Claimed by Him by Red Garnier

Claimed by Him (A Billionaire's Club #1) 

by Red Garnier

Graves Buchanan has had to climb farther and higher than any of his friends, single handedly becoming a billionaire in less than two decades, even with a rotten poor childhood in the streets. He likes sex the way he learned it; animal, raw and without any strings attached. But even as messed-up as he is, he cares deeply for his best friend’s baby sister, Chloe Lexington. But Chloe is an heiress, a ‘princess’, and no matter how much he wants her, Graves doesn't think he has it in him to handle a girl like her.

But Chloe has other plans for him, and she’s not taking no for an answer. She’s been warned against Graves by her brother, Daniel, and against all of his eccentric billionaire friends, but Chloe has merely been biding her time. Now that she’s almost twenty-five, she’s determined to have the man she’s always wanted, and she’ll use anything as incentive to be claimed by him, at last.

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My Thoughts:

This book was amazing! It's a short read, only about 100 pages, but it feels like so much more. There is so much anticipation and sexual tension when reading this book! It's hot and steamy and I just couldn't wait to get through it. The main characters were great. Since it was so short there wasn't too much back story, but the characters were developed. There's also 4 more books to this series, so there's plenty of time for lots to happen. I gave this book 5 stars on Goodreads, so I'd recommend it to anyone who likes romance or erotica. 

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Book Review: They're Coming by Timothy Young

They're Coming by Timothy Young

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They're Coming! is a humorously creepy picture book from author/illustrator Timothy Young. It shows monsters and ghouls and various creatures from all over. Why are they coming? You'll have to read the book to find out.

My Thoughts:

This book has the perfect amount of creepy-ness, and suspense for a children's book. It keeps you going and going and wondering what's going on. But of course at the end you find out what they're actually coming for. And us, as adults, know that it's nothing truly scary, but it was great for my son. He loved the ending and was smiling and laughing. He's always loved scary stuff and Halloween. And he's practically obsessed with zombies.

I recommend this book to everybody, but especially moms who have children that love scary stuff :)

About the Author:

Timothy Young has worked as an animator, toy designer, graphic designer, art director and illustrator. He is proud to add author to that list with his first book, I'M LOOKING FOR A MONSTER! He is currently finishing his second book for Random House and has many more in various stages of completion. 

I'M LOOKING FOR A MONSTER! won a merit award for design from the New York Bookbinders Guild.

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Book Review: Up Cat + Up Dog by Hazel Hutchins

Up Dog by Hazel Hutchins (writer), Fanny (illustrator)

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Uh-oh! Look out, house! This little dog is very busy cheerfully digging up and chewing up everything in sight. It’s a sad little dog who’s locked up in the pen while the house and garden are tidied up. But all is not lost, as he’s cautiously welcomed back up the steps and into the house at the end of the day.

Readers will have fun both watching the antics of this little dog and interpreting the animated facial expressions that range from determination and dejection to joy. While readers follow the dog from bad to good in rhythmic two- or three-word panels, they’ll also learn how to use “up” phrases.

Together with UP CAT, this engaging board book will expand toddlers’ vocabulary while delighting them with everyday scenes in the lives of two adorable animals.

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Up Cat by Hazel Hutchins (writer), Fanny (illustrator)

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"You'd be surprised at what a cat gets up to all day!"

A cat can get tangled up in all kinds of fun and mischief between wake-up time and nap time. Follow along with the playful text as Cat laps up milk, messes up the house, gets up to no good, stands up to a visiting dog, and finally curls up for a nap in the sun.

The expressive, energetic illustrations against simple backgrounds mirror the spare but rhythmic text that teaches about "up" actions while leading the reader through a day in the life of a cat.

Hazel Hutchins has written over 30 books for children and young adults and has received numerous awards for her work.

My Thoughts:
Just a little background info -my son is 7 and in 1st grade. And he's been in accelerated reading since Kindergarten. With that said, he loved these books. I think these would be great books to be read to your kids when they're babies as well as older kids. I would say up to 8 or 9. There are only a few words per page, but he didn't seem to care, he was laughing and loving the pictures as if it was his reading level. I suppose that's the beauty of reading :)

I also thought they were cute, I loved both stories, I was trying to pick a favorite, but couldn't. I loved the part where the cat gets tied up in the yarn, it was so adorable. Another thing is that even though there are only a few per page, they still had some challenging ones, like on the page with the yarn, it says "all snarled up." Well my son didn't know what that meant, so I was glad he was still learning something. And it is very educational, it talks about cats personality traits.

