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Queens of Geek by Jen Wilde
3.0
this was a cute and fun read filled with pop culture references, and characters that are quite relatable in terms of their geekiness.
Fairest: Levana's Story by Marissa Meyer
4.0
Marissa Meyer continues to impress me with this novella. It was actually so good and I would be lying if I said that this isn't my favorite novella out of all the novella's I've read. It was so interesting reading about Levana's past and getting to know who she was when she was young/on her teenhood days.
My only problem with this would probably be not having the physical copy. I read this on ebook and I just really REALLY need to find a physical copy because it was so good and I need this on my bookshelf.
THE LUNAR CHRONICLES IS SUCH A GREAT SERIES AND I LOVE IT SO SOO SOOO MUUUCH. <3
I NEED. WINTER. NOW.
!!!!!
That is all.
My only problem with this would probably be not having the physical copy. I read this on ebook and I just really REALLY need to find a physical copy because it was so good and I need this on my bookshelf.
THE LUNAR CHRONICLES IS SUCH A GREAT SERIES AND I LOVE IT SO SOO SOOO MUUUCH. <3
I NEED. WINTER. NOW.
!!!!!
That is all.
The Universe of Us, Volume 4 by Lang Leav
2.0
I have to be honest, I do not get the hype surrounding Lang Leav. She makes cute poems, true. But memorable ones? I don't think so. For a bestselling author, her poetry is pretty bland and very very repetitive. There were times where I felt that I was reading her other book, Love & Misadventure, which was the previous book that I read by her. Idk. Her poems don't catch my attention that much. I read the first five pages and I like it, but then I lose interest because the next six pages and so feel like they're all the same.
Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas
2.0
"The world will be saved and remade by the dreamers."
After reading QoS, everything just went a little downhill for me. There were so many things that went wrong in the fourth book , SO MANY THINGS, and it was a huge disappointment. After that book, my love for this series just started to falter. Going into Empire of Storms, I didn't have that same excitement that I had when I started books one to three. At the same time, I didn't have any expectations at all because if I did, I would've just disappointed the fuck outta myself.
I honestly didn't know where this story is going anymore. I had no idea what shenanigan Maas was going to throw into it, but surprisingly it was a bit better than the previous book. At least, right?
The pacing was great and everything that was happening, everything important that is (disregard all the piece of shit smut that comprised 30% of this book), was a really clever way to build up a finale. The fight scenes were the highlight of this book. Every fight scene was amazing, and it's what I truly enjoyed. The plot was very intensifying. I was afraid Maas was going to take another 360-turn but, fortunately, she didn't. I think I kinda understand why people love this series so much that they'd go as far as to turn a blind eye to all the flaws that this series has. And this series has hundreds of flaws. From romanticizing possessive, controlling men to a problematic, annoying, bitchy protagonist who is deemed as a feminist heroine. (I MEAN, WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK RIGHT?)
I can't say I care much about the majority of the characters here, all I really seem to care about are Manon, Dorian, Chaol, and Elide. Everyone else was just a piece of shit and idgaf what happens to them. They can all just die for all I care.
One of the things that I was absolutely irritated at was all of the characters were in pairs. It's really annoying. Was that really necessary? I would've loved to see some of the characters as independent individuals, not needing any love interest or whatsoever. Preferably, I would've loved to see Manon end up with no one but Maas just had to throw Dorian in. Am I the only one who isn't on board this ship? But thank the stars their relationship was actually less insufferable than Rowan and Aelin's. I still skip their parts because I just can't stand it. Maybe I'm a little prejudice about it but who can blame me? If Maas justified the end of the Chaolaena ship then I would've accepted it. But she didn't, and so I'll be bitter about it even after the series ends. I love Elide and Lorcan together though.
I still love Manon and she remains as my favorite character along with her thirteen. I get so excited when I read about them. Even if I hate her relationship with Dorian, there's no denying that I absolutely love reading Manon's chapters.
That last fight scene was the best fight scene in Empire of Storms. It was insane and terrifying and exciting all at the same time. And that ending was really good. I know it ended with someone getting caught but it just builds up so so much for the finale. I honestly can't wait to see how it ends eventhough I don't even give a fuck about the majority of the characters.
"Remember who you are. Every step of the way down, and every step of the way back. Remember who you are."
