5 Series I Haven't Started

    Hello, Book Lovelies! Can you believe it? It's finally Fall! Fall is one of my favorite times of the year because it is full of pumpkins, pretty colors, and pie. To start off the season, I want you readers to get to know me better through my channel. So, today we'll do just that! There will be a list of five series that I have not started yet down below. Hopefully, I won't be shamed for some of these series... (I'm very sorry, Potterheads) Enjoy reading!


1.) The Selection Series: 

For thirty-five girls, the Selection is the chance of a lifetime. The opportunity to escape the life laid out for them since birth. To be swept up in a world of glittering gowns and priceless jewels. To live in a palace and compete for the heart of gorgeous Prince Maxon.

But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her. Leaving her home to enter a fierce competition for a crown she doesn't want. Living in a palace that is constantly threatened by violent rebel attacks.

Then America meets Prince Maxon. Gradually, she starts to question all the plans she's made for herself—and realizes that the life she's always dreamed of may not compare to a future she never imagined.

   The Selection Series is actually pretty popular and I have heard such good things about it. Even though I have purchased the first book, I just haven't gotten to it. I have heard a few people say that the main character, America Singer, is kind of whiny? I know I need to read it and I plan to in the next few months.

2.) The Cinder Books

Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets of New Beijing. A deadly plague ravages the population. From space, a ruthless lunar people watch, waiting to make their move. No one knows that Earth's fate hinges on one girl. . . .

Cinder, a gifted mechanic, is a cyborg. She's a second-class citizen with a mysterious past, reviled by her stepmother and blamed for her stepsister's illness. But when her life becomes intertwined with the handsome Prince Kai's, she suddenly finds herself at the center of an intergalactic struggle, and a forbidden attraction. Caught between duty and freedom, loyalty and betrayal, she must uncover secrets about her past in order to protect her world's future.

    Just like the Selection series, I have heard so many good things about Cinder. I have even read the first few chapters of Cinder, but eventually I got distracted by Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas and The Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. I have purchased the first two books, Cinder and Scarlet, and I have yet to obtain the rest. It is to my understanding that the fourth book, Winter, will be released in November. I will purchase Cress and Winter together then begin the first book again. I want to enjoy and fangirl over this series as well!

3. The Grisha Trilogy

Surrounded by enemies, the once-great nation of Ravka has been torn in two by the Shadow Fold, a swath of near impenetrable darkness crawling with monsters who feast on human flesh. Now its fate may rest on the shoulders of one lonely refugee.

Alina Starkov has never been good at anything. But when her regiment is attacked on the Fold and her best friend is brutally injured, Alina reveals a dormant power that saves his life--a power that could be the key to setting her war-ravaged country free. Wrenched from everything she knows, Alina is whisked away to the royal court to be trained as a member of the Grisha, the magical elite led by the mysterious Darkling.

Yet nothing in this lavish world is what it seems. With darkness looming and an entire kingdom depending on her untamed power, Alina will have to confront the secrets of the Grisha . . . and the secrets of her heart.

    I haven't read this book yet because I don't have the entire series. I have only had a few people give a good review of this book. For example, Sasha Alsberg. I watch her booktube channel (WHICH I LOVE) and Idi introduced to this book by her. I'm kind of nervous to read it? Have you read it and if so, is it a wonderful book? I have put it on my future TBR pile.

4.) Heroes of Olympus

Jason has a problem. He doesn't remember anything before waking up on a school bus holding hands with a girl. Apparently she's his girlfriend Piper, his best friend is a kid named Leo, and they're all students in the Wilderness School, a boarding school for "bad kids." What he did to end up here, Jason has no idea-except that everything seems very wrong.

Piper has a secret. Her father has been missing for three days, and her vivid nightmares reveal that he's in terrible danger. Now her boyfriend doesn't recognize her, and when a freak storm and strange creatures attack during a school field trip, she, Jason, and Leo are whisked away to someplace called Camp Half-Blood. What is going on? 

Leo has a way with tools. His new cabin at Camp Half-Blood is filled with them. Seriously, the place beats Wilderness School hands down, with its weapons training, monsters, and fine-looking girls. What's troubling is the curse everyone keeps talking about, and that a camper's gone missing. Weirdest of all, his bunkmates insist they are all-including Leo-related to a god. 

