This is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine. In this post we highlight a book that’s highly anticipated.
The book that I’m waiting on this Wednesday is Jackpot by Nic Stone. The expected publication date is October 15, 2019.
Goodreads Synopsis:
From the author of the New York Times bestseller Dear Martin–which Angie Thomas, the bestselling author of The Hate U Give, called “a must read”–comes a pitch-perfect romance that examines class, privilege, and how a stroke of good luck can change an entire life.
Meet Rico: high school senior and afternoon-shift cashier at the Gas ‘n’ Go, who after school and work races home to take care of her younger brother. Every. Single. Day. When Rico sells a jackpot-winning lotto ticket, she thinks maybe her luck will finally change, but only if she–with some assistance from her popular and wildly rich classmate Zan–can find the ticket holder who hasn’t claimed the prize. But what happens when have and have-nots collide? Will this investigative duo unite…or divide?
Nic Stone, the New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martinand Odd One Out, creates two unforgettable characters in one hard-hitting story about class, money–both too little and too much–and how you make your own luck in the world.
Title: The Okay Witch Author: Emma Steinkeller Genre: Middle Grade, Graphic Novel, Fantasy Publisher: Simon and Schuster Children’s Publishing Source: Publisher via NetGalley Format: Ebook Release Date: September 3, 2019 Rating: ★★★★★
Goodreads Synopsis:
Sabrina the Teenage Witch meets Roller Girl in this hilarious, one-of-a-kind graphic novel about a half-witch who has just discovered the truth about herself, her family, and her town and is doing her best to survive middle school now that she knows everything!
Magic is harder than it looks.
Thirteen-year-old Moth Hush loves all things witchy. But she’s about to discover that witches aren’t just the stuff of movies, books, and spooky stories. When some eighth-grade bullies try to ruin her Halloween, something really strange happens. It turns out that Founder’s Bluff, Massachusetts, has a centuries-old history of witch drama. And, surprise: Moth’s family is at the center of it all! When Moth’s new powers show up, things get totally out-of-control. She meets a talking cat, falls into an enchanted diary, and unlocks a hidden witch world. Secrets surface from generations past as Moth unravels the complicated legacy at the heart of her town, her family, and herself.
In this spellbinding graphic novel debut, Emma Steinkellner spins a story packed with humor and heart about the weird and wonderful adventures of a witch-in-progress.
Review:
This new graphic novel had all of the best parts of a magic story: a talking cat, a family feud that spanned centuries, time travel and a magic broomstick. Even though it had all these classic elements of a magical story, it was original.
There were some historical elements to this story. Moth’s family originally had to flee their town to escape the witch hunts of the 17th century. By using magic, her family was able to survive until today.
I liked the way magic represented anyone who was not “normal.” Just because the witches had magic that no one else could understand, they were chased from their home. However, the answer is not to just run away. Moth teaches her family that there are other ways to fight back.
I loved this book!
Thank you Simon and Schuster Children’s Publishing for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
What to Read Next:
Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson
Quince by Sebastian Kadlecik, Kit Steinkellner, Emma Steinkellner
About the Author:
Emma Steinkellner is an illustrator, writer, and cartoonist living in Los Angeles, California.
She is a graduate of Stanford University and the illustrator of the Eisner-nominated comic Quince.
The Okay Witch is her debut graphic novel as an author.
Thank you to Simon and Schuster Children’s Publishing for letting me participate in this blog tour.
Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and it is now hosted by The Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s theme is a Books On My TBR I’m Avoiding Reading. The reason I’m avoiding reading these books is because I don’t want these series to end. It sounds silly, but if I don’t read these books, then the series isn’t over for me. Here’s my list:
1. Muse of Nightmares (Strange the Dreamer #2) by Laini Taylor
2. The Reckoning of Noah Shaw (The Confessions of Noah Shaw #2) by Michelle Hodkin
3. Archenemies (Renegades #2) by Marissa Meyer
4. A Gathering of Shadows (Shades of Magic #2) by V.E. Schwab
5. Runaways Vol. 2: Best Friends Forever by Rainbow Rowell and Kris Anka
6. Broken Throne (Red Queen #4.5) by Victoria Aveyard
7. The Bride Test (The Kiss Quotient #2) by Helen Hoang
8. Her Royal Highness (Royals #2) by Rachel Hawkins
9. Midnight Beauties (Grim Lovelies #2) by Megan Shepherd
10. Under the Moon: A Catwoman Tale by Lauren Miracle, Isaac Goodhart
Title: Serpent and Dove (Serpent and Dove #1) Author: Shelby Mahurin Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Publisher: HarperTeen Source: Purchased Format: Hardcover Release Date: September 3, 2019 Rating: ★★★★★
Goodreads Synopsis:
Bound as one to love, honor, or burn.
Two years ago, Louise le Blanc fled her coven and took shelter in the city of Cesarine, forsaking all magic and living off whatever she could steal. There, witches like Lou are hunted. They are feared. And they are burned.
Sworn to the Church as a Chasseur, Reid Diggory has lived his life by one principle: thou shalt not suffer a witch to live. His path was never meant to cross with Lou’s, but a wicked stunt forces them into an impossible union—holy matrimony.
The war between witches and Church is an ancient one, and Lou’s most dangerous enemies bring a fate worse than fire. Unable to ignore her growing feelings, yet powerless to change what she is, a choice must be made.
