Review: Pawn

PAWN

Author: Aimee Carter

Publication Date: 11/26/2013
Audience: YA

Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian

 

YOU CAN BE A VII. IF YOU GIVE UP EVERYTHING.

For Kitty Doe, it seems like an easy choice. She can either spend her life as a III in misery, looked down upon by the higher ranks and forced to leave the people she loves, or she can become a VII and join the most powerful family in the country.

If she says yes, Kitty will be Masked—surgically transformed into Lila Hart, the Prime Minister's niece, who died under mysterious circumstances. As a member of the Hart family, she will be famous. She will be adored. And for the first time, she will matter.

There's only one catch. She must also stop the rebellion that Lila secretly fostered, the same one that got her killed …and one Kitty believes in. Faced with threats, conspiracies and a life that's not her own, she must decide which path to choose—and learn how to become more than a pawn in a twisted game she's only beginning to understand.

 

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Review: Breath, Annie, Breathe

BREATHE, ANNIE, BREATHE

Author: Miranda Kenneally

Publication Date: 07/15/2014

Audience: YA/NA

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Annie hates running. No matter how far she jogs, she can’t escape the guilt that if she hadn’t broken up with Kyle, he might still be alive. So to honor his memory, she starts preparing for the marathon he intended to race.

But the training is even more grueling than Annie could have imagined. Despite her coaching, she’s at war with her body, her mind—and her heart. With every mile that athletic Jeremiah cheers her on, she grows more conflicted. She wants to run into his arms…and sprint in the opposite direction. For Annie, opening up to love again may be even more of a challenge than crossing the finish line.

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Graphic Novels / Manga

 

 

I have never, ever, had any experience with graphic novels or manga (are they the same thing?). I feel like I missed something in my childhood by not getting into comics (graphic novels?) at a young age, but just because I'm an adult doesn't mean I can't start now! As I've grown as a reader I have found myself interested in trying new things and am now at a point where I would like to give these items a shot, especially manga.  Problem is, I have no idea where to start!!  Anyone have any facts or info or ideas for me?? Recommendations on where to start?.. HELP!

Weekly Catch Up

Welcome one and all to Head In The Clouds' Weekly Catch Up.  Let's Discuss...

Books I Read:

Over the weekend I was able to start and finish two books, Stolen by Lucy Christopher and Confess by Colleen Hoover, both of which I have already posted a review on so check that out! I then tried, and failed, to get into the second book in the Throne of Glass series, Crown of Midnight.  I'm in a type of reading slump right now that I just couldn't handle the depth and complications of this beautiful series so I gave up and left it to be read at a later time.  Luckily, I had much better luck with Breathe, Annie, Breathe by Miranda Kenneally so the week didn't end with a reading loss.


TV I Watched:

I've been binging on Criminal Minds on Netflix for the past month or two.  I blame Netflix for my slow down in book reviews, it's pretty much an addiction.  Anyways, I'm on season 3 and now I find myself constantly comparing things to the show and wondering what the Team would think about certain crimes in the news.  It's a problem.

The Royals premiered Sunday over on E! and I must admit that it's kind of a guilty pleasure watch.  I'm not sure how long I will follow the series because I wasn't completely impressed with the series opener, it's kind of like watching a train wreck.  I also couldn't help wondering what the real Royal family thinks about this American show.  It seems bad taste to me...

Eye Candy on MTV aired their Season Finale Monday night. (SPOILER WARNING) I can't believe that Jake ended up being the Flirtual Killer!! In the beginning I really thought Tommy was the killer but by the last few episodes it became clear it wasn't him.  Still, I thought Jake was cleared so I actually started to like the guy!! Also..what is Sara up to? I'm looking forward to next season!

iZombie premiered on the CW and I am a fan! It has a zombie with a brain who is a comic book hero complete with super powers and Veronica Mars investigative skills. Now I'm just hoping everyone else loves it since the CW is notorious for canceling shows I fall for...

Grey's Anatomy how you like to play with my heart. I bawled like a baby for most of this weeks episode. And then... Derrek, Derrek, Derrek how you make me hate you!  Of course up until this episode I was starting to lose interest in the show, the producers sure know how to pull a girl back in...

Only 3 weeks and 1 day until Season 5 of Game of Thrones airs on HBO! I'm so ready!


GAMES I PLAYED:

My husband downloaded a new game onto the Playstation for the kids enjoyment.  It's called The Castle of Illusion starring Mickey Mouse.  Turns out it's a pretty fun game and it has me contemplating getting myself a gaming system.  I'm pretty sure the husband and I couldn't share the playstation plus I like being able to be close to the screen so I can see what's going on, so I've been looking at PSP's or DS's any thoughts on either?

Have a great weekend everyone! See you all next week!