Genre: YA Sci-fi
Lakewater Press
Summary:
Bethany should be dead, just like the doctors predicted. But along came the butterflies, altering the order of nature.
And now nature is hell bent on revenge.
Because when fate's path is disrupted, it's only a matter of time before balance must be restored.
About the Author
Rebecca Carpenter is a native of western Colorado. She is married with two grown children and has been blessed with four amazing grandchildren. She owns and directs a large childcare center where she shares her love for books. In her spare time, she freelances as a copy editor, helping others attain their writing dreams. She finds solace and clarity while spending time with her husband exploring the beautiful mountains of Colorado.
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Title: The Coupling (The Letting #2)
Author: Cathrine Goldstein Publication Date: February 15th 2016 Publisher: The Wild Rose Press Genre: YA, Dystopia My Rating: 3.25/5 stars The Letting on Goodreads Buy Links: Amazon│Barnes & Noble│The Wild Rose Press│Kobo Blurb: In Ronnie Billings’ dystopian world, surviving the Letting and breaking free of a corrupt government is less of a surprise than falling in love with Phoenix Day, the leader of the Peaceful Revolution… When the government sentences Ronnie to a Coupling under the guise of producing a coveted blood type, Ronnie discovers the one she’s slated to Couple with expects even more. Prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice to save those she loves most, Ronnie devastates Phoenix with her impossible decision. Whisked away from her rebel life to another world ravaged by despair, Ronnie meets her greatest nemesis...her biological father. Steeling her nerves against the dangers of escape, she embarks on the perilous journey back. She is convinced she belongs with Phoenix and his revolution, but will her friends, and especially Phoenix, be ready to accept her when she returns? Because this time, evil is in her blood... My review: I received an eARC of The Coupling in exchange with an honest review. I have been anticipating this book ever since I have read The Letting ( Click here to read my review of book 1) , so once The Coupling blog tour was announced, I knew that I had to be a part of it. The book starts with the best prologue ever. It made me wonder about how the story will twist and turn for the characters to end up right there,since the 1st few chapters and the blurb makes it seem impossible. I was disappointed with the how some characters acted during the beginning of the book; it made the writing and the character building flake out a bit. However, the story's plot continues to intrigue me. Catherine has created a novel concept, with events that will keep you flipping through the pages. I will be waiting for the 3rd book in the series to see what happens next ! I give it 3.25 /5 stars Enter the Giveaway !
About the Author:
Given my love for cities and all that is gritty, my new obsession with trees really has me stumped. (Sorry.) Maybe it's because trees are the inspiration behind my new YA/NA novel, THE LETTING. Whatever the reason for my new infatuation, some things remain constant -- like my love for: coffee (although sadly, it's now decaf); yoga; Luna bars (I am petitioning for them to bring back Chocolate Raspberry!); running in my neighborhood; Hemingway; Bukowski... and, above all, my husband and my girls. I am the author of the bestselling novel, Sleeping With Mortals: The Story of a New York Mistress, and I'm also a playwright. I have my B.A. in English and my M.A. in Theatre. Author Links: Website│Goodreads│Twitter│Facebook
Title: Inked ( Inked #1)