And love makes fools of us all.
Review:
I’ve heard so much about this book, and I was so excited to finally read it! It definitely lived up to the hype.
This story had two different narratives, Lou and Reid. At first, I didn’t know why it had both narratives, since Lou’s narrative was more frequent. By the end of the story it made sense, because one character could tell the story if the other wasn’t able to give their perspective. It also gave both sides of the argument of the witches versus the witch hunters.
I loved the battle between the witches and the Chasseurs, the witch hunters. The storyline that brought Lou and Reid together was kind of silly at first. It was a little extreme to make them marry after being caught in a compromising position. However, they represented larger parts of the long battle between witches and witch hunters. It all came together beautifully at the end.
I loved the cliffhangers at the end of the book! I don’t know how I’m going to wait to find out what happens next!
What to read next:
Nocturna (A Forgery of Magic #1) by Maya Motayne
Grim Lovelies (Grim Lovelies #1) by Megan Shepherd
Have you read Serpent and Dove? What did you think of it?
This blog meme is hosted by Book Date. It is a place to meet up and share what you have been, are and about to be reading over the week. It’s a great post to organize yourself. It’s an opportunity to visit and comment, and er… add to that ever growing TBR pile!
What I just finished:
This weekend I finished Serpent and Dove (Serpent and Dove #1)by Shelby Mahurin.
What I’m currently reading:
I’m currently reading A Treason of Thorns by Laura E. Weymouth.
What I’m reading next:
Next I will be reading Broken Strings by Eric Walters and Kathy Kacer.
What are you guys reading this week? Have you read any of these books?
The meme that dares to ask what book has been in your bed this morning? Come share what book you’ve spent time curled up reading in bed, or which book you wish you had time to read today! This meme is hosted by Midnight Book Girl.
This Sunday I’m reading Serpent & Dove (Serpent & Dove #1) by Shelby Mahurin.
Goodreads Synopsis:
Bound as one to love, honor, or burn.
Two years ago, Louise le Blanc fled her coven and took shelter in the city of Cesarine, forsaking all magic and living off whatever she could steal. There, witches like Lou are hunted. They are feared. And they are burned.
Sworn to the Church as a Chasseur, Reid Diggory has lived his life by one principle: thou shalt not suffer a witch to live. His path was never meant to cross with Lou’s, but a wicked stunt forces them into an impossible union—holy matrimony.
The war between witches and Church is an ancient one, and Lou’s most dangerous enemies bring a fate worse than fire. Unable to ignore her growing feelings, yet powerless to change what she is, a choice must be made.
Title: The Fire Keeper (The Storm Runner #2) Author: J.C. Cervantes Genre: Middle Grade, Fantasy Publisher: Disney Book Group Source: Publisher via NetGalley Format: Ebook Release Date: September 3, 2019 Rating: ★★★★
Goodreads Synopsis:
Zane Obispo’s new life on a beautiful secluded tropical island, complete with his family and closest friends, should be perfect. But he can’t control his newfound fire skills yet (inherited from his father, the Maya god Hurakan); there’s a painful rift between him and his dog ever since she became a hell hound; and he doesn’t know what to do with his feelings for Brooks. One day he discovers that by writing the book about his misadventures with the Maya gods, he unintentionally put other godborn children at risk. Unless Zane can find the godborns before the gods do, they will be killed. To make matters worse, Zane learns that Hurakan is scheduled to be executed. Zane knows he must rescue him, no matter the cost. Can he accomplish both tasks without the gods detecting him, or will he end up a permanent resident of the underworld? In this cleverly plotted sequel to The Storm Runner, the gang is back together again with spirited new characters, sneaky gods, unlikely alliances, and secrets darker than Zane could ever have imagined. Secrets that will change him forever.
Review:
This is the highly anticipated sequel to The Storm Runner. I loved that book so I was excited to read the second in the series.
The story started out a little slow, because I had forgotten a lot of the last book. It took a couple of chapters to get back into the story. However, once I got into it, it flew by. It was a wild adventure.
I was at a bit of a disadvantage while reading because I don’t know much about Maya mythology. If I was more familiar with it, I think I would have enjoyed the story more. It would have made more sense if all of the characters were explained more, because there were so many characters, including the many gods.
This was a great story. Fans of the series will love this book!
Thank you Disney Book Group for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is a weekly meme hosted by Tynga’s Reviews and Reading Reality. Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course ebooks!
I received 2 books from Penguin Random House Canada:
The Perfect Wife by J.P. Delaney
Girls Need Not Apply: Field Notes From the Forces by Kelly S. Thompson
I was approved for 6 books on NetGalley from St. Martin’s Press:
The Borgia Confessions by Alyssa Palombo
The Stranger from the Sea (Poldark #8) by Winston Graham
The Miller’s Dance (Poldark #9) by Winston Graham
The Loving Cup (Poldark #10) by Winston Graham
The Twisted Sword (Poldark #11) by Winston Graham
Bella Poldark (Poldark #12) by Winston Graham
I was approved for a book on NetGalley from Graydon House Books:
The Grace Kelly Dress by Brenda Janowitz
I was approved for 2 books from Annick Press:
Classic Munsch Moods by Robert Munsch, Michael Martchenko
Our Big Little Place by James A. Conan, Nicolle Lalonde
Thank you Penguin Random House Canada, St. Martin’s Press, Graydon House Books, and Annick Press for these books!
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