! It's one of my favorites right now and has also made Jennifer L. Armentrout one of my favorite authors!

Huge Spring Cleaning Giveaway! 5 Possible Winners!

I'm doing a huge, huge giveaway! I recently went through my bookshelves and took out all my read ARCs and the books I don't want anymore! And here's your chance to win them! Scroll down to see pictures of all the prize packs (6 books each) and make sure you read all the rules and directions very carefully.

Prize Pack #1:

Notes From Ghost Town by Kate Ellison

Boundless by Cynthia Hand

The Crown of Embers by Rae Carson

My Beautiful Failure by Janet Ruth Young

The Other Half of Me by Morgan McCarthy

Tempest Rising by Traci Deebs

Prize Pack #2:

God Save the Queen by Kate Lock

Everneath by Brodi Ashton (Signed)

Soulbound by Heather Brewer (Signed)

The Last Echo by Kimberly Derting

Want to go Private by Sara Darer Littman

The Turning by Francine Prose

Prize Pack #3:

A Long Way from You by Gwendolyn Heasley

Hidden by Sophie Jordan

Perfect Escape by Jennifer Brown

League of Strays by L.B. Schulman

Beautiful Lies by Jessica Warman

Prize Pack #4:

Girl of Nightmares by Kendare Blake

Once by Anna Carey (Signed)

I Hunt Killers by Barry Lyga

Dark Companion by Marta Acosta

Fracture by Megan Miranda 

Nobody by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Prize Pack #5:

Masque of the Red Death by Bethany Griffin

Breaking Beautiful by Jennifer Wolf

Because it is My Blood by Gabrielle Zevin

All These Things I've Done by Gabrielle Zevin

The Little Woods by McCormick Templeman

The Raft by S.A. Bodeen

Rules:

• Must be 13 and older to enter
• US Residents ONLY!
• Any and all cheating will be disqualified
• Most of these books are ARC. If you don't want ARCs DON'T ENTER!
• Only one winner per prize pack
• Winners will be notified by email and give 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen
• The first winner will be given the option of prize pack, the second winner will chose their prize pack and so on and so forth until all prize packs have winners.
• Spread the news! Tell your friends and have fun! 

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Stacking the Shelves (29)

Hey there! Welcome to this week's Stacking the Shelves! This awesome meme is hosted by Tynga's Reviews and we get to show each other the books we acquired this week whether bought, from the library or for review!

I got a nice little package from Harper this week with a few books that I'm super excited about!! A huge thank you for all of Harper's kindness and awesome surprises! Here's what I got:

For Review:

Transparent by Natalie Whipple

Rise by Anna Carey

If I Should Die by Amy Plum

Dead Silence by Kimberly Derting

The Elite by Kiera Cass

September Girls by Bennett Madison

Parallel by Lauren Miller

What new books are stacking your shelves?