![]() ![]() It definitely stayed consistent in its quality, and I always found myself enthralled in the world which Faizal created. That being said, I also read the second book, “We Free the Stars,” and it was just as amazing as “We Hunt the Flame.” So I was a little surprised to see nothing about “We Free the Stars.” It wasn’t that kind of series where the storyline falls off or becomes repetitive after multiple books. The fact that this book is the first of two is never advertised on BookTok, so boy oh boy was I confused when I came to the end on a cliffhanger, only to find out there is a whole other book. Also, just the cost of investing in a book series is definitely something that I know people may like to know in advance before starting a book. People may have opinions on the amount of time they are willing to invest into a series, and I totally get that. First off, a warning, this book is a part of a duology. ![]() ![]() Like, if I could marry a book, I would marry this one. Hopefully, my opinion of these books will help you decide whether it should be your next read. ![]() Warning: I am extremely biased in what I read, and I’m a sucker for Young Adult Fantasy books with a good enemies-to-lovers trope. In this column, I will be reviewing books that are either really hyped up by TikTok or given really poor reviews. I do, however, have Instagram reels, which is basically TikTok but three weeks behind. It’s a bit ironic that I’m the one writing this column considering I don’t have TikTok on my phone. ![]()
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![]() Michael Lewis’s book, on which the film was based, definitely has its entertaining, tearful, inspiring moments. It’s due out Februfrom Gotham Books, an imprint of Penguin. ![]() ![]() The story of Michael Oher – a massive young man estranged from his addict mother, his dysfunctional siblings, and lost to the welfare system, who has been blessed with immeasurable athletic talent – and his relationship with the wealthy Tuohy family of Memphis, Tenn., works better on film in this case than on the pages.īut if read you must (readers unite!), then might I suggest you wait a few months for I Beat the Odds: From Homelessness to The Blind Side and Beyond, a memoir by none other than Michael Oher himself. I rarely ever say this: skip the book, and go see the film version of The Blind Side (which got Sandra Bullock her much-deserved Oscar win). ![]() ![]() ![]() He delves into harrowing accounts of cannibalism-some officially documented, others the stuff of speculation. ![]() Aaron Mahnke invites us to the desolate Pine Barrens of New Jersey, where the notorious winged, red-eyed Jersey Devil dwells. In this illustrated volume, the host of the hit podcast Lore serves as a guide on a fascinating journey through the history of these terrifying creatures, exploring not only the legends but what they tell us about ourselves. Yet no matter how wary and jaded we have become, as individuals or as a society, a part of us remains vulnerable to them: werewolves and wendigos, poltergeists and vampires, angry elves and vengeful spirits. They're spoken of in stories and superstitions, relics of an unenlightened age, old wives' tales, passed down through generations. "They live in shadows-deep in the forest, late in the night, in the dark recesses of our minds. "The first book in a three-volume collection, The World of Lore : Monstrous Creatures shares the incredible true stories that inspired the legends of famous monsters, from werewolves to wendigo to the Jersey Devil". ![]() ![]() ![]() With each new foray by Ramsland (previously noted for celebrating Anne Rice in several books) into the unknown, we are treated to fascinating insights into the personalities and motivations of people who might well be the world's most devoted fans of Rice's supernatural melodramas. What the story might lack in integrity, it more than makes up for in sheer strangeness. The book traces her circuitous route through AOL chat rooms, Paris's underground tunnels, and any number of goth and "vampyre" clubs, pursuing leads and hunches that seem to materialize from thin air. While that story line ultimately sees less light than the vampires themselves, Ramsland's rambunctious, rambling tales of nightclubbing, international travel, and meticulous wardrobe selection among the creatures of the night provide ample entertainment. Katherine Ramsland sets Piercing the Darkness up as a story about Susan Walsh, a wannabe journalist who mysteriously disappeared while researching "real" vampires. ![]() ![]() So when Ragweed is scooped up by the sinister owl, Mr. The underlying messages, to challenge unjust authority and to rely on logic and belief in oneself, are palatably blended with action and suspense.” – School Library JournalPoppy knew she was taking a risk following her beloved Ragweed to Bannock Hill, but a night of dancing with the handsome golden mouse was just too tempting. It’s a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom.”This exciting story is richly visual. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. ![]() The story is accompanied by inviting illustrations from Caldecott Medal-winning artist Brian Floca. Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Winner ALA Notable Book ALA Booklist Editors’ Choice * School Library Journal Best BookIn the second book in the Tales of Dimwood Forest by Newbery Medal-winning author Avi, a tiny deer mouse named Poppy dares to stand up to a tyrannical owl. ![]() ![]() ![]() As a certified night owl, coffee and a wicked sense of humor keep him going most days, as does playing with flavors in the kitchen.