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Review: Secondborn By Amy A. Bartol – Census Is A Bunch Of Helium-Suckers!

Firstborns rule society. Secondborns are the property of the government. Thirdborns are not tolerated. Long live the Fates Republic. On Transition Day, the second child in every family is taken by the government and forced into servitude. Roselle St. Sismode’s eighteenth birthday arrives with harsh realizations: she’s to become a soldier for the Fate of Swords military arm of the Republic during the bloodiest rebellion in history, and her elite firstborn mother is happy to see her go. Televised since her early childhood, Roselle’s privileged upbringing has earned her the resentment of her secondborn peers. Now her decision to spare an enemy on the battlefield marks her as a traitor to the state. But Roselle finds an ally—and more—in fellow secondborn conscript Hawthorne Trugrave. As the consequences of her actions ripple throughout the Fates Republic, can Roselle create a destiny of her own? Or will her Fate override everything she fights for—even love?

I n this dystopia world we follow a women named Roselle St. Sismode who is the daughter of one of the most powerful firstborns, Gabriel’s St. Sismode. Her mother Othala St. Sismode, Clarity of the Fate of Swords is the commander of the military. She is one of the most powerful Clarities, second only to the Supreme Leader; Fabian Bowie the Clarity of the Fate of Virtues. By tradition and law, the parents give their secondborn child to the government. Secondborn are treated like pawns and there for neglected and trained to fight against the rebellion. Thirdborn children are hunted down and killed by a group known as census. On Roselle eighteenth birthday is her transition Day, she given fates of swords army and is thrown into the world of secondborns and must learn quickly in order to survive the battlefield. However there are firstborns who want to use her for their political advantage, other firstborns who see her as a threat and wish to kill her. There are also the Gates of Dawn, rebels that are trying to destroy the firstborns and secondborns society and would love to use Roselle to further their cause. through out the story Roselle befriends some comrades in her unit, the handsome Hawthorne Trugrave, along with Gilad, Edgerton, Hammon. The romance with Roselle and Hawthorne is forbidden as Secondborns can't marry or have any children. If they are found out there will be instantly killed; and with a sinister census Agent Crow determined to find ties to the fate swords marking her for treason so that he can destroy her and a clan of friends that would die for her. This story is full of political intrigue, treachery, danger, lies and heartbreak await readers in this exciting and twisty-sci-fi world!

The characters in this book aren’t fully developed quite yet. Except for the main character, we don’t know too much about the secondary characters. One of the criticism I have regarding the story is that it does do a time-skip one year later. To me it felt like we skipped so much character interactions and the reader didn't get to really bond or have an opinion deciding if thay love or hate them. However the story is told from Roselle St. Sismode POV. Roselle comes across as tactical, strong, pretty, and at times even vulnerable. I do like that she is badass and tries to stay one step ahead of her enemys. There are times were she does become vulnerable in what path she wants to take, between loyalty toward her firstborn brother and extreme disdain for the class system that rules her world. Has for her "boyfriend" Hawthorne Trugrave, he is fearless, overprotective, strong, and values loyalty with his comrades. He is always up to a fight to protect Roselle from danger. I had a hard time liking Hawthorne. One the qualities I dislike about him is that has a tendency to always give in to Roselle's request without questioning or adding to the plan. His chemistry with Roselle did not seemed believable and there were time he didn't seem to make much of an effect with her. Then there is Clifton Salloway. Clifton is a firstborn and a Arms dealer. He is enthralled by Roselle and offers a job to promote his military style weapons. He obviously has ulterior motives with everything he does. I swear Clifton's narcissism can take on tokyo. My favorite character is Agent Kipson Crow. He is deliciously malicious evil bastard. I do hope his story develops more later in the series. Their are many other characters that are introduced to the story Such as Hammon, Edgerton, and Gilad. They are Hawthorne's childhood friends and Hammon Edgerton and are hiding a secret relationship. I have so many unanswered questions and want to know more about the character introduced to us. Each character can represent a purpose and a future, whether it is big or small.

Amy A Bartolo writing is superb. She always amazes me with her extremely detailed world building and is not afraid to play with new terminology and vocabulary to elevate her worlds. She adds more battle scenes, more chases and escapes, and many more threats and dangers. The reader will not know where the story is going to go, In this really nailbiting series. Look forward to reading the second installment of the series Traitor Born.

The song I chose that best describes the story is Imperfection By Evanescence.

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Cover Reveal — Brave By  Jennifer L. Armentrout!

Ivy Morgan hasn't been feeling like herself lately. Not like anyone can blame her. After all, being held captive by a psychotic fae prince hell-bent on permanently opening the gates to the Otherworld is bound to leave some mental scars.

It’s more than that, though. Something dark and insidious is spreading throughout Ivy, more powerful than she could ever imagine... and it’s coming between her and the man she’s fallen deeply in love with, elite Order member Ren Owens.

Ren would do anything to keep Ivy safe. Anything. But when he makes a life altering choice for her, the fallout of his act has far reaching consequences that threaten to tear their lives apart.

If Ivy is going to have any hope of surviving this, she must put aside the hurt and betrayal she feels, and work with not only those she loves, but with an enemy she would rather kill than ever trust. War is coming, and it soon becomes clear that what Ivy and Ren thought they knew about the Order, themselves, and even their enemies, has been nothing but a cluster of dangerous, deadly lies. Ivy knows she must be more than just brave to save those she loves--and, ultimately, to save herself. Because behind ever evil fae Prince, there’s a Queen…

# 1 NEW YORK TIMES Bestselling author Jennifer lives in Martinsburg, West Virginia. All the rumors you’ve heard about her state aren’t true. When she’s not hard at work writing. She spends her time reading, working out, watching really bad zombie movies, pretending to write, and hanging out with her husband and her Jack Russell Loki.

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Review: Broken Prince By Erin Watt – A Royal Affair!

From wharf fights and school brawls to crumbling lives inside glittery mansions, one guy tries to save himself. These royals will ruin you...Reed Royal has it all—looks, status, money. The girls at his elite prep school line up to date him, the guys want to be him, but Reed never gave a damn about anyone but his family until Ella Harper walked into his life. What started off as burning resentment and the need to make his father’s new ward suffer turned into something else entirely—keep Ella close. Keep Ella safe. But when one foolish mistake drives her out of Reed’s arms and brings chaos to the Royal household, Reed’s entire world begins to fall apart around him.Ella doesn’t want him anymore. She says they’ll only destroy each other. She might be right. Secrets. Betrayal. Enemies. It’s like nothing Reed has ever dealt with before, and if he’s going to win back his.

