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The Sunday Post is a weekly meme hosted by Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer ~ It’s a chance to share news~ A post to recap the past week on your blog, showcase books and things we have received and share news about what is coming up on our blog for the week ahead.  Last Week on the Blog:  Monday:  Review/Giveaway of Fate's Fable by T. Rae Mitchell Tuesday: N/A Wednesday:   Review of Shadows of Glass by Kassy Tayler Thursday:  The Summer I became a Nerd Friday:    Hellsbane by Paige Cuccaro Saturday:   Heaven and Hellsbane (Hellsbane #2) by Paige Cuccaro Michelle's books: Nothing this week! Trying to play catch up on reviews and such before I go get more to add to the pile :) Brittany's Books : Next Week on the Blog:   Monday:  To be Determined! Tuesday:   Review of Aberrant by Ruth Silver (Dystopian) Wednesday:   Waiting on Wednesday Thursday: Review of Claire de Lune by Christine Johnson Friday:    To be Determine...

Heaven  and Hellsbane (Hellsbane #2) Source :Entangled Publishing – I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I received no compensation. Published:   August 27th 2013    by Entangled Publishing, LLC Edition:  Ebook Genre:  Urban Fantasy Purchase:  Amazon / Barnes & Noble **We receive a small kickback from Amazon purchases, all of which will go towards giveaways! Brittany's Rating:  4/5 Synopsis via Goodreads:  Emma Jane Hellsbane just unwittingly triggered a whole bunch of nephilim to come into their powers—and this new army has teamed up with Bariel, demon straight from Hell, who’s made it his mission to kill all the magisters on Earth. When they come after Eli, Emma and Officer Dan must work together to save him, but this makes Eli all the more tempted to Fall for Emma. And his fighting his feelings for her means Heaven has taken notice. Now Emma isn’t just fighting off demons, rogue nephilim and Fallen angels, she’s defen...

Hellsbane by Paige Cuccaro Source :Entangled Publishing – I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I received no compensation. Published:  December 2011 by Entangled Publishing, LLC Edition:  Ebook Genre:  Urban Fantasy Purchase:  Amazon / Barnes & Noble **We receive a small kickback from Amazon purchases, all of which will go towards giveaways! Brittany's Rating:  4/5 Synopsis via Goodreads: Emma Jane Hellsbane always knew she was different, but she had no idea she wasn’t even human. Well, at least she’s half-human. She’s half-fallen angel, too, and now dear ol’ dad wants her dead. All the Fallen angels want all their troublesome offspring removed from the mortal coil so she’s trying not to take it personally. Besides, she wants him dead just as much. Her father’s death is the only way she’ll be forgiven for his sin, stop those pesky demons from trying to hack off her head, and have any hope at all of getting back to a normal life as a wicked ...

The Summer I Became a Nerd  by Leah Rae Miller Source:  NetGalley Publisher:  Entangled Teen Release date:  May 7th 2013 Series:  Standalone Edition:  Ebook, 267 pgs Genre:  Young Adult/ Contemporary/ Comedy Rating:  5/5 Description from Goodreads: On the outside, seventeen-year-old Madelyne Summers looks like your typical blond cheerleader—perky, popular, and dating the star quarterback. But inside, Maddie spends more time agonizing over what will happen in the next issue of her favorite comic book than planning pep rallies with her squad. That she’s a nerd hiding in a popular girl's body isn’t just unknown, it's anti-known. And she needs to keep it that way. Summer is the only time Maddie lets her real self out to play, but when she slips up and the adorkable guy behind the local comic shop’s counter uncovers her secret, she’s busted. Before she can shake a pom-pom, Maddie’s whisked into Logan’s world of comic conventions, live-action role-playi...