   Just to clarify, I love Rick Riordan and all of his books. I read the Percy Jackson series in two days because I was so dedicated to Rick's writing... and Percabeth, BUT THAT IS NOT THE POINT. I have actually read the first book, The Lost Hero, but I don't count that because I skimmed through it and haven't picked it up again. I did like the book, I just got distracted with homework and other activities! So, I tell people I haven't read this series. To me, reading a book is actually READING (not skimming like I did), taking time to understand the book. and get to know the plot and characters. I did not do that during the first round with the Lost Hero, so I plan to purchase these books or put them on my Christmas list very soon!

5.) Harry Potter. (Please don't kill me)

 

Harry Potter has no idea how famous he is. That's because he's being raised by his miserable aunt and uncle who are terrified Harry will learn that he's really a wizard, just as his parents were. But everything changes when Harry is summoned to attend an infamous school for wizards, and he begins to discover some clues about his illustrious birthright. From the surprising way he is greeted by a lovable giant, to the unique curriculum and colorful faculty at his unusual school, Harry finds himself drawn deep inside a mystical world he never knew existed and closer to his own noble destiny.

Okay, I confess. I have NOT read any of the Harry Potter books, by J.K Rowling. Please do not chop me into little piece. I know I need to read these books, but I honestly have so many books on the top of my list that I have planned to read. I will eventually get to this series, but I just. Haven't. I'm not saying it sucks and I'm not saying its amazing, because I honestly don't know. Hopefully, I don't lose you Potter Heads. Again, please don't shame me for not reading these books. I'm sure there are many series out there that we should have read by now and maybe some of you reader don't like this series or any of the others I have listed!

Thank you so much for reading! I am so excited to be reading during this season because I can cuddle up with a blanket and watch the colorful trees as I read. Plus, I can't wait for the Autumn scented candles! Hope this list helped you all to get to know me better. What would you like to see on my blog? Have you read or not read any of these series? Tell me down below and Happy Reading! 

** You can purchase all of these books at Amazon or Barnes and Nobles**

Fangirl Friday: Tobias Eaton.

Fangirl Discussion: Tobias Eaton
Title: Divergent
Author: Veronica Roth
Publisher: Katherine Tegan Books
Pub. Date: February 28, 2012
Source: Purchased

You can purchase this book at: 
Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Powell's



One choice can transform you. Beatrice Prior's society is divided into five factions—Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). Beatrice must choose between staying with her Abnegation family and transferring factions. Her choice will shock her community and herself. But the newly christened Tris also has a secret, one she's determined to keep hidden, because in this world, what makes you different makes you dangerous

So, for today's Fangirl Friday post, I will be discussing one of my favorite fictional characters, Tobias Eaton. Every once in a while, I will be reviewing a book character or a special moment I loved in a certain book, or my favorite OTP's. 

In the Divergent series, we follow the story of Tris Prior who lives in Abnegation. She has been raised to be selfless and respect others more than herself all her life. Since she has hit a certain age, Tris must decide on which faction to commit to. Everyone has one choice in this book, as it is said in the synopsis and on the front cover. Tris shocks her family by choosing the one faction that an Abnegation dweller would most likely never pick, the Dauntless. 

When Tris arrives at Dauntless as a new initiate, she is introduced to the brooding and mysterious trainer, Tobias Eaton. I was instantly in love with this character as soon as I read about him. Tobias was one of the first male leads in a book that caused me sink into the great depths of fangirling.

Tobias Eaton is the love interest and trainer of Tris Prior, but in my mind... He's MY love interest.... O.o I was intrigued with the book from the start, but when Tobias came into the picture, Divergent became one of my favorite books.

Once she arrives at Dauntless, Tris must complete many psychological simulations and physical tests to be considered Dauntless. As Tris goes through these tests, her fellow initiates become jealous when she begins to move up in the ranks from last place to first. The way Tobias supported her and recognized her true potential seemed really sweet to me.

I admire Tobias because of how he treated Tris throughout Divergent. In the beginning of the book, he came across as a jerk and seemed to dislike Tris. As they got to know and understand one another, we begin to learn things about Tobias that twists the book in many ways. 

