Thursday, December 02, 2010

Review: Hex Hall

Written by Joanna on 11:14 AM with No comments

Hex Hall by Rachel Hawkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

oooh! I LOVE IT!!!
Sophie is one funny, sarcastic character! I like her a lot.
Sophie kinda reminds me of Evie in Paranormalcy, also Evernight, what with the whole Archer and Sophie thing.

What I like about this book...
well, first, it has some spunk. lol. I really like Sophie. Her character is strong, funny and sarcastic. She's also kind of weird, she says. She's a loyal friend and she loves her mother. I feel sorry for her about not knowing anything about her father and not even meeting him in person. But well, she really handled it pretty well. AND to have a vampire best friend, now that is just brave. :)I like that she's powerful but she doesn't know anything about it, let alone use it. :) Also I like how she thinks. She's a little crazy sometimes that I just can't help but laugh while reading.

Archer, i really like that boy. i mean he's like this boy next door who's funny and easy to talk to. I love him. :) I understand why Sophie can't help but have a crush on him. I mean any guy who's like that and is paying attention to you, it's hard not get attracted. Not to mention he's REALLY good looks.

The vampire best friend, i like her supportive self.
Elodie and her coven, lol kind of like mean girls. I like how they are the meanies in that school, but it's irritating too. I am not gonna elaborate anymore because well it's irritates me just by thinking about them.

Cal, i thought something might go on with them and Sophie. lol He's a JOCK! so i thought you know... something romantic. lol

what i want to know now after reading the book...
spoiler alert

i want to know what will happen to Sophie and Archer! yes! what will happen to their love relationship. after their last encounter, i think it won't be an easy reunion.
Will Sophie go through Removal????
what about her demon self??

oooh can't wait! :)
5 STARS!!!!

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Review: As You Wish

Written by Joanna on 11:54 AM with No comments

As You Wish by Jackson Pearce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My first thoughts while/after reading this is that, "wow, this book reminded me of If You Could See Me Now by Cecelia Ahern" and "Ooooh! a genie!!"

I love this story. Why? Well, it's because it's a story about making you feel good and making you move on. It's about dealing on how you'll get through will all the hurt and pain that you experience. It's about loss and feeling alive and whole again.

I love that both Viola and Jinn's point of view are shown in the book. That way it makes it more interesting. :) How their feelings for each other changed and developed into something more.

wiiii! 4stars!

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Review: Saving Juliet

Written by Joanna on 11:57 AM with No comments

Saving Juliet by Suzanne Selfors
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

WOW. Romeo and Juliet story with a modern twist. I LOVE IT.
i mean first of all, some might say it sabotaged the original story, but for me, it's really good! I actually enjoyed reading it.

The story is about obedience and standing up for yourself. Also about how society shapes you, And of course love. :)
Mimi was controlled by her mother and what society dictates her for a long time,yes she was pressured and I can't help feeling sorry for her because she's must do what she is told. Same thing with Juliet and her mother. Juliet Capulet's life was being run by her mother and she can't do anything about it because no matter what she do her mother always wins. BUT then because of Mimi all of that has changed. for the better. :)

Troy is the same as Mimi, i mean he has his own image to uphold. Thing is, due to that, someone got hurt in the process. also due to that self attitude, he was able to give the wrong signals to the girl that he like and crazy about. :)

Romeo, romeo, wherefore art though Romeo? lol. anyway, Romeo is really DEPRESSED in this book. I mean I never read the original book so maybe he really is liked that before he met Juliet. He's so soft and vulnerable. a ROMANTIC i might add. I love it all the same. When he first gazed at Juliet it was like boom! "I love that girl." lol. I know it's not likely possible or realistic but then maybe to some people it could really happen like that. IDK, never experienced it myself.

i like Mimi's crush on Benvolio at the beginning until that horrible scene happened. UGH! i thought it might play well, i mean I like Troy to be with Mimi, but another guy to make him jealous couldn't hurt right? but then it all went downhill thanks to that awful thing that Benvolio did. gr..

my question is this, what would you do if you saw Romeo staring at you? or if you just happen to lay your eyes on Romeo in the flesh?
my answer? i don't really know, i might just stare in awe and wait until I stopped feeling the excitement that might come pouring out of me. :)