Īs a gay man, he believes in writing about what you know whenever possible his stories come from the heart and with a dose of humor thrown in. To stay up-to-date with new releases and grab some FREE stories, sign up for his author newsletter here: Romeo Alexander lives in Michigan, USA, with his dog and two cats. ![]() As a contemporary MM romance author, Romeo truly believes love can heal all wounds. His characters grapple with relationships, emotions, and real-world issues, good and bad, using their hearts as a guiding compass to get their all-important happy ever after. As a gay man, he believes in writing about what you know whenever possible his stories come from the heart and with a dose of humor thrown in. ![]() ![]() As a certified night owl, coffee and a wicked sense of humor keep him going most days, as does playing with flavors in the kitchen. Romeo Alexander lives in Michigan, USA, with his dog and two cats. ![]() ![]() My life was too complicated for such a great guy. So what did I do to repay him for his kindness? I waited until he was in the shower, then ghosted him. Did I mention he also did my laundry while I slept? Definitely too good to be true. He was also funny, smart, and surprisingly down-to-earth for a man who wore $700 shoes. ![]() Donovan wasn’t just handsome with a panty-dropping voice. Coffee led to dinner, dinner led to dessert, and dessert led to spending an entire weekend together. ![]() He got me to admit that I’d snooped in his bag and then convinced me to make it up to him by letting him buy me coffee. ![]() The man holding my luggage was absolutely gorgeous, and we had an immediate spark. ![]() Turned out, it wasn’t just his voice that was sexy. A deep, velvety voice answered, and as luck would have it, he had my suitcase, too.ĭonovan and I met at a coffee shop to do the exchange. You see, I’d gone away for a few days, and in my haste to get out of the airport, I’d grabbed the wrong suitcase.Īfter checking out the expensive footwear and tailored clothes, I dialed the number on the luggage tag hoping maybe Mister Big Spender might have my bag. A sexy new stand-alone from number one New York Times best seller Vi Keeland.īefore I even met Donovan Decker, I knew his shoe size. ![]() ![]() ![]() Save How Octopuses Upend What We Know About Ourselves: I’ve spent the past few months on an octopus kick. It’s an investigation not only into the lives and minds of octopuses but also into the relationsh by The Ezra Klein Show In 2015 she published the dazzling book “The Soul of an Octopus,” which became a finalist for the National Book Award in nonfiction. Sy Montgomery is a naturalist and the author of dozens of books on animals. We are starting to be smart enough to ask the question: How smart are octopuses? And what are their lives like? ![]() But the incomprehensible objects below do not. I suspect it’s the same hunger that leaves many of us yearning to know aliens: How do radically different minds work? What is it like to be a truly different being living in a similar world? The flying objects above remain unidentified. Octopuses (it’s incorrect to say “octopi,” to my despair) are having a moment: There are award-winning books, documentaries and even science fiction about them. How Octopuses Upend What We Know About Ourselves: I’ve spent the past few months on an octopus kick. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() JONAS treks back to Mytica with a plan to overtake Amara, but fate takes hold when he runs into the beautiful Princess Lucia and joins her on her perilous journey.ĪMARA has taken the Mytican throne, but with no way to unleash the water magic trapped within her stolen crystal, she'll never be able to seize glory and get sweet revenge. Her powers are dwindling as she goes forth to fulfill a prophecy that will keep her baby safe. Book Condition: Good Click here to learn more about Book Conditions. LUCIA, pregnant with the child of a Watcher, has escaped the clutches of the unhinged fire god. MAGNUS and CLEO are forced to test the strength of their love when Gaius returns to Mytica claiming he's no longer the King of Blood but a changed man seeking redemption. and prove that not even the purest of love stands a chance against the strongest of magic. ![]() An epic clash between gods and mortals threatens to tear Mytica apart. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The very few clues from Jess's dream lead the kids into Disney's Hollywood Studios and Epcot-through imaginary worlds that become real, by imaginary kids who are real. Concerned Wayne has been abducted by the Overtakers-Disney villains, who along with other Disney characters, take over the parks when the turnstiles stop spinning, and want desperately to steer the parks to a far darker place-the five kids pick up a major clue from a close friend, Jess, whose dreams (nightmares, really) often accurately predict the future. With the adventures set forth in the first books now behind them, Kingdom Keepers 3: Disney In Shadow follows the five teens, Finn, Philby, Willa, Charlene, and Maybeck as they search to find Wayne, their mentor and head Imagineer who has mysteriously gone missing. ![]() From award-winning author, Ridley Pearson comes book 3 in the best-selling series, Kingdom Keepers now with a new cover and new content! ![]() |