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Showing posts with label Cassandra Clare. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cassandra Clare. Show all posts

Saturday, July 11, 2015

Jubilant July Releases~

The new releases posts are back once more! :)
Let's see what great books are coming out this month!

Go Set a Watchman (To Kill a Mockingbird, #2)Go Set a Watchman (To Kill a Mockingbird #2)
by Harper Lee
Release Date: July 14th, 2015

Thoughts: If you guys haven't heard about the sequel to To Kill a Mockingbird, well here's the heads up! I can't believe things like finding a lost manuscript from the 1950s can happen. And it did! So now, we can know how Scout grew up to be and what she did to do her part in the community. :) 


The Heart of Betrayal (The Remnant Chronicles, #2)The Heart of Betrayal (The Remnant Chronicles #2)
by Mary E. Pearson
Release Date: July 7th, 2015

Thoughts: To everyone who has read The Kiss of Deception, I'm pretty sure you all would know already that the much anticipated sequel is out! And I absolutely cannot wait to read it! So I'll just be right back after reading. :) 


Jesse's Girl (Hundred Oaks)Jesse's Girl (Hundred Oaks #whoeverknows)
by Miranda Kenneally
Release Date: July 7th, 2015

Thoughts: I've been seeing this book floating around some blogs lately, although I haven't read the reviews yet. I started this series with Catching Jordan, which I really enjoyed. But I feel like this series dried out as it moves on the next couple. They just didn't have the same intense chemistry and suspense to me as the first one. Maybe I'll check this one out because the synopsis seemed pretty intersting.


Pale Kings and Princes (Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy, #6)Pale Kings and Princes (Tales from Shadowhunter Academy #6)
by Cassandra Clare and Robin Wasserman
Release Date: July 21st, 2015

Thoughts: I had no idea there was a Tales from Shadowhunter Academy series going on. Although I did enjoy The Mortal Instruments and loved the Infernal Devices even more, I haven't been keeping up with Cassie Clare's companion series, even though I did read The Bane Chronicles. Because who can resist Magnus Bane?


by Robin Benway
Release Date: July 16th, 2015

Thoughts: This one is also one of those books I've hearing and seeing a lot about lately. I read the synopsis, seems utterly charming and fun to read, but the reviews only seem to be so-so. I'll consider it, but I'm not 100% committed to read it yet. If I do, I'll be sure to post a review~


The House of the Stone (The Lone City, #1.5) The House of Stone (The Lone City #1.5)
by Amy Ewing
Release Date: July 7th, 2015

Thoughts: For those who have read The Jewel and cannot wait for the sequel to come out in October, here's a novella to thrust you back into the world of The Jewel by giving you Raven's POV and a darker side with more information on the plot of The Jewel. Enjoy!


Alive (The Generations Trilogy, #1)Alive (The Generations Trilogy #1)
by Scott Sigler
Release Date: July 14th, 2015

Thoughts: I have never seen this book or heard of this series but it seems to be garnering a whole lot of attention. I read the synopsis and learned absolutely nothing. All I see are the words MYSTERY and SUSPENSE written over and over again. Sounds similar to The Maze Runner idea, but probably not the same.  

Well, here's all the books that I could find that interests me.
Are there any missing?
Comment down below if I missed one of your anticipated reads for July!
 Happy Reading~

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Sophisticated September Releases~

Ready for yet another month of books? 
Let's see what new exciting books are being released this month, shall we? :)

Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass, #3)Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass #3)
by Sarah J. Maas
Release Date: September 2nd, 2014

Thoughts: I have read the first book, but not the second one. This is definitely a great series with a kickass protagonist. I'm not really sure if this is the last one in the series or there's going to be more. I"ll find that out later. LOL. Or if any of you would like to leave a comment to let me know, go ahead! After reading the first one, I wasn't absolutely IN LOVE with it like a lot of other people. Maybe be because I skim read it. But I would definitely be reading the second in the series if I have extra time. I mean, who doesn't love some romance and a girl protagonist assassin? That's almost impossible! :)


The Iron Trial (Magisterium, #1)The Iron Trial (Magisterium #1)
by Holly Black & Cassandra Clare
Release Date: September 9th, 2014