Shadows of Glass by Kassy Tayler If you have not read Book #1 Ashes of Twilight do not read further - Spoilers ahead! Source:  St. Martin's Press * A copy of this book was given to me in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Publisher:  St. Martin's Griffin Release date:  July 23rd 2013 Series:  Ashes Trilogy #2 Edition:  ARC - Paperback, 320 pgs Genre:  Young Adult/ Post Apocalyptic / Dystopia Rating:  3.5/5 Description  from Goodreads: Wren's world has changed. The thing that she fought for, escaping the dome has come to fruition, but it's not the paradise she thought it would be. Most of the shiners have died, and according to James, she is to blame for many of the deaths, a burden which sits heavy on her shoulders. Still some have survived and Wren is determined to keep them safe as they fight to establish a home outside while hiding from the rovers who have weapons that can kill from far away. But as long as s...

Fate's Fables by T. Rae Mitchell Source: We received a copy of this book from the Author in exchange for an honest review, all thoughts and opinions are our own. Published:  February 1st 2013 by Original Mix Media Inc. Edition:  Paperback Series: Fate's Journey #1 Genre:  YA Fantasy Purchase:  Amazon **We receive a small kickback from Amazon purchases, all of which will go towards giveaways! Brittany's Rating: 5/5 Michelle's Rating: 5/5 Synopsis via Goodreads:  Seventeen-year-old Fate Floyd loves adventure –– as long as it’s enjoyed from the comfort of her couch. So it’s probably best she has no idea the future of the universe rests squarely on her shoulders. Summoned by a desperate stranger’s spell in a last ditch effort to fix a colossal screw-up, Fate’s cast into a secret world bound by the ancient Book of Fables to retrieve a magical object powerful enough to set everything right. The only problem is, once she’s inside this savage wonderland,...

The Sunday Post is a weekly meme hosted by Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer ~ It’s a chance to share news~ A post to recap the past week on your blog, showcase books and things we have received and share news about what is coming up on our blog for the week ahead.  Last Week on the Blog:  Monday:  Review of Splintered by A.G. Howard Tuesday:   Review/Interview/Giveaway of Follow the White Rabbit by Kellie Sheridan Wednesday:  Waiting On Wednesday Thursday:  Review of Looking Glass Wars by Frank Beddor Friday:  Special Alice in Wonderland Feature! Saturday: Review of The Survivors by Amanda Havard Michelle's books: Nothing this week! Trying to play catch up on reviews and such before I go get more to add to the pile :) Brittany's Books : Entangled Publishing Next Week on the Blog:   Monday: Review/Giveaway of Fate's Fable by T. Rae Mitchell Tuesday: Review of Shadows of Glass by Kassy Tayler Wednesday:   Waiting on Wednesday Thursday: To be...

Source: Ink Slinger PR and The Author * I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an hoest review, all thoughts and opinions are my own. * Series: The Survivors #1 Published: March 31st 2011 by Chaffie Press Edition: Ebook, 298 pages Genre: YA Fantasy/Paranormal/Historical fiction Purchase: Amazon / Barnes & Noble **We receive a small kickback from Amazon purchases, all of which will go towards giveaways! Rating: 4.5/5 Description from Goodreads:  In 1692, when witch trials gripped the community of Salem, Massachusetts, twenty-six children were accused as witches, exiled, and left for dead. Fourteen of them survived. The Survivors is the first installment of the tantalizing tales of the fourteen ill-fated Survivors and their descendants, who have been content in hiding for over three centuries. Isolated on a Montana mountainside, only Sadie, the rogue daughter, dares to abandon the family’s sacred hiding place. But no matter how far Sadie runs, something always pull...

Title: Stealing Promises Author: Brina Courtney Genre: New Adult Contemporary Romance Release Date: September 26, 2013 Book Blurb: What if love was like gasoline? Light a match and become engulfed in it's flame. Chase Harper is a little bit of a bad boy, but he's good for Hannah and she knows it. Their childhood crush quickly ignites into attraction and takes over their entire lives. But when disaster strikes, what can Hannah do to keep her world from falling into the darkness? Her life could fall apart at any moment, just one match and everything goes up in the blaze. Don't get too close to the flame, or you're bound to get burned.     About Brina Courtney Brina Courtney is a young adult author obsessed with chocolate, crime shows, and fantasy movies. She's spent the last few years as an elementary teacher and a high school cheering coach. She lives in a small town in Pennsylvania with her husband and two very loud, small dogs. Links Blog Facebook Twit...