The story continues when Ella Harper believes that Reed Royal had slept with Brooke Davidson. After finding them in bed together, Ella is angry and heartbroken and decides to flee form the Royal house to start a new life. Soon after the entire Royal household is furious with Reed. They'd grown to love Ella as much as they had originally despised her and nobody is happy to have her gone. Meanwhile, At Astor Park Prep Academy Without the Royal brothers to keep things in check, Jordan Carrington and Daniel Delacort have unleashed terror on anyone they consider beneath them and to overthrow Reed, Easton, Sebastian, Sawyer and become the new leader. You'd swear these people were fighting the good fight overseas for years instead of just going to school to get an education. Anyways, soon after, Callum Royal is able to find Ella and bring her home. Although she's not happy about it, she is not looking forward to facing Reed after his betrayal, she realizes that her actions have affected others as well. Ella makes amends for the pain that she caused to Easton, and Valerie Carrington when she left abruptly. Reed is fighting to get into Ella's good graces. He is determined to win her over again, However she seems equally determined not to be fooled by him again. His betrayal is not something that she's willing to easily forgive or forget. Broken Prince is addictive and provocative web of secrets, lies, and intrigue, that seems to grow and morphs with every turn of the page. Some of those questions are answered, a few truths are unearthed, bonds are forged and broken. As it all leads up to another epic bombshell cliffhanger that the reader will not see coming!

This time the story is told through Reed Royal's POV as well as Ella Harper's POV. I enjoyed that the reader is able to explorer Reed's throughs, feelings and you'll learn just how much Ella means to him. One of his characteristics I liked is he was able to showed his love for Ella and admitted it without regrets or problems saying it. As I said on my last review for Paperless Princess it really helped the reader understand him more as well as evolving him into a more rounded and dynamic character. As for Ella, she didn't let guard down and easily forgive Reed. Ella as always is smart, observant, tough, brave, strong was able to defend and stand up for herself and others. There relationship, on the other hand, was very dramatic. Reed and Ella continue their chemistry and cheesy dialogues, amidst is all of the distrust and bickering. As for the secondary characters the royal boys are more involved in the story. Easton Royal did provide humor dialogue in the story but as well as something more deeper and complexed about his character. His friendship with Ella was cute, funny and treated her right as well as to be a brother figure/friend to her and always was on her side for dealing with intense situation.

Fortunately for The twins Sebastian and Sawyer there isn't much either except that they're twins, they do seem to blend into the background and not utilize as much in the stories. For the older brother Gideon Royal, you're does find out that he is being blackmailed by Dana, Ella's father's wife and that he is being tormented by her, there's an interesting development that happens as the story develops as it would surprise the readers. As for Callum Royal, he does treat Ella like his own daughter and would do anything to keep her safe. Ella's best friend Valerie Carrington is an supporting character and his is there for Ella to help her with dealing with Reed and the rivalries at Astor Park. Daniel Delacort Will be everyone's hate character. He is an out right creep, ember do anything to drug girls and seduce them. Just seeing what he did to read that is out right despicable and is sure to make he readers blood boil. The one character that devious vixen is none other than Brooke Davidson. Brooke is a piece of work, she's so evil, and manipulated the reader cannot help but just despise her. The character development has certainly have impact the story.

Once again Erin Watt has done it again provides the reader with stunning, intense, angst-filled and thrilling story. Erin's writing has done a great job in pacing, and keeping the reader engaged in the story. The crafty drama, unique conflicts and intrigue really makes this book series one of a kind and I will always want to go back into this chaotic world. All of the character development has improved along with their poor decision making skills gives you anxiety. However, feel sometimes that the plot would be slow sometimes and I wasn't sure if it was a type of filler or part of the story. After the ending cliffhanger, I'm looking forward to diving into the third installment of the series Twisted Palace!

The song I chose that best describes the story is Sorry by Madonna.

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Review: Paper Princess By Erin Watt – Royal Attitudes Without A Cause!

From strip clubs and truck stops to southern coast mansions and prep schools, one girl tries to stay true to herself. These Royals will ruin you… Ella Harper is a survivor—a pragmatic optimist. She’s spent her whole life moving from town to town with her flighty mother, struggling to make ends meet and believing that someday she’ll climb out of the gutter. After her mother’s death, Ella is truly alone. Until Callum Royal appears, plucking Ella out of poverty and tossing her into his posh mansion among his five sons who all hate her. Each Royal boy is more magnetic than the last, but none as captivating as Reed Royal, the boy who is determined to send her back to the slums she came from. Reed doesn’t want her. He says she doesn’t belong with the Royals. He might be right. Wealth. Excess. Deception. It’s like nothing Ella has ever experienced, and if she’s going to survive her time in the Royal palace, she’ll need to learn to issue her own Royal decrees.

Our story begins with a seventeen girl named Ella Harper. She is living on her own after her mother passing away and never having known her father. To support herself Ella is forced to resort to stripping and dancing for money to survive and to put a roof over her head. While she was stripping she encounters a man named Callum Royal, best friend to Ella's deceased father. He tells her that he new her father and that he is now her guardian. Once Callum learns of Ella's existence, he makes it his mission to take her under his wing and treat her as the daughter he never had. However, Ella doesn't believe him and has no intention of leaving with Callum, who claims to be the best friend of her recently deceased father. He is a very wealthy man and, offers Ella Ten thousand dollars for each month she stays with him. With much resistance and Despite her best efforts to evade him, Callum persists until he has Ella on a plane and headed to his home in Bayview. When Ella Arrives to Callum's home she meets his five sons, Gideon, Reed, Easton, and the twins Sebastian, Sawyer Royal. unfortunately the five teenage sons make their distaste for Ella equally clear, They believe, she a charity case, to have motives to harm their famaly, and accused to being a gold digger. Reed is the second oldest son and is clearly calling the shots. That are determined to do everything in their power to send to make he life a living hell and send back to were she came from. While Ella is fighting the cat and mouse game with the Royal sons, She is submersed in a world of luxury, glamour and excess that she'd never imagined existed in real life. Ella is taken clothes shopping by Callum's girlfriend Brooke Davidson. Ella feels that there's something off with her but decides to dismiss it because because she needs all the friendly faces she could talk too. Soon after she is enrolled in Astor Park Prep Academy an elite prep school and struggles to adjust to her new life and blend in, because the Royal boys rules the school complicating her socially from having any friends, despite more complications on having to doge Jordan a mean girl who has it out for Ella. However she does make a new friend, Valerie Carrington and is there to help Ella navigate her rocky new life. There is sexual tension between Reed and Ella is obvious there. However neither one likes the other, sometimes it seems like Reed straight up despises Ella, But the reader can feel the chemistry between them. As the story progress and with giving the plot away. Paper Princess is filled with angst/drama galore, revenge, twists and turns, and a bombshell cliffhanger that will leave the reader's head reeling!