I definitely recommend this to all mommies! And everybody really! You can never go wrong with children's books.

What's your favorite children's book?

**Both books were provided by the publisher via Netgalley**

Book Review: The Walking Dead, Vol. 6: This Sorrowful Life

The Walking Dead, Volume 6: This Sorrowful Life

by Robert Kirkman (Writer)

 & Charlie Adlard (Illustrator)

& Cliff Rathburn (Colorist/Shading)

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An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months, society has crumbled: there is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living.

In this volume: Rick is trapped in a town surrounded by madmen and he must find a way out or die trying. Meanwhile, back at the prison, the rest of the survivors come to grips with the fact Rick may be dead, and a major turning point in the series is reached.

My Thoughts:

Thank god their little problem was taken care of. I couldn't stand the suspense of what was going to happen to them. I think I had my hand over my mouth for about the last 6 issues. I was happy to put it down, but not before moving my hand from my mouth to cover my eyes... Issue #33- ... WOW! .... Just WOW! That one's pretty graphic. But I think it was completely necessary. Ya know?! Who wouldn't seek revenge like that? I would. I wouldn't have had the nerve to do half the things she did. But I would've  done something.

Seriously, how long can the same things happen?! They can't just live life and fight the zombies. Something has to happen or it would be boring. And since we're already in the zombie apocalypse, it has to be pretty outrageous. I'm really loving the ideas that are coming up in my head when I think of what could happen. But I'm sure Kirkman thought of better ones.

I'm hearing the next book is pretty insane, so I think I'll go read that now. Of course by the time this is posted I'll probably be up to date on all issues, because I'm reading these so fast. And who really wants 6 book reviews on the same series within like 2 days. But I am writing the reviews as I go along. I don't want to get confused about what happened in what volume and run stuff together and then it's a piece of zombie foot review. Haha. Piece of zombie foot?! I must be losing my mind.

Last night I had a dream about the walking dead. That's how much this series is taking over my brain. And I wasn't scared either, because lets face it, I'm a big baby. But I was surprisingly happy with my dreams of Rick and Tyreese fighting off the zombies. And it was really weird. And then I dreamt of going to the store to buy chicken. That was the awkwardness of my post sleep thoughts. I dreamt about zombies and then buying chicken at Albertsons. Hmmmm....? hungry much.

Overall I gave this volume 4 stars. I think this is my most favorite series so far. I don't think I'll ever stop reading it. If you want to read my reviews for the previous volumes you can do so here- Vol. 1, Vol. 2, Vol. 3, Vol. 4 &5.

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Book Review: Losing It by Cora Carmack

Virginity.

Bliss Edwards is about to graduate from college and still has hers.

Sick of being the only virgin among her friends, she decides the best way to deal with the problem is to lose it as quickly and simply as possible-- a one-night stand.

But her plan turns out to be anything but simple when she freaks out and leaves a gorgeous guy alone and naked in her bed with an excuse that no one with half-a-brain would ever believe.

And as if if that weren't embarrassing enough, when she arrives for her first class of her last college semester, she recognizes her new theatre professor.

She'd left him naked in her bed about 8 hours earlier.

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My Thoughts:
I first saw this book on iTunes  I had never heard of it, but it was #1 on the list of iBooks. So I decided to go ahead and get it. And for $3.99? I'd say it was definitely worth it.

I really loved the synopsis. I could tell immediately that I was going to like this book. And when I started reading it, I thought I had it all planned out, like I knew what was going to happen. But it changed, which I liked.

I'd say this book is a romance. Not erotica in anyway for those who are wondering. It's all about Bliss and Garrick and what is going on. Because nobody really knows, not even them. And it's just an all around good story.

As far as characters go, I liked them all. Bliss was very likable  She was a regular college student with dreams and ambitions. Even though she was a virgin, it was believable. Her character just seemed like a virgin. So inexperienced and everything. I also liked Kelsey & Cade, her best friends, their friendship was easy. And since they were all studying acting it made their bond even closer.