This leads me to explain one of my favorite moments in the book. It is when Tris is attacked by other initiates and Tobias unexpectedly saves her. As he is tending to her wounds, she explains how embarrassed and vulnerable she feels. Instead of coddling her, Tobias explains to Tris that she needs to take the anger inside of her , turn it into courage, then show the others that she is stronger. 

I was kind of amazed with that moment because in other books, his sort of character would usually coddle and snuggle Tris. Instead, he told it was okay to cry then told her to buck up because it will make her stronger as a person.

In Divergent, the initiates have to face their greatest fears in the simulations. One of Tobias' fears involved his father and that was one of the reasons I really related to his character. I understood him and his fear because I have gone through some of the same things. Even though he is big and brave, he had fears like we all do. 

 I know I would NEVER make it in Dauntless because I don't think I could survive simulations including spiders, sharks, and drowning. Reading about Tobias and watching his character development, kind of taught me that it's okay to be afraid. You don't need to hide your fears from the ones you love.

This books is what shoved me into the dystopian-like books. I absolutely love Divergent, but I haven't watched the movies. (I'M SORRY!!) The reason for me not watching the movies, is because I have read Divergent probably ten times and I have created my own version of the characters, locations, and factions in my head. I really treasure that and watching the movies will only warp that world and ruin the magic. I honestly don't want to lose that, so I will not be watching the Divergent movies.

Who loves Tobias Eaton? I know this review showed how obsessed I am with this series and Tobias :3, but... I'm perfectly sane and healthy. I think... Have you read the Divergent series? What did you think? Hopefully, I'm not alone on this. :) Hope you enjoyed this weeks Fangirl Friday and Happy Reading!

Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard

Title: Red Queen
Author: Victoria Aveyard
Publisher: Harper Teen
Pub. Date: February 10, 2015
Source: Purchased

You can purchase this book at~
Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Powell's Book's 

  
Mare Barrow's world is divided by blood--those with common, Red blood serve the Silver- blooded elite, who are gifted with superhuman abilities. Mare is a Red, scraping by as a thief in a poor, rural village, until a twist of fate throws her in front of the Silver court. Before the king, princes, and all the nobles, she discovers she has an ability of her own.

To cover up this impossibility, the king forces her to play the role of a lost Silver princess and betroths her to one of his own sons. As Mare is drawn further into the Silver world, she risks everything and uses her new position to help the Scarlet Guard--a growing Red rebellion--even as her heart tugs her in an impossible direction. One wrong move can lead to her death, but in the dangerous game she plays, the only certainty is betrayal.


I heard so many good things about the Red Queen when it came out a few months ago. I have finally read it and may I say, this book is freaking. epic. I have already pre-ordered the next installment and prequel, the Glass Sword and the Cruel Crown on Amazon. I want to read these books SO BADLY.

The Red Queen is the first novel Victoria And I give her MAJOR props. Not only is the style of writing amazing, but she's also very descriptive throughout the book. When I read the plot, I instantly wanted to read it because it sounded so intriguing to me. 

As you can see in the synopsis, the reader is introduced to a world that is separated by color. Not skin color, but blood color. Our main protagonists is Mare Barrow and her blood is red, placing her into the category of the Reds. For years her kind has been ruled by the oppressive Silvers. The Reds have been forced to work for the Silvers, but they don't receive anything in return. Silvers are treated like royalty and have interesting abilities. For instance, they can bend water, read minds, control people, etc. 

While the Silvers are living in the life of luxury, the Reds spend their lives stealing their next meal and desperately searching for employment. If they are unable to find a stable job, they are sent to a war that has been raging on for years. 
Mare has three brothers who have been sent to war and her best friend Kilorn is next.

When Kilorn is given notice that he must leave for war, Mare attempts to protect her best friend. Doing this unleashes chaos because soon after that, it is discovered that she can create lightning. Now, a Red having a superhuman ability is unheard of and to hide this, King Tiberias, the king of the Silvers, pronounces her as a long lost silver princess. 

I absolutely loved Mares character because she's a fighter and she would do anything to save the people she loves. Once she is forced into the role of the lost princess, she meets Cal and Maven, the two sons of the king. Mare is then betrothed to Maven (which I do not approve of). I just have to say that Cal... is... so wonderful. I love him to bits. I appreciated that this book did not focus on the little romance it had, but on the story and plot twists.