Before I begin the character breakdowns, it should be noted that that the story does not involved a royal family ruling a country like I thought. I did felt taken aback by the name of title and series, which can come across as confusing to the reader picking up the book for the first time. However the story is told in Ella Harper's POV. Ella is a kick-ass feisty heroine. She is brave, smart, tough, and most importantly not whiney at all. I love that about her. She is also stands her ground type of character, brave, and one who dealt with her complex situations with her head held high. Throughout out the story Ella and Reed's volatile's relationship does develop into three stages: Hate, Lust and Sex. Ella is feisty heroine who falls for Reed who is a total douchenozzle when he's not being charming. Reed Royal can be downright despicable and intolerable for most of the beginning of the plot. He comes across as an emo child and uses his mother's death as a free pass to cause havoc on anyone whom he sees fit. As a male reader I wouldn't be friends with the Royal boys. It would be exhausting to be friends with the Royals, to assured that no one won't think he's a douche and that the students of Astor Park Prep understand he's a victim of circumstance. The one thing I did like about Reed is what he did to Daniel Delacort, after he was about to do something monstrous to Ella. He gets some credit. As for the rest of the Royal sons, Gideon is attending collage and not much is known about him. Easton is the first ones to warm up to Ella, I found the relationship odd at first because they share a kiss with one another but, you're thinking of being with other people, just using each other. that scene felt poorly written. As for the twins, Sebastian and Sawyer they felt one dimensional, just following the orders of their older brother. There father Callum Royal is very complex character he is clearly grieving for his wife, and best friend but I can tell that there's more to him I do believe that Callum really does care about her and want to take care of her and give her the life that she has always wanted but there is a small part of my brain that thinks he might have alternative motives with bring her to his house. I look forward to exploring more about his character development. They all started to form a relationship with Ella towards the end. As for Brooke Davidson, there is something off about her, and I can't wait for the reader to discover what that is at the end. I'm definitely interested in seeing how the characters relationships progress in the rest of the series.

Erin Watt writing is well-written, polished and fast pace. The Plot is told in the distinct manner of being such an addictive, electrifying and unbelievable story. As for the character development some of the characters were written very dynamic and others felt static. The characters that felt static were the Royal sons. they didn't feel like they were developed enough. They do come across as mysterious, brooding, and all of them wanting to terrorize Ella, through out the whole book. I wish their personalities would have developed a little bit more quicker in the book. I felt that their dialogue with short to the point and vague. If the reader could have more insight in to the mind of Reed or Easton' and to have them have there on POVS, I think It would benefit there character development and make them interesting and dynamic. This is a very exciting NA novel I have read in a while and if character dynamics we could have a masterpice on our hands. The ending left me wanting more, and I'm excited to dive in to the next book in the series Broken Prince!

The song I chose that best describes the story is I Waited For You By Valora.

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Review: The Hollow By Jessica Verday — A Tip-Toe Through The Grave Stones!

When Abbey's best friend, Kristen, vanishes at the bridge near Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, everyone else is all too quick to accept that Kristen is dead...rumors fly that her death was no accident. Abbey goes through the motions of mourning her best friend, but privately, she refuses to believe that Kristen is really gone. Then she meets Caspian, the gorgeous and mysterious boy who shows up out of nowhere at Kristen's funeral, and keeps reappearing in Abbey's life. Caspian clearly has secrets of his own, but he's the only person who makes Abbey feel normal again...but also special. Just when Abbey starts to feel that she might survive all this, she learns a secret that makes her question everything she thought she knew about her best friend. How could Kristen have kept silent about so much? And could this secret have led to her death? As Abbey struggles to understand Kristen's betrayal, she uncovers a frightening truth that nearly unravels her—one that will challenge her emerging love for Caspian, as well as her own sanity.

I t begins with Abbey Browning mourning the loss of her best friend Kristen. Abbey lives in a small town called Sleepy Hollow. Dealing with her friends death there is still doubt and Abbey doesn’t believe she’s dead, but she has no clue what happened, sense Kristen's body hasn't ben recover. At the funeral she encounters a boy name Caspian, who seems to be more than meets the eye. Abbey small attraction towards and is curious about him and she starts to fall in love with. The story builds gradually as Abbey tries to find consolation in her life by in doing the things she would've done were Kristen with her, In-till she discovers Kristen's secret red diary, and clues possibly the might have led to her death. She also want to know more about the mysterious Caspian and why he pops up from out of nowhere. Abby doesn't understand why Caspian could be is open and honest one minute then secretive and closed off the next. It all leads up to Abby uncovering a frightening truth, questioning her love and trust for Caspian, and in addition questioning her own sanity.

Abby Browning is not on of my favorites heroine. She is really everything I dislike in a main character and I would not want to hang out with her. She comes across weak, has no confidence, selfish, self-centered, whiny and always being a victim. For example there was a scene were she overhears two girls at a liquor store on their way to prom talking/bashing Abby and her dead friend Kristen. The author indicate that one of the girls has a price tag sticking out on one of the girls is back dress. If I was her I would've mustered up the strength to go up to her and pull the tag off her therefore she would have to pay for the whole dress and couldn't return it and I would have left the convenience store with the biggest grin that would put the cheshire cat to shame. anyways I do understand that she just lost your friend, she can be sad and grieve but as a reader, it could become very tiresome if its throughout the whole story. It is to be mention that she enjoys hanging out at Sleepy Hollow's cemetery. Talking to the dead and Looking for new things on the grave stones. Although I will say that her passion of creating perfumes was rather intriguing. Even through I'm a guy; I can appreciate about the characters hobby and would want to know more about the process of perfumes making. Caspian is the strangest love interest I have ever encountered in literature. Caspian isn't very drool-worthy. He seems completely indifferent to Abbey most of the time, and his character comes across as very vague. I hope the reader will be able to discover more in-depth of his dynamic character. As for Benjamin Bennett he has a crush on Abby throughout the story is there to comfort her. his character is used very randomly and not utilized enough in the story. Another bad example towards secondary character details is when Aunt Marjorie came to visit the family. The author briefly explains who she is and has a whole scene about how she was a pilot and Anna began to like her, there is no description of who the aunt looks like or what details on how she is related to the family. There was a scene between about what Aunt Marjorie and Anna talk about but fails to indulge in any type of dialogue to the reader. It was very vague and abrupt not being any specific details to help the reader understand.

Jessica Verday writing was clear and easy to understand. The plot did have a bit of intrigue, and mystery. The story overall was fun, original and kept my interested. I liked that it was based upon Washington Irving's classic tale of Sleepy Hollow. The most upsetting thing about the story was the climax and resolution at the end. The pacing was very slow and I was disappointed to have figured out the twist at the end of the book as it barely made any sense. The story did lack in depth, emotion, details, and rounded secondary characters. There is still a-lot of room for all of the characters to grow and expand. I don't this this is a bad story. I think if the author focuses more on a solid narrative arc instead of telling the reader about the mundane tasks that have no real place or importance in the main plot; as well as making all of the characters more rounded and dynamic by expansion them. I think it would be a remarkable story to read. The reason why had the tolerance through this book is because this story would make a good hallmark movie. Just make it more positive and upbeat instead of dark and dreary, I'm sure it would be a great hit! I realize that this is the first book in the series. Upon this review I have read the next two installments in the series The Haunted and The Hidden and I gave them one star. The story was disappointing, wasteful and uneconomical. This story had so much potential but I have to call it as I see it. I will not be reading anymore of the authors writing.

The song I chose that best describes the story is Tell Me Why by Within Temptation.

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Review: The Amateurs By Sara Shepard - Murder and Message Boards!

Five years ago, high school senior Helena Kelly disappeared from her backyard in Dexby, Connecticut, never to be heard from again. Her family was left without any answers—without any idea who killed Helena, or why. So when eighteen-year-old Seneca Frazier sees a desperate post on the Case Not Closed message board, she knows it’s time to change that. Helena’s high-profile disappearance is the one that originally got Seneca addicted to true crime. It’s the reason she’s a member of the site in the first place. Determined to get to the bottom of the mystery, she agrees to spend spring break in Connecticut working on the case with Maddy Wright, her best friend from Case Not Closed. However, the moment she steps off the train, things start to go wrong. Maddy’s nothing like she expected, and Helena’s sister, Aerin, doesn’t seem to want any help after all. Plus, Seneca has a secret of her own, one that could derail the investigation if she’s not careful. Alongside Brett, another super-user from the site, they slowly begin to unravel the secrets Helena kept in the weeks before her disappearance. But the killer is watching…and determined to make sure the case stays cold.