Author: Eric Smith Publisher: Bloomsbury Spark Publication Date: January 20th, 2015 Format: Ebook Genre: YA, Fantasy My Rating: 4/5 stars Blurb: Tattoos once were an act of rebellion. Now they decide your destiny the moment the magical Ink settles under your skin. And in a world where Ink controls your fate, Caenum can't escape soon enough. He is ready to run from his family, and his best friend Dreya, and the home he has known, just to have a chance at a choice. But when he upsets the very Scribe scheduled to give him his Ink on his eighteenth birthday, he unwittingly sets in motion a series of events that sends the corrupt, magic-fearing government, The Citadel, after him and those he loves. Now Caenum, Dreya, and their reluctant companion Kenzi must find their way to the Sanctuary, a secret town where those with the gift of magic are safe. Along the way, they learn the truth behind Ink, its dark origins, and why they are the only ones who can stop the Citadel. Eric Smith takes you on a high-octane fantasy adventure, perfect for anyone who has dreamed of being different… only to discover that fate is more than skin deep. My Review: I received a review copy of inked from the author via YA Bound Books in exchange with an honest review. I usually dive into books knowing so little about the plot, and this was the case with Inked. By only reading the 1st two sentences in the blurb, I was intrigued to know what happens next. I wasn't disappointed ! The author was not only to capture my attention to pick the book, but also to continue reading it. I was hooked from chapter 1. I loved the way the author described the tattoo given, and how it affects a person's career. Fate is meant to be discovered along the way, and not to be a method of control. Trying to control people's fates , which is the point of being inked, is extremely dangerous ; Eric did a brilliant job of showing it. I didn't like the character development. I found it to be rushed at times, and no explanation would support how fast a character's state of mind changed. I really enjoyed Inked, and I am glad to know that there is going to be a sequel published in May 2016. I give it 4/5 stars. Enter the Giveaway :
About the Author:
Eric Smith is the author of THE GEEK'S GUIDE TO DATING, out now via Quirk Books, and INKED, a YA novel out with Bloomsbury Spark. His writing has appeared locally in the Philly Weekly, The Inquirer, and on Philly.com. He's written for the Huffington Post, BuzzFeed, Boing Boing, and is a regular contributor to BookRiot and Geekosystem. His essays have appeared in the Bygone Bureau and The Apiary, and his first published piece will appear in THE ASTEROID BELT ALMANAC with the Hand & the Hand Press in April 2014. He's the co-founder of Geekadelphia, a popular hyperlocal geek blog in Philly, and the Philly Geek Awards, a ceremony honoring local geeks in his city. Eric holds a BA in English from Kean University and an MA in English from Arcadia University. He currently lives in Philly. You can find him on Twitter at @ericsmithrocks and @geekadelphia. Author Links: Website│Goodreads│Twitter│Facebook
The Coupling (The Letting #2)
Release Date: February 15th 2016
Summary:
In Ronnie Billingsâ dystopian world, surviving the Letting and breaking free of a corrupt government is less of a surprise than falling in love with Phoenix Day, the leader of the Peaceful Revolutionâ¦
When the government sentences Ronnie to a Coupling under the guise of producing a coveted blood type, Ronnie discovers the one sheâs slated to Couple with expects even more.
Prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice to save those she loves most, Ronnie devastates Phoenix with her impossible decision. Whisked away from her rebel life to another world ravaged by despair, Ronnie meets her greatest nemesis...her biological father.
Steeling her nerves against the dangers of escape, she embarks on the perilous journey back. She is convinced she belongs with Phoenix and his revolution, but will her friends, and especially Phoenix, be ready to accept her when she returns? Because this time, evil is in her blood...
Book One (click on image for Goodreads link):
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About the Author
Given my love for cities and all that is gritty, my new obsession with trees really has me stumped. (Sorry.) Maybe it's because trees are the inspiration behind my new YA/NA novel, THE LETTING.
Whatever the reason for my new infatuation, some things remain constant -- like my love for: coffee (although sadly, it's now decaf); yoga; Luna bars (I am petitioning for them to bring back Chocolate Raspberry!); running in my neighborhood; Hemingway; Bukowski... and, above all, my husband and my girls.
I am the author of the bestselling novel, Sleeping With Mortals: The Story of a New York Mistress, and I'm also a playwright. I have my B.A. in English and my M.A. in Theatre.
