tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76202805519232816002024-02-06T20:43:41.312-07:00Book WhispersThis is a haven for readers who want to dive into fantasy and forget reality. Urban Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, Paranormal YA, ect. Get reviews and news! With luck you'll find way too many titles you're missing out on. Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.comBlogger1095125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-61100081224709333342021-12-13T22:50:00.001-07:002021-12-13T22:51:24.505-07:00Review: Ice Planet Barbarians <p> Ice Planet Barbarians (Ice Planet Barbarians, book 1) by Ruby Dixon</p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhw0GXWMtS96nOxooFwIFmN7k5GiBLUnmnxiVwHzItexcX8n7YNV0_Oni3mWUHhSSt1q4FCAROiL-FWQNSm-uiE-pBc-6gqovWMcegmA3MMe_1ELQJoOSNdPwXq_oXKYOjJAUlzUOctp9T9HzyewIVxEgyYePOBv300HPaweDnYFaYfVLTc2d_W5fdZ6w=s470" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Ice Planet Barbarians (Ice Planet Barbarians #1) by Ruby Dixon" border="0" data-original-height="470" data-original-width="318" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhw0GXWMtS96nOxooFwIFmN7k5GiBLUnmnxiVwHzItexcX8n7YNV0_Oni3mWUHhSSt1q4FCAROiL-FWQNSm-uiE-pBc-6gqovWMcegmA3MMe_1ELQJoOSNdPwXq_oXKYOjJAUlzUOctp9T9HzyewIVxEgyYePOBv300HPaweDnYFaYfVLTc2d_W5fdZ6w=s16000" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /> <p></p><p><b>Genre:</b> Science Fiction Erotica <br /><b>Edition Reviewed:</b> Ebook <br /><b>Amazon:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ice Planet Barbarians Ruby Dixon paperback&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=8d12ab6ba53baf228291ffe3341ac050" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ice Planet Barbarians Ruby Dixon kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=fd01571b446e7e43035ae0818a96a5d9" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><b>Goodreads:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25128811-ice-planet-barbarians" target="_blank">Ice Planet Barbarians</a> (1)</p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;"></span></p><blockquote><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">You'd
think being abducted by aliens would be the worst thing that could
happen to me. And you'd be wrong. Because now, the aliens are having
ship trouble, and they've left their cargo of human women - including me
- on an ice planet.<br /><br />And the only native inhabitant I've met? He's big, horned, blue, and really, really has a thing for me...</span></blockquote><p></p><hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><p><font size="6">Review:</font></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgKyYbqgRZ6FZ51dgpImIQprQCXi6QuTBF3aQN60suLQnPKtik2isWLlF2Jq8B_EsPiQd35NpMeiTKq7uwr4ME_U7YsjEOVdUxbnqUZw2hoshU2EvMLq_qpM4-XlUShg2WGr678GOzeyEV_UUkidGRo-w5Vw3NYVdQC3qdxXmMLmigzvpG7-Sa4ld41DQ=s800" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="“Up until yesterday, I, Georgie Carruthers, never believed in aliens.”" border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="800" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgKyYbqgRZ6FZ51dgpImIQprQCXi6QuTBF3aQN60suLQnPKtik2isWLlF2Jq8B_EsPiQd35NpMeiTKq7uwr4ME_U7YsjEOVdUxbnqUZw2hoshU2EvMLq_qpM4-XlUShg2WGr678GOzeyEV_UUkidGRo-w5Vw3NYVdQC3qdxXmMLmigzvpG7-Sa4ld41DQ=w640-h280" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;"><span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">The amount of times I have read this book. . . is pretty crazy. I reread it fairly consistently about once a year or so. It's actually kind of become a Christmas tradition for me. Maybe it's the snow. Or it's about the time I read Ice Planet Barbarians for the first time. So, I think that means I really, <i>really</i>, like Ice Planet Barbarians. Which means that<a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/2016/12/review-ice-planet-barbarians.html" target="_blank"> my old rating and review of 2 stars</a> back in 2016 needs to be corrected. Cause (and I hate to admit this) due to peer pressure from other more "serious" and "better" reviewers I felt the need to give this book a low rating. I don't think I caved in saying the book was bad, in fact, I only had nice things to say about the book. My only regret was I didn't do a full fangirl review that the book deserves. Because today I proudly tell everyone one: I'm a fan of blue alien porn! </span><p></p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjJQru1QECG0savOrNg4nlyFZgWjUEHhirK29dv507fIjwQRhc7Gw7Q_auD8a0_VGkcVnIN-8Jql545yHk6zYtKH03HKBm9OV-Ij0srE3G7GLB5BhSfv9jurw0At3VM5JD7syugodFCnVIwf2pdKw8AeAUs4oFg3-ewknguSO56BATN3bWkGd6mP7widg=s800" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="“It wasn’t a monster come to eat me. It was this monster. Who’s come to eat me out.”" border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="800" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjJQru1QECG0savOrNg4nlyFZgWjUEHhirK29dv507fIjwQRhc7Gw7Q_auD8a0_VGkcVnIN-8Jql545yHk6zYtKH03HKBm9OV-Ij0srE3G7GLB5BhSfv9jurw0At3VM5JD7syugodFCnVIwf2pdKw8AeAUs4oFg3-ewknguSO56BATN3bWkGd6mP7widg=w640-h280" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">The humor of Ice Planet Barbarians is still one of my favorite things about this book! No matter how many times I read Ice Planet Barbarians I laugh my butt off! Sure the humor can be right on the nose, but it's the perfect nose boop. Not to mention how down right clever it can be. The above quote is one of my favorite lines. It doesn't hurt that Georgie happens to be one of my favorite characters in the series. Not to mention the perfect character to introduce readers to the planet Not Hoth. (Yes, expect many nerd references and jokes! Fangirl. Fangirling.) </span></p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhNcTFsnUpNGmxvxJUByFWRZvJ3sX9mAhKa_ysTcI0-Q49klPYhM6tz-PtIatXg_WE_BBvSbX0mUN5jzHGr4OJ--bMrZCmR1YU3Lmk3GcJ9BKIlKmaS7VyXM0Qp5N-MbI2Bu9-FfOTP7cQwlfIkut6pstCqf4_Q8kEdurdlpOAcNgp532xLaXHorPFtEw=s800" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="“To think I haven't dressed properly for alien abduction.”" border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="800" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhNcTFsnUpNGmxvxJUByFWRZvJ3sX9mAhKa_ysTcI0-Q49klPYhM6tz-PtIatXg_WE_BBvSbX0mUN5jzHGr4OJ--bMrZCmR1YU3Lmk3GcJ9BKIlKmaS7VyXM0Qp5N-MbI2Bu9-FfOTP7cQwlfIkut6pstCqf4_Q8kEdurdlpOAcNgp532xLaXHorPFtEw=w640-h280" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">There is a particular scene. (At this point if you're reading the reviews it's not really a spoiler.) A rape scene. I remember reading the line above chuckling thinking to myself that I as in for a cheesy read. Then all of a sudden the rape scene hits. Wham! It was intense and it let me know that shit just got real. Queue high stakes! It brought urgency and raw emotions to the book on such a level that consumed me. (Will. Not. Make. The. Joke. *But really wants to*) <br /></span></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">That said, this is a sweet and warm romance. The planet might be inhospitable and not made for human life, but the aliens are certainly made for female pleasure! *winks* Funky anatomy that's alien, but perfect for extra fun times. Sure they have horns, four fingers</span><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">—three during a sex scene that pulled me out of the moment as I had to confirm they have four fingers not three—, textured parts, fangs, blue and gray hues, a spur . . . well I'll stop before I spoil some of the surprises! </span></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">Vektal is kind of perfect. He's clearly a barbarian, but a gentleman. Not to mention a very generous lover. The sex scenes in Ice Planet Barbarians are some of my all time favorites and it's all due to hunky Vektal. </span></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">Okay. I've addressed the hot alien sex and humor. Warm magical sparkly blue alien love. It also needs to be said that the story and plot is key. There's a reason and a logic to how things are happening. How the girls make their choices. It's clear Ruby Dixon is a fan of science fiction. That it's not just about the alien sex. She enjoys a well developed world and it shows here. Story, plot, and world building are just as important. Ruby Dixon clearly had fun writing this, which makes it so pleasurable to read. Too long has science fiction belonged to the men. Not to mention that some of the science fiction romance that I've found got pinned under paranormal romance because how dare Science Fiction romance and erotica exist! Who would read it!?</span></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">Part of the fun is also all about the tropes. So many tropes! Dixon clearly had fun with them. They don't feel like the same old tropes. It's a relief that the male lead and all the other hunky aliens aren't some controlling over bearing jerks. They're sweet. While still being sexy barbarians. There's a stellar cast here and it's clear that Dixon loves side characters and their stories. The best thing about these kind of stories is always getting to know the side characters and anticipating their book! Seeing our favorites in the eyes of the other characters. Dixon understands this and is already building things up. </span></p><p><span id="freeText17361894880350923955" style="display: inline;">It's crazy how much this book and the series, and basically any thing by Ruby Dixon, mean to me! I'm an obsessed fan! My ebook copy of Ice Planet Barbarians needs some minor tidying up, but it's a fantastic introduction! It's proof as to why readers need Self Publish work. There's no way traditional publishing wouldn't have fucked this up. This is a perfect blend of some many genres. A perfect blend of romantic warmth, steamy sex, brilliant humor, and so much more. I can hear the masses whispering in the corner: "Have your read that blue alien smut?" <br /></span></p>
<p><font size="6">Content Warning:</font> So there is a rape. It might triggers some. There's also a forced abortion that isn't very graphic just briefly mentioned. Plenty of sexual humor and well alien sex. <br /></p> <p><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><br /> 4/5 - A true obsession!</p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table align="center" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"><b>Previous book(s) in series:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Amazon: <br /></b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b><b>Reviewed on Book Whispers</b>:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Goodreads:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=ice planet barbarians ruby dixon&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5bde0679c3797df9709a3467c5799d38" target="_blank">Series Link </a> <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"> Ice Planet Barbarians (1)<br />Ice Planet Honeymoon: Vektal and Georgie (1.5)<br /><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/2016/12/review-barbarian-alien.html" target="_blank">Barbarian Alien </a>(2)<br />Ice Planet Honeymoon: Raahosh & Liz (2.5)<br /><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/2016/12/review-barbarian-lover.html" target="_blank">Barbarian Lover</a> (3)<br />Ice Planet Honeymoon: Aehako & Kira (3.5)<br />Barbarian Mine (4)<br />Ice Planet Honeymoon: Rukh & Harlow (4.5)<br />Ice Planet Holiday (5)<br />Barbarian's Prize (6)<br />Barbarian's Mate (7)<br />Having the Barbarian's Baby (7.1)<br />Ice Ice Babies (7.2)<br />Barbarian's Touch (8)<br />Calm (8.5)<br />Barbarian's Taming (9)<br />Aftershocks (9.5)<br />Barbarian's Heart (10)<br />Barbarian's Hope (11)<br />Barbarian's Choice (12)<br />Barbarian's Redemption (13)<br />Barbarian's Lady (14)<br />Barbarian's Rescue (15)<br />Barbarian's Tease (16)<br />The Barbarian Before Christmas (16.5)<br />Barbarian's Beloved (17)<br />A Gift for Drenol (17.1)<br />Barbarian's Valentine (17.5)<br />Barbarian's Seduction (18)<br />Barbarian's Treasure (19)<br />Barbarian's Bride (20) <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/sehttps://www.goodreads.com/series/151379-ice-planet-barbariansries/151379-ice-planet-barbarians" target="_blank">Series Link</a><br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table>Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-89426877764969275582021-12-05T21:51:00.000-07:002021-12-05T21:51:01.629-07:00Book Whispers is Coming Back! <p>It hit me a while ago that Book Whispers is 11 years old!! Sadly my last post was in 2017. So technically 7 active years, and 4 none active years. But still . . . 11 years! <br /></p><p>A lot had happened and I needed a break from my beloved Book Whispers. Mainly due to events making it hard for me to read. Yes. The unthinkable. </p><p>However, no matter how hard it's been for me to read I've pressed on and I've been reading more than ever this year. Not quite up to my old reading habits, but I'm taking my awesome win. <br /></p><p>Now that reading is feeling enjoyable again I've been wanting to post reviews again. As a rule if I post a review on Goodreads I need to have it here first! It's what I've done from the beginning. I've been caving and actually posting ratings, but the urge to share my love, meh, or dislike is strong. I have opinions! </p><p>I've been putting it off since I'm rusty with writing reviews now. They don't flow like they use to. Not to mention the debate of whether to add photos to my reviews like everyone else, or stick to my hardcore stance of no images except the book. Decisions, Decisions. </p><p> Or my huge blog revamp I was always talking about. Which I've decided not to do. I like how my blog looks! I will probably update my logo. Especially since the blog is wider now, but that might be a while. So mainly minor tweeks around the place. <br /></p><p>Also, the debate of whether to share my love of other things here. Expanding while still staying a book blog. So there might be some new things on here. </p><p>So thanks to those who stuck around! Though I feel like the posts will mainly be for me for a while. A long, long while. <br /></p>Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-70977136531713808252017-08-22T02:00:00.002-06:002021-12-05T21:29:37.793-07:00Release Day Excerpt: Allerleirauh<p><b>Allerleirauh by Chantal Gadoury</b> </p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GLTNb3UI5EA/WZpDkzcyS8I/AAAAAAAAOEk/Q4YUENk7oBgkQEvo9-aI6uzKq3a98rF9wCHMYCw/s1600-h/Allerleirauh%2BFull%2BCover%255B3%255D"><img align="left" alt="Allerleirauh Full Cover" border="0" height="442" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NXonwvytwRY/WZpDmCBbvPI/AAAAAAAAOEo/7aMiLU9AHd4V1YIkacLCSNZYe0a12-RzgCHMYCw/Allerleirauh%2BFull%2BCover_thumb%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" title="Allerleirauh Full Cover" width="296" /></a></p> <p><b> Grab it:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Allerleirauh by Chantal Gadoury&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=22892167b8ae8f38249653487e33c197" target="_blank">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34373958-allerleirauh" target="_blank">Goodreads</a></p> <p><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult Fantasy / <br />Fairytale Adaption / Historical <br />Romance </p> <p><i><font size="1">Published by Parliament <br /> House Press © 2017</font></i> <br /></p> <blockquote> <p>Once Upon a Time… </p> <p>In the kingdom of Tranen, a king makes a promise to his dying wife that he'll only remarry a woman who possesses her golden hair. In time, the king's eyes are turned by his daughter. Realizing her father’s intentions, Princess Aurelia tries to trick him by requesting impossible gifts: dresses created by the sun, moon and stars, and a coat made of a thousand furs. But when he is successful, Aurelia sacrifices her privileged life and flees her kingdom, disguised by the cloak and a new name, Allerleirauh. </p> <p>She enters the safe haven of Saarland der Licht, where the handsome and gentle Prince Klaus takes her under his care. Hoping not to be discovered by her father’s courtiers, Allerleirauh tries to remain hidden under her new identity when she finds unexpected love with Prince Klaus, even though his arranged marriage to the princess of a neighboring kingdom approaches. Risking everything, Allerleirauh must face her troubled past and her fears of the future along her journey to self-acceptance in this triumphant retelling of the classic Grimm Fairy Tale.</p></blockquote><span><a name='more'></a> </span><p> </p> <iframe allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/y4UjJoIdipA" width="480"></iframe> <p> <br /> </p> <font size="6"></font> <p><font size="6">Orders will be available on:</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/allerleirauh/id1261906805?mt=11&amp;uo=4" target="_blank">Apple iBooks</a> | <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/allerleirauh-chantal-n-gadoury/1123173442?ean=9781537868608" target="_blank">Barnes & Noble</a> | <a href="https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Chantal_Gadoury_Allerleirauh?id=GYctDwAAQBAJ" target="_blank">Google Play</a> | <a href="https://store.kobobooks.com/ebook/allerleirauh-9" target="_blank">Kobo</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Allerleirauh-Chantal-Gadoury-ebook/dp/B071JBQRC2/" target="_blank">Amazon</a> </p> <p><font size="6">About the Author:</font> <br /> Chantal Gadoury is a 2011 graduate from Susquehanna University with a degree in Creative Writing. Since graduation, she has published three novels, “Seven Seeds of Summer,” Allerleirauh” and “The Songs in Our Hearts.” Writing has always come naturally to her, beginning at the early age of seven. Her love of writing evolved from a passion to read and document everything about her life in journals. (A Real-Life Harriett the Spy, without the Spying!) While Chantal is pursuing writing avenues, she enjoys acrylic painting, watching Disney and romantic historical movies and spending time with her family. </p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/cgadoury16">https://twitter.com/cgadoury16</a> <br /> Blog: <a href="http://www.chantalgadoury.com/">http://www.chantalgadoury.com/</a> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chantalgadouryfans">https://www.facebook.com/chantalgadouryfans</a> <br /> Goodreads: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8059023.Chantal_Gadoury">https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8059023.Chantal_Gadoury</a> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chantalgadouryauthor/">https://www.instagram.com/chantalgadouryauthor/</a> <br /> Amazon Author Central: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Chantal-">http://www.amazon.com/Chantal-</a> <br />Gadoury/e/B00MTLD0P0/ <br /> Parliament House Press: <a href="http://www.parliamenthousepress.com/">http://www.parliamenthousepress.com/</a> <br />Parliament House Press Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theparliamenthouse">https://www.facebook.com/theparliamenthouse</a></p> <p><font size="6">Excerpt:</font> <br />“I won’t ever let them near you again, Aurelia. I swear it,” he promised as his grief- filled eyes met mine. “You must know I love you. It never mattered to me whether you were a princess or not. It matters not to me if you think you are soiled, because to me . . . you are more . . . You are more than what has happened to you, and you always shall be,” he said softly as his hand slid to my cheek. Carefully, his thumb wiped a tear away. <br />“You are this wonderful, head-strong, and brave woman,” Klaus continued. “No one has any right to ever try to take such a thing away from you. It should only ever be admired <br /> and cherished.” <br />More tears began to spill over my cheeks as relief flooded me. Klaus would not turn me away; instead, he accepted me. I rested my forehead against his shoulder, as I felt his arms slowly wrap around me. <br />“Tell me what you wish for me to do, my sweet Aurelia, and I will do it.”</p> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border: 0px none;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-4053347514047907942017-08-21T02:00:00.001-06:002021-04-09T21:36:44.427-06:00Review: Divergent<p><b>Divergent (Divergent, book 1) by Veronica Roth</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=divergent Veronica Roth&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=aa3e122b8687541c47964ecd50f9ee90" target="_blank"><img align="left" alt="Divergent (Divergent #1) by Veronica Roth" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-N29x8cUzptc/WZpMcI-1OaI/AAAAAAAAOE4/utktfHfdvcUs9tq9sUfJ2uOUVY2YN7kUgCHMYCw/Divergent%2B%2B%2528Divergent%2B%25231%2529%2Bby%2BVeronica%2BRoth%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" title="Divergent (Divergent #1) by Veronica Roth" width="296" /></a>Genre:</b> Young Adult Dystopian <br /><b>Edition Reviewed:</b> Ebook <br /><b>Amazon:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=divergent Veronica Roth&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=aa3e122b8687541c47964ecd50f9ee90" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=divergent Veronica Roth kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a72ff1511dd43747bc60176e814f7e3f" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><b>Goodreads:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13335037-divergent?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Divergent</a> (1)</p> <blockquote> <p>Paperback features over fifty pages of bonus materials, including a sneak peek of Insurgent, an author Q&A, a discussion guide, a <i>Divergent</i> playlist, faction manifestos, and more!</p> <p>In Beatrice Prior's dystopian Chicago world, society is divided into five factions, each dedicated to the cultivation of a particular virtue—Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). On an appointed day of every year, all sixteen-year-olds must select the faction to which they will devote the rest of their lives. For Beatrice, the decision is between staying with her family and being who she really is—she can't have both. So she makes a choice that surprises everyone, including herself.