C ase Not Closed is a a popular website/message board dedicated to solving unsolvable crimes. When Aerin Kelly writes a desperate post for help, about the disappearance and murder of her older sister Helena Kelly. Aerin would do anything find her sister's killer. Seneca Frazier, Maddox Wright, Madison Wright (Maddox's step sister), and Bret Goady, frequently checks Case Not Closed, They see the desperate post from Aerin, pleading for help to find out what happened to her sister, Helena. They all agree to meet up to help solve the case. At first, Aerin is skeptical wondering how a bunch of teenagers can help her, but then she figures that she has nothing to lose. She has already lost so much already and is determined to find out what happened to her sister. The plot is full of code scrambles and mysterious clues. Each character is hiding something and slowly the truth is revealed. At times, the group finds out things that the police never did. They begin looking into many suspects and they soon realise that they're playing a dangerous game as it all leads up to a sinister revelation.

The story is told in five POV's. Aerin, Seneca, Maddox, Aerin and Bret. Whats interesting about these protagonists, it appears that each of them had experiences a family member was murdered. Aerin Kelly does come from a wealthy family. She come across as feisty, resilience, and smart. she's extremely angry with her parents and herself for giving up easily on Helena's case. she blows of steam by flirting and making out with guys and to have no commitment to them. He does come out of her shell when she meets the case not close group. Seneca Frazier come across has obsessed, thrill seeker that passionately wants to solve Helena's murder case. She is persistent, driven and smart she solves many riddles and clues. She is a keeper! Up next we have Maddox Wright. I like him! He's too nice and too friendly. He’s a nerd with an edge! He's Da man with all the girls, However he does tend to get himself into silly situations. Overall he's not you stereotypical tool, in fact I would hang out with him. Then there is Maddox's step sister Madison Wright. This girl can talk and talk, She is quick witted and rapid fire questions like there is no tomorrow, she definitely gutsy when it comes to finding out information. She is one of my favorite character in the series. Lastly theirs Bret Goady. He is a fascinating character. Bret comes across as intelligent and caring. He is the glue to the group, trying to keep everyone focus. However, he is a little obsessed with Aerin and his backstory is quite unique and very curious. Overall all of the characters in the book well-rounded adding an interesting element to the story. I disagree with many book reviews in regards to the male characters not being believable, in terms of their typical stereotype. I thought it was refreshing that the author didn't write Maddox and Bret as meatheads, with obnoxious or contemptible personality. It would have ruin the story and would have driven me nuts. Maddox and Bret were pretty cool. As a male reader it was nice to be able to relate to them.

Overall This story has a very clear plot center. Sara Shepard writing is well edited and very polished. The story is a fast-paced and engrossing read. The author writes in close third person and switches between characters in each chapter. I could not put the book down. I was hooked. This book is completely different from what Shepherd has wrote in the past. Sure there are some similarities but I like the teamwork and how each character is really thinking about and approaching the case Their was a bit of romance in the right places. But It did not overshadow the main story. It was unpredictable on what the characters were going to do and what their feelings are towards one another that does impact their decision making. I highly suggest and recommend The Amateurs and look forward to the next installment in the series.

The song I chose that best describes the story is Stranger By VersaEmerge.

Who is your favorite character in the book? Would you be brave enough to meet somebody to solve the mystery case? Did you guess the mystery twist at the end? Let us know in the comment box!

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Mastering The Art Of Gardening — Garden Tour #01

Hello Readers! I am starting a new blog feature called Mastering The Art Of Gardening. I started garden to years ago by planting a whole bunch of vegetables, fruits, and herbs into containers. I've use them everyday in my cooking and I have lost weight and gotten healthier. In this blog feature we will explore and learn about growing a home vegetable garden. Everything from seed starting, to planting, to picking and even grilling vegetables. I will also have a plant profile post that will have details on how to grow that specific, fruit, vegetable, or plant.

This feature was inspired by Books In The Garden. You must check out Julia's blog.

For my first post I made a video of a tour of the garden. I live in Northern California Zone 14.

Have you every started a garden, even if it was one plant? do you feel comfortable growing plants? What is your favorite fruit or vegetable to grow? Let us know in the comment box!

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Sparking The Fireplace: Graphic Novels Suggestions! – Feature And Follow #13

Do you read graphic novels or web comics? What are your recommendations?

Greetings Readers! It’s now for another Feature And Follow! When I attended high school I always a book or manga on hand. I was always the first to finished the class assignment and before boredom over come me, I would read a manga series. For those that don't know manga is a a Japanese graphic novel, typically intended for adults, characterized by highly stylized art and is read from right to left. Here are some of my recommendations:

Alice 19th, 7 volumes — Alice Seno seems like a normal girl in high school. She's a bit shy, she has a crush on a boy name Kyo, and she has a pretty older sister, Mayura, who is more popular than she is - especially with Kyou. Pretty normal stuff, until one day when, walking down the street, Alice hears strange voices instructing her to save a rabbit from being run over by a car. Alice's brave act almost costs her life, but the handsome Kyo saves her. Meanwhile, it seems the rabbit is no ordinary bunny, but a magical entity with great powers. Before she can figure out what's going on, the rabbit vanishes, only to reappear as a beam of light with a strange message just for Alice.

Ral Ω Grad, 4 volumes — The people of Sphaein are under siege by an army of horrendous monsters knows as Shadows. With the castle walls collapsing and their doom within sight they are persuaded to let loose a boy who himself has a Shadow within him. Released from his black cell a teenager who has never laid eyes on the opposite sex, he meets his beloved teacher face to face and discovers there are differences between men and women, differences he deems worth fighting for!

Buso Renkin, 10 volumes — Kazuki Mutou is mortally wounded saving a girl from a strange monster, but is given a new life through the power of the alchemically-made Core Iron. Along with a second chance, this grants him the ability to use his own Busou Renkin, or Alchemy Weapon. Joining forces with Tokiko, the Busou Renkin user he'd saved earlier and who gave him the Core Iron, he uses his newfound powers to fight the malevolent Homunculus monsters and protect his friends and the rest of mankind.

Ultimo, 11 volumes — Karakuridôji Ultimo is a manga series created by Stan Lee and written by Hiroyuki Takei. Pure Vice vs. Pure Virtue. Can one win without corrupting the other? Kurenai Doji: With girl and money troubles, life is hard enough for high school student Yamato, but then he stumbles upon Ultimo, a peculiar-looking puppet. Things only get stranger when Ultimo awakens and his archenemy Vice shows up. Will this be the battle that finally decides good versus evil, or is this just the beginning of a fantastic adventure?

Do you read graphic novels or web comics? What are your recommendations? Let us know in the comment box!

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Review: Revolution by Randi Cooley Wilson – Don't Look Back!

