Author: Shelly

Station Eleven by Emily St. Mandel

Station Eleven by Emily St. Mandel

Despite having to read this book for school, I really enjoyed Station Eleven! It was an amazing novel that I truly loved and I can’t wait to recommend it to everyone. One night, actor Arthur Leander has a heart attack on stage and passes away. In the upcoming days, a Georgia flu spreads over the globe. […]

Posted April 22, 2016 by Shelly in Reviews / 6 Comments

Comic Reviews: Superheroes, YA Graphic Novels & More!

Harley Quinn Vol.1: Hot in the City by Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Chad Hardin, Stephane Roux,Alex Sinclair, Paul Mounts Fresh from BATMAN: DEATH OF THE FAMILY and SUICIDE SQUAD, Harley Quinn returns to her first solo series in the New 52! The writing team of Jimmy Palmiotti (ALL STAR WESTERN) and Amanda Conner (BEFORE WATCHMEN: […]

Posted April 20, 2016 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
Last Will and Testament by Dahlia Adler

Last Will and Testament by Dahlia Adler

I purchased a copy of this book out of respect/admiration for the author. This does not influence my review in any way. If you know me, it is no secret that I am a huge Dahlia Adler fan. I wanted to start reading NA for a while now and I’m happy to report that I […]

Posted April 18, 2016 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
When We Collided by Emery Lord

When We Collided by Emery Lord

I received a copy of this book for review, this does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. I loved Emery Lord’s debut so when I heard she had another novel releasing, this one dealing with mental health, I knew I had to read it. And oh, I was not disappointed at […]

Posted April 4, 2016 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment

ARC April: Reading Tips!

This post isn’t necessarily all about ARC April but I figure it’d be a nice time to share some reading tips for those who are participating to get through all those ARCs! 1. Read a short story or a comic in between to avoid slumping! I fall into reading slumps because I let books linger (which […]

Posted March 31, 2016 by Shelly in Discussion Post, Random Ramblings / 6 Comments
The Great American Whatever by Tim Federle

The Great American Whatever by Tim Federle

I received a copy of this book for review, this does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review.  I loved Tim Federle’s MG series, Better Nate Than Ever, and when I heard he was releasing a YA debut, I knew I had to read it. The Great American Whatever was exactly what I was looking […]

Posted March 28, 2016 by Shelly in Reviews / 3 Comments

ARC April: Reading Goals

Hey everyone! We’re participating in ARC April this year and I think I speak for both us when I say we’re ready to kick butt and take names. (Psstt there’s still time to sign up- no post necessary, just add your name to the list in the link above!) Octavia’s Goals: -In my defense I […]

Posted March 27, 2016 by Shelly in Challenges / 5 Comments
Future Shock by Elizabeth Briggs

Future Shock by Elizabeth Briggs

I received a copy of this novel for review, this does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. I really enjoyed Future Shock and I definitely see it being as one of the best YA releases of the year. Elena Martinez has an eidetic memory. After being in the foster care system for […]

Posted March 22, 2016 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment
DNF: The Haters by Jesse Andrews

DNF: The Haters by Jesse Andrews

I received a copy of this book for review, this does not influence my thoughts on this book or my review. DNF at 32%. I just cared very little about these characters, I’m was not invested in their story at all. I found the love interest (or the one female character, depending on how you […]

Posted March 17, 2016 by Shelly in Reviews / 6 Comments