October 31, 2014

Vampire Academy Gala: The Favorites Game

Vampire Academy Gala: The Favorites Game
Like I've done with Rachel  on previous events we collaborated on, we're sharing our favorites  - what we loved best about the Vampire Academy  series. We both did our best to keep these things spoiler-free, except perhaps for the part where we share our favorite scenes and quotes. Book : I thi…

October 30, 2014

Vampire Academy Gala: A Movie Rant

Vampire Academy Gala: A Movie Rant
We've been focused on talking about the six books of the Vampire Academy  series for the past few days, so Rachel & I thought it was high time we move to a different medium for the series today. We're chatting - well, more like ranting  about the Vampire Academy  movie that came out last …

October 29, 2014

Vampire Academy Gala: Blood Promise, Spirit Bound & Last Sacrifice - Richelle Mead

Vampire Academy Gala: Blood Promise, Spirit Bound & Last Sacrifice - Richelle Mead
And we're back today with our reviews of books four to six in the Vampire Academy  series! Honestly, if you've not read the books, I can promise  that there are really no spoilers here. I just tell you my general thoughts - and they're all really good . Honestly, these three books were fa…

October 28, 2014

Vampire Academy Gala: Vampire Academy, Frostbite & Shadow Kiss - Richelle Mead

Vampire Academy Gala: Vampire Academy, Frostbite & Shadow Kiss - Richelle Mead
Today, Rachel & I are teaming up to review the first three books of the Vampire Academy  series! In the first three, we're introduced to the main players of the books, settled comfortably into their world and then, pardon my French, the shit hits the fan. Even though I would say that the fi…

October 27, 2014

Vampire Academy Gala (+ Giveaway)

Vampire Academy Gala (+ Giveaway)
Welcome to the  Vampire Academy Gala ! Rachel & I are teaming up for another week-long celebration, this time for the Vampire Academy  series. And Vampire Academy  was another winner for us! We were both really hesitant about starting the series because (1) so much hype surrounds this series and (…

October 26, 2014

Stacking the Shelves (14): An Endless Supply of Books

Stacking the Shelves (14): An Endless Supply of Books
I really did intend to film a vlog, but life was asking to be lived and so you're getting photos of my recent haul. Now, bear in mind, it's been about a month since the last Stacking the Shelves  post, which is why I've acquired a ton of books! I'm actually really excited to share t…

October 24, 2014

The TBR Tag

The TBR Tag
My friends Andi  & Sarah  tagged me to do The TBR Tag ! It's been ages since I've done a fun post like this, so I'll be sharing my answers with you today. The TBR Tag  was created by Rachel  & Dana in an effort to make sure we bloggers stay on top of our piles of books to be read!  Ho…

October 23, 2014

Snow Like Ashes - Sara Raasch

Snow Like Ashes - Sara Raasch
Snow Like Ashes by Sara Raasch Series: Snow Like Ashes #1 Publisher: Balzer + Bray Publication Date: October 14, 2014 Source/Format: Edelweiss (Thanks!) || e-galley [I received this book from the publisher. This in no way affects my review.] Sixteen years ago the Kingdom of Winter was conquered and its ci…

October 22, 2014

Roomies - Sara Zarr & Tara Altebrando

Roomies - Sara Zarr & Tara Altebrando
Roomies  by Sara Zarr & Tara Altebrando Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Publication Date: December 24, 2013 Source/Format: Borrowed from Rachel ( Thanks! ) || ARC When East Coast native Elizabeth receives her freshman-year roommate assignment, she shoots off an e-mail to coordinate th…

October 21, 2014

Zac and Mia - A.J. Betts

Zac and Mia - A.J. Betts
Zac and Mia  by A.J. Betts Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers Publication Date: September 2, 2014 Source/Format: BEA 2014 ( Thanks! ) || ARC [I received this book for review from the publisher. This in no way affects the thoughts expressed in my review.] "When I was little I believed in Jesus and …

October 20, 2014

The Monday Mix (35)

The Monday Mix (35)
Well, well, well, it's been ages  since I was able to do The Monday Mix ! I'm sure most of you know how much I enjoy sharing the link love, whether here or on Twitter, so I'm happy to be bringing it back this week. Hopefully, this becomes a more regular feature again, as there are some r…

October 19, 2014

Since You've Been Gone - Anouska Knight

Since You've Been Gone - Anouska Knight
Since You've Been Gone  by Anouska Knight Publisher: Harlequin HQN Publication Date: July 29, 2014 Source/Format: Netgalley ( Thanks Harlequin! ) || e-galley [I received this book for review from the publisher. This in no way affects the thoughts expressed in my review.] In one tragic moment, Holly Jef…