The story of the Red Queen was so good and the more I read it, the more I fell in love. I thought it was so interesting that the story told about princes and castles in a modern world.  Personally, it was kind of hard to follow along when I first started the book. I didn't really know what was happening, but the book picked up once she and the Silvers discovered her abilities.

The tension between the characters was so entertaining. Even though there was a large variety of characters introduced to the reader, I never got confused because they were written in so well. My favorite character would have to be Julian. He was assigned by the king to teach Mare the history of the Silvers and Bloods. He was that father-like character that guides the protagonist through their journey.

The villians in this book were absolutely evil. I love a book that contains such good and diabolical villains. I won't say who the main antagonist is because that would probably ruin the whole thing for anyone who is reading. The plot twists in this book literally had me screaming as I read. They just hit you like a ton of bricks and they made me have so many uncontrollable feels. My friends could probably tell you that I was acting insane while I read Red Queen.  

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves fantasy and science fiction. When I began to read the Red Queen, I had low expectations. I just didn't believe that this book was as good as everybody said it was. BOY WAS I WRONG. I will most definitely be reading other books of Victoria Aveyard in the future. What did you think of the Red Queen? Tell me your thoughts down below! Happy Reading!

** You can find this review on Amazon**

Fangirl Friday: The Fault In Our Stars by John Green

 

Title: Fault in Our Stars
Author: John Green
Publisher:Penguin Young Readers Group
Pub. Date: April 8, 2014
Source: Purchased

You can Purchase this at:
Amazon, Barnes and Nobles,
and Powell's


Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel’s story is about to be completely rewritten.

Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw, The Fault in Our Stars is award-winning-author John Green’s most ambitious and heartbreaking work yet, brilliantly exploring the funny, 
thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.



Okay, I bet every reader who loves YA novels, knows what the Fault in Our Stars is. This book opened a wonderful doorway to the world of contemporary novels for me. I absolutely loved this book. I laughed. I cried and who am I kidding, I was on an emotional roller coaster that went up, down, and every direction you could think of, my friend.

This humorous and heart-breaking novel caused me to enter my biggest book slump yet. It was just SO good and since I was welcomed into the arms of "book depression", I could not find a book to top Fault in Our Stars. 

In this book, we follow Hazel Grace Lancaster, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Thyroid Cancer. Hazel is forced to attend a support group when she is diagnosed with depression which is a side affect of cancer. Here she stumbles into Augustus Waters, the warmhearted and charming cancer survivor. The Fault in Our Stars tells about the blooming relationship between Augustus Waters and Hazel Grace.

“But, in fact, depression is not a side effect of cancer. Depression is a side effect of dying.”-Hazel Grace

The Fault in Our Stars had such a simple, yet beautiful plot. We see the story through Hazel's eyes and we can see her character develop as she get's to know Augustus. She is honestly my favorite fictional character because I love the way she looks at the world and how she says such thought provoking things. 

Augustus Waters made the book. His charming attitude towards Hazel just made me giggle and smile all the time. Just like Hazel, I really enjoyed his thought process and his views on the world. The chemistry between these two made the book feel real. There was no slaying dragons or cheesy looks. No emotionless vampires or moments of forbidden love and feelings. Just Augustus Waters, a boy with one leg and Hazel Grace, a girl with barely functioning lungs. 


“It's a metaphor, see: You put the killing thing right between your teeth, but you don't give it the power to 
do its killing.”-Augustus Waters


Yes, there are cute and happy moments in this book, but there are also moments that just hit you in the heart with sad feelings. I really appreciated the way that John Green wrote Fault in Our Stars because it shows that some things do not always end with happy endings. 


“The world is not a wish-granting factory, Hazel Grace."- Augustus Waters


I won't tell how it ends because there may be some of you who haven't read it yet. One of my favorite moments in the book is towards the end, when Augustus is explaining to Hazel how he desires to leave an impact on the world and how he wanted his name to be know. When Hazel hears this, she becomes upset and explains how he is special to her and his family and how that should be enough for him. That was just a moment where I really understood how deep her love was for Augusts.