</p> <p>During the highly competitive initiation that follows, Beatrice renames herself Tris and struggles alongside her fellow initiates to live out the choice they have made. Together they must undergo extreme physical tests of endurance and intense psychological simulations, some with devastating consequences. As <span></span></p><a name='more'></a>initiation transforms them all, Tris must determine who her friends really are—and where, exactly, a romance with a sometimes fascinating, sometimes exasperating boy fits into the life she's chosen. But Tris also has a secret, one she's kept hidden from everyone because she's been warned it can mean death. And as she discovers unrest and growing conflict that threaten to unravel her seemingly perfect society, she also learns that her secret might help her save those she loves . . . or it might destroy her.<p></p> <p>Veronica Roth is the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Divergent</i>, the first in a trilogy of dystopian thrillers filled with electrifying decisions, heartbreaking betrayals, stunning consequences, and unexpected romance. </p> </blockquote> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><font size="6">Review:</font> <blockquote> <p>Four sets his hand on my back and says, “Welcome to Dauntless.”</p> </blockquote> <p>This was such a surprise for me. Honestly I've already watched the movie, but I felt compelled to check out the book. Apparently other readers found themselves in the same boat. There is definitely something undeniably addicting about Divergent. It's not just the train jumping and fear defying stunts. Though that doesn't hurt. </p> <p>I think the real fun of the book is that it's like a mash up of other good books. Mild tones of The Hunger Games. Not to mention Houses! What if you could pick your Hogwarts house? Hmmm? Ha-ha. In all honesty it is a creation that borrows from many other books. To some how create something fun even while it manages to be predictable. </p> <p>There are some stand out things that I do wish to highlight. Such as Tris's mother. Yes, her mother keeps secrets from her daughter. However, it's to be expected for legit reasons of this book. I love how amazing her mother is. Not to mention the highlighting of how despite trying to brainwash people into factions, they are all tied somehow to each other. Aspects that one faction may cherish and rely on are simply called something else in another faction. </p> <p>Divergent manages to balance Tris's coming of age story with the building unease of political unrest and revolution. Not to mention the power hungry crazies' actions when normal brainwashing isn't enough and scarier things are on the horizon. I'm very curious as to what is going to happen to and within Dauntless in the next book. Because yes, I need to continue this series. </p> <p><font size="6">Content Warning:</font> There is talk of sex and ones boundaries. I enjoyed the different views on it by factions. Not to mention Tris's frank—and honest—feelings about sex. How refreshing. There is killing, death, murder, horrible sabotage of initiates, and violence. Violent acts against people do to prejudices and for power plays. Some kissing and modest making out. </p> <p><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /> <br /> 3/5 - A solid read despite minor flaws. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table align="center" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"><b>Previous book(s) in series:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Reviewed on BW:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Amazon:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Goodreads:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%">Divergent (1) <br />Insurgent (2) <br />Allegiant (3) <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Divergent Veronica Roth&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=64155da113c3491f45ed5ba38113e927" target="_blank">Divergent</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Insurgent Veronica Roth&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=106110864eaf26097f4ac70bda8fd4f7" target="_blank">Insurgent</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=allegiant Veronica Roth&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5a93e2087a69f69bc1751b7035ace948" target="_blank">Allegiant</a> (3) </td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13335037-divergent?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Divergent</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11735983-insurgent" target="_blank">Insurgent</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18710190-allegiant" target="_blank">Allegiant</a> (3)</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-23927815050766154182017-07-19T02:00:00.001-06:002021-04-09T21:38:11.057-06:00Wednesday Wishes + Cover Coveting<p><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigzZCQTleAd0ga22Cx84r80c3Q5K3vDiZeDIYF4UDwxIJYu2ZYLeBt2lrg5puVDJQDTXAOXYRVj_RNnVFLVI8LB_55-QXy7_6NXvQRiRkhcgTQzLrRUntAT6OqKWJQIGYmExN2jWy6O937/s800/wednesdaywishes1.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></p> <p>Okay I've been enjoying watching Still Star-Crossed. It's been so hard to know when it airs that I've just been catching it on Roku when an episode hits. So now I've found out that they've dumped it and at least—thankfully—they will have a full season 1. However, didn't it ever occur that maybe because they made it so hard to know when it was airing that people had a hard time watching? Sighs. Feels like any of the summer shows they try are dumped before episode 3. </p> <p>Moving on to books. I decided to use my WW header because I haven't used it in ages! However, the cover has been dropped. </p> <p>Oh, and the book? It's a merging of AWESOME SAUCE authors. Gaze upon it. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p> <p> </p><hr color="#c5bc51" /><font size="6"> Honor Among Thieves </font> <br />by Rachel Caine & Ann Aguirre <p></p> <p><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Honor Among Thieves Rachel Caine&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=78fa552eaf9a8e5b116a018982721265" target="_blank"><img align="left" alt="Honor Among Thieves (The Honors #1)" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3AmU65Sp9v4/WW1xpie4rSI/AAAAAAAAOD4/jTCwG5vCm4s7XwKG7lgU-HvMICUb2l8KACHMYCw/Honor%2BAmong%2BThieves%2B%2B%2528The%2BHonors%2B%25231%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" title="Honor Among Thieves (The Honors #1)" width="296" /></a>Get it:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Honor Among Thieves Rachel Caine&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=78fa552eaf9a8e5b116a018982721265" target="_blank">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30129657-honor-among-thieves" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult Science Fiction <br /><b>Series:</b> The Honors, book 1</p> <blockquote> <p>Zara Cole has been in and out of New Detroit’s rehab facilities for treatment of her antisocial disorder. There’s no adjusting Zara’s attitude, though. A painful past has made her stronger than most, which is why she chose life in the Zone instead moving with her family to Mars. In her eyes, living inside a dome isn’t much better than a prison cell.</p> <p>Still, when Zara commits a crime that has her running scared, jail might be exactly where she’s headed. Instead Zara is recruited into the Honors, an elite team of humans selected by the Leviathan–a race of sentient alien ships—to explore the outer reaches of the universe as their passengers.</p> <p>Zara seizes the chance to flee Earth’s dangers, but when she meets Nadim, the alien ship she’s assigned to along with fellow Honor Beatriz, Zara starts to feel at home for the first time, along with a devotion she’s never experienced before. Yet nothing—not her Honors training or her street smarts—could have prepared her for the dark, dangerous truths that lurk behind the glitter of starlight.</p> <p>Honor Among Thieves is the first book in a daring new sci-fi series by bestselling authors Rachel Caine and Ann Aguirre.</p> </blockquote> <p>I'm so excited that Caine will now be part of a Sci-Fi series. Ah!!! Though my most anticipated Sci-Fi of this year was a huge disappointment. I bet this won't be! </p> <p>I love the look of this alien spaceship. Looks so unique! </p> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border: 0px none;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-80976356685945232672017-07-18T02:00:00.001-06:002021-04-09T21:38:30.720-06:00Review: The Black Lily<p><b>The Black Lily (Vampire Blood, book 1) by Juliette Cross</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the black lily juliette cross&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=969dd623164fa103bedfcefbd047adfc" target="_blank"><img align="left" alt="The Black Lily (Vampire Blood #1)" border="0" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRUwJjvyuFqhPW1FG3TNkWQg_NToqsSU-M0PyqHOv2lyQrfrrg0i6RDziIuHbTlhwBnxyt6BYGo_apSQKVyA_TQF-S9XSB48_D5HD3miB9Hb3daoHmhw-3ExWfWSdI1C29rAkvgOZo596M/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" title="The Black Lily (Vampire Blood #1)" width="296" /></a>Genre:</b> Paranormal Romance <br /><b>Edition Reviewed:</b> Ebook <br /><b>Amazon:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the black lily juliette cross&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=969dd623164fa103bedfcefbd047adfc" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the black lily juliette cross kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=ca80157925754a090d4c2dd3f991c9d5" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><b>Goodreads:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32172479-the-black-lily?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">The Black Lily</a> (1)</p> <blockquote> <p>Cinderella like you’ve never seen before…</p> <p>With the threat of the vampire monarchy becoming stronger every day, the Black Lily must take drastic measures. As the leader of the underground resistance, Arabelle concocts the perfect idea to gain the attention of the Glass Tower. Her plan? Attend the vampire prince’s blood ball and kill him. Fortunately for Prince Marius, her assassination goes awry, and Arabelle flees, leaving behind only her dagger.</p> <p>Marius is desperate to find the woman whose kiss turned into attempted murder, hunting for the mysterious assassin he can’t push out of his mind. But what he uncovers could change the course of his life forever…<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p> </blockquote> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><font size="6">Review:</font> <p>Apparently it was not the first chapter of this book I read that captured my attention, I wish I knew which book it was. All the glowing reviews from Goodreads Friends and the promise of a vampire historical romance retelling Cinderella had me. Sadly after the first few chapters things went south for me. It's nothing against the writer. The writing is good and the banter is fun. The sad truth is that once you've read so many romance titles it gets old and even vampire love follows standard clichés. I know I haven't read as many as others, but apparently I'm reaching a limit for myself. I'm finding myself the same way with erotica. It now takes more to capture my attention. </p> <p>The Black Lily did sport a fun cast of characters. They have great chemistry, but you can find them in any romance novel. This book held no surprises and I predicted the entire storyline for the book. Even predicted the next book. Who the next couple was and how things would go. I asked a friend and I guessed it all right.</p> <p>The writing is decent and pretty clever at a few turns. I think that from the glowing reviews there is an audience for it. Sadly it's not me. I've just read too many Paranormal Romance titles and for me that means checking off the boxes for things romances with fangs need. Predictable isn't always a good thing and I wasn't in the mood for an easy read. </p> <p><font size="6">Content Warning:</font> Sexual humor, tame sex scenes, brutal murders, killings, and the birth of an uprising. Oh, and a horrible cover. Maybe that was my warning. ^_- JK, some of my fave books have bad covers . . . though tacky dragons that could have been done better are different. </p> <p><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /> <br /> 1/5 - Couldn't finish it or wished I hadn't. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table align="center" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"><b>Previous book(s) in series:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Reviewed on BW:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Amazon:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Goodreads:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%">The Black Lily (1) <br />The Red Lily (2) <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the black lily juliette cross&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=969dd623164fa103bedfcefbd047adfc" target="_blank">The Black Lily</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the red lily juliette cross kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=0a69c1f948e7800bc112a89ecd6c1bf6" target="_blank">The Red Lily</a> (2)</td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32172479-the-black-lily?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">The Black Lily</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34413435-the-red-lily" target="_blank">The Red Lily</a> (2)</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-56692888921835975132017-07-17T02:00:00.001-06:002021-04-09T21:38:57.640-06:00Nasty Romance Covers<p>So I don't think these are the worst romance covers I've ever scene, let alone the most WTF. I got a kick out of them though! </p> <iframe allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4Iz_oTfb9oA" width="480"></iframe> <p>That butt one was super odd. I love what comes through the Ms Mojo channel every now and then. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border: 0px none;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-68818440511832969832017-07-13T02:00:00.003-06:002021-04-09T21:42:25.524-06:00Review: Shadow Run<p><b>Shadow Run (Kaitan Chronicles, book 1) by AdriAnne Strickland, Michael Miller</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Shadow Run AdriAnne Strickland, Michael Miller&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a4877611f825b9982513e20311c284ef" target="_blank"><img align="left" alt="Shadow Run" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NyNJUTRRbCk/WWL73rpTeaI/AAAAAAAAOCI/TOJuPCqtMtUTaOJSYlb4IPhLKFWMwZbLwCHMYCw/Shadow%2BRun%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" title="Shadow Run" width="296" /></a>Genre:</b> Young Adult Sci-Fi <br /><b>Edition Reviewed:</b> Ebooik <br /><b>Amazon:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Shadow Run AdriAnne Strickland, Michael Miller&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a4877611f825b9982513e20311c284ef" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Shadow Run AdriAnne Strickland, Michael Miller kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=609c04686eae6c01f149aadffbc425ec" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><b>Goodreads:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25669098-shadow-run?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Shadow Run</a> (1)</p> <blockquote> <p>Nev has just joined the crew of the starship <i>Kaitan Heritage</i> as the cargo loader. His captain, Qole, is the youngest-ever person to command her own ship, but she brooks no argument from her crew of orphans, fugitives, and con men. Nev can't resist her, even if her ship is an antique. </p> <p>As for Nev, he's a prince, in hiding on the ship. He believes Qole holds the key to changing galactic civilization, and when her cooperation proves difficult to obtain, Nev resolves to get her to his home planet by any means necessary. </p> <p>But before they know it, a rival royal family is after Qole too, and they're more interested in stealing her abilities than in keeping her alive. </p> <p>Nev's mission to manipulate Qole becomes one to save her, and to survive, she'll have to trust her would-be kidnapper. He may be royalty, but Qole is discovering a deep reservoir of power--and stars have mercy on whoever tries to hurt her ship or her crew.<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p> </blockquote> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><font size="6">Review:</font> <blockquote> <p>HER SHIP. HIS PLAN. THEIR SURVIVAL.</p> </blockquote> <p>Those were the only words I knew from the cover and that this was supposed to be some kind of “Firefly” YA mash up. So . . . this book went the average route and I'm disappointed. Though now reading the official synopsis I see the argument for reading the synopsis for books one is excited about. That's always a tough call. Because sometimes you want to be totally surprised by the awesome excitement, hopefully originality, ahead of you. </p> <p>That said I loved-loved-loved the cast of characters!!! Sure they're all kind of standard to a degree. The coolest character is Basra who is gender fluid and we're never given which sex he truly belongs to. What we do know is that Basra is a badass and since this is clearly the first book in a series (literally the Goodreads page was just updated to series) I need more details darn it!! It was so cruel that Basra wasn't given more page time. (Okay, he/she does have quite a bit, but I wanted more. Then there's Arjan, the poor brother of Qole who is really not given . . . much of anything. Poor guy. Muscle Eton. Computer hack extraordinaire Telu. Nev our handsome prince. Qole the awesome captain! </p> <p>It's odd to think that despite the character development saving this standard sci-fi for me, the characters are stereotypical. Actually quite a few of the characters could have used more work. </p> <p>At least Nev really worked as the Prince. Because he wasn't some brooding face that made the lead simper or lose her mind over his good looks. Though he is good looking. Instead he's hopeful and witty. Wow, role reversal! I enjoyed not having a broody male lead for once! Thank you. He stayed awesome even when faced with the reality of his families corruption. (Please, that's not any kind of spoiler.) </p> <p>Cole is the broody one and a totally awesome Captain of Kaitan Heritage. She's broody and pretty cool. Huh, I just now realized that those are the key points. She's a nice lead. Though now I realize that I read Shadow Run for Nev and Barsa. </p> <p>Well. This is awkward. Besides some fun humor and Nev and Barsa, oh and Telu's clever comments I didn't like too many other aspects of Shadow Run. I was disappointed by the predictable plot. The romance happened just like it "should". Really I wouldn't liken Shadow Run to Firefly even for the humor. Which I did really enjoy. In the end I probably will check out the next book for more Nev and definitely for more Barsa. Which would mean poor Arjan will—should—actually get some time to become developed and out from the role of Qole's brother. </p> <p>In the end I will be checking out the next book for Nev, but truly Basra. </p> <p><font size="6">Sexual Content:</font> There is a gender fluid character so there might be some homosexual relationship. Mild kissing and mild sexual humor. Really this book is pretty clean. There's some class/caste issues and human rights. </p> <p><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /> <br /> 2/5 - It's rough, but there's still some hope. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table align="center" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"><b>Previous book(s) in series:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Reviewed on BW:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Amazon:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Goodreads:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%">Shadow Run (1) <br />Shadow Call (2) <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Shadow Run AdriAnne Strickland, Michael Miller kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=593b1bdd84857bfd347fd1f65759763a" target="_blank">Shadow Run</a> (1) <br />Shadow Call (2)</td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25669098-shadow-run?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Shadow Run</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28443984-shadow-call" target="_blank">Shadow Call</a> (2)</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-84891874404113154372017-07-13T02:00:00.002-06:002021-04-09T21:40:28.787-06:00Cover Coveting (10)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></a> <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><i>***All cover art may not be final.***</i></p> <p>Still doing my big catch-up so you may find some not so fresh covers in here. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">Reign the Earth</font> by A.C. Gaughen</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Reign the Earth by A.C. Gaughen&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=67edf0dfe4560880e0670e17ae5b0635" target="_blank"><img alt="Reign the Earth (The Elementae #1)" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-X64IJxg4dKw/WWWNI24WB_I/AAAAAAAAOCk/5-DYhIhsCPU-Ebr41xPALXZwShWbI3jUgCHMYCw/Reign%2Bthe%2BEarth%2B%2B%2528The%2BElementae%2B%25231%2529?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Reign the Earth (The Elementae #1)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> The Elementae, book 1 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25566671-reign-the-earth?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Reign the Earth by A.C. Gaughen&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=67edf0dfe4560880e0670e17ae5b0635" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult Epic Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>This might be a double post, or the one that got deleted due to issues. </p> <p>I really love the look and feel of this one. A desert transport portal or something. Love the Moab texture to the arch. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Renegades</font> by Marissa Meyer</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28421168-renegades?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank"><img alt="Renegades" border="0" height="431" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aoF6lI2nUXA/WWWNKDh0qXI/AAAAAAAAOCo/FEjQ4LeqM5YsE1iHTTqXo5CsGsQVPOLBwCHMYCw/Renegades%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Renegades" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Renegades, book 1 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28421168-renegades?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28421168-renegades?