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((February 9th, 2015))
Fire Sea by Margaret WeisDefinitely the darkest installment thus far in the Death Gate Cycle, but nonetheless a fantastic book that gripped my attention and emotions throughout. The authors, Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman, have a powerful diction and elegance in their writing that will most certainly grip the imagination of any reader.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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((February 15th, 2015))
What's Left of Me by Kat ZhangThe story and the concept were really great and thought provoking. But I really didn't like the writing style and found a couple of the characters annoying.
I really loved the thought behind this story, it was a deep concept that wasn't overly predictable. I believe my two favorite characters were Eva and Ryan. I actually felt for some of the characters at moments.
But the writing felt incredibly juvenile. I honestly think that if this book was written for adults with in-depth descriptions and adult styles and writing it would have been a thousand times better.
I did, as well, find Addie a little annoying and static at times. And at times I felt Eva's progress with movement and control over their body a little rushed at times. Finally, I thought Devon's personality was left untouched, but beyond that the plot was well paced and thought out.
I haven't decided if I'll read the other two books in this series. But we shall see.
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
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((February 22, 2015))
The Hunger Games by Suzanne CollinsMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was actually a pretty decent book. I picked it up to see what all the hype was about, and I wasn't really disappointed. My main complaints with the book were that it lacked a lot of character development and at times it felt rushed.
But the story was good, and at times I was able to feel for some of the characters. I feel it would have been better if Collins expanded on the characters more- but oh well. I don't know when I'll read the next ones in the series, but we shall see.
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Kaotic wrote: "The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was actually a pretty decent book. I picked it up to see what all the hype was about, and I wasn't really disappointed. My main ..."
The next books explore more of the characters and back story of the world.
Megan wrote: "Kaotic wrote: "The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was actually a pretty decent book. I picked it up to see what all the hype was about, and I wasn't really disappo..."
That's good, I'm waiting to borrow the next ones from a friend, but I'm glad the other characters are explored more. :) It encouraging to hear.
((February 27, 2015))
Rurouni Kenshin, Volume 1 by Kaoru ShizukaThe books wasn't that bad, it was fun being sucked back into the story that had been so familiar to me. I've read and watched the entire series. Studied the fandom religiously, so me saying that I enjoyed this book is pretty great.
Kaoru Shizuka doesn't quite have the same style and feel that Nobuhiro Watsuki had, but that's to be expected. The story was well paced and brought some interesting angles to the story I'm so familiar with. I know she's written a few other volumes, but I don't have access to them. I look forward to reading them eventually.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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((March 8, 2015))
A Hunger Like Fire by Greg StolzeMy rating: 1.5 of 5 stars
((I find I write more detailed analysis's about the novels that bother me in some way or another than I do the novels I truly enjoyed. From here on out I will start planning out my reviews more - I should give the well written novels the justice that they deserve while still criticizing the ones that aren't as well written. And feel free to talk to me about any of my reviews - it'll encourage me to think more critically about the books I read.))
His Writing:
Stolze attempts to bring in the elegant diction that is generally associated with Vampires into his novel. All the diction and genre exclusive phrasing would be great in a book such as this - if it wasn't coupled with the rest of his crude style of writing. Crude by definition means: raw, unrefined, lacking culture or refinement, lacking in intellectual subtlety and undeveloped - all great synonyms for Stolze's writing. I know this sounds harsh and perhaps cruel, but hear me out.
Stolze, when describing every day types of situations and generic things that are not strictly associated with the dark arts he uses phrases such as the following: "before he realized he fucked up," "her skin is so warm, like hot," and words such as "pussy" and "tit." Those are fine words, if you're going into a book looking for that kind of diction - but Vampire lore comes with a certain standard that does not include that type of connotation in writing.
Furthermore, his anecdotes seem uninspired and a few are a bit dated. Almost as if he is trying to hard to seem witty. They could have been done with a more refined taste. His writing style comes across as "write down whatever comes to mind and call it good." It doesn't have the "I spent a lot of time and sent it off to get a several peer edits" like better novels often do.
In short, is writing is good for a completely different type genre of writing, but in no way does it hold up to my expectations for this type of novel. I know my writing isn't fantastic- but I'm also not a published author. (Like I said earlier this probably seems really harsh to some people - but I have a certain standard when it comes to what I read, and this novel fell horribly short.)
The Story:
In a word, predictable. I didn't find any action or scene in the book surprising- a lot of it seems to borderline on the Vampire clique. A worthless deadbeat (Bruce or Bruise as he became - a little basic wordplay there) gets turned into a vampire and has to deal with the difficulty that comes with not wanting to kill humans, yet at the same time getting immense joy from taking their blood. The problem with this deadbeat is he doesn't know who his sire is, and low-and-behold it's one of the main characters in the book. And a woman who has everything (Linda or Persephone), but she can't let go of her human life. Throw in a little "overthrow the Vampire throne" that Persephone is investigating on her own, and you've got this book. Standard stuff.