"The marks humans leave are too often scars.” -Hazel Grace



To me, this book didn't just tell the story of two lucky and typical teenagers falling in love, but explained that not everything is rainbows and sparkles. Not every book character is beautiful or talented and sometimes they don't get the chance to reach that happy ending.What I got from Fault in Our Stars is that, something that is so meaningful and beautiful to you can be taken away in the blink of an eye, but we have to keep living. 

Anyways, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!! ()3() It's astonishing, its beautiful, and it's just so darn amazing! I recommend this to any types of readers. Whether you like action or mystery or fantasy, I think you'd like this book. If you have read this book, what did you think of it? Did you love it or not so much? You can find this review on Barnes and Nobles or Amazon. Happy Reading!


"As he read I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, and then all at once." - Hazel Grace

Top Five Series I Recommend!

       Good day, Book Lovelies! Instead of a normal book review, I will be posting recommendations every Wednesday from here on out. In today's post, I will be recommending the top five series that I absolutely loved and could not get enough of. This list is made up of a variety of genres. So, sit back with a cup of tea or coffee and let's get started~


5.) The City of Bones by Cassandra Clare:

     I HIGHLY recommend the City of Bones to any book lover who is searching for a romance filled and action-packed series. I have just recently finished the first book of this series, which makes me late to the Shadowhunter train, I know. BUT I absolutely loved it and couldn't resist the urge to purchase the rest of the series two days later. In this book, you follow Clary, an average teenage girl who get's caught up with the Shadowhunters. Shadowhunters hunt demons and Clary needs their help to save her mother after she has been kidnapped. She discovers shocking truths along the journey while getting to know the shadowhunter, Jase. Again, this book is so good and I will definitely be reading the rest of the book VERY. SOON. 


4.) The Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon:

    If any book reader is looking for a series about time travel, romance, and Scotland then DEFINITELY read The Outlander. It was an intimidating read, but boy was it amazing. I absolutely fell in love with the main protagonist Claire Randall, a combat nurse who lives in the year 1945 then is somehow sent back in time to 1743. Here, she meets Jamie Fraser, a handsome Scottish warrior. As you read Outlander, you get to see the relationship between Claire and Jamie transform into something beautiful. Their love story has become one of my favorites. The history in this book was so intriguing and the writing stayed amazing throughout the rest of the books as well. I never got bored while reading this book and if you're a big fan of romance and passion, read Outlander. 

3.) The Shatter Me trilogy by Tahereh Mafi

   I honestly do not know how to put my love for this book into words. I have probably read this trilogy six times and I will continue to read this book over and over and over and OVER and OVER AGAIN. Not only is the cover gorgeous, but the plot is so different from other dystopian novels. The main protagonists, Juliette, was born with a touch that can kill. She has been imprisoned , but is summoned by the Reestablishment to be used as a weapon. Throughout each book, the reader can really see Juliette grow and learn more about herself. She starts out as a scared young girl, but then soon realizes her full potential, becoming courageous throughout the process. I also really appreciated this series because if you look at all the book covers, they are all similar in some way. Read The Shatter Me series!


2.) The Divergent Series by Veronica Roth:

I have read this book ten times. No joke. The Divergent series opened a doorway to my extreme obsession with collecting and reading books. It really sparked my interest in the dystopian and YA novels as well. In Divergent, there are five factions; Abnegation, Amity, Candor, Dauntless, and Erudite. Our main protagonists, Tris, lives in Abnegation where she has been taught to be selfless her whole life. Now that she is old enough, Tris has to choose if she wants to stay in Abnegation with her family or leave and join a new faction. When Tris join Dauntless, the faction of the brave, she begins to discover secrets that could save her in the future. Tris has to undergo an initiation process that contains difficult psychological simulations and trying physical tests. We are also introduced to Four, the trainer of the new initiates to Dauntless. I LOVE his character so... SO MUCH. I mean, everyone loves Four, come on. Anyways, I recommend this series to every any reader because of it's amazing plot and it's variety of characters. 