Thoughts: Woah. Holly Black and Cassie Clare! What even! Well, the only Holly Black series I read was Black Cat, because it was a book club thing. I thought it was alright. But I read almost all of Cassie Clare's series. Like The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices. Totally love that series! Historical fiction lovers!!! Who like a little bit of magic. AND HOT GUYS! Read the Infernal Devices! :) IF you haven't already. Although this one is a middle grade read, I might check it out if I've got time, unless it gets super ravings, then I guess I gotta check it out. ;D

Tagline: A riveting new series that defies what you think you know about the world of magic.

by Jandy Nelson
Release Date: September 16th, 2014

Thoughts: I absolutely loved Jandy Nelson's The Sky is Everywhere. It was cute! Although I kind of forgot what it was about since I read it like so long ago. This new story of hers is definitely a must read. The beginning, middle grade part, I'm not that interested in. I do like the twin idea though. :) I'm really looking forward to seeing them growing up as teenagers and seeing the romance and twin dynamics there. When it's Jude's point of view. 

by Lauren Oliver
Release Date: September 23rd, 2014

Thoughts: I've always loved Lauren Oliver's YA novels like Delirium and If I Stay. This is going towards a more mature audience. It's more of family dramas and ghosts than romance. One thing you guys should know about me is that I don't do ghosts. The only ones I allow in books are those super friendly ones that are actually super funny and idiotic and have no idea they're dead. And romances with ghosts??.....ummm. Yeah I don't know....

by Scott Westerfeld
Release Date: September 23rd, 2014

Thoughts: The overall theme is like Scott Westerfeld's dystopian novels. But I'm not sure if this book is a novel inside a novel, or the main character is actually experiencing the things she's writing down about. Maybe I'll check this out if I've got time. So far, it didn't snag my attention, but who knows, maybe it'll be good. :)

Tagline: You thought your way here.


The Jewel (The Lone City, #1)The Jewel (The Lone City #1)
by Amy Ewing
Release Date: September 2nd, 2014

Thoughts: I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this at my school's book club. And the book didn't really disappointed. There was definitely suspension and a cliffhanger ending. But I wasn't really into the romance in this series. At least not yet. I hope there's going to be romance with another guy, because I don't like the guy she falls for. You can find my review HERE. 

Tagline: The power to choose comes with a price.

Ashes to Ashes (Burn for Burn, #3)Ashes to Ashes (Burn for Burn #3)
by Jenny Han & Siobhan Vivian
Release Date: September 16th, 2014

Thoughts: I didn't start reading this series yet, but I'm willing to try. :) Because I read Jenny Han's To All the Boys I'ved Loved Before and absolutely adored it! I just can't get enough of Jenny Han's writing after that. So, yep. If I have time though. Because it's so hard to find time right now. 

Tagline: New Year's ended with a bang and Mary, Kat,and Lillia may not be prepared for what is to come. 

by Kiersten White
Release Date: September 9th, 2014

Thoughts: Looking for a supernatural paranormal book to read? Here's one for you! It's deemed Downtown Abbey meets Cassandra Clare! Personally, I'm not much for supernatural but if the romance and the plot is good, I might try it! 


Blackbird (Blackbird Duology, #1)Blackbird (Blackbird #1)
by Anna Carey
Release Date: September 16th, 2014

Thoughts: I've read a few ARC reviews about this people. People either hated it or loved it. The plot and everything definitely sounds intriguing. I would totally read it. But I heard 2nd POV is really hard to get used to or understand. Maybe I could understand it well. I think 2nd POVs are how some fanfictions are written. Yannoe the ones that involves celebrities boys and you? LOL. I don't even read fanfiction. No time in life. I might check this one out though.

Tagline: You don't know who you are, but they do.

Messenger of Fear (Messenger of Fear, #1)
Messenger of Fear (Messenger of Fear #1)
by Michael Grant
Release Date: September 23rd, 2014

Thoughts: Did I talk about this before? I have a feeling I've mentioned it in a previous release post. Maybe. I dunno. I'm not a big Michael Grant fan soo.....but the synopsis reminds of the Hunger Games and like The Maze Runner or something. Lately, I've kind of getting tired of dystopia. I'm really into the Fantasy Medieval genre nowadays. So...maybe, maybe not.

Tagline: If you are WICKED, the Messenger will find you.