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult Sci-Fi <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>This cover is so badass. Everything about it is simply brilliant. </p> <p>From the placement of the text to, well, everything. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Ruins & Revenge</font> by Lisa Shearin</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/43025-raine-benares" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Raine Benares Lisa Shearin&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5a1bc1cfa9b104e557416e1ad5075681" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ruins and Revenge Lisa Shearin&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3a9680ec033856ad29e45d5ac62b62ee" target="_blank"><img alt="Ruins & Revenge (Raine Benares #9)" border="0" height="244" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-In7949m9zyg/WWWNLHA-eQI/AAAAAAAAOCs/t6zyMxYoGocWEwmbllI090uRgPHBKNUIACHMYCw/Ruins%2B%2526%2BRevenge%2B%2B%2528Raine%2BBenares%2B%25239%2529?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Ruins & Revenge (Raine Benares #9)" width="155" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Raine Benares <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32145510-ruins-revenge?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ruins and Revenge Lisa Shearin&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3a9680ec033856ad29e45d5ac62b62ee" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> High Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>I tried to find a better image to blow up, but couldn't. Even though I couldn't this is still great too look at. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Shadowhouse Fall</font> by Dannile Jose Older</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/180061-shadowshaper" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=shadowshaper Daniel José Older&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c5756b0ffcb2015e38a6916b8e252c24" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Shadowhouse Fall by Daniel José Older&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1f2f908403b7800fefe136f4e634b29a" target="_blank"><img alt="Shadowhouse Fall (Shadowshaper #2)" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3CAT-7JrOBc/WWWNMRVkvfI/AAAAAAAAOCw/NxCp36qGDkw20IqoRiUMHM0Y-UsUAArEACHMYCw/Shadowhouse%2BFall%2B%2B%2528Shadowshaper%2B%25232%2529%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Shadowhouse Fall (Shadowshaper #2)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Shadowshaper, book 2 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34051373-shadowhouse-fall?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Shadowhouse Fall by Daniel José Older&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1f2f908403b7800fefe136f4e634b29a" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Paranormal Young Adult <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>I love the colors of this cover. Not to mention the cover models hair and how all the lovely colors are incorporated into it. </p> <p>My question is in the bottom right is that more city or crypt? <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Siege of Shadows</font> by Sarah Raughley</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/166077-effigies" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Effigies Sarah Raughley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e5a311deb52cdc096e20c33adea4e596" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Siege of Shadows by Sarah Raughley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a782508e1b0aedf5e4d32d6c2c395d84" target="_blank"><img alt="Siege of Shadows (Effigies #2)" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wDmbD4PFFbY/WWWNNr988GI/AAAAAAAAOC0/6XMHxfmW3JEOrpDt80zVNSi4nLEsXFwLACHMYCw/Siege%2Bof%2BShadows%2B%2B%2528Effigies%2B%25232%2529?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Siege of Shadows (Effigies #2)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Effigies, book 2 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34109695-siege-of-shadows?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Siege of Shadows by Sarah Raughley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a782508e1b0aedf5e4d32d6c2c395d84" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult Dystopian <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> </p> <p> Oh, I love this! The clouds and smoke bellowing up. </p> <p>Not to mention how the smoke and sparks are circling the logo/symbol thing. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Red Rising songs of Ares</font> by Pierce Brown</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/195620-sons-of-ares" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=son's of ares Pierce Brown&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=0e9eb0afac50fbf60760301bd642d750" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xlc9Wn1yWq4/WWWNPFTQ1NI/AAAAAAAAOC4/IQuPJughjcweFOoiBpuSfQ-Wj-BpkeNXACHMYCw/s1600-h/Sons-of-Ares--Sons-of-Ares-13"><img alt="Sons of Ares (Sons of Ares #1)" border="0" height="453" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9zj3_lHdONA/WWWNQjpfqxI/AAAAAAAAOC8/IDuxDw9huE40eF4Zck2fr9P9KTMsE5vtQCHMYCw/Sons-of-Ares--Sons-of-Ares-1_thumb1?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Sons of Ares (Sons of Ares #1)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Son's of Ares, book 1 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31178398-sons-of-ares" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=son's of ares Pierce Brown&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4b4946717cdb242505eea26bb44b8c01" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> N/A <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>This artwork is phenomenal. </p> <p>The text kind of gets lost especially the smaller text. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Successor's Promise</font> by Trudi Canavan</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/96399-millennium-s-rule" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Millennium’s Rule Trudi Canavan&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=0251f819cbde6a4549de73810184fef9" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JMwQDlpFslc/WWWNSBUr1GI/AAAAAAAAODA/IM6jqJmkAn8qhGLeP3wTs0LCFVXBh0wRgCHMYCw/s1600-h/Successors-Promise--Millenniums-Rule%255B1%255D"><img alt="Successor's Promise (Millennium’s Rule #3)" border="0" height="439" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcHWA5ia-qzzyfMNXY54lORRBKFVF2CeHOc5KmWuOg2FqU0aQaYmhS_25npMQ3hw4Pr4U4s3zmEYbvMLBl3aQz2U4ooyvz76dmjtN2nebq_oVXaXMjWhzS8HyvIXnIv_Hpc34jqaB-s7k3/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Successor's Promise (Millennium’s Rule #3)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Millennium’s Rule, book 3 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31129501-successor-s-promise?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Successor's Promise by Trudi Canavan&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=cba380e83e64acea57ab11c4252d37eb" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Epic Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>This isn't a bad cover. No. It's just a sad ode to how dull and boring Epic Fantasy covers have become. Yes, I know not all artists can be like Mercedes Lackey's Valdemar books. </p> <p>Still. I miss ambitious work. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">The Becoming of Noah Shaw</font> by Michelle Hodkin</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Becoming of Noah Shaw by Michelle Hodkin&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=7ca0be796ae05735acfcd3ad359341f3" target="_blank"><img alt="The Becoming of Noah Shaw (The Shaw Confessions #1)" border="0" height="442" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-80pyFoZQxic/WWWNUyNdYXI/AAAAAAAAODI/YCUM6PCUwQsimpG84inBV71K_FjEqHZhgCHMYCw/The%2BBecoming%2Bof%2BNoah%2BShaw%2B%2B%2528The%2BShaw%2BConfessions%2B%25231%2529?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="The Becoming of Noah Shaw (The Shaw Confessions #1)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> The Shaw Confessions, book 1 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25548744-the-becoming-of-noah-shaw?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Becoming of Noah Shaw by Michelle Hodkin&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=7ca0be796ae05735acfcd3ad359341f3" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>So the Mara Dyer books had water themes, and I like that the Noah Shaw books seem to have sparks. Maybe even a fire/heat theme? That would be cool. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">The Brightest Fell</font> by Seanan McGuire</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/171685-october-daye" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=october daye Seanan McGuire&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=93949f742ea31bf467108d01de98bd6a" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Brightest Fell by Seanan McGuire&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1998645ac77843054353ea98d4037cdf" target="_blank"><img alt="The Brightest Fell (October Daye #11)" border="0" height="462" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ov26OB5wluo/WWWNWBQmCQI/AAAAAAAAODM/OGqAroxHXQEl2mmj9cip4UqspjM1ocDTwCHMYCw/The-Brightest-Fell--October-Daye-111?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="The Brightest Fell (October Daye #11)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> October Daye, book 11 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23383896-the-brightest-fell?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Brightest Fell by Seanan McGuire&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1998645ac77843054353ea98d4037cdf" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Urban Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>I do not like the blurred affect on the butterflies. Not at all. Though maybe there is a reason in the book? </p> <p>Still cool artwork. Not one of my favorites for the series. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">The Carnelian Crow</font> by Colleen Gleason</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/95994-stoker-holmes" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Stoker and Holmes Colleen Gleason&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=d63a47c416f8e886d7a5ba1e21cd6bd3" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Carnelian Crow Colleen Gleason&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=f2a9b946fc6ff5abd9f99fe3dece0f73" target="_blank"><img alt="The Carnelian Crow (Stoker & Holmes #4)" border="0" height="471" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lg7fXV6NP-Q/WWWNXDX_VRI/AAAAAAAAODQ/qdnXDnb3QE08GuYnDXZZyQtq-UkDCsHzQCHMYCw/The-Carnelian-Crow--Stoker--Holmes-4?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="The Carnelian Crow (Stoker & Holmes #4)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Stoker & Holmes, book 4 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27074711-the-carnelian-crow" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Carnelian Crow Colleen Gleason&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=f2a9b946fc6ff5abd9f99fe3dece0f73" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult Steampunk <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> </p> <p>Ooooooo, clockwork bird. Love it! </p> <p>Simple and beautiful cover. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border-image: none; border: 0px none;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-53310779684532542652017-07-12T02:00:00.001-06:002021-04-09T21:43:12.637-06:00Cover Coveting(10)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></a> <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><i>***All cover art may not be final.***</i></p> <p>I’m skipping my Wednesday Wishes post so that I can catch up on CC. Because some of these books are out or creeping closer. But like I said I'm not letting Windows 10 or Open Office mess this up for me. (Really starting to think I need to move to Ubuntu.)<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">Immortal Reign</font> by Morgan Rhodes</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/68150-falling-kingdoms" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Falling Kingdoms Morgan Rhodes&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=7762a35bbe4a76302ac2bfd8fc881a6e" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Immortal Reign Morgan Rhodes&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=de5d6d7e58efd2315085b70ce0c68b65" target="_blank"><img alt="Immortal Reign (Falling Kingdoms #6)" border="0" height="442" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-76KfdFBaqQI/WWLzlucfJ1I/AAAAAAAAOBM/yaIvJ0N0EFIVdSCuVOcMRGfrnIlUHQrYACHMYCw/Immortal%2BReign%2B%2B%2528Falling%2BKingdoms%2B%25236%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Immortal Reign (Falling Kingdoms #6)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Falling Kingdoms, book 6 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23367265-immortal-reign?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Immortal Reign Morgan Rhodes&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=de5d6d7e58efd2315085b70ce0c68b65" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult High Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> </p> <p>It's pretty, fits the series well. More hooded figures. <br /> <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Inferno</font> by Julie Kagawa</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/96817-talon" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=talon sagA Julie Kagawa&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a950d966e06c77afe3741bfcd15b8c65" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gtNw09nOjh0/WWLznduqlMI/AAAAAAAAOBQ/FLX3gQqB1r4QZEyaKY1qixLIPUTO9voHACHMYCw/s1600-h/inferno%255B3%255D"><img alt="inferno" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S3eOavu4Hck/WWLzpSZ_feI/AAAAAAAAOBU/mxPOVN0dxTAGgkz-kYZxGd_DmdfW6N7OgCHMYCw/inferno_thumb%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="inferno" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Talon Saga, book 5 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17342753-inferno?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Inferno by Julie Kagawa&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b1dca696ce4cdca23a1fd71cbf1008a0" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Paranormal Young Adult <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>I truly love the covers for this series. I was hoping for more dragon close-ups. The lava looks good. </p> <p>Love seeing which letter in the title is going to get the logo. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Lake Silence</font> by Anne Bishop</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/99557-the-others" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Others Anne Bishop&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2d4d9e298d0d45125fb5d7a52a60251e" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Lake Silence by Anne Bishop&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=099b760a4146ff14be558bdb492dcb3e" target="_blank"><img alt="Lake Silence (The Others #6) by Anne Bishop" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ztyF0_CB7-c/WWLzrNJ3icI/AAAAAAAAOBY/pPRoYwFWagMiN3KcBPpMwgUm-hfo7szRQCHMYCw/Lake%2BSilence%2B%2528The%2BOthers%2B%25236%2529%2Bby%2BAnne%2BBishop%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Lake Silence (The Others #6) by Anne Bishop" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> The World of the Others, book 1 (The Others, book 6) <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35463752-lake-silence?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Lake Silence by Anne Bishop&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=099b760a4146ff14be558bdb492dcb3e" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Urban Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>Huh, I was really hoping for better covers for this series. I do like that an Other is on the cover. So cool. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Loved</font> by P.C. Cast + Kristin Cast</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bOYEleUe4Bc/WWLzr6C949I/AAAAAAAAOBc/sjocia6nSCYjXiqmm_-kWlcJM8i790k6gCHMYCw/s1600-h/Loved%2B%2B%2528House%2Bof%2BNight%2BOther%2BWorld%2B%25231%2529%2BCast%255B3%255D"><img alt="Loved (House of Night Other World #1) Cast" border="0" height="471" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qZA2e82kwOk/WWLzs1W4zbI/AAAAAAAAOBg/VUthsxtnReInAkVaI5owltBVJe4UWy9VQCHMYCw/Loved%2B%2B%2528House%2Bof%2BNight%2BOther%2BWorld%2B%25231%2529%2BCast_thumb%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Loved (House of Night Other World #1) Cast" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> A House of Night Other World novel, book 1 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34470979-loved?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Loved by P.C. Cast + Kristin Cast&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=bbb9b3da5bcef3bb436edf51e3669206" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Paranormal Young Adult (Though I think this is them as adults!) <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>Well it is kind of a more adult feel. I do like this cover art more from the original series.</p> <p>At first I thought it was a fire and ice theme. Now I'm wondering if it's blood and ice! <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Magic of Wind and Mist</font> by Cassandra Rose Clarke</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Magic of Wind and Mist by Cassandra Rose Clarke&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=d59fc3db35dbf7e5c11c2aefcca886b0" target="_blank"><img alt="Magic of Wind and Mist (The Hanna Duology #1 & 2) by Cassandra Rose Clarke" border="0" height="445" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ph6Ax5UHMLY/WWLztrE3l7I/AAAAAAAAOBk/xiCpBmuzwFQpqYGvJv07x-gtQ47vyZmLwCHMYCw/Magic%2Bof%2BWind%2Band%2BMist%2B%2528The%2BHanna%2BDuology%2B%25231%2B%2526%2B2%2529%2Bby%2BCassandra%2BRose%2BClarke%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Magic of Wind and Mist (The Hanna Duology #1 & 2) by Cassandra Rose Clarke" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> The Hanna Duology #1 & 2 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34466961-magic-of-wind-and-mist?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Magic of Wind and Mist by Cassandra Rose Clarke&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=d59fc3db35dbf7e5c11c2aefcca886b0" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult High Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>Wow I love it! Love-love-love-live it! The artwork is beautiful. I love the boat and the prow on it. (Does that make it more a ship than if it has a prow?)</p> <p>I love how much depth the birds add being in the forefront, behind, and all around the boat. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Mindstormer</font> by A.J. Steiger</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/131879-mindwalker" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Mindwalker A.J. Steiger&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3aa992cd0d93ce8b396f596188937bc6" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kFbMMtm16e4/WWLzuew8SBI/AAAAAAAAOBo/jHRZUoXedQYBVEVgW60ZrC1GIYXS3JRcACHMYCw/s1600-h/Mindstormer%2B%2B%2528Mindwalker%2B%25232%2529%255B3%255D"><img alt="Mindstormer (Mindwalker #2)" border="0" height="453" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vNV9bqSNh8g/WWLzvFDRJTI/AAAAAAAAOBs/uGnttJX3m3MJHfM9EAdt8ZfjabpXMDbmgCHMYCw/Mindstormer%2B%2B%2528Mindwalker%2B%25232%2529_thumb%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Mindstormer (Mindwalker #2)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Mindwalker, book 2 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18883251-mindstormer?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Mindstormer by A.J. Steiger&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3098edc818523d8c700af879e3eaa499" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Science Fiction <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>It's a pet peeve of mine when the title is all one word, but it's broken up into two words on the cover. So annoying. </p> <p>Cool artwork for the cover though. It doesn't really fit with the first one to me. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Odd & True</font> by Cat Winters</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Odd &amp; True by Cat Winters&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=56e58c83ad642a02cd74d7b3a253e26e" target="_blank"><img alt="Odd & True" border="0" height="442" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Lg2wowzu2rE/WWLzv8C3tyI/AAAAAAAAOBw/KNvFIIaJuT0cgkh5Xk6Knz9nUJLA2jXmgCHMYCw/Odd%2B%2526%2BTrue%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Odd & True" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> N/A <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28078791-odd-true?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Odd &amp; True by Cat Winters&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=56e58c83ad642a02cd74d7b3a253e26e" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Paranormal Young Adult <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>Oooooo, love the catch phrase. So awesome! </p> <p>I love the look and feel of this cover. The bloody axe and suitcase. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Haunting the Deep</font> by Adriana Mather</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/179504-how-to-hang-a-witch" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=How to Hang a Witch Adriana Mather&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5cb2bc4e2a391c1fae3c4f3b06224765" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Haunting the Deep by Adriana Mather&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a0f273c0610110205ba366985f70860f" target="_blank"><img alt="One Dark Throne (Three Dark Crowns #2)" border="0" height="442" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LJw8bduvezI/WWLzw6OpWaI/AAAAAAAAOB0/jzjSMP6ylQo5xAOUWExORQiqxorE3u2oACHMYCw/One%2BDark%2BThrone%2B%2B%2528Three%2BDark%2BCrowns%2B%25232%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="One Dark Throne (Three Dark Crowns #2)" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Three Dark Crowns, book 2 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33977969-haunting-the-deep?