Beautiful Darkness- Sophomore suspense

Beautiful Darkness by Kami Garcia

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Three, Two, One WOW. This books was as good as the first. My fault is that I try really hard to figure out what is being set up as a suprise plot twist in the story. With this book I totally missed alot until the autors would have me know it and I just wasn't thinking as detailed as the world they created it. One thing I don't understand is how so many fans of this book can become so enamoured with John B when there is really so little to be known about him. This is the best plot tease to leave a reader wanting more in the next book. I have true feelings of angst for these characters and the unknowing of almost every part of this book. I reviewed BC in audio and moved right on to BD in print. I have started BD in audio and love that they kept the narrator. These books are true sothern gothic drama and a very enjoyable read.



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The Journey-The Gardian's of Gahool - 2nd slow but leading up to something

The Journey by Kathryn Lasky

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


I found this book to pace a lot slower that the first book in the series but it does seem to be building to something bigger beyond this book. I read that the first three books are what has been made into the movie. Having read the first two I am going to go see the movie before it leave and then do the third later. This books are a good safe easy read for younger readers and I have read from others that Ms. Lasky's new wolf series is really good too.



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Vordak the Incomprehensible- Comedic Villian Relief for young peeps

How to Grow Up and Rule the World, by Vordak the Incomprehensible by Scott Seegert

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I read this book along with my 12yo son, for his book report. I found the book cute and typically young boy oriented. My son who doesn't necessarily like to read like this book and said it was really funny. He also really like the comedy in the artwork. This books would make a great gift for young boys.



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Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick Stepping up the volume

Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


If I would have had the time I could have sat and devoured this book in one sitting. Becca has a skill of tempting her reader as the story goes. Giving just enough to make you jump to conclusions but not enough to be convinced you are right. It's like riding the archangel rollercoaster, steady suspense and quick drop action and then back to steady suspense and so it goes. I always hope sophomore books are as good as their predecessors but in this case I think it was better. I believe because we already know the characters and can accept their actions more freely. I really loved Vee in this book but am really curious to know how she will justify what happened in this book in the next book. And just how long do I have to wait? Now I know that getting the ARC sprinting through it just make for a longer wait, but still this book is a fantastic read.



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The Capture by Kathryn Lasky- Thrilling beginning to a bigger adventure.

The Capture by Kathryn Lasky

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


I honestly just got the books to read them before seeing the movie. After reading this first volume I really hope the film makers do it justice. I really liked this book and will encourage my son to read it. The main characters had very distinct voices and suported the plot well. There were a few times I felt I never really got to know a minor character or that things just moved to fast with that character to understand the intent or motive from them but overall all it was a good story that kept moving forward. There are also just enough hanging threads of questions to tempt the reader on to the next volume.



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Clockwork Angel by Cassandra- Typical source of Awesome

Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


I LOVE this author and ALL her books and this one is no exception. Ms Clare has a gift for writing battles, suspense, snarky come backs, cocky attitude and just when you think you have it figured out you don't. If you like victorian mixed with fantasy this book is for you. Go read it and then whine about waiting for Clockwork Prince to come out like the rest of us.



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Half Magic by Edward Eager - Is all good to read with kids

Half Magic by Edward Eager

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


This book was a very enjoyable middle age read. I read this book at the same time as my son read it for a book report. The idea and well thought out plotting of granting half wishes made for a perfect read. I also really liked that hidden moral of actions have consequences and becareful what you wish for. This is a perfect read for parents to enjoy with younger children too. One of my favorite author's recommended this book to me and I'm so glad I bought it and was able to share and enjoy it with my son.



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