Sparks Rise (The Darkest Minds #2.5)Sparks Rise (The Darkest Minds #2.5)
by Alexandra Bracken
Release Date: September 2nd, 2014

Thoughts: Omg. Haven't thought about this series for awhile! After those cliffhanger endings,I just couldn't bare to suffer the wait, so I just literally tried to forget it! BUT now it's back, the last book is coming! SOON! Sparks Rise is definitely a teaser in my mind. It's saying "Get ready for the conclusion!"

In The Afterlight (The Darkest Minds, #3)In the Afterlight (The Darkest Minds #3)
by Alexandra Bracken
Release Date: September 16th, 2014

Thoughts: Here it is! The conclusion! Gotta find time to read this one! The Darkest Minds Never Fade in the Afterlight is now complete!! Can't wait to find out what happens to dear ol' Liam and Ruby. Them two though.


There are SOOO many books this month! I couldn't possibly put them all in here! Well, I could, but I'm absolutely waay too lazy. Plus, guys, I still have homework and tests tomorrow. *cries. 

But let's get on with the topic. 
What are your opinions about these new September releases? 
Good, bad?
Any books you're particularly excited for?

Sunday, January 5, 2014

Juicy January Releases~

Happy New Year, guys!
A new year means new beginnings. :)
Gonna try to post more this year despite how busy school keeps me. Creating good habits.
Writing posts instead of watching a movie. 
Hmm. How at least one post per movie I watch. 
Haha. Let's start today. 

So here some January new releases! 
Enjoy! 


The Destiny of Violet & Luke (The Coincidence, #3)The Destiny of Violet & Luke (The Coincidence #3)
by Jessica Sorensen
Release Date: January 27th, 2014

Thoughts: If I'm not mistaken, Luke is from The Coincidence of Callie and Kayden. It's a really cute book. SO. Why not help promote. :D Jessica Sorensen books are pretty entertaining. I enjoy reading them. :) Although I'm not sure if I would read this one though. Maybe if I have time.

Tagline: Luke Price's life has always been about order, control, and acting tough on the outside.
See. I never really loved Luke in the first place, but feelings can always change. Maybe we get to see more Callie and Kayden in this novel. 


by Jessica Khoury
Release Date: January 14th, 2014

Thoughts: OMG. ABSOLUTELY CAN'T WAIT FOR THIS. LOVE JESSICA KHOURY'S BOOKS. I only read one though, but seriously I loved it so much. Origin was pretty much the best stand-alone I ever read. I'm glad Vitro is also a stand-alone because I absolutely love stand-alones. They make the best novel ever. <3  Hopefully, guys, look forward to a review. I'll try to commit a review.

Tagline: On Skin Island, even the laws of creation can be broken.
A legit tagline this time. :D Love it. Even though it's a bit broad and widely used. Hope Khoury can make this special.
  
 
Shaken Not Stirred (Mixology) 
Shaken Not Stirred (Mixology#1)
by Alyssa Rose Ivy
Release Date: January 7th, 2014

Thoughts: Another Alyssa Rose Ivy novels. Even though I don't really keep up and read all her new releases, it's nice to just promote her. :) Hmm. Well, another new adult novel. 

Tagline: Finding the perfect guy is like mixing the perfect drink. It's all about the taste and presentation.
Good point there. Hmmm. Sounds like this will cook up a great story. 


by Cassandra Clare
Release Date: January 21st, 2014

Thoughts: Oooh. Finally. A modern one. For MAGNUS BANE and ALEC LIGHTWOOD. For Maglec shippers Or Algnus shippers. Alenus? Okay. I like Maglec better. Maga. Amag. LOL. Lecnus. I'm done. Just stick with Maglec. For Maglec shippers, here's one for you! :D Haha. And let's hope we get more of a peak at Jace and Clary. Cuz they so cute <3

 Tagline: Magnus Bane and Alec Lightwood might fall in love—but first they have a first date. One of ten adventures in The Bane Chronicles.
Haha. First date. Enjoy.


Pretty in Pearls (Fins, #3.5)Pretty in Pearls (Fins #3.5)
by Tera Lynn Childs
Release Date: January 7th, 2014

Thoughts: What's this? A Fins series! It's still going on? Remember Forgive My Fins? I dunno if you guys ever read this, but I read this way back in 7th grade. Which is only two years ago. Haha. Seriously though, I did not know Fins was a continuing series. I might give this a read. Might. It's pretty much a middle grade book.

