Author: Cornelia Funke
Once upon a time in the country of Italy, to orphaned boys ran to the 'magical' city of Venice, where the winged lions and horses watch over and guard the city. Bo and Prosper's mother has always told them that magic and mystery have lurked in the little alleys and under the bridges, and when she dies the young boys run from there uptight aunt and uncle to the place of magic they have always been told about. Once they arrive they caught up under a group of thieves that are under the great and wonderful 'Theif Lord' who never is seen and never caught. The boys have a life of adventure and daring escapades which seems to be the adventure's biggest dream. But what has Prosper worrying is that is a life of a thief really what he wants for him and his younger brother? When a great Count notoriously know as the The Conte, offers the group a big job Prosper must really decide if he wants him and Bo to participate in the ever dangerous game of thievery, while a nosy detective under his despicable aunt is looking for them.
With twists and twirls this story took quite a few turns, but turns that were predictable, nonetheless. As a teenager reading this book for the first time, I felt it hard to really get connected with the younger story. At times it was slow and tedious, but then it would pick itself up and redeem itself. The Pros: It had great mystery, storyline, great humor, and use of foreign vocabulary that I great enjoyed. The Cons: It was a bit slow and I thought it could had more action, it was also below my age. However, it would have been perfect for someone my sister's age. Overall, it was a great read that had me laughing.
Rating: 7 out of 10
NEXT BOOK REVIEW CLUE: Radiance
December 04, 2011
November 05, 2011
Book Review for "The Crow"
The Crow is a scintillating, crazy, scary, story. The Crow is the third in the books of Pellinor. And it is the craziest book in the series by far.
Since being swiftly parted from older sister Maerad, Hem and his guardian Saliman have been living in Turbask for the past few months. While grateful for Saliman’s assistance, Hem can’t help but get in trouble. First, his time at the School hasn’t been going well. Hem is the only northerner in class, so his appearance, his little knowledge of the local language and customs, and his knack for retaliation towards the taunts of classmates make him an outsider.
Things begin to look up for Hem, however, when he rescues a young fledgling crow being attacked by its relatives and later names him Irc. Unlike the other crows, Irc’s feathers are white. Hem’s natural affinity for birds and Irc’s curiosity is just the foundation for a unique friendship that has quite an effect on the world around them. Then, while in the marketplace one day, Hem literally runs into a young girl whose fierce disposition intrigues and repels him. Her name is Zelika, a refugee from the city of Baladh who was cruelly separated from her family after they were murdered by the Dark Army. Zelika seems determined to avenge her family’s misfortune no matter what the cost.
Meanwhile, Saliman begins hearing reports of the Dark Army and their brutal assaults on other cities and villages throughout the Seven Kingdoms. Turbask prepares to fight back, not only to protect their people but also to provide more time for other potential victims. When the true extent of the Dark Army’s deadly power is revealed through reports of a scrimmage in Il Dara, and Turbask is attacked by Deathcrows, Saliman and several members of Turbask’s council come to the grim conclusion that they have to say goodbye to their beloved city. As the war rages outside the city walls, Hem, Irc and Zelika help in the healing houses, where Hem realizes that the profession comes naturally to him. However, with the prospect of leaving Turbask and the tragic losses he has faced, Hem isn’t sure if he will ever have a relatively normal life as a Bardic healer.
The journey has just begun for Hem and his traveling companions, which now include their guide Soron. Along the way, they meet Bards in a secret underground city referred to as the Pit. Here, Hem makes a startling discovery as to what role he plays in the quest for the Treesong. Then a Bard named Hared sets a plan in motion for a mission to uncover information about the Dark’s deadliest weapon, which will change Hem’s life forever.
In a confusing and very long tale this story gripped my attention. As always though (in this series), at parts, it very much laaaagggged. The Pros: Already gave you one :) but, it was nice for a change to have a boys outlook on things, it also had a lot action and a good story line. The Cons: I'm very sorry to say that it had many. It was gory, and if you don't like that sort of thing it was bad. Also it was extremely depressing, and at times even I had to struggle through the horrific turn of events. Truth to be told, it is a dark and sadistic book, and although vital to the plot line it was hard for me to read all that entailed. In the end, I suppose it wasn't terrible, I mean it could have been worse, but it was truly the most heartbreaking book I've read in my entire life and I would be very hesitant to read it through again.
Since being swiftly parted from older sister Maerad, Hem and his guardian Saliman have been living in Turbask for the past few months. While grateful for Saliman’s assistance, Hem can’t help but get in trouble. First, his time at the School hasn’t been going well. Hem is the only northerner in class, so his appearance, his little knowledge of the local language and customs, and his knack for retaliation towards the taunts of classmates make him an outsider.