1.) The Throne of Glass Series by Sarah J. Mass

    I was blown away by Throne of Glass series. Not only is it amazing, but it's captivating as well. I mean, a book about assassins, romance, mystery, and magic? Yes, PL-EASE. I really appreciated the way Sarah J. Mass wrote out the main protagonists, Celaena Sardothien. Her character is what made the book. Celaena is a strong, stubborn, and quick witted assassin that has been imprisoned, but is now called upon by the Crown Prince. To regain her freedom, she must perform in a competition that involves thieves and criminals from all around the land. She is to be protected by the Captain of the Guard, Chaol, who is probably her least biggest fan. Suddenly, all her competitors start dying mysteriously and Celaena realizes that something awful is inside the castle. After I finished the first book, I decided that when I grow up, I'll become Celaena Sardothien. The plot twists, characters, and relationships had me fangirling by the second chapter. This series is simply amazing because it never loses its magic throughout the following books. I recommend this to readers who are looking for a series that is full of action, romance, mystery, and magic. Apparently, there is a possibility that the Throne of Glass series will be turned into a TV show! Hopefully, they don't ruin it, but if you haven't read these books, I suggest you read them before you watch the TV show.


    That is all my recommendation for today! Did you agree with the ranks of these books? What are your top five series that you loved. Hope you all enjoyed Recommendation Wednesday and happy reading!

**You can purchase all of these book on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Powell's Books**

The Murder Complex by Lindsay Cummings

                     
         
           
           Title: The Murder Complex
       Author: Lindsay Cummings
       Publisher: Greenwillow Books
       Pub. Date: May 26, 2015
       Source: Purchased
       You can purchase this book at:
       Amazon
          Barnes and Noble
          Powell's


      Meadow Woodson, a fifteen-year-old girl who has been trained by her father to fight, to kill, and to survive in any situation, lives with her family on a houseboat in Florida. The state is controlled by The Murder Complex, an organization that tracks the population with precision. The plot starts to thicken when Meadow meets Zephyr James, who is—although he doesn't know it—one of the MC's programmed assassins. Is their meeting a coincidence? Destiny? Or part of a terrifying strategy? And will Zephyr keep Meadow from discovering the haunting truth about her family?
              
I'm just going to start of with a big WOW. Wow. Let's all give Lindsay Cummings a loud round of applause, please. I was absolutely blown away by The Murder Complex! From the moment I picked up this book, I swear that I could not convince myself to put it down. I honestly finished the book in one day because of how amazing it is. This action packed book had me bouncing off the walls and gasping at every chapter. Not only is the writing amazing, but the plot twists... I mean... Like... WHAT?!? 

Besides the plot twists, this book had a well thought out and very intricate concept. It was easy to understand what was happening throughout the book and there was never any build up to the plot twists! They were just dropped on you like atomic bombs that left you speechless and craving for more. I will not be discussing the synopsis of this book in detail, due to all these plot twists.

In the Murder Complex, our two main protagonists, Meadow and Zephyr, live in a walled in and over-populated city. No one passes the Perimeter or enters. The crowded city is governed by The Initiative, the organization that tracks your rations, movements, and Creds. Creds are basically points that determine your rations and they're very valuable if you want to provide for yourself and your family. When the sun goes down, everyone stays inside or they probably do not survive night. 

As I read this book, I realized that I was never bored. Readers are drawn in as soon as they finish reading the first sentence. Meadow, who has been trained all her life to kill, was especially intriguing. Her kick-ass attitude and courage is what made the book. When I look into dystopian novels, I typically enjoy the book a lot more when there is a strong hero/heroine. Meadow filled that role immediately. People ask me, "If you could be one fictional character, who would it be?". Well, I obviously can't just pick ONE, so I usually have a list. As soon as I finished The Murder Complex, Meadow was placed at the top of the list! When I grow up, I plan to become Meadow Woodson.

Zephyr works as a Ward for the Initiative and is the one to retrieve the dead bodies of the people who did not survive the night. His character was a great contributor to the book as well. As I got to know him throughout the book, I fell more and more in love with him. I really loved when you got to hear Zephyr's side of the story from his POV, but I did feel as though his character lacked depth. Every epic moment that involved Zephyr did excite me though. He and Meadow make a great team and they have definitely become one of favorite fictional duos! I really appreciated that the book did not focus all it's attention on their romantic relationship, but more about each others history and their shocking discoveries. Even though I am a huge fan of romance novels, it was a nice to have the action in the spotlight instead of the romance this time. 