Tagline: Undersea romance with captivating merboys, deep friendship, and spectacular pearls.
Spectacular. 
 

Uninvited (Uninvited, #1) Uninvited (Uninvited #1)
by Sophie Jordan
Release Date: January 28th, 2014

Thoughts: Ooh. This really sounds good. That line on the cover: "They say she's a killer. One day she will be." is such a teaser. Yes. I want to read this. A dystopian novel from the looks of it. I don't like murders but this truly sounds lovely. Uninvited. That's quite a sad title. And from the Goodreads synopsis, there's probably going to be romance between Davy, the main character, and Sean. 

Tagline: The Scarlet Letter meets Minority Report in bestselling author Sophie Jordan's chilling new novel about a teenage girl who is ostracized when her genetic test proves she's destined to become a murderer.
Well. Never read The Scarlet Letter or Minority Report but hope it sounds good.


High Time for Heroes (Magic Tree House #51) High Time for Heroes (Magic Tree House #51)
by Mary Pope Osbourne
Release Date: January 7th, 2014

Thoughts: A Magic Tree House book! That was back in third grade! Like 6 years ago, man. BACK IN MY DAY.... 

Haha. Can't believe Jack and Annie are still the same age. Definitely haven't been keeping up with this series. Last time i read one was #41. Quite long ago. 

Tagline: Err. Are there even any taglines? They're all the same. Introducing this book basically. Here's a sum up. Jack and Annie will be in Egypt searching for another secret of greatness for Merlin. 

by Elizabeth Scott
Release Date: January 28th, 2014

Thoughts: Huh. Great cover. It looks really cute. I love YA romance. I think it is one. Hold up. Lemme read the synopsis first. Aww. It's kind of a tragic teenage story and her miseries. All the suffering she's living through that's not the typical teenager problems. I would definitely read this if I was asked to. I could use some tears. :D If there is any.

Tagline:  Life. Death. And...Love?
Yes, sweetie, there's always time for love. Go and live on. There's something out there for you. 
 

Into the Still Blue (Under the Never Sky #3)Into the Still Blue (Under the Never Sky #3)
by Veronica Rossi
Release Date: January 28th, 2014

Thoughts: It's like all the Harper Collins January releases are all releasing on this date. Oh. Such a treat. We still have to wait. On the other hand, OMG. THE LAST INSTALLMENT OF UNDER THE NEVER SKY GUYS! In the beginning, I didn't love this book as much, but then I read the second novel and it turns out that I it isn't as bad as I thought it was. So yeah. I'm gonna continue and read the third and final book of Veronica Rossi's Under the Never Sky. 
Tagline: The world needs them. They need each other.
That is so freakin' cute.


Hmmm. It seems that's it for now.
Not much January novels.
Well, hope there's more next month. 
Cuz I'm coming back!
And if you're interested, I'm watching Ender's Game cuz the book was awesome! :D
And if you guys know some other juicy January releases, comment and I'll post it also!
Enjoy.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Nifty November Releases~

Champion FTW.
Fangurl time. :D 
So them November releases are not as eventful as October, but it's alright. :) There are other cool books out there.

Champion (Legend, #3)Champion (Legend#3)
by Marie Lu
Release Date: November 5th, 2013

Thoughts: Woot! I love finales. The last book in the series are always very good. And awesome. :) Can't wait to read it. I really have to buy the book. Saying goodbye to June and Day. Unless...there's more novellas. Anyways, if you enjoy a dystopian romantic YA novel, read this series! If you haven't already.

Tagline: He is a Legend. She is a Prodigy. Who will be Champion? 
Hmmm. I wonder if Champion is going to be a third person or one of them.
 

World After (Penryn & the End of Days, #2)World After (Penryn and the End Days#2)
by Susan Ee
 Release Date: November 19th, 2013

Thoughts: I read the first book but didn't extremely loved it. It doesn't hurt to spotlight a book though. I'm not that into angels nowadays. So maybe that's why. :) So fallen angel lovers, here another series for you~

Tagline: In this sequel to the bestselling fantasy thriller, Angelfall, the survivors of the angel apocalypse begin to scrape back together what's left of the modern world. 