After reading QoS, everything just went a little downhill for me. There were so many things that went wrong in the fourth book , SO MANY THINGS, and it was a huge disappointment. After that book, my love for this series just started to falter. Going into Empire of Storms, I didn't have that same excitement that I had when I started books one to three. At the same time, I didn't have any expectations at all because if I did, I would've just disappointed the fuck outta myself.
I honestly didn't know where this story is going anymore. I had no idea what shenanigan Maas was going to throw into it, but surprisingly it was a bit better than the previous book. At least, right?
The pacing was great and everything that was happening, everything important that is (disregard all the piece of shit smut that comprised 30% of this book), was a really clever way to build up a finale. The fight scenes were the highlight of this book. Every fight scene was amazing, and it's what I truly enjoyed. The plot was very intensifying. I was afraid Maas was going to take another 360-turn but, fortunately, she didn't. I think I kinda understand why people love this series so much that they'd go as far as to turn a blind eye to all the flaws that this series has. And this series has hundreds of flaws. From romanticizing possessive, controlling men to a problematic, annoying, bitchy protagonist who is deemed as a feminist heroine. (I MEAN, WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK RIGHT?)
I can't say I care much about the majority of the characters here, all I really seem to care about are Manon, Dorian, Chaol, and Elide. Everyone else was just a piece of shit and idgaf what happens to them. They can all just die for all I care.
One of the things that I was absolutely irritated at was all of the characters were in pairs. It's really annoying. Was that really necessary? I would've loved to see some of the characters as independent individuals, not needing any love interest or whatsoever. Preferably, I would've loved to see Manon end up with no one but Maas just had to throw Dorian in. Am I the only one who isn't on board this ship? But thank the stars their relationship was actually less insufferable than Rowan and Aelin's. I still skip their parts because I just can't stand it. Maybe I'm a little prejudice about it but who can blame me? If Maas justified the end of the Chaolaena ship then I would've accepted it. But she didn't, and so I'll be bitter about it even after the series ends. I love Elide and Lorcan together though.
I still love Manon and she remains as my favorite character along with her thirteen. I get so excited when I read about them. Even if I hate her relationship with Dorian, there's no denying that I absolutely love reading Manon's chapters.
That last fight scene was the best fight scene in Empire of Storms. It was insane and terrifying and exciting all at the same time. And that ending was really good. I know it ended with someone getting caught but it just builds up so so much for the finale. I honestly can't wait to see how it ends eventhough I don't even give a fuck about the majority of the characters.
"Remember who you are. Every step of the way down, and every step of the way back. Remember who you are."
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
5.0
“I am the happiest creature in the world. Perhaps other people have said so before, but not one with such justice. I am happier even than Jane; she only smiles, I laugh.”
The reason why I don't often read a classic novel is mainly because the language is quite difficult to understand. The writing style is very dense and convoluted. There are times when I have to read a certain paragraph over and over again to fully understand what it means. There are even times when I have to google something out just so my mind can grasp the plot. Reading a classic is hard, and you always have to have patience when you read them so you can appreciate the story.
Pride and Prejudice was such a surprise to me. I admit that I had certain expectations prior to reading this book. I had to prepare myself because I thought this was going to be just like all the classics I've read so far. I thought it'd take me a longer time to read it just like how I usually do when I read a classic. But I found myself easily immersed into the story, and then in a blink, my eyes were already glued to the last page. Despite the language, I still, unexpectedly, found this to be a light and easy read. It was so easy to love the story, the characters, and the setting. I swooned, I laughed, I squealed like about a hundred times! This was an incredibly interesting and fun book to read!
“Think only of the past as its remembrance gives you pleasure.”
I adored the characters so much, especially Lizzy! Her sassiness and boldness are admirable, and I love how I can see a feminist in her even though this book was written at a time when feminism did not exist at all. Mr. Darcy was such a swoon-worthy, interesting, and charming character. Not at first, of course. But once I broke pass his tough exterior, I learned to appreciate and love his character. I love Liz and Darcy individually and I also love them together! The slow burn of their love story, the subtle romantic moments, the banters, even the arguments that they had, I loved it all so so much. They're so different yet so perfect for each other!
The story was so easy to dive into. There's a sort of vibrancy to the book. It's so heartwarming and so lovely that I probably said "aaww" for countless of times. Plus, it teaches the readers to cast aside prejudices against someone because there's always a reason for something and everyone always has a story to tell. It also teaches the readers on how to fall in love with someone in the best way.
