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Cover Reveal: Timepiece by Myra McEntire

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Here is the cover of Timepiece, the sequel of Hourglass by Myra McEntire: I really like the cover. I think it's original. What do you think? Have you read Hourglass? I still haven't...but it's on my TBR list! By the way, Myra McEntire has announced that HOURGLASS has been acquired by Fox & producer John Davis! Congratulations!

Waiting of Wednesday # 70 - The Fine Art of Truth or Dare by Melissa Jensen

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"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine , that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. My pick: The Fine Art of Truth and Dare Summary from goodreads : Pretty in Pink meets Anna and the French Kiss in this charming romantic comedy. Ella is nearly invisible at the Willing School, and that’s just fine by her. She’s got her friends— the fabulous Frankie and their sweet cohort Sadie. She’s got her art— and her idol, the unappreciated 19th-century painter Edward Willing. Still, it’s hard being a nobody and having a crush on the biggest somebody in the school: Alex Bainbridge. Especially when he is your French tutor, and lessons have started becoming, well, certainly more interesting than French ever has been before. But can the invisible girl actually end up with a happily ever after with the golden boy, when no one even knows they’re dating? And is Ella going to dare to be that girl? February 16th 2012 ...

Book-Trailer: CROSSED by Ally Condie

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I really can't wait for CROSSED by Ally Condie. I read MATCHED and absolutely loved it! CROSSED by Ally Condie November 1st, 2011 The hotly awaited second book in the dystopian Matched trilogy In search of a future that may not exist and faced with the decision of who to share it with, Cassia journeys to the Outer Provinces in pursuit of Ky - taken by the Society to his certain death - only to find that he has escaped, leaving a series of clues in his wake. Cassia's quest leads her to question much of what she holds dear, even as she finds glimmers of a different life across the border. But as Cassia nears resolve and certainty about her future with Ky, an invitation for rebellion, an unexpected betrayal, and a surprise visit from Xander - who may hold the key to the uprising and, still, to Cassia's heart - change the game once again. Nothing is as expected on the edge of Society, where crosses and double crosses make the path more twisted than ever.

Spooktacular Giveaway Hop! (International)

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Welcome to the Spooktacular Giveaway Hop - Oct 24th to 31st - hosted by  TheDiaryofaBookworm and I Am A Reader, Not A Writer Prize:  1 paperback copy of Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl I'm not sure if it's a "spooky" book, but it's definitely paranormal! :) To enter, just fill the form below: <a href="http://rafl.es/enable-js">You need javascript enabled to see this giveaway</a&am...

Wonderfully Wicked Read a Thon Wrap Up!

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Hello everyone! This will be my last post from the Wonderfully Wicked Read a Thon..... Last Update: I totally failed on my goals. I was going to read 3 books but didn't even manage to finish 1! Probably at night I'm going to finish it, it's good, but I didn't have enough time to read... But, I had a great time participating! I loved the challenges, and the people was so nice! I decided to participate in a last challenge, called Zombie Apocalypse, from April @ My Shelf Confessions : In the event of a Zombie Apocalypse you are forced to take shelter with family and/or friends for a period of no less than 5 years. You have time to pack some supplies and some extra things to keep yourself entertained. However, since there will be many people sharing the same space, space will be limited and you are told you are only allowed to bring up to 5 books. I'll be honest. It's impossible to choose 5 books. I think I'd prefer becoming a Zombie! xD Nah...

In My Mailbox # 48

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In My Mailbox is a weekly bookish meme hosted @ The Story Siren Only one book this week, but I wanted it so much!! NetGalley: Ashfall by Mike Mullin

Wonderfully Wicked Read-A-Thon Update

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Hi everyone! How are you doing with your reading? Mine haven't been great, but I have managed to read 63% of How to Party with a Killer Vampire by Penny Warner. Hopefully I'll finish it today and start another one! How about a challenge? This one is really cool, hosted by Michelle @ Book Briefs . First you pick a book. Then you find pictures to represent the words in the book title. Then you put the pictures/clues together and try to guess what the book title is. Get creative and make it as challenging as you want. Make a post with your Book picture puzzles and go around to different blogs and try to guess some of the puzzles. Here is my Book Picture Puzzle: The of and It's really really easy, if you know the book...muahahahaha Need a clue? " Zombies "

Wonderfully Wicked Read-a-Thon

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October 21-23 Hosts: Bex @  Kindle Fever,  Amanda @  Letters Inside Out , April @  My Shelf Confessions Hashtag on Twitter:  #WWReadathon . I have been lookin for a Halloween Read-A-Thon, and finally I found one! You can sign up for the Wonderfully Wicked Read-A-Thon over here , and you can read whatever you want, not necessarily  Halloween/creepy books. I really want to celebrate reading some creepy books. So I'll hold my current readings (except How To Party with a Killer Vampire) to read something like....

Waiting on Wednesday # 69 - Struck by Rhonda Stapleton

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"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine , that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. My pick: Struck by Rhonda Stapleton Summary from Goodreads : Felicity Walker believes in true love. That's why she applies for a gig at the matchmaking company Cupid's Hollow. But when Felicity gets the job, she learns that she isn't just a matchmaker...she's a cupid! (There's more than one of them, you know.) Armed with a hot pink, tricked-out PDA infused with the latest in cupid magic (love arrows shot through email), Felicity works to meet her quota of successful matches. But the path to love is not always a straight shot... Rhonda Stapleton December 6th 2011 by Simon Pulse

Book Review: Divergent by Veronica Roth

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Title: Divergent Author: Veronica Roth Series: Divergent #1 Release Date: May 3rd, 2011 Publisher: Harper Collins Age: Young Adult In Beatrice Prior's dystopian Chicago, society is divided into five factions, each dedicated to the cultivation of a particular virtue—Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). On an appointed day of every year, all sixteen-year-olds must select the faction to which they will devote the rest of their lives. For Beatrice, the decision is between staying with her family and being who she really is—she can't have both. So she makes a choice that surprises everyone, including herself. During the highly competitive initiation that follows, Beatrice renames herself Tris and struggles to determine who her friends really are—and where, exactly, a romance with a sometimes fascinating, sometimes infuriating boy fits into the life she's chosen. But Tris also ...

