Despite the popularity of the movie version of Howl's Moving Castle, the book does not seem to get enough credit. Although the book and movie both share similar storylines, the book is an amazing piece of fiction on its own. The creation of the fantasy world of Ingary is imaginatively done, and the characters just…
Book Review: Lockwood & Co: The Screaming Staircase by Jonathan Stroud
If you haven't yet tried Lockwood and Co. and are a fan of ghost stories then I have one question for you: what have you been doing?! I am quite infatuated with this series (and no it does not matter that it is aimed at middle graders). It is action-packed, hilarious, and definitely creepy! The…
Book Review: The Nowhere Girls by Amy Reed
The Nowhere Girls is as empowering as it is emotive. Amy Reed's novel explores society's vulgar reactions towards females who call out those of the opposite sex for rape. The book follows the story of a group of misfit girls who create a society (The Nowhere Girls) to try and raise awareness about sexism and…
Book Review: The Star of Kazan by Eva Ibbotson
Enchanting and imaginative, The Star of Kazan is one of those rare books that I love because of how beautifully written it is. The descriptions of Vienna (where the author herself grew up in) are spectacular. Very rarely do I read descriptions of places and find myself in them without even trying. As to the…
Places Mentioned In Books That Iād Like to Visit
1. The Shire Who wouldn't want to visit The Shire from The lord of the Rings series? This picturesque little town is full of trees, fields, and rolling hills...and lets not forget the adorable hobbit-sized homes in the hills! These folk lead a simple life and their parties are full of lively music and plenty…
Book Review: After The Fire by Will Hill
A dark and enthralling story, After the Fire tells the dramatic story of seventeen-year-old Moonbeam's terrifying life in a cult, her climactic escape, and her rehabilitation into the outside world. This novel is different and really makes its impression; it is like a dystopian fiction set within a normal world and every page is interesting…
Book Review: Far From the Tree by Robin Benway
Perhaps this is an unpopular opinion, but I believe this book does not reach its full potential. Far From the Tree has a promising plot which focuses on the intertwined lives of three adopted teenagers who find out they are siblings. They are all experiencing problems in one way or another and the author explores…
Book Review: Frost Hollow Hall by Emma Carroll
I have always been of the mindset that an adult shouldn't dismiss a book as childish or uninteresting just because it was marketed as a children's novel. Intrigue and mystery are the very essence of this debut novel. Set in Victorian England, Frost Hollow Hall is an intricate ghost story that is both captivating and…
Book review: All Your Perfects by Colleen Hoover
Heart-breaking and absolutely inspiring. This book played at my heartstrings and then healed them completely. I was hooked from the get-go and by the time I reached the end, it seemed like I had completely flooded the house with my tears of catharsis. This is a must-read for couples in a serious relationship or those…
Happy New Year!
To joyful readings and plenty of blogging! My New year's eve was spent with great music, dancing, and AMAZING food! Some fun games, and a fantastic view of fireworks. I've only just started out with book blogging but I enjoy it loads and it's lovely sharing it with all you wonderful people š
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