#Review of Alive (The Generations Trilogy #1) by Scott Sigler

Published By: Del Rey Release Date: July 14, 2015 Genres:  Science Fiction Pages: 368 Source:  Purchased Add it to Goodreads From New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler comes something utterly new: a gripping sci-fi adventure trilogy in the vein of The Hunger Games, Divergent, and The Maze Runner. A group of young adults awake in a mysterious enclosed space with no knowledge of who they are or how they got there…and an indomitable young woman must lead them not only to answers but to survival.

A young woman awakes trapped in an enclosed space. She has no idea who she is or how she got there. With only her instincts to guide her, she escapes her own confinement—and finds she’s not alone. She frees the others in the room and leads them into a corridor filled with the remains of a war long past. The farther these survivors travel, the worse are the horrors they confront. And as they slowly come to understand what this prison is, they realize that the worst and strangest possibilities they could have imagined don’t even come close to the truth.

#TakeControlTBR #Giveaway

So after much thought I decided to make this a monthly challenge vs. a weekly one.  So each month Ill run this for 1 week then ill read the top 3 books chosen!  

#Review #Giveaway Infinity Lost (The Infinity Trilogy #1) by S. Harrison

Published By: Skyscape Release Date: November 1st 2015  Genres: Science Fiction Pages: 246 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads

In the near future, one corporation, Blackstone Technologies, has changed the world: no disasters, no poverty, and life-altering technology. Blackstone has the impunity to destroy—or create—as it sees fit.

Infinity “Finn” Blackstone is the seventeen-year-old daughter of Blackstone’s reclusive CEO—but she’s never even met him. When disturbing dreams about a past she doesn’t remember begin to torment her, Finn knows there’s only one person who can provide answers: her father.

After Finn and an elite group of peers are invited to Blackstone’s top-secret HQ, Finn realizes she may have a chance to confront her father. But when a highly sophisticated company AI morphs into a killing machine, the trip descends into chaos. Trapped inside shape-shifting walls, Finn and her friends are at the mercy of an all-seeing intelligence that will destroy everything to get to her.

With no hope of help, Finn’s dream-memories may be the only chance of survival. But will she remember in time to save her own life and the lives of those around her?

#Review of Enraptured (Secrets of the Loch #3) by Candace Camp & #Giveaway via @Pocket_Books

Published By: Pocket Books Release Date: January 19th 2016 Genres: Adult, Historical Romance Pages: 384 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads In the enticing new novel from New York Times and USA TODAYbestselling author Candace Camp’s “poignant, sensual, emotion-packed” (RT Book Reviews) Regency romance series, Secrets of the Loch, an unlikely duo discovers love may be the greatest prize of all when they join an exciting treasure hunt through the Scottish Highlands.

When Coll Munro finds himself supervising an archaeological dig on the sprawling Highlands estate of Duncally, the handsome Scot’s only worry is his former crofter friends, who seem to delight in making his job as hard as possible. Little does he know his biggest problem comes in a much smaller package. Gorgeous Violet Thornhill is an exasperating, meddling bluestocking who came to the site to examine the ruins and instead finds herself studying Coll. The unyielding Highlander and the headstrong English beauty clash at every turn. But when a midnight intruder threatens Violet and the excavation itself, these polar opposites must work together to solve a decades-old mystery. As Coll and Violet race to decipher long-buried clues, will they discover riches hidden years ago...or an unbridled passion more precious than gold?

@CleanTeenPub is proud to present Lightning Sealed, the second installment of @AuthorLilaFelix The Lucent Series.

"No matter what his words conveyed, Theo would leave me soon. It was just a matter of time."
The Fray is calling Theo. Every day, the voices get louder. Every minute, he gets pulled closer. Every second, their love is tested. Their life is a constant question of who they can trust and who they can't.
Sanctum, Theo's brother and enemy, stalks them like a predator, waiting for his chance to pounce.
Theo will leave Colby soon to do what he, as the Eidolon, was born to do. He can't deny the yearning in his heart to go, but he can't find it in his heart to leave.
Colby will be left with a decision. She can wither like the mates of Eidolon before her or she can go after the Synod, the women who murdered her grandmother, while Theo is gone.
With Theo missing and Colby desperate, Sanctum is only too eager to fill in…

@quirkbooks #Review #Giveaway Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (Pride and Prejudice and Zombies #1) by Jane Austen, @sethgs

Published By: Quirk Books Release Date: December 15th 2015  Genres: Historical Fiction, Retelling Pages: 355 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads The New York Times Best Seller is now a major motion picture starring Lily James and Sam Riley, with Matt Smith, Charles Dance, and Lena Headey. 
 
