Hey everyone, I hope those who celebrated Thanksgiving had a thankful and memorable holiday! Today, I have a futuristic sci-fi fairy-tale retelling to share with you today.
Cinder by Marissa Meyer
Imagine a world, where androids and humans coexist but, not equally
Cinder is a talented mechanic who happens to be a cyborg. She resides in New Beijing, where she lives with her horrid stepmother and two stepsisters, where she is forced to do their bidding.
When the one kind stepsister, Peony, becomes ill with a deadly plague that riddles the world. Her wretched stepmother turns Cinder over to the government to assist in their research to find a cure.
Meanwhile, there is another threat to Earth. This threat comes from the Lunar Queen, threatening war on New Beijing if her demands are not met. The Emperor has vowed to do everything he can to keep things politically peaceful and to rid the plague that has taken so many lives.
Is Cinder the key to saving the world?
I REALLY enjoyed this book! I switched back and forth between listening to the audio book and reading the actual book. When it comes to listening to audio books I am very picky about the narration. However, I found both forms of this story engaging. The writing is uniquely beautiful! I will be continuing with the series!
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Wicked Reads
Saturday, November 28, 2015
Saturday, November 21, 2015
The One By Kiera Cass
Hey everyone, today I have the third installment of The Selection series to share with you. These books do not reiterate. So, you will need to read this series in order. (I reviewed The Selection on October 12, 2015 and the second installment, The Elite, on November 01, 2015)
The One by Kiera Cass
The clock has almost wind down for Maxon to choose his wife and the next queen.
BUT
Will the Rebels wait that long?
The country is growing more impatient with the way things are. Tensions are higher than ever and every time America Singer is in the spotlight, she makes bold statements and takes revolutionary actions.
Is America the problem or the solution?
The King has his way of rule, but does his son share those views?
Politics aside, America has to decide once and for all where her heart truly lies.
In the beginning we learned that America and Aspen were childhood sweethearts, with plans to be married.
BUT
Then, The Selection happens.
Has Maxon changed her heart?
In the end, Maxon will be the one to decide their fate.
I LOVED this book! I was sad and shocked a few times. The book was fast paced and wrapped up nicely. This book is my favorite of the three. Not because the final woman was chosen, but because of the action, adventure and the insight into the girls' demeanor.
HAPPY READING!!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
The One by Kiera Cass
The clock has almost wind down for Maxon to choose his wife and the next queen.
BUT
Will the Rebels wait that long?
The country is growing more impatient with the way things are. Tensions are higher than ever and every time America Singer is in the spotlight, she makes bold statements and takes revolutionary actions.
Is America the problem or the solution?
The King has his way of rule, but does his son share those views?
Politics aside, America has to decide once and for all where her heart truly lies.
In the beginning we learned that America and Aspen were childhood sweethearts, with plans to be married.
BUT
Then, The Selection happens.
Has Maxon changed her heart?
In the end, Maxon will be the one to decide their fate.
I LOVED this book! I was sad and shocked a few times. The book was fast paced and wrapped up nicely. This book is my favorite of the three. Not because the final woman was chosen, but because of the action, adventure and the insight into the girls' demeanor.
HAPPY READING!!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
The Queen B* and the Homecoming King By Crista McHugh
Hey everyone, I am back again this evening with another book to tell you about. This book is book three of a series, The Queen B* and the Homecoming King by Crista McHugh This book kicks off where the other book leaves off. So, if you have yet to read Confessions of a Queen B* (reviewed on May 31, 2015) and The Queen B* Strikes Back (reviewed on October 2, 2015) Please do not read any further until doing so to avoid spoilers.
The Queen B* and the Homecoming King by Crista McHugh
Alexis and Brett are back!
Alexis is ready to make it official that they are boyfriend/girlfriend.
BUT
The Queen B* has three rules:
1. No obligations to spend every waking moment with each other.
2. No public displays of affection during school.
3. She refuses to attend the Homecoming dance.
However, Brett is a very determined person and does not give in easily..
Life is constantly throwing Spirals.
Will the Power Couple remain strong and catch all the Spirals being thrown their way?
OR
Will they end up calling a Time-Out?
Crista McHugh has done it again! I LOVED this book! This book has surprises as well as predictable moments BUT the predictable moments do not take away from the enjoyment of the story. I have certainly enjoyed the characters in this series from their personalities to their individual growth. This was a fun read!
(said to be released December 01, 2015)
HAPPY READING!!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
The Queen B* and the Homecoming King by Crista McHugh
Alexis and Brett are back!
Alexis is ready to make it official that they are boyfriend/girlfriend.