Pawn (The Blackcoat Rebellion, #1)Pawn (The Blackout Rebellion#1)
by Aimee Carter
Release Date: November 26th, 2013

Thoughts: Author of The Goddess Test, Aimee Carter has a new series! I thoroughly enjoyed The Goddess Test, so let's see what do we have now. Pawn. Hmm. It's a dystopian series. And there are ranks. The powerful, VII and the misery, III. Woo~

Tagline: YOU CAN BE A VII. IF YOU GIVE UP EVERYTHING.
Of course, Kitty Doe wants to be a VII instead of a III. But there is always a catch to it. And she would become the pawn to this very political game. 

The Last Stand of the New York Institute (The Bane Chronicles, #9)
by Cassandra Clare and Maureen Johnson
Release Date: November 19th, 2013

Thoughts: More Magnus Bane. Why not. These Bane Chronicles are novellas of Magnus. And his experiences and stuff. And he has a lot of experience. Because he's immortal. I haven't read any of them. But once I get time. Why not. It's Magnus Bane! :D
Tagline: Magnus meets Valentine in battle as the Circle attacks the Downworlders of New York City.
This was back in Clary's mom time. When Valentine was a Shadowhunter. And maybe just starting to get evil.


Foreplay (The Ivy Chronicles, #1)Foreplay (The Ivy Chronicles#1)
by Sophie Jordan
Release Date: November 5th, 2013

Thoughts: It's been awhile since I read a romance novel. Not like the cover, the whole in bed part, mind you that. It's the chasing after a best friend's brother part. Oooh. SO CUTE. And there's already a love-triangle, which I get so frustrated at if they're cliffhangers, but at the same time, which I secretly love. Okay. Let's not look at the cover. The cover's taking the romance to a whole next level. What I meant to say was that I haven't read a YA romance novel that is contemporary, high school, since forever.
Tagline: Before she goes after the life she's always wanted, she's about to find the one she needs.
Okay, sounds like she's about to give up her crush.

Brooke (Under The Never Sky #2.5)Brooke (Under the Never Sky#2.5)
by  Veronica Rossi
Release Date: November 26th, 2013

Thoughts: Ooh. A novella. About Broke. Right before the conclusion of the whole series. I didn't read Into the Still Blue just yet. Because it isn't published yet. So this is a novella between book 2 and book 3, I might as well read it too. :)

Tagline: Pulsing with romance and danger, Brooke will leave readers desperate about for the conclusion to this epic and unforgettable saga.
Hmmm. I see. Making it a cliffhanger, aren't we. Into the Still Blue comes out in 2014. If it's going to make readers desperate for the finale, I'm not going to read it just yet and torture myself. LOL.


Soar (The Empire Chronicles, #1) Soar (The Empire Chronicles#1)
by Alyssa Rose Ivy
Release Date: November 19th, 2013 

Thoughts: Well, Alyssa Rose Ivy writes pretty good books. She may be a self-published indie author, but her books are getting pretty out there. I would definitely read this new upcoming series of hers. Hmm. This seems to go to modern fantasy and the supernatural world. I'm not really into supernaturals but the cover is great.

Tagline: In the city that never sleeps the Chronicles continue...
Ooh. A pretty eye-catching tagline...


by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Release Date: November 12th, 2013

Thoughts: Woah. Full ride scholarship. I want one. To Standford! If only. But the story isn't exactly what I thought. It kind of reminds me of the movie of Freedom Writer. Margaret Peterson Haddix was a really great middle grade writer. At least, I only read her middle grade books. So let's see how she does with the high school world. :D

Tagline: Becca thought her life was over when her father was sent to prison for embezzlement.
 See. Not what I was expecting. I was expecting more of how to get into college with a full-ride scholarship. Now I need that book.


Goddess in Time (Oh. My. Gods, #2.1)Goddess in Time (Oh. My. Gods. #2.1)
by Tera Lynn Childs
Release Date: November 5th, 2013

Thoughts: I love gods and goddesses. Especially Greek mythology. Haha. And this just sounds funny. Although it isn't the first one in its series, I'll look into it. I just love these gods and goddesses business. 

Tagline: A fun, action-packed novella, perfect for teenage Percy Jackson fans, starring favorite characters from Greek mythology and beloved author Tera Lynn Childs's Oh. My. Gods. series.
Did I just see that right? Percy Jackson? Greek mythology? Eek!