The book was classified as Horror/Dark Fantasy. It was a fantasy novel, yes, of course it was, it was about Vampires. But nothing struck me as horrific (writing not included in that) and nothing was really all that dark. None of the characters struggles really pushed the genres.
Conclusion:
I won't be picking up the next books in this series. This one was more than enough for me to attempt to digest. I'll be trading it into the book store soon enough.
So, why didn't I give this a 1 out of 5? Why would I give something I disliked so much a whole extra half a star? It's simple and a little shameful- some of it was so bad and kind of dumb that I found myself laughing at it. It was rare, but on occasion this book was able to make me laugh. So there you go, my review of "A Hunger Like Fire."
1.5/5
My rating: 1.5 of 5 stars
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Shizuko's Daughter by Kyoko MoriWarning: To those deeply affected by trigger words, phrases and situations - this may not be the easiest read due to suicide being the main focus of the novel.
The novel was a pretty easy read, most likely meant for young high school students. It's a pretty good read all and all, especially if you are interested in cultural novels that help give you a deeper understanding of home lives. As you may have guessed, Shizuko's Daughter takes place in Japan during the late 1960's and early 1970's.
The Writing:
Kyoko Mori's writing, as I said earlier is not all that complex, meant for a younger grade level than myself- but that in no way takes anything away from the story. The tone of the writing fits the theme of the book and it is very quickly paced. The writing moves quickly just like life does and you're able to get swept away in the fleeting moments that take place in the book.
Quite a few of the statements Mori makes in the book reflect on the Japanese culture of the time without using a lot of cultural-specific-diction. For me- it would have been fine if she had chosen to use more of the language and style of the Japanese writing, I could have managed fine, but the writing worked well in the setting. And not everyone would have been comfortable with bring more of the Japanese phrasing into the novel- so it worked out. And even if you are not familiar with the specific diction that she uses in the book, there is a glossary in the back like most books similar to this. (I cannot actually read or write Japanese, but I do know a handful of the vocabulary and some of the sentence structure - but not everyone is comfortable with books that intermingle the languages a lot.)
The Story:
The story is a sad one, a young girl (thirteen years of age at the beginning of the book I believe) who has to deal with the abrupt suicide of her mother and her fathers remarriage to a woman who is less than kind to her. The main character, Yuki, has to learn how to become an emotional adult rather quickly and learn how to deal with those around her and their uncomfortable sympathies for her hardship.
The pace and reactions throughout the scenes were actually pretty believable and felt almost real at times. I said earlier that the pace of the story was rather fast - but the story only focuses on the important moments in the seven years that follow Yuki's mothers death. So, the fast paced style of the writing evens out the long gaps between events. I must say this was a fantastic change compared to the last novel I read (which only received one star).
Sometimes when reading this book it's hard to remember the cultural differences that embed themselves in each situation. Actions that seem common place and reasonable to us might seem outlandish, rude and dishonorable to a previous generation or to a different culture. I found Yuki someone I could relate to, partly because of her being a devoted artist and student, but because I would most likely react similarly to her - making the same plans that she did. Even if it was against tradition.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Angelfall by Susan EeThere are no words for how amazing this book is. I've been through a rollercoaster of emotion with this novel and I can't wait to get the next one to read.
Emotional drama, intense fighting, sexual appeal, a little bit of horror, and fantastic humor. What more could you ask for in a novel.
The characters are incredibly (forgive the phrasing) down to Earth and are very believable and relatable. I found myself feeling similar emotions to that of Penryn, a strong young girl who has been left to make all the hard decisions and save her family - and I found myself falling in love with Raffe. I have fallen in love with a lot of characters in my time, so it should be no surprise that I'd fall in love with him. But the magical thing about reading is that you don't fall in love with the characters looks, you fall in love with their actions and their words. With Raffe I fell in love with his wit, always having a final say. I fell in love with his tormented heart - wanting to take him in and save him from the hurt he was going through. Just because a race is killing you're people, doesn't mean you can't fall in love with them right? I'm afraid to say that I would probably end up being a traitor to my own race. (Fangirl rant aside now).
The characters each stand out in their own way - making them seem all the more (again, forgive the wording) human. Penryn: strong willed, determined, yet fearful and nervous. Raffe: strong, aloof, and yet so broken inside (and out) - not willing to let himself feel the pain. Obi: a leader of a resistance, strong and determined, a real suave talker, one people would turn to in such a horrible time in history. Need I go on? These characters are a complex mix of everything that makes a character relatable, loveable and hate-able all at the same time.
