Bout of Books 9.0 Monday Recap

 Today was a pretty good day reading wise. I couldn't sleep last night, so I picked up 172 Hours on the Moon and finished the last 56 pages after midnight. Then, I picked up the copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone that I found a few weeks ago at my local Goodwill for only .39 cents. I plan on finishing Harry Potter and reading In Time by Alexandra Bracken. I also plan on starting Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell. I was going to read Insurgent next, but my cousin wants me to read it with her, so I'm waiting for her to finish Divergent.

MONDAY'S TOTALS:

PAGES READ: 200

BOOKS COMPLETED: 

TO READ ON TUESDAY:

Bout of Books 9.0

 If you have never heard of Bout of Books before, here is a little information: The Bout of Books read-a-thon is organized by Amanda @ On a Book Bender and Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal. It is a week long read-a-thon that begins 12:01am Monday, January 6th and runs through Sunday, January 12th in whatever time zone you are in. Bout of Books is low-pressure, and the only reading competition is between you and your usual number of books read in a week. There are challenges, giveaways, and a grand prize, but all of these are completely optional. For all Bout of Books 9.0 information and updates, be sure to visit the Bout of Books blog. - From the Bout of Books team.

Time devoted to reading: 2 hours per day
My goals: Read 5 books.
Books to read:
Insurgent by Veronica Roth
Allegiant by Veronica Roth
Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (I have the British edition) by J.K. Rowling

One of my reading goals this year is to read the complete Harry Potter series. Gasp....I know, I know....I think I'm one of the few people left on the planet who has not read the series.

New Year's Goal - Stay on top of my book blog!

I can't believe it has been forever since I've last posted. Looking back at my last post, I can see why this fell by the wayside. My grandmother was placed in hospice in November, and passed away in December of that year. After that, things got a little crazy. So this year, I have decided to try to post at least once a week to my book blog. I'm not doing this for free ARCs or anything like that. I just want to discuss what books I read and if I like them or not.  So, stick around if you want. I hope you enjoy.

Since my last post

I've been away for a while, and for that I'm sorry. However, since my last post, my grandmother has been put on home hospice care and things are day to day. I've still been reading. It's the best way for me to settle down each night. I just haven't had the energy to come and keep up my various blogs.

With that being said, I have the next week off work, so I'm going to try to make a dent in my TBR pile. So without dragging it out, I'm announcing my Thanksgiving Read-a-thon. I've got books that I've purchased, plus several from the local library. I hope to really make a dent in my reading. I will post what I have finished on the Sunday after Thanksgiving!

I hope everyone enjoys their holiday!

Work gets in the way....so sad

Work. I love my job, but sometimes it seriously cramps my ability to read for pleasure and then share my thoughts. I have been reading though. I've read several books that I've reviewed on Goodreads, but not here. Hopefully, I can make a serious dent in my TBR next weekend. Yep, taking a mini vacation w/ friends to the beach so books will be going with me for sure.

Goodreads links to the books I've read recently:

Gone by Michael Grant
Ashfall by Mike Mullin
The Forest of Hands and Teeth by Carrie Ryan
If I Lie by Corrine Jackson

All of the above books were good, but If I Lie and Ashfall were my faves.

I am currently reading:

Also, super excited that I won an ARC of The Turning from Epic Reads and a copy of Send from FictionFolio!

Awesome Epic End of Summer Giveaway!

As a new book blogger, I've been searching for and finding lots of book blogs to follow. One of those blogs Tales of the Ravenous Reader is having a huge end of summer giveaway. Just click on the name, and it will take you there. I highly suggest you check it out. Lots of good books and other goodies will be given away. The giveaway ends September 22nd.

Book Review: If I Lie by Corrine Jackson

From Amazon:

Publication Date: August 28, 2012

 

A dramatic and powerful novel that explores the gray space between truth and perception.

 Cheater. Traitor. Slut.
     Quinn’s done the unthinkable: she kissed a guy who is not Carey, her boyfriend. And she got caught. Shunned by everyone she knows, Quinn loses her friends, her reputation, and her identity. Because Carey’s not just any guy—he’s a Marine who’s serving overseas, and beloved by everyone in their small, military town.
     But Quinn didn’t cheat. She could clear her name, but that would mean revealing secrets she’s vowed to keep—secrets that aren’t hers to share. So she stays silent, and waits for Carey to come home.
     Then Carey goes MIA, and Quinn must decide how far she’ll go to protect her boyfriend…and her promise.

Last week I joined Pulse and was lucky enough to be able to read this book for free online. Where do I even begin with this book? It was so good that I devoured it in just two sittings. This book was just amazing!!

Sophia Topper Quinn is keeping a secret. A secret that if revealed, would free her of the town's scorn. However, Quinn is a much stronger person than I'd ever be, because she chooses loyalty to saving her own skin. I rooted for Quinn the entire time. I really felt for the character and, even though I'm not sure I could do it myself, the way she stuck to her guns. The character development throughout this book was extremely well done. I found myself falling in love with the cantankerous George. This book had me in tears, then crying through my tears, and finally left me with a smile. If you are looking for an amazing contemporary YA read, this is the book I would recommend. Read it. Read it now.

Even though I read this book for free, it is one I will definitely buy for my home library.

:-)

Kimmie