The Key (The True Reign Series, #1)The Key (The True Reign Series#1)
by Jennifer Anne Davis
 Release Date: November 16th, 2013

Thoughts: Medieval! I love medieval. And princes. And just medieval romance in general. They make like the best romance novels ever. Even dystopian and contemporary can't be compared to a good written romance in the castle novel. This book goes really deep in this love-hate problem romance thing. Which I would thoroughly enjoy. So yes. :) I'm reading this one.

Tagline: Within these pages lie kingdoms with castles and princes who fall in love with fair maidens, but make no mistake--this is no fairytale.
Ooh. Love that tagline right there. <3.

Not bad. I enjoyed November's new books. :D
The Key especially. I just fell in love with that tagline. 
Sounds really good. Just the author wrote the book even better!
And of course, there's also Champion. Gotta read that one still.
Either way,
Happy Reading~
Stay tuned for December's new books.

Monday, November 4, 2013

Outstanding October Releases

I know it's like November already.
But it doesn't hurt to talk those fab October books! :D
SO MANY BOOKS CAME OUT IN OCTOBER.
And I don't even have time to read! :(
OH wells. It's a long while since I been here.

Allegiant (Divergent, #3) Allegiant (Divergent#3)
by Veronica Roth
Release Date: October 22nd, 2013

Thoughts: You guys know that I can't resist these final trilogy books. So yes, I read this already. :D It was great! That ending was really unexpected. I mean, I knew it could happen in books. It makes really good endings actually, but I just never thought about it while reading Allegiant. The characters were so strong. Either way, the finale to Divergent will/will not disappoint. Warning: It's not a happy ending, nor is it a sad one. 

Tagline: One choice will define you. 
Now that is what I call a strong tagline. :)



The House of Hades (The Heroes of Olympus, #4)The House of Hades (The Heroes of Olympus#4)
by Rick Riordan
Release Date: October 8th, 2013

Thoughts: Of course, I also read this one. A big Percy Jackson fan won't miss this. I can say The House of Hades is pretty eventful. You know how in The Lightning Thief, everyday seems to happen in a modern world. The only unrealistic thing about it was the magic and gods? Well, in The House of Hades, it's going to take fantasy to a whole other level. You can't even imagine it happening in the world you live in. But, you know, I like wild ideas. :D

Tagline: At the conclusion of The Mark of Athena...
Okay, so a summary. 

by Jessica Sorensen
Release Date: October 22nd, 2013

Thoughts: I absolutely loved The Secret of Ella Micha. It was those typical new adult books you would fall in love with, because they're so typical, but some emotional at the same time. The second book in the series was okay. I like Ella and Micha the best of course. They make the best couple. Lila and Ethan was hinted in the first book, so we'll see how they play out. Personally though, I like series that stays with just one couple, not couple everyone in the book up. But it's aight.

Tagline: He's everything she never expected...
Hmm. 

Unbreakable (The Legion, #1)Unbreakable (The Legion#1)
by Kami Garcia
Release Date: October 1st, 2013

Thoughts: I read the Beautiful Chronicles by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl. Although the series wasn't the best series every published, the authors still kind of left a legend. People know who they are and people probably watched Beautiful Creatures. So why not. The title sounds cool. Supernatural meets The Da Vinci Code. Hmmm.


Tagline: I never believed in ghosts. Until one tried to kill me.
I never do horror. But maybe I can survive this one.


by Cassandra Clare and Joshua Lewis
Release Date: October 29th, 2013

Thoughts: I've been seeing advertisement for this book like every single time I go onto Amazon. But I am Shadowhunter fan. Not a huge obsessed one. But big enough to not get annoyed at these advertisement pop-ups. So ;) I don't plan on buying this though. It costs like $11 or more! Yeah. Either way, we get to learn more about them Shadowhunters. And hopefully Jace. The perfection of Jace. Haha.
Tagline: The Clave is pleased to announce the newest edition of the Nephilim's oldest and most famous training manual: the Shadowhunters' Codex.