Things begin to look up for Hem, however, when he rescues a young fledgling crow being attacked by its relatives and later names him Irc. Unlike the other crows, Irc’s feathers are white. Hem’s natural affinity for birds and Irc’s curiosity is just the foundation for a unique friendship that has quite an effect on the world around them. Then, while in the marketplace one day, Hem literally runs into a young girl whose fierce disposition intrigues and repels him. Her name is Zelika, a refugee from the city of Baladh who was cruelly separated from her family after they were murdered by the Dark Army. Zelika seems determined to avenge her family’s misfortune no matter what the cost.
Meanwhile, Saliman begins hearing reports of the Dark Army and their brutal assaults on other cities and villages throughout the Seven Kingdoms. Turbask prepares to fight back, not only to protect their people but also to provide more time for other potential victims. When the true extent of the Dark Army’s deadly power is revealed through reports of a scrimmage in Il Dara, and Turbask is attacked by Deathcrows, Saliman and several members of Turbask’s council come to the grim conclusion that they have to say goodbye to their beloved city. As the war rages outside the city walls, Hem, Irc and Zelika help in the healing houses, where Hem realizes that the profession comes naturally to him. However, with the prospect of leaving Turbask and the tragic losses he has faced, Hem isn’t sure if he will ever have a relatively normal life as a Bardic healer.
The journey has just begun for Hem and his traveling companions, which now include their guide Soron. Along the way, they meet Bards in a secret underground city referred to as the Pit. Here, Hem makes a startling discovery as to what role he plays in the quest for the Treesong. Then a Bard named Hared sets a plan in motion for a mission to uncover information about the Dark’s deadliest weapon, which will change Hem’s life forever.
In a confusing and very long tale this story gripped my attention. As always though (in this series), at parts, it very much laaaagggged. The Pros: Already gave you one :) but, it was nice for a change to have a boys outlook on things, it also had a lot action and a good story line. The Cons: I'm very sorry to say that it had many. It was gory, and if you don't like that sort of thing it was bad. Also it was extremely depressing, and at times even I had to struggle through the horrific turn of events. Truth to be told, it is a dark and sadistic book, and although vital to the plot line it was hard for me to read all that entailed. In the end, I suppose it wasn't terrible, I mean it could have been worse, but it was truly the most heartbreaking book I've read in my entire life and I would be very hesitant to read it through again.
Pegasus Island
My mouth fell open in shock. She was gorgeous. She had long, brown curls and rich dark skin, tanned from many years in the sun. She was tall, extremely built, strong and toned. She blinked at me with hostile eyes, but she kept her face completely expressionless.
“Oh, God.” I said breathily. I leaped up to my feet and tried to appear presentable, brushing the sand from my face, and tucking my hair behind my ears. “P-p-lease, please, help me.” I sobbed and motioned aimlessly with my hands. She blinked never changing her present expression. “You,” I pointed to her. “Help me.” I pointed to myself, pleading with her with all that had. She just stared at me, then, she walked away. I watched her go in disbelief. “W-wh-wait!” I screamed, “Don’t leave me!” She whirled around and for the first time I noticed the spear she was now pointing at me. Then I observed she was also carrying a crude, handmade fishing net. “I’ll help you!” I implored her. “With the fishing.” She had a warning look on her face. Again, she turned and walked away. I ran after her screaming, pleading, yelling, and swearing, but nothing would work. I dived and grabbed her leg but she merely kept on walking. I still holding on was being dragged, so I let go. She never even turned and just kept on walking, quietly and steadily.
August 12, 2011
More of Mine!
Due to a request, I'm posting more of my books, well, a book.
But, I won't do it until one of you says if you want the same of the last book, or a brand new one!
Pick n' choose your battles people!
And have fun!
But, I won't do it until one of you says if you want the same of the last book, or a brand new one!
Pick n' choose your battles people!
And have fun!
July 25, 2011
Book Review For "Ink Exchange" (Wicked Lovely #2)
Author: Melissa Marr
Ahoy! Like the makeover? I sure do! Thanks for reading!
Leslie is one of Aislinn's best friends who get herself into trouble, well, more like she is a trouble magnet. To escape her tumultuous and dark past, Leslie looks at and gets a tattoo. It's a Gothic looking picture of eyes surrounded by vines, metal, and a pair of wings. Little does Leslie know that will tie her to the King of the Dark Court, Irial, who feed off of people's emotions through her. Soon Leslie is stuck in a web of she can't get out without the help of (SPOILER ALERT!) her friend, Aislinn the Summer Queen, Niall a fey advisor of the Summer King, whom Leslie begins to have chemistry with, the Summer King Keenan, and Seth, Aislinn's boyfriend. Leslie must go through traumas and trials before reaching her freedom that costs her more than she ever dreamed she would ever pay, the price that excels a pretty tattoo.
The Pros are the same as last time but I'm afraid that The Cons are more this time...
Drugs, alcohol, rape references, club scenes, romance, violence (more than last time, which i don't mind so much but, you know some people!), just a heavy depressing spirit, and more! It was OK but I definitely liked the first one much better. Hopefully the rest will be more hmm, happy and appropriate!