Let's talk about the love interest: Garrick! Oh. Oh my. Him and all his hotness and his British accent. The way that he is described just makes me want him. And then the fact that he turned out to be her teacher, wow. Lifetime fantasy right there! Bliss is too lucky to have lived it! I liked how there was an epilogue from Garrick's point of view. And we got to see what happened after her graduation and with them.

Overall I gave it 3 stars, I think it would be more like a 3.5. The only reason it didn't get 4 is because the book wasn't really about anything else besides what was going on with Bliss and Garrick. It had stuff to do with her friends, but nothing else was mentioned. And I felt like I would have gotten a better picture of her life if other things had been put in there.

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Book Blitz: Flee by Miranda Kavi

I can fly.

I have to keep it a secret.

Everything was fine, 

until I met him.

I can’t stay away…

Aurora Lockette has a supernatural ability she hides from the world. Gavyn Dhaval is a newly famous actor that shies away from the spotlight. When Aurora and Gavyn literally collide in a fender bender on her first day of law school, they are irresistibly drawn to each other.

When Aurora’s secret is revealed, she has no choice but to abandon Gavyn to go into hiding to escape the media frenzy. A secret society of gifted humans contacts her to warn of dark forces that seek to destroy her and everyone she loves.

Aurora must try to understand who and what she is while she fights to protect herself and her loved ones from a hidden, sinister force.

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My Thoughts:
Flee was a really good and quick read. It was predictable in some parts, but had enough surprise left for me to discover. It had the appropriate amount of romance and action and suspense.

I enjoyed Aurora as a character, she seemed like a good person trying to make something of herself. And I loved her new friend Bree, they were definitely meant to be friends. I was sad at the end because they didn't say whether they stayed friends or not. I'll just assume they did.

I did enjoy the love interest and their romance. I felt that Aurora and Gavyn's love was kind of insta-love. They did go on a lot of dates, but it was a little quick for me.

I wish the author would have took a little bit more time to describe the "things" coming after her. Like why were they so scary. Why did they want her? Why did they chase her kind? It wasn't properly answered. You just knew that that's how it was.

I gave this book four stars. It was a good story, but wasn't amazing. I definitely recommend it.

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A Little About the Author:
Miranda Kavi is a YA and Paranormal/Urban Fantasy author. She has worked as an attorney, an executive recruiter, and an assistant in a biological anthropology lab. She loves scary movies, museums, and is hopelessly addicted to chocolate. She lives in the Houston area with her husband and daughter.

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Book Review: The Walking Dead, Volume: 4 & 5

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Life in the prison starts to get interesting for Rick Grimes and the rest of our survivors. 

Relationships heat up, fizzle out, and change entirely almost overnight. 

By the end of this volume, relationships between key characters are radically changed, setting the stage for future events in TheWalking Dead.

My Thoughts:
Volume 4 was good, but it kinda started to slow down. It was more soap opera-ish than anything, which I personally enjoy. I love drama. I love fighting. I love relationship problems. a lot happened, I try to keep these spoiler free just in case someone hasn't read that far yet. Or is maybe watching the show and I wouldn't want to ruin something that could happen in the show. And I don't want to give stuff away that happens in previous issues/volumes.

The plot was still good. Moved along nicely. Lots of stuff going on. Cliffhangers and all, which I do enjoy at the end of the issue. It's like little finales or something in the middle of the book. Of course there's killings and all that jazz.

By the way, Charlie Adlard is still the illustrator and Cliff Rathburn is still doing the color/shading. And both are going wonderfully. 

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As the survivors settle into their prison home something has drawn them out into the open... out of the prison... out of their sanctuary. 

This is a major turning point for the overall story of The Walking Dead, setting the stage for years to come.

My Thoughts:
Well, just when you think it can't get that much crazier, it does. Volume 5 really took off. There was a huge change. They actually found another group of survivors and that doesn't go over so well, it's actually pretty gruesome. And it had me scared for the rest of the book and I'm still scared because it hasn't been resolved yet.

Lori is working my nerves. She needs to just shut up already. She is so hard on Rick all the time and always so worried. And he's just trying to build a better life for everyone and help in any way possible. And her secret. OMG, it's just painful for me to watch. I can't believe she won't just tell it already. and the whole Carol thing, like really?! Wtf was that all about? Anybody have an opinion on that?! I'd love to hear it.