Title: Awakening (Awakening #1)
Author: Shannon Duffy Publisher: Entangled teen Publication Date: April 7th Genre: Dystopia,YA,Sci-Fi My Rating:4/5 stars (B+) Purchase Links: Amazon│Barnes & Noble│Kobo Books Blurb: A thrilling, futuristic sci-fi novel set in a unique and thought-provoking world, from author Shannon Duffy. Desiree Six (because she was born on a Friday) believes in everything the Protectorate stands for. She likes the safety and security of having her entire life planned out—her career, her mate, even the date of her death. She doesn't even think to question when Darian, her childhood friend and neighbor, is convicted of murdering his parents. They had seemed like such a loving family. But if he was convicted, then he must have done it. Then Darian shows up in her room late one night. He has escaped from the Terrorscape—a nightmare machine used to punish all Noncompliants—and needs Desiree's help. What he tells her rocks her world to its core and makes her doubt everything she's ever been told. With this new information, will Desiree and Darian be able to escape the Protectorate before it's too late? My Review: I received an eARC of Awakening in exchange with my honest review during the Awakening Blog Tour hosted by YA Blog tours. Shannon Duffy mixes several popular aspects from the YA culture, and adds her own touch of individuality when she speculates the concepts of sleep,dreams,and nightmares to come with such an entertaining novel to read. In a world where the protectorate use Fate to decide everything for you, from how many years you live to who you marry ,the so called Utopian world becomes Dystopian ! I absolutely enjoyed reading Awakening. It was a fast read with many elements such as sci-fi technology and romance in it. The beginning of the book is dedicated to describe the world and a briefing on why has it evolved to become this way. We also follow Desiree, who believes that the system is right no matter what. Things become more interesting when Darian is added to the picture . What I really like about the romance that it wasn't rushed or overdone . It was just perfect. My favorite line is " I love it when you owe me" ! Tell me if you agree ! I really enjoyed visualizing the Terrorscape ; it was one of my favorite chapters to read. It displayed the author's creativity in the best way possible. There are some gaps in the story that may or may not be answered in the next book.I also thought that the character building and the ending was a bit rushed. A bit more elaboration would have served the story more justice, but it does not change how this story is a must read. The world building and the story Awakening has to tell is so thrilling that it might keep you up too late to finish it. Unfortunately, it ends with a cliffhanger. A very good cliffhanger that I hope will elaborate on the points that were not thoroughly discussed in Awakened! I really enjoyed Awakened ,and I can't wait to read the next book. I give it 4/5 stars and a B+ according to my own rating scale.
About the Author
Author of MG and YA books full of adventure. I grew up on the east coast of Canada in the province of Newfoundland and now live in Ontario. I love writing, reading, fashion, fitness, and traveling.
The Summer Marked (The Winter People #2)
Release Date: 08/04/15
Entangled Teen
305 pages
Summary from Goodreads:
Fresh off a break-up with her boyfriend, Kadieâs glad to be home from college for Thanksgiving. All she needs is a rebound guy, a box of chocolates, and some girl time with her best friend, Salome. Problem is, Salome isn't returning her calls, and her family won't say where she is. Feeling sorry for herself, Kadie ends up at Club Blade, a place filled with pumping music, dangerous guys, and promises of a good time. However, when midnight strikes, Kadieâs fun turns into a nightmare as sheâs ripped from the human world into Faerie by a vengeful Winter Prince named Etienne. For the first time in her life, she realizes the monsters Salome always spoke of are real, and theyâll stop at nothing to destroy her friend.
Salome thought the winter curse was behind her. But winter has left its mark. Not just on her, but on the whole summer court. The Kingdom of Summer is falling apart, and Nevin is hanging onto his throne by a thread. With war on his doorstep, he has no choice but to send Gareth into enemy territory, which means Salome will be left aloneâvulnerable in a world she doesn't understand. A place where beauty is deadly and humans are pawns in the macabre games the Fae play. Both Kadie and Salome will have to call on all their strength to survive in a world where humans arenât meant to be. With death and enemies all around them, itâll be a miracle if they can survive. Book One: (cover linked to Goodreads)
Rebekah Purdy grew up in Michigan, where she spent many late nights armed with a good book and a flashlight. When not hiding at her computer and getting lost in her stories, she enjoys reading, singing, soccer, swimming, football, camping, playing video games and hanging out with her kids. She loves the unexplainable like Bigfoot, the Dogman, and the Loch Ness Monster (lots of good story material)! She admits to still having all the books she bought throughout her childhood and teen years, and she may or may not have an obsession with anything chocolateâ¦
Awakening
Release Date: 04/07/15
Entangled Teen
Summary from Goodreads:
A thrilling, futuristic sci-fi novel set in a unique and thought-provoking world, from author Shannon Duffy.
