Top 10 Books Glass Is Looking Forward the Most in 2015

      It was really hard to pick only ten books for today's post because there are so many 2015 releases I cannot wait to read. Some of them are on Tanja's list - like new book by Melina Marchetta (finally) - so I won't repeat those today.
      Let's see, shall we?

1. Never Never by Colleen Hoover and Tarryn Fisher

I was so excited when I heard that these two ladies will write a novel together. Oh, this will be epic!

2. Long Way Down by Krista and Becca Rithchie

Conclusion to the story about my favorite couple in the series - Daisy and Ryke. Yes, yes Connor is great and all, but still I like Ryke the best.

3. Beautiful Redemption by Jamie McGuire

Travis Maddox is, together with Kellan Kyle from Thoughtless series by S.C. Stephens , my favorite book boyfriend, but his brothers are not that bad too.

4. Thoughtful by S.C. Stephens

Let me just sit here for a while and make moon-eyes, maybe scream once and than faint from happiness. S.C. Stephens is author that made me love new adult novels, even before term "new adult" became popular. I know that this is only Kellan's POV and not completely new story - but I do not care! I can't wait to read Thoughtful! 

5. Falling Away by Penelope Douglas

Bully and Rival are some of my favorite angsty and drama filled novels, so it's no surprise that I am excited to read Jaxon's story as well. 

6. Becoming Rain by K.A. Tucker

Burying Water is on my top ten list of 2014 reads and I am dying to see what will happen next with other characters in this series.

7. Confess by Colleen Hoover

It's Colleen Hoover! Do I even have to say anything else? 

8. Sweet by Tammara Webber

I have to confess that I might have screamed really loudly when I saw last week that Tammara Webber will publish third Contours of the Heart novel. 

9. Lola Carlyle's 12-Step Romance by Danielle Younge-Ullman

  I adored Falling Under, so when I heard that  Danielle Younge-Ullman will publish new novel this year, I was so happy. Big thank you to Entangled Teen for giving me a review copy.

10. The Ruby Circle by Richelle Mead

This year we are saying goodbye to Adrian Ivashkov and Sydney Sage. As much as I am sad because of that, I have to admit that it is time for this series to come to an end. 

There you go, guys, my top ten list of 2015 upcoming titles. What do you think? Did I chose right? 

Love,

Waiting On Wednesday (#128)

You know the story. This is a meme created by Breaking the Spine and every week we pick books we're waiting for. Here are our picks for this week.

Glass can't wait to read...

If A Maddox boy falls in love, he loves forever. But what if he didn't love you, first?
No-nonsense Liis Lindy is an agent of the FBI. Deciding she is married only to her job, she breaks off her engagement and transfers from Chicago to the field office in San Diego. She loves her desk. She is committed to her laptop. She dreams of promotions and shaking hands with the director after cracking an impossible case.
Special Agent in Charge Thomas Maddox is arrogant, unforgiving, and ruthless. He is tasked with putting away some of the world’s toughest criminals, and he is one of the best the Bureau has to offer. Though, as many lives as he’s saved, there is one that is beyond his reach. Younger brother Travis is faced with prison time for his involvement in a basement fire that killed dozens of college students, and the media want a conviction. Travis’s only savior is his unusual tie to the mob. In a deal that will spare his brother, Thomas has agreed to recruit Travis into the FBI.
Liis is stubborn, defiant, and yet somehow softens Thomas’s rough edges, making her the perfect agent to accompany him to the ceremony. Posing as a couple, they must travel to Travis & Abby’s beach vow renewal and give him the news, but when the pretending ends, she finds herself wondering if they were pretending at all.
In the second installment of the Maddox Brothers books, experience firsthand the mysterious world of the elusive Thomas Maddox, and how good love can be when you’re not the first, but the last.

Expected publication date: January 27th, 2015

Tanja can't wait to read...

 With shades of The Hunger Games, Ender’s Game, and Game of Thrones, debut author Pierce Brown’s genre-defying epic Red Rising hit the ground running and wasted no time becoming a sensation. Golden Son continues the stunning saga of Darrow, a rebel forged by tragedy, battling to lead his oppressed people to freedom from the overlords of a brutal elitist future built on lies. Now fully embedded among the Gold ruling class, Darrow continues his work to bring down Society from within. A life-or-death tale of vengeance with an unforgettable hero at its heart, Golden Son guarantees Pierce Brown’s continuing status as one of fiction’s most exciting new voices.

Expected publication date: January 6th, 2015

Happy Wednesday; 

 

Top 10 Books Tanja's Looking Forward the most in 2015

After we have shared our top tens for the previous year, well it's time to see what we're looking forward the most in this year. Today you'll see my top ten list and on Thursday Glass' will share hers.

So let's start...

1. Shaming the Devil by Melina Marchetta

One word (actually two) MELINA MARCHETTA! I don't care what this thing is about but as far as I'm concerned it could be just Melina's grocery list and I'd be over the moon.

2. Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

After The Grisha series I want to read everything this woman writes. So this one will be highly anticipated book for me.