I can't believe how much I'm liking this series. I've read the first 5 volumes in like 3 days. I usually get tired of stuff pretty easily. But there must be just enough crazy stuff going on and changes every volume to keep me going. I've actually already caught up to the most recent issue. I will have a review for Volume 6: This Sorrowful Life, but that will be the last. Then I'll do an overall series (so far) review. If you want to see my review of The Walking Dead, Vol. 1: Days Gone Bye, you can do so here.

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Only watched the show? 

You should try the comic.

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compares to the comics?

Have a fabulous day!

Wild for Wideacre

Wideacre by Philippa Gregory

I've always been a fan of Philippa Gregory, in fact she is probably my favorite author. So I have read several of her works including The Tudor Series and often wondered where did this passion and deftness she has in her craft come from? I had to start at the beginning. So, like any good fledgling historian I went back to the first thing she'd written. Wideacre, book number one in the Wideacre trilogy. 

The story takes place in the English countryside in the 18th century. The novel centers around young Beatrice Lacey and her family. She is part of the "quality" and her family has owned the land Wideacre Hall has sat on for generations. There are strict adherences to ones place in society during this time in England and Beatrice decides to break the rules for love. Not only her love for a certain village boy, but her love for the land as well.

Women in 18th century England did not have many rights. They could not inherit property and were utterly dependent on men for their livelihoods. Beatrice knows this reality, because she observes it with her mother and other wealthy women in her life. She is determined not to be subservient to any man and be the leader of her future. Because of this she eventually becomes obsessed with owning her ancestral home and becoming the ruler of the land and the people. She goes to great lengths to ensure that this happens and reaps the consequences of her reckless behavior. 

Philippa does a wonderful job, in her first novel as in her subsequent novels of writing in such a way that the reader becomes immersed in the world of the book. It was a joy to read and I give it five stars and recommend it for lovers of historical fiction and of course Philippa fans.

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Book Review: The Walking Dead, Vol 3: Safety Behind Bars

The Walking Dead, Vol 3: Safety Behind Bars

by Robert Kirkman (Writer)

 & Charlie Adlard (Illustrator)

& Cliff Rathburn (Colorist/Shading)

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SYNOPSIS:

An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months, society has crumbled: there is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. 

This volume follows our band of survivors as they set up a permanent camp inside a prison. Relationships change, characters die, and our team of survivors learn there's something far more deadly than zombies out there: each other.

My Thoughts:
So here we are, Volume 3, this volume has issues #13-18 in it. So many things are happening in this one. It's really getting wild out there and survival mode is needed more than ever.

We thought shit was getting crazy in volume 2, I was wrong, terribly wrong. They're fighting more and more zombies. And trying to find a place to hide out and live as more of a permanent solution. They some what find one, but it's a prison!

People start going crazy, turning on each other. Fighting and arguing like crazy over the dumbest stuff. Some more new characters were introduced. Obviously since people keep dying, which I assume will keep happening. It just makes me wonder how far the main, main characters are gonna make it. We had one big scare with a main character. I would've been very upset had that happened.

And for some reason, there was actually a good amount of sex in this one. Which at first seems awkward, but honestly, with all this craziness, sex is probably essential. It's the one easy thing you can do to feel relaxed and actually happy. I don't blame them.

This volume only got 4 stars because I think it got a little too crazy. Some of it could've been left out. And it would've been perfect. And there's so many things going on with the different groups of characters that I'm starting to get confused. But I look forward to continuing with this series. I just cant get enough of the zombies! Here are my reviews for Vol 1 & Vol 2 :)

I also started watching the show,

it's really weird so far. I don't

know why it's so weird for me.

But I hope to catch up soon.

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Book Review: Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert

Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert
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So, the summer before last I read Madame Bovary's Daughter by Linda Urbach. It was extremely well written and continues the classic story of Madame Bovary written by Gustave Flaubert in the 1850's. Well after reading such an intriguing continuation. I naturally wanted to go back to the beginning and read what started it all. So I picked up a classically bound copy of Madame Bovary and read it.