Never Fade (The Darkest Minds, #2)Never Fade (The Darkest Minds#2)
by Alexandra Bracken
Release Date: October 15th, 2013

Thoughts: I love the Darkest Minds! :D It's a really good book, so I recommend! I thought the series should have ended in first book. It was a really sad ending. And sad ending makes really good endings. But either way, still excited for the sequel. I do want to know what happened to Liam and Rose. That ending to the first book was somewhat of a cliffhanger. It was a cliffhanger if there was going to be a sequel. It would made a really powerful, unforgettable ending if the whole series just ended that way.

Tagline: Ruby never asked for the abilities that almost cost her life.

  
Resist (Breathe, #2)Resist (Breathe#2)
by Sarah Crossan
Release Date: October 8th, 2013.

Thoughts: The first book left an impression. Not that strong that I was dying just waiting for the sequel to be released, but strong enough for me to want to read the second book. If you know what I mean. The cover does seem cool though. The first book was purple with the same pod. In the sequel, it looks like it's spring time. And there is a flower in the middle. Let's see what it all means.

Tagline: The sequel--and conclusion--to Sarah Crossan's Breathe.
Wait what? It's not a trilogy? OMG. It's the last book! WELL THEN, gotta read! 


BlackoutBlackout (Blackout#1)
by Robison Wells
Release Date: October 1st, 2013

Thoughts: I'm not a huge fan of Robison Wells, but he's a decent enough writer that I won't get a one glance and be like 'Pshhh. Next.' I actually thought Blackout was part of the Variant series by Robison Wells. I wasn't sure if it ended or not, because I just read the first book. It was interesting, but I didn't really pay attention to the release of the sequel, which if I remember correctly is Feedback.
Tagline: Laura and Alec are trained terrorists. Jack and Aubrey are high school students. There was no reason for them to meet.
Ooh sounds good. Reminds me of my Gallagher girls. The plot sounds very interesting. 


Time After Time (Time Between Us, #2)Time After Time (Time Between Us#2)
 by Tamara Ireland Stone
Release Date: October 8th, 2013

Thoughts: That first book though. I got the ARC of the first book, Time Between Us, from a library event and loved it! I'm so glad I picked that ARC. It's a really good romance story that is more historical fiction than contemporary. It's time travel. Time traveling is a very very confusing topic to write, to read, and even to think about, but it is very fun to read and very interesting plot to imagine. In order words, I just love reading books about time travel, although I do tend to over think about it and end up confusing myself.

Tagline: Calling Anne and Bennett's romance long distance is an understatement: she's from 1995 Chicago and he's a time traveler from 2012 San Francisco. 
It sure is an understatement. LOL. 

Bang (Visions, #2)Bang (Visions#2)
by Lisa McMann
Release Date: October 8th, 2013

Thoughts: I read this book like 8 months ago. My friend got the ARC for this book and I'm glad I read it. It's a pretty interesting, chair-gripping plot. Although each book isn't really that long, it didn't feel too childish. The romance is pretty cute. But I felt like the sequels are pretty repetitive. At the end of each book, you'll roll your eyes and be like 'again?' but the romance is pretty worthwhile so I'll still read the last book. :D

Tagline: Jules should be happy.
 Woah. This is such a normal and simple sentence. But then maybe that should can catch attention to readers thinking why isn't she happy.

by Shannon Hale
Release Date: October 8th, 2013

Thoughts: Although Shannon Hale is more like a middle grade author, I still enjoy her books. I especially loved The Princesses' Academy. That was GOOD. Like oh yeah. When you read a book, the main character basically always ends up with the guy, but in the Princesses' Academy, on the other hand,... I don' want to spoil it, but you get the idea. AND it's not a sad ending. That's why I thoroughly love that book. So hope this one wouldn't disappoint! :)

Tagline: At Ever After High, an enchanting boarding school, the children of fairytale legends prepare themselves to fulfill their destinies as the next generations of Snow White, Prince Charmings, and Evil Queens...whether they want to or not.
Ooh. I love fairytales. And fairytale retellings. 

Hereafter (Shadowlands, #2)Hereafter (Shadowlands#2)
by Kate Brian
Release Date: October 1st, 2013

Thoughts: I have the ARC of the first book, Shadowlands that I got from the library, but I didn't read it yet. So I don't know if this series is good or not. But at least, I know now, if Shadowlands is good or has cliffhanger ending, the second book is available for me to read and I won't be dying waiting for the sequels. 
Tagline: Rory Miller thought her life was over when a serial killer set his sights on her and forced her into a witness protection.
Off to a strong start, man.