The writing isn't overly complex, so I found it that much easier to get sucked into the story and really power through the book. (I was kind of a bad girl and did most of my reading at work in between clients.) The style is that of a "stream of consciousness" which was a great choice for the book, and the flashbacks to why she was good at something or how she got a certain item where quick and to the point, therefore not dragging out the story and making the readers loose interest.
The story itself is quick paced and hard hitting. It's easy to pick the book up after a pause (which is good since I read a lot at work, haha).
I am not sure what compelled me to pick up this book at my book store last week, but I am certainly glad I did. It definitely exceeded my expectations and has thrust me into it's world. Now if only coming back to my own life wasn't so sad - all of us book lovers get that feeling right? Returning to the real world feels so drab.
As an artist, I have this intense desire (or need) to turn this into a Graphic Novel series. If I do, I'll link it up in the review for everyone! (Fanart is a wonderful way to express love, and I've already started some character designs).
Bravo Susan Ee, bravo!
5/5
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 1 by Mari Yoshino(I normally wouldn't count Manga volumes as a book towards my list, but I figured why not? Since it counts on here I may as well go with it. XD)
It's not the greatest series I have read, but it isn't bad so far and I look forward to reading more.
The basic story is a high school girl, Shinna Momoko, is ghost writing erotica novels for her father who has passed away so that she can afford to take care of her younger brother and pay for her mother's hospital bills. Very few people know that she is an erotica novelist except her family, publisher, and an attractive model who discovers her secret and makes her become his slave to keep the secret.
The series is described as ecchi - but the only thing so far (I've only read this volume at this point) that could count under that label is the wording she uses in her novels. You get to read small excerpts of the books that she writes while she looks for inspiration.
I like the humor and sincerity that the main male character, Inui Ranmaru, occasionally shows for Momoko. She is obviously uncomfortable with his advances and his general demeanor (that of one who sleeps with anyone who will have him, and since he is a model, that is a lot of people), but it is clear that he is in need of someone to be a true friend. His heart is in need.
It's not a very original story in any sense of the word, but it is written in a cute style. I'll update when I read the second volume.
(I'm reading on an online Manga site - they only have 26 chapters posted so far, and I've read the first volume, which was four chapters I believe. So my updates will be when they update once I get caught up.)
4/5
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 2 by Mari Yoshino((Again, I normally wouldn't count this for my overall goal, but I'm putting it up here since GoodReads does.))
This volume gives you a little better look into Ranmaru's nicer side of his personality. I'm actually really beginning to enjoy this series.
It's funny and well rounded, and the art is pretty decent (some panels could have been better, but I like the style).
To read my review of Volume 1, which has more of my thoughts on it, see here: link.
4/5
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 3 by Mari YoshinoI am getting more attached to the characters as the story progresses. Granted I wouldn't have the same ideology issues that Momoko has at time, but I am starting to see their relationship develop more and it's becoming an interesting read.
It's still not a very original read, but I like the way it's written and the story's art is really cute.
Ranmaru is showing a lot more emotion, in his own little and quiet way, but I think he's my favorite character in the series. And from what I can tell, his harlot like qualities and his quick temper seems to be a defense mechanism. This too is not an original concept, but the way it's written shows the true nature of the character better than other stories that I have read.
Momoko isn't a bad character, working hard to help her family and dealing with Ranmaru, who can be quite frustrating. But she's starting to see him for who he really is and is beginning to develop and evolve as a character - learning that life can't always be ideal the way she'd like. Learning that fantasies usually can't come true (either grades wise or virginity wise).
All in all I'm really beginning to enjoy this series.
(I don't normally consider Manga to count towards a goal of reading so many books a year, but don't worry. There are a lot of novels that I am going to be able to add soon. I'll keep a separate tally on my profile page for those who want to see how many Manga's verses how many Novels I have read in the year, and previous years as well.)
4/5
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 4 by Mari YoshinoWe're starting to see more of Ranmaru's childhood and why he is the way he is. Maybe I am weird for looking for the psychology in this Manga, but we are starting to understand the deeper meanings behind their actions.
In this volume we get to see some interesting events including Christmas and New Year's. Japanese traditions are a little different than they are here (in America). So it's always interesting to see how different people see different holidays in different areas or countries. If you don't know much about Japanese culture, the translator notes will help you (I've studied it some, so they were unnecessary for me).
On the note about the translators and editors notes, I found a lot of them unnecessary in this online version of this manga. They would put notes like "PC means Personal Computer" and really simple things like that or opinions. The opinions were things like when they were discussing what to buy their mother for Christmas they'd leave notes about how they'd prefer something else (like food). I didn't really mind them putting that in, but I found it a little distracting at times, and felt it very unnecessary. At least they shouldn't be in the official publication, just in the online version. (Which I read because I do not have access to get the official volumes in print at the moment).
