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Jul 10, 2013 07:15PM
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Thanks Steph!!Week 6: dystopian:
Finished: 10/7/13
Stars: 5
Review:
Wouldn't you know it? Sat up late last night to finish this because I just had to (come on - we've all done it!) and then got an early morning phone call to go to work for an extra shift....D'oh!
Anyway for an zombie fan out there this series is a must read! I love it!! It follows Ash and her teammates who are immune to the zombie bite as they try to find a cure with some interesting developments along the way....
Week: 6
Shelf: Dystopian
Read: 10/7/13
Rating: ★★★★★
I had a really hard time putting this book down, it was so good! The writing was beautiful and the story dealt with a lot of ethical questions and dilemmas.
As far as Sandman knows, he's the last human on earth, living alongside a new breed of humans that seem to be superior in all ways: they are beautiful and flawless, peaceful, have no understanding of certain emotions (eg jealousy...), don't understand the concepts of racism and violence etc, have no sexual urges and no understanding of art, technology or religion.
Over the course of the story Sandman remembers how the fall of humanity came about and what he had to do with it.
There is no neat ending, instead, a lot of questions are left open for the reader to ponder.
I am very close to finishing my Dystopian book =)
Yay!!! Stephanie!!!!
Finished: 7/12/13
Shelf: Dystopian
3 stars
This wasn't a bad book, but it wasn't that great either.
The two female characters could have easily been one person. Bea is a bit pointless so far I think too. Quinn seems to be coming into himself nicely though.
The idea of the world isn't too far fetched, but everything just seems so simple. Kind of fluffy.
It was a super easy read, there just was something about it that fell kind of short for me.
Shelf: Dystopian
Delirium by Lauren Oliver
Finished 7-11-2013
★★★★
I didn't want to read this book. Dystopian isn't my favorite and I really wasn't in the mood for another YA novel. In the beginning you can see what's going to happen from a mile away. In the fog. At night.
The premise is that love is a disease and the cure is coming for our young leading lady just as her life is getting started.. She has spent her life trying to fit in to a life with seperation, no strong emotion and the promise of arranged marriage and a government selected job. Of course- she manages "catch the disease" and everthing starts to unravel.
However, I must admit to totally falling for this book. I became invested in the characters and it was vivid enough that i could remember feeling those "diseased" feelings for the first time. The changing relationship with her best friend really stood out for me. It felt very genuine.
It was shamefully DRAMATIC in a teenage way (a little corny) and the ending is one heck of a cliff hanger but thank goodness there is another one to read right away.
Just letting you all know I've just finished night shift and am off to bed. Will update and sort our new shelf when I get up :)
Hi everyone ;)I'll be reading
That's a really good one, Sandra! One of my favourite series :)
Yes, I'm enjoying it and it fits perfectly in Judith's Genre Monthly Challenge. Finally a bingo book that fits another challenge. Usually I have no trouble doing that, but this round it is as rare as hen's teeth :)
I'm really bad with challenges this year. I've only joined a few yearly ones and have hardly done any monthlies. Not sure why that is, the last of couple of years I've been challenge crazy!
I'm doing less this year as well. Not sure why either.
I think that I will read
or
or
It will depend on which one I can borrow. I spent my monthly book allowance pretty fast.
It's only mid month!
I'm leaning toward ultraviolet because the reviews are so good but I just said I've had it up to my ears with the YA novels.
updated! new stamp request in! Yay team!!!!!!for me this week -
Yay us!!!!!
Well I guess I am reading
I only have a few books on hand from this list, and I have had this one for a bit. I plan to pass this one on at work to other people, I just haven't bothered reading it yet. Heh.
CONGRATULATIONS, Reign of Assassins!You now have an updated BINGO card with a stamp on 'dystopian'.
[Your updated BINGO card can be viewed on page 1]
Good Job!! :D
Thanks, Steph!Lisa, Grimspace is a great book and a really good start to a series! I also loved Ultraviolet and I'm not a great fan of YA either.
Belinda and Stephanie, I'm really looking forward to your thought on your books. I plan on reading both of them very soon!
Thanks Steph!
Shelf: Aliens
16/7/13 ★★★★★
Jax just cannot take a trick. Promoted to "Ambassador" and sent to Vel's homeworld to broker a treaty with the xenophobic "bugs" (view spoiler)
So, she's biting her tongue, hoping not to stuff up and start a war, whilst trying to cope with Marsh's coldness. He's suffering PTSD after fighting a genocidal war on Lachion. But at least he's turned up just like he promised.
With all the action happening on Ithiss-Tor, this could of been a bit boring but AA has created a fascinating culture and people. We learn all kinds of things that all add to the menace of an insect-like people that think pinkies are weak and puny.
Meanwhile, in the rest of the universe, the Syndicate is gaining ground through good PR and nasty pirates and the Morgut are eating a few too many people in far out space-stations and ships. And the Conglomerate (ie the new political dudes) are losing ground.
Really enjoying this series.
I have the grim space books but am yet to start them. You ladies are making me want to move them up the TBR pile :)And thanks for the stamp steph!!
That's what we're here for Belinda *snicker* LOL
Been mighty quiet around here *crickets chirping*How's everyone's reading going?
Didn't mean to be quiet, was just totally in love with my book!
Shelf: Aliens
Finished: 7/17/13
5 stars!
I don't usually read books that involve aliens, so I was a little hesitant about reading one. However, I am glad I did. I absolutely loved this book. It kept me reading, I didn't want to put it down. I had to see where everything was going. It had action, romance, mystery...plot twists (though you could kind of see them coming). It was a fantastic read. I am kind of sorry it is over now.
