Mini Review: Queen of Shadows

 * Throne of Glass Book 4 *

Celaena Sardothien returns to reclaim her throne, save her friend, and avenge her friend's death. It won't be easy, it won't be pleasant, and it might not save her future. But revenge must be taken and order must be restored.

The Good:
Revenge plots - double crossing - the plot twists
I like how Aelin had to confront her past
I grew to love Manon and her story line
I ADORED Lysandra - her snark made me laugh and tear up in places
The big battle
That ending
ALL the feels reading this one

The Bad:
Waiting for the next book

Final Thoughts: I seriously Love this series and would read it until the end of time. I can't wait to see what happens next!!

Review: Cold Burn of Magic

 * First in a new series *

Lila lives in a tourist trap - the most magical place in America. It's a place where monsters and founding families rule the town. She tries to keep her head down, especially after her mother was murdered protecting one of the families.

Then, one day, Lila steps up to protect a boy and her life changes. She's blackmailed into a new job - a job she's trained for her entire life and the job that left her mother dead. Lila isn't thrilled about the new job, but she's not about to let Devon die on her watch.

My Thoughts: I really loved Mythos Academy, so I was excited to hear about a new series coming from this author. I had high expectations and this book didn't disappoint. 

I loved this book. I loved the magic - both the monsters and the heightened abilities. Lila's skills were useful and entertaining. I enjoyed the pixie in her room who wasn't interested in her. HIs insults added humor to the book. I liked finding about more about the death of Lila's mom and how it changed her life. I loved that Lila found comfort in the library - among the books. I liked the relationship between Devon and Lila. She felt torn between her anger and her need to protect him too. So looking forward to the next book in this series!

Cover Thoughts: Fantastic
Source: my Library

Final Thoughts: If you're looking for a wonderful read with fantastic and romantic elements - look no further. 

Upcoming Review: Court of Thorns and Roses

Feyre hunts to keep her family from going hungry. When she kills a wolf in the woods, everything changes. Without knowing it, she's broken a treaty between humans and the faeries. Tamlin comes to her house seeking revenge.

She's held hostage in his house, where she learns more about the treaty and more about the world of the Fae.  As her time with the Fae grows on, Feyre begins to feel more comfortable in their world and with Tamlin.

Just as she grows comfortable - Tamlin sends her back to her home. He orders her to stay there. With her heart torn, Feyre takes matters into her own hands - but will her actions mean the death of everyone she holds dear?

My Thoughts: I tried really hard to savor this book and read it slowly - but I just couldn't do it. I LOVED it and needed to see how everything turned out. I'm not sure I can saw how much I loved this book, but I'll try.

Tamlin ran cold and hot with his affections. He reminded me greatly of Mr. Darcy. I loved the slow burn of their relationship - how it changed from enemies to friends to maybe something more.

Lucien made me laugh, made me angry, and made me love him. I hope the next book contains his story. 

I liked learning more about the Fae world and their politics.

I loved watching Feyre paint - from the paintings in her home to the room Tamlin sets up for her. Painting is w way for her to express herself, but to also work out problems in her head. 

At first, I had mixed feelings about Feyre's sisters. But I came to really enjoy them. I hope they're more present in the upcoming books.  I don't like the way they treated Feyra in the beginning, but I like how they grew closer after everything. 

I really really really liked Feyre - she was smart, driven, determined, feisty, and sweet at times. She didn't always make the best choices (who does really?). She was brave and loyal to those she loved; she went through hell and back for them. 

Cover Thoughts: Love
Source: ARC
More New Adult than YA, I'd still place this in YA at my library.
Release Date: May 5, 2015

Final Thoughts: Emotions, choices, standing on the sidelines or getting in the game, good vs evil, loyalty, friendship, and a fantastic love story - this book has it ALL and more. Add this one to your reading list and move it to the top! You won't be sorry.