Twitter summary: Jude desperately wants to find her place in the Faerie world so she does everything from lying to committing murder to stealing the crown. The good: I was surprised by the turn in events in Jude’s relationships with both of her sisters — I’m curious to read how they will continue to evolve.Continue reading “The Cruel Prince by Holly Black”
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Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport
Twitter summary: A how-to on carefully curating the digital tools with maximum value to use in our lives. The good: Newport incorporates real-life examples, numerous studies and historical anecdotes to convince readers why choosing a focused life in a noisy world is essential. I don’t disagree. I have found myself randomly scrolling for hours onContinue reading “Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport”
Ash Princess by Laura Sebastian
Twitter summary: Theo lost her mother and kingdom, forced to be Kaiser’s prisoner and finally decides to take back what’s hers. The good: Theo’s acceptance of her title builds momentously throughout the book. Her Shadows — family and loyal subjects (TBD, of course, this is only Book 1) — allow her to find her innerContinue reading “Ash Princess by Laura Sebastian”
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid
Twitter summary: While babysitting Briar, Emira is unjustly questioned by the store security guard about her relationship with Briar. A bystander films the encounter and the video threatens Briar’s family. The good: I truly believe that the people you choose to spend your time with (i.e., friends) are family, no doubt that Emira’s friends haveContinue reading “Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid”
Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout
Twitter summary: The every day musings of Olive, a woman in her later years of life, living in a small town in Maine. The good: I did not read the first book* so I was introduced to Olive right from the get go with no background context. Each chapter has its own plot line thatContinue reading “Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout”
City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare
Twitter summary: Sister and brother (and their team) try to escape* from their evil father. The good: Clary’s development – slowly but surely she is shedding her young helpless shell and growing into the protagonist role. She still has miles to go but I’m starting to get on board with her character (with the exceptionContinue reading “City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare”
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
Twitter summary: Girl goes clubbing, witnesses a murder and is pulled into a fantasy world while trying to save her mother. The good: Another fantasy world commingling all the usual suspects. Clare has done a fabulous job setting up the storyline for the series… The bad: …but I felt the book was lacking the “gripping,Continue reading “City of Bones by Cassandra Clare”
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