I guess I should really get back to the main purpose of writing a review - reviewing the story. It seems to be progressing a lot nicer that some of the other series I've read. A lot of authors will keep the characters denying the love they have for another character up until the very last chapter (which is sometimes in the hundreds), stories like that take a lot away from the enjoyment of the story in my opinion. But this story is moving rather quickly and is well paced.
My favorite character is still Ranmaru. I don't think that's going to change any.
Also, there was an extra chapter in this volume, it was a cute story that had very little to do with the main characters, it was just a feel good chapter. So that was kind of nice.
4/5
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 5 by Mari YoshinoWell, I don't want to give away any spoilers in this review, so I might be a little brief with it.
I finally got a moment that I have been waiting for up to this point, it happens at the end of the volume. And I must say, most stories like this take an eternity to get where they are in this point of the story. So, bravo Mari Yoshino for impressing me!
(The translator notes are starting to bother me more and they forgot to put up the extra chapter for this volume, so that is the down side for reading these online, but again, I don't have access to the official publications.)
I'm starting to like this series a little more, even if Momoko cries a lot in this volume.
4/5
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 6 by Mari YoshinoWow. Last issue I got the first part of their relationship progression that I wanted, and now I get the next thing in this volume.
I'm actually enjoying this a lot, it's not drawn out and there are usually something interesting happening in every chapter.
There are only 26 chapters posted on the site I'm using, so I don't know when I'll be able to get the next volume posted, but oh well. I'll update when I can.
4/5
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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The Winner's Curse by Marie RutkoskiI read this book for a book club I am in here on GoodReads, entitled Book Buddies. It's a nice little group that's still just getting started. This was our first book. I might not be able to read our second book because I have several other books I am reading at the same time, so I don't know if I'll have time to read it.
The writing feels a bit drab and the story is slow moving for the most part, even though I was able to read it rather quickly. When I would sit down to read I'd get through huge chucks of the novel without trying, at all. The characters are fairly basic along with the military strategy employed in the novel. The story is a basic "Slave has fallen in love with his Master just before he helps instigates a Slave Revolt." Not an original concept. I gotta say that nothing really stuck out and surprised me in the story, it was actually found it to be incredibly predictable.
I feel that if this was written with more historical style and accuracy along with more detail it would be a lot better. This could have been a great story, but it seemed like it fell short in a lot of ways.
The characters aren't very compelling either, I was semi-interested in Arin (the slave), but beyond that none of the characters really stuck out to me. And even Arin was pretty stereotypical. At the end I did want Arin to be with Kestrel but the ending also didn't leave me wanting to read the next one.
My other main problem with the story is the lack of description. I'd picture a character standing in a certain way only to find they were sitting. The descriptions of the games they played, the architecture, or the landscapes were fairly basic, it seemed like the author was attempting to get away with a little work as possible.
All in all I was pretty disappointed in this novel, not a good way to start out the book club, but that's alright. Not every book is for everyone, but this one just fell short in just about every way it could. It was incredibly boring to me.
2/5
My rating: 2 of 5 stars
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Hachimitsu Shounen by Mari YoshinoThis story isn't as as interesting as the other ones I've read by Mari Yoshino. But it's kind of interesting.
I'm reading this online and the volume said there was four chapters in the first volume and that's all that's been posted online so far. But it is classified as ongoing. So I guess we'll see if the site updates with another volume. (Even though I don't see a second volume on here.)
3/5
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
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Deep Blue by Mari YoshinoIt seemed okay, but I felt more could have been done with it and the story was just okay. So far my favorite story by Mari Yoshino is Momoiro Heaven.
3/5
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
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Brody's Ghost, Book 1 by Mark CrilleyMark Crilley is one of my favorite artists of all time, I follow his YouTube channel rather closely and have for some time.
And his artwork in this first volume does not disappoint. I must say, that his city scapes and his design for Talia is fantastic - I deeply admire his work (and his humor, if you watch his videos you'll understand).
Even though the main two characters, Talia and Brody (Talia especially), have rather sad stories, the novel isn't super intense with batting at your feels - which is a good thing. And the humor in the dialogue is well placed. When a scene needs to be serious, it is, and when it's okay to play with the humor, he does.
Mark Crilley is a genius- I adore his work, and can't wait to get my hands on the rest of this series and his other series, Miki Falls.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Brody's Ghost Volume 3 by Mark CrilleyThis series keeps on getting better and better. And each issue leaves you needing and craving the next volume.
I am actually glad that I waited until the series was completed to read it, since I don't think I could handle waiting until the next one had came out while he worked on them.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Brody's Ghost Volume 4 by Mark CrilleyThe emotion in this series is intense - Talia's reveal, Brody's defiance. Everything about this series is amazing.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Brody's Ghost Volume 5 by Mark CrilleyHave you read this series yet? Get to reading!