Ahoy! Like the makeover? I sure do! Thanks for reading!
Leslie is one of Aislinn's best friends who get herself into trouble, well, more like she is a trouble magnet. To escape her tumultuous and dark past, Leslie looks at and gets a tattoo. It's a Gothic looking picture of eyes surrounded by vines, metal, and a pair of wings. Little does Leslie know that will tie her to the King of the Dark Court, Irial, who feed off of people's emotions through her. Soon Leslie is stuck in a web of she can't get out without the help of (SPOILER ALERT!) her friend, Aislinn the Summer Queen, Niall a fey advisor of the Summer King, whom Leslie begins to have chemistry with, the Summer King Keenan, and Seth, Aislinn's boyfriend. Leslie must go through traumas and trials before reaching her freedom that costs her more than she ever dreamed she would ever pay, the price that excels a pretty tattoo.
The Pros are the same as last time but I'm afraid that The Cons are more this time...
Drugs, alcohol, rape references, club scenes, romance, violence (more than last time, which i don't mind so much but, you know some people!), just a heavy depressing spirit, and more! It was OK but I definitely liked the first one much better. Hopefully the rest will be more hmm, happy and appropriate!
July 24, 2011
Book Review For "Wicked Lovely"
Author: Melissa Marr
Aislinn can see fairies. Ever since she was a small child ,Aislinn has seen them. The Fey. And not the nice, cute kind with frilly little dresses and sparkly wings. No, these Fey are dark, evil, lustful, wild and ruthless. Every time you've ever had a sudden pain or tripped unexpectedly for no apparent reason, or worse, was most likely because of the Fey. Aislinn's grandmother is also cursed in seeing the Fey. She has three rules for Fey Seers to follow with no exceptions:
Rule #3: Don't stare at invisible Fey.
Rule #2: Don't speak to invisible Fey.
Rule #1: Don't ever attract their attention.
But now the Summer King, Keenan, a hottie who has been searching for his Queen for centuries, is going to push Aislinn over her limit to resist all she's ever tried to avoid. No matter what the cost, because without a Queen, summer will literally die, and winter... shall reign. Forever. Everything is on the line, and a smart girl has to save herself and protect her friends.
A dark enemy. A mortal love. Fairies. A dark book that will capture your attention.
The Pros: A book that had an excellent plot, this is so true! It was hard to predict what was going to happen! Very good sensory detail! Nice POV and characters!
The Cons: Cussing, unspoken romance, club scenes, and a couple of other references that some people may find offensive. It could have been worse but it could have been better. Overall, I thought it to be pretty good!
Next Book Review Clue: Ink Exchange
Aislinn can see fairies. Ever since she was a small child ,Aislinn has seen them. The Fey. And not the nice, cute kind with frilly little dresses and sparkly wings. No, these Fey are dark, evil, lustful, wild and ruthless. Every time you've ever had a sudden pain or tripped unexpectedly for no apparent reason, or worse, was most likely because of the Fey. Aislinn's grandmother is also cursed in seeing the Fey. She has three rules for Fey Seers to follow with no exceptions:
Rule #3: Don't stare at invisible Fey.
Rule #2: Don't speak to invisible Fey.
Rule #1: Don't ever attract their attention.
But now the Summer King, Keenan, a hottie who has been searching for his Queen for centuries, is going to push Aislinn over her limit to resist all she's ever tried to avoid. No matter what the cost, because without a Queen, summer will literally die, and winter... shall reign. Forever. Everything is on the line, and a smart girl has to save herself and protect her friends.
A dark enemy. A mortal love. Fairies. A dark book that will capture your attention.
The Pros: A book that had an excellent plot, this is so true! It was hard to predict what was going to happen! Very good sensory detail! Nice POV and characters!
The Cons: Cussing, unspoken romance, club scenes, and a couple of other references that some people may find offensive. It could have been worse but it could have been better. Overall, I thought it to be pretty good!
Next Book Review Clue: Ink Exchange
July 03, 2011
Book Review for "The Crow"
Author: Alison Croggan
Since being swiftly parted from older sister Maerad, Hem and his guardian Saliman have been living in Turbask for the past few months. While grateful for Saliman’s assistance, Hem can’t help but get in trouble. First, his time at the School hasn’t been going well. Hem is the only northerner in class, so his appearance, his little knowledge of the local language and customs, and his knack for retaliation towards the taunts of classmates make him an outsider.
Things begin to look up for Hem, however, when he rescues a young fledging crow being attacked by its relatives and later names him Irc. Unlike the other crows, Irc’s feathers are white. Hem’s natural affinity for birds and Irc’s curiosity is just the foundation for a unique friendship that has quite an effect on the world around them. Then, while in the marketplace one day, Hem literally runs into a young girl whose fierce disposition intrigues and repels him. Her name is Zelika, a refugee from the city of Baladh who was cruelly separated from her family after they were murdered by the Dark Army. Zelika seems determined to avenge her family’s misfortune no matter what the cost.