A King Rises. A Fate Seals. Realms Fall. Eve Collins has set in motion a chain of events that could destroy everything she’s ever loved. Surrounded by dangerous creatures, dark worlds, and the struggle to become who she was meant to be, Eve must complete her ascension and accept her destiny.War has begun. Losing is not an option. With dangers lurking around each corner, and everything against her, will Eve sacrifice her own happiness in order to tip the scale of balance? Which side will rise to power, and which fall to fate? In this fourth installment in The Revelation Series, Eve must risk everything she loves in order to prevent a centuries old war. Everything comes with a sacrifice, even love.

The story continues with Eve Collins leaving her gargoyle mate Asher St. Michael. She is feeling guilty after stabbing Asher in the heart. She plans on giving herself to Lucifer in order to save Elizabeth her mother. As she is about to turn herself over Gage Gallagher intervens saying he wasn't going to allow her to do something that is foolish. He instead takes her to see a Demon Lord named Asmodeus to see If there was a way to sneak into hell to rescue Eve's mother. There the meet a sorceress named Nasa who takes a liking to them and helps them. After a fail attempt to convince Asmodeus to help them, Eve, Gage and Nasa seek shelter at Marcus's place and to continue her training. Soon after Eve is reunited with the St. Michaels clan and Asher, even through what Eve did was a betrayal she hasn't lost the protection that the St. Michael clan has over her Asher is pissed and hurt by Eve's actions and must re-earn his trust. Eve tries to figure out what to do about the traitor in the clan, as well must faces many obstacles leading and during her ascension. She also tries to figure out what to do about the traitor in the clan. As the war between Heaven and Hell is at its peak. More secrets are revealed, deception is all-around, sacrifices will be made, no one is safe as it leads up to a interesting cliffhanger.

The story is told once again through Eve Collin's POV. In this book Eve begins to becoming stronger and more independent. Without Asher in the picture she was able to focus on her training and trying to discover who the traitor is. However it doesn't stop Eve for pining and grieving for Asher, as well acting like a victim. That really turn me off from her character. I know she is so much stronger and more clever. Asher St. Michael does bring the excitement and passion to the story. There reader will enjoyed seeing the deeper relationship between Asher and Eve, physically and emotionally. The only problem I had with them is that their relationship overshadowed the story. The first half of the book was dedicated to main plot story and the second half was just on the romance between Asher and Eve. It was not well balance at all. Gage Gallagher plays a bigger role in the story. His approach to being a protector is that he doesn't want to babysit Eve, he wants her to be responsible, think for herself and not be the damsel in distress. Gage turns out to be on of my favorite character, he is just was the story needs. As for the traitor sadly It was very predicable and not surprising to me. As for the secondary characters Abby, Callan, Keegan, and Mckenna are back with there endless humor and never ending banter, which makes for entertaining dialogue for the story.

The story continues to follow Eve Collin's POV. Eve now has to face the consequences of her actions. She has a big heart and is desperate to protect those she loves, interfering with her on safety. She doesn't consider how her actions affect Asher or the St. Michael clan. She comes a cross in this book of having a big heart, feisty, determined, easily distracted, and stubborn. Her and Asher relationship continues to grow as they work through trust issues. Asher St. Michael is more distant with Eve in this book. After being betrayed by Eve he is is extremely hurt, and angry; even though Asher puts on a poker face to hide is emotions we do see more of is vulnerable side and how much he cares for Eve. however that doesn't stop his awesome personality as he comes across as strong, confident, cocky and possessive. We do see the lengths he would go to protect Eve. Gage Gallagher does come out of his shell and is my favorite character. The reader will discover how Camille’s death affected him, and constant determination for vengeance for her. He does comes across more smart, strong and trustworthy. More of his story does shed some light to some questions regarding the main plot. As for the rest of the St. Michael clan, McKenna, Abby and Callan and Keegan characters does grow and become more involved in the story and they all become even more likeable.

Randi Cooley Wilson writing is well executed. Wilson’s does a great job in gradually building up the plot from chapter to chapter.It did have a few some grammar errors but that can easily be fixed. The overall plot and pacing of moved along nicely from the last book. I's fast paced, action-filled, thrilling and maintains the suspense, that will keep the readers interested. I wish we could have the main characters take more risks in the story. I do feel the the author was playing it safe. I really wanted to see St.Michael Clan journey to hell to rescue Eve's mother. That would have been a lot of fun, and who knows what type of drama could have folded. The author does expresses plot conflicts different way by lying, and betray. I look forward to reading the final installment in the series Restoration!

The song I chose that best describes the story is You Gave It All Away By Red.

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Sparking The Fireplace: Tips That Help With Blogging!  – Feature And Follow #12

What are some tips that help you with blogging?

Hello Readers! It's now for another Feature And Follow! I believe that every blogger does want their readers to have a lovely experience on their blog. I always try to help fellow bloggers out as much as I can. We do face many obstacles, either if it's the technical side/creating content for blogging. I have attended and graduated from Academy of Art University in San Francisco. I majored in graphic design and know a thing or two regarding this subject. Here is top five tips that have helped me with blogging, as well the resources I have used. I hope these tips help you as well.

1. Basic HTML/CSS Coding: I believe everyone who starts blogging should know basic coding. Coding can be a big obstacle we deal with, I know its a pain in the ass. But I have learn to Don't fear the Internet! When I took a web design course in college I want to pull my hair out. However, it did help me understand how HTML Elements would and how to better customize to look of your blog, as well adding/changing site structure, fonts, links, and images. I used this textbook. Its really great, and has help me out a few times.

http://www.htmlandcssbook.com/

Another wonderful resource a website called Don’t Fear The Internet by Jessica Hische & Russ Maschmeyer.  http://www.dontfeartheinternet.com/ 

2. Design: I can go on and on about this and make a separate blog post about this. When designing your blog I suggested having theses tips in mind. Try to find a clean and simple theme, I took me over two years to find the tumbler theme for Firebook Fiction. Next is branding: When it come to blog your brand identity ia a visual and verbal expression of your brand. Using this blog as an example; I came up with the concept and theme of naming the blog Firebook Fiction. I designed the logo of a book with flames on both sides on the front and back cover. It gives the feeling of sizzling, hot, and popular books that need to be read. A tip is to try to choose up to three to four colors as well as black and white. Thats what I did with mine. I kept in mine that I was designing a "visual system" meaning that it can carry over to designing, a stationary systems, posters, brochures, packaging, etc. So almost any large-scale design projects is essentially a series of related items that contain both theme and variation. When I was creating this blog I when through the design process. All designers have to do research, visual research, doing hand sketches, computer roughs exploring a variety of layouts and typefaces, etc. It's hard work, I know, but it's the only way I know to get great results. For research and inspiration on website designs, you guys might like to check out:

http://siteinspire.com/showcase/selected/ 

http://www.awwwards.com/ 

  3. Typography: When it comes to building a blog, we often focus on the theme, layout, reader personas, plugins, and other features. However, it’s imperative that you a great consideration that you pick a good font While it may not appear to be a big deal, choosing one font over another can make a very big difference in how your blog is received. I always go by this quote I made up in school. Good typography is economical. I believe good typography is use of the alphabet, to serve first to convey an understandable message (as in grammar and punctuation), and secondly to give a suitable voice to the manner of the message (as in through typeface, size, or layout). Good typography is different from all other typography in that it first pleases the eye, visually agreeable. It is clearly on a mission, meaning one is not confused as to why there is even type there to begin with, and a direction as in where to start and where to end. A strong tip I strongly suggest is that you stay away from scripted and monotype fonts which typically aren’t very practical in blog design. If you are a beginner I would choose a Serif or Sans-Serif font. Its very easy for you reader to read. Here are two websites for research and inspiration on typography, you guys might like to check out:

http://explorationsintypography.com/ 

http://typographica.org/ 

4. Content: You want to make sure you have good content to share with your reader. In this case bookish reviews, you want to make sure your reviews and thoughtful, keeping the topic consistent, and to be active in the bookish community as much as possible. Here is a Youtube class lecture about Step Your Blog Game Up – Blogging and Social Media by Academy of Art University. I found this video has many tips regarding this subject.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXxAmM8rvME&t=1240s 

