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Okay, so I was super duper scared to go into this one since Shatter Me is my favorite series ever. But of course I was intrigued. Especially when I found out it was going to be told in two perspectives, and one of those being Warner!

I loved that this book was dark, depressing, and addicting. I already knew going in, since it was going to be book number 4 and there are going to be six total, that there were going to be things that would piss me off and drive me crazy. And boy did they ever!

I’m also so glad that Mafi writes these teens like teens and not like their forty. Because when I was a teen I was an idiot and made dumb choices—I’m pretty sure I still do now! Also, the chemistry between Juliette and Warner was just as good as before. Whether they are happy or arguing it’s all ignited!

Just don’t go into book four expecting all sunshine and rainbows! I absolutely loved it! And am aching for the next book because holy smokes, that cliffhanger!

Review on my blog https://literarydust.wordpress.com/2018/03/14/review-restore-me/

I normally don't read a lot of the werewolf type books because when I want a werewolf, I want a real werewolf, blood and gore! However, I really liked this paranormal romance! I loved the whole pack of wolves thing going on!

It's told in dual POV's between Dom and Lucrezia, and I loved them both! The one thing I have noticed with Alexa's writing is that she knows how to write swoon really well, especially with it not being overly ridiculous! And I loved these two characters together!

Don't worry though, you also get some suspense, some original folklore (at least I think it's original because I've never heard of it), but if not, then it hasn't been overused before. Also for those of you who love stand alone books, you can read this one by itself because the next one is a different boy from the pack!

Well, this was no ACOTAR like I thought it would be since a lot of reviewers had compared it to that. However, I did like that Rook could change into a bird—maybe not a big deal, but I like birds! Plus the fair ones glamour covers up a type of beast-looking creature, so that was cool.

It took me a long while to get into this book. And even then, I didn't feel totally invested. The writing is amazing with lovely words that I probably need a dictionary to look at the definition. However, I didn't get the whole Craft thing, like how a fair one would die if they tried to cook their own food? Interesting concept but still. The "L" word was used too quick—the girl thought she was in love with the guy after first meeting. I've stated multiple times that I'm perfectly fine with automatic attraction but no need for that word!

Isobel was funny and Rook was cocky, so I liked those aspects, but I wanted more with the story. I'm so ecstatic that this is a stand alone because those are incredibly rare to find, so this is a jewel in itself. The world was nicely put together, so I would recommend it for that!

So if Six of Crows gave birth to a baby, this would be that baby. I thought Ace of Shades was a great start to the series. I really liked these characters. Enne and Levi are no Kaz and Inej, but I still loved them and their distinct personalities, especially Enne's cookie eating fetish!

The world building was unique, and the author's writing drew me in right away. Plus, talk of game cards, acrobatics, and magic, I was then completely sold. The book's romance is more on the side, but I was annoyed every time the characters wanted to kiss and then was like well... Come on!

I also loved Levi's friend Jac. Can he please get some of his own chapters in the next book? It doesn't really end on a bad cliffhanger or anything but enough to want me to need the next book!!

This was a great addition for people who love the series! My favorite was Death & Night! Roshani writes incredibly beautiful, and she just has a way of sucking me into the beautiful worlds she creates!

The Under the Never Sky series is one of my favorites ever! So I finally got around to finishing this book. I'll admit when I tried a few years back, I just couldn't! But I'm glad I came around to it, because the freaken horses!!

The one thing that bothered me as it did last time was the back and forth between Gideon being questioned and then returning to what happened before. But by the end, it all makes sense and is worth it.

I loved that it's told strictly from Gideon's POV. You don't find a lot of YA books where it's just the guy's POV. And I loved him! He was sarcastic, angry, and awesome! I also liked the bond between him and Daryn and the other guys!

I already have the second book ready to rock and roll, so I can't wait to see where it leads. Also the descriptions of the bad guys was creepy and great!

This is the second book I have read in this series. Well, technically this is the first book and the last one was a prequel. Anyway, what I'm a big fan of is that I can read these novellas quickly. I don't have to spend weeks with my slow-reading to get through it. I loved being in Peyton's head once again, and thank goodness she's cleaning up her act.

Peyton's life feels incredibly real, like she's an actual person with problems. Throw in a bit of the paranormal, and you have me entranced. The ghosty side is awesome! The only thing I missed was Jake!!!! But don't worry, even though he was missed by me, the book kept me glued to the pages!

Alice's writing is excellent, and I can't wait to see what's next for Peyton!!!

This was a fun and unique duology. Again, Under the Never Sky is still my favorite series by Rossi. But who can go wrong with horses that can do cool things?

This time around, we also get Daryn's POV thrown into the mix with Gideon's, which I liked. I'm always curious to see what's going on in another character's head. There were some cute moments between them, especially after they were separated for a while, but I kept wanting to see that huge defining moment between the two that I feel like I never got—since a lot of action got in the way! Now, I do love action, but I still wanted that moment! However, they are still an adorable couple!

What I did really like is when they entered the other realm! I like seeing different worlds away from our own mundane Mother Earth, so that was a cool concept. The question is, did they or didn't they find Sebasitan? Is he or is he not the same? I'll never tell! (In case you didn't get that line, it's from Don't Say a Word)

Overall, I'd recommend this if you are looking for a fun series, especially after reading some of these other books that feel too time consuming! Plus, Rossi's writing is addictive and the characters feel real and actually their age!!

It is now officially out in the world! This my book—well half my book, and it's up for preorder now!! You get bacon, humor, and romance—what's not to like?

I was first drawn to this book by the awesome cover! Skulls are just so alluring! When I started this book, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I got a whole lot of awesome.

My favorite kinds of books are character driven, and this book had it! It's also told in first person and dual POV from two boys, which was very cool because I never see that! Tommy and Finn felt incredibly real. They acted like teen boys, made mistakes like teen boys, and grew their characters grew throughout the story.

What also had me turning the pages was the mystery of it—the dialogue and writing were on point! And yes, there are some twists and turns that were utterly great! Overall, a unique story that I wish there were more of out in the world!