The Forgotten Locket

The Forgotten Locket by Lisa Mangum A+

( Warning, Might be a spoiler if you haven't read the first 2 books)

"The future is uncertain. The battle to control the past has begun. The final book in the riveting Hourglass Door trilogy begins when Abby steps through the black door, and she doesn't dare look back. Though it means leaving Dante—wounded, bleeding, and possibly blind—she knows it is the only way to save her family and stop Zo from manipulating the river of time and throwing the future into chaos. In the end, Abby must face a final confrontation that will take her to the very origins of the hourglass door. Praise for The Hourglass Door "
-Back of Book

I was so excited for this book to come out! I'm a huge fan of The Hourglass Door series and this was the last book of the trilogy. It was released on May 30th and I've been watching and waiting for it to be released. All my friends had no idea it was even out and I loved it because it meant no one was going to spoil it for me. I finished it the day I day I bought it and I still can't wrap my head around how crazy intense this book was! It was amazing and I think it must have taken Lisa Mangum quite awhile to layout such a mind blowing plot for her final book. Loved it!!!! If your a fan of her books then I'm sure you wont be disappointed with this!!!!

Illusions

Illusions by Aprilnne Pike A+

"Laurel hasn't seen Tamani since she begged him to let her go last year. Though her heart still aches, Laurel is confident that David was the right choice.

But just as life is returning to normal, Laurel discovers that a hidden enemy lies in wait. Once again, Laurel must turn to Tamani to protect and guide her, for the danger that now threatens Avalon is one that no faerie thought would ever be possible. And for the first time, Laurel cannot be sure that her side will prevail."
-Back of book.

This is the third book in the "Wings" series. I love those books and was worried that the next one wouldn't measure up. I was surprised how amazing her books are becoming, I love when an author's books become better with each new book. Illusions is fascinating and was fun for me because mentioned Tamani a lot more then in the other books. Loved it!!!!

My Fair Godmother

My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison A+

"After her boyfriend dumps her for her older sister, sophomore Savannah Delano wishes she could find a true prince to take her to the prom. Enter Chrissy (Chrysanthemum) Everstar: Savannah’s gum-chewing, cell phone–carrying, high heel-wearing Fair Godmother. Showing why she’s only Fair—because she’s not a very good fairy student—Chrissy mistakenly sends Savannah back in time to the Middle Ages, first as Cinderella, then as Snow White. Finally she sends Tristan, a boy in Savannah’s class, back instead to turn him into her prom-worthy prince. When Savannah returns to the Middle Ages to save Tristan, they must team up to defeat a troll, a dragon, and the mysterious and undeniably sexy Black Knight. Laughs abound in this clever fairy tale twist from a master of romantic comedy."

I know it's been a super long time since I've posted anything- major computer problems) but I'm super glad to be posting again. I met this author a few weeks earlier and I'd only read one of her books. Later I picked this one up from the library and could not put it down!! It's such a funny twist on fairy tale yet very adventurous at the same time. The characters were amazing and so real! I'm waiting for the sequel "My Unfair Godmother" and I can not wait to read it. I highly recommend this funny, clean, unique, story!

Mary Poppins Contest!!!!

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A Kiss In Time

A Kiss In Time by Alex Flinn A-

"Talia fell under a spell...Jack broke the curse.
I was told to beware the accursed spindle, but it was so enchanting, so hypnotic...
I was looking for a little adventure the day I ditched my tour group. But finding a comatose town, with a hot-looking chick asleep in it, was so not what I had in mind.
I awakened in the same place but in another time—to a stranger's soft kiss.
I couldn't help kissing her. Sometimes you just have to kiss someone. I didn't know this would happen.
Now I am in dire trouble because my father, the king, says I have brought ruin upon our country. I have no choice but to run away with this commoner!
Now I'm stuck with a bratty princess and a trunk full of her jewels...The good news: My parents will freak!
Think you have dating issues? Try locking lips with a snoozing stunner who turns out to be 316 years old. Can a kiss transcend all—even time?"
-Back of the book.

I really did enjoy this book but it could never compare to my favorite book by this author, Beastly. I find it really cleaver how Alex Flinn messes with fairy tales and makes them modern. There are other stories like that but she's the best at making them more real. This book had some nice humor to it, Talia is knows nothing about the real world and it's really funny when she tries to figure out simple thing like a light switch or a sell phone. Shes real snobby at the beginning and it's always nice to see character growth as the story goes on. A fun read by one of favorite authors.

Beastly

Beastly by Alex Flinn A+

"Not quite wolf or bear, gorilla or dog but a horrible new creature who walks upright. I am a monster.

You think I'm talking fairy tales? No way. The place is New York City. The time is now. It's no deformity, no disease. And I'll,stay this way forever—ruined—unless I can break the spell.

Yes, the spell, the one the witch in my English class cast on me. Why did she turn me into a beast who hides by day and prowls by night? I'll tell you. I'll tell you how I used to be Kyle Kingsbury, the guy you wished you were, with money, perfect looks, and the perfect life. And then, I'll tell you how I became perfectly . . . beastly."

-Back of the book.

This is one of those books I saw everyone reading and I just thought I would hate it if I read it. But then I saw the movie trailer and i have to read the book before I see the movie so I gave it a try. I loved it! You see the characters change drastically through out the book. But what I thought was interesting about this, was that in his world the story of 'Beauty and the Beast' doesn't excised. instead he compares himself to characters like the phantom of the opera or the hunch back of notre dame. I'm really glad I gave it a try!