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This was ridiculous, but I enjoyed the ride enough to finish. Delilah was sent away after defending her first crush Gavin at the age of 9. Due to financial problems, Delilah is back at her old high school, and Gavin is still as enchanting and odd as ever. She wants him, real bad.
Gavin is odd because he's been raised his entire life by House. Yes, his house in a sort of creepier Beauty and the Beast possessed objects mansion way. Of course, House gets jealous when Gavin and Delilah get together but House would never hurt Gavin...
What a fun premise, but the execution was just not fully explored for me. So much time is spent on throbbing hormones and while I do enjoy that, I was not pleased with the development of the scarier parts of this tale.
A quick read if anything.
Gavin is odd because he's been raised his entire life by House. Yes, his house in a sort of creepier Beauty and the Beast possessed objects mansion way. Of course, House gets jealous when Gavin and Delilah get together but House would never hurt Gavin...
What a fun premise, but the execution was just not fully explored for me. So much time is spent on throbbing hormones and while I do enjoy that, I was not pleased with the development of the scarier parts of this tale.
A quick read if anything.
Highly escapist trash, but did I enjoy reading it? Yes. 'nough said.
I've heard good things about Kleypas, and this was my first. I'm not entirely sold. I enjoyed the fact the Rake didn't already have his fortune made and had struggles, but I did not truly enjoy or buy the pairing of the two.
A seamless continuation of further adventures of Luke, Leia, and Han post-Episode IV. A classic adventure in it's own right, and I had so many gasp out loud moments .
Also, the ending panels when Vader discover's a huge piece of information from none other than Boba Fett are stunning.
Highly recommend.
Spoiler
THE CHEST IN OBI'sS HUT! Han's MARRIED?!Also, the ending panels when Vader discover's a huge piece of information from none other than Boba Fett are stunning.
Highly recommend.
Reading these is like eating a ginormous bowl of macaroni and cheese. Sinful, a bit ridiculous, and absolutely delicious.
I particularly enjoyed Hanna and Will's interplay. Christina Lauren does an excellent job of making female characters who are fun, smart, and self-assured, despite the "chick-lit erotica romance" genre. And oh boy the sexy stuff. Ka-pow.
Perfect for your end of year reading pleasure when your poor lil' brain can't take no more.
I particularly enjoyed Hanna and Will's interplay. Christina Lauren does an excellent job of making female characters who are fun, smart, and self-assured, despite the "chick-lit erotica romance" genre. And oh boy the sexy stuff. Ka-pow.
Perfect for your end of year reading pleasure when your poor lil' brain can't take no more.
I found this opposites-attract story utterly charming. "Treebeard" and the hot art gallerist. Kendra Leigh Castle is on my auto-read list.
Prior to the onslaught of The Force Awakens and the "new canon" created by Disney, I based my views on the after events of the Battle of Endor on [b:The Truce at Bakura|302618|The Truce at Bakura (Star Wars)|Kathy Tyers|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1326718249s/302618.jpg|591520].
Shattered Empire rewrites this tale, and arguably in a more realistic manner. We see that the Rebellion has much work today, and we are introduced to some new characters, including Poe Dameron's parents (I see where the hotness comes from).
There is no rest for our weary fighters, and Rucka gives you just enough of Leia, Han, and Luke to satisfy (barely).
SPOILERS AHEAD!!!
I especially loved Leia's trip to Naboo where she got to participate in a dog fight with some other kick ass ladies. Luke's quest for the ancient Jedi trees was a bit confusing, but I hope to learn more. Also, we got to see some sexy times in an Ewok hut. Hawt.
I highly recommend picking this up.
Shattered Empire rewrites this tale, and arguably in a more realistic manner. We see that the Rebellion has much work today, and we are introduced to some new characters, including Poe Dameron's parents (I see where the hotness comes from).
There is no rest for our weary fighters, and Rucka gives you just enough of Leia, Han, and Luke to satisfy (barely).
SPOILERS AHEAD!!!
I especially loved Leia's trip to Naboo where she got to participate in a dog fight with some other kick ass ladies. Luke's quest for the ancient Jedi trees was a bit confusing, but I hope to learn more. Also, we got to see some sexy times in an Ewok hut. Hawt.
I highly recommend picking this up.
A short book that gives a bit of backstory to Finn, Rey, and Poe in the time leading up to the events in Episode VII: The Force Awakens. Overall, I really am enjoying these "Mid-Grade" new canon Star Wars books. I would urge any Star Wars fan to read them, as they are not childish in anyway. This particular novel was a bit heavy on the action sequences for my personal taste, but gave good insights into the motives of each of my new favorite characters.
SPOILERS AHEAD!
In Finn's section, we learn that he is still in training to become a Stormtrooper, and that he is one of "the best" candidates training under Captain Phasma. However, his superiors are worried that he has too much empathy... Finn is part of a four-person squad, and as I read I wondered if perhaps one of these others may have been the trooper from the film that seems to recognize Finn, tosses his or her blaster away, and than attacks Finn with a crazy lightsaber-repelling staff of some kind. WELL just as I'm finishing this the Internets confirms that yes, indeed, one of Finn's cohort is indeed that trooper in the movie. Nailed it.
Rey's section was very poignant, and sad, and made me love her even more (if possible). I especially enjoyed learning how she gained her piloting skills because it is not like she had a ton of access to working ships. I'll let you read it to find out.