BUT
The Queen B* has three rules:
1. No obligations to spend every waking moment with each other.
2. No public displays of affection during school.
3. She refuses to attend the Homecoming dance.
However, Brett is a very determined person and does not give in easily..
Life is constantly throwing Spirals.
Will the Power Couple remain strong and catch all the Spirals being thrown their way?
OR
Will they end up calling a Time-Out?
Crista McHugh has done it again! I LOVED this book! This book has surprises as well as predictable moments BUT the predictable moments do not take away from the enjoyment of the story. I have certainly enjoyed the characters in this series from their personalities to their individual growth. This was a fun read!
(said to be released December 01, 2015)
HAPPY READING!!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Fangirl By Rainbow Rowell
Hey everyone, today I have a sweet coming of age story to share with you!
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
Cath and Wren are identical twin sisters who have always been close. They did everything together including writing Simon Snow fan fiction together.
However, as the two head off to college Wren is determined to meet new people and have some new experiences of her own.
College is a new chapter in life everyone is nervous to begin but, Cath thought the two would get through it together.
Instead, they each have a dorm-mate who is not their sister. Wren cut her hair, and does not seem to have time for her and Cath is hiding out in her room trying to survive on protein bars.
Until, her dorm-mate Reagan and Reagan's friend force her out of her shell.
When you are at your best everyone is there for you but, when you are experiencing your most challenging moments in life you find out where their loyalty really lies.
In-between learning of Cath and Wren's journey, this book also gives you glimpses of the Simon Snow fan fiction Cath is writing.
I REALLY enjoyed this book! I loved that the author was able to take two different college experiences and show personal growth towards adulthood for both Cath and Wren. I think most college age people could relate to this book in some way or another. I also find it unique that the author was able to give us glimpses into the Simon Snow world throughout the story. My only complaint is that I wish an epilogue had been written.
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
Cath and Wren are identical twin sisters who have always been close. They did everything together including writing Simon Snow fan fiction together.
However, as the two head off to college Wren is determined to meet new people and have some new experiences of her own.
College is a new chapter in life everyone is nervous to begin but, Cath thought the two would get through it together.
Instead, they each have a dorm-mate who is not their sister. Wren cut her hair, and does not seem to have time for her and Cath is hiding out in her room trying to survive on protein bars.
Until, her dorm-mate Reagan and Reagan's friend force her out of her shell.
When you are at your best everyone is there for you but, when you are experiencing your most challenging moments in life you find out where their loyalty really lies.
In-between learning of Cath and Wren's journey, this book also gives you glimpses of the Simon Snow fan fiction Cath is writing.
I REALLY enjoyed this book! I loved that the author was able to take two different college experiences and show personal growth towards adulthood for both Cath and Wren. I think most college age people could relate to this book in some way or another. I also find it unique that the author was able to give us glimpses into the Simon Snow world throughout the story. My only complaint is that I wish an epilogue had been written.
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Angelfall By Susan E.E.
Hey everyone, today I have a unique apocalyptic read to share with you!
Angelfall by Susan E.E.
One might think, if Angels came down to Earth, it would be an extraordinary occurrence. However, things may have been bad before but, when the Angels arrived it became Hell on Earth. They have rained down destruction and hunger among the humans.
As Penryn and her family are struggling to survive they find themselves in the middle of an Angel fight. One of the warrior like Angels, Raffe, gets his wings cut off. Before the other angels leave one of their own for dead, they take Penryn's little sister with them.
Now, she is even more determined to survive and to rescue her sister. For this to be slightly possible, she must work with Raffe.
Raffe, has his own agenda, to get his wings reattached.
The unlikely duo will have to work together to survive.
Will their individual desires turn into suicide missions?
I enjoyed this book and I appreciate the uniqueness of this read. The story was action packed and held my interest. This read is a bit graphic but, given the type of story that it is I feel it was necessary.
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Angelfall by Susan E.E.
One might think, if Angels came down to Earth, it would be an extraordinary occurrence. However, things may have been bad before but, when the Angels arrived it became Hell on Earth. They have rained down destruction and hunger among the humans.
As Penryn and her family are struggling to survive they find themselves in the middle of an Angel fight. One of the warrior like Angels, Raffe, gets his wings cut off. Before the other angels leave one of their own for dead, they take Penryn's little sister with them.
Now, she is even more determined to survive and to rescue her sister. For this to be slightly possible, she must work with Raffe.
Raffe, has his own agenda, to get his wings reattached.
The unlikely duo will have to work together to survive.
Will their individual desires turn into suicide missions?
