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**Since I'm not going to post on our blog anymore, I have decided to put and write all of my reviews here on Goodreads, starting with this book.
Review
It has been a month and so after I have finished this eBook.
666 Park Avenue is a story of a witch living in France at first, and moves to New York after deciding to marry her boyfriend. Jane, the lead of this novel, doesn't even know she is a witch, but only learns of the truth through a letter. Then she races through time to learn witchcraft and save her loved ones from her evil, future mother-in-law, who is out to get Jane's powers and will stop at nothing to get it.
The book was fabulous! Not only was it filled with passion for fashion, it's romantic, dark, funny, and magical. It describes New York as a leading fashion industry, a center for wealthy and classy socialites. Pierce had shifted New York from metropolitan city, to jungle of witchy Upper East Side socialites. It's like watching Gossip Girl taking a new twist by featuring witches.
Enough, comparing, let's move on to the story. The story covers much of Jane and Malcolm's family background, and hasn't much of a witchy duel. The only action I've read on this book is at the end of the book. Jane also had a hard time connecting with her witch side, only gaining more powers through a family heirloom. The characters were wonderful. They were created to equate with today's people, described magnificently by the writer. Jane was a strong character despite some flaws, endured much of the times her fiance left her with his horrible family. This book adds Jane to the a list of strong, independent heroines, and you'll know why by the end of the book. Supporting characters were great, and I will be glad to read and connect with them more.
In the end, I was happy, but not amazed. I, for one thing, wished that the author described Jane's powers more, plunging more into the world of fantasy than in the world of aristocrats.
Ratings/Scores
- Cover art: 4/5
- Writing/story: 3/5
- Characters: 3/5
- Setting: 4/5
- Sexual content: 3.5/5
- X factor: 3.5/5
** Overall rating: 3.5 stars
Review
It has been a month and so after I have finished this eBook.
666 Park Avenue is a story of a witch living in France at first, and moves to New York after deciding to marry her boyfriend. Jane, the lead of this novel, doesn't even know she is a witch, but only learns of the truth through a letter. Then she races through time to learn witchcraft and save her loved ones from her evil, future mother-in-law, who is out to get Jane's powers and will stop at nothing to get it.
The book was fabulous! Not only was it filled with passion for fashion, it's romantic, dark, funny, and magical. It describes New York as a leading fashion industry, a center for wealthy and classy socialites. Pierce had shifted New York from metropolitan city, to jungle of witchy Upper East Side socialites. It's like watching Gossip Girl taking a new twist by featuring witches.
Enough, comparing, let's move on to the story. The story covers much of Jane and Malcolm's family background, and hasn't much of a witchy duel. The only action I've read on this book is at the end of the book. Jane also had a hard time connecting with her witch side, only gaining more powers through a family heirloom. The characters were wonderful. They were created to equate with today's people, described magnificently by the writer. Jane was a strong character despite some flaws, endured much of the times her fiance left her with his horrible family. This book adds Jane to the a list of strong, independent heroines, and you'll know why by the end of the book. Supporting characters were great, and I will be glad to read and connect with them more.
In the end, I was happy, but not amazed. I, for one thing, wished that the author described Jane's powers more, plunging more into the world of fantasy than in the world of aristocrats.
Ratings/Scores
- Cover art: 4/5
- Writing/story: 3/5
- Characters: 3/5
- Setting: 4/5
- Sexual content: 3.5/5
- X factor: 3.5/5
** Overall rating: 3.5 stars
**Originally posted on Some Books and Coffee.
Get ready for an action and mystery-filled book.
Every Other Day centres on Kali D’Angelo, a teenage girl who grown up to be a demon hunter. Well, not exactly a demon hunter every day. For every other day, she’s just normal, and every twenty four hours, she’s an efficient, deadly demon hunter. But her life takes a turn when she saves a girl, marked for death. She races against time to save herself and her friends before she turns back into her human self… and discover some answers to her own situation.
Dang it! I can’t stop thinking about this book! It’s amazingly good, and I have been graced to read this book in advance (a special thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for making this possible). It has the most important aspects of an urban-fantasy novel: kick-ass scenes, witty remarks, heartbreaking situations, and a mystery so deep you have to finish the book before you get the answer. Barnes did an excellent job on conceiving a brand new, original fantasy novel.