Meanwhile, Saliman begins hearing reports of the Dark Army and their brutal assaults on other cities and villages throughout the Seven Kingdoms. Turbask prepares to fight back, not only to protect their people but also to provide more time for other potential victims. When the true extent of the Dark Army’s deadly power is revealed through reports of a scrimmage in Il Dara, and Turbask is attacked by Deathcrows, Saliman and several members of Turbask’s council come to the grim conclusion that they have to say goodbye to their beloved city. As the war rages outside the city walls, Hem, Irc and Zelika help in the healing houses, where Hem realizes that the profession comes naturally to him. However, with the prospect of leaving Turbask and the tragic losses he has faced, Hem isn’t sure if he will ever have a relatively normal life as a Bardic healer.
The journey has just begun for Hem and his traveling companions, which now include their guide Soron. Along the way, they meet Bards in a secret underground city referred to as the Pit. Here, Hem makes a startling discovery as to what role he plays in the quest for the Treesong. Then a Bard named Hared sets a plan in motion for a mission to uncover information about the Dark’s deadliest weapon, which will change Hem’s life forever.
The Pros: It was nice to finally have Hem's view on it all, I thought that the author did really well on this. Also, it had a nice amount of action, and a good plot. The Cons: Oooo kinda a lot here. Well for starters it had a lot of violence, war, and a little gore. If you can't handle that, then it was quiet disturbing. And then the element of utter sorrow, wow it was so depressing, overbearing even. At times I thought that I could not handle it anymore! And finally, like all of its siblings so far it llllaaaaaggged at many points. In the end, I suppose that it could have been worse, but it is definetly the craziest and saddest book I"ve read so far. And I would be etremely hesitant to read it through again.
Since being swiftly parted from older sister Maerad, Hem and his guardian Saliman have been living in Turbask for the past few months. While grateful for Saliman’s assistance, Hem can’t help but get in trouble. First, his time at the School hasn’t been going well. Hem is the only northerner in class, so his appearance, his little knowledge of the local language and customs, and his knack for retaliation towards the taunts of classmates make him an outsider.
Things begin to look up for Hem, however, when he rescues a young fledging crow being attacked by its relatives and later names him Irc. Unlike the other crows, Irc’s feathers are white. Hem’s natural affinity for birds and Irc’s curiosity is just the foundation for a unique friendship that has quite an effect on the world around them. Then, while in the marketplace one day, Hem literally runs into a young girl whose fierce disposition intrigues and repels him. Her name is Zelika, a refugee from the city of Baladh who was cruelly separated from her family after they were murdered by the Dark Army. Zelika seems determined to avenge her family’s misfortune no matter what the cost.
Meanwhile, Saliman begins hearing reports of the Dark Army and their brutal assaults on other cities and villages throughout the Seven Kingdoms. Turbask prepares to fight back, not only to protect their people but also to provide more time for other potential victims. When the true extent of the Dark Army’s deadly power is revealed through reports of a scrimmage in Il Dara, and Turbask is attacked by Deathcrows, Saliman and several members of Turbask’s council come to the grim conclusion that they have to say goodbye to their beloved city. As the war rages outside the city walls, Hem, Irc and Zelika help in the healing houses, where Hem realizes that the profession comes naturally to him. However, with the prospect of leaving Turbask and the tragic losses he has faced, Hem isn’t sure if he will ever have a relatively normal life as a Bardic healer.
The journey has just begun for Hem and his traveling companions, which now include their guide Soron. Along the way, they meet Bards in a secret underground city referred to as the Pit. Here, Hem makes a startling discovery as to what role he plays in the quest for the Treesong. Then a Bard named Hared sets a plan in motion for a mission to uncover information about the Dark’s deadliest weapon, which will change Hem’s life forever.
The Pros: It was nice to finally have Hem's view on it all, I thought that the author did really well on this. Also, it had a nice amount of action, and a good plot. The Cons: Oooo kinda a lot here. Well for starters it had a lot of violence, war, and a little gore. If you can't handle that, then it was quiet disturbing. And then the element of utter sorrow, wow it was so depressing, overbearing even. At times I thought that I could not handle it anymore! And finally, like all of its siblings so far it llllaaaaaggged at many points. In the end, I suppose that it could have been worse, but it is definetly the craziest and saddest book I"ve read so far. And I would be etremely hesitant to read it through again.
June 19, 2011
Book Review for "Forest Born"
Author: Shannon Hale
Good evening fellow bloggers!
This is the last of the Bayern Books, and I failed to mention in my last post that River Secrets is the third. Let's get started!
Rinna was born in the forest. And having so many brothers and sisters she deals with loneliness and feelings of being unwanted. Her main comforts are the beautiful, majestic forest trees, and her favorite brother Razo. Razo, apart of the Bayern's Own group of warriors is hardly ever home anymore, and when he is, he brings his pretty new Tiran diplomat friend, Dasha. Rinna feels quite jealous and unwanted. In the past years, Rinna has felt the ever growing apartness between her and her precious trees. In desperation of purpose, Rinna leaves for the city, to find work and a new life. She winds up in care for the queens son and ends up on a wild, dangerous journey, in trying to protect his life, in which she'll need every power she possesses to guide him safely home.