The lowkey hopeless romantic in me is slowly coming back to life and it's all thanks to this book. I can't believe it.
"You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you."
07/30/2017
Didn't expect to enjoy this as much as I did! All I can say right now is that I need to read more of Jane Austen's books!!!!!!
The reason why I don't often read a classic novel is mainly because the language is quite difficult to understand. The writing style is very dense and convoluted. There are times when I have to read a certain paragraph over and over again to fully understand what it means. There are even times when I have to google something out just so my mind can grasp the plot. Reading a classic is hard, and you always have to have patience when you read them so you can appreciate the story.
Pride and Prejudice was such a surprise to me. I admit that I had certain expectations prior to reading this book. I had to prepare myself because I thought this was going to be just like all the classics I've read so far. I thought it'd take me a longer time to read it just like how I usually do when I read a classic. But I found myself easily immersed into the story, and then in a blink, my eyes were already glued to the last page. Despite the language, I still, unexpectedly, found this to be a light and easy read. It was so easy to love the story, the characters, and the setting. I swooned, I laughed, I squealed like about a hundred times! This was an incredibly interesting and fun book to read!
“Think only of the past as its remembrance gives you pleasure.”
I adored the characters so much, especially Lizzy! Her sassiness and boldness are admirable, and I love how I can see a feminist in her even though this book was written at a time when feminism did not exist at all. Mr. Darcy was such a swoon-worthy, interesting, and charming character. Not at first, of course. But once I broke pass his tough exterior, I learned to appreciate and love his character. I love Liz and Darcy individually and I also love them together! The slow burn of their love story, the subtle romantic moments, the banters, even the arguments that they had, I loved it all so so much. They're so different yet so perfect for each other!
The story was so easy to dive into. There's a sort of vibrancy to the book. It's so heartwarming and so lovely that I probably said "aaww" for countless of times. Plus, it teaches the readers to cast aside prejudices against someone because there's always a reason for something and everyone always has a story to tell. It also teaches the readers on how to fall in love with someone in the best way.
The lowkey hopeless romantic in me is slowly coming back to life and it's all thanks to this book. I can't believe it.
"You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you."
07/30/2017
Didn't expect to enjoy this as much as I did! All I can say right now is that I need to read more of Jane Austen's books!!!!!!
Ready Player One by Ernest Cline
3.0
Reading Ready Player One felt like I was riding a rollercoaster. I was already hyped up from the very beginning because I’ve been wanting to read this book for years, and then there’s a movie coming out real soon as well. There were a lot of ups in the story, a lot of exhilarating moments. However, there were a lot of downs and meh moments too. My main problem with this book was the inconsistency of the pace. It would be action-packed one chapter then lackluster the next. However, that doesn’t entirely mean I didn’t enjoy this book. I love the fact that this was published 6 years ago (if I’m not mistaken) but there was already diversity among the characters. I love the imaginative concept of the world within the game. The storyline was very intriguing as well. One of the reasons why it took me so long to pick this book up (eventhough I’ve wanted to read it for a long time) was because I initially thought the 80s reference was going to ruin the story for me, but it really didn’t. Eventhough the references went over my head, fortunately it didn’t really have an effect to my reading experience. It’s a fun book. I wasn’t really blown away, but it was good and enjoyable. I’m really excited to see how the movie turns out.
The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness
3.0
3.5
this book was kinda full of surprises for me. wasn’t expecting to like it as much as i did. wasn’t expecting this to be a heavy read. this is a great book honestly. the only thing missing was good characterization. couldn’t get myself to feel connected to any of the characters. my favorite character was a dog— so that says a lot. didn’t really like the protagonist, and there were a lot of times where i got very frustrated because of him. however the writing style didn’t bother me as much as everyone else did, i know it was necessary for the main character’s pov. overall, i liked this book but i didn’t love it. but i will definitely go and read the next book.
this book was kinda full of surprises for me. wasn’t expecting to like it as much as i did. wasn’t expecting this to be a heavy read. this is a great book honestly. the only thing missing was good characterization. couldn’t get myself to feel connected to any of the characters. my favorite character was a dog— so that says a lot. didn’t really like the protagonist, and there were a lot of times where i got very frustrated because of him. however the writing style didn’t bother me as much as everyone else did, i know it was necessary for the main character’s pov. overall, i liked this book but i didn’t love it. but i will definitely go and read the next book.