You should be reading it.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Brody's Ghost Volume 6 by Mark CrilleyThis series was quite intense emotionally, but it was an amazing ride that I would recommend to everyone.
I even got my mother to read the series, and she doesn't read comics or manga. But she got so invested in it that she went and ordered the rest of the series for me.
That is saying something.
I follow Mark Crilley loyally and I had been wanting to read this series for a long time, and now I am quite happy that I have. Now I just need to read the rest.
This series is definitely worth checking out. The art is amazing, the writing is well done, the story is compelling and wonderful.
You should be reading it.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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かけまくも、かしこき [Kakemakumo, Kashikoki] by Rihito TakaraiThe concept of the story was okay, but there were only four chapters (one volume) before the story ended and I feel that a lot more could have been done with the story.
Basically, due to his blood line, Handa Shin has power over words. Literal powers mind you, and due to a casual slip of the tongue while he ate (the food did not belong to him he was homeless) he ended up interrupting the long awaited marriage of two fox spirits. Causing Genrei (the male fox spirit in the story) and Handa Shin to be married. They set off on a journey to hone Handa Shin's power over words so that he can break the marriage so that Genrei could marry the one he was supposed to. In the end, Handa ends up working for Genrei and his wife.
Through some of the chapters it is shown that Handa starts to really care about Genrei and that Genrei isn't as mean as he was initially shown. And even though the series is labeled as a Shounen Ai, it doesn't really read as that. I feel that a lot more could have been done with the series and the ending was incredibly unsatisfying.
That and Genrei's wife was a totally worthless character and impeccably rude. So her marrying Genrei was a real disappointment when it's shown that there could have been feelings between the two main male characters. Feelings that could have been real while the wife's character obviously entered the marriage for money and not for love.
I gave it a 3 out of 5 because I liked the potential and I liked the art. But this series really left a lot to be desired.
P.S. It says that it is ongoing online, but the last page does say "End" and when I briefly looked it up it seemed to be completed. So I'm counting it as complete.
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
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Dirty Laundry by Heidi CullinanI admit that I enjoy reading smut on occasion, a story being highly sexual in nature doesn't bother me in the slightest.
That aside, this was just awful. IT was a nineteen page book about an incredibly timid man doing his laundry, taking note of a gorgeous cowboy also doing his laundry. The timid man leaves to go make change, and when he gets back the cowboy is gone and there are a handful of dumb frat boys who proceed to be obnoxious frat boys. And low and behold Mr. Cowboy comes back to save the day. The two boys then proceed to have sex on top of the freshly washed clothes - they agree to see each other.
My main problem with this isn't the cookie cutter porno story line (which was annoyingly predictable). But the fact the author tried to add psychological elements into the story. If you're going to build a psychological story, where an actual relationship and character growth is made. Do it in a full length novel. Not a nineteen page short. And to be honest, Mr. Timid was way too nervous to be realistic and I couldn't feel any sympathy for him. And Mr. Cowboy had little personality in my mind. The most he showed to others was a little bit of a cocky smile.
The other thing that bothered me was the writing. There are more words for fingering someone that "finger fucking". It makes it sounds really dull and uninspired. Was the sex so unbelievable? Then make me believe it. Here's an excerpt of the sexual writing:
"The heat from the dryers was nothing to that coming off Adam's face. Part of his brain was screaming, and another huge chunk of it was frozen in shock. What was he doing? What in the world was he thinking, letting a stranger-a big, muscle-bound stranger-finger fuck him and spank him and tell him to make more noise, and in public? This was insane. This was crazy."
Psychology during sex doesn't work for this type of story, not to mention the awkward flow interruptions form the overuse of the word "and."
I didn't go in expecting much, and I wasn't surprised.
My rating: 1 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: Turning Back Time by Rumiko TakahashiI really do love this series. It has great nostalgic value considering it was the second Manga series that I ever picked up (Rurouni Kenshin being the first one).
I got just over half way through the series when I had to switch to a new laptop and lost my place, and not picking it up again until now. But I decided to go ahead and start over since It had been so long since I read it. I only own the first seven volumes in print, the rest I've been reading online.
The first volume is a pretty good way to start the series, the art bugs me a little at times, but it doesn't take away from the story. The story is a quick read that a lot of people love, including me.
For those who don't know, the story follows a high school girl (Kagome) that is living between her world and the feudal one, where she meets a half-demon (Inuyasha) and learns she is a reincarnation of Inuyasha's former lover Kikyo and she must help protect the feudal world from demons getting a hold of the Shikon Jewel of power.
On to the next chapter (again)!