3. The Missing by Sarah Beth Durst

The Lost, aka the first book in this series left a really strong impression on me and I've been dying to read this one ever since. I just hope that we'll get a publication date soon. 

4. Winter by Marissa Meyer

It'll be heartbreaking to see the end of this series, but I have no doubts that this one will be as good as the previous three. I just hope that we'll get it sooner than expected. 

5. End of Days by Susan Ee 

Waiting for the books in this series sometimes feels like waiting for Godot. I mean they do eventually come out, but you always go crazy in the process. So let's hope that we'll really get this one in May. 

6. Magic Shifts by Ilona Andrews 

Even thought I still haven't read the seventh book in this series I know that as soon as I do I'll regret it as then I'll have to wait till this one to get my Kate dose. I'm an addict, sue me. 

7. Liar of Dreams by Libba Bray 

I've decided to wait a bit with The Diviners so I can read them together, will I mange that - absolutely not. Will I love it - absolutely yes. Zemira knows me well and she knows what to recommend to me. 

8. A Court of Thrones and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

I'll keep it cool and pretend that I'm really glad that this book is coming out in May, I mean there is plenty of books for me to read till then. BUT REALLY I NEED THIS IN MY LIFE NOW!

9. An Amber in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir

Now this truly seems like something completely new and you know I'm a sucker for new and unique stories. I hope that this one will be that. Luckily it's ONLY till April we have to wait.

10. Doors of Stone by Patrick Rothfuss 

Now this is really turning into Waiting for Godot. I mean Pat, stop toiling around and give us the effing book, already. I love you and all but you're killing me. 

I hope that you've got a list of books that you're waiting for and I'm sure that we'll love them.

Until the next time,

(ARC Review) The Originals: The Rise by Julie Plec

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Expected publication date: January 27th 2015, HQN Books

My rating: 3 stars

Book summary:

"Family is power. The Original vampire family swore it to each other a thousand years ago. They pledged to remain together always and forever. But even when you're immortal, promises are hard to keep.

Arriving in New Orleans in 1722, Original vampire siblings Klaus, Elijah and Rebekah Mikaelson believe they've escaped their dangerous past. But the city is lawless, a haven for witches and werewolves unwilling to share territory. The siblings are at their mercy…especially after Klaus meets the beautiful and mysterious Vivianne. Her impending marriage is key to ending the war between the supernatural factions—and Klaus's attraction to her could destroy the uneasy alliance. As Elijah works toward securing a piece of the city for his family, and Rebekah fights her unexpected feelings for a French captain, will Klaus's volatile desires bring their world crashing down—and tear them apart for good?"

Buddy read with lovely Emma from Never Judge a Book by its Cover. 

      I don't usually read books that are based on popular TV shows, but when I saw that there will be a story about my favorite antihero, I decided to make an exception and read it. Because, seriously, it is Klaus Mikaelson!

What I liked?

• It felt like I was watching new episode of TV show. I was surprised by how much writing reminded me of the show - I could picture everything in my head and I almost could hear their voices. 
• Background story. The Rise is great addition to the show and I believe that fans will enjoy it a lot, because it offers small flashback to the past of the most notorious vampires in New Orleans.
• Fast, action-packed and fun. Once you start reading this, it goes really fast and before you know it, you'll read the last page.
• Glimpse of humanity. It was interesting to see more personal side of the trio and, what is even rarely, Klause being in love. 

What I didn't like? 

• Not recommended for people who don't watch the show. I have a feeling that you would be left with more questions than answers and that you will think that it is uncompleted. The Rise is the companion novel, great, fun and quick read that fans would enjoy, but I don't think other would appreciate it as much.
• Cheesy and overly melodramatic in the end. It started good and there were all things I love about Klaus, Elijah and Rebekah, but somewhere along the way it took turn to worse and I ended more annoyed than happy. I was especially disappointed with Klaus. 

      Final judgement? Great choice if you are suffering because there are no new episode of your favorite show at the moment. I believe that The Originals fans will appreciate this book.

Happy reading, 

 

*ARC provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!*

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Glass' Top 10 Books in 2014

I was so lucky with books I picked up in 2014, it was much better year than 2013 I felt less pressured to read for blog or because all my friends had read certain book. It was definitely year marked by great new adult romances and fun buddy reads. 

So, here are my top ten 2014 books. 

1. The Law of Moses by Amy Harmon

This book was the biggest surprise for me last year, mostly because I had mixed reactions on previous books written by this author. Finding five greats have became part of my everyday routine and I still get back to it sometimes to reread my favorite parts.

2. Maybe Someday and Maybe Not by Colleen Hoover

Why are these two books on my list? Besides the fact that I love them to pieces? Tanja read them and loved them. That was one of the most epic moments if 2014. I recommended her new adult novels and she gave them five stars. :)

3. His Fair Assassin Trilogy by Robin LaFevers

It is fantasy and it is historical - not my usual picks, but I just adore these stories about kick-ass female assassins. 

4. Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley

The Colorado Mountain is my favorite KA series, but if I have to pick one, it will be Sweet Dreams. Come on... Tatum Jackson? Yes, please!!!

5. Mud Vein by Tarryn Fisher

Weird and twisted and so good! Plus, her writing is perfect and music she mentions in this books happens to be some of my favorites.

6. Reclaiming The Sand by A. Meredith Walters

One of the popular discussion topics in 2014 was diversity in YA, but no one mentioned same thing when it comes to new adult novels. Story about a bully and Asperger's, girl being a bully, second chances and growing up... Reclaiming The Sand should be on your must read list this year.

7. Tease by Amanda Maciel

 Speaking about bulling, there is no way I could skip this book. It was one of the hardest reads for me in 2014 and it was not because of the things that happened in the book itself - Amanda Maciel made us confront ourselves with Tease, with all bad things we might have done and never really thought about it. 

8. Take Me On by Katie McGarry

This is the most perfect book by Katie McGarry so far. There is no young adult author that knows how to write epic romance stories like this woman does. 

9. Burying Water by K.A. Tucker

After Ten Tiny Breaths which was mediocre for me, I thought that K.A. Tucker won't ever appear among five stars ratings on my list. I was wrong. Burying Water was so different from her debut novel and so much better. 

10. Addicted/Calloway Sisters Series by Krista and Becca Ritchie

2014 ended in the best possible company - fictional and real. Ritchie twins were quite popular among my friends last year, but I was a stubborn mule who refused to read their novels. Siiri from Little Pieces of Imagination finally managed to made me read it and I am so grateful because this series is one of my absolute favorites. Also, it was even more fun to read it because of all lovely ladies who talked with me on Twitter, Instagram and Goodreads - thank you all. 

And there you go - my top 10 picks in 2014. It was a great year and I honestly hope that this one will be even better. 

Love,

Tanja's Top 10 Books in 2014

Hiya! So the end of the year is near and we have decided to share our favorites for this year. So stay tuned, as Glass will be sharing her favorites tomorrow.

So without further ado here are my 10 ten books 

1. Magic Rises by Ilona Andrews 

People!! This book, this book is full of awesomeness! I have no words for it. I mean the whole series is amazing but this book just blew me away. I'm still speechless about it.

2. The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer 

Of course I was going to put the whole series as one pick. So here is the first one. I have read Cinder first at the beginning of the year and then reread it in March. It's so awesome. I cannot wait to read Winter and even though I'll be sad that it's the end, still I'm sure it'll be amazing.

3. We Were Liars by E. Lockhart 

I think that this book made me cry the hardest this year. I loved every single page of it and I'm sure that I will be rereading it soon enough. If you haven't read it, then go! It's a must. Don't read the blurb, just do it.

4. The Grisha by Leigh Bardugo 

Well yes, I'm cheating here, but I'll be nice and just put two series. It's hard enough picking between the books and then picking between books in one series would we really difficult. Alas, this series is I believe perfect for all fantasy lovers, and those who are yet to discover one in themselves.

5. Cruel Beauty by Rosamund Hodge 

This year was rich in retellings, but I don't think that any of them was as creative as Cruel Beauty. It is a retelling, but at the same time it's a story for itself. Story full of magic and story beautifully written. 

6. Love and Other Unknown Variables by Shannon Lee Alexander 

This year was mostly about fantasy for me, but still in that sea of fantasy there is another contemporary that will stay on my fave list. Like I said in my review this book is for those who loved TFIOS and those who did not, as Charlie is a narrator you'll grew to love. I did for sure.

7. Stolen Songbird by Danielle L. Jansen 

Another one like written just for me. Stolen Songbird is exactly what I love in YA fantasy. It has amazing characters, slow building romance and what's more amazing world building. Only downside of this one is that the sequel cannot be here soon enough. 

8. Kiss of Broken Glass by Madeleine Kuderick 

So I often say, I want my contemporaries to be as real as possible and I don't think it gets more real than this one. It and the way it's written are the reason why this one is here today. I really loved it and I think that there is no better way to write a story like this one. 

9. Allegiant by Veronica Roth 

I had different ideas for the end of this series, but I don't think they were as good as the real ending. Now you might be surprised why it's so low on my list, but when you think about it I have read more than 150 books this year and to be #9 it's really a good thing. 

10. Midnight Thief by Livia Blackburne

Last, but not least book on my list is Midnight Thief. Another YA fantasy. Yes, don't look that surprised. Another amazing book  for all fantasy lovers and yes those who are yet to become that. I really cannot wait to read the sequel.

So that would be it from me for this year! I hope you enjoyed my posts and I really loved interacting with you all. It was such a pleasure to discuss with you and share amazing books. I really cannot wait to continue in that way in the 2015.

Till then, with love

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

We won't make this long. Just wanted to wish you a HAPPY NEW YEAR! 

We hope that you had a great time last night and that you are now enjoying the first day of the new year! 

Thank you all for being with us in 2014 and we cannot wait to share more bookish love in 2015! 

So cheers to the amazing books and great discussions and for growth of our community! 

With love,