It was amazing! It tells the gripping story of a woman who marries a young doctor for what she tells herself is "love". Later in the relationship she finds herself feeling confined and bored. The book explores the feeling of many middle class women during that period of time of confinement. Because, unlike women of a lower class, they were not expected to work to earn a living. Therefore they were left to lord themselves over the house and become annoyed with their own limited existences. She then falls in love with another man and cheats on her husband with him. The affair doesn't last long. Prior to the affair she has a baby girl and eventually neglects her child because of her own self importance.

Later she ends up bankrupting her husband and running out of money. When she tries to obtain loans from her friends they turn her down and in her shame she kills herself with arsenic. A sad and painful way to die. Her story, though it seems like the tale of a selfish wealthy women with nothing better to do than neglect her responsibilities as a wife and mother in favor of a more adventurous life, is much more than that. It is is a tale of the female struggle for independence from the manor-like cage upper class men created for their wives. In the end she was the ultimate master of her fate and would not be kept prisoner in a life she despised.

Book Review: The Walking Dead, Vol 2: Miles Behind Us

The Walking Dead, Vol 2: Miles Behind Us

by Robert Kirkman (Writer)

 & Charlie Adlard (Illustrator)

& Cliff Rathburn (Colorist/Shading)

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SYNOPSIS:

An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months, society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. This volume follows our band of survivors on their tragic journey in search of shelter. Characters live and die as they brave a treacherous landscape littered with packs of the walking dead.

My Thoughts:
I just couldn't get enough of The Waking Dead, so pretty much immediately after I finished volume 1, I had to start volume 2. I read half last night and the second half this morning. It didn't take me long, it's a really quick read, but the main point is that it's a great read. You can see my review of volume 1 here.

As I said in my review of volume 1, I don't do the whole zombie thing, but this series is epic! I can already tell. If you love zombies, you will absolutely love it. If you like comics or graphic novels, I'm sure you will love this also. It's not so much that it's zombies, because it's not. There's love, betrayal, survival, struggle, heartbreak.... I mean, everything you could ever want (plus zombies) is in this series.

So, this volume includes issues #7-12, and let me tell you now, shit really starts to hit the fan. Of course with all these zombies, they're forced to keep a move on and looking for food and weapons. All the essentials to surviving the zombie apocalypse. So there are some journeys, some pretty interesting ones too. Along with journeys comes new characters, along with new characters obviously means some of the old ones have to die... Dun dun dunnnn! Sorry, I had to! 

The story telling was fabulous just like last time. The plot kept a steady move, never boring. There were a lot of different emotions in this one as I mentioned above.. Some romance, betrayal, heartbreak, loss.. And lots and lots of arguing and action! I haven't had the thought "well, what else could happen?" yet because I don't think that will ever come. Anything and everything could happen!

And of course, the art is fantastic as well. We did have a change of artist though -Tony Moore did issues #1-5 and Charlie Adlard took over from issue #6 and is the current illustrator. There's lots and lots of detail. You really get the whole picture and know everything that's happening. And I like how when someone is eaves dropping, it will show them listening on one side of the strip and the people talking on the other. I always find those funny for some reason. It couldn't have been any better. I would give it 10 stars if possible.

Can't wait to see what happens next.

**MUST.. GET.. MORE.. BOOKS.. NOW!** 

(said in a zombie-ish tone!)

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Book Review: The Duff by Kody Keplinger

The Duff: Designated Ugly Fat Friend 

by Kody Keplinger

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SYNOPSIS:

Seventeen-year-old Bianca Piper is cynical and loyal, and she doesn't think she’s the prettiest of her friends by a long shot. She’s also way too smart to fall for the charms of man-slut and slimy school hottie Wesley Rush. In fact, Bianca hates him. And when he nicknames her “the Duff,” she throws her Coke in his face.

But things aren't so great at home right now, and Bianca is desperate for a distraction. She ends up kissing Wesley. Worse, she likes it. Eager for escape, Bianca throws herself into a closeted enemies-with-benefits relationship with him.

Until it all goes horribly awry. It turns out Wesley isn’t such a bad listener, and his life is pretty screwed up, too. Suddenly Bianca realizes with absolute horror that she’s falling for the guy she thought she hated more than anyone.

My Thoughts:

I kept seeing this book all over Goodreads and everyone was saying that it was great, so I put it on my TBR. I actually came across one of Kody Keplinger's other books, A Midsummer's Nightmare, and it sounded really interesting -so I read that first. I completely loved that book, you can see my review for it here. So, I thought that this book would be great just like that one was.... Well, I was wrong..