Sorry guys, slow going for me. Ended up in hospital on Monday so lost a day of reading and was too zonked tues to really read. Trying to catch up but will probably finish late this week.....And I'm all good btw :)
Oh no, Belinda...glad you're ok though!My book is a little slow going, mainly because I got distracted by Lothaire. I'm trying to finish Old Man's War either tomorrow or Saturday.
Glad you loved it Stephanie, I've heard a few good reviews of that one, so I'm definitely adding it to the tbr. Sounds like you've been in the wars Belinda and I'm glad you're OK now.
Keep reading Kerstin. LOL. Distraction happens, especially with IAD.
It is YA, but it isn't too YA. If that makes any sense at all.
Yep, makes perfect sense.
Shelf: Aliens
Read: 19/7/13
Rating: ★★★
John Perry celebrates his 75th birthday by joining the army, not just any army, but the Colonial Defense Forces. The CDF is always in need of new (or more accurately, old) recruits to help their colonization efforts in space. Rumor has it that once the recruits have left Earth, the CDF is rejuvenating their bodies, though everyone is unclear how that feat could possibly be accomplished.
This was quite a quick read, but I have to say I didn't really connect with any of the characters. They were just not fleshed out enough for me and when some of them started dying, I didn't care all that much. The first part of the book was dedicated to preparing the new soldiers for their life in the CDF and after that we got to read about a few space battles. There was one scene that looked like it was going to be slightly more interesting, by introducing a character that actually questioned the CDF's methods and I was expecting morality issues etc to be discussed. That scene ended up very short and got the questioning character killed pretty quickly(to be fair it was his own fault). The plot line concerning John's 'wife' was finally something that really had me interested, but unfortunately not all that much time was spent on it, which I thought unfortunate.
There were some funny moments in this book, and it was a quick read but I'm not sure if I'll go with the series.
Hello All. Sorry for the silence this week. It was a pretty awful work week. Wish I was a farmer so I could work with plants instead of creepy people!I don't believe that I confirmed that I am reading
It's a little whackadoo but good. I'll be done tonight.
I'm a bit behind because I've been cheating on you.. I can't put down the downside ghost books. Oh, Chess, what a flawed and real character you are. Just messing up all over the place! Also, making me talk all crazy and it's driving my husband nuts.
Belinda, glad you are ok.
Lisa, I remember Ultraviolet to be a crazy roller-coaster ride, combining quite a few genres. Glad you're liking it.And I very much understand your cheating ways, I loved the Downside Ghosts series.
Kerstin wrote: "And I very much understand your cheating ways, I loved the Downside Ghosts series."
I avoided this series because people commented on it being sort of depressing and all the drug use. I can't believe how much I like it! I find myself lauging quite a bit and the drug use is sort of compelling. I like that it isn't glorified but real and gritty. I'm so bummed that I've finished all of them. Have you read her other demon series?
New Shelves, yes shelves. LOL. Paranormal Mix.Revised figures: 7 pages; 323 books
As you can see, the actual shelf is much smaller than it originally appears, so we have a second shelf for you as well. A book from either of these shelves can be used for the 'paranormal mix' shelf!
paranormal mix or paranormals
I'll be reading
which I have from the library ;)
Shelf: Aliens
Ultraviolet
Finished 7-19-2013
★★★
I really enjoyed this book. Our Heroine finds her self in a desperate situation. She believes that she has violently murdered. The point of view gives you a glimpse of what it might be like to be mentally ill . The setting inside a mental hospital feels very real. I appreciated every detail and feeling.
This book seriously had a bit of everything: sci-fi twist, romance, mystery, drama and it was a bit of a thriller.
What really fascinated me and inticed me to pick this book was the descriptions of synesthesia. I had no idea what it was. I think that I might have enjoyed this book a bit more if I had not known what to expect from the shelf listing. I was waiting the whole time for the twist at the end. Nevertheless..This book was original and a real pleasure to read.
Thanks once again for posting shelf links Sandra!!!I'm 75% thru my aliens book and will pick a paranormal book later today and update everything while I'm at it ;)
;) No worries Belinda, I like to know what I need to read next. LOL.
Sandra wrote: "I'll be reading which I have from the library ;)"Sandra, that book makes me sad. I loved that series.. I just really loved every crazy charater. Can't wait to hear your opinion - because everybody has one. I've never seen such a reaction to a series ender (maybe the Soprano's but I don't think that counts).
I'll be reading
for the Paranormal shelf
Lisa wrote: "I avoided this series because people commented on it being sort of depressing and all the drug ... Have you read her other demon series? "No, I haven't yet, but I plan to in the near future. I've heard good things about it though.
I am going to read
for Paranormals. It is all they way out on page 38 or so...
week 7: aliens -
finished 21/7/13
stars: 2 & half
review:
Kitty annoys me - really, REALLY annoys me! she somehow seems to forget she's hot, or doesn;t actually realise...howwever all the boys in her team and complete strangers swoon over her whilst she's getting ready to marry martini and checking out all the other hot guys.....hmmmmm.....not what you should be doing while planning a wedding....
there were a couple of funny moments that saved this book and some of the other characters were entertaining. i'm in two minds whether to continue on with this series and my husband adores this series.
updated and aliens stamp requested!!!
Belinda, its one of those series where either you love it or you just want it to go away. LOL. I personally love it but I can certainly see how some people just don't.And Yay!!! Another stamp!
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