  5. Being truthful: Is quite simple. No copy-catting. Stop trying to be like someone you admire and instead find out what unique offering you have. Tell the truth. Give credit for other person writing, or images. Never lie, Don't steel, or plagiarism other peoples work. Trust is slowly earned and easily lost. If the words aren’t truthful, the finest typography won’t help. Unfortunately, people can't seem to understand that.

What are some tips that help you with blogging? Let us know in the comment box!

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Review: Redemption by Randi Cooley Wilson – I Spy With My Eye A Traitor!

For Eve Collins, darkness has descended after her love vanished into the night sky. A new protector has been appointed, one who challenges everything she’s believed to be true. In this third installment of The Revelation Series, Eve will become aware of dangers and worlds that exist only in her nightmares, and bloodline secrets that will trigger a centuries old war. You can escape anything, except your destiny.Readers captivated by Revelation and Restraint will become enthralled with Redemption.

The story continues right after Restrant and Eve Collins is reeling after Asher St. Michael has left her. Due to the gargoyle council's decision, Asher is under investigation and temporarily removed as Eve's protector. However, their separation is emotionally painful and agonizing for the both of them. Eve must deal with Asher's absence and to focus on her ascension, she now has to deal with her new protector Gage Gallagher. Gage's training is tough and not pleasant, has he tries to prepare her for the battle against Lucifer and the dark army. Eve is still under the protection of the other members of St Michael clan along with Gage has they try to discover the identity of who the traitor is amongst their kind. However nothing would keep Asher away for Eve for very long as their relationship continues, growing even stronger with their sensual and maturing romance. Eve will learn the shocking truth surrounding the secrets everyone has been keeping, her heritage and how her and Asher’s bloodlines are intertwined. This is a story that will take a reader on a series of events with twists and turns, with new villains,new allies, developing friendships, and more secrets that is so devastating it makes Eve rethink everything she knows. That will leave the reader with a heartbreaking cliffhanger.

The story is told once again through Eve Collin's POV. In this book Eve begins to becoming stronger and more independent. Without Asher in the picture she was able to focus on her training and trying to discover who the traitor is. However it doesn't stop Eve for pining and grieving for Asher, as well acting like a victim. That really turn me off from her character. I know she is so much stronger and more clever. Asher St. Michael does bring the excitement and passion to the story. There reader will enjoyed seeing the deeper relationship between Asher and Eve, physically and emotionally. The only problem I had with them is that their relationship overshadowed the story. The first half of the book was dedicated to main plot story and the second half was just on the romance between Asher and Eve. It was not well balance at all. Gage Gallagher plays a bigger role in the story. His approach to being a protector is that he doesn't want to babysit Eve, he wants her to be responsible, think for herself and not be the damsel in distress. Gage turns out to be on of my favorite character, he is just was the story needs. As for the traitor sadly It was very predicable and not surprising to me. As for the secondary characters Abby, Callan, Keegan, and Mckenna are back with there endless humor and never ending banter, which makes for entertaining dialogue for the story.

Randi Cooley Wilson writing as always well written and fast paced. She has managed to created such a profound world with such amazing well rounded characters. I only wish that the story was better executed. This book series as the right raw ingredients to become something that is memorable, interesting and the story would stay with them for for along time. One of the major issue I had was the constant repetitiveness of the word protector. In the throughout the dialogue of the story, there was the reassurance of "I am you protector." We get it! the reader does not need to be reminded every other paragraph. It drove me batshit crazy. What I did enjoy about the story is theres a certain amount of world building and to be able to learn ore about the different groups of characters. It as an appeal that can allow the reader to have an interest to unique and exciting to the world. I look forward to to continue the series and dive into Revolution!

The song I chose that best describes the story is Don't Forget About Me By Emphatic.

If you had to choose a gargoyle protector to protect you who world it be? we you surprised about who the traitor was? Let us know in the comment box!

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Sparking The Fireplace: Anticipated Movie From Book Coming Out In 2017 – Feature And Follow #11

Greetings Readers! I have finally emerged from my man cave! The last five months has been a tad hectic. Dealing with health issues, The crazy holiday season, and work. It has been impossible to blog. However I am back have been reading and listening to audiobooks to a few great series. hopefully I'll start reviewing again this week. I will try to post as consistently as possible. For anyone who is new and has stumbled upon this blog, I want to welcome you to Firebook Fiction! Grab a steaming mug of hot, a book, come take a seat comfortable chair next to the cozy fireplace. It's now time to get back to another Feature And Follow!

What movie from book coming out in 2017 are you most excited about?

One of the book to movie adaption I've been dying to see for quite some time is Fallen by Lauren Kate. I know that for some readers this book got mixed reviews. They either liked it or disliked it. I happened to like it, because it was my first angel story I had read in the YA genre. For those who haven't read the book is about Lucinda Price goes to Sword and Cross, a boarding in Savannah where she meets the mysterious Daniel Grigori. Being drawn to him she tries to figure out if Daniel's darkest secret that may have something to do with her. I've really been waiting for a story regarding the fallen angels, there really hasn't been good exploration about angel stories.There has been a lot of confusion on when the film will be released. The film was originally set to be released in fall 2015, but it was confirmed by author Lauren Kate that it will be released in early 2017. Oddly, the movie has been released in different countries except for US, UK, and Australia. Something must have happened between the production team or marketing. Anyways I always enjoy compare and contrasting the movie to the book. I look forward to seeing the film!

What movie from book coming out in 2017 are you most excited about that I have forgotten? Let us know in the comment box!

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Review: The Beauty of Darkness by Mary E. Pearson – Kingdoms In Chaos!

Lia has survived Venda—but so has a great evil bent on the destruction of Morrighan. And only Lia can stop it. With war on the horizon, Lia has no choice but to assume her role as First Daughter, as soldier—as leader. While she struggles to reach Morrighan and warn them, she finds herself at cross-purposes with Rafe and suspicious of Kaden, who has hunted her down. In this conclusion to the Remnant Chronicles trilogy, traitors must be rooted out, sacrifices must be made, and impossible odds must be overcome as the future of every kingdom hangs in the balance.