The characters were so cool and detailed, they were believable. Their lines were witty and funny, I so love them. I especially love Skylar, because she’s not the typical best friend you see around. Skylar is both psychic and thoughtful; she knows how to deal with her friends and how to support them. Kali was also great, though she spends her time alone for the most part of the book. Barnes expanded the definition of paranormal in this book. She cites creatures that were once popular, like the Chupacabra or the Hellhounds. Not to mention, Philippines’ own mythical monster, the Alan. Reading the book is so exciting, exhilarating, and thrilling; it’s like watching an Action/Thriller film, plus a little bit of gore. But what kept me up was the mystery. It lingers on my skin, as I dig deep on the book to find the secret to Kali’s condition.
There wasn’t a part I didn’t like, and it’s rich in details, fast-paced, and very thrilling. It has a bit of romance, though it was pushed back to pave way for more action and mystery. It’s what I really love about this book. Barnes focused on action and mystery of the book, not a common formula for bestselling books. I sure hope that readers would really find this book very amazing.
I highly recommend this to all booklovers, book bloggers, and to those who are hyped with thrilling books.
Get ready for an action and mystery-filled book.
Every Other Day centres on Kali D’Angelo, a teenage girl who grown up to be a demon hunter. Well, not exactly a demon hunter every day. For every other day, she’s just normal, and every twenty four hours, she’s an efficient, deadly demon hunter. But her life takes a turn when she saves a girl, marked for death. She races against time to save herself and her friends before she turns back into her human self… and discover some answers to her own situation.
Dang it! I can’t stop thinking about this book! It’s amazingly good, and I have been graced to read this book in advance (a special thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for making this possible). It has the most important aspects of an urban-fantasy novel: kick-ass scenes, witty remarks, heartbreaking situations, and a mystery so deep you have to finish the book before you get the answer. Barnes did an excellent job on conceiving a brand new, original fantasy novel.
The characters were so cool and detailed, they were believable. Their lines were witty and funny, I so love them. I especially love Skylar, because she’s not the typical best friend you see around. Skylar is both psychic and thoughtful; she knows how to deal with her friends and how to support them. Kali was also great, though she spends her time alone for the most part of the book. Barnes expanded the definition of paranormal in this book. She cites creatures that were once popular, like the Chupacabra or the Hellhounds. Not to mention, Philippines’ own mythical monster, the Alan. Reading the book is so exciting, exhilarating, and thrilling; it’s like watching an Action/Thriller film, plus a little bit of gore. But what kept me up was the mystery. It lingers on my skin, as I dig deep on the book to find the secret to Kali’s condition.
There wasn’t a part I didn’t like, and it’s rich in details, fast-paced, and very thrilling. It has a bit of romance, though it was pushed back to pave way for more action and mystery. It’s what I really love about this book. Barnes focused on action and mystery of the book, not a common formula for bestselling books. I sure hope that readers would really find this book very amazing.
I highly recommend this to all booklovers, book bloggers, and to those who are hyped with thrilling books.
**See more reviews at: http://somebooksandcoffee.wordpress.com/
A sweet book indeed.
First of all, I would like to thank NetGalley, the publishers, and the author of this book for giving me the chance to read this amazing book.
The Sweetest Thing is told on the point-of-view of a teenage girl named Sheridan Wells, whose life is turned upside down when she learns that her family will move to New York after her father got his own cable show. She makes a plan on finding her mother, who has left her when she was little, as a reason to stay on St. Mary. The main characters were Sheridan, her dad Donovan, her Nanny Lilian, and her best friend Jack.
Okay, enough with the info. Let’s get going with the review. The book was absolutely fantastic! It’s actually my first time to read a Chick-Lit book, but it never disappointed me. In fact I cried on one part (which I’m not going to tell as it may spoil the whole book), and it encouraged me to read more books on this genre. Christina Mandelski did a great job on writing this book. It was perfect, sweet, and dramatic even. The characters were vibrant; I might as well think that the characters, especially Sheridan, were based on real life persons. The story was amazingly written; even the parts where the cakes were being baked are detailed. I am sure Christina is a real life baker.
Sheridan was so strong and so credible, that it was so great to read the book. From the first page up to the last, I was already enraptured. While I was reading the middle part of the book, it felt like I was watching a drama show instead of reading a novel. Sheridan encountered problems, especially with family and boy problems; even issues on queen bees where there. I could say that most girls on the verge of being sixteen can relate to this story. I even told my girl friends that they should try reading this book via NetGalley. I love the book, and I want to regret that I ever said I never wanted to read Chick-Lit books. This novel changed my mind completely. My most favourite part of the book is where Sheridan finds her true place in Jack and in her family. It’s extraordinary that I never hated a part of this book (which is really rare for me).