Desiree Six (because she was born on a Friday) believes in everything the Protectorate stands for. She likes the safety and security of having her entire life planned outâher career, her mate, even the date of her death. She doesn't even think to question when Darien, her childhood friend and neighbor, is convicted of murdering his parents. They had seemed like such a loving family. But if he was convicted, then he must have done it.
Then Darien shows up in her room late one night. He has escaped from the Terrorscapeâa nightmare machine used to punish all Noncompliantsâand needs Desiree's help. What he tells her rocks her world to its core and makes her doubt everything she's ever been told. With this new information, will Desiree and Darien be able to escape the Protectorate before it's too late?
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Top Favorite Things Top 3 Favorite snacks while writing and why: Coffee, popcorn, and nuts because the coffee keeps me alert and the other stuff I love. Top 3 Favorite books that inspired you to write: Narnia, Twilight, and Hush Hush. Top 3 favorite techniques to overcome writers block and why: Take a break from writing, read, do CP work. These things help to press the reset button for me and get me back in the writing groove. Top 3 musicians/bands/groups and why Adam Levine, Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguileraâbecause theyâre awesome! Top 4 favorite movies of all time The Notebook, Shawshank Redemption, The Matrix and Ace Ventura (SO many more awesome ones). Top 3 favorite actors/actresses and why Jennifer Lopez, Jim Carrey, Ryan Gosling because they are really talented and always pull me in or make me laugh. Top 3 favorite dream destinations:Bora Bora, Australia, and Italy
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Title: Greta and the Glass kingdom ( Mylena Chronicles #2) Author: Chloe Jacobs Publisher: Entangled Teen Publication Date: February 9th, 2015 Genre: YA, Fantasy, Romance Blurb: Once upon a dark time… Greta the human bounty hunter never quite fit into the shadowed, icy world of Mylena. Yet she's managed to defeat the demon Agramon and win the love of the darkly intense Goblin King, Isaac. Now Isaac wants her to rule by his side—a human queen. And the very announcement is enough to incite rebellion… To make matters worse, defeating Agramon left Greta tainted with a dark magick. Its unclean power threatens to destroy her and everything she loves. With the Goblin King's life and the very peace of Mylena at stake, Greta must find a cure and fast. Her only hope lies with the strange, elusive faeries in the Glass Kingdom…if she can get there before the evil within her destroys everything. An Interview with the Characters of Greta and the Glass Kingdom Hi friends! Today I was asked to bring Greta, Isaac, Siona, and Wyatt with me for this visit. That’s a little harder than you might think, especially when it means having to deal with one stubborn human, one arrogant goblin king, one incommunicative bounty hunter, and another wise-ass human. But I got them here, so let’s get this done with. I don’t know how long I can stay in control of this circus. Greta: *snort* It won’t be a circus until the moons are full, author lady. Isaac: *turns to Greta with a raised brow* Are you suggesting that the curse Mylena suffers from is akin to a group of freaks whose purpose is to amuse you? Greta: *grins* You mean it’s not? Wyatt: Uh, should you be so cheeky with him? Siona: *huff* You obviously haven’t spent much time with the two of them. Wyatt: *glares* Thank goodness for small favors. Chloe (ie. Me, the author): *worried already* Ahem. Why don’t we focus on the interview questions I’ve been asked to ask you all, okay? Isaac: *crossing arms* I am not here for the entertainment of the masses. Wyatt: Sure you are, big guy. Just like the rest of us. Why else did you think you were here? Isaac: *knowing grin* Greta: He was bribed. That’s why he’s here. Wyatt: Bribed with what? *shaking head* Nevermind, I don’t really want to know, do I? Chloe: Please, let’s get back on topic. The blog host is going to kick us all out before I’ve even asked the first of her questions! Siona: *throws warning glance at the others* Danem author, we will behave. What is the question you wish to ask? Chloe: *looks down at crumpled sheet of paper* Whose fault was it that Greta and the Glass