I would hate to spoil the story anymore, and its hard to stop writing, but let's take a look at the pros and cons. The Cons: A few curse words, (if my memory serves me right) and violence. If small readers rad this book I'm not sure exactly how they would take it. I remember wincing once or twice at what all happened. The Pros: Ending on a positive note, this is a beautifully written story about, friendship, loyalty, and family, and was pleasantly very much surprised at what evolved in the plot. I for one never saw it coming and my jaw literally dropped open and hung there for a second. Like I've said a bizillion times before this is my favorite series I've ever encountered so far, and if you read it, (which you should!) I think you'll enjoy it thoroughly!
Stay tunned, NEXT BOOK REVIEW CLUE: The Crow
Good evening fellow bloggers!
This is the last of the Bayern Books, and I failed to mention in my last post that River Secrets is the third. Let's get started!
Rinna was born in the forest. And having so many brothers and sisters she deals with loneliness and feelings of being unwanted. Her main comforts are the beautiful, majestic forest trees, and her favorite brother Razo. Razo, apart of the Bayern's Own group of warriors is hardly ever home anymore, and when he is, he brings his pretty new Tiran diplomat friend, Dasha. Rinna feels quite jealous and unwanted. In the past years, Rinna has felt the ever growing apartness between her and her precious trees. In desperation of purpose, Rinna leaves for the city, to find work and a new life. She winds up in care for the queens son and ends up on a wild, dangerous journey, in trying to protect his life, in which she'll need every power she possesses to guide him safely home.
I would hate to spoil the story anymore, and its hard to stop writing, but let's take a look at the pros and cons. The Cons: A few curse words, (if my memory serves me right) and violence. If small readers rad this book I'm not sure exactly how they would take it. I remember wincing once or twice at what all happened. The Pros: Ending on a positive note, this is a beautifully written story about, friendship, loyalty, and family, and was pleasantly very much surprised at what evolved in the plot. I for one never saw it coming and my jaw literally dropped open and hung there for a second. Like I've said a bizillion times before this is my favorite series I've ever encountered so far, and if you read it, (which you should!) I think you'll enjoy it thoroughly!
Stay tunned, NEXT BOOK REVIEW CLUE: The Crow
June 05, 2011
Book Review For "River Secrets"
Author: Shannon Hale
Sometimes I just want to shoot myself! I feel like I never get to write on here anymore, and it drives me absolutely insane! Ah, enough of me though. :P Lets get down to business! River Secrets, I truly and sincerely love this book!
Razo is a boy from the forest filled with a duty to serve his country. He is a loyal friend ho loves to mess around with his best friends Finn, Enna, and Prinncess Anidori (Isi). He longs to be an important part of the up and coming war with Tira, Bayerns new enemy. He finally makes it to a training camp and makes new friends and enemy's right away. But that is not the most inportant of Razo's problems, he thinks he might be falling for the lovely and closed Dasha, and why does everyone keep finding charred bodies everywhere, and who is the cause?
This book was a mystery, thriller, and action/ romance. I couldn't put it down and was constantly telling my mom the new turn of events. I loved the action and Razo firey spirit. The evolving romances between some the characters was very well done and descriptions were beautiful. The pros and cons...The pros: I think I've told you most of them! The cons: there was some cussing, vivid violence, and obscence jestures between a few characters. All in all though I will always love this book and its amazing author!
Sometimes I just want to shoot myself! I feel like I never get to write on here anymore, and it drives me absolutely insane! Ah, enough of me though. :P Lets get down to business! River Secrets, I truly and sincerely love this book!
Razo is a boy from the forest filled with a duty to serve his country. He is a loyal friend ho loves to mess around with his best friends Finn, Enna, and Prinncess Anidori (Isi). He longs to be an important part of the up and coming war with Tira, Bayerns new enemy. He finally makes it to a training camp and makes new friends and enemy's right away. But that is not the most inportant of Razo's problems, he thinks he might be falling for the lovely and closed Dasha, and why does everyone keep finding charred bodies everywhere, and who is the cause?
This book was a mystery, thriller, and action/ romance. I couldn't put it down and was constantly telling my mom the new turn of events. I loved the action and Razo firey spirit. The evolving romances between some the characters was very well done and descriptions were beautiful. The pros and cons...The pros: I think I've told you most of them! The cons: there was some cussing, vivid violence, and obscence jestures between a few characters. All in all though I will always love this book and its amazing author!
