Review: Book: Children of the Void- Adam Clarke

 

Title: Children of the Void 

Series: Zero Tolerance Unit Files #1

Author’s Name: Adam Clarke

Publisher: Self-Published

Genre: Science Fiction/ Adventure

Page Count: 321 Pages

ISBN: B07DTYNV5S

Author or Book Website: N/A

Link to Amazon purchase page: Children of the Void

Link to Goodreads: Children of the Void

Release Date: N/A

How I Got the Book: Review Copy

Summary of the Book:

Organized Crime lives its golden age in Capitol City, but not for long if the newly formed Zero Tolerance Unit has anything to say about it… Even if it shouldn’t be their primary concern.

An elusive cult is brewing something sinister: an ancient ritual that would remove humanity’s material form, by opening the Void.

Jonas Hansen is a vigilante who decides to join the ZTU to prove that orphans don’t always end up in the Mafia.

Kyra Allison thinks – and often proves – that she is smarter than most people. This doesn’t get her many friends in the ZTU, but that is just fine for her.

Until she meets Jonas.

My Personal Review: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. I was not sure what to think when I was first asked to read this book. It was not my normal reach for kind of book, but something told me to give it a chance. I have to say my favorite character is Jonas. He is willing to do what has to be done for himself, Granny, Kyra and those that need it on the side of right. I do like Kyra’s way of doing things, but sometimes all of smarts do get her into a bit of trouble and her not wanting to go back and work for her father. This book took me on a journey I did not know that I wanted to go on. I like that the book is told from different points of view that include: Zero, Kyra and Jonas. I am looking forward to reading what comes next. 

My Rating of the Book: 4 Stars

 

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Review: Book: Four, Three, Two, One- Courtney Stevens

 

Title: Four, Three, Two, One 

Series: Standalone

Author’s Name: Courtney Stevens

Publisher: Harper Teen

Genre: YA 

Page Count: 400 Pages

ISBN:  9780062398543

Author or Book Website: http://www.courtneycstevens.com/

Link to Amazon purchase page: Four, Three, Two, One

Link to Goodreads: Four, Three, Two, One

Release Date: November 13, 2018

How I Got the Book: ARC

Summary of the Book:

In this contemporary YA novel, a girl reunites with the three other survivors of a bus bombing that killed nineteen people, and together they face the secrets, struggles, and emotional warfare that each has been enduring.

Golden “Go” Jennings wasn’t supposed to be on Bus 21 the day it blew up in New York City. Neither was her boyfriend, Chandler. But they were. And so was Rudy, a cute stranger whom Go shared a connection with the night before. And Caroline, a girl whose silence ended up costing nineteen people their lives.

Though it’s been a year since the bombing, Go isn’t any closer to getting over what happened. Since Chan shuts down every time Go brings that day up, she decides to reach out to Rudy. Just like that, the two fall right back into their easy, deep connection. Facing the past head-on with Rudy has opened up a small window of healing Go never thought was possible. So she makes an impulsive decision: Round up the rest of the survivors and head to New York City. There they will board an art installation made of the charred remnants of Bus 21.

But things are never easy when it comes to rehashing the past. Uniting the four stirs up conflicting feelings of anger and forgiveness and shows them that, although they all survived, they may still need saving.

My Personal Review: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. There were parts of this book that reach deep into my heart and soul and did not let go. Even though I am done reading it, it is still clinging to me. It is really hard for me to put this book into words since there were so many emotions going on and I don’t want to spoil it for anyone else. It is a book that brings you along for the journey. I love Golden and all she is trying to do to bring herself the healing she and the other need so desperately need.  In my opinion this is a book that has to be read and shared. So what are you waiting for grab a copy of your own and enjoy. 

