Friday Finds 8/7/2009

Friday Finds is hosted by MiZB @ Should Be Reading! I added over 70 books to my TBR this week, partly due to reading Book Crush by Nancy Pearl, and partly by checking out some super awesome book blogs, which you can check out by looking at the side bar, under ch-ch-check it out! My […]

Review of Madapple by Christina Meldrum

Madapple by Christina Meldrum alternates between the narration of Aslaug, the protagonist and a court trial. Aslaug is on trial for the murder of her aunt and cousin. Madapple blends religion, science, mythology and botany. It almost seems Meldrum is trying too hard to weave separate elements, but I think she succeeded in creating a story which left me consistently guessing. I […]

Waiting On Wednesday: Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating.  I am eagerly awaiting the release of Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins. Last week I read the Hunger Games, and let me tell you, it’s hard to be satisfied with a cliff-hanger! Catching Fire picks […]

Contest Is Closed – Win Wildwood Dancing by Juliette Marillier

Personally, I like a book with a pretty cover, good characters, and a great storyline. Hence, I’ve decided to give away the most awesome Wildwood Dancing, that and I have two copies. 😀   To enter, leave a comment telling me what fairy tale you relate to the most, and why. Please leave your email […]

Teaser Tuesday 8/4/2009

* Grab your current read. * Let the book fall to a random page. * Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from that page, somewhere between lines 7 and 12. * Share the title of the book that you’re getting your teaser from… That way people can have some great book recommendations if they like the […]

What Are You Reading Monday 8/3/2009

What Are You Reading Mondays are hosted by J. Kaye’s Book Blog! Her blog is pretty neat, so check it out and participate. Last Week I Read: The Name of The Wind by Patrick Rothfuss – Fantasy, Adult, and AMAZING. I highly recommend you check this out!! Does My Head Look Big In This by […]