I didn't hate this book, I don't think I even disliked this book. It was just okay, kind of like blahhh. When I read the synopsis and thought of where the story could go and the possibilities, I was thinking this is gonna be wayyy good! There could have been so much juicy drama. But it just didn't happen. Stuff was going on, but I felt it was simple, boring drama.

The writing was great to me, the style that Kody Keplinger has just appeals to me. I don't know why. I don't know why I didn't like this book, I can't pinpoint it no matter how hard I try. I guess it just wasn't meant for me. But I really did try to get into this book, and really get into the characters and story, I tried switching from text to the audiobook. I figured listening to it would be better some how. But that failed too.

The whole "duff" thing kind of pissed me off. Not because I'm a bigger woman, but because Wesley took to calling Bianca that all the time, like she didn't have a name. Like hello?! RUDE! And her dumb self just kept letting it happen. Yeah, she was pissed and hated it, but then it seemed like she got over it and just let him. I would've never kissed anyone that continuously called me that. But whatever.

Things sucked for both Wesley and Bianca in their home life. I understand why they found their medium with each other and realized they could talk about things and help each other forget and be happy in that moment. But it was just pretty unrealistic to me. That would never happen in real life. But I suppose that's the purpose of fiction.

All in all, I would recommend this to others. The majority seem to like it. I think it just wasn't meant for me. Maybe our personalities don't go well together :) I feel i gave it an honest try. I actually did finish the book, there were a few times i wanted to give up, but with it only being 280 pages, I had to finish it. So I say give it a try if the synopsis appeals to you. To each their own :)

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Book Review: The Walking Dead, Vol 1: Days Gone Bye

ZOMBIESSS!

The Walking Dead Volume 1: Days Gone Bye

by Robert Kirkman & Tony Moore

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Synopsis:

An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months, society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. Rick Grimes finds himself one of the few survivors in this terrifying future. A couple months ago he was a small town cop who had never fired a shot and only ever saw one dead body. Separated from his family, he must now sort through all the death and confusion to try and find his wife and son. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. 

My Thoughts:
ZOMBIES! Everybody loves zombies! Except me... I've seen Zombieland, but other than that, nothing. I've never read any zombie books or watched zombie shows. But I do like them and think its quite interesting. And to think of the whole zombie apocalypse idea is entertaining.

So to start this review, I'll start with how I first heard of The Walking Dead. It was the show, my sister heard about it and watched it and obviously thought it was absolutely epic. She forced me to watch one episode, which I liked, but didn't quite understand what was going on because it wasn't the first episode. And for some reason I didn't continue to watch it.

Well the other day I was looking for comic books for my son to read, to get him more interested in reading, and came across The Walking Dead. So I figured I liked the show, and the books are always better, so I should just read it. And I had only saw one episode, which was in the first season, so it wasn't spoiled for me. Perfect! So I got the first book, which is he first 6 issues put together to make up a sort of graphic novel.

So what did I think...? It was amazing! I was hoping it'd be in color, but it wasn't, which is okay. I've yet to read a comic book or manga that's in color, so it didn't bother me too much. And when I thought about it, they'd have to deal with all the colors of the blood and flesh. So it makes sense. I love how it starts out and you're just kind of thrown in there. And you don't know what's happening or what has started all of this craziness. I love learning along with the characters.

I wasn't expecting there to be that many characters either, but I suppose it makes sense. With 17 volumes so far and over 100 issues, you gotta start big and start killing off people so you can get some more in there and then kill them! That's what makes a good story.. Right..? :)

Let's talk about the art... Oh my god! Fabulous! It's so detailed with the zombies. The facial expressions are great. I haven't read any other comic books out there, so I don't have much to compare it to, except for Death Note. And I think it's done very well. The only problem I seem to have is I forget to look at the pictures. I'm too focused on hurrying up and reading through it, because I just want to know what happens. So I have to tell myself to slow down. Enjoy it. Look at the pictures :)

The story telling was great too. There was never a dull moment. It was very informative when we're figuring out what's going on. The back story (before the zombie apocalypse started) was good and not overpowering. I gave it 5 stars, I would've gave it more if possible. I've continued reading the series and I'm enjoying every issue. I can't wait to see where this goes... Bottom Line: READ IT! 