My Rating of the Book: 5 Stars

Review: Book: The Light Between Worlds- Laura E. Weymouth

 

Title: The Light Between Worlds 

Series: Standalone

Author’s Name: Laura E. Weymouth

Publisher: Harper Teen

Genre: YA

Page Count: 368 Pages

ISBN: 9780062696878

Author or Book Website: https://www.lauraeweymouth.com/

Link to Amazon purchase page: The Light Between Worlds

Link to Goodreads: The Light Between Worlds

Release Date: October 23, 2018

How I Got the Book: ARC

Summary of the Book:

Five years ago, Evelyn and Philippa Hapwell cowered from air strikes in a London bomb shelter. But that night took a turn when the sisters were transported to another realm called the Woodlands. In a forest kingdom populated by creatures out of myth and legend, they found temporary refuge.

When Ev and Phil finally returned to London, nothing had changed at all—nothing, except themselves.

Now, Evelyn spends her days sneaking into the woods outside her boarding school, wishing for the Woodlands. Overcome with longing, she is desperate to return no matter what it takes.

Philippa, on the other hand, is determined to find a place in this world. She shields herself behind a flawless exterior and countless friends, and moves to America to escape the memory of what was.

But when Evelyn goes missing, Philippa must confront the depth of her sister’s despair and the painful truths they’ve been running from. As the weeks unfold, Philippa wonders if Ev truly did find a way home, or if the weight of their worlds pulled her under.

My Personal Review: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honor review. This book touched my soul on so many levels. I felt like I understood kind of what the sisters had been going things. The complete mix of fantasy and reality was a bit of a mind trip. I am not sure I could handle all of that, but it made for good reading. It kind of made me wonder since I have a twin sister and that I would not know how to react if I was in either of the sister’s places. I have always kind of lived in a fantasy world where I am the hero. I created my own worlds to escaped into and that is the feeling I get from this book. Happy reading. 

My Rating of the Book: 4 Stars

Review: Book: Damsel- Elana K. Arnold

 

Title: Damsel 

Series: Standalone

Author’s Name: Elana K. Arnold

Publisher:  Balzer + Bray

Genre: YA Fairytale Retelling

Page Count: 320 Pages

ISBN: 9780062742346

Author or Book Website: http://elanakarnold.com/

Link to Amazon purchase page: Damsel

Link to Goodreads: Damsel

Release Date: October 2, 2018

How I Got the Book: ARC

Summary of the Book:

The rite has existed for as long as anyone can remember: when the prince-who-will-be-king comes of age, he must venture out into the gray lands, slay a fierce dragon, and rescue a damsel to be his bride. This is the way things have always been.

When Ama wakes in the arms of Prince Emory, however, she knows none of this. She has no memory of what came before she was captured by the dragon, or what horrors she has faced in its lair. She knows only this handsome prince, the story he tells of her rescue, and her destiny to sit on the throne beside him. Ama comes with Emory back to the kingdom of Harding, hailed as the new princess, welcomed to the court.

However, as soon as her first night falls, she begins to realize that not all is as it seems, that there is more to the legends of the dragons and the damsels than anyone knows–and that the greatest threats to her life may not be behind her, but here, in front of her.

My Personal Review: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. There is a lot to say about this book and there are a lot of trigger warnings in this book. Just be aware of that when picking this book. I am not saying that you should not read this book. I am saying there are some dark themes but in my opinion it was not done in a distasteful way. It did at times make me a little uncomfortable, but to me that was part of it being a little to real. I don’t want to tell you too much about the book. I don’t like spoilers so I try my best to not tell you too much. I would say give the book a try I think Elana did a masterful but dark retelling. 

My Rating of the Book: 4 Stars

Review: Book: The Healer- Donna Freitas

 

Title: The Healer 

Series: Standalone

Author’s Name: Donna Freitas

Publisher: Harper Teen

Genre: YA 

Page Count: 400 Pages

ISBN: 9780062662132

Author or Book Website: https://www.donnafreitas.com/

Link to Amazon purchase page: The Healer

Link to Goodreads: The Healer

Release Date: October 9, 2018

How I Got the Book: ARC

Summary of the Book:

Marlena Oliveira has—mysteriously, miraculously—been given the power to heal all kinds of ailments. People around the world believe she is a saint. But her power comes at a price: she can’t go to school, she can’t have friends her own age, and she certainly can’t date.

Then she meets Finn, a boy who makes her want to fall in love. For the first time, she begins to doubt whether her gift is worth all that she must give up to keep it.