Kingdom took SO long to be released after the first book? *squirms* Uh, maybe we should skip that one… Greta: *laughs* Are you getting some flack, author lady? Chloe: Um…well… Isaac: I will take responsibility for this. Greta: Nope. It’s my fault. Wyatt: Actually… Siona: It’s MY fault. Chloe: Oh stop, all of you. Of course, it’s my own fault. Siona: But you had trouble because we weren’t…cooperating. Greta: *jaw set* I’m not sorry about that. I never wanted this story to be told in the first place. Wyatt: That’s because it’s a story about you, and you hate being the center of attention. Greta: What I hate is people getting in the way of my work. How am I supposed to do my job with-- Chloe: *exasperation* How about we just move onto the next question? Book 1 was about Greta’s romance with the goblin king, and their efforts to defeat the demon, Agramon. Can you tell us a little bit about Book 2? *pause* Maybe I should just answer this? Wyatt: You think just because you wrote it, you know it best? We lived it. I think we’re just as qualified. Chloe: Oh sure. Go ahead. Who wants to field this one? Isaac: *silence* Greta: *silence* Siona: *silence* Wyatt: *silence* Chloe: Oh, come on. *turns to Wyatt* You just said-- Wyatt: I said we were qualified, not that we wanted to do it. *sigh* Okay, I guess the second book is more about the Wyatt character. He’s got to rescue Greta and save everyone from-- Isaac: *chuckle* The second book is about the goblin king. It explores his moral journey to do right by his people, and make Mylena a better place for all to-- Siona: Excuse me, but if weren’t for Siona, there wouldn’t be a second book. It’s because of her challenges, her divided loyalties, her sacrifices that-- Greta: Oh for goodness sake, they don’t call it Greta and the Glass Kindom for NO reason. Book 2 is about Greta’s battle with her…uh…inner demons, and her various failures. Chloe: *patting Greta’s hand* Don’t be so hard on yourself. Isaac: *Fierce scowl* She hasn’t had much choice. As the author, that’s your fault, is it not? You are the one who tore her from the human world as a child. *Leans forward, fist clenched on table* You are the one who forced her to learn to kill, who almost got her killed by a demon, who almost lost her to a portal of darkness, who subjected her to an environment of hate. And that wasn’t enough. You continue the torture in your second book, and now I hear that there will also be a third. *growls* I should-- Greta: Damn it, Isaac. You can’t kill the author. She’s only doing her job. Isaac: You’re too soft-hearted. I can do exactly what I like. Am I not the goblin king? Greta: Hey! I take exception to that. I am not soft-hearted. I’m a freaking kickass bounty hunter. Wyatt: You are kind of soft-hearted. Siona: *nods* Greta: I’ve got a sword and I know how to use it! Chloe: *claps hands nervously* That went well, didn’t it? *cough* Is it time to go home yet? Thank you for inviting us. My apologies if it wasn’t what you expected. Unfortunately, these characters have a way of taking control. Something I ought to know very well by now. Enter the awesome Giveaway: About the Author: Chloe Jacobs is a native of nowhere and everywhere, having jumped around to practically every Province of Canada before finally settling in Ontario where she has now been living for a respectable number of years. Her husband and son are the two best people in the entire world, but they also make her wish she'd at least gotten a female cat. No such luck. And although the day job keeps her busy, she carves out as much time as possible to write. Bringing new characters to life and finding out what makes them tick and how badly she can make them suffer is one of her greatest pleasures, almost better than chocolate and fuzzy pink bunny slippers. Awakening Release Date: 04/07/15 Entangled Teen Summary from Goodreads: A thrilling, futuristic sci-fi novel set in a unique and thought-provoking world, from author Shannon Duffy. Desiree Six (because she was born on a Friday) believes in everything the Protectorate stands for. She likes the safety and security of having her entire life planned outâher career, her mate, even the date of her death. She doesn't even think to question when Darien, her childhood friend and neighbor, is convicted of murdering his parents. They had seemed like such a loving family. But if he was convicted, then he must have done it. Then Darien shows up in her room late one night. He has escaped from the Terrorscapeâa nightmare machine used to punish all Noncompliantsâand needs Desiree's help. What he tells her rocks her world to its core and makes her doubt everything she's ever been told. With this new information, will Desiree and Darien be able to escape the Protectorate before it's too late? Pre-Order Links: Title: Hydro ( Aurelia #1) Author: A.C Waltower Publisher: Self Published Publication Date: December 2014 Genre: YA, Sci-Fi Blurb: The year is 2091. 