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: Family Matters by Rumiko TakahashiLike I said in my review for volume one, I had gotten a little over half way through the series when I had to switch laptops and lost my place. And since that was a while ago, I went ahead and started over on the series. (I own the first seven or eight issues from the series, so I read most of this online.)
In this volume we get to meet one of my favorite bad boys ever - Sesshomaru! His personality is just awful, he's a horrible person, but I can't help but love him. As with most fangirls out there. He's so smug and determined to do everything he can to give himself the upper edge.
Sesshomaru's project this issue? Find and plunder the grave of his father for the sword hidden there. The Tetsusaiga. The secret location of the the grave is in the black pearl that was hidden in Inuyasha's right eye, unbeknownst to Inuyasha.
But there is a bit of a problem with Sesshomaru getting the sword, he can't pull it out of it's resting place. Neither can Inuyasha. But Kagome can, because she is a normal human and the sword was forged for the protection of Inuyasha's human mother (remember, he is only a half demon).
Speaking of Kagome, she is a lot calmer and optimistic than I would be in her situation. A lot more than most anyone really. She seemed to readily accept her destiny as a reincarnation and as a human in a feudal demon world. Kudos for her for being brave enough to yell in a demon's face without batting an eye.
Well, anyway, onto the next chapter! Happy reading all.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Way to go, K.C.! I enjoyed reading your reviews of the Brody's Ghost series and I added the first book to my to-read list.
Thank you! I'm flattered that someone has been enjoying reading my reviews. I hope you enjoy the Brody's Ghost series, it's a wonderful ride. :)
InuYasha: Good Intentions by Rumiko TakahashiWe meet yet another one of the main cast in this volume, Shippo. A small Yokai who has suffered a great loss and now seeks to obtain the Shikkon Jewel shards to gain power to avenge the death. He isn't one of the best characters in my opinion, I actually found him a little annoying throughout the series. I found him a little boring an irritating at times.
Speaking of irritating, we also see one of my biggest pet peeves about this series. The fact that throughout attempting to save the Feudal era Japan, Kagome is still worrying about math tests and dates in her own time (she can move between times through a well). With all that's going on in her life, I wouldn't give two shits about that math test. It's far less important. That part of the story (which continues throughout the series) was irrelevant and irritating.
The main villain in this volume is a Yokai with a shard of the Shikkon Jewel. The Yokai is a mask that takes control of it's host and uses it until it dies or continues to morph into a larger grotesque organism.
The villain is very minor (only this volume), but we get to see a bit more of the dynamic of Kagome and Inuyasha's relationship. It's a little early for it to be developing this quickly in my opinion, but at least it doesn't drag on like so man other series.
It is clear that Inuyasha has some kind of soft spot or feelings for Kagome (I already know how it ends, but I'm writing this based on just this volume). But their relationship consists a lot of yelling at each other, since Inuyasha has no idea how to be a nice guy. XD
I'll probably continue reading in the morning, it's almost midnight where I am at the moment. Happy reading all.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: Lost and Alone by Rumiko TakahashiIn this issue we finish up with the Thunder Brothers - and in the process of killing the brothers, we learn a little more about Inuyasha's Tetsusaiga. Namely it's scabbard (the sheath of a sword). The scabbard was able to protect Inuyasha from the elder Thunder brother's power - it's protection is limited but far more powerful than a normal scabbard.
And for the inner fangirl in all of us - after the brothers were defeated Inuyasha thought that Kagome was dead, and he saw her it appeared as though she was ascending to the afterlife. He reached out to her screaming "Don't Go!" And being the inner fangirl that I am, the first time I read that I was quite excited as you can surely imagine.
After that section was concluded, Inuyasha and Kagome now have several more Shikon Jewel fragments. Therefore it's time for Kagome to be the annoying little thing that she is and return to her own world so that she can fret about school work.
And with her frets about school work she realizes that she has to take extra math classes to keep up with her middle school class because she is missing weeks at a time thanks to Inuyasha and her destiny. If that wasn't annoying enough, her family is telling the school that she is suffering from all these ailments, and the young boy at school who likes her keeps bringing gifts to her house to help her feel better. His character is incredibly naive and boring in my opinion.
He's annoying and she should give up on school. But her going back home allowed her to run across a Poltergeist of a young girl who died in a fire who was in dire need of rescuing. And Kagome's moral compass wouldn't let her walk away from a little girl in need. It was a kind of sad story, but not a bad one. This mini-arch was better than the Thunder Brothers.
Anyway, onto the next chapter.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: Flesh and Bone by Rumiko TakahashiWe finally got to one of my favorite parts of the story. When Inuyasha turns human for a little bit.
With Hanyou (half demons) there is a certain time that comes around when they lose all of their powers and turns human. For Inuyasha it is the night of the new moon. He looses his ears, fangs and claws, his hair turns black and he is completely susceptible to anything that would kill a human.