“It is a truth universally acknowledged that a zombie in possession of brains must be in want of more brains.” So begins Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, a bold reimagining of Jane Austen’s classic novel. As our story opens, a mysterious plague has fallen upon the quiet English village of Meryton—and the dead are returning to life. Feisty heroine Elizabeth Bennet is determined to wipe out the zombie menace, but she’s soon distracted by the haughty and arrogant Mr. Darcy. What ensues is a delightful comedy of manners with plenty of civilized sparring between the two young lovers—and even more violent sparring on the bloodsoaked battlefield. Complete with romance, heartbreak, swordfights, cannibalism, and thousands of rotting corpses, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is an audacious retelling of English literature’s most enduring novel. 

This movie tie-in edition features 16 pages of color stills from the film, a reading group discussion guide, and other bonus materials.

#Review of The Steep and Thorny Way by @catwinters & #Giveaway via @ABRAMSbooks

Published By: Amulet Books Release Date: March 8th 2016 Genres: Young Adult, Historical Fiction Pages: 352 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads A thrilling reimagining of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, The Steep and Thorny Way tells the story of a murder most foul and the mighty power of love and acceptance in a state gone terribly rotten.

1920s Oregon is not a welcoming place for Hanalee Denney, the daughter of a white woman and an African-American man. She has almost no rights by law, and the Ku Klux Klan breeds fear and hatred in even Hanalee’s oldest friendships. Plus, her father, Hank Denney, died a year ago, hit by a drunk-driving teenager. Now her father’s killer is out of jail and back in town, and he claims that Hanalee’s father wasn’t killed by the accident at all but, instead, was poisoned by the doctor who looked after him—who happens to be Hanalee’s new stepfather.

The only way for Hanalee to get the answers she needs is to ask Hank himself, a “haint” wandering the roads at night.

#Review of Temptress Unbound by Lisa Cach & #Giveaway via @Pocket_Books

Published By: Pocket Star Release Date: January 25th 2016 Genres: Adult Pages: 116 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads The sensuous sixth story in national bestselling author Lisa Cach’s passionate Fifty Shades of Grey meets Game of Thrones series about a young Roman Empire slave who, after being tutored in the sexual arts by her king, runs away to save her life.

Once trained in the carnal arts to be the king’s concubine, Nimia has a prophetic gift that is triggered by her sexual encounters. Finally free, she forsakes the powerful men who have used her gifts for their own gain. As her sexual adventures continue, she searches for true love—and for her people, the Phanne, from whom she was originally stolen.

#Review of Pleasured (Secrets of the Loch, #2) by Candace Camp & #Giveaway via @Pocket_Books

Published By: Pocket Books Release Date: March 24th 2015 Genres: Adult, Historical Romance Pages: 400 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads From New York Times bestselling author Candace Camp comes the second delicious novel in her trilogy of Scottish historical romances, Secrets of the Loch.

Damon, the earl of Mardoun, is smitten the moment he meets Meg, the village healer—but she rejects every advance from the earl, and will have none of him, even if he is the most handsome man she’s ever laid eyes on. But when unforeseen circumstances bring them together, her conviction begins to fade…

Damon’s daughter falls gravely ill, and distraught, he turns to Meg for help. During the course of nursing his beloved daughter back to health, Meg and Damon fall madly in love, but they both know an earl must wed a noble bride. And Meg will be no man’s mistress.

Will the two lovers overcome the seemingly insurmountable odds and be together at last? Find out in this sweeping, romantic novel in which love is the greatest treasure of all.

#Blast #Giveaway via @JaidisShaw for The Sense of Touch by @ironparsons

Title:  The Sense of Touch

Author:  Ron Parsons

Published:  May 1st, 2013

Publisher:   Aqueous Books

Genre:  Literary Fiction – A collection of short stories

Recommended Age:  15+

Synopsis:  Sprung from the variously lush, rugged, and frozen emotional landscapes of the north country, this luminous collection of stories captures the progress of a diverse ensemble of souls as they struggle to uncover themselves and negotiate a meaningful communion, of any kind, with the world around them.

A brilliant but troubled Bangladeshi physics student searches for balance, acceptance, and his own extraordinary destiny after his father disappears.

When a Halloween blizzard immobilizes Minneapolis, a young woman is forced to confront the snow-bound nature of her own relationships and emotions.