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Haunting the Deep by Adriana Mather&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a0f273c0610110205ba366985f70860f" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> N/A <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>Oooooo, Ahhhh. Love it. I hope any future covers will be able to keep the theme of looking through glass, wet glass. It's just so dramatic and there are so many endless possibilities. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Pacifica</font> by Kristen Simmons</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=How to Hang a Witch Adriana Mather&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=61b95e8bdfe4839edb0f54afd7e5e8f2" target="_blank"><img alt="Pacifica" border="0" height="442" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9WgGNzKQ6NM/WWLzyimxlvI/AAAAAAAAOB4/_XY3HOq2OwgJnnk4DPHexZNr7XLkcCv5ACHMYCw/Pacifica%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Pacifica" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> N/A <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33381234-pacifica?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=How to Hang a Witch Adriana Mather&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=61b95e8bdfe4839edb0f54afd7e5e8f2" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Young Adult High Fantasy <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>the water spouts are very cool and the ship. The dock looks off. </p> <p>Though the truth is that if you look at this cover from afar it looks more like a dark forest scene. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Perfect Gravity</font> by Vivien Jackson</p> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Perfect Gravity by Vivien Jackson&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5702d711b3f31043ceeb5f038fb575e9" target="_blank"><img alt="Perfect Gravity (Tether #2) by Vivien Jackson" border="0" height="484" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d5wCvNemL8o/WWLz0cvVLNI/AAAAAAAAOB8/QNKjbFF3DxYVfm3gpt2WKjFdT2GsjShvwCHMYCw/Perfect%2BGravity%2B%2528Tether%2B%25232%2529%2Bby%2BVivien%2BJackson%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline;" title="Perfect Gravity (Tether #2) by Vivien Jackson" width="296" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><b>Series:</b> Tether, book 2 <br /> <br /><b>Add it:</b> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34006770-perfect-gravity?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Perfect Gravity by Vivien Jackson&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5702d711b3f31043ceeb5f038fb575e9" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><b>Genre:</b> Science Fiction <br /> <br /><b>Shera’s thoughts:</b> <br /> </p> <p>She looks totally badass. Look at the width of her gun! </p> <p>Love the gritty and raw—wink—feel of this cover. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border: 0px none;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-44306799071446472342017-07-11T02:00:00.001-06:002021-04-09T21:43:35.883-06:00Review: Geekerella<p><b>Geekerella by Ashley Poston</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Geekerella Ashley Poston&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9114bf8fdad5b88965e3f61a7eb63bb5" target="_blank"><img align="left" alt="Geekerella by Ashley Poston" border="0" height="448" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HnXdEwK6oGQ/WWGqrsslmdI/AAAAAAAAOAs/haEHqH_c9cA2Aijgv4C0Tv82RhkArLiIQCHMYCw/Geekerella%2Bby%2BAshley%2BPoston%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; display: inline; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" title="Geekerella by Ashley Poston" width="296" /></a>Genre:</b> Young Adult Contemporary <br /><b>Edition Reviewed:</b> Ebook <br /><b>Amazon:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Geekerella by Ashley Poston&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=95a362f469a7d1504d6cc955f0ec4a2c" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Geekerella by Ashley Poston kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e6a1ede345f9ab378819d2a15d2b7b1e" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><b>Goodreads:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Geekerella Ashley Poston&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9114bf8fdad5b88965e3f61a7eb63bb5" target="_blank">Geekerella</a></p> <blockquote> <p> <i>Anything can happen once upon a con…</i></p> <p>When geek girl Elle Wittimer sees a cosplay contest sponsored by the producers of <i>Starfield</i>, she <i>has</i> to enter. First prize is an invitation to the ExcelsiCon Cosplay Ball and a meet-and-greet with the actor slated to play Federation Prince Carmindor in the reboot. Elle’s been scraping together tips from her gig at the Magic Pumpkin food truck behind her stepmother’s back, and winning this contest could be her ticket out once and for all—not to mention a fangirl’s dream come true.</p> <p>Teen actor Darien Freeman is less than thrilled about this year’s ExcelsiCon. He used to live for conventions, but now they’re nothing but jaw-aching photo sessions and awkward meet-and-greets. Playing Federation Prince Carmindor is all he’s ever wanted, but the diehard <i>Starfield</i> fandom has already dismissed him as just another heartthrob. As ExcelsiCon draws near, closet nerd Darien feels more and more like a fake—until he meets a girl who shows him otherwise. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p> </blockquote> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><font size="6">Review:</font> <blockquote> <p>“Look to the stars. Aim. Ignite.” - Starfield</p> </blockquote> <p>A Cinderella Story with Hilary Duff has long been a guilty pleasure of mine. Sometimes when I'm down I pop it in and it puts a smile on my face. After all it's got cheesy writing for a retelling of one of my favorite fairy tales and Hilary Duff. (Yes, I am from that generation.) If A Cinderella Story is a guilty pleasure for you I think Geekerella is definitely up your alley, especially if you just so happen to be a fangirl! Nerd! Geek! Whatever you embrace to call your sci-fi-fantasy-fan of franchises type self. Whether your a Lord of the Rings fan, anime, or so on there's a bit of everything here. </p> <p>Geekerella might be yet another modern Cinderella retelling, but in reality is a nod to fans. You don't even have to be a geek/nerd to get it. If you've got some kind of obsession you'll get it. Though some of the geeky inside jokes may go over your head. Geekerella evolves around the fandom of Starfield a fictional (well yeah) space TV show that is getting rebooted. It's amazing how Ashley Poston perfectly sums up being a fan of these shows/franchises. Fans know it's all fake, but there's deeper meanings behind why we love what we love and how fans connect with them. Also taking a look at both the awesome and creepy parts of fans. </p> <p>Girl power and the horrible “you're a female you can't be a fan” are both examined. Not to mention how maybe you're not lonely because of the horrible people around you, but because you're putting yourself in the corner. (Sorry I rewatched the ORIGINAL Dirty Dancing.) You have to want to reach out to others to be able to interact. Attitude. I've always been a cynic about falling in love with someone over texting. I think maybe some texting happens off page that I missed, because I think A Cinderella Story made it more believable for me. However, I did eventually fall into Darien and Elle making it work. </p> <p>The real power of Geekerella is it's characters. Especially how it highlights the different stages of grief and loss, loneliness, friendship, and looking past masks/stereotypes. It truly surprised me how much I enjoyed Geekerella. Sage is one of the best side characters ever. I adored her! Not to mention that Poston didn't make her feel like the token lesbian character, she just was herself and it felt organic. As I read Geekerella I highlighted the crap out of it! So many quotes that I loved. Just look at my updates. This is not award winning writing and the snob in me hates when character's appearances are a mash up of movie/famous people. However, it works for this story. It's the style. At times silly and others powerful. I'm a fangirl of Starfield now. I want a T-shirt with “Look to the stars. Aim. Ignite.” on it! I look forward to future works from Poston.</p> <p><font size="6">Sexual Content: </font>Lesbians, nothing over the top. (It's really sweet.) Some kissing and gushing, but really a pretty clean read. Mild sexual humor jokes and making out by random cosplay characters. </p> <p><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /><img height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" width="46" /> <br /> 4/5 - A true obsession! </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table align="center" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0"><tbody> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"><b>Previous book(s) in series:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Reviewed on BW:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Amazon:</b></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><b>Goodreads:</b></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%">Geekerella <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Geekerella Ashley Poston&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9114bf8fdad5b88965e3f61a7eb63bb5" target="_blank">Geekerella</a> </td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Geekerella Ashley Poston&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9114bf8fdad5b88965e3f61a7eb63bb5" target="_blank">Geekerella</a></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img align="right" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" style="border-width: 0px;" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-8696146002060182352017-07-10T02:00:00.000-06:002017-07-10T02:00:01.926-06:00Cover Coveting (10)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" /></a>  <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><em>***All cover art may not be final.***</em></p> <p>Some of these covers are for books that have already released, but I don't care! It's been such a struggle between Open Live Writer and Windows 10 that I am determined to get these posted!! Darn it! </p> <p>Anywho here we go! </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">Berserker</font> by Emmy Laybourne</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Berserker by Emmy Laybourne&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a1408d8d2dc5f59480edafdf298e792d" target="_blank"><img title="Berserker (Berserker #1)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Berserker (Berserker #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CZ7C836V4jU/WWGTX6PFZXI/AAAAAAAAN_4/t0kmi3u-uEAOR_d4JKXAFGwsnAnywmbDgCHMYCw/Berserker%2B%2B%2528Berserker%2B%25231%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Berserker, book 1 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33158526-berserker?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Berserker by Emmy Laybourne&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=a1408d8d2dc5f59480edafdf298e792d" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Historical Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>I love this cover! It's blood and beauty in one! <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Between the Blade and the Heart</font> by Amanda Hocking</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Between the Blade and the Heart by Amanda Hocking&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5fb498f964a27851d6e4a429ab00aa6c" target="_blank"><img title="Between the Blade and the Heart (Valkyrie #1) by Amanda Hocking" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Between the Blade and the Heart (Valkyrie #1) by Amanda Hocking" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5aRgH4YhVFs/WWGTZVXUWwI/AAAAAAAAN_8/sysiN8k0z5cQsB4QOzsS417SKiqPHSQDgCHMYCw/Between%2Bthe%2BBlade%2Band%2Bthe%2BHeart%2B%2528Valkyrie%2B%25231%2529%2Bby%2BAmanda%2BHocking%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Valkyrie, book 1 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34964846-between-the-blade-and-the-heart?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Between the Blade and the Heart by Amanda Hocking&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5fb498f964a27851d6e4a429ab00aa6c" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />      </p> <p>Covers that use weapons incorporated in the title are a favorite of mine! </p> <p>Actually I really love the cover, but it doesn't shout Valkyrie. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Dreamer</font> by L.E. DeLano</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/180575-traveler" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Traveler L.E. DeLano&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=88fc2adc165e21621fec66a271be0584" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Dreamer by L.E. DeLano&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=592aee106415be8f7fc598c4dc706283" target="_blank"><img title="Dreamer (Traveler #2) by L. E. DeLano" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dreamer (Traveler #2) by L. E. DeLano" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kvErBO4RDns/WWGTbV4R1wI/AAAAAAAAOAA/NLj8FJnKaJI8WFtKo9uh4ujA014D6RWUACHMYCw/Dreamer%2B%2528Traveler%2B%25232%2529%2Bby%2BL.%2BE.%2BDeLano%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Traveler, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27242802-dreamer?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Dreamer by L.E. DeLano&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=592aee106415be8f7fc598c4dc706283" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Time Travel <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>This kind of makes me think of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Treasure Planet&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=522f16793f49a3f05f6534c3ba5532e5" target="_blank">Treasure Planet</a>. </p> <p>So that's a plus! I love that the type is circling around the portal. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Girls Made of Snow and Glass</font> by Melissa Bashardoust</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Girls Made of Snow and Glass by Melissa Bashardoust&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=ad77b6ccb31b4c78e815155339f035c4" target="_blank"><img title="Girls Made of Snow and Glass" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Girls Made of Snow and Glass" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nGh9qvvkODU/WWGTcN1-YjI/AAAAAAAAOAE/9PWdH0Ls5qgHJWybhRu5_ryYjup4qE36ACHMYCw/Girls%2BMade%2Bof%2BSnow%2Band%2BGlass%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="448" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32768509-girls-made-of-snow-and-glass?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Girls Made of Snow and Glass by Melissa Bashardoust&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=ad77b6ccb31b4c78e815155339f035c4" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>Upside down icicles? Okay. </p> <p>The title is kind of hard to see on it. I feel "meh" about the whole cover. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Gods and Ends</font> by Devon Monk</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/171114-ordinary-magic" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ordinary Magic Devon Monk&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=45a0cbc20e32f4104994fee2811cf4ea" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Gods and Ends by Devon Monk&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b3335f26d3572d7960ff22ae69bf7d29" target="_blank"><img title="Gods and Ends (Ordinary Magic #3)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Gods and Ends (Ordinary Magic #3)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-21XfK9PlzYw/WWGTdPzmDaI/AAAAAAAAOAI/N2jbwve3FuwFFrBC16iRmUff_c_OpdnbwCHMYCw/Gods%2Band%2BEnds%2B%2B%2528Ordinary%2BMagic%2B%25233%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Ordinary Magic, book 3 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31844583-gods-and-ends?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Gods and Ends by Devon Monk&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b3335f26d3572d7960ff22ae69bf7d29" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Urban Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>Fits the series well, still tacky. However, I like the lighthouse with the background. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Heart on Fire</font> by Amanda Bouchet</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/175735-kingmaker-chronicles" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Kingmaker Chronicles Amanda Bouchet&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2c7e9fc1ff885e5d68bb31d160fc47c2" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Heart on Fire by Amanda Bouchet&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=ebefeb0c725e990c7c176871ae1b61c9" target="_blank"><img title="Heart on Fire (Kingmaker Chronicles #3)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Heart on Fire (Kingmaker Chronicles #3)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bFg_O3F-qgM/WWGTd5Mly2I/AAAAAAAAOAM/98pf7OCy_LoQF_rEIgPhP32aT5odxVPJQCHMYCw/Heart%2Bon%2BFire%2B%2B%2528Kingmaker%2BChronicles%2B%25233%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="484" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Kingmaker Chronicles, book 3 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30364161-heart-on-fire?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Heart on Fire by Amanda Bouchet&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=ebefeb0c725e990c7c176871ae1b61c9" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Romantic Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>Not sure what it quite is, but this one feels tackier than the other ones. </p> <p>Fits the series well. (Maybe it's the background?) <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Heroine Worship</font> by Sarah Kuhn</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/183403-heroine-complex" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Heroine Complex Sarah Kuhn&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9e249484da605e7b3c916cc3b1b46d3f" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Heroine Worship by Sarah Kuhn&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=89777b315b5465b8f0b522290028c920" target="_blank"><img title="Heroine Worship (Heroine Complex #2)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Heroine Worship (Heroine Complex #2)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xTimV324kN0/WWGTeuDnp_I/AAAAAAAAOAQ/ttwu-S2GjTQZNv4AN4KEJh1qM89UtrFGgCHMYCw/Heroine%2BWorship%2B%2B%2528Heroine%2BComplex%2B%25232%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="459" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Heroine Complex, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30955863-heroine-worship?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Heroine Worship by Sarah Kuhn&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=89777b315b5465b8f0b522290028c920" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Superhero   <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>Feels like another fun comic book cover! Love it! The woman are in the same dress style but one white and one black. Talk about heroes and villains. </p> <p>Really love the title and the pink flame/goop. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Hide From Me</font> by Mary Lindsey</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Hide From Me by Mary Lindsey&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c25fa8a8339d82628718047c36c226b1" target="_blank"><img title="Hide from Me" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Hide from Me" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DPcx3Ys7Ztw/WWGTftCdAYI/AAAAAAAAOAU/ed_BclPtDTUQnbBXSDrTWsj44N1Gs_CjwCHMYCw/Hide%2Bfrom%2BMe%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34027316-hide-from-me?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Hide From Me by Mary Lindsey&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c25fa8a8339d82628718047c36c226b1" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>Love how the "HIDE" is hidden behind the cover girl. The font is really fun and I like the attempt of the girl being blended into the forest. </p> <p>At least even with a average cover trying is good. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Highland Dragon Rebel</font> by Isabel Cooper</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Highland Dragon Rebel by Isabel Cooper&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=8a06ea25dc725886f210ee79fd34a448" target="_blank"><img title="Highland Dragon Rebel" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Highland Dragon Rebel" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-oK_Aot4gvlQ/WWGThuP7ZPI/AAAAAAAAOAY/doGPicFktDEObNYoT0MMTrAeSw-mS79JACHMYCw/Highland%2BDragon%2BRebel%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="484" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Dawn of the Highland Warrior, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34006750-highland-dragon-rebel?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Highland Dragon Rebel by Isabel Cooper&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=8a06ea25dc725886f210ee79fd34a448" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Paranormal Romance <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>She looks badass, I approve. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Ice Wolves</font> by Amie Kaufman</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ice Wolves by Amie Kaufman&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b1c71d73c798b93c5c99c4f68bd4b44d" target="_blank"><img title="Ice Wolves (Elementals #1) by Amie Kaufman" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ice Wolves (Elementals #1) by Amie Kaufman" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RKTqBcMqk3I/WWGTjDASRGI/AAAAAAAAOAc/hdWshT8OJh0WEEh3uA5DpgI4xZd9iVK4QCHMYCw/Ice%2BWolves%2B%2528Elementals%2B%25231%2529%2Bby%2BAmie%2BKaufman%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Elementals, book 1 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35068585-ice-wolves?