I do warn readers that are sensitive to "gory" books. The book does contain some bloody and dark moments. It involves a lot of death and murder, hence the title The Murder Complex.  I have to admit that I was quite hesitant to read the book because I am very sensitive to blood and gore myself. For those of you readers who are like me, it honestly is not bad at all. There were a lot of moments that reminded me of the Legend or Divergent series, written by Marie Lu and Veronica Roth. 

The cliff hanger however, did frustrate me though. How am I supposed to cope and wait for the sequel to arrive when I am left with a freaking cliff hanger like that?! After I finished this book, I sat and stared at my wall for fifteen minutes, not knowing what to do with my life.

I highly recommend The Murder Complex to any reader that is looking for an action packed and thrilling book. You absolutely will not regret it. I am planning to purchase the sequel, The Death Code very shortly. I will definitely be reading any other books that Lindsay Cummings writes in the future! 

You can find this review on the Barnes and Nobles website and Amazon. What did you think of the book? Happy reading!

             

Fangirl Friday: Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell

                                                                                   

Title: Fangirl
Author: Rainbow Rowell
Publisher: St. Martins Griffin
Pub. Date: September 10, 2013
Source: Purchased
You can purchase this book at:
Barnes and Nobles
Amazon
Powell's Book Store


Cath is a Simon Snow fan. Okay, the whole world is a Simon Snow fan, but for Cath, being a fan is her life--and she's really good at it. She and her twin sister, Wren, ensconced themselves in the Simon Snow series when they were just kids; it's what got them through their mother leaving.

Reading. Rereading. Hanging out in Simon Snow forums, writing Simon Snow fan fiction, dressing up like the characters for every movie premiere.

Cath's sister has mostly grown away from fandom, but Cath can't let go. She doesn't want to.
Now that they're going to college, Wren has told Cath she doesn't want to be roommates. Cath is on her own, completely outside of her comfort zone. She's got a surly roommate with a charming, always-around boyfriend, a fiction-writing professor who thinks fan fiction is the end of the civilized world, a handsome classmate who only wants to talk about words . . . And she can't stop worrying about her dad, who's loving and fragile and has never really been alone.

For Cath, the question is: Can she do this?

Can she make it without Wren holding her hand? Is she ready to start living her own life? Writing her own stories?

And does she even want to move on if it means leaving Simon Snow behind?


What's a better way to start of Fangirl Fridays? Well, to post a fangirl worthy review of the one and only Fangirl written by Rainbow Rowell. Not only is this book amazing, but it's real. Any college or high school student could totally relate to the wonderful and awkward Cather Avery. Cather Avery loves to write, read, and of course fangirl over Simon Snow, but is nervous to crawl out of her shell into a new world of college. Yay. College. 

Enrolled into the same college as her twin sister, Wren, she enters her new life hesitant, while her sister is entering with full throttle. Cath is of course shocked when the sister she has shared the same room with for all her life has chosen a different roomate, new hobbies, and a new hairstyle. Everyone can sympathize with Cath, because sometimes a person that is close to you turns left when you expect them to go right. Change can shake a persons world and Cath is not used to change. Personally, I am not a big fan of change and it take me a while to get used to it, but I recognized it's okay to not like change. That's why I fell in love with Cath's character so quickly.

From the first page, I was head over heals for Fangirl. There are definitely moments in the book where you will be laughing out loud because of the lighthearted humor. I can also tell you that I was DEFINITELY head over heals when Levi's character was introduced. Levi is a tall, blonde, and handsome dork who Cath befriends while struggling to fit in with her new college life. The chemistry of Cath and Levi is so hilarious and it's definitely a big contributor to this book. 

Readers can also identify with Cath's concern of her dad. Leaving someone behind is hard and when Cath has to leave her dad for college, its worries her. If you're close to your mom, dad, uncle, grandmother, or anyone, you can understand Cath's relationship with her dad throughout Fangirl.

This upbeat and lighthearted book does contain some relationship trouble and emotional moments, but hey! That's what makes Fangirl! A fangirl has sad, crazy, happy, and other ridiculous moments such as this book does. Again, Fangirl is real and that's why I appreciate this book so much.

If you have not read this book, I HIGHLY recommend it. I purchased my copy on amazon and I have not had one ounce of regret. If you loved Fangirl, but have not read any other books written by Rainbow Rowell, I recommend reading Eleanor and Park. You won't regret it!

**You can also find this review on Amazon!*