During an excursion to an idyllic swimming hole hidden in the Black Hills, two old friends unexpectedly compete for the affections of an irresistible, though married, Lakota woman.

Like a mythical expedition to reach the horizon or the quest to distill truth from the beauty around us, the revelation confirmed by these imaginative stories – elegant, sometimes jarring, always wonderfully absurd – is that the very act of reaching is itself a form of touch.

#Review of Treasured (Secrets Of The Loch, #1) by Candace Camp & #Giveaway via @Pocket_Books

Published By: Pocket Books Release Date: June 17th 2014 Genres: Adult, Historical Romance Pages: 384 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads Love is in the cards for a young Scottish heiress in the first book of a delicious new trilogy of historical romances, Secrets of the Loch, fromNew York Times bestselling author Candace Camp.

A family legend of hidden treasure mingles with the mist over the shores of Loch Baille . . . But it’s not the cache of gold dating back to Culloden that Jack Kensington claims when he arrives in the Highlands; it’s the house he won in a London card game from a luckless Scotsman.

Stunned to learn that her wastrel brother wagered their family estate, Isobel Rose must find a way to save her home and the people she loves . . . even if it means accepting a loveless marriage. Or perhaps not so loveless? Isobel unlocks the secrets of desire in the arms of the mysterious and handsome Englishman, but a series of “accidents” makes her fear that she will soon be a widow instead of a wife.

As their hunt for lost riches turns into the search for a killer, Isobel fights her attraction to the man who stole her birthright . . . but can Jack convince Isobel that he can provide a home for her heart, and a love to treasure? 

#Review of The Heir and the Spare by @_EmilyAlbright_ & #Giveaway via @Merit_Press

Published By: Merit Press Release Date: January 18th 2016 Genres:  Young Adult, Contemporary Pages: 288 Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads Family can be complicated. Especially when skeletons from the past pop up unexpectedly. For American Evie Gray, finding out her deceased mother had a secret identity, and not one of the caped crusader variety, was quite the surprise. Evie’s mom had a secret life before she was even born, one that involved tiaras.

In this modern day fairytale, Evie is on a path to figure out who her mom really was, while discovering for herself what the future will hold. Charged with her late mother’s letters, Evie embarks on a quest into her past. The first item on the list is to attend Oxford, her mom’s alma mater. There, Evie stumbles upon a real life prince charming, Edmund Stuart the second Prince of England, who is all too happy to be the counterpart to her damsel in distress.

Evie can’t resist her growing attraction to Edmund as they spend more time together trying to unravel the clues her mother left behind. But, when doubts arise as to whether or not Edmund could ever be with an untitled American, what really ends up unraveling is Evie’s heart. When Evie uncovers all the facts about her mom’s former life, she realizes her mom’s past can open doors she never dreamed possible, doors that can help her be with Edmund. But, with everything now unveiled, Evie starts to crack under the pressure of new family responsibilities and the realization that her perfect prince may want her for all the wrong reasons.

Jan #MonthlyRoundUp! and Stuff about Feb.

So what in the world has been going on in Jan?  Well for us Jessica's family was sick for most of the month going into Feb looks like the 5 year old is full of germs. Bookwise we have been reading our butts off all month and it doesn't look like Feb will be any different!

Meet @marissa_meyer Feb. 9th @BooksandBooks Coral Gabel Location 8pm EST

STARS ABOVE 

The universe of the Lunar Chronicles holds stories - and secrets - that are wondrous, vicious, and romantic. How did Cinder first arrive in New Beijing? How did the brooding soldier Wolf transform from young man to killer? When did Princess Winter and the palace guard Jacin realize their destinies?

With nine stories - five of which have never before been published - and an exclusive never-before-seen excerpt from Marissa Meyer's upcoming novel,  

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  Heartless, about the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland,  

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 Stars Above is essential for fans of the bestselling and beloved Lunar Chronicles.

BOOKEXPO AMERICA (BEA) ANNOUNCES ADULT BOOK & AUTHOR BREAKFAST SPEAKERS FEATURING NATION’S TOP LITERARY VOICES

Comedian and Journalist Faith Salie to Serve as Master of Ceremonies With Best Sellers Sebastian Junger, Colson Whitehead and Louise Penny Joining for Discussion of Their Forthcoming Books

Norwalk, CT, February 2, 2016:  Comedian and journalist Faith Salie, of NPR's Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me! and CBS News Sunday Morning, is bringing her wit and charm to BookExpo America (BEA) for the must-see event of the convention -- the Adult Book & Author Breakfast. As Master of Ceremonies, Salie will use her distinct voice to lead a conversation about the current projects for herself and esteemed guests, while opening a wider discussion about the writing process and the importance of books in today’s culture. She will be joined by noted authors Sebastian Junger (Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging), Colson Whitehead (The Underground Railroad: A Novel), and Louise Penny (A Great Reckoning), all of whom will also speak about their upcoming releases and the inspiration behind their writing.  BEA’s author breakfasts continue to be a highlight of the show each year, drawing over a thousand attendees each to hear about the new books from some of the most prominent authors and celebrities in the industry.

