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YA Weekend: Second Star by Alyssa B. Sheinmel

Posted on April 27, 2014 Leave a Comment

Second Star by Alyssa B. Sheinmel Genre: Young Adult, Contemporary Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) (May 13, 2014) Author Information: Website | Twitter Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars So I don’t usually read contemporary Young Adult, but when I saw the description for Second Star I was instantly intrigued. My […]

Book Review: The Lives of Tao by Wesley Chu (#LoTaoLT)

Posted on March 16, 2014 3 Comments

The Lives of Tao by Wesley Chu Genre: Science Fiction, Historical Fiction Publisher: Angry Robot Publication Date: April 2013 Narrator: Mikael Naramore Author Info: http://www.chuforthought.com Wendy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars I had so much fun livetweeting my read that I did it again with Wesley Chu at #LoTaoLT and lots of fun. I’m certain […]

Book Review: Talus and the Frozen King by Graham Edwards

Posted on March 9, 2014 Leave a Comment

Talus and the Frozen King by Graham Edwards Genre: Mystery, Fantasy Series: Stand alone (so far) Publisher: Solaris (March 25, 2014) Author Information: Website | Twitter Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Well now, this book was a pleasant surprise. Meet Talus, touted by the book’s description as the world’s first detective, which is indeed […]

Graphic Novel Review: Cemetery Girl by Charlaine Harris and Christopher Golden

Posted on March 5, 2014 Leave a Comment

Cemetery Girl: The Pretenders by Charlaine Harris, Christopher Golden Genre: Graphic Novel, Paranormal Series: Volume 1 of The Cemetery Girl Trilogy Publisher: Jo Fletcher Books (January 2, 2014) Author Information: Charlaine Harris | Christopher Golden Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Despite reading my fair share of comics and graphic novels, I usually leave the […]

Book Review: Vicious by Victoria Schwab

Posted on February 27, 2014 3 Comments

Vicious by Victoria Schwab Genre: Superheroes, Science Fiction Publisher: Tor Publication Date: September 2013 Author Info: www.victoriaschwab.com Wendy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars The way Schwab weaves the story and characters together is spellbinding, especially as she moves between the past and the present to paint a picture of Eli and Victor and their relationship. Victor […]

#MisLT Book Review: Miserere: An Autumn Tale by Teresa Frohock

Posted on February 22, 2014 5 Comments

Miserere: An Autumn Tale by Teresa Frohock Genre: Dark fantasy Publisher: Night Shade Books Publication Date: June 2011 Author Info: http://www.teresafrohock.com Wendy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Have you ever read a book and wished you could chat with the author to find out what they meant at a certain part? To learn what went […]

Graphic Novel Review: Joker by Brian Azzarello

Posted on February 16, 2014 Leave a Comment

Joker by Brian Azzarello Publisher: DC Comics Date of Publication: November 4, 2008 Author Information: Website | Twitter Tiara’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars – “I thought this was a great read. It’s one of those comics that provide an alternative perspective of the Joker.” The Joker has been released from Arkham Asylum–released, […]

YA Weekend: World After by Susan Ee

Posted on December 28, 2013 Leave a Comment

World After by Susan Ee Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Fantasy Series: Book 2 of Penryn & the End of Days Publisher: Skyscape Date of Publication: November 19, 2013 Author Information: Website | Twitter Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars – “A worthy sequel featuring a plot that shows no sign of slowing down, with a […]

YA Weekend: Planesrunner by Ian McDonald

Posted on December 15, 2013 2 Comments

Planesrunner by Ian McDonald Genre: Young Adult Science Fiction Fantasy Series: Book 1 of Everness Publisher: Pyr (US ed.) Date of Publication: December 6, 2011 Author Information: Website | Twitter Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars – “One of the most well-written and interesting YA novels I’ve ever read and just plain fun, this book […]

Book Review: Vicious by V.E. Schwab

Posted on December 12, 2013 3 Comments

Vicious by V.E. Schwab Genre: Paranormal Fantasy Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Tor Date of Publication: September 24, 2013 Author Information: Website | Twitter Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars – “Unique and addictive story, complete with complex character relationships and a dark spin on the superhero concept” Superhero fiction seems to be […]