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Review: Reaper

Written by Joanna on 11:49 AM with No comments

Reaper by Rachel Vincent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Since I'm playing favorites, and due to my undying love for Tod Hudson this novella deserves 5stars! :)

first of all, it's so nice to see Tod's perspective and how much he loves his mother and his brother. I love how he's always calculating and doesn't do something in a total rush. He's a good boy with ordinary faults. Being able to give up his life for his brother is another quality that makes him a wonderful person or should I say reaper. :) The way he cares for his mother is another big thing. *sighs* i love him. :) yes I am completely smitten and swooning right now. :)

however, I can't remember if he mentioned the "incident" to Nash in the other books. I guess I should read again..... or maybe Nash will find out in the 5th book? my gosh I am so excited!

also!!!!!!!! SPOILER ALERT

OMG!!!!!!!!! Tod found Kaylee first!!!!!!!!!!!!
does this mean anything???? seriously! and Kaylee saw him too!!!!! Even though they can't remember it on the 1st book, or maybe only Kaylee doesn't remember considering her state of mind at that time....OMG!!!!!!!!!!!
please tell me that these two are destined to be together! although I don't how that could be possible considering the reaper thing. BUT hell! what does this mean??? They saw each other first. :) i am so giddy right now, I wanna get my claws--errm I mean hands on the 5th book! If I Die!!! :)

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Review: My Soul to Steal

Written by Joanna on 11:12 AM with No comments

My Soul to Steal by Rachel Vincent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

MY FAVORITE BOOK IN THE SERIES. :)
WONDERFUL STORY! Bittersweet, heartfelt and very painful! I LOVE IT!

I really like this book compared to the other 3. This one has a lot of emotions that continue to play in and out of my head. It actually bothers me a lot because of how Kaylee keeps on getting hurt. I really really pity her in this book. I mean c'mon! She feels like she's not wanted by the people around her! Feeling unwanted sounds really painful and every time her fears are being described in the book I can't help myself to feel sorry for her.

Another one, Nash. Nash is also hurting. I know, he did some unforgivable things but that doesn't mean he's not sorry. He's saying he loves Kaylee, but how come he gave up his memories of her in the third book? (and other matters that I am not going to mention because it may contain spoilers) However, I can't help myself to shout at Nash, "WHO'S it gonna be Nash!!?? Kaylee or Sabine!?!"

Tod, is a different matter all together. From the first book, I was actually in love with him! gosh I love you Tod! Marry me! :)i want you reaper! i need you! LOL
anyway, he said some things here that really hurt Kaylee, not him hurting her literally, but some of his perspectives regarding Nash, Kaylee and Sabine. I don't know if he's saying that for the sake of his brother, for the sake of Kaylee's emotions or for HIM. (yes, i think it may be his intentions as well...i'm still suspecting here... but i really WISH my suspicions are true. :)
Another matter about Tod, well, I THINK he's having feelings for Kaylee. as in not just a "friend" but in a different level. see here...
***SPOILERS***
****Tod and Kaylee moments.****

(I LOVE THIS!!!!)
His fingers wrapped around mine loosely, then squeezed, and I thought I saw the slightest swirling of colors in his eyes.
My pulse leapt and I blinked, breaking eye contact, then blinked again, confused by what I'd almost seen.
Tod stared at me for just a second longer, then shook his head, and his ironic grin was back.
~~~
(does this mean anything????? i REALLY think it does!)
Kaylee: "Wouldn't you be mad if I told you to give up on someone you love? Just... hand her over to someone who doesn't even deserve her?"
Tod gave me a strange, sad look I couldn't interpret, and the blues in his irises shifted subtlety before he got control on them. "Yes I guess I would."
~~~~
(my favorite part!)
Then strong, warm arms wrapped around me from behind. "I've got you," Tod whispered in my ear, as Avari charged us.

I don't know if these meant anything at all or they are just simple gestures. BUT c'mon!!!! i LOVE THEM TOGETHER!!! :) This book hurt me to much I don't care if Nash ended up with Sabine! :( soooo I'm sticking with TOD! :)
but how can someone have a happy ending with a reaper? hmmmmm.