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ice Wolves by Amie Kaufman&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b1c71d73c798b93c5c99c4f68bd4b44d" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        </p> <p>I like it, but find the artwork to be very tacky. The font on the title is really cool. <br /></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border: 0px currentcolor;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-81070368036709269282017-07-07T02:00:00.000-06:002017-07-07T02:00:24.537-06:00Review: The Alchemists of Loom<p><strong>The Alchemists of Loom (Loom Saga, book 1) by Elise Kova</strong></p> <p><strong>G<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the alchemists of loom Elise Kova&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=6f96c4ae822e40f9235f504d2525c9d6" target="_blank"><img title="The Alchemists of Loom (Loom Saga #1)" style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The Alchemists of Loom (Loom Saga #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gpJgIdoiTV0/WV8PRUtc7eI/AAAAAAAAN_c/7rMsy0KSbc0dhLHRYB2b7hewtdoP87azQCHMYCw/The%2BAlchemists%2Bof%2BLoom%2B%2B%2528Loom%2BSaga%2B%25231%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" align="left" height="456" /></a>enre:</strong> Steampunk <br /><strong>Edition Reviewed:</strong> Ebook <br /><strong>Amazon:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Alchemists of Loom Elise Kova&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1a9c1b0cbd1d29cd77fd3718a3f11eb6" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Alchemists of Loom Elise Kova kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=fb3b1730c2967631b06e9c0ca5e1c2e1" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><strong>Goodreads:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29844598-the-alchemists-of-loom" target="_blank">The Alchemists of Loom</a> (1)</p> <blockquote> <p><i>Her vengeance. His vision.</i></p> <p>Ari lost everything she once loved when the Five Guilds’ resistance fell to the Dragon King. Now, she uses her unparalleled gift for clockwork machinery in tandem with notoriously unscrupulous morals to contribute to a thriving underground organ market. There isn’t a place on Loom that is secure from the engineer turned thief, and her magical talents are sold to the highest bidder as long as the job defies their Dragon oppressors.</p> <p>Cvareh would do anything to see his sister usurp the Dragon King and sit on the throne. His family’s house has endured the shame of being the lowest rung in the Dragons’ society for far too long. The Alchemist Guild, down on Loom, may just hold the key to putting his kin in power, if Cvareh can get to them before the Dragon King’s assassins.</p> <p>When Ari stumbles upon a wounded Cvareh, she sees an opportunity to slaughter an enemy and make a profit off his corpse. But the Dragon sees an opportunity to navigate Loom with the best person to get him where he wants to go.</p> <p>He offers her the one thing Ari can’t refuse: A wish of her greatest desire, if she brings him to <i>the Alchemists of Loom</i>. </p> </blockquote> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><font size="6">Review:</font> <p>After the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=air awakens Elise Kova&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=fec5b95414e4adcad8d5e854ca786123" target="_blank">Air Awakens</a> series I honestly thought I would never pick up another Lisa Kova book again. (No really check out my review of <a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/2016/01/review-fire-falling.html" target="_blank">Fire Falling</a>.) Thankfully Alchemists of Loom wasn't just a pretty cover with a fun idea. It turned into an awesome story with amazing characters! Yeah! </p> <p>The POV changes between leads Arianna, Cvareh, Florence, and some other cast members. Most importantly Leona who was a pretty awesome Mistress of Evil. He-he. I love a good Mistress of Evil. Because if or when they get what they deserve you kind of feel bad that you don't want them to go, but then you're just as blood thirsty for them to day. Talk about mixed up feelings! Good evil villains are like that. </p> <p>I will admit that the characters took a bit to grow on me. Arianna felt more like non-stop grumpiness than a character to care about. However, once the characters do develop it's a true treat. Not to mention that the clear love connections about to happen aren't rushed and are given due course to start to build. After all this is a series, no point in rushing the emotions. (Though I do have second book phobia with Kova. Please don't burn me woman!)</p> <p>I also truly loved the world and the plot. It's so unique and complex. It also really brings something fresh to steampunk. I won't lie, I haven't read that much steampunk so take it with a grain of salt. It is all unique though and I like the idea of twisting the names of things we are familiar with and making them new. Dragons, Chimera, and Alchemists. Okay, so alchemists are kind of what we think they should be. </p> <p>The wit and ingenuity of the characters was a treat. Not to mention when they interacted with one another. Good and evil isn't so cut and dry here. Some of the good guys are even essentially at times villains. I like that the world is so brutal and rough. If you do notice how long it took me to read this book it's nothing against it, I really wanted to read it! (Health issues prevented me from doing so.) I did pick up a number of grammar errors, but all minor and really this book is very professional. The only warnings I'd truly flag it for is having a cliffhanger, not too bad of one. Also, there is a guide at the back for pronouncing names and such. It's there! Yeah! Wish I'd had found it, but I was Ereading it. I'm so happy how soon the next book is coming out!!! </p> <p><font size="6">Content Warning:</font> Some homosexual themes, nothing explicit. Some “racial” slurs and such between the species of the world. Graphic violence and foul language. Basically a good time. ^_-</p> <p><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" />   <br /> 4/5 - A true obsession! (Yes, I did just rate a Kova book that high!) </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="4" width="95%" align="center"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" colspan="3"><strong>Previous book(s) in series:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Reviewed on BW:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Amazon:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Goodreads:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%">The Alchemists of Loom (1) <br />The Dragons of Nova (2) <br />The Rebels of Gold (3)        <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the alchemists of loom Elise Kova&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=6f96c4ae822e40f9235f504d2525c9d6" target="_blank">The Alchemists of Loom</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the dragons of loom Elise Kova&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4b3ebb3aa12c650c62f939167919aa52" target="_blank">The Dragons of Nova</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the rebels of gold Elise Kova&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=ceb432839323156cd324a8592e9117fa" target="_blank">The Rebels of Gold</a> (3)  </td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29844598-the-alchemists-of-loom" target="_blank">The Alchemists of Loom</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31686500-the-dragons-of-nova" target="_blank">The Dragons of Nova</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34503713-the-rebels-of-gold" target="_blank">The Rebels of Gold</a> (3)  </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-58174371729500491712017-07-05T02:00:00.000-06:002017-07-05T02:00:11.007-06:00Cover Coveting(5)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" /></a>  <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><em>***All cover art may not be final.***</em></p> <p>Hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Independence Day weekend, and if you were lucky it was a super long one! (That's for all my USA readers, everyone else I still hope it was awesome. </p> <p>So after I posted my last CC the "cloud" I saved the covers I hunted for cleared out. Windows updated and ruined my cloud somehow. You know this happened last year too. Well suddenly they reappeared! (After I started deleting other folders that were "empty" of course.) </p> <p>So they're probably old news, but I'm still doing them. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">Aliens Abroad</font> by Gini Koch</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/47928-katherine-kitty-katt" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=alien Gini Koch&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=717f06090ca9861e588cb4c8c8754db9" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Aliens Abroad Gini Koch&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=cd5367a324640a3ea508e729bb811b9d" target="_blank"><img title="Aliens Abroad" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Aliens Abroad" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cxvELnTRigw/WVxw3wBXDkI/AAAAAAAAN-o/Lwt7K13S3tgpwPAQ46UU1ubkEdKUIIuzgCHMYCw/Aliens-Abroad4?imgmax=800" width="296" height="478" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Katherine "Kitty" Katt, book 16  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34626458-aliens-abroad?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Aliens Abroad Gini Koch&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=cd5367a324640a3ea508e729bb811b9d" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Science Fiction <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />It suddenly clicked! she's standing in front of a space poster for a movie or something! How satire! Ha-ha! </p> <p>Though it's still cool, it doesn't feel as lively as the other ones with all the crazy stuff they usual have. </p> <p>Still very cool. </p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Bannerless</font> by Carrie Vaughn</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Bannerless by Carrie Vaughn&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4d8dd94761251c3b16da7dc9da34aceb" target="_blank"><img title="bannerless" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="bannerless" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0SGbumOrCKI/WVxw5gNINYI/AAAAAAAAN-s/bNU3dpY3_uUlcZGL8cIbsGP30ZAesgDEQCHMYCw/bannerless1?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Bannerless Saga, book 1 <br />          <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30971629-bannerless?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Bannerless by Carrie Vaughn&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4d8dd94761251c3b16da7dc9da34aceb" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Science Fiction           <br />          <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong>            <br />          <br />At first I really didn't like it, but the more I star at it I do. I like how the overexposure affect on this feels like fire or something. </p> <p>The white specs add a nice touch, especially with the text. </p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Cross Breed</font> by Lora Leigh</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/40786-breeds" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Breeds Lora Leigh&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c31f99b4acf71e225d4f16d61ecc2a51" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Cross Breed by Lora Leigh&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=21e6eff7ddf2883e9c8e187436d44786" target="_blank"><img title="Cross Breed" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cross Breed" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hg_f0GcT7DA/WVxw7baqskI/AAAAAAAAN-w/5PngQTqwxh0cLs7fkAyH7d05mTkaxuMeQCHMYCw/Cross-Breed4?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Breeds, book 33 <br />          <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35506426-cross-breed?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Cross Breed by Lora Leigh&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=21e6eff7ddf2883e9c8e187436d44786" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Paranormal Romance            <br />          <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Normally I try not to post covers for these long running PNR series anymore. However, I really like it</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Dragon Blood</font> by Eileen Wilks</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/40985-world-of-the-lupi" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=World of the Lupi Eileen Wilks&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b34387d06fe31a83708ec4d6191fc3d6" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Dragon Blood by Eileen Wilks&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=49ac432a6adbdbd1426060f31cb4527b" target="_blank"><img title="Dragon Blood (World of the Lupi #14) by Eileen Wilks" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dragon Blood (World of the Lupi #14) by Eileen Wilks" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-54312aTDUPo/WVxw9O1sX3I/AAAAAAAAN-0/kTrzoDwN2_A1u2lNq-AWYv_SLWVP5WbiACHMYCw/Dragon-Blood-World-of-the-Lupi-14-by%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="474" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> World of the Lupi, book 14 <br />          <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33412918-dragon-blood?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Dragon Blood by Eileen Wilks&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=49ac432a6adbdbd1426060f31cb4527b" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Urban Fantasy            <br />          <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong>            <br />          <br />This series truly has a streak of fabulous covers. Love her magical powers and the glow coming off of her. It's brilliant. </p> <p>Though part of me was hoping for mythical looking dragon on the cover. </p> <p>Also, skewed font! This is in for covers. </p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Gunslinger Girl</font> by Lyndsay Ely</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KjUesT0uVis/WVxw9-ktNMI/AAAAAAAAN-4/DLajp_lEQ5I4cfbHRRn80TsQCS7GqW9NQCHMYCw/s1600-h/Gunslinger%2BGirl%255B3%255D"><img title="Gunslinger Girl" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Gunslinger Girl" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8imVS0pL07Y/WVxw-4glSUI/AAAAAAAAN-8/fjQPU-sjukYkunBRqxWTtINKj_XeUS76gCHMYCw/Gunslinger%2BGirl_thumb%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> Goodreads | Amazon <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> N/A <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />I love everything about this cover and the concept. The effect for the background is lovely and I love how the "Girl" looks! What a awesome look. This is how side face is done, especially if you don't really want to have a face for the character on, but still technically do. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Sorry, looks like my cloud froze some of (A FREAKING LOT!) of my other covers. At this point I should just toss it out the window, however I'm now more determined to make these covers FINALLY get posted. Darn it!</p> <img style="border: 0px currentcolor; border-image: none;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-68149135036833107462017-06-02T02:00:00.000-06:002017-06-02T02:00:16.141-06:00Review: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone<p><strong>Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter, book 1) by J.K. Rowling</strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the sorcerers stone j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4d80a3399c682ce889afda1209180127" target="_blank"><img title="harry potter and the sorcers stone" style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="harry potter and the sorcers stone" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Kbro9LJ1ApI/WTDe56wn3SI/AAAAAAAAN9k/LorCEXNc4w4RXU8IAlgXORAjgnlou1QmQCHM/harry%2Bpotter%2Band%2Bthe%2Bsorcers%2Bstone%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" align="left" height="442" /></a>Genre:</strong> Independent Reader <br />(or my very first URBAN FANTASY) <br /><strong>Edition Reviewed:</strong> Paperback <br /><strong>Amazon:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the sorcerers stone j.k. rowling paperback&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c4020f7c1e452dcc7fe55fad6a47634e" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the sorcerers stone j.k. rowling kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=51f9742b9f93320b2fce661dc55c9852" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><strong>Goodreads:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3.Harry_Potter_and_the_Sorcerer_s_Stone?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone</a> (1)</p> <blockquote> <p>  Harry Potter's life is miserable. His parents are dead and he's stuck with his heartless relatives, who force him to live in a tiny closet under the stairs. But his fortune changes when he receives a letter that tells him the truth about himself: he's a wizard. A mysterious visitor rescues him from his relatives and takes him to his new home, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.</p> <p>After a lifetime of bottling up his magical powers, Harry finally feels like a normal kid. But even within the Wizarding community, he is special. He is the boy who lived: the only person to have ever survived a killing curse inflicted by the evil Lord Voldemort, who launched a brutal takeover of the Wizarding world, only to vanish after failing to kill Harry.</p> <p>Though Harry's first year at Hogwarts is the best of his life, not everything is perfect. There is a dangerous secret object hidden within the castle walls, and Harry believes it's his responsibility to prevent it from falling into evil hands. But doing so will bring him into contact with forces more terrifying than he ever could have imagined.</p> <p>Full of sympathetic characters, wildly imaginative situations, and countless exciting details, the first installment in the series assembles an unforgettable magical world and sets the stage for many high-stakes adventures to come. </p> </blockquote> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><font size="6">Review:</font> <p>There are no words to describe how much this book means to me. No review that could ever do it justice. So I'll attempt something. </p> <p>My story with Harry Potter begins in the 3<sup>rd</sup> grade. Our little school library (and basically any library in my home town) really never got anything new. Until Harry Potter. The only reason I read was because AR Reading (AKA Accelerated Reading, er, reading) I didn't like any of the books and they had me on super low. The teachers I had before deemed that I could not read hardly at all. Barely passing reading homework, but acing my reading tests. The reality was that before the teachers had started to "teach me how to read", I already could. Between my mom reading to me, teaching programs on the computer, Sesame Street, and Between the Lions I was pretty advance long passed the silly children's books I refused to read. Though I was a slow reader. I still am compared to some of the other power readers out there, but it's something I've always loved because I feel like I commit the book to memory better. </p> <p>So I wasn't that into reading after school got done with me, but when Harry Potter hit the library students went insane. There was to be a school wide drawing that would determine who got to check out the book first and then from there who would follow. When I went to put my name in the drawing bowl my teacher actually scoffed at me and told me I wouldn't be able to read it. So of course I put my name in. To my surprise I was the first person drawn out of that bowl. It was the first time I had ever won anything. It was also one of the first times I ever enjoyed a book that was “for school”. Yes it took me a month to devour it. Mainly because it didn't occur to me until halfway through that I could take my AR books home and actually enjoy them. </p> <p>Upon finishing that first Harry Potter book I knew that I was truly a reader. My mom so astonished that she even bought me the other available books at the time. I was a reader! Sadly the library still had limited books I wanted to read and R.L. Stine didn't test for a lot of points. It wasn't until my 5<sup>th</sup> Grade teacher saw me reading a huge paperback for “fun reading” that it was realized that I was a damn good reader. That's another story. </p> <p>I've reread and reread this book many times. Before this latest reread I hadn't picked it up since 2007. Part of it is because I soon became a member of the “real world” and it broke my heart that I would never get my letter via owl ever. Another part is because the final book came out in 2007 and the epic journey that had shaped my youth ended. </p> <p>What prompted me to pick up Harry Potter is that I find myself at a crossroads in life again. A huge struggle and I knew the one book that could help me would be it. The book was even easier to read then ever. I knew my old self would have binged it in a few hours, but with my current struggle that wasn't an option. That's okay. It allowed me to savor the amazing content of this book. </p> <p>Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is a simple setup book and an introduction to the world. Maybe nothing ground breaking happens, but the world of Harry is so unique it is that ground breaking. No one can deny Rowling's unique voice and power over words. </p> <p>I've watched the movies since and I find it fun seeing which lines were jazzed up or down. Which ones were taken away from characters and given to others. I do truly wish Peeves could have been in the movie and I understand why not. Though really it's a shame because of a certain scene with Professor McGonagall many books later. </p> <p>I did find myself quite surprised by how little Dumbledore actually is in this. Besides a few odd speeches and appearances he doesn't come in until the end of the book to make his very famous words that I still live by. So I can only assume my undying love for the crazy old coon comes in the later books. </p> <p>It surprised me how insufferable Hermione was until the troll incident. “But from that moment on, Hermione Granger became their friend. There are some things you can’t share without ending up liking each other, and knocking out a twelve-foot mountain troll is one of them.”