Do you like comics? 

Have a favorite series?

Read any in this series?

Seen the show? Like it?

I've inserted a picture here just for fun! 

Have a nice day everyone!

Book Review: Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire

"He was afraid of nothing. Until he'd met me."

Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire

Goodreads - Amazon

SYNOPSIS:

The new Abby Abernathy is a good girl. She doesn't drink or swear, and she has the appropriate percentage of cardigans in her wardrobe. Abby believes she has enough distance between her and the darkness of her past, but when she arrives at college with her best friend, her path to a new beginning is quickly challenged by Eastern University's Walking One-Night Stand.

Travis Maddox, lean, cut, and covered in tattoos, is exactly what Abby needs—and wants—to avoid. He spends his nights winning money in a floating fight ring, and his days as the ultimate college campus charmer. Intrigued by Abby’s resistance to his appeal, Travis tricks her into his daily life with a simple bet. If he loses, he must remain abstinent for a month. If Abby loses, she must live in Travis’s apartment for the same amount of time. Either way, Travis has no idea that he has met his match.

My Thoughts:

Honestly I don't know what to say about this book.... It was everything I ever wanted, needed and could ask for without even knowing I did. It did take me a while to read, which I was not happy about, I had so much going on and I was really busy. But when I had time to read I was into it! And I still can't get over the story. All the ups and downs, my god was it ever a roller coaster. It was so worth it.

I thought the characters were great. I have no complaints on them whatsoever. Abby aka "Pidge" (still don't understand how that name came about) was perfect. Fun, nice, caring, smart, outgoing, --all the good qualities that make up a good college character :) And Travis! Omg! Travis! I really wish he was a real person and living in my little crappy town. Oh the things i would.... Wait, I'm getting off subject... He's a bad boy who rides a motorcycle, a hot little cutie with an attitude and a bunch of girls always chasing him. He has tattoos and he's just awesome. Who wouldn't wanna sit here all day and talk about Travis, but I must move on. I thought Shep and America were good side characters. They did their job in supporting their friends and sticking up for one another.

In the synopsis it talks about the "new Abby Abernathy" and getting away from the "darkness of her past"... It really confused me when I was reading the book because I kept thinking -"well what it is? Tell me already"... And you have to wait a while. Then when I did, it was like that's it?!? Then it went into it a little more and it made perfect sense why she moved, started over, and wanted nothing to do with the past. I would have too.

And the ending... Like holy hell. Who was that coming? Like seriously! Okay, I've run out of things to say without spoiling it, I'll leave the rest for my rant/discussion post. So once again, here are my famous last words. Just go read it! I gave it 5 stars!

Have a good day!

Blog Tour: Need by Sherri Hayes

Need by Sherri Hayes

(Finding Anna #2)

Author: Sherri Hayes

Publisher: The Writers Coffee Shop

Published: July 26, 2012

Formats: E-book & Paperback

Where to find the book:

Finding Anna Series Blog

Goodreads 

TWCS

Where to find the author:

Goodreads - TWCS

Twitter - Author Blog

The Playroom Blog

FB Page

Synopsis:

As Brianna comes to terms with the realization that she is no longer a slave, she must figure out what she wants for her life. Forgetting her past isn't an option. It is an integral part of who she is now, and it will forever shape her view of life. The one thing she knows is that she cannot imagine her life without the man who saved her, but can she be what he needs?

Stephan never imagined falling in love with the woman he rescued, but the thought of her no longer being part of his life is physically painful. The scars from her past continue to haunt her, and he is helpless to stop them. All he can do is try to help her work through the traumas of her past. Can he be everything she needs and help her move on?

Here is my review for Slave, the first book in this series, along with my review for Need.

Blog Tour Stops:
7/18 - Ali's Bookshelf
7/19 - Close Encounters
7/20 - Kinky Book Reviews
7/21 - Tattooed Book Review
7/22 - The Write to Make a Living
7/24 - Lori's Book Blog
7/25 - Ruby's Books
7/26 - Musings of a Bookworm
7/27 - Under the Covers Book Blog
7/28 - More Than a Reading Journal
7/30 - Addicted to Words
7/31 - Nightly Reading
8/1 - ME! :)

Hope you all enjoy! And thank you to
Sherri Hayes and TWCS Publishing
for the opportunity! Have a great day!