Taking place Thursday, May 12, the BEA Adult Book & Author Breakfast is one of the many events at BEA that will highlight the hundreds of authors who participate in the show. The breakfast will be followed by the highly anticipated Children’s Book & Author Breakfast on Friday morning.

"Our Adult Book & Author Breakfast is one of the most sought-after events at BEA each year. We are thrilled with this lineup of outstanding authors and know that their insightful discussion will offer attendees a memorable morning,” said Steven Rosato, Event Director for BEA. 

#Launch #Blitz #Giveaway of Starflight (Starflight #1) by @Melissa_Landers @HyperionTeens

Hey there, booklovers! 

I’m author Melissa Landers, and I’m thrilled to announce the release of STARFLIGHT, the first in a brand new sci-fi series from Disney-Hyperion. I originally pitched this story to my editor as “Overboard” (one of my favorite romantic comedies) meets “Firefly” (an amazing show that was tragically cancelled after one season). STARFLIGHT follows the misadventures of Solara Brooks, a penniless felon who indentures herself to her high school nemesis, Doran Spaulding, in exchange for passage to a new world. But when Doran’s memory is temporarily erased, Solara convinces him their roles are reversed—that she’s the master and he’s the servant—and leads him onto a renegade spaceship, where intergalactic shenanigans ensue. STARFLIGHT is very different in tone from the Alienated trilogy, but the story is still filled with all the things I love: humor, heart, and adventure.

@GriffinTeen #Review #Interview #Giveaway of Almost Midnight (Shadow Falls: After Dark #3,5) by @CCHunterBooks

Published By: St. Martin's Griffin Release Date: TODAY Genres: Paranormal Pages: 407 Source: Publisher  Add it to Goodreads Novella Collection

Nestled deep in the woods, Shadow Falls is a secret camp where teens with supernatural powers learn to harness their abilities and live in the normal world.

Independent and strong-willed Della Tsang did not believe in vampires...until she became one. Chase Tallman is the newest member of Shadow Falls, but what made him into the sexy, mysterious vampire he is today? And what led him to Della Tsang? And for Miranda Kane, magic has always been something she's struggled with, but when an opportunity to test her powers takes her to Paris, she'll have to prove that she's a witch to be reckoned with and belongs at Shadow Falls.

Fans won't want to miss these four remarkable stories of love, magic and friendship

#SALE! The Stolen Empire Digital Box Set by @AuthorSherry is .99!

Hello Royals! I'm excited to announce that the digital box set of the Stolen Empire Series will be on a very special limited time sale on 2/2. Normally the box set, which contains all three Stolen Empire novels, runs 9.99. But on 2/2, we are dropping the price for one day only. You will be able to get Queen of Someday, Queen of Tomorrow, and Queen of Always for the bargain price of just $0.99!

#Top10Tuesday Historical Settings with @river_lily @JenniferWeiser @WitchReader #hosted by @brokeandbookish

Top Ten Historical Settings You Love/ Ten Historical Settings You'd Love To See or Top Futuristic Books You Love/Ten Futuristic Societies I'd Love To Read in Books --- basically this week is all about the past or the future....spin it however you choose!

#Review of Under Their Skin (Under Their Skin #1) by Margaret Peterson Haddix & #Giveaway via @SimonKIDS

Published By: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Release Date: January 5th 2016 Genres: Middle Grade, Science Fiction Pages: 320  Source: Publisher Add it to Goodreads From New York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix comes the first book in a brand-new thrilling series about twins who are on a quest to discover the secrets being kept by their new family.

Nick and Eryn's mom is getting remarried, and the twelve-year-old twins are skeptical when she tells them their lives won't change much. Well, yes, they will have to move. And they will have a new stepfather, stepbrother, and stepsister. But Mom tells them not to worry. They won't ever have to meet their stepsiblings.

This news puzzles Nick and Eryn, so the twins set out on a mission to find out who these kids are - and why they're being kept hidden.