After nearly escaping Venda, Princesse Lia and Prince Rafe take refuge, in a secluded hide out that was discovered by Prince Rafe’s Guild. Having been shot by and arrow, Princesse Lia is determined to survive as she fights of pain and a fever. After regrouping and recovering, Princesse Lia, Prince Rafe and the Guild being to journey back to Dalbreck to warn everyone about the attack that would come from the Komizar and his huge army, plus about the corruption of the Morrigan council. Meanwhile, Kaden is seeking vengeance for the Komizar and believes that Lia had deceived him, he pursues the group that had escape Venda. Soon after Kaden and Griz catches up to Princesse Lia’s group, They are bound and captured. Kaden tries to make Lia believe that Komizar is alive and can protect her from his wrath. Weary of Kaden’s trust they that him and Griz as prisoners back to Morrighan. After being ambushed, Kaden and Grizz helps the Guild fend off the Rahtan and offers to help them in case more enemies appear  that were sent to hunt them. After agreeing  and gaining a bit of trust, they all manage to reach an outpost were Dalbreck soldiers are station in Cam Lanteux. Upon their arrival, Prince Rave is informed of his father passing making him the new king of Morgan. After the crew is recovering after a long journey, Lia gets confirmation that the Komizar is alive and decides to return to Morrigan and to warn them about the Venda army that is coming. However with the Morrigan counsel corrupted and the king ill  they have marked Princess Leah has as a traitor, and if she was to be found, she would be executed. As the Venda army begins its stealth invasion, Princess Leah is determined to expose the council, save the king and queen (her parents) and convince the people Morrigan to prepare for war so that they can defeat the evil Komizar'a Army and bring peace and unite all the kingdoms. Princess Leah will need the strength of her comrades, allies, and her faith in the spiritual force that guides her when she speaks the people of Dalbreak, Morrighan, and Venda. The series final of The Remnant Chronicles is an action-packed, heart wrenching, suspenseful, and riveting conclusion to this incredibly addictive series.

The reader is immersed into four POV’s, the main heroine, Lia,  Rafe, Kaden, and Pauline. All of the main characters came full circle. Lia was brave in facing her obstacles, has a tender heart, and was both intelligent and intuitive. Every choice Lia had to make was taking something from her. What was impressive by how she could sacrifice her love life for something that was worth much more, without whining, complaining or playing a victim. I was most refreshing! Rafe did step up on his new role has king, even through he is a deeply flawed person. It was interesting how he was able to gain control of the Dalbreck court and army. I don’t think he went about it the right way. I was disspointed that Rafe was easily blackmail to marry the general’s daughter in order to remain king. I was surprised he gave in so easily. However he was smart into trusting Lia, intuition and was able to coronate Komizar’s army whereabouts. As for Kaden he was able to stand up to his demons. My favorite scene is when he finally confronted his father, got the justice he wanted.Pauline’s character changed a lot too from the first book. I didn’t feel that she had a huge role in the story. I felt plot wise she could have have had a bigger impact story wise or be a part of a plot twist. I still think she should have told Mikael that he was the father and then tell him that she wanted nothing to do with him or anything from him. However, I am glad there was a happy ending for her and Kaden. The trio of guards Tavish, Jeb and Orrin, were all well written and did have an impact to the story.

Mary E Peterson's writing once again is fantastic. The story was on point. She really captures adequacy of the medieval language. The dialogue is both heartfelt, moving, engaging, and often times very breathtaking. This story for the series overall is filled with suspense, danger and tension filled, invoking the readers emotions. I did notice that A few scenes felt a little filler and unnecessary. I also felt that the ending was a little rushed, The pacing was very quick during the final battle scene. The story wraps up all the loose ends, for most of the characters and the story will conclude in a way that will satisfy readers Who has to say goodbye to this world. I highly recommend The Remnant Chronicles to readers who enjoy Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure. I also will be look forward to reading more books in the future from the author.

The song I chose that best describes the story is A Call To Arms by Laura Jansen

What did you think of the ending? Did you like it? Why? Who is your favorite character in the story? Lets us know in the comment box!

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Sparking The Fireplace: Favorite, Hated And Memorable Characters – Feature And Follow #10

This week’s prompt: What are some of your favorite, hated or memorable characters?

Greetings Readers! Here is another Feature And Follow! Every story need a villain as the old saying goes and its quite right. A villain character does help craft the conflict in storytelling. I like to think of the heroes/heroine as Faces and the there are the villains called the Heels. If we had a story that was nothing but Faces it would be boring it wouldn’t really be as interesting or entertaining. You have to have a couple good heels in the story because a good heal that would cheat, lie, and do the most awfullest things to beat their opponent. It adds drama, storylines, and fun. So villains are a Heels and plots have to them in the story for a while, even if the reader hates them. So here are each a female/ male villains I love to hate. These images came from Pinterest.

Jane from the Twilight Series — Jane is a high-ranking member Volturi guard. She has a twin brother Alec, and together they are the Volturi's most powerful offensive weapons. Jane has the ability to induce a crippling, although illusory, pain in other people's minds, which serves greatly in instilling fear and maintaining order to confrontations. I have always hated her and Always hoped that the Cullens would tear Jane limb from limb, but that was just wishful thinking.

Brennus de Graham from the The Premonition Series — Brennus is the king of the Gancanagh. His is a piece of work. He is always contemplating a hundred ways to imprison his “queen” Evie. His entitlement, delusion, and hostility-warped mind is scary. What’s super frightening is that one of his ability ables him to possess Evie’s body for a short amount of time and that his magic can work on angels. It’s usually when she’s asleep or just waking up. He believes they can have a “fresh start” since they are even with one another. I cannot even begin to fathom that mindset. But, he does help Evie in the war against Shoel. We also get to learn more about him when he was a fairy, which is very interesting. Actually really liked him towards the end of the series, his character has improved.

What are some of your favorite, hated or memorable characters? Let us know in the comment box!

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Review: Requiem By Jamie McGuire –You Can't Handle The Dreams!

Dreaming of the dead might mean a restless night for anyone, but for Nina Grey it was a warning. Still healing from her last run-in with Hell, Nina struggles with not only her life as a Brown University student, but also as an intern at Titan Shipping, her father's company. Recurring nightmares about her father's violent death have become a nightly event, but being overwhelmed with guilt from Ryan's unexpected departure to the Armed Forces, and heart ache over Claire being across the ocean to protect him, Nina believes her sleepless nights are the least of her problems—but she's wrong. Worried about Nina's declining health, Jared must steal back Shax's book for answers. Fighting new enemies, and with the help of new friends, Jared's worst fear comes to fruition. Desperate, he is faced with a choice: Fight Hell alone, or start a war with Heaven.

I really enjoyed this book better than the first one. The characters were more developed and evolved. I found Nina’s nightmares interesting as it was a type of flashback about her father (Jack) and Jared’s father (Gabe) stealing the Nuisance de Demoniac book from Shax the Duke of Hell. It was a great arrangements of the elements included building the conventional plot. Through out the story there are certainly many twist and turns, I didn’t see coming. Somethings are answered regarding the fate of Nina and Jared, all leading up to a dramatic and action-packed showdown with Shax and the forces of Hell. 

