Professor Birdbrain is back, and after a short hiatus after finishing Across The Universe, he's moved onto A Million Suns. Professor Birdbrain is what I call my husband, he's a cross between Phil Dunphy, the One Man Wolfpack and a walking Big Bang Theory episode, hence the name. So with a little help, he's ditched the Xbox and composed his second review.
May contain spoilers for Across The Universe.
A Million Suns (Across The Universe: Book Two)
Written by Beth Revis
Published January 2012
386 Pages
Godspeed was once fueled by lies. Now it is ruled by chaos.It’s been three months since Amy was unplugged. The life she always knew is over. Everywhere she looks, she sees the walls of the spaceship Godspeed. But there may be hope: Elder has assumed leadership of the ship. He's finally free to act on his vision, no more Phydus, no more lies. But when Elder learns shocking news about the ship, he and Amy race to discover the truth behind life on Godspeed. They must work together to unlock a mystery that was set in motion hundreds of years earlier. Their success, or failure, will determine the fate of the 2,298 passengers aboard Godspeed. But with each step, the journey becomes more perilous, the ship more chaotic, and the love between them more impossible to fight.
Beth Revis catapulted readers into the far reaches of space with her New York Times bestselling debut, Across the Universe. In A Million Suns, Beth deepens the mystery with action, suspense, romance, and deep philosophical questions. And this time it all builds to one mind bending conclusion: They have to get off this ship.
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● Even thought I haven't reviewed much this week, I've read a few awesome books that'll be posted upon release, might be yet another giveaway, or six coming up soon.
● Fear not international booknerds, your time is coming up in the next two weeks to win.
With thanks to the lovely Dre at Sporadic Reads, I've been tagged in the Chocolate Book Tag. So without delay...
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
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● I'm currently holding several giveaways, and my very first Retweet to win. Check out my Tweet and image in the side bar to your right, retweet and a winner will be chosen at random. Please note, it's only open to Australian entrants.
● If twitter isn't your thing, I'm giving away a bonus two copies of The Year of The Rat by Clare Furniss on my blog. Check out the giveaway Here. Sadly, it's only open to Aussies again.
● I'm also giving away a copy of Alexander Altmann A10567 Here. This book is brilliant and based on a true story. An emotional contemporary in which Aussies have a chance to win a copy. I may even throw in an extra new book as well. I'll surprise the winner.
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
Written by Benjamin Alire Saenz
Published April 1st 2014
359 Pages
Thank you to Simon and Schuster Australia
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Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has an unusual way of looking at the world. When the two meet at the swimming pool, they seem to have nothing in common. But as the loners start spending time together, they discover that they share a special friendship, the kind that changes lives and lasts a lifetime. And it is through this friendship that Ari and Dante will learn the most important truths about themselves and the kind of people they want to be.
Check out my review for Year of The Rat by Clare Furniss.
Look out for my Twitter Retweet to win a copy on Twitter.
Look out for my Twitter Retweet to win a copy on Twitter.
I always thought you'd know, somehow, if something terrible was going to happen. I thought you'd sense it, like when the air goes damp and heavy before a storm and you know you'd better hide yourself away somewhere safe until it all blows over.
But it turns out it's not like that at all. There's no scary music playing in the background like in films. No warning signs. Not even a lonely magpie. One for sorrow, Mum used to say. Quick, look for another.
The world can tip at any moment… A fact that fifteen year old Pearl is all too aware of when her mum dies after giving birth to her baby sister. Told across the year following her mother's death, Pearl's story is full of bittersweet humour and heartbreaking honesty about how you deal with grief that cuts you to the bone, as she tries not only to come to terms with losing her mum, but also the fact that her sister, The Rat, is a constant reminder of why her mum is no longer around…
With thanks to Simon and Schuster Australia, I'm giving away two copies of this brilliant new contemporary by first time author Clare Furniss. Described as Poignant and thought provoking, it tells the emotional story of teen Pearl and how she copes with a new sibling while dealing with the death of her mother. To enter, simply follow the prompts below. To join the growing Twitter discussion, use the hashtag #ThatRatBook and join thousands of readers that have already discovered the brilliance that is Year of The Rat.
Review contains spoilers for book one and two in the series.
The One (The Selection: Book Three)
Written by Kiera Cass
Published in Australia May 2014
336 Pages
Thank you to Harper Collins
The time has come for one winner to be crowned.
When she was chosen to compete in the Selection, America never dreamed she would find herself anywhere close to the crown, or to Prince Maxon's heart. But as the end of the competition approaches, and the threats outside the palace walls grow more vicious, America realizes just how much she stands to lose, and how hard she'll have to fight for the future she wants.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
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