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This book wasn't exactly what I was expecting, which is a very, very good thing. The world building was much more intense, complex and made me slow down and actually read through certain passages to get what the author was trying to do and trying to tell me the reader. Irene is a librarian for not just a regular library, but the Library. She goes on missions to alternate worlds to capture key works for fiction for storage at the Library. Irene is unique as she comes from Library stock, this is all she has ever known. Her superiors give her an apprentice and what seems to be a relatively easy mission. Course not. From the get go Irene and her apprentice are met with Fae magic, vampire, werewolves and the baddest guy of all, the Librarian who turned evil. I'm not much for steampunk, but I enjoyed the mystery, the characters and the world building. Who couldn't love a book built on the foundation that great fiction works should be cherished? This seems to be the start of an exciting new series.
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This book is basically a story of how violent the period post the civil war was, especially for anyone trying to live outside the norms of society. Catherine Bennett was trying to do just that by being a doctor in a time where women were in very structured roles. Catherine's life is turned upside down by people who want her in her place and she is forced to flee her life. She ends up on a wagon train headed to Colorado. The book then gets extremely violent as it describes life on the plains and in a fort. I put this book down many times, but did end up finishing it. I liked all of the characters and the story. I just can't stomach violence, even though I understand the point the author was trying to make. I'll probably skip the rest of the series. thanks netgalley for providing a galley in exchange for a review.

This book flip-flopped so much for me that I just can't see myself finishing the series. It started out so well. 2 siblings, a distant father, a faraway land, tons of mystery, history and the possibility of dark, interesting characters. The 2 siblings are 'given' to the Ottoman Empire in order to insure peace between their countries. Lada and Radu end up befriending the Sultan's son. The 3 become a close knit triangle against the danger that threatens the future of the Empire. Lada and Radu end up in love with the future Sultan and the 2 of them go to great lengths to secure his rule, happiness and future. Again, the beginning was crazy interesting, so much going on and then it just crawled through the middle. I was speed reading it, trying to not put it down, knowing if I did I wouldn't pick it up again. I loved the themes and the history, but only sort-of liked the characters and definitely didn't like the slowness of the plot.
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A quick, modern, Texas debutante take on Pride and Prejudice. Twins Megan and Julia are complete opposites. Megan is a soccer star, total jock and could care less about clothes, fitting in and society balls. To please their Mother both agree to debut, Megan biting her lip the entire time. If you know the Austen's story then the plot won't be a huge surprise. But, this isn't a complete re-do. There is enough of a difference to see the similarities but enjoy the modern twists. They are marketing this as a YA book, but seems to be this is definitely for the 17 and up crowd.
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The reviews on Goodreads and other blogs/sites are stellar, so I had really high hopes for this YA thriller. The twist at the end is pretty decent, but overall I had a rough time slogging through this one. Maybe I have read too many thrillers in the past 6 weeks to compare this one too. Anyways, I loved that the author portrayed, and quite honestly, a young man going through some very realistic coming of age problems. Not to mention, his girlfriend is missing and presumed dead. January was last seen leaving school and her boyfriend Flynn is the a major suspect. The mystery is told from Flynn's point of view as he pieces exactly what is happening through his own detective work and flashbacks to conversations with January. I really enjoyed Flynn, I just wanted a faster paced thrill ride.
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Straight up fluff and pretty decent fluff at that. Ruby is in her late twenties and much to her chagrin she finds herself lusting and loving after her roommate-who she had previously decided was her enemy. With a wonderful cast of characters that include a woe is me brother and a hilarious best friend, Ruby goes about trying to win Nick, her roommate's heart. I enjoyed Ruby and her silly ways. I loved reading the banter between her and Millsy. Their relationship really made the book. The romance between Ruby and Nick, while I cheered it on, was a bit lacking. Didn't so much love the language Ruby was prone too. Enough with the swearing. Overall this is a decent bit of chick-lit and I wouldn't mind reading more by the author.
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A new series that is sure to grip teens who love a good dystopian thriller. Cody and James are Ones-they were genetically modified at birth to have the best DNA possible. Meaning, they are basically super human. 1% of the US population are Ones-winning the genetic lottery. A small political faction decides that everyone should be equal and this grass roots organization quickly takes over the government. The Equality Movement is born and laws are soon passed that eliminate the Ones freedoms. Most Ones are between the ages of newborn and 21-we are talking about kids being discriminated against for a decision their parents made a birth. Of course the Ones decide to fight back. Cody and James are caught in the middle of the Ones fight. This series holds much promise. Not sure I will stick with it, but I can see how a certain type of reader would very much enjoy the Ones fight.
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Excellent read. It was an emotional ride of how one day can intertwine a group of people. A group of diverse troubled people who were so interesting to read about. They seemed so human. I loved reading about New York City during this particular time period. Has much changed, I'm not so sure. Thank you Mr. McCann for such a momentous read.

I have been ultra curious about Lothaire since his appearance at the beginning of the series. I loved that he was/is super bad. I love that he was/is crazy. Did I want him to have a happy ever after, not so much. That being said, I enjoyed this piece of the series. I liked Ellie, great match for the Enemy of Old. With each installment Ms. Cole reveals another piece of the greater puzzle. I have to say that my absolute favorite character is Nix and this book sheds a bit more light on her, which was fantastic, so when do we get to read her story?