The Inheritance Cycle Re-Reading Challenge starts today!

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Hosted by  Orchid @ The Haunting of Orchid Forsythia Since every fan of the Inheritance series has been waiting (impatiently) for the final book in the series, I thought what better way to prepare for it then with a reading challenge. That way we can all refresh are memories on what happened and be prepared for the final book. It's also a great way for those new to the series to jump in. The goal is to read Eragon, Eldest and Brisinger between the dates of Oct. 18 and Nov. 8. Followed by the last book, Inheritance, anytime after it comes out. If y'all know anyone who'd be interested in joining in, please let them know. Rules: -Challenge will run from October 18- November 8 (the day Inheritance comes out *squee*) -Open to everyone, re-readers and newbies alike. -Have Fun -You DON'T need a blog to participate. All you need is to want to join in....and leave a comment to let me know if you don't have a blog, but still want to join in. -Feel free to ...

In My Mailbox # 47

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In My Mailbox is a weekly bookish meme hosted @ The Story Siren This week I got: Jenny Pox  by JL Bryan { free for Kindle } How to Party with a Killer Vampire  by Penny Warner From NetGalley: Mistletoe Wishes   For Review: Sweet Magik by Penny Watson (OMG!! I'm so excited about this book that I even accepted to receive an ARC for review!) What did you get this week?

Waiting on Wednesday # 68 - Don't Expect Magic + Bitterblue

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"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine , that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. My picks: Summary from Goodreads : Delaney Collins doesn't believe in fairy tales. And why should she? Her mom is dead, her best friend is across the country, and she's stuck in California with "Dr. Hank," her famous life-coach father—a man she barely knows. Happily ever after? Yeah, right. Then Dr. Hank tells her an outrageous secret: he's a fairy godmother—an f.g.—and he can prove it. And by the way? The f.g. gene is hereditary. Meaning there's a good chance that New Jersey tough girl Delaney is someone's fairy godmother.  But what happens when a fairy godmother needs a wish of her own? Don't Expect Magic by Kathy McCullough November 8th 2011 by Delacorte Books for Young Readers Summary from Goodreads : Book 3, tentatively titled Bitterblue and currently in progress, i...

Work = Less Reading?

Hey guys! Maybe some of you have noticed that I have been kind of absent lately. Believe me, it's not because I'm tired of my blog. Almost three months ago I graduated from Veterinary school, and I've been very lucky, because I have found wonderfull jobs. I started at a small hospital working part time, and now I'm working full time at a laboratory doing veterinary drugs marketing. It's great, I love it, and best of all, I'm happy. But....I'm reading less!! It's not only about less time to read, but about less energy to read. Sometimes I get home early, but so tired mentally that I just want to sleep. I try to read...like 5 pages...and then I'm gone to the dream world. So...my body is just adjusting to all this work and responsabilities, but I'm starting to read again. Actually, this weekend I finished Sweet Venom by Tera Lynn Childs and devoured Bad Boys Do by Victoria Dahl!  Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that I...

In My Mailbox # 46

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In My Mailbox is a weekly bookish meme hosted @ The Story Siren Stolen from my niece: The Wright 3 The Bad Beginning Flush Charlotte's Web For my Kindle: Stupid Fast What did you get this week?

Cover Reveal: Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore

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Finally! I've been waiting for this book forever! I absolutely loved Graceling and Fire. What do you think about the cover? I think the cover is interesting. Not my favorite, but still I like it. The keys and the eye....what do you think it's going to happen in this book? Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore Publisher: Dial Release date: May 1, 2012 Series: The Seven Kingdoms #3 Summary from Goodreads : Book 3, tentatively titled Bitterblue and currently in progress, is a companion book to both Graceling and Fire and takes place in the seven kingdoms eight years after Graceling. Bitterblue will tie all three books together in some way. Bitterblue is the sixteen-year-old protagonist, and Katsa, Po, Giddon, Helda, and other characters from Graceling will be part of the fabric of the book. Plenty of fighting still to come!

Book Review: A Night to Surrender by Tessa Dare

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Title: A Night to Surrender Author: Tessa Dare Series: Spindle Cove #1 Release Date: August 30th 2011 Author: Harper Collins, Inc. Age: Adult A peaceful resort by the sea, Spindle Cove is a retreat for Regency ladies—offering intelligent, often unconventional women a temporary escape from men and their madness. Unfortunately for Miss Susanna Finch, the seaside safe haven she has so painstakingly nurtured is no longer quite so safe. The Cove’s been invaded—not by Napoleon’s forces, but by battle-weary, barely civilized, dangerously handsome men. Victor Bramwell, the new Earl of Rycliff, knows he doesn’t belong in Spindle Cove. So far as he can tell, there’s nothing in this godforsaken place but spinsters… and sheep. But he’s stuck here—with orders to gather a local militia. It’s a simple mission, made complicated by the spirited, exquisite Susanna. Not only has she driven all red-blooded men from the place with her "modern" notions, but her lively wit and tem...