I enjoyed this book and I appreciate the uniqueness of this read. The story was action packed and held my interest. This read is a bit graphic but, given the type of story that it is I feel it was necessary.
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Friday, November 13, 2015
November 9 By Colleen Hoover
Hey everyone, today I have a Wicked Read to share with you!
November 9 by Colleen Hoover
Fallon is an eighteen year old girl who was badly burned in a house fire years ago, when her father forgot she was visiting with him during the incident. She was barely rescued in time, before the flames claimed her life.
Even though her father has apologized multiple times, it does not erase the prominent scars that are forever on her face and body. Nor does it dissolve the bitter anger she has towards him.
Now, on November 9th, the nightmarish anniversary that changed her life forever and took her self confidence with it. She is sitting in a restaurant at a table with her dad. She was reluctant to come today but, she thought she should inform him that she will be leaving for New York tonight.
Her father was far from pleased to hear this news and was very unsupportive. As they were having this very unpleasant conversation, a guy named Ben, overheard how unkind her father was being and stepped right in to act as her fake boyfriend.
This impulsive act was the beginning of a mutual agreement to meet up every November 9th for five years. While also being each others support system towards their own career paths.
A lot can happen in five years.
What will become of Fallon and Ben?
Is Ben too good to be true?
OR
Is he her soulmate?
I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS BOOK! This book is one of my favorite books of all time! While I have LOVED every book of hers that I have read, she has outdone herself with November 9! This book made me feel happy. Then, it ripped out my heart, stomped on it and then put the pieces back together before giving it back to me! Honestly, I thought nothing could top her book, Confess. I was very wrong! If you only ever read one Colleen Hoover book, read this one! I would give it more than five stars if I could!
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
November 9 by Colleen Hoover
Fallon is an eighteen year old girl who was badly burned in a house fire years ago, when her father forgot she was visiting with him during the incident. She was barely rescued in time, before the flames claimed her life.
Even though her father has apologized multiple times, it does not erase the prominent scars that are forever on her face and body. Nor does it dissolve the bitter anger she has towards him.
Now, on November 9th, the nightmarish anniversary that changed her life forever and took her self confidence with it. She is sitting in a restaurant at a table with her dad. She was reluctant to come today but, she thought she should inform him that she will be leaving for New York tonight.
Her father was far from pleased to hear this news and was very unsupportive. As they were having this very unpleasant conversation, a guy named Ben, overheard how unkind her father was being and stepped right in to act as her fake boyfriend.
This impulsive act was the beginning of a mutual agreement to meet up every November 9th for five years. While also being each others support system towards their own career paths.
A lot can happen in five years.
What will become of Fallon and Ben?
Is Ben too good to be true?
OR
Is he her soulmate?
I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS BOOK! This book is one of my favorite books of all time! While I have LOVED every book of hers that I have read, she has outdone herself with November 9! This book made me feel happy. Then, it ripped out my heart, stomped on it and then put the pieces back together before giving it back to me! Honestly, I thought nothing could top her book, Confess. I was very wrong! If you only ever read one Colleen Hoover book, read this one! I would give it more than five stars if I could!
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Never Never (Part One) By Colleen Hoover
Hey everyone, I have a short, but fun and mysterious read to share with you!
Never Never (Part One) by Colleen Hoover
Silas and Charlie are at their high school, when they both realize that they have no idea who they are. The only thing they remember, is how to do certain things and how to function.
Yet, as they wander through their lives they discover that they are childhood sweethearts with their own secrets and that there is bad blood between their families.
Why trying to figure out what happened, they are also trying to piece together who they once were and are trying to reinvent what they do not like about themselves.
Strange things go from odd to worse.
Things will be alright as long as they stick together. Right?
I LOVED this book! While reading this book I tried to put myself in their shoes. How would I feel if I suddenly did not have any memories or sense of self? Doing this, I think I was able to appreciate and enjoy this story that much more. I will be reading part two!
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
Never Never (Part One) by Colleen Hoover
Silas and Charlie are at their high school, when they both realize that they have no idea who they are. The only thing they remember, is how to do certain things and how to function.
Yet, as they wander through their lives they discover that they are childhood sweethearts with their own secrets and that there is bad blood between their families.
Why trying to figure out what happened, they are also trying to piece together who they once were and are trying to reinvent what they do not like about themselves.
Strange things go from odd to worse.
Things will be alright as long as they stick together. Right?
I LOVED this book! While reading this book I tried to put myself in their shoes. How would I feel if I suddenly did not have any memories or sense of self? Doing this, I think I was able to appreciate and enjoy this story that much more. I will be reading part two!
HAPPY READING!!!
Best Wishes Always,
Wicked Woman
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