Tag: Contemporary

Skyscraping by Cordelia Jensen

Skyscraping by Cordelia Jensen

I received this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my review. When I was pitched this book, I accepted it gladly. A verse novel about complex issues? Skyscraping is that novel but so much more. It’s also about family, friendship, changing over time and learning to accept things you can’t change. […]

Posted May 31, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
The Devil You Know by Trish Doller

The Devil You Know by Trish Doller

I received this book from the publisher for review, this does not influence the contents of my review. I will admit, I picked up this book because of the amazing things I’ve heard about Trish Doller, and her books all seem amazing (okay, and the cover to this one is awesome). And damn, I do […]

Posted May 25, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment
Extraordinary Means by Robyn Schneider

Extraordinary Means by Robyn Schneider

I received a copy of this book from the publisher for review, this does not influence my review. I enjoyed Robyn Schneider’s debut, The Beginning of Everything and when I heard about her latest book, I decided to give this one a shot! Lane and Sadie are both residents of Latham house, a sanatorium for teens with a […]

Posted May 21, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 2 Comments
Scarlett Undercover by Jennifer Latham

Scarlett Undercover by Jennifer Latham

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my review!  This is basically all you need to know about this book: a Muslim-American Veronica Mars. Based on that description alone, I needed this book. Seriously, a diverse debut with all the snark and wit of Veronica Mars, I NEEDED IT. […]

Posted May 19, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
Made You Up by Francesca Zappia

Made You Up by Francesca Zappia

I received this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my review. A girl who can’t distinguish between reality and delusion? SIGN ME UP. I have read books with characters with mental health complexities but I have yet to read a book with a character who has schizophrenia… until this wonderful beauty. […]

Posted May 14, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
Making Pretty by Corey Ann Haydu

Making Pretty by Corey Ann Haydu

I received a copy of this book from the publisher, this does not influence my review.  This book totally brought me out of a book slump. Making Pretty sucked me in and totally wouldn’t let me go. Montana is the daughter of Sean Varren, plastic surgeon and divorcee known for falling in love too quickly. […]

Posted May 7, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
[Mini-Review] The Lover’s Dictionary by David Levithan

[Mini-Review] The Lover’s Dictionary by David Levithan

I have no idea how to even describe The Lover’s Dictionary. Essentially, it’s a dictionary. But instead of the meaning of each word, it’s a short paragraph describing a scenario,thought or action involving that word. Specially, involving the main character and his lover. Hence, The Lover’s Dictionary is a perfect title. I’m not going to lie: I […]

Posted May 5, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
The Secrets We Keep by Trisha Leaver

The Secrets We Keep by Trisha Leaver

I received a copy of this book from the publisher, this does not influence my review. I have to start this review stating my own bias: I have a twin, and this heavily influences the way I read The Secrets We Keep. But let me back up first, what is The Secrets We Keep actually about? Maddy […]

Posted April 28, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
Things We Know by Heart by Jessi Kirby

Things We Know by Heart by Jessi Kirby

I received an electronic copy of this book. This does not effect the contents of my review! I am a huge contemporary fan, and when I heard about this unique-sounding novel, I had to request it! Quinn’s boyfriend passed away over a year ago, and now she is searching for the person who received his […]

Posted April 16, 2015 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments