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Review: RENEGADES // epic anti-villains and superheroes + i need a sequel
Title: Renegades Series: Renegades book #1 Author: Marissa Meyer Page count: 592 Date published: 7 November 2017 Genre: Young Adult sci-fi & fantasy Rating: (4 out of 5 stars) GOODREADS SYNOPSIS The Renegades are a syndicate of prodigies–humans with extraordinary abilities–who emerged from the ruins of a crumbled society and established peace and order where chaos reigned. As champions of justice, they remain a symbol of hope and courage to everyone…except the villains they once overthrew. Nova has a reason to hate the Renegades, and she is on a mission for vengeance. As she gets closer to her target, she meets Adrian, a Renegade boy who believes in justice–and in Nova. But Nova’s allegiance is to a villain who has the power to end them both. I AM SHOOK!! I had the BEST time reading this book aah I loved it and need the next book! The superpowers are so COOL THE GAY SUPERHERO DADS!! The diversity is really awesome This book brought my love anti-villains to the next level I was so nervous EVERY PAGE as to what would happen The smol romance that is almost non-existent but I ship so hard Marissa Meyer is the best and now…
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MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK RELEASES FOR THE REST OF 2018
*** so this post didn’t post properly from like 2 months ago so here we are – hope you enjoy the “updated” version from the original draft *** There are still some awesome books coming out this year and I need them asap. On another note, I am not prepared for the year to end but it’s probably not a good idea to fret over that now! SEPTEMBER Sadie by Courtney Summers (4 September 2018): This book has been getting so much buzz lately and it’s usually not a book I’d usually read but the concept sounds really cool Ignite The Stars by Maura Milan (4 September 2018): Sci-fi is not usually my genre but again it sounds really cool and has been getting good reviews Summer Bird Blue by Akemi Dawn Bowman (11 September 2018): I have yet to read Starfish but I follow the author on Twitter and I’m super hyped to get into her book Wildcard by Marie Lu (18 September 2018): Oh my gosh I need this book! I devoured Warcross when I read it at the beginning of the year and ahhh so excited to read this Pride by Ibi Zoboi (18 September…
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HALLOWEEN PLANS // spooky and scary stories i plan to consume
I’m not usually a fan of scary stuff. We don’t really do Halloween in South Africa, even though I’d love to dress up and get free chocolate a girl can dream. But I have really been in the mood for spooky stories and there a few I think I’d enjoy, so here we are today. They’re mainly books but I did include a show, so let’s just get into it! City of Ghosts by V.E. Schwab I don’t know why I haven’t read this book yet. I have the audiobook downloaded and it’s super short. I started it but haven’t gotten round to finishing it. It seems like the perfect Halloween book so I need to get on this! Mara Dyer trilogy by Michelle Hodkin At first, I thought I wouldn’t be interested in these books but recently, I’ve been really wanting to read them. The whole unreliable main character intrigues me and I have a feeling I’ll love Noah Shaw. I have no idea what to expect and I know I’ll be freaked out but I need to read it anyway?? The Diviners by Libba Bray I have a newfound love for historical fiction and this book sounds…
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BOOKS I RAVE ABOUT ALL THE TIME BUT AM HERE TO RECOMMEND ANYWAYS // aka my fave books of all time
This post is basically just an excuse to screech about my all time favourite books and series but what did you expect? I feel like I talk about them all the time but then again I also don’t know if I do. I feel I don’t shove them enough in your face, hence this post. Most have probably read them or heard of these but who cares. Also, Harry Potter and Percy Jackson are my faves but who here doesn’t know about them? I just wanted to mention that because I do love them but these are some newer favourites so wanted to give them more spotlight. STANDALONE CONTEMPORARIES Eliza & Her Monsters by Francesca Zappia: Never have I ever related more to a character and felt recognised. I went into this book knowing I’d love it but this is the book that if anyone ever asked to choose one book that isn’t a fantasy that was my favourite then this it. I love every word in it and I just cannot recommend it enough. Since You’ve Been Gone by Morgan Matson: This book was that book that I read at just the right time and related to so…
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BOOKS THAT MAY CURE YOUR READING SLUMP // ft. addictive, action packed or fast-paced reads
I was watching a youtube video and was inspired, so I thought to make a list of some books that might break your reading slump. A while back I did a post about different slumps so click here if you want to read that. I was proud of it at the time so hopefully, it’s still decent. MORGAN MATSON BOOKS I’ve recently got into her books and Since You’ve Been Gone is one of my all time favourites, but these books are so great. They’re perfect for the summer time and you can so easily get sucked in. I read all of them in the span of a few days and fell in love. They have great friendships and are super relatable. THE RAVEN CYCLE BY MAGGIE STIEFVATER It’s been a hot second since I’ve talked about these books, and it might just be me but I couldn’t put these books down. I’ve heard some say it’s slow but they weren’t to me. I won’t even try to pitch it to you but these books are super eerie and mysterious, and there’s a great band of characters. These books are just a super fun time and I highly…
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Review: TO KILL A KINGDOM // witty banter, pirates and siren goodness