75 years ago, a nuclear war desolated Earth. The top 2% of the world fled to Hydro, a compound on the Moon. The rest of the population were left trying to survive on a barren Earth. Seventeen-year-old Blake lives on Earth with his dad and little brother. When Blake’s father is given the grave sentence of terminal cancer, Blake decides to save his dad by sneaking onto Hydro and making a deal with Hydro’s council. In exchange for them saving his dad, he will give them the answer to everyone’s problem; the location of a new habitable planet. The unexpected and unannounced arrival of Blake leaves many citizens with mixed feelings, none more confusing than those of sixteen-year-old Ziva. The more she learns about Blake and where he comes from, the more she learns that not everything she is being told about the situation on Earth in true, including those told by her beloved grandfather. Why has he been lying to her? And more importantly what is he hiding from her? Character Profile : Name: Ziva Turner Age: 16 years old Gender: Female Birthplace: Hydro Compound Parents: Robert & Samantha “Sam” Turner Grandparent: Isom Turner Siblings: None Occupation: Student Hobbies: Spending time studying, listening to her grandfather recount story about Earth, and hanging with her best friend, Martin. Name: Blake Holland Age: 17 years old Gender: Male Birthplace: Unknown Parents: Asriel & Aurelia Holland Siblings: Ronny Turner Occupation: Survivor Hobbies: Taking care of his dad and little brother, hunting, and causing mischief. Name: Martin Cooper Age: 15 years old Gender: Third Gender Birthplace: Hydro Compound Parents: Henry & Stacy Cooper Siblings: None Occupation: Student Hobbies: Going to the Sky Zone, playing video games, meeting new friends, and hanging with his best friend, Ziva. Name: Greta Age: 23 years old Gender: Transgendered female Birthplace: Hydro Compound Parents: Lewis & Terry Miller Siblings: None Occupations: receptionists Hobbies: Shopping, IMing her friend, Eddie, and hanging with her best friend, Salleha. Name: Isom Turner Age: 100 years old Gender: Male Birthplace: Albuquerque, NM Parents: Daniel & Kelly Turner Spouse: Mary Turner (deceased) Occupations: Semi-retired Commander of Earth Hobbies: Unknown Author Interview: Tell us a bit about yourself. I am 28 years old. I was born and raised in San Diego, CA. I am the second oldest of six children. When did you decide you wanted to become a writer? I've always loved writing and reading. About 3 years ago, I got the strong urge to start writing the stories that were forming in my mind. But it took me about a year after that to get the courage to tell my friends and family I wanted to be a writer. What do you love about the genres you write in? I love YA! I like the innocence of the characters and the crazy and unexpected twists and turns in the plots and story lines. Who are the Authors that have inspired you? Every author that I have every read has inspired me to write my own stories. What can you tell us about Aurelia: Hydro. What kind of readers will it appeal to? Aurelia: Hydro is an action packed, science-fiction novel. It will appeal to readers who like fast paced young adult novels. Aurelia: Hydro has been compared to novels, such as The hunger Games and TV shows like The 100. Can you tell us a bit about the dynamics between Ziva and Blake? Ziva and Blake’s relationship is a very curious one. Ziva is very intrigued by Blake’s upfront personality. While, Blake is interested about Ziva and her upbringing. Any upcoming works we should know about? My next novel to be released is Awakened, which is the first novel in the Tsela series. It will be out February 13th. Right now, I am currently working on Isom’s Secret, the second novel in the Aurelia series. It has a tentative release date of March 27th. |
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