During this section of the book Inuyasha still tries to protect Kagome, Shippo and the Shikon Jewel fragments, but he finds that it more difficult that he originally thought, and he found himself relying on Kagome for emotional support. He feels conflicted when he see's her crying at the thought of his death. As he is recovering from the poison that almost killed him, he asks to rest his head on her lap and tells her she smells nice. Which is the opposite of what he's said the entire rest of the series, to which Kagome questions and he tells her he had been lying before.
Since I am a fangirl, I just can't help but love that scene. It gives a little more to the relationship that Kagome and Inuyasha share, which develops more and more as the series goes on. But alas, Inuyasha turning human is a rare thing. It would be a lot more believable and in depth series with a lot more thought put into it. But it seems that Rumiko Takahashi forgot about this detail.
((I'd like to note here that, yes, their relationship moves rather quickly in the series and Inuyasha is rather immature at times, but I still love the two of them. There is a lot of problems with their relationship, and story at times, but I can overlook it because I still love the series.))
The next half of the volume consists of Kikyo getting resurrected at the cost of Kagome turning into a soulless shell. And we learn more about Kikyo and Inuyasha's relationship before the story started - both of them feeling betrayed and it not actually being their fault. It's an interesting love-hate relationship.
Kagome becomes a soulless shell because she is the reincarnation of Kikyo and her soul go transferred to the new body that was created for Kikyo. Throughout the previous chapters and volumes Inuyasha finds himself staring at Kagome and having feelings he would towards Kikyo. He could tell just by her smell.
Again, I know I was a lot farther than this in the series, but I loved this volume.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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((June 30, 2015))
InuYasha: Wounded Souls by Rumiko TakahashiWe get to see even more confirmation that Kagome is special in a world of freaks and demons. She is able to purify the tainted shards of the Shikon Jewel. (Something that everyone knows if they've watched or read any part of the series - I'm hoping to get caught up to where I was soon, but I have a lot more to go).
Anyway - the Shikon fragments are capable of being corrupted by the evil spirits in those who wield the fragments. Upon seeing the fragment Miroku, the inappropriate monk, can see immediately that he cannot pick up the shard because it is corrupted. However as soon as Kagome, having not even noticed it was corrupted, picked it up and it was immediately was purified.
A little easy - but oh well.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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((June 30, 2015))
InuYasha: Close Enemies by Rumiko TakahashiThis one was a pretty good read.
A fight between Inuyasha's group and Sesshomaru where Sesshomaru was able to wield Inu's sword due to a replacement human arm given to him by Naraku. Whom we finally get to look at. I've said it before and I'll say it a million more times - I love Sesshomaru and all his hatred. He's always so calm in situations (unless Rin is involved, but we haven't meet her yet, so shhh).
After the fight most all of the group are pretty badly injured and being the loving man he is (even if he doesn't know it), Inuyasha was immensely worried about Kagome, pulled her close, stole the Shikon Jewel and sent her back to her own world through the well and sealing it.
I don't know about any of you, but if I were Kagome I would be fighting to find a way back, even though the block is placed on the feudal side of the portal. To me the school and going on dates would mean absolutely nothing. The world is in peril, even if Kagome is fifteen, she is still obnoxious.
Anyway, I'll get started on the next one.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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((July 3, 2015)
InuYasha: Stolen Spirit by Rumiko TakahashiAs I remember from almost finishing the series before (a little over half way through), this was one of my favorite volumes, and I totally remember why.
I do love this series despite it's problems (both in art and dialogue, even it's predictability). But this volume had several wonderfully romantic scenes between Inuyasha and Kagome. Inuyasha has always had problems being himself and admitting to his feelings, but he was able to tell Kagome that he wants her by his side and that he loves it when she smiles (even if she was asleep for the last statement). It makes him feel safe.
Despite his love for Kikyo, Inuyasha's heart is being healed by Kagome and he's maturing as a man (in the emotional sense, not the physical). I really love the moments when he's such a sweet heart towards Kagome - it actively upsets him when she is upset.
The fight scenes through the series are pretty well done too, if I do say so myself, I enjoy reading the fighting - there is a lot of anger and passion in the fights. (Even though the art does bother me at times, the fight scenes are well paced and laid out in my opinion.)
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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((July 3, 2015))
InuYasha: Building a Better Trap by Rumiko TakahashiIn this volume we get to meet Sango, her little brother and Kiara. Of the three I like Kiara the best, but the others aren't bad characters.
And I always forget Myouga exists, the little flea that is full of knowledge and annoyance.