April 25, 2011
Book Review For "Enna Burning" or "Bayern Book # 2"
Author: Shannon Hale
Enna is a girl struggling with grief from the loss of her mother. She cooks, she cleans, she lives with her brother, Leifer. After her mother died, she moved back to the forest where she is longing for her good friend, Isi.(Aka Ani) And one as she doing her chores, she realizes Leifer is late. She thinks nothing of it and keeps going. Later, he is still not home, and tired she falls asleep. She wakes with a start, Leifer is there and he is lighting a fire, he does it extremely fast. She soon finds that Leifer has learned to control fire somehow. She runs to the city after he burns her when he become angry. Searching for answers she finds Isi, and asked for her help. SPOILER ALERT: She eventually learns to control the fire herself, and ends up cooking from the inside. Angry at the Tiran with whom Bayern is at war against, she begins to burn enemy camps. In the end, she is captured, and slowly, she begins to lose all her strength. She must escape and find a cure...
Enna Burning is a story of a "fiery" girl who wants to be in control of her own destiny. She quickly finds her self losing all but her sanity, in the hands of an enemy camp. I like this story because of the way the characters are portryaed to you, and Enna will give up or in. What I didn't like sbout this story is that Isi seems like a different character, she seems different to me. All in all though, it is a great book and one of my favorites. I hope you'll enjoy it as much as me!
Enna is a girl struggling with grief from the loss of her mother. She cooks, she cleans, she lives with her brother, Leifer. After her mother died, she moved back to the forest where she is longing for her good friend, Isi.(Aka Ani) And one as she doing her chores, she realizes Leifer is late. She thinks nothing of it and keeps going. Later, he is still not home, and tired she falls asleep. She wakes with a start, Leifer is there and he is lighting a fire, he does it extremely fast. She soon finds that Leifer has learned to control fire somehow. She runs to the city after he burns her when he become angry. Searching for answers she finds Isi, and asked for her help. SPOILER ALERT: She eventually learns to control the fire herself, and ends up cooking from the inside. Angry at the Tiran with whom Bayern is at war against, she begins to burn enemy camps. In the end, she is captured, and slowly, she begins to lose all her strength. She must escape and find a cure...
Enna Burning is a story of a "fiery" girl who wants to be in control of her own destiny. She quickly finds her self losing all but her sanity, in the hands of an enemy camp. I like this story because of the way the characters are portryaed to you, and Enna will give up or in. What I didn't like sbout this story is that Isi seems like a different character, she seems different to me. All in all though, it is a great book and one of my favorites. I hope you'll enjoy it as much as me!
April 20, 2011
Book Review For "The Goose Girl"
Hey everyone,
I know that i promised to write a loooonnnng time ago but I didn't.
To make a long and sad story short, my grandfather banned me from his computer( which has Internet) for something I absolutely did not do. I don't know or when but I promise I will try and find time whenever I do get on to blog. I've missed blogging more than I can say and I'm glad to be back of present. Thanks for following, Alicia
"The Goose Girl"
By Shannon Hale
I'm am finally blogging! How exciting! AHHHHHHHHHHHHH! I feel like I can fly!
Anyway, this is one of my all time favorite books ever, and I am completely happy to finally be doing this review.
Once upon a time, in the land of Kildrenee, there is a princess named Anidori.
She is the crown princess and enjoys spending time with her father and her horse, Falada. Anidori has a very special power, she can speak to swans and her horse since she has had a very special bond with him since birth. Outcast of her family, only her father and her closest friend, her Aunt, can relate to her. When her Aunt dies and tragedy after tragedy strikes the royal family, her mother arranges a marriage with the prince from Kildrenee's growing enemy, Bayern. Ani knows it's her duty to preform and give up the crown to be the queen in a foreign land, and silently obeys. Her royal guard and her new best friend, her lady in waiting Celia, accompany her on the long and dangerous journey through Bayerns Forest. SPOILER ALERT: During this time Celia reveals that she hates Ani and causes mutiny among the guards. She tries to have Ani killed, wanting to take the place of the princess, since they look alike, and marry the prince, and become queen. Ani flees and gets separated from Falada. She ends up hiding in Bayerns Capital city as a goose girl, working for the king. Ani must try and hide from her former guards, find Falada, and reveal her identity in a convincing way before it is to late.
What I love about this series is how the characters communicate with nature, animals, and influence the people around them. Hale gives lively and sensory detail to her stories, making them interesting, exciting, and full of suspense and action. The thing that is a little, and I mean a minor drawback, is that it doesn't hook you right away. I always enjoy when books draw you in right away, but then that is just my preference. Stick with it and you will want to stay and read it until your done.
My good Friend and I both agree that this is a book you'll want to read over and over.
Next Book Review Clue: Enna Burning, Bayern Book # 2
I know that i promised to write a loooonnnng time ago but I didn't.
To make a long and sad story short, my grandfather banned me from his computer( which has Internet) for something I absolutely did not do. I don't know or when but I promise I will try and find time whenever I do get on to blog. I've missed blogging more than I can say and I'm glad to be back of present. Thanks for following, Alicia
"The Goose Girl"
By Shannon Hale
I'm am finally blogging! How exciting! AHHHHHHHHHHHHH! I feel like I can fly!