UnSouled (Unwind, #3)Unsouled (Unwind#3) 
by Neal Shusterman
Release Date: October 15th, 2013

Thoughts: That cover is so freakin creepy. OMG. Ugh. Scary. Either way, I read Unwind in like 6th grade for the California Young Reader Medal. I'm pretty I chose it out of three books, so yay. But I'm not sure if I'm going to continue this series. I thought Unwind was a stand-alone. Sixth grade was like 3 years ago. Quite a long time. Okay. Move on to the tagline cuz I don't want to look this cover any longer. You see, I so don't do horror. I can to suspense and mysteries, just horror. They give me the jitters.

Tagline: Connor and Lev are on the run after the destruction of the Graveyard, the last safe haven for AWOL Unwinds.
Sounds bad. Definitely not reading. No offense. 

Pretenders (Pretenders, #1)Pretenders (Pretenders#1)
by Lisi Harrison
Release Date: October 1st, 2013

Thoughts: Most of the books on this list are sequels to books I've read. Because those books are the ones I look forward to the most. Or they are books of authors I am a huge fan of. But once in a while, when I do see a new release from an author I read from, but not a huge fan of, and their book looks interesting, I will put the book on this list. So that's why Pretenders is here. I don't even remember what book Lisi Harrison wrote, but Pretenders seem pretty contemporary and high school based. I do enjoy those books.

Tagline: It takes place at a high school in New Jersey. Summer is over. 
Straight to the facts. I like it. And school drama. I like that too. I don't like to be in drama but I like to read about them in books and watch them in dramas #duhhh 

Darkness Watching (Darkworld, #1)Darkness Watching (Darkworld#1)
by Emma L. Adams
Release Date: October 10th, 2013

Thoughts: I'm not huge into supernaturals. I don't like ghosts or demons unless it relates back a really heartwarming story or a really hot guy. But the author is the one that this book onto this list. What makes her special? No offense, not that she's writes exceptionally good. She does write pretty good, but not so good that I'm hanging onto her every word. She started kind of like me. The dream of writing and publishing a book at a young age. At high school age. And she actually did it. It seems very cool that she did it with a book she wrote and now she's writing another one. Yes, I know most famous authors also write a really young age, but I never really saw the process. I never really knew someone before they became an author. 

Tagline: Eighteen-year-old Ashlyn is one interview away from her future when she sees demons.
Okay. Not a good sight. I feel like just putting this author out there but I'm not really sure about reading her new book. First, my time for reading books is very limited. Second, I did mention I'm not into supernatural and scary novels, right? 

by Mercy Amare
Release Date: October 11th, 2013

Thoughts: Okay. I admit. I like these funny, romantic-ish stand alones. They make a really fun read. This is part of the teaser that caught me: "My life is perfect. Except for the fact that my olde sister is posing naked for Playboy. And my mom wants me to be just like her. Oh, and I caught my boyfriend cheating on me. But other than that, it's definitely perfect...Until the paparazzi publishes a picture of me smoking weed." HILARIOUS. I can just tell I'm gonna love this girl. In a way, that quote was the tagline. But here's the official first sentence of the teaser. With more Char attitude.

Tagline: I'm Charlotte York, but you can call me Char.
What a funny name. And PS the guy on the cover is kind of ugly.

Family Tree #2: The Long Way HomeThe Long Way Home (Family Tree#2)
by Ann M. Martin
Release Date: October 29th, 2013

Thoughts: I normally don't like start reading a series with a sequel. Correction. I don't do it at all. I'm just featuring this book. Or actually the author. Ann M. Martin writes for younger readers. Like elementary school ones. And when I was younger, I just absolutely loved her books. Aside from the Boxcar Children and the Laura Ingalls Wilder books, of course. So, Ann M. Martin gives a great memory. She does have a young adult book though, called Just a Summer Romance. It came out in like 1994 but it still never gets old with me. I just lurve that book! :D

Tagline: Four girls. Four generations. One family.
See? I just love these heartwarming, family, growing up books.

Well, that's it for the October new releases on my shelf! November ones are coming real soon. :) Because there's that one book I'm waiting for~