My Personal Review: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest reviews. I have read books like this before but not to this extent. I know that she feels like she has to live by a lot of rules and the one that seems to be the most challenging is the one to not fall in love. That is when she meets Finn and she knows that falling in love is against the rules, but who can deny the hear what it wants. There is so much going on in Marlena life and she does not even know about some it. She is healing people and believing she is doing the right this, but her mother is charging people to be healed. There is so much going on and topics touched. I don’t want to give away too much. I did enjoy reading this. Get it for yourselves. Happy reading. 

My Rating of the Book: 4 Stars

Review: Book: Pride- Ibi Zoboi

 

Title: Pride 

Series: Standalone

Author’s Name: Ibi Zoboi

Publisher: Balzer + Bray

Genre: Romance Retelling

Page Count: 304 Pages

ISBN: 9780062564078

Author or Book Website: http://ibizoboi.net/

Link to Amazon purchase page: Pride

Link to Goodreads: Pride

Release Date: September 18, 2018

How I Got the Book: ARC

Summary of the Book:

Zuri Benitez has pride. Brooklyn pride, family pride, and pride in her Afro-Latino roots. But pride might not be enough to save her rapidly gentrifying neighborhood from becoming unrecognizable.

When the wealthy Darcy family moves in across the street, Zuri wants nothing to do with their two teenage sons, even as her older sister, Janae, starts to fall for the charming Ainsley. She especially can’t stand the judgmental and arrogant Darius. Yet as Zuri and Darius are forced to find common ground, their initial dislike shifts into an unexpected understanding.

But with four wild sisters pulling her in different directions, cute boy Warren vying for her attention, and college applications hovering on the horizon, Zuri fights to find her place in Bushwick’s changing landscape, or lose it all.

My Personal Review: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. I know this story well for my sister is a huge fan of the original and being twins she had to tell me all about it. Now this version is well done and at times made my giggle to myself. It has all the classic touches of the original story with a little flavor added in. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would it. That is a good thing. I have really been in to re-tellings and remixes of the classic stories and this is one of the better ones. Grab a copy for yourself and happy reading. 

My Rating of the Book: 4 1/2 Stars

Review: Book: Kiss Me in Paris- Catherine Rider

 

Title: Kiss Me in Paris

Series: Standalone

Author’s Name: Catherine Rider

Publisher: Kids Can Press

Genre: YA

Page Count: 216 Pages

ISBN:  978-1771388672

Author or Book Website: N/A

Link to Amazon purchase page: Kiss Me in Paris

Link to Goodreads: Kiss Me in Paris

Release Date: September 4, 2018

How I Got the Book: ARC

Summary of the Book:

Serena has just flown all the way to Paris for a special pre-Christmas weekend with her sister, Lara. They plan to retrace the steps of their parents’ long-ago honeymoon in Paris, and create a scrapbook for their bereaved mother to remember it by.

It’s supposed to be serious sister bonding…until Lara takes off with her boyfriend instead.

Jean-Luc is Serena’s Plan B, a friend of a friend of Lara’s, who has some space in a place where Serena can stay. Just like his latest relationship, his photography final has been an epic fail. He has one night to retake all his pictures if he is to stay in school.

Jean-Luc can’t stand Serena’s loud voice or her bright orange sneakers.

Serena can’t stand his haughty manners or the way his camera is always in her face.

Together, though, they set out into a cold night that will warm their hearts, creating unforgettable photos and fresh romantic sparks in the City of Lights.

My Personal Review: I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. I read the other book by this author and it was sweet. I got the same feeling from this book. It is a sweet and cozy story. Going from strangers to a little more on while they are on a little adventure. This one through Paris. I would not be very happy if my sister left me in some other country all by myself. I would be so mad. Serena does not let it her completely down. She is trying to follow the most romantic moments of her parents’ honeymoon. But she seems to do all right for herself and figures out the right clicks for Jean-Luc along the way. You will have to read it to find out what I am talking about. Happy reading. 

My Rating of the Book: 4 1/2 Stars