Anyway, this is one of my all time favorite books ever, and I am completely happy to finally be doing this review.
Once upon a time, in the land of Kildrenee, there is a princess named Anidori.
She is the crown princess and enjoys spending time with her father and her horse, Falada. Anidori has a very special power, she can speak to swans and her horse since she has had a very special bond with him since birth. Outcast of her family, only her father and her closest friend, her Aunt, can relate to her. When her Aunt dies and tragedy after tragedy strikes the royal family, her mother arranges a marriage with the prince from Kildrenee's growing enemy, Bayern. Ani knows it's her duty to preform and give up the crown to be the queen in a foreign land, and silently obeys. Her royal guard and her new best friend, her lady in waiting Celia, accompany her on the long and dangerous journey through Bayerns Forest. SPOILER ALERT: During this time Celia reveals that she hates Ani and causes mutiny among the guards. She tries to have Ani killed, wanting to take the place of the princess, since they look alike, and marry the prince, and become queen. Ani flees and gets separated from Falada. She ends up hiding in Bayerns Capital city as a goose girl, working for the king. Ani must try and hide from her former guards, find Falada, and reveal her identity in a convincing way before it is to late.
What I love about this series is how the characters communicate with nature, animals, and influence the people around them. Hale gives lively and sensory detail to her stories, making them interesting, exciting, and full of suspense and action. The thing that is a little, and I mean a minor drawback, is that it doesn't hook you right away. I always enjoy when books draw you in right away, but then that is just my preference. Stick with it and you will want to stay and read it until your done.
My good Friend and I both agree that this is a book you'll want to read over and over.
Next Book Review Clue: Enna Burning, Bayern Book # 2
February 15, 2011
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Hey everyone I'm back!
I've been sick for al ong time and its been hard but I'll try and post tomorrow!
I've been sick for al ong time and its been hard but I'll try and post tomorrow!
January 05, 2011
Book Review For "The Truth-Tellers Tale"
The "Truth-Tellers Tale" by Sharon Shinn
The Truth-Tellers Tale is the second book in the The Safe-Keepers Secret Series.
The Truth-Tellers Tale portrays the story of the mirror twins Eleda and Adele. Everything about them mirrors each other (besides their unique personalities), even their names, which is the other backward! The story is told from the point of view of Eleda a Truth-Teller. Her sister Adele is also a special Safe-Keeper. They live with their parents and run their very own inn, called The Leaf and Berry. The Leaf and Berry symbolizes them(Eleda and Adele) as the Leaf symbolizing the chatterleaf tree, the tree that is never quiet, which is the symbol of the Truth-Tellers, and the Berry, which symbolizes the kirrenberry tree, the tree that no matter what will never makes a sound. They and their best friend Roelynn live in a city near the capital. The story really starts when the Baby Princess is born to Queen Lirabel and all Safe-Keepers and Truth-Tellers are invited to the palace to say wonderful truths about the princess and keep her secrets. (Which is kind of pointless considering that she is a baby.) But anyway, as the story goes on they grow up to have adventures in romance, heart-break, and sickness, all leading up to where they are seventeen and the most handsome dancing master and his dashing apprentice come and teach Roelynn and other nobles dancing, for Roelynn's up and coming debut where the notorious Prince Darian is FINALLY suppose to meet her, he always finds some way of not meeting her. From the beginning Roelynn's father has wanted her to marry the prince, and that has always caused trouble, because of her many, many, beaus. A chain of romances begins when the dancing master comes to town, with his apprentice, and all will end well...hopefully.
The thing that bothered me the most about this book was that it is hardly tied to the first whatsoever. There may be a few, and I mean very few small details you need to know in order to understand a little bit better but that's it. I was very disappointed and let down. I thought the author could have included some unfinished details in the second book that started in the first. On the other hand, I liked the second book far better than the first because there was, well, I don't know it's hard to explain, but there was a bit more action and it seemed more real than the first one. Overall the story is especially well written and I enjoyed immensely.
Next Book Review Clue: The Goose Girl
The Truth-Tellers Tale is the second book in the The Safe-Keepers Secret Series.
The Truth-Tellers Tale portrays the story of the mirror twins Eleda and Adele. Everything about them mirrors each other (besides their unique personalities), even their names, which is the other backward! The story is told from the point of view of Eleda a Truth-Teller. Her sister Adele is also a special Safe-Keeper. They live with their parents and run their very own inn, called The Leaf and Berry. The Leaf and Berry symbolizes them(Eleda and Adele) as the Leaf symbolizing the chatterleaf tree, the tree that is never quiet, which is the symbol of the Truth-Tellers, and the Berry, which symbolizes the kirrenberry tree, the tree that no matter what will never makes a sound. They and their best friend Roelynn live in a city near the capital. The story really starts when the Baby Princess is born to Queen Lirabel and all Safe-Keepers and Truth-Tellers are invited to the palace to say wonderful truths about the princess and keep her secrets. (Which is kind of pointless considering that she is a baby.) But anyway, as the story goes on they grow up to have adventures in romance, heart-break, and sickness, all leading up to where they are seventeen and the most handsome dancing master and his dashing apprentice come and teach Roelynn and other nobles dancing, for Roelynn's up and coming debut where the notorious Prince Darian is FINALLY suppose to meet her, he always finds some way of not meeting her. From the beginning Roelynn's father has wanted her to marry the prince, and that has always caused trouble, because of her many, many, beaus. A chain of romances begins when the dancing master comes to town, with his apprentice, and all will end well...hopefully.