Poe's section didn't really reveal much more of his character and just reinforced his awesomeness and how he became attached to the Resistance. I did like the explanation of how the Resistance fits in between the Republic and The First Order.
Again, highly recommend.
SPOILERS AHEAD!
In Finn's section, we learn that he is still in training to become a Stormtrooper, and that he is one of "the best" candidates training under Captain Phasma. However, his superiors are worried that he has too much empathy... Finn is part of a four-person squad, and as I read I wondered if perhaps one of these others may have been the trooper from the film that seems to recognize Finn, tosses his or her blaster away, and than attacks Finn with a crazy lightsaber-repelling staff of some kind. WELL just as I'm finishing this the Internets confirms that yes, indeed, one of Finn's cohort is indeed that trooper in the movie. Nailed it.
Rey's section was very poignant, and sad, and made me love her even more (if possible). I especially enjoyed learning how she gained her piloting skills because it is not like she had a ton of access to working ships. I'll let you read it to find out.
Poe's section didn't really reveal much more of his character and just reinforced his awesomeness and how he became attached to the Resistance. I did like the explanation of how the Resistance fits in between the Republic and The First Order.
Again, highly recommend.
Will Scarlett is one of Robin Hood's best thieves. Will Scarlett is also a girl, a girl with a secret past, a girl with a sassy mouth, and the best knife skills in all of Nottinghamshire. Rob and his band know Scarlett is a girl, but keep her secret to protect both the band, and her, from the Sheriff.
All Scarlett wants is to keep the people of Nottingham fed, clothed, and warm, but the appearance of the Thief Taker, the evil Gisbourne, threatens everyone, especially Scarlett. Will her past bring death and ruin to her best mates and Nottingham?
I adored this book. For a first novel, Gaughen does any amazing job of building the world and characters of this take on the classic tale of Robin Hood. And oh, the feels. Scarlett is fighting a massive love for Rob, and they definitely have a past, but she is too afraid of rejection and the danger if she allowed her feelings to come out. She also thinks Rob couldn't possibly want anything to do with a peasant like her. But is she really? There are some great twists, while I saw them coming, where really great.
Plus, thank the lord I'm reading these when all three books are out, because I'm binge-ing like crazy.
Re-Read paperback edition
I loved this just as much as my first read; Scarlet is such a great character, and I absolutely love how Gaughen explores the mythos of Robin Hood (and Marian) and the others too. The series really takes off immediately, and the fear and stakes are super high, especially for Scarlet and the other villagers. And let me tell you even though I knew what happened, I still gasped at that wedding (and the ending).
Treating myself to a whole series re-read because apparently Robin Hood New Adult is what my heart & brain wants.
All Scarlett wants is to keep the people of Nottingham fed, clothed, and warm, but the appearance of the Thief Taker, the evil Gisbourne, threatens everyone, especially Scarlett. Will her past bring death and ruin to her best mates and Nottingham?
I adored this book. For a first novel, Gaughen does any amazing job of building the world and characters of this take on the classic tale of Robin Hood. And oh, the feels. Scarlett is fighting a massive love for Rob, and they definitely have a past, but she is too afraid of rejection and the danger if she allowed her feelings to come out. She also thinks Rob couldn't possibly want anything to do with a peasant like her. But is she really? There are some great twists, while I saw them coming, where really great.
Plus, thank the lord I'm reading these when all three books are out, because I'm binge-ing like crazy.
Re-Read paperback edition
I loved this just as much as my first read; Scarlet is such a great character, and I absolutely love how Gaughen explores the mythos of Robin Hood (and Marian) and the others too. The series really takes off immediately, and the fear and stakes are super high, especially for Scarlet and the other villagers. And let me tell you even though I knew what happened, I still gasped at that wedding (and the ending).
Treating myself to a whole series re-read because apparently Robin Hood New Adult is what my heart & brain wants.
A lovely ride this trilogy has been, and all the suffering our beloved Rob and Scarlet have been through is paid off in a big way.
This is my favorite YA trilogy since finishing [b:Graceling|3236307|Graceling (Graceling Realm, #1)|Kristin Cashore|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1331548394s/3236307.jpg|3270810] and [b:Daughter of Smoke & Bone|8490112|Daughter of Smoke & Bone (Daughter of Smoke & Bone, #1)|Laini Taylor|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1338613368s/8490112.jpg|13355552] and my favorite part was that it was completely historical fiction, no fancy powers or abilities here besides hard work and struggle.
You definitely need to read the previous books to appreciate the finale, but it is well worth the ride (and complete). I wish this would be developed into a TV show or mini-series, as it definitely merits. I'll be re-reading this soon.
This is my favorite YA trilogy since finishing [b:Graceling|3236307|Graceling (Graceling Realm, #1)|Kristin Cashore|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1331548394s/3236307.jpg|3270810] and [b:Daughter of Smoke & Bone|8490112|Daughter of Smoke & Bone (Daughter of Smoke & Bone, #1)|Laini Taylor|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1338613368s/8490112.jpg|13355552] and my favorite part was that it was completely historical fiction, no fancy powers or abilities here besides hard work and struggle.
You definitely need to read the previous books to appreciate the finale, but it is well worth the ride (and complete). I wish this would be developed into a TV show or mini-series, as it definitely merits. I'll be re-reading this soon.