Title: To Kill A Kingdom Author: Alexandra Christo Page count: 358 Date published: 6 March 2018 Genre: Young Adult fantasy retelling Thank you Jonathan Ball Publishers for sending this one my way! Rating: (4 out of 5 stars) GOODREADS SYNOPSIS I have a heart for every year I’ve been alive. There are seventeen hidden in the sand of my bedroom. Every so often, I claw through the shingle just to check they’re still there. Buried deep and bloody. Princess Lira is siren royalty and revered across the sea until she is cursed into humanity by the ruthless Sea Queen. Now Lira must deliver the heart of the infamous siren killer or remain a human forever. Prince Elian is heir to the most powerful kingdom in the world and captain to a deadly crew of siren hunters. When he rescues a drowning woman from the ocean, she promises to help him destroy siren kind for good. But he has no way of knowing whether he can trust her … Yes, I finally read this. It was fantastic and I love The Little Mermaid! I had the best time devouring this delicious book oh my gosh. Lil ole me thought it would be…
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SEPTEMBER RECAP // tests, readalongs & instagram stories
Eyyy so look at me actually have a great month!! I actually read books and studied (??) but still high-key stressing the heck out about October… Look at me reading 5 books and reading a book off my TBR?? What’s happened to me? The Unexpected Everything by Morgan Matson {★★★★½}: I went on a Matson binge in August and finished the last 100 pages or so of this book so I didn’t want to add it for last month. But I really enjoyed it and is a really great summer read. I have a review on my blog so click here for more thoughts Restore Me by Tahereh Mafi {★★★★★}: Oh my heck I need the next book asap, please. I read this book super fast and I loved it even low-key wanted to strangle a couple of characters but it’s chill not really. Click here for a review Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare {★★★★★}: I really wanted to reread this series so I did and I am a mess! I’m doing a read along if you’re also interested in joining. I have a whole post and review with all the details so click here for that Clockwork Prince by…
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Review: CLOCKWORK PRINCESS // my emotions are destroyed and it's all my fault
Title: Clockwork Princess Series: The Infernal Devices book #3 Author: Cassandra Clare Page count: 567 Date published: 19 March 2013 Genre: Young Adult historical urban fantasy Rating: (5 out of 5 stars) GOODREADS SYNOPSIS Tessa Gray should be happy – aren’t all brides happy? Yet as she prepares for her wedding, a net of shadows begins to tighten around the Shadowhunters of the London Institute. A new demon appears, one linked by blood and secrecy to Mortmain, the man who plans to use his army of pitiless automatons, the Infernal Devices, to destroy the Shadowhunters. Mortmain needs only one last item to complete his plan. He needs Tessa. And Jem and Will, the boys who lay equal claim to Tessa’s heart, will do anything to save her. I did this to myself and I knew it when I started but now I just have no words I am in PAIN! Fml This is without a doubt my favourite Cassandra Clare book because how does she make me FEEL THESE EMOTIONS?!?!?! I just am speechless omg. This is my new favourite series of ever and I just,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Did I put off finishing this book because I knew the pain was coming? Why yes…
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Review: CLOCKWORK PRINCE // i adore these books aka new fave series ever
Title: Clockwork Prince Series: The Infernal Devices book #2 Author: Cassandra Clare Page count: 496 Date published: 6 December 2011 Genre: Young Adult historical urban fantasy Rating: (5 out of 5 stars) GOODREADS SYNOPSIS In the magical underworld of Victorian London, Tessa Gray finds her heart drawn more and more to Jem, though her longing for Will, despite his dark moods, continues to unsettle her. But something is changing in Will – the wall he has built around himself is crumbling. Could finding the Magister free Will from his secrets and give Tessa the answers about who she is and what she was born to do? As their dangerous search for the for the truth leads the friends into peril, Tessa’s heart is increasingly torn, especially when one of their own betrays them… Oh my gosh, I love these books so damn much I can’t cope!! Did I just read an almost 500-page book in the span of 3 days? Why yes I did. okay just breathe Ruby William freaking Herondale ladies and gentleman Cassie is amazing THE PLOT TWISTS THE ANXIETY I HAVE REGARDING THESE BOOKS IS SCARING ME I am not prepared and really don’t know why I…
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WHY YOU NEED TO READ THE INFERNAL DEVICES // clockwork angel reread review ft. readalong announcement
I have been craving my faves for a while so I decided to reread them and thought maybe I should see if anyone wanted to read them with me so here we are today! READALONG I am co-hosting this read-along over on my Instagram (@rubyraereads) with my friend @crimsonbookowl and I’ll leave my post for you here. Basically, we’re just excited for Queen of Air and Darkness which comes out December 4th so we’re going to read this series while we wait. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ruby (@rubyraereads) I also did a post WHY YOU SHOULD READ THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS and this one will be quite similar. Can you tell I love Cassie Clare? All you have to do to join is comment on the post so we know to add you the group, whatever we use not sure what platform to use and if you want to invite your friends over. It’s a super chill read and obviously, everyone is welcome. Check out the post for more details Here are more or less the dates we plan to have read them by: Clockwork Angel – 23 September to 16 October Clockwork Prince – 16…