This week is about Re- Tellings, So instead of sharing ALL the different versions of Alice in Wonderland that have been made over the years. I'm sharing the Retellings and continuations! Movies and shows that have their own special Twist on the tale :) Movies: Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland (2010) 19-year-old Alice returns to the magical world from her childhood adventure, where she reunites with her old friends and learns of her true destiny: to end the Red Queen's reign of terror. One of my favorite versions of Alice in Wonderland.. ok, no.. my FAVORITE. I know many people may disagree, but to each their own. I LOVE Tim Burton's Twists.. and Johnny Depp made such an amazing Hatter! TV Shows: Once a Upon a Time in Wonderland:  To be released in 2014 O.U.A.T in Wonderland is a highly anticipated spinoff from ABC's Once Upon a Time. O.U.A.T quickly became a favorite show of mine as well as my Boyfriend! I loved seeing the twists the writers gave to the fairytales a...

An entire week dedicated to re-tellings of Lewis Carroll's Classic story:  Alice in Wonderland The Looking Glass Wars  by Frank Beddor Source:  My Own Shelf Published:  September 26th 2006 by Dial Books Edition: Paperback Genre:  YA Fantasy Purchase:  Amazon / Barnes & Noble **We receive a small kickback from Amazon purchases, all of which will go towards giveaways! Rating:  3.5/5 Synopsis via Goodreads: When Alyss Heart, heir to the Wonderland throne, must flee through the Pool of Tears to escape the murderous aunt Redd, she finds herself lost and alone in Victorian London. Befriended by an aspiring author named Lewis Carrol, Alyss tells the violent, heartbreaking story of her young life. Alyss trusts this author to tell the truth so that someone, somewhere will find her and bring her home. But he gets the story all wrong. He even spells her name incorrectly! Fortunately, Royal Bodyguard Hatter Madigan knows all too well the awful truth of Alyss' ...

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event that is hosted by Jill at  Breaking the Spine and spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating. Already out:  Splintered ( #1 ) by A. G. Howard Hardcover, 371 pages Published January 1st 2013 by Amulet Books This stunning debut captures the grotesque madness of a mystical under-land, as well as a girl’s pangs of first love and independence. Alyssa Gardner hears the whispers of bugs and flowers—precisely the affliction that landed her mother in a mental hospital years before. This family curse stretches back to her ancestor Alice Liddell, the real-life inspiration for Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Alyssa might be crazy, but she manages to keep it together. For now. When her mother’s mental health takes a turn for the worse, Alyssa learns that what she thought was fiction is based in terrifying reality. The real Wonderland is a place far darker and more twisted than Lewis Carroll ever let on. There, Alyss...

An entire week dedicated to re-tellings of Lewis Carroll's Classic story:  Alice in Wonderland Follow the White Rabbit By Kellie Sheridan Source:  LibraryThing – I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I received no compensation. Published by:  May 21st 2013 by Patchwork Press Edition:  eARC Genre:  Urban Fantasy Purchase:  Amazon / Barnes & Noble **We receive a small kickback from Amazon purchases, all of which will go towards giveaways! Rating:  4/5 Synopsis via Goodreads: For centuries, Wonderland thrived as the domain of beautiful bedlam and unapologetic madness. It was a place like no other. All it took was one girl slipping in through the cracks of the universe to start chaos spiraling toward order. In the 150 years since Alice’s visit, the realm has become tainted—almost normal. Rabbits in waistcoats and playing card minions are little more than creatures of myth, and Wonderland is literally falling to pieces. For Gwen, Rose,...