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Review: The Iron Daughter

Written by Joanna on 11:47 AM with No comments

The Iron Daughter by Julie Kagawa
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book totally made me cry!
Try feeling rejected, abandoned and received cold-treatment from the person you're in love with!
that's just so depressing. it's really painful!

all in all, WONDERFUL story! never fails to amaze me. :)

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Review: Always a Witch

Written by Joanna on 12:19 PM with No comments

Always a Witch by Carolyn MacCullough
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The book Always a Witch is a really interesting book. I love the plot just like the first book. It's exciting and the characters felt real. I like how it's so easy to read it and feel the excitement of how it's being narrated. Tamsin the main protag never seize to amaze me. I like how she thinks and acts on her own. Her bravery is really admirable. I, myself can see how selfless she is, even though it's also obvious how hard it is for her to give up on things and people that she also wants and cares for. Her great sacrifice is really something to be majorly proud of. It's hard to decide something great like what she did in this book, and for that I can really say, "You go girl!" Another thing that I like is her relationship with Gabriel. I like how they just connect, undertsand and love each other. They are so solid, i can cry myself due to envious thoughts. (kidding)

The story is really great. I do hope for another book, because I really want to know what will happen next to Tamsin, Gabriel and the Greene family.

5stars!

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Review: Just the Sexiest Man Alive

Written by Joanna on 11:53 AM with No comments

Just the Sexiest Man Alive by Julie James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

LOVELY!
it's kind of hard to believe that an international movie star will fall in love with an ordinary girl, but this book worked for me!
Julie James never fails to make me laugh and feel the romantic mood that this book wants its readers to feel. awesome book! this book made me blush(i think), it made me feel that Jason Andrews is talking to me or something like that. Taylor Donovan on the other hand is an amazing character! That lawyer has spunk and girl power. i like how she's bossy and in command all the time. well except with with dealing with her romantic feelings. Also, i like how Jason is vulnerable when it comes to Taylor. It's really... uhmmm...worth reading. :)
if you want to smile and laugh and feel the "love-is-in-the-air" vibe, this is the book for you! :)

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Review: Radiance

Written by Joanna on 1:02 PM with No comments

Radiance by Alyson Noel
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

i really think it's a nice story. a simple one at that. :)

i like Riley's character she's very outspoken. lol I like the way she keeps on insulting Bodhi and making fun of him. But what I like most about her is that she feels, as in really feels all the things that are very hurtful to feel for a twelve year old dead girl. What hurts is that she cannot do anything but just fully move on and accept what her new life or dead life is now. I love how she loves Ever so much that she doesn't want to part with her. But for Ever and her sake she has to be brave about moving on to the after life. She still feels sad about leaving the living world, but was able to make some realizations that help her deal with what she is now. Being a soul-catcher is kinda cool anyway.

I like Bodhi. He wasn't really given enough to express his character but I like the way she and Riley became friends. I thought those two will like end up together or something; but then Riley's only twelve. lol. so maybe in the next book? when they grow on each other some more. :)

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Review: Deeply, Desperately

Written by Joanna on 12:20 PM with No comments

Deeply, Desperately by Heather Webber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

have i mentioned that Sean Donahue is the guy that i've been wanting for MY life? lol

i find the story light and easy to read. i'm not saying i'm complaining. i actually love it. so much!

this book cracks me up. and makes me all gooey inside. (because of Lucy's and Sean's growing relationship.)
I really like Lucy Valentine's character. she has a lot of goodness inside her and it makes her character really likable.
Sean Donahue on the other hand is such a sweetheart! i love him!
these two are really perfect for each other. i must say. :)
these two tease and flirt with each other in a very sexy way that i also want for myself. lol and that's really saying something.

just like the first book, i like the story of this one too. Especially the friendship that Lucy has with Preston(the very nosy writer). The progress of the Lost Love of Valentines, Inc. How the characters have grown, namely, AIDEN(the police officer), Raphael and Em and Marisol.
I also like the newcomer, Cutter McCutchan.

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Review: Falling for Romeo

Written by Joanna on 11:16 AM with No comments

Falling for Romeo by Jennifer Laurens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

think, Pride and Prejudice mixed with Romeo and Juliet.
I LOVE IT!
it's sweet. very teen-ish and adorable. Teen love is so cute.
love-hate, hot and cold. it's sooooo endearing. :)

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Book COntest!

Written by Joanna on 5:17 PM with 1 comment

WIN SEA by HEIDI KLING!

http://agoodaddiction.blogspot.com/2010/06/awesome-release-day-contest-3-heidi.html

Book Contests!!

