Category: Reviews by Maddie

Review: Paper Towns by John Green

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Paper Towns by John Green
Genre: Contemporary, Road Trip, Mystery
Published by: Bloomsbury
Pages: 305
Format: Paperback: (I own two!)
Rating: ★★★★

I’ve been looking at my shelf of favourite books lately and thought, wait a second, some of these books I’ve only read once! This was the case with Paper Towns. But, an important factor of defining a favourite book is whether it will stand the test of time. Would you want to read it, again and again? Well, I found out… Continue reading “Review: Paper Towns by John Green” →

Review: Wings Series by Aprilynne Pike

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These beautiful, glittery pink books have been on Bee’s shelves for as long as I can remember. They were some of the first YA books she read, and mark the genesis of her love for faery fiction. This year, I made it my mission to read more of Bee’s books, and the Wings series is possibly my favourite thing so far.

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Review: Sweet Reckoning by Wendy Higgins

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UnknownSweet Reckoning by Wendy Higgins
Genre: Supernatural, Romance
Published by: HarperTeen
Pages: 379
Format: E-Book
Rating: ★★★★
Series: Sweet Evil (#1), Sweet Peril (#2)
Where to Find: Goodreads | Author | Amazon

P L O T
As Anna and Kai’s story draws to a close, the two have to deal with a civil war between their race. What if you don’t want to do the Devil’s work, anymore? Is a happily ever after still possible? In Sweet Reckoning, the world begins to unravel as Anna realises love is stronger than any other emotion.  Continue reading “Review: Sweet Reckoning by Wendy Higgins” →

(Mild Spoiler) Review: Carry On by Rainbow Rowell

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23734628Carry On by Rainbow Rowell
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Published by: Macmillan Children’s Books
Pages: 522
Format: E-Book
Rating: ★★.5
Where to Find: Goodreads | Author | Amazon

P L O T
For those that loved the fan fiction elements of Fangirl, this is a must. But, if you’re expecting the same story Cath was writing that we got lucky snippets of, you’re in for a bit of a shock.

Carry On is a completely new story. It’s not what the fictional author Gemma T. Leslie created. It’s not what Cath wrote on her beloved laptop. It’s 100% Rainbow Rowell’s creation, though Rainbow and Cath harbour the same homoerotic tendencies when it comes to Simon and Baz.

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Review: Rite of Revelation by Sarah Negovetich

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27364670Rite of Revelation by Sarah Negovetich
Genre: Dystopian, Romance
Pages: 393
Format: e-book
Rating: ★★★
Series: Rite of Rejection (#1)
Where to Find: Goodreads | Amazon

We were approached by Sarah to review the second book in her series, after reading Rite Of Rejection around this time last year. The first book in the series ends on a huge cliffhanger, and originally we didn’t think there was going to be a sequel, but there was more of Rebecca’s story to be told, so of course, we were delighted to be able to read the next instalment!

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Review: Sweet Peril by Wendy Higgins

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15768191Sweet Peril by Wendy Higgins
Genre: Supernatural, Romance
Published by: HarperTeen
Pages: 371
Format: e-book
Rating: ★★
Where to Find: Goodreads | Author | Amazon

P L O T
Kai and Anna have been apart for a while, but their burning lust for each other certainly hasn’t died down. Will the two finally admit to being in love, and just get together all ready? Among evil sin Dukes and threats to their world, the couple facing more problems than the average seventeen year old.  Continue reading “Review: Sweet Peril by Wendy Higgins” →

(Spoiler) Review: Ruin and Rising by Leigh Bardugo

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22535408Ruin and Rising by Leigh Bardugo
Genre: Fantasy
Published by: Indigo Books
Pages: 368
Format: Paperback
Series: Shadow and Bone (#1), Siege and Storm (#2)
Rating: ★★★★
Where to Find: Goodreads | Author | Amazon

P L O T
In the final book of the Grisha Trilogy, Alina and Mal must hunt for the final amplifier in hopes of destroying the Darkling and his power once of for all. Full of action, tragedy and the occasion sweet kiss, Ruin and Rising is one of the best series finales I’ve ever read.

The characters have reached their climatic peril. It’s all go for the gang. How many other ‘this is it!’ quotes can I put in a plot summary? Basically, we’re in for a wild ride. (Woohoo, cliche counter cracked!)  Continue reading “(Spoiler) Review: Ruin and Rising by Leigh Bardugo” →

Review: Opposition by Jennifer L. Armentrout

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13644055Opposition by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Genre: Paranormal, Romance
Published by: Entangled Teen
Pages: 352
Format: E-Book
Series: Obsidian (Lux #1), Onyx (#2), Opal (#3), Origin (#4)
Rating: ★★
Where to Find: Goodreads | Author | Amazon

P L O T
Daemon and Katy have reached the end of their journey: an alien apocalypse. Will they be able to put aside their lust for each other long enough to fight the battle? ….eh, no.  Continue reading “Review: Opposition by Jennifer L. Armentrout” →

Review: Beautiful Broken Things by Sara Barnard

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25437747Beautiful Broken Things by Sara Barnard
Genre: Contemporary
Published by: Macmillan Children’s Books
Pages: 400
Format: ARC e-book
Rating: ★★★★★
Where to Find: Goodreads | Author | Amazon

All about friendship, this book is special. Focusing on the lives of Caddy, the protagonist, and her two friends Rosie and Suzanne as they try and navigate teenage life. Full of fun, friendship and the inevitable drama that comes with being 16 years old, ‘Beautiful Broken Things’ is an amazing novel and a masterful debut.  Continue reading “Review: Beautiful Broken Things by Sara Barnard” →

Review: Underwater by Marisa Reichardt

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26799477Underwater by Marisa Reichardt
Genre: Contemporary, Romance
Published by: Macmillan Children’s Books
Pages: 256
Format: ARC E-Book
Rating: ★★★.5
Where to Find: Goodreads | Amazon | Author

Synopsis
Morgan, a seventeen year old star swimmer, suffers from agoraphobia after her experience of a school shooting. Tired of being a hermit, Morgan wishes she could live a normal life. Luckily, a new neighbour, Evan, gives her a chance to do so, and with Evan’s reassurance and the support of her family, Morgan finds her way back underwater. Continue reading “Review: Underwater by Marisa Reichardt” →