My favorite characters in the book were Claire and Bax. Claire is awesome, She was there for Ryan with her kick-ass skills and her funny and sweet dialogue. My favorite quotes from her is in my info is in the “Firebook Pin”. It pretty funny. Max is the younger brother of Jared and Claire. He was a extremely useful supporting character. Bax was amazing in his responses to rising action conflicts durning the intense battle scene at the church. His actions were very underestimated to the reader, regardless he appears has a thirteen year old. I would enjoy hang out with him. I wonder if Bax will get a taleh in the last book of the series, Eden? My least favorite character in the book was Sasha. She felt like a filler character to me. While reading I kept waiting for Sasha’s character to develop. I was expecting to create some type of conflict with Nina, in regarding to her dreams or being involve with her or working for Shax. She kind of faded into the background, I suspect she could play have a bigger role in Eden? The two characters I wanted to learned more about is the backstory of Isaac and his taleh, Donavan. Why did they decided to work for Shax? In the story Jared said he grew up with Isaac when they were kids. What happened between them? 

My favorite scene was the battle that took place at the church. It really show the potential and determination of each character’s stamina. Shax, was desperate and relentless in trying to get the Demoniac book back. Isaac even put his taleh, Donavan at high risk. Nina and Jared did everything to try to protect there love ones. They both had to choosing between the lesser of two evils, protect each other, or someone they love get hurt or die. I didn't have a least favorite scene. The book was edited so well, there wasn’t a scene that dragged on. It was a pleasantly surprise. Jamie did an wonderful job on keep the story on track and well polished. One of the biggest improvement was that The story was well edited. In this first book Providence, the story seem to drag out and there were certain scenes that could have been summarized to a short summary. In Requiem there were many scenes that were summarized, making the events much more dire and real, in the readers mind. Jamie also does an out-standing job on the easy to understand dialogue, make the characters interesting and relatable to the reader. Overall, Providence is a great read that will make you want to find out the conclusion of the story. I am looking forward to reading Eden the final installment of the Providence series. The song that best describes the story, is Through Hell by We Are The Fallen.

Who was you favorite character in the story? Do you agree with the song that I have chosen? Lets us know in the comment box!

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Sparking The Fireplace: Favorite Book Worlds – Feature And Follow #9

Greetings Readers! Here is another Feature And Follow! I’m still sick with the flu so hopefully there are not many of grammar errors.

This week’s prompt: What is your favorite book worlds.

Through out storytelling its the writers job to create a world that entices you in and shows you what’s at stake. Like dialogue, settings must do more than one thing at once, from illuminating the story’s symbolic underpinnings to such practical kinds of “showing” as reflecting emotion or revealing subtle aspects of character’s life. Typically readers do enjoy reading about different enchanted/hidden worlds because it makes new boundaries and possibility and it has it’s own unique characteristics, atmosphere, and logic, making the setting of excellent fiction. Here are three worlds I would want to go and visit.

The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter: Who wouldn’t want to be a witch or wizard. As a kid I always want to go to Hogwarts the castle with a stronghold of ancient magic.I would cast spells and make potions everyday. I would want to go shopping in Diagon alley and go to Honeydukes in Hogsmeade. I still have not been able to go to the real theme park. I want to go so badly!

The Nevernever from The Iron Fey: Probably one of the most dangerous place I want to go to. The Nevernever is the world from which faeries come. It is divided into territories, including the Seelie Court, the Unseelie Court, the Wyldwood, and the Iron Court. Travel to and from the Human world is done through trods, or gateways between the worlds. Time runs differently in the Nevernever than in the human world, though it does seem to exist. I would want to go on adventures with Grimalkin, Meghan, Ash, Puck, and the big bad wolf.

Idris world From The Mortal Instruments: Idris is a hidden city in a shallow valley and divided by a river It rises up the side of a steep hill on one side, and its houses pile atop one another. The construction is mostly in gold and honey-colored stone, with red tile roofs. It also has lush gardens and meadows. Its capital, and only city, is Alicante. I would also want to be a shadowhunter, to be able to use runes would be awesome!

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Review: Providence By Jamie McGuire – Sweet Potato Fries And A Safety Deposit Box, Too!

Struggling with her father's death, Nina meets Jared Ryel, presumably by chance. However it soon becomes clear that he knows more about her than even close friends. When her father's former associates begin following her in the dark, Nina learns that her father was not the man she thought he was, but a thief who stole from demons. In searching for the truth behind her father's death, she stumbles upon something she never expected, and something Hell wants, that only she holds the key for. Jared risks everything to keep the women he was born to save, by sharing the secret he was sworn to protect.

The storyline focuses on a young college student named Nina Grey after the events of her father’s (Jack) death. The day of her dad’s funeral, A mysterious guy named Jared Ryel suddenly starts to enter her life. Throughout the story, Nina encounters Jared many more times and feels a connection and attraction towards him. Later, Jared finally tells her she is his taleh (A type of action between an angel and human. When Angels die when their taleh (their protect) dies.) One of my favorite scenes in the book is where Jared and Nina are investigating as to why the duke of hell wants to target Nina. They go on a little scavenger hunt of clues left by Jack. Finally It leads them to a safety deposit box. As a reader I was very intrigued what Jared and Nina discovered in the safe, I believe it was a critical moment in the plot. As to what was in the safe you will need to read the book to find out.

The supporting characters were well-rounded in terms of creating a consistent realistic-sounding dialogue. Nina’s friend’s Beth and Kim were awesome. Ryan is an interesting character, because their is a twist with him. The Ryel family are just lovely, I would like to know each of them a little bit better. One of my favorite character in the book is Claire Ryel. She is a bundle of joy. She is kick-ass and witty, but alas her character develops throughout the book.

One of my least favorite scene is when Nina was so desperate to get Jared's attention, She had a brilliant idea to stop her car over a bridge, then used her father's letter opener to pop a hole in her car’s tire, stranding herself in the middle of nowhere, and while knowing that there are enemies after her. This decision was pure silliness. Why would you put yourself in danger KNOWING you have people that want to hurt you!? Come on Nina, your smarter that this, As a reader I was rooting for you, girl. Another situation that happened in the book was when she broke up with Jared for a stupid and illogical reason. The reason being to save Jared’s family but in a I love you but I’m staying away from you for your own good, even though we will both be miserable type of way. Also in order make Jared move on, She makes matters worse by “pretending” to date Ryan her supposed soulmate, knowing perfectly well that Ryan loves her. Nina also fail to understand that with without Jared’s constant presence and protection, She would probably be hurt or killed.

The whole story was beautifully written. Jamie’s does a great job in gradually building up the plot from chapter to chapter. It keeps the reader in suspense as to what happens next in story. Most of the storyline centered around the romance between Jared and Nina. The story did seem drag out from time to time but knowing this is a building series, I believe this book is really was the groundworks or “building blocks” to have the story evolve into something much darker with a deeper plot. I look forward to reading the next book in the series Requiem.

The song that best describes the story, is Heaven or Hell By Digital Daggers.

Would you be freaked out if someone was following/watching you all your life? would you stop your car over a bridge, pop a hole s in your car’s tire, stranding yourself in the middle of nowhere? Do you agree with the song that I have chosen? Lets us know in the comment box!

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