</p> <p>What truly surprised me was how much this time around I loved Neville Longbottom. I'd like to say it's not because I know how he turns out. Instead that I've experienced enough of the world to appreciate the klutz in this book who in many ways is truly as brave as Ron, Hermione, and Harry. He's relatable as a kid trying to find his way in life despite his many great fears. Not to mention that even though he lives with his wizarding family he clearly has just as horrible a home life as Harry. </p> <p>I can also see how Harry's bond with Fred and George begins. For such a “simple” book and intro to the world there's a lot of foreshadowing and clues that I never picked up on before. Even during my great reread in 2007 for the final book. </p> <p>So that's my story and review for my great love Harry Potter. I can understand why people may feel disenchanted by this first book. (Though I still think they be fools.) It seems so straightforward and basic. (Though I have a feeling they either heard about the world or watched the movies before appreciating this first book.) My love for Harry Potter has no bounds. It also says something that I used it as my first book reintroducing me back into the world of reading again. As one of my favorite actors (who I deeply miss) states of the books: </p> <blockquote> <p>“When I'm 80 years old and sitting in my rocking chair, I'll be reading Harry Potter. And my family will say to me, “After all this time?” And I will say, “Always.” – Alan Rickman (AKA Professor Snape)</p> </blockquote> <p><font size="6">Content Warning:</font> Huh, I don't think this hits any buttons, my child abuse/cruelty from aunts and uncles. (Not just Harry's.) </p> <p><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" />  <br />5/5 - Forget obsession this book consumed me.  </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="4" width="95%" align="center"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" colspan="3"><strong>Previous book(s) in series:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Reviewed on BW:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Amazon:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Goodreads:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"> <p> Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (1)</p> <p>Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2)</p> <p>Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (3)</p> <p>Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (4)</p> <p>Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix (5)</p> <p>Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (6)</p> <p>Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (7) <br /> <br /></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="33%"> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the sorcerers stone j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4d80a3399c682ce889afda1209180127" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone</a> (1)</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the chamber of secrets j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=ed4cb524a032960d6026a3362e7be254" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets</a> (2)</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the prisoner of azkaban j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=badf61d24df53d97334fd01d40b78a6d" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban</a> (3)</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the goblet of fire j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=343c8b9ef4b1603db0914ca4d0ae99f9" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire</a> (4)</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the order of the pheonix j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1f0510edb2df404b4c79818db45521c5" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix</a> (5)</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the half-blood prince j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=af6d46aff041d3e9f5f82df1d884a658" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince</a> (6)</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=harry potter and the deathly hallows j.k. rowling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=efdea888f01c1c6e689f32df34f93ec0" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows</a> (7)</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="33%"> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3.Harry_Potter_and_the_Sorcerer_s_Stone?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone</a> (1)</p> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/136251.Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets</a> (2)</p> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5.Harry_Potter_and_the_Prisoner_of_Azkaban" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban</a> (3)</p> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6.Harry_Potter_and_the_Goblet_of_Fire" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire</a> (4)</p> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2.Harry_Potter_and_the_Order_of_the_Phoenix" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix</a> (5)</p> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1.Harry_Potter_and_the_Half_Blood_Prince" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince</a> (6)</p> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/136251.Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows" target="_blank">Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows</a> (7)</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border-width: 0px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-17251114003856102372017-05-31T02:00:00.000-06:002017-05-31T02:00:24.442-06:00Cover Coveting (10)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" /></a>  <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><em>***All cover art may not be final.***</em></p> <p>As promised my first official post back is all about the lovely covers! </p> <p>So normally when TV season ends and summer TV starts up we go movie mode. (And I try and catch up/get my hands on the cable shows I miss.) However, I'm actually looking forward to Still Star-Crossed. Shonda's shows can be hit or miss for me, but normally a hit. (Though they sometimes fizzle out the longer they run.) </p> <p>I'm not post dating this post too far a head, so I'll actually get to watch it tonight (AKA Monday night). I'm looking forward to the dramatic after affects of the lovebirds' suicides, especially with this new lore. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">A Dragon of a Different Color</font> by Rachel Aaron</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/128485-heartstrikers" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Heartstrikers Rachel Aaron&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c212bd4a2254d75875305a3d6ec6717d" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=A Dragon of a Different Color by Rachel Aaron&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=381999485155b1d8b18bf87e7d48732f" target="_blank"><img title="A Dragon of a Different Color (Heartstrikers #4)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="A Dragon of a Different Color (Heartstrikers #4)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xVCvGb3EdZo/WSzvKyFB2CI/AAAAAAAAN8o/pVFG95BS9ycrgHKbZ11k4P1FSMPGNGrAgCHM/A%2BDragon%2Bof%2Ba%2BDifferent%2BColor%2B%2B%2528Heartstrikers%2B%25234%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="468" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Heartstrikers, book 4 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31364790-a-dragon-of-a-different-color?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=A Dragon of a Different Color by Rachel Aaron&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=381999485155b1d8b18bf87e7d48732f" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Urban Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />This has a YA cover feel to it, especially when it's tiny. </p> <p>When you don't make it bigger you can't see the dragon made of fire on her shoulder! I thought it was just an odd placement of flames. </p> <p>(Does that sword make anyone else think of Inuyasha?) </p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">A Poison Dark and Drowning</font> by Jessica Cluess</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/171849-kingdom-on-fire" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Kingdom on Fire Jessica Cluess&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=07dac24e944a540c79d5e07a5f6b13a7" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=A Poison Dark and Drowning by Jessica Cluess&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3304bfd52bf895cda29aa25332f4be1c" target="_blank"><img title="A Poison Dark and Drowning" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="A Poison Dark and Drowning" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-76ITjMgXm6w/WSzvLmI1IqI/AAAAAAAAN8s/h_4fnR_GuT0zYTdzL4xt5ihYhZVVLQtDgCHM/A%2BPoison%2BDark%2Band%2BDrowning%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Kingdom on Fire, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33629245-a-poison-dark-and-drowning?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=A Poison Dark and Drowning by Jessica Cluess&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=3304bfd52bf895cda29aa25332f4be1c" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />Well it's another burning flower, but with a drip paint affect too. Cool idea. Though at first I thought the big river of paint was a tare. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">All the Crooked Saints</font> by Maggie Stiefvater</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-L5ZCyys_-AE/WSzvMeBrYOI/AAAAAAAAN8w/MHm1E_0LaxwZX215J3M36MDXtX1b_0uFACHM/s1600-h/All%2Bthe%2BCrooked%2BSaints%255B3%255D"><img title="All the Crooked Saints" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="All the Crooked Saints" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NYNyMsJqMUw/WSzvNGc5_HI/AAAAAAAAN80/K1910D8UPh8ENsLsA_IF6859Fp0cEifpwCHM/All%2Bthe%2BCrooked%2BSaints_thumb%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30025336-all-the-crooked-saints?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=All the Crooked Saints by Maggie Stiefvater&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=bad1d18bf0f5c29e83535734e0a2ed85" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />This wasn't the cover I was expecting, but it works. I love the title typography. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Apex</font> by Mercedes Lackey</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/155211-hunter" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=hunter Mercedes Lackey&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=82dd221791788b0ab681161d1abcfbd4" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Apex by Mercedes Lackey&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9a635be591c622f406b9cd4578adb419" target="_blank"><img title="Apex (Hunter #3) by Mercedes Lackey" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Apex (Hunter #3) by Mercedes Lackey" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_cay_Tx3pWg/WSzvOk7l9KI/AAAAAAAAN84/RjM3M--o2OAzMQmsM0Wcg3fqFFryXfoogCHM/Apex%2B%2528Hunter%2B%25233%2529%2Bby%2BMercedes%2BLackey%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Hunter, book 3 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33785174-apex?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Apex by Mercedes Lackey&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9a635be591c622f406b9cd4578adb419" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />I just love these monster covers!! Look how the type even has its own "claws". </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Before the Devil Breaks You</font> by Libba Bray</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/52550-the-diviners" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the diviners Libba Bray&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=680a2d22db2debae2ce0fd1b145acb06" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Before the Devil Breaks You by Libba Bray&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=081371bbc7452a2dd73503ae145fdca3" target="_blank"><img title="Before the Devil Breaks You (The Diviners #3)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Before the Devil Breaks You (The Diviners #3)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3MNR6y-BCnc/WSzvPfRONjI/AAAAAAAAN88/q6EsQ_ykYzw9mupcI8kGcHZ-VW0iGnBMgCHM/Before%2Bthe%2BDevil%2BBreaks%2BYou%2B%2B%2528The%2BDiviners%2B%25233%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> The Diviners, book 3 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25985241-before-the-devil-breaks-you?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Before the Devil Breaks You by Libba Bray&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=081371bbc7452a2dd73503ae145fdca3" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Paranormal Young Adult <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />Feels like every time the latest book has a cover it's a totally different style. It's super creepy, but very . . . unprofessional. </p> <p>I like the idea, but the end result is a fail. </p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Beneath the Sugar Sky</font> by Seanan McGuire</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/165484-wayward-children" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=wayward children Seanan McGuire&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5ee7f7452704e81c6c6a3222f35895dc" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Beneath the Sugar Sky by Seanan McGuire&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=aeeabd0523200a87f64e250450197aaa" target="_blank"><img title="Beneath the Sugar Sky (Wayward Children #3)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Beneath the Sugar Sky (Wayward Children #3)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR07tVzX-dB9juaDkJTESgDXMBjqXd4pOArXa13fw6jHkbxajU2gIxTeClEaW1lM2SZiEoP_yTzSXhqHnYX8WCA5Z1EVtL6e97Z7AgcuGqywSNW386Wl7U8fVRI_Gh4TKu1WL3QPXW-wx7/?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Wayward Children, book 3  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27366528-beneath-the-sugar-sky?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Beneath the Sugar Sky by Seanan McGuire&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=aeeabd0523200a87f64e250450197aaa" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />I really liked the other covers in the series a lot! I thought when the sky themed one came it would be . . . more. It's still very cool, but . . . I loved the other ones so much more. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Black Bird of the Gallows</font> by Meg Kassel</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Black Bird of the Gallows by Meg Kassel&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c13f4666eaf384667adca4b82be11448" target="_blank"><img title="Black Bird of the Gallows" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Black Bird of the Gallows" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NX83lG1qMFs/WSzvQtDSUDI/AAAAAAAAN9E/pMYosxrnEREKhz_pqbxovQF55F3C3qstgCHM/Black%2BBird%2Bof%2Bthe%2BGallows%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33509076-black-bird-of-the-gallows?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Black Bird of the Gallows by Meg Kassel&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=c13f4666eaf384667adca4b82be11448" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Paranormal Young Adult <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />Just when you think blackbirds can't get any creepier, but in an artsy way. Very cool job on the wings. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Ever After</font> by Aya Ling</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/162749-unfinished-fairy-tales" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ever After by Aya Ling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=548f5f506c543e33ce54e6784d7564db" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ever After by Aya Ling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=435e3e5896d0eb4e2200bdbf933ef8f9" target="_blank"><img title="Ever After (Unfinished Fairy Tales #3)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ever After (Unfinished Fairy Tales #3)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kZYy53Vpr4g/WSzvRWg6seI/AAAAAAAAN9I/IuLPiUqKyLcJoX5YrfqO3xERYYDWZSCFACHM/Ever%2BAfter%2B%2B%2528Unfinished%2BFairy%2BTales%2B%25233%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="468" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Unfinished Fairytales, book 3 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33557443-ever-after?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ever After by Aya Ling&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=435e3e5896d0eb4e2200bdbf933ef8f9" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />This is a cover that makes me tired of dresses. It's pretty and all, so points for that. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Ever the Brave</font> by Erin Summerill</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ever the Brave by Erin Summerill&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b63a67b4ba0c3da8a18ca43e728b325b" target="_blank"><img title="Ever the Brave (Clash of Kingdoms #2)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ever the Brave (Clash of Kingdoms #2)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-whI75ddQRBM/WSzvR6UULOI/AAAAAAAAN9M/OUrCxAFs1_8bxFPnQBXVag_8Cd6poijdgCHM/Ever%2Bthe%2BBrave%2B%2B%2528Clash%2Bof%2BKingdoms%2B%25232%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Clash of the Kingdoms, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33413892-ever-the-brave?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ever the Brave by Erin Summerill&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b63a67b4ba0c3da8a18ca43e728b325b" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult High Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />I love covers with gorgeous artwork and the ones that rely solely on beautiful typography. </p> <p>It's hard to beat the stunning white and gold, but the red and gold is pretty rich. </p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Freed by Flame and Storm</font> by Becky Allen</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/143476-bound-by-blood-and-sand" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=bound by blood and sand Becky Allen&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=24f82e4d6adfec478039270326ca939d" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Freed by Flame and Storm by Becky Allen&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=f70c10f939a157336cb0c19e850fa48a" target="_blank"><img title="Freed by Flame and Storm (Bound by Blood and Sand #2)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Freed by Flame and Storm (Bound by Blood and Sand #2)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BWYeZd54cB0/WSzvSquaiAI/AAAAAAAAN9Q/t0OrdJHXeugI1T6g69kB2FFLoiGibklawCHM/Freed%2Bby%2BFlame%2Band%2BStorm%2B%2B%2528Bound%2Bby%2BBlood%2Band%2BSand%2B%25232%2529%255B4%255D?imgmax=800" width="296" height="453" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"> <p><strong>Series:</strong> Bound by Blood and Sand, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24157159-freed-by-flame-and-storm?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Freed by Flame and Storm by Becky Allen&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=f70c10f939a157336cb0c19e850fa48a" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult High Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br />        <br />I loved the first book and I'm thrilled to see the cover for this second book cover to drop. Because that means the next book is coming! </p> <p>However, this is another wonderful series with a crappy cover. I don't care about the cover quality, give me the content! However, others do and I feel like many readers didn't give it a try because of the less then stellar cover art. </p> <p>Look at that title font! </p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border: 0px currentcolor; border-image: none;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-56694280580924858132017-05-30T02:00:00.000-06:002017-05-30T02:00:38.581-06:00Back Again<p>I know, I know another long gap of no posting. This time for a good reason. Long story short I had an accident and developed a case of tinnitus (AKA ear ringing and noise) back in December. It's never really let up and with winter gone the noisy things in the house went away and I was left to silence. AKA no longer silence as the ringing in my head is loud and worse then before. Another long story that I'll skip. </p> <p>I've had a hard time reading. So I've started up reading again and will be posting again. Gotta do the things that keep you sane. </p> <p>Guess what I'll be posting about first? Covers!! (Of course.) </p> <p>If you're an author I'm working through my emails and will be replying back. Sorry for any late responses. </p> <p>If you're in the states hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend!</p> <p>Oh, and happy summer reading! Looks like a lot of great books are slated to come out! </p>Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-91875551795983927402017-03-07T07:00:00.000-07:002017-03-07T07:00:45.135-07:00Author Update Rachel Caine!<a title="Author Gossip" href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Author%20Gossip" target="_blank"><img style="float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0aGS8aOjlanT_Omf6zm9sAiqqu6FdJsEauoUo-PU3qRRLHeHPQsL6xwUXLBbg5eJJQwBZhp4TRw3p1oK0zpTj8FUsjYRZ3fA_fEaA9sWRWJPX0q6datOpsDz4-V0ndzw_pBQouJLsMnl-/s800/Authorgossip1.jpg" /></a>  <p>Heads up this week's posts will be a little slim. However, great news just popped into my mailbox from author Rachel Caine.   </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <blockquote> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=ink and bone rachel caine&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=73db01c40dade5da8106aa63f31c5636" target="_blank"><img title="Ink and Bone (The Great Library #1)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: left; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Ink and Bone (The Great Library #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-slrGw2zUJe4/WL4n2VHmeSI/AAAAAAAAN7s/P5H-lR4jJfA/Ink%252520and%252520Bone%252520%252520%252528The%252520Great%252520Library%252520%2525231%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="164" align="left" height="244" /></a>Rachel is very pleased to announce that the Great Library series, which was originally planned for three books, is now extending to five volumes ... because when you're telling a story this big, you need a bigger canvas. If you haven't started the Great Library series yet, you're <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=paper and fire rachel caine&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e00204da1482b22c26abffd7ea7432dd" target="_blank"><img title="Paper and Fire (The Great Library #2)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: right; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Paper and Fire (The Great Library #2)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jOE374wNPH4/WL4n3AhCo8I/AAAAAAAAN7w/vulaeCL5U0E/Paper%252520and%252520Fire%252520%252520%252528The%252520Great%252520Library%252520%2525232%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="164" align="right" height="244" /></a>in for an epic read: a journey through a rich alternate world where the Great Library of Alexandria never burned, books are sacred, and knowledge is the ultimate power.</p> <p>"I'm thrilled to get to expand and continue Jess's story," says Rachel. "It's such a huge world and concept, and as a writer, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=ash and quill rachel caine&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=eabbe0cb86c7e4859f9fb2dca7d5cc3a" target="_blank"><img title="Ash and Quill (The Great Library #3)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: left; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Ash and Quill (The Great Library #3)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XBg9kn4mMQ4/WL4n37q46tI/AAAAAAAAN70/DwCyuP-Pcms/Ash%252520and%252520Quill%252520%252520%252528The%252520Great%252520Library%252520%2525233%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="163" align="left" height="244" /></a>getting to play with concepts like these, and characters I love, is a dream come true. Can't wait for you all to read ASH AND QUILL, and I'm hard at work on Book 4 this summer!"</p> </blockquote> <p>I faithfully buy each book, but I haven't read them yet. Normally I get nervous when a trilogy expands. So I hope it fits well. Either way I'm excited for more lovely covers. </p> <p>Congrats Rachel Caine. </p> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-16850338815695676492017-03-03T02:00:00.000-07:002017-03-03T02:00:06.145-07:00Cover Coveting (5)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img style="float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" /></a>  <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><em>***All cover art may not be final.***</em></p> <p>Actually not sure what random thing to put here. So I'll cut to the chase: Let's look at the last batch of covers for the week!</p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">Exiled</font> by Amanda Carlson</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/176174-phoebe-meadows" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Phoebe Meadows Amanda Carlson&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=10a4f4458f24adaff33b423d81502cbc" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Phoebe Meadows Amanda Carlson&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=10a4f4458f24adaff33b423d81502cbc" target="_blank"><img title="Exiled (Phoebe Meadows #3) by Amanda Carlson" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Exiled (Phoebe Meadows #3) by Amanda Carlson" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rk4HJPUXL1s/WLT2qAeeNDI/AAAAAAAAN60/genidrjkGjU/Exiled%252520%252528Phoebe%252520Meadows%252520%2525233%252529%252520by%252520Amanda%252520Carlson%25255B4%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="296" height="462" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Pheobe Meadows, book 3 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34353256-exiled?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | Amazon <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Urban Fantasy/PNR <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Ooooooooo, the cover art keeps becoming better with each new release! <br /> <br />Love this one. Not to mention the title! </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Ringer</font> by Lauren Oliver</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/170096-replica" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=replica Lauren Oliver&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=87a63a240cbd48daedc6709efad52734" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ringer by Lauren Oliver&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=86cc1582df09b7f9ec9b0071c6e8bcad" target="_blank"><img title="Ringer (Replica #2)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Ringer (Replica #2)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D6-DQD0EkZ4/WLT2q8pThpI/AAAAAAAAN64/SfBtHFlfaL0/Ringer%252520%252520%252528Replica%252520%2525232%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Replica, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ringer by Lauren Oliver&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=86cc1582df09b7f9ec9b0071c6e8bcad" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ringer by Lauren Oliver&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=86cc1582df09b7f9ec9b0071c6e8bcad" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Dystopian <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Fits the first book well. I wish the body of the butter fly was there. It feels off that the antenna is there without it. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Spellbinder</font> by Thea Harrison</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/190216-moonshadow" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=moonshadow Thea Harrison&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=d799d0ae3afcd4d71059a2037f370d82" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=moonshadow Thea Harrison&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=d799d0ae3afcd4d71059a2037f370d82" target="_blank"><img title="Spellbinder (Moonshadow #2) by Thea Harrison" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Spellbinder (Moonshadow #2) by Thea Harrison" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-T4A85yD4NlY/WLT255jexzI/AAAAAAAAN68/YvYIFM99yCM/Spellbinder-Moonshadow-2-by-Thea-Har%25255B1%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Moonshadow, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33980043-spellbinder?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | Amazon <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Paranormal Romance <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Meh. Except why he is he wearing a jacket at all? It just looks stupid. Made the shirtless man covers worse. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">The Hawkweed Prophecy</font> by Irena Brignull</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Hawkweed Prophecy by Irena Brignull&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e1af5ca96e16f9e9a08e2751989d483e" target="_blank"><img title="The Hawkweed Legacy" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="The Hawkweed Legacy" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZjgoySToB9M/WLT26iFCICI/AAAAAAAAN7A/DHBbAkKq0CE/The-Hawkweed-Legacy4.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29241212-the-hawkweed-prophecy" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Hawkweed Prophecy by Irena Brignull&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e1af5ca96e16f9e9a08e2751989d483e" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> N/A <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />I'm confused if this is a new cover for a makeover or not. The way it's listed in both amazon and goodreads is odd. <br /> <br />It is lovely, but I truly like the original cover. This one is a stunner though. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Wicked Kiss</font> by Rebecca Zanetti</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/142331-realm-enforcers" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=realm enforcers Rebecca Zanetti&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=0a4dc2f1fdc0b149955302ff691fb312" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Wicked Kiss by Rebecca Zanetti&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=52557c0574a5b15bd61623acff04b8fa" target="_blank"><img title="Wicked Kiss (Realm Enforcers #4)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Wicked Kiss (Realm Enforcers #4)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Y_2UmujD6dc/WLT27kvyJ8I/AAAAAAAAN7E/jDoUXH_ioxs/Wicked-Kiss--Realm-Enforcers-44.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Realm Enforcers, book 4 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30621511-wicked-kiss?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Wicked Kiss by Rebecca Zanetti&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=52557c0574a5b15bd61623acff04b8fa" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Paranormal Romance  <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Yikes. I liked the first 3 covers. This is bad. What is with all the overlays. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-49574287663069120512017-03-02T02:00:00.000-07:002017-03-02T02:00:12.455-07:00Review: Mechanic<p><strong>Mechanic (Breeders, book 2) by Alexa Riley</strong></p> <a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gG9Rs4ZvU74/WLOyBdQwf1I/AAAAAAAAN5o/eAWZfzPJG7Y/s1600-h/Mechanic%252520%252520%252528Breeding%252520%2525232%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="Mechanic (Breeding #2)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: left; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Mechanic (Breeding #2)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YuBvWBUFgJs/WLOyCZ-9P6I/AAAAAAAAN5s/xFkOqzBDq1A/Mechanic%252520%252520%252528Breeding%252520%2525232%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" align="left" height="471" /></a> <p><strong>Genre:</strong> Contemporary Erotica (Breeder genre) <br /><strong>Edition Reviewed:</strong> Ebook <br /><strong>Amazon:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=mechanic alexa riley paperback&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b95af7ae63189bb057e091b420b9b0e1" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=mechanic alexa riley kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=9aace668170125e557c45b64b69faa92" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><strong>Goodreads:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27556157-mechanic?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Mechanic</a> (1)</p> <blockquote> <p>Everything was fine until that innocent little rich girl walked into my garage. Since the second I laid my eyes on her, all I've wanted to do is get my dirty hands on her pure body. <br /></p> <p>There's one minor obstacle standing in my way, but I've got a plan. All I've got to do is claim her, and she’ll be mine forever. <br /></p> <p>Warning: This book is over-the-top, insta-love. There's nothing but steamy scenes, babies trying to be made, and an obsessed bearded alpha hero claiming a virgin who will be his forever. If you want it hot and dirty, this is it! <br />*whispers* There's a sweet smutty surprise at the end! </p> </blockquote> <p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /></p> <p><font size="6">Review:</font> </p> <p>So I picked this one up to get the same giggles out of it as I did with Coach. I was also a bit curious. Sadly where I found the geek humor hilarious in Coach there wasn't too much I could laugh about here. In fact, I think the whole book took itself a little too seriously. This was a darker tale. </p> <p>I did however find other things about the book funny. Such as her legs being called “stems”. Something about his penis smiling and other things. So . . . it was more because it was bad writing and horrible sexual descriptions.</p> <p>There is a nice short story in the back for the other couple in this book, so that's nice. Though I have to wonder, yes the appeal is Breeders. BUT why do all the girls have to be virgins? -_- I get it, it's a genre onto itself. Yet, it always seems to be the way. </p> <p>Anywho. Even for laughs I don't think I'll be reading the next book. It's going to be more awkward sex wording, breeder awkward stuff, and virgins. (Just watch the next one will have a girl who actually slept with one other guy.) Yeah, I think I'm out. </p> <p><font size="6">Content Warning:</font> You guessed it sexual content. </p> <p><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" />   <br />1/5 - Couldn't finish it or wished I hadn't. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="4" width="95%" align="center"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" colspan="3"><strong>Previous book(s) in series:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Reviewed on BW:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Amazon:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Goodreads:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%">Coach (1) <br />Mechanic (2) <br />Thief (3) <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=coach Alexa Riley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2e1f8a22f3cd8a2d233df652eb5d185c" target="_blank">Coach</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=mechanic Alexa Riley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=dde0c0056d0024c20322c06bd6338cf9" target="_blank">Mechanic</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=thief Alexa Riley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=90a404e2b3274b437dc5b4a024448bdd" target="_blank">Thief</a> (3)</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26310515-coach" target="_blank">Coach</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27556157-mechanic" target="_blank">Mechanic</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28467898-thief" target="_blank">Thief</a> (3)</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-42591362862125187242017-03-01T02:00:00.000-07:002017-03-01T02:00:25.761-07:00Wednesday Wishes<p><img style="float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigzZCQTleAd0ga22Cx84r80c3Q5K3vDiZeDIYF4UDwxIJYu2ZYLeBt2lrg5puVDJQDTXAOXYRVj_RNnVFLVI8LB_55-QXy7_6NXvQRiRkhcgTQzLrRUntAT6OqKWJQIGYmExN2jWy6O937/s800/wednesdaywishes1.jpg" /></p> <p>Currently watching <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=the 9th life of louis drax&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e97f20fdd9f4c9ce4798ce176d2a45b8" target="_blank">The 9th Life of Louis Drax</a>, apparently it was a book. I figured out the twist, but it was still ambitious. If you want something different I suggest it. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /><font size="6">Shattered Souls</font> by Delilah Devlin <p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=shattered souls by Delilah Devlin&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5cfbb3ef83a0964a5483879fe371a23a" target="_blank"><img title="Shattered Souls (Caitlyn O’Connell #1)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: left; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Shattered Souls (Caitlyn O’Connell #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uQACHMZioQo/WLO2DWXFP8I/AAAAAAAAN6E/UhR9XjlbJyU/Image.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" align="left" height="439" /></a>Get it:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=shattered souls by Delilah Devlin&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=5cfbb3ef83a0964a5483879fe371a23a" target="_blank">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16110697-shattered-souls" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Urban Fantasy <br /><strong>Series:</strong> Caitlyn O’Connell, book 1</p> <blockquote> <p><b>When her mentor is brutally murdered by a supernatural force, an alcoholic former cop turns to her past lovers—her ex-partner and a powerful sorcerer—to help her hunt down a demon terrorizing Memphis.</b></p> <p>Caitlyn O’Connell had it all: a career with the Memphis PD, a passionate marriage, and the satisfaction that her work made a difference in the world. But she also had a secret, a supernatural “gift” that cost her everything. Now she scrapes by as a private investigator, taking cases the cops won’t touch and counting down the minutes until happy hour. But when Sam Pierce, her former partner and estranged ex-husband, comes to her for help with a bizarre murder case, Cait can’t say no. And not just because Sam is still as irresistibly sexy as he was on the day they met. Something sinister—and demonic—is terrorizing Memphis, leaving a bloody trail of bodies and clues only Cait can read. Together she and Sam will venture into a dark world of magic and unholy terror, hunting a killer who will lead them to the brink of reality as they know it—and back into the thrall of their stormy past. Steamy and suspenseful, Shattered Souls is the pulse-quickening new offering from romance author Delilah Devlin.</p> </blockquote> <p>Another title I completely forgot about it. Dug this one up out of my poor future purchases pile. </p> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-83489861536076876872017-02-28T02:00:00.000-07:002017-02-28T02:00:03.253-07:00Review: Coach<p><strong>Coach (Breeders, book 1) by Alexa Riley</strong></p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=coach Alexa Riley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2e1f8a22f3cd8a2d233df652eb5d185c" target="_blank"><img title="Coach (Breeding #1)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: left; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Coach (Breeding #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-f_vueLEoBmw/WLOtCcwiX2I/AAAAAAAAN5M/nGUWVP_McP8/Coach%252520%252520%252528Breeding%252520%2525231%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" align="left" height="442" /></a> <p><strong>Genre:</strong> Contemporary Erotica (Breeder genre) <br /><strong>Edition Reviewed:</strong> Ebook <br /><strong>Amazon:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=coach alexa riley paperback&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b2aa169f0fe3ff8f0b332ef78d047714" target="_blank">Paperback</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=coach alexa riley kindle&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=878729cac3da889e0c29b45a51120cf1" target="_blank">Kindle</a> <br /><strong>Goodreads:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26310515-coach" target="_blank">Coach</a> (1)</p> <blockquote> <p>Retiring from the NFL was the right decision, and at thirty years old, I've done things most people could only dream of. After all I've accomplished, coaching high school football should be easy...but when you've got a distraction in the form of a nerdy girl with curves, things can get complicated. <br />She's a student, she's barely legal, and she's my best friend’s daughter. <br />I didn't know what desire was until Megan. I had no idea obsession could drive someone insane, until I saw her. I wasn't prepared for the fact that once I laid eyes on Megan my life would really begin.</p> <p>I have to have her, no matter what the cost. I have to breed her and bind her to me so tightly she can't ever get away. She'll be mine, even if I have to take her.</p> <p><i>Warning: this book is ridiculous, over the top, completely unbelievable, and pretty much just about breeding the heroine. If you're okay with that, welcome to my dirty, dirty book! Just remember, I warned you.</i></p> </blockquote> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /><font size="6">Review:</font> <p>Breeders. Who knew that was a thing? I didn't. However, after discovering the crazy world of monster erotica nothing should surprise me at this point. Childbearing has never been something that has interested me. The whole idea, ordeal, and result does not thrill me. Imagine my surprise upon finding that I was curious after reading the synopsis and wanted to find out what Breeder Erotica was like. </p> <p>In the hands of another author I probably would have bashed out my brains right away. Instead I felt like I was reading a comedy! I laughed so much. From the hilarious female lead's geeky humor and the sex scenes. I'm sure I was supposed to take the sex parts more seriously, but I couldn't. Don't get me wrong the writing is not bad, however the sexual descriptions and terms weren't for me. So I ended up laughing more than anything else. </p> <p>Which is fine. I think sex and comedy go hand and hand. Heck there are tons of humorous erotica themed books out there. Normally I don't find them funny. More like they're trying too hard. However, I think because Coach is probably not supposed to be a total comedy is why it felt effortlessly funny to me. </p> <p>Overall I think it depends on the person as to what they'll think. While the way the female lead accepted her relationship makes for a happy ending and fits with the laughability of the book, I think it was very unrealistic. At least a punch should have come flying. Father's should always have the urge to punch the man screwing their daughters. Either way try it out, it's short and at the very least has brilliant nerd humor. (Despite my low rating I feel compelled to laugh at the next book.)</p> <p><font size="6">Content Warning:</font> Well there's lots of explicit sex. So she's not a minor, but she was still in school. Laughable sexual descriptions that may annoy some. Unrealistic sexual things and resolved to ending. However, aren't all these sexy time books a fantasy? ^_-</p> <p><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3ch5JmF3CgbJzZZVgc-9leiHfCIGLBJ9AMYJs3P4KddNyjMr3WisQfFlvsUE8bONnKrG8Mx_WSYchnw2U3g20_q6lI9i-0SCvUZkKIZtBpELTdV91uNQ9KpCeVapNpeZB83ernK9lGT8/s800/ratingstar.