What I've Been Reading
As usual, I've been reading up a storm this summer. I always intend to write down all the books I read and review my favorites, but I go through them so quickly that it just doesn't happen.
What I've read in the last few days:
Ruined by Paula Morris. This is a present-day ghost story about a New Yorker who moves to New Orleans temporarily. She finds herself in the middle of old families, secrets, and ghosts. Although I enjoyed reading this, and it definitely kept me on the edge of my seat at times, the plot isn't the most well-thought out. Parts of it are just too convenient or too predictable.
Skin Deep by E.M. Crane. Brilliant novel about an average girl who discovers she's not invisible. Coming-of-age novel, blah blah blah. Great cast of characters, very human, very real. I highly recommend this book, especially for anyone who thinks s/he goes unnoticed in life. Certain events in this book could upset sensitive readers. Two deaths in the book, one by suicide and one from cancer.
Accomplice by Eireann Corrigan. Strange but intriguing novel about teenage girls who arrange an abduction. They think that their well-rounded resumes aren't enough to get into college, so they decide one must fake her abduction and the other will miraculously find her. Highly unrealistic, but it definitely makes one consider how crazy the college application process is these days. How far would you go to succeed?
The Au Pairs: Crazy Hot by Melissa de la Cruz. I first read her first Au Pairs novel years ago, but this summer I finished the whole series. Total fluffy fun. Summer in the Hamptons with money, fame, modeling, fashion... not to mention all the hot guys. Love the trio of best friends. A good beach read.
What I read earlier in the summer:
The Cardturner by Louis Sachar. I love this author. He's written so many brilliant books for kids, preteens, and young adults. This novel is about a teenage boy who develops a relationship with his great-uncle by playing bridge with him. I seriously loved this book. So did my mom. I was a bit skeptical at first, but like I said, I love this author. Funny, poignant, coming-of-age... all that good stuff.
Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. Beautiful and sad story about a girl who kills herself. Before doing so, she makes thirteen audio-cassettes to be listened to by the people who led her to suicide. Very bittersweet, but excellent novel.
I've obviously read more books that just these few, but I'm struggling to remember all the titles. I've also written an article on vampire fiction, so if you like vampires, but think Twilight is overrated, check it out.
What I've read in the last few days:
Ruined by Paula Morris. This is a present-day ghost story about a New Yorker who moves to New Orleans temporarily. She finds herself in the middle of old families, secrets, and ghosts. Although I enjoyed reading this, and it definitely kept me on the edge of my seat at times, the plot isn't the most well-thought out. Parts of it are just too convenient or too predictable.
Skin Deep by E.M. Crane. Brilliant novel about an average girl who discovers she's not invisible. Coming-of-age novel, blah blah blah. Great cast of characters, very human, very real. I highly recommend this book, especially for anyone who thinks s/he goes unnoticed in life. Certain events in this book could upset sensitive readers. Two deaths in the book, one by suicide and one from cancer.
Accomplice by Eireann Corrigan. Strange but intriguing novel about teenage girls who arrange an abduction. They think that their well-rounded resumes aren't enough to get into college, so they decide one must fake her abduction and the other will miraculously find her. Highly unrealistic, but it definitely makes one consider how crazy the college application process is these days. How far would you go to succeed?
The Au Pairs: Crazy Hot by Melissa de la Cruz. I first read her first Au Pairs novel years ago, but this summer I finished the whole series. Total fluffy fun. Summer in the Hamptons with money, fame, modeling, fashion... not to mention all the hot guys. Love the trio of best friends. A good beach read.
What I read earlier in the summer:
The Cardturner by Louis Sachar. I love this author. He's written so many brilliant books for kids, preteens, and young adults. This novel is about a teenage boy who develops a relationship with his great-uncle by playing bridge with him. I seriously loved this book. So did my mom. I was a bit skeptical at first, but like I said, I love this author. Funny, poignant, coming-of-age... all that good stuff.
Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. Beautiful and sad story about a girl who kills herself. Before doing so, she makes thirteen audio-cassettes to be listened to by the people who led her to suicide. Very bittersweet, but excellent novel.
I've obviously read more books that just these few, but I'm struggling to remember all the titles. I've also written an article on vampire fiction, so if you like vampires, but think Twilight is overrated, check it out.