My 2 Cents: A Midsummer's Nightmare

Review + My 2 Cents

This will be my rant/discussion for A Midsummer's Nightmare. If you HAVE NOT READ this yet and are planning to --DO NOT READ THIS POST!

You can read my spoiler free review here!

Goodreads - Amazon

Book Review: A Midsummer's Nightmare by Kody Keplinger

A Midsummer's Nightmare by Kody Keplinger

Goodreads - Amazon

SYNOPSIS:

Whitley Johnson's dream summer with her divorcé dad has turned into a nightmare. She's just met his new fiancé and her kids. The fiancée's son? Whitley's one-night stand from graduation night. Just freakin' great.

Worse, she totally doesn't fit in with her dad's perfect new country-club family. So Whitley acts out. She parties. Hard. So hard she doesn't even notice the good things right under her nose: a sweet little future stepsister who is just about the only person she's ever liked, a best friend (even though Whitley swears she doesn't "do" friends), and a smoking-hot guy who isn't her stepbrother...at least, not yet. It will take all three of them to help Whitley get through her anger and begin to put the pieces of her family together.

Filled with authenticity and raw emotion, Whitley is Kody Keplinger's most compelling character to date: a cynical Holden Caulfield-esque girl you will wholly care about.

What I have to say:
I'm drawing a blank on this one. I have so much to say, but it's all spoiler-ish. I don't have anything negative to say about this book. The only thing I wish is that it was a little longer.

I liked this book. It had all the drama, love, family issues,teenager issues that I love! It was perfect for me. All the characters I think were well developed. I loved all of them, everyone had their own personality. No one was bland.

All I'm gonna say is read it, it's the perfect summer read. I gave it 4 stars!

For those of you who HAVE already read it and want to know more of what I though with the spoilers...

Head on over to here for the discussion part of the review!

Have a wonderful day!

Book Review: Need by Sherri Hayes

Need by Sherri Hayes

(Finding Anna #2)

Goodreads - TWCS

SYNOPSIS:

As Brianna comes to terms with the realization that she is no longer a slave, she must figure out what she wants for her life. Forgetting her past isn’t an option. It is an integral part of who she is now, and it will forever shape her view of life. The one thing she knows is that she cannot imagine her life without the man who saved her, but can she be what he needs?


Stephan never imagined falling in love with the woman he rescued, but the thought of her no longer being part of his life is physically painful. The scars from her past continue to haunt her, and he is helpless to stop them. All he can do is try to help her work through the traumas of her past. Can he be everything she needs and help her move on?

My Review:

I loved this one just as much as the first one! But probably even more! And just like the first one, I wouldn't consider this erotica. Although it did have some sexy-times... I consider this more of a romance book with a little kinkyness.

Once again Stephan and Brianna were fabulous. Their connection/bond grew even stronger in this book. It was nice to see her growing as a character, coming out of her shell. In my first review I failed to mention my favorite side characters, Logan and Lily, and it was great to see them back. I love Lily, if she was a real person, I believe we'd be best friends.

So I was assuming this book would be all romance and good times, which it had, but what I didn't expect were the sudden "Holy shit! Did that just happen?" moments. And the little mystery throughout, and the suspense... What?! It rocked my world! I think it really added something special to the story. The author also stuck with the switching of the POV's, it was awesome, as was last time!

Also, I'm not quite sure what I was expecting for the ending, but I definitely was not expecting the ending I got. It was all cliff-hangery.. I did expect that to happen at some point in the book, but I thought it'd be a lot sooner, but I loved it. It made me want the third book even more! I absolutely can't wait for the third book.

This is gonna sound really weird, but the whole fact that she was a sex slave and was held captive for 10 months, and treated like complete shit. Like worse than a dog with a bad owner. And she made it through, even long enough for Stephan to find out about her and help her. It's just so unique. When do you ever read books about this?! Never! I haven't read one! It's just super interesting!

--I'm also on tour for this book, so be looking for that soon! I'll be having an interview with the author Sherri Hayes! Enjoy!

Just like Slave, I give it 5 stars! 

I'd definitely recommend this book, 

but be sure to read Slave first!

Have a great day!

*This book was provided by the publisher for review*