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To All the Boys I loved Before

4 out of 5 Stars

Review by Ellena Holding

I now its been a long to since I've wrote but I wanted to write this because of the movie that came out a while ago. And I need too tell you that there is so some much in the books, that they just skipped over that may seem very important in book one, or that comes more into play in the second book and third. That's why I was a little bit disappointed. I still really enjoyed of what they did do and the cast is exceptional.I can't wait for the second movie.

I loved these book so much I read all three books back to back mostly on audio book form when I am walking to work and read the physical at night or on break at work. normally I prefer the first one of a series but I love the other two book in the trilogy just as much because they each felt like there own . I felt that Lara Jean was relate able  especially on how she will think about love but is to scared of the really thing, because of getting hurt in the end. And I spend my weekend nights doing very similar thing as well and do face masked, watch shows and bake sometimes not as nearly as much as she did.

To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before is the story of Lara Jean, who has never openly admitted her crushes, but instead wrote each boy a letter about how she felt, sealed it, and hid it in a box under her bed. But one day Lara Jean discovers that somehow her secret box of letters has been mailed, causing all her crushes from her past to confront her about the letters: her first kiss, the boy from summer camp, even her sister's ex-boyfriend, Josh. As she learns to deal with her past loves face to face, Lara Jean discovers that something good may come out of these letters after all.
-Goodreads

Lara Jean and Peter K (I didn't want to use a picture of the cast from the movie because this is not a movie review)

Caraval Review

by Stephanie Garber 

I can honesty say that this was my favourite book I read in 2017. And it was at the perfect time  for me. I was so hang up on A Court of  Throne Roses and the second book A Court of Mist of Fury. After reading them I thought nothing could be better and that put me in a huge book slump. I also listened it on audible. Listen to it was even better because it is a place full of strange, colourful magic and people from the Caraval. So if you are interested I highly advise to buy in audio book or if your not into reading. I really like Tella a bit better than her sister Scarlett because I can see myself in Tella when is not interested listen and obeying, or when she took over her future in her own hands. I can't wait to read  Legendary to get to know Tella more because in Caraval Scarlett was leading character. I would recommend any one this book. 

 Remember, it’s only a game…

Scarlett Dragna has never left the tiny island where she and her sister, Tella, live with their powerful, and cruel, father. Now Scarlett’s father has arranged a marriage for her, and Scarlett thinks her dreams of seeing Caraval—the faraway, once-a-year performance where the audience participates in the show—are over.

But this year, Scarlett’s long-dreamt-of invitation finally arrives. With the help of a mysterious sailor, Tella whisks Scarlett away to the show. Only, as soon as they arrive, Tella is kidnapped by Caraval’s mastermind organizer, Legend. It turns out that this season’s Caraval revolves around Tella, and whoever finds her first is the winner.

Scarlett has been told that everything that happens during Caraval is only an elaborate performance. Nevertheless she becomes enmeshed in a game of love, heartbreak, and magic. And whether Caraval is real or not, Scarlett must find Tella before the five nights of the game are over or a dangerous domino effect of consequences will be set off, and her beloved sister will disappear forever.

Welcome, welcome to Caraval…beware of getting swept too far away.

from Goodreads

A Court of Thorns and Roses

 

My Thoughts:

I believe this is one of my favorite books of 2016 not because I put a five out of five stars, but because I loved everything in the behind the cover (characters, plot, the world). And I'm really exited to read the second book and hoping it is as good as the first. To me this book is the perfect blend of sexy and action-packed. I can't could put this book down (I brought the to a party) also it's been 3 week and I still can't stop thinking of it.   I really like when fantasy books that have maps because it show the author put a lot of thought in the world building. So if you like fantasy and romance and you haven't read it I advise you to pick it up from a store or your bookshelf if you have it and haven't started reading it.

Tamlin

Goodreads Summary:

A thrilling, seductive new series from New York Times Bestselling author Sarah J. Maas, blending Beauty and the Beast with faerie lore.

When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a beast-like creature arrives to demand retribution for it. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she only knows about from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not an animal, but Tamlin—one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled their world.