The thing that bothered me the most about this book was that it is hardly tied to the first whatsoever. There may be a few, and I mean very few small details you need to know in order to understand a little bit better but that's it. I was very disappointed and let down. I thought the author could have included some unfinished details in the second book that started in the first. On the other hand, I liked the second book far better than the first because there was, well, I don't know it's hard to explain, but there was a bit more action and it seemed more real than the first one. Overall the story is especially well written and I enjoyed immensely.
Next Book Review Clue: The Goose Girl
January 01, 2011
Book Review for "The Safe-Keepers Secret"
The Safe-Keepers Secret by Sharon Shinn
In the small town of Tambleham, one quiet night, a lone rider dressed in black rode to the house of the Safe-Keeper, Damiana... The Safe-Keeper of each town, village, or city, has a very special job. The inhabitants of the city, ect...have the Safe-Keepers just to tell their darkest and dirtiest secrets to, knowing that the Safe-Keeper will never a say word to another soul unless it is told to another Safe-Keeper. But Safe-Keepers are not the only special ones in the kingdom there are also Truth-Tellers, who can tell only the truth when asked directly, and the legendary solitary Dream- Maker who make dreams and wishes come true, but not the ones of their choosing, but of the magic within them. Damiana and her sister are Safe-Keepers, but not in the town. And one night when Damiana is giving birth to her child with a secret father, a foundling comes to her house. The King's Safe-Keeper has given her another child with secret parents, and only Damiana, her sister, and the man, knows who the father really is. Years pass and the two children grow up, one a girl and one a boy. Reed is the oldest by only a minute with Fiona following. They are fraternal twins with hopes and dreams. Fiona dreams of being Tamblehams next Safe-Keeper and despite what everyone says she is determined to be the best. Reed on the other hand can't stay still and longs for excitement and adventure. But when a secret is let out things will definitely change for this family. This story is a heart-warming tale of family, friendship and romance. It even has a few surprises and mysteries. In the end, all is revealed and cleared up with a happy ending, and what a good story id right? The only thing was for me, this is a good one but I didn't like it as much because there was no action and no adventure. (Being me that is what I love the most in a story, I can't help it! :D) A little bit more in that area would be perfect because at some parts in the story you are just waiting around for something exciting, and even sometimes interesting, to happen! I hope you have had a wonderful Christmas and a very happy New Year!
Tata for now,
Alicia
Next Book Review Clue: The Truth-Tellers Tale
In the small town of Tambleham, one quiet night, a lone rider dressed in black rode to the house of the Safe-Keeper, Damiana... The Safe-Keeper of each town, village, or city, has a very special job. The inhabitants of the city, ect...have the Safe-Keepers just to tell their darkest and dirtiest secrets to, knowing that the Safe-Keeper will never a say word to another soul unless it is told to another Safe-Keeper. But Safe-Keepers are not the only special ones in the kingdom there are also Truth-Tellers, who can tell only the truth when asked directly, and the legendary solitary Dream- Maker who make dreams and wishes come true, but not the ones of their choosing, but of the magic within them. Damiana and her sister are Safe-Keepers, but not in the town. And one night when Damiana is giving birth to her child with a secret father, a foundling comes to her house. The King's Safe-Keeper has given her another child with secret parents, and only Damiana, her sister, and the man, knows who the father really is. Years pass and the two children grow up, one a girl and one a boy. Reed is the oldest by only a minute with Fiona following. They are fraternal twins with hopes and dreams. Fiona dreams of being Tamblehams next Safe-Keeper and despite what everyone says she is determined to be the best. Reed on the other hand can't stay still and longs for excitement and adventure. But when a secret is let out things will definitely change for this family. This story is a heart-warming tale of family, friendship and romance. It even has a few surprises and mysteries. In the end, all is revealed and cleared up with a happy ending, and what a good story id right? The only thing was for me, this is a good one but I didn't like it as much because there was no action and no adventure. (Being me that is what I love the most in a story, I can't help it! :D) A little bit more in that area would be perfect because at some parts in the story you are just waiting around for something exciting, and even sometimes interesting, to happen! I hope you have had a wonderful Christmas and a very happy New Year!
Tata for now,
Alicia
Next Book Review Clue: The Truth-Tellers Tale
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