I recommend this book to teenage girls, and to the bibliophiles who never read any Chick-Lit book.
A sweet book indeed.
First of all, I would like to thank NetGalley, the publishers, and the author of this book for giving me the chance to read this amazing book.
The Sweetest Thing is told on the point-of-view of a teenage girl named Sheridan Wells, whose life is turned upside down when she learns that her family will move to New York after her father got his own cable show. She makes a plan on finding her mother, who has left her when she was little, as a reason to stay on St. Mary. The main characters were Sheridan, her dad Donovan, her Nanny Lilian, and her best friend Jack.
Okay, enough with the info. Let’s get going with the review. The book was absolutely fantastic! It’s actually my first time to read a Chick-Lit book, but it never disappointed me. In fact I cried on one part (which I’m not going to tell as it may spoil the whole book), and it encouraged me to read more books on this genre. Christina Mandelski did a great job on writing this book. It was perfect, sweet, and dramatic even. The characters were vibrant; I might as well think that the characters, especially Sheridan, were based on real life persons. The story was amazingly written; even the parts where the cakes were being baked are detailed. I am sure Christina is a real life baker.
Sheridan was so strong and so credible, that it was so great to read the book. From the first page up to the last, I was already enraptured. While I was reading the middle part of the book, it felt like I was watching a drama show instead of reading a novel. Sheridan encountered problems, especially with family and boy problems; even issues on queen bees where there. I could say that most girls on the verge of being sixteen can relate to this story. I even told my girl friends that they should try reading this book via NetGalley. I love the book, and I want to regret that I ever said I never wanted to read Chick-Lit books. This novel changed my mind completely. My most favourite part of the book is where Sheridan finds her true place in Jack and in her family. It’s extraordinary that I never hated a part of this book (which is really rare for me).
I recommend this book to teenage girls, and to the bibliophiles who never read any Chick-Lit book.
Heaven sent.
The story is about Bethany Church, an angel, who falls in love with a human, during a mission on Venus Cove. Bethany, together with her siblings Gabriel and Ivy, must uncover the mystery behind the freak accidents happening in Venus Cove.
I freaking love the story! It’s new, it’s fresh, and it’s jam-packed with romance! Why new and fresh? Because it’s told from the angel’s P-O-V. Why jam-packed with romance? As you can see, the first book is not just about “paranormality”, it’s filled with romance. The paranormal stuff was pushed back far to make way for romance, and Alexandra Adornetto did a great job on writing this book. The story is amazing and vivid, it’s just… WOW. I’m just speechless; I can’t find the right words to describe this book. The characters seem so real. Every time I read a chapter, it just feels so right.
I love the scenes, especially where Bethany and Xavier were given the chance to be a couple. And the fact that their attraction to each other seems like a possibility for us humans, I can’t deny it. I just love that I chose this book over a thousand others, and upon reading this, I surely fell in love with the story and the characters. I love every scene in the book.
I recommend this to Romance novel lovers, and to YA bibliophiles.
The story is about Bethany Church, an angel, who falls in love with a human, during a mission on Venus Cove. Bethany, together with her siblings Gabriel and Ivy, must uncover the mystery behind the freak accidents happening in Venus Cove.
I freaking love the story! It’s new, it’s fresh, and it’s jam-packed with romance! Why new and fresh? Because it’s told from the angel’s P-O-V. Why jam-packed with romance? As you can see, the first book is not just about “paranormality”, it’s filled with romance. The paranormal stuff was pushed back far to make way for romance, and Alexandra Adornetto did a great job on writing this book. The story is amazing and vivid, it’s just… WOW. I’m just speechless; I can’t find the right words to describe this book. The characters seem so real. Every time I read a chapter, it just feels so right.
I love the scenes, especially where Bethany and Xavier were given the chance to be a couple. And the fact that their attraction to each other seems like a possibility for us humans, I can’t deny it. I just love that I chose this book over a thousand others, and upon reading this, I surely fell in love with the story and the characters. I love every scene in the book.
I recommend this to Romance novel lovers, and to YA bibliophiles.