Feyre

As she dwells on his estate, her feelings for Tamlin transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie and warning she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But an ancient, wicked shadow grows over the faerie lands, and Feyre must find a way to stop it... or doom Tamlin—and his world—forever.

The Coffee Book Tag

I think this is my favorite book I will ever do.

Questions 

1. Black: Name a series that’s tough to get into but has hardcore fans.

I have only the first two books, but in the future I am planning to read the whole series. There just so big it's imitating.

2. Peppermint mocha: Name a book that gets more popular during the winter or a festive time of year.

                                          

The only winter book I've read and of curse any of the Harry Potter series.

3. Hot chocolate: What is your favorite children’s book?

I love these books so much. When I was little I used to pretend I was one of the characters with my friend. 

4. Double shot of espresso: Name a book that kept you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

I don't now why it did but I was almost done at night but I stayed up until 2 a.m. to finish it. 

5. Starbucks: Name a book you see everywhere.

I see this book everywhere because there was just movie of it and it was really good.

6. That hipster coffee shop: Give a book by an indie author a shout-out

Thank Abbi Glines for writing Rosemary Beach series and the Existence Trilogy 

8. The perfect blend: Name a book or series that was both bitter and sweet but ultimately satisfying.

I couldn't just pick one there is so much good books.

Book Tag done by Ellena Holding 

November 9

November 9 by Colleen Hoover 3/5 stars
My Thoughts:
This is my second book of Colleen Hoover and I would have to say this is not my favorite. I had a love and hate relationship with the book characters Ben he just bugged me with his choices he made. And Fallon I wanted to like her but it was really hard to. I really loved the plot. I wish I could be in this story and be Fallon's best friend and slap when she did something stupid like walking away from Ben.  I think they wouldn't have those problems if they communicate better, but if we didn't have the problems it would be a really boring story. Even I gave it 3/5 stars it is totally worth the read, so I recommend it to all of you.





Goodread's Summary:
Beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover returns with an unforgettable love story between a writer and his unexpected muse.

Fallon meets Ben, an aspiring novelist, the day before her scheduled cross-country move. Their untimely attraction leads them to spend Fallon’s last day in L.A. together, and her eventful life becomes the creative inspiration Ben has always sought for his novel. Over time and amidst the various relationships and tribulations of their own separate lives, they continue to meet on the same date every year. Until one day Fallon becomes unsure if Ben has been telling her the truth or fabricating a perfect reality for the sake of the ultimate plot twist.                                             

Review By Ellena Holding

And if you don't want to read it after my review then watch this. <3

The Throne of Glass

The Throne Of Glass by Sarah J Maas 4/5 stars

I loved this book a lot I think this is one of my favorite books I've read in 2015 and 2016 but that isn't saying much because I've only read three book this year. I love the story and everything. Celaena  was such a kick ass character and she is a reader she is smart she didn't let love get in the way. There was moments in the the book I was scared on the edge of the where I was sitting and moments I was laughing and people thought I was crazy. So if you are reading this Sarah J. Maas Thank you for making me feel scared and finding things funny.


Summary:
After serving out a year of hard labor in the salt mines of Endovier for her crimes, 18-year-old assassin Celaena Sardothien is dragged before the Crown Prince. Prince Dorian offers her her freedom on one condition: she must act as his champion in a competition to find a new royal assassin.

Her opponents are men-thieves and assassins and warriors from across the empire, each sponsored by a member of the king's council. If she beats her opponents in a series of eliminations, she'll serve the kingdom for four years and then be granted her freedom. Celaena finds her training sessions with the captain of the guard, Westfall, challenging and exhilirating. But she's bored stiff by court life. Things get a little more interesting when the prince starts to show interest in her... but it's the gruff Captain Westfall who seems to understand her best.

Then one of the other contestants turns up dead... quickly followed by another. Can Celaena figure out who the killer is before she becomes a victim? As the young assassin investigates, her search leads her to discover a greater destiny than she could possibly have imagined.
  -Goodreads
                                                                                                                                                        

                                                                                       
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