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The ALL IN Giveaway

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Personal Demons June COntes!

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Itunes funtusteek. :))

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1.) IF SOMEONE SAYS 'ARE YOU OKAY', YOU SAY?
Gives you hell! (Glee) ------ LOL! when i see my face hope it gives you hell! LOL
2.) HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF?
Jealous guy. (Casey James) -------- WTH! :)))) I am certainly NOT a GUY! :)))
3.)WHAT DO YOU LIKE IN A GUY/GIRL?
Cowboy Casanova. (Carrie Underwood) ----------Wow may ganon. i like. :))))
4.) HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY?
I Got You (Leona Lewis) ------ oh yeah i got you. :)))
5.) WHAT IS YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE?
The Kill (30 Seconds to Mars) WAHAHAHHAHA! VIOLENT NGA AKO MY GOSH!
6.)WHAT'S YOUR MOTTO?
Hello Seattle (Owl City) hahha! somedat pupunta akong Seattle?
7.) WHAT DO YOUR FRIENDS THINK OF YOU?
Where Are You Now? (Honor Society) ----HHAHA! may time na ganyan ung iniisip nila sa kin. :))
8.) WHAT DO YOUR PARENTS THINK OF YOU?
If Today Was Your Last Day (Nickelback) GRABE NAMAN! :)))
9.) WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT VERY OFTEN?
You’ve Got A Way (Aaron Kelly). -----hmmmmm. yeeeeeeeeee.
10.) WHAT IS 2+2?
Hello, Goodbye! (Glee) HAHAHAHAH! usually aanswer ako. pero minsan hndi. :))
11.) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR BEST FRIEND?
Gotta be Somebody (Nickelback) ------- di ko gets. :))
12.) WHAT IS YOUR LIFE STORY?
Umbrella Beach (Owl CIty) ---- what? :|
13.) WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?
The Bird and The Worm (Owl City) ---- WHAT??????? HAHAHA!
14.)WHAT DO YOU THINK WHEN YOU SEE THE PERSON YOU LIKE?
Tell Me Something I Don’t Know (Selena Gomez) --------- hahaha! oo syempre. :)
15.) WHAT WILL YOU DANCE TO AT YOUR WEDDING?
Empire State of Mind (Jay-Z feat Alicia Keys) ------wuuuuuuu! party!!! :))))
16.) WHAT WILL THEY PLAY AT YOUR FUNERAL?
Cave In (Owl City) --- what? why?
17.) WHAT IS YOUR HOBBY/INTEREST?
End of The Summer (Theory of a Deadman) ---- GANON?
18.)WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST FEAR?
Time for Miracles (Adam Lambert) ---- HAHAH! FEAR ko un???? BAKIT???
19.) WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SECRET?
Missing (Evanescense) ---- di ko gets. :))
20.)WHAT DO YOU WANT RIGHT NOW?
Soaked (Adam Lambert)---- HAHAHAHAH soaked? ako? :)))
21.) WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR FRIENDS?
Try (Asher Book) --- EH?
22.)WHAT WILL YOU NAME THIS NOTE?
Come Back When You Can (Barcelona)

Review: Spirit Bound

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Spirit Bound by Richelle Mead
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

just finished reading this book. Vampire Academy 5: Spirit Bound!

gaaaaaaaaaaah! i don’t intend to spoil anyone… but well, you can’t stop me. and as if you will be reading this post anyway. and if you are. well HELLO! lol

Christian and Lissa are back together. YEAH!
Adrian is as sweet and as gentle and as loving as ever. (or maybe i’m bias)
Abe is the father that i want him to be for Rose! yeah! go Zmey!
Dimitri is Dimitri again THANK GOD. i still love him! but then it’s kind of hard to see or rather read the way he’s treating Rose/Roza.
I know for sure that that “Love fades, mine has” line of him is NOT true at all. considering how he defended Rose among the royal guards. and how he’s there in Rose’s hearing. and well almost EVERYTHING he did actually……( i don’t even know what i am saying.)

THE BOOK IS INTENSE though. it made me cry! and that’s saying something. because i don’t usually cry over books. well, not really. :)))

DECEMBER 2010! VA: THE LAST SACRIFICE!!! the FINAL BOOK! :D

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