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" /><img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyAD_XpAFb4a1zZSJsnrLWqKyASZrUcxo3vkAxTLaGwwUgTYcgcl7DnuSDe499Zs_GR4hyphenhyphenY7miXmLIKu1kAo_IYA6EICnB1iZxARlRYMJWSu_8t7Y1r1F7ydTHY0-VXeOuuLeBArRcwzrI/s800/ratingstar_sad.jpg" width="46" height="46" />   <br /> 1/5 - Couldn't finish it or wished I hadn't. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" size="0" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="4" width="95%" align="center"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" colspan="3"><strong>Previous book(s) in series:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Reviewed on BW:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Amazon:</strong></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><strong>Goodreads:</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="33%">Coach (1) <br />Mechanic (2) <br />Thief (3) <br /> <br /></td> <td valign="top" width="33%"> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=coach Alexa Riley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2e1f8a22f3cd8a2d233df652eb5d185c" target="_blank">Coach</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=mechanic Alexa Riley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=dde0c0056d0024c20322c06bd6338cf9" target="_blank">Mechanic</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=thief Alexa Riley&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=90a404e2b3274b437dc5b4a024448bdd" target="_blank">Thief</a> (3)</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="33%"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26310515-coach" target="_blank">Coach</a> (1) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27556157-mechanic" target="_blank">Mechanic</a> (2) <br /><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28467898-thief" target="_blank">Thief</a> (3)</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-37379045722906181442017-02-27T02:00:00.000-07:002017-02-27T02:00:24.480-07:00Cover Coveting (4)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img style="float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" /></a>  <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><em>***All cover art may not be final.***</em></p> <p>What am I watching right now while typing this post? Manchester by the Sea. Yeah. It's an important safety lesson. </p> <p>Slim picking for covers so I'm breaking the small amount up into two posts. </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">Ally</font> by Anna Banks</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/177887-nemesis" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Nemesis Anna Banks&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=31a1ab0a01fd8ce7805ef44f77960448" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ally by Anna Banks&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=37e9fb05548bb50f87ebf2b3a2dede45" target="_blank"><img title="ally by anna banks" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="ally by anna banks" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4oB30fmtmbM/WLJJA53R9CI/AAAAAAAAN4g/h0WmD1t8O_Y/ally%252520by%252520anna%252520banks%25255B4%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Nemesis, book 2  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33158530-ally?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ally by Anna Banks&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=37e9fb05548bb50f87ebf2b3a2dede45" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />This is not what I thought it would be for the next book cover. It's cool, don't get me wrong. However, it doesn't really fit the series. I wonder if this means the series is getting makeover or if each book will have a totally different cover. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Black Bird of the Gallows</font> by Meg Kassel</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Black Bird of the Gallows by Meg Kassel&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=12a81b64ad46157629ad91c99fdfdb0e" target="_blank"><img title="Black Bird of the Gallows" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Bird of the Gallows" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iDm_hfTosxY/WLJJB7dzpEI/AAAAAAAAN4k/yKVy0BExh5o/Black%252520Bird%252520of%252520the%252520Gallows%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33509076-black-bird-of-the-gallows?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Black Bird of the Gallows by Meg Kassel&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=12a81b64ad46157629ad91c99fdfdb0e" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Paranormal Young Adult <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Heck! Yes! This is absolutely stunning. I love what they've weaved and worked into those bird feathers. Very cool. <br /> <br />I also love the typography. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Cormorant Run</font> by Lilith Saintcrow</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Cormorant Run by Lilith Saintcrow&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2314cd16e52270928094b2e900387dab" target="_blank"><img title="Cormorant Run by Lilith Saintcrow" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Cormorant Run by Lilith Saintcrow" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DqRUhxVvMlM/WLJJDb2jM9I/AAAAAAAAN4o/M4hMUGx7pXI/Cormorant%252520Run%252520by%252520Lilith%252520Saintcrow%25255B4%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32489573-cormorant-run?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Cormorant Run by Lilith Saintcrow&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2314cd16e52270928094b2e900387dab" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Science Fiction <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />This looks awesome. The only thing that screams sci-fi is the gun. Which seems to be the pattern. Either the covers scream sci-fi or it's just a futuristic gun that gives it away. <br /> <br />I love how her body and white sure are blending/blinding away into the white lights. <br /> <br />Oh, and what's with the snake on her wrist? </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Devils & Thieves</font> by Jennifer Rush</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=0316390895&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=131aa572633aae55e4e860813b40a2ba" target="_blank"><img title="Devils & Thieves" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Devils & Thieves" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-P0kDq85Ic30/WLJJEceBqLI/AAAAAAAAN4s/dTJw2Setaw4/Devils%252520%252526%252520Thieves%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25843018-devils-thieves?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=0316390895&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=131aa572633aae55e4e860813b40a2ba" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Urban Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Biker gangs bookworms! Ha-ha. this is an interesting cover. I really love the texture and feel of the leather jacket. Reminds me how awesome the textures are on the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=talon julie kagawa&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=2ea737833fbe5351c33246540c59dc01" target="_blank">Talon</a> series. <br /> <br />I'm vibing the texture covers. More please? <br /> <br />Also I love that the title is part of the cover art. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-57197791007291852882017-02-23T02:00:00.000-07:002017-02-23T02:00:17.428-07:00Cover Coveting (7)<p align="center"><a href="http://shera-bookwhispers.blogspot.com/search/label/Cover%20Coveting" target="_blank"><img style="float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7D34JdT5EHNPQQqlFy7TRDGDUmNDe0VUK32LJcHl9-Il-kYCsQ1Xuj0SxOiQKnrCO-ZK4in8TfzIIc0MO9hRdDyckJdDcCgkPunE05SDYok8TJaPZ89kmjgTKdjQj5HSN96N5qRMf3zU_/s800/covercoveting.jpg" /></a>  <br /><font size="1">Cover art is found from <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/" target="_blank">Goodreads</a>, <a href="http://wickedscribes.wordpress.com" target="_blank">Wicked Scribes</a>, <a href="http://allthingsuf.com/" target="_blank">ATUF</a>, social networks, and other sources. <br /></font><em>***All cover art may not be final.***</em></p> <p>"From time to time, you cross my mind!" </p> <p>I'm still currently on a huge drama binge. If you're a drama fan, can you guess what drama OST that's from? ^_-</p> <p>Now let us look at some pretty covers. FYI I'm watching <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=keeping up with the the jone's movie&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=cd2c15964a900b6bc2ef2ccbff27c71d" target="_blank">Keeping Up With the Jone's</a> and I really like. So funny! </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /> <p><font size="6">One Dark Throne</font> by Kendare Blake</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/136654-three-dark-crowns" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=three dark crowns Kendare Blake&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=b50907bec4f9ae4300246d3e28dd4ed1" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=One Dark Throne by Kendare Blake&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=74c39dff539b2f32b131cd4307bef545" target="_blank"><img title="One Dark Throne (Three Dark Crowns #2)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="One Dark Throne (Three Dark Crowns #2)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Z5XDrngVhXw/WKu8IDLAM0I/AAAAAAAAN3Y/USvPelX8Qvw/One%252520Dark%252520Throne%252520%252520%252528Three%252520Dark%252520Crowns%252520%2525232%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Three Dark Crowns, book 2 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29923707-one-dark-throne?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=One Dark Throne by Kendare Blake&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=74c39dff539b2f32b131cd4307bef545" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult High Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Throne covers are either badass and awesome, or tacky and cheap. This falls into the last. I was really hoping for something more. <br /> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Royal Bastards</font> by Andrew Shvarts</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Royal Bastards by Andrew Shvarts&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=012b5645b2fec1c3b57a63890fb9b24b" target="_blank"><img title="Royal Bastards" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Royal Bastards" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JUVgNGybRog/WKu8JK64GBI/AAAAAAAAN3c/4Yz6nhyBXDc/Royal%252520Bastards%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="442" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25752041-royal-bastards?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Royal Bastards by Andrew Shvarts&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=012b5645b2fec1c3b57a63890fb9b24b" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Oh, dear. Another throne cover! However, I love the vector style of it. <br /> <br />I don't like the pairing of the type art. The typography is great though. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">The Glass Spare</font> by Lauren DeStefano</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Glass Spare by Lauren DeStefano&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4b69b67860ff0428d7c8e8e19d83ad31" target="_blank"><img title="The Glass Spare (The Glass Spare #1)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="The Glass Spare (The Glass Spare #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UrIPo8uWtf4/WKu8JzawaMI/AAAAAAAAN3g/zaiWDsikWkM/The%252520Glass%252520Spare%252520%252520%252528The%252520Glass%252520Spare%252520%2525231%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="434" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> The Glass Spare, book 1 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29622131-the-glass-spare?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Glass Spare by Lauren DeStefano&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4b69b67860ff0428d7c8e8e19d83ad31" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />I love the idea, but hate the artwork. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">The Hunt</font> by Chloe Neill</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/138248-devil-s-isle" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Devil's Isle Chloe Neill&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=31764e7936e27fb3370d3df5db4f7371" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Hunt by Chloe Neill&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e5acb1d27cdc15b4894da7e733c31c6c" target="_blank"><img title="The Hunt (Devil's Isle #3)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="The Hunt (Devil's Isle #3)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1PgTv_thty8/WKu8K0a3qEI/AAAAAAAAN3k/6kX3MSjuuxI/The%252520Hunt%252520%252520%252528Devil%252527s%252520Isle%252520%2525233%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Devil's Isle, book 3 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/33029145-the-hunt?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Hunt by Chloe Neill&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=e5acb1d27cdc15b4894da7e733c31c6c" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Urban Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />Oooooooo, I really love this cover! Fits the series well and I feel like the cover model's face is more natural. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">Ruin of Angels</font> by Max Gladstone</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/series/91029-craft-sequence" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=craft sequence Max Gladstone&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=7c31b65ea46666dcbdbb0e0b302b5778" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ruin of Angels by Max Gladstone&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=846704613462e1f0e173f8fd9a1592ef" target="_blank"><img title="The Ruin of Angels (Craft Sequence #6)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="The Ruin of Angels (Craft Sequence #6)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FYERPyD9c70/WKu8LqFgcMI/AAAAAAAAN3o/moQng9x1JjE/The%252520Ruin%252520of%252520Angels%252520%252520%252528Craft%252520Sequence%252520%2525236%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="471" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Craft Sequence, book 6 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31433704-the-ruin-of-angels?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Ruin of Angels by Max Gladstone&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=846704613462e1f0e173f8fd9a1592ef" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Urban Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />This is such a different art style from the previous books. I love it, but I don't like the change away from the other style. (You know I'm stickler for consistency.) <br /> <br />I think the art style is changing because Gladstone is going self pub? I don't see a publisher in the spot. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">The Traitor's Kiss</font> by Erin Beaty</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Traitor's Kiss by Erin Beaty&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1e3734d170beb98bfe567d092256d254" target="_blank"><img title="The Traitor's Kiss (Traitor's Trilogy #1)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="The Traitor's Kiss (Traitor's Trilogy #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-L2MVqlAhmF8/WKu8Mgh0JgI/AAAAAAAAN3s/81CEG7ktmGc/The%252520Traitor%252527s%252520Kiss%252520%252520%252528Traitor%252527s%252520Trilogy%252520%2525231%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> Traitor's Trilogy, book 1 <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29346870-the-traitor-s-kiss?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=The Traitor's Kiss by Erin Beaty&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=1e3734d170beb98bfe567d092256d254" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Fantasy <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />I have a weakness for flower covers, and daggers. This is such a lovely cover. <br /> <br />I can smell the roses. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><font size="6">There's Someone Inside Your House</font> by Stephanie Perkins</p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%">Previous book(s) in series:</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="95%"> <p align="center">Goodreads | Amazon</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br clear="all" /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="95%" align="center" bgcolor="#161616" border="0"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="50%"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=There's Someone Inside Your House by Stephanie Perkins&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4e935febe2168a41017ab65ec13ec975" target="_blank"><img title="There's Someone Inside Your House" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="There's Someone Inside Your House" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xOI3M36ZP6c/WKu8NDaB0iI/AAAAAAAAN3w/R_f3RqAL7Hs/There%252527s%252520Someone%252520Inside%252520Your%252520House%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" height="445" /></a></td> <td valign="top" width="50%"><strong>Series:</strong> N/A  <br /> <br /><strong>Add it:</strong> <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15797848-there-s-someone-inside-your-house?ac=1&from_search=true" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=There's Someone Inside Your House by Stephanie Perkins&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4e935febe2168a41017ab65ec13ec975" target="_blank">Amazon</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> Young Adult Horror. <br /> <br /><strong>Shera’s thoughts:</strong> <br /> <br />For a book claiming to be the YA Scream I was expecting more. But I don't know what. <br /> <br />Like the simplicity of it. Bold choice. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7620280551923281600.post-42299099444028560462017-02-22T02:00:00.000-07:002017-02-22T02:00:17.629-07:00Wednesday Wishes<p><img style="float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigzZCQTleAd0ga22Cx84r80c3Q5K3vDiZeDIYF4UDwxIJYu2ZYLeBt2lrg5puVDJQDTXAOXYRVj_RNnVFLVI8LB_55-QXy7_6NXvQRiRkhcgTQzLrRUntAT6OqKWJQIGYmExN2jWy6O937/s800/wednesdaywishes1.jpg" /></p> <p>I decided to dig deep into my future purchases shelf. There was an overwhelming amount to pick from, but I picked one that I keep forgetting about. Yet when I find it I always get so excited about it! </p> <hr color="#c5bc51" /><font size="6">Sasha</font> by Joel Shepherd <p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Sasha by Joel Shepherd&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4f7fa33b9c486c88cacbc05e3e330388" target="_blank"><img title="Sasha (A Trial of Blood & Steel #1) new cover" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: left; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Sasha (A Trial of Blood & Steel #1) new cover" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--hNA4ZQwL_0/WKuqhsqMWgI/AAAAAAAAN20/fK-_nsD5qvA/Sasha%252520%252520%252528A%252520Trial%252520of%252520Blood%252520%252526%252520Steel%252520%2525231%252529%252520new%252520cover%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="296" align="left" height="448" /></a>Get it:</strong> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=Sasha by Joel Shepherd&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=4f7fa33b9c486c88cacbc05e3e330388" target="_blank">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6473534-sasha" target="_blank">Goodreads</a> <br /><strong>Genre:</strong> High Fantasy <br /><strong>Series:</strong> A Trail of Blood & Steel, book 1</p> <blockquote> <p>Spurning her royal heritage to be raised by the great warrior, Kessligh, her exquisite swordplay astonishes all who witness it. But Sasha is still young, untested in battle and often led by her rash temper. In the complex world of Lenayin loyalties, her defiant wilfulness is attracting the wrong kind of attention. </p> <p>Lenayin is a land almost divided by its two faiths: the Verenthane of the ruling class<a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jPG-OqLKACE/WKuqieizL4I/AAAAAAAAN24/0sHiudD2lbA/s1600-h/Sasha%252520%252520%252528A%252520Trial%252520of%252520Blood%252520%252526%252520Steel%252520%2525231%252529%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img title="Sasha (A Trial of Blood & Steel #1)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: right; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="Sasha (A Trial of Blood & Steel #1)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ir-mKNHhkRw/WKuqi2jh5LI/AAAAAAAAN28/OCO6cG__3O8/Sasha%252520%252520%252528A%252520Trial%252520of%252520Blood%252520%252526%252520Steel%252520%2525231%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="159" align="right" height="244" /></a>es and the pagan Goeren-yai, amongst whom Sasha now lives. The Goeren-yai worship swordplay and honour and begin to see Sasha as the great spirit—the Synnich—who will unite them. But Sasha is still searching for what she believes and must choose her side carefully. </p> <p>When the Udalyn people—the symbol of Goeren-yai pride and courage—are attacked, Sasha will face her moment of testing. How will she act? Is she ready to lead? Can she be the saviour they need her to be? </p> </blockquote> <p>Looks like this book actually got a makeover! I didn't even notice! I really like the new cover. </p> <p>This really sounds like the adult version of the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=bookwhis-20&keywords=song of the lioness tamora pierce&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=018734877f4a82a198e57ad4c875f6c5" target="_blank">Song of the Lioness</a> series. </p> <p>I tell you this year I will get these books and read them! </p> <img style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKeIy4wqdS7IuELPBKW2J_a-gDCA74k2LGch-yKTLOh3ABdZ4sfWKzkRdUZ7IrzMPk5A0BDFo57GgH0F4fMkQioB8ZuCwCS9Ys_8SWaVEHhdqrrxuSE_jqa6v_wOw-74jQMzTPox4iAvj/s800/signature.jpg" align="right" />Shera (Book Whispers)http://www.blogger.com/profile/10898622472032001847noreply@blogger.com1