And they brought in Inuyasha's human side again, which makes me happy. It gives the story more humanity and believability to it.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Magic the Gathering: Dark Ascension Player's Guide by Wizards of the CoastI am not as avid of a Magic player as I would like to be - but the people I played with took the fun out of playing it. They were the type to spend their entire paychecks on getting the best cards to build an unbeatable deck. No one just played for fun like I did. The other thing that really bothered me about my group was the snob-ish attitude that many of them had - they acted that if I didn't know each and every aspect of each of the rules, I wasn't worth their time.
But that aside, I really do like the game. And I found this along with two other Player Guides at a garage sale for free, and needless to say, I'm excited.
This one goes over the foundation of the religion in the land of Innistrad where the humans were almost hunted unto extinction. It's a really interesting read.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Magic the Gathering: Avacyn Restored Guide by Wizards of the CoastI am not as avid of a Magic player as I would like to be - but the people I played with took the fun out of playing it. They were the type to spend their entire paychecks on getting the best cards to build an unbeatable deck. No one just played for fun like I did. The other thing that really bothered me about my group was the snob-ish attitude that many of them had - they acted that if I didn't know each and every aspect of each of the rules, I wasn't worth their time.
But that aside, I really do like the game. And I found this along with two other Player Guides at a garage sale for free, and needless to say, I'm excited.
This is the second Player's Guide I've read and it is very clear that I do not know much about the Magic the Gathering lore - but I am on my way to learning more about it. There is so much to this game, and even if I don't play it much, it still really interesting to read about. I have one more player guide to read, and I hope that it will help clarify some of the stuff I was confused about in this one.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Magic the Gathering: New Phyrexia Player's Guide by Wizards of the CoastMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
I am not as avid of a Magic player as I would like to be - but the people I played with took the fun out of playing it. They were the type to spend their entire paychecks on getting the best cards to build an unbeatable deck. No one just played for fun like I did. The other thing that really bothered me about my group was the snob-ish attitude that many of them had - they acted that if I didn't know each and every aspect of each of the rules, I wasn't worth their time.
But that aside, I really do like the game. And I found this along with two other Player Guides at a garage sale for free, and needless to say, I'm excited.
This volume had a lot more story in it than the previous ones I read. It comes as no surprise though considering they reworked the world due to evolution and war. Factions had rose based upon the various colors of mana.
I feel as though there is a lot of story in this card game that could be beautifully expanded upon in novel form - but it would really depend on the author. I have yet to read any of the Magic novels out there but they may be interesting. I may eventually read them.
Suggestions for which ones to read are totally welcome.
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InuYasha: A Warrior's Code by Rumiko TakahashiI am still not caught up to where I had left off, but I am getting closer. I took a bit of a break from reading it for a while - but now I'm back in full swing! (Now if only I could do that with the novel I'm reading, haha).
But all that aside, I will always have a love-hate relationship with this series. At times it is predictable and frustrating. For example, Kagome is supposed to be fairly strong willed, but she's still a stereotypical teenager at times. Which would be fine based on her age, but she flops back and forth at inopportune times.
Despite it's flaws, this series is fascinating and fun to read. A very quick read as well.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Dune by Frank Herbert"The eye that looks ahead to the safe course is closed forever." -Page 476
This book was not an easy one to get through, just because of how in depth it went, but it was completely worth the effort I put in. It took me a little longer to read this than I would have liked, but I loved the book and found it absolutely fascinating.
There were a lot of twists and turns in this book, and I didn't find it predictable. Which is a wonderful thing to find in a book - when you're along for the ride and don't feel like you know what every turn is going to be.
The writing was incredibly powerful, and unique - a lot of people have a problem when a book is overly detailed in it's descriptions, but I found that refreshing after some of the other books I have read recently. And to find a book that is so entirely unique in the way it was written was absolutely thrilling.
I can completely see how this book influenced the science fiction genre since it's come out. It has a lot of elements that I've seen used and emulated in later works. I am so glad that I took the time to read this classic, and I would recommend it to anyone who is a fan of science fiction.
"When religion and politics travel in the same cart the riders believe nothing can stand in their way. Their movement became headlong - faster and faster and faster. They put aside all thought of obstacles and forget that a precipice does not show itself to the man in a blind rush until it's too late." -Page382"
Frank Herbert's ability to take a concept in his mind and build an entire world and religion is highly admirable and impressive. The societal, economic, and religious nuances in this book are so intricate that you feel they are a real world, and a real people. In the appendices, he explains the ecology and influences used in this book, but his creation feels like something all it's own. He breathed life into this amazing book - and I can't wait to read the rest of the work he's had published.
Frank Herbert is an pioneer of the genre with a powerful voice.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Doctor Who: Deep Time by Trevor Baxendale"I do hope you're all ready to be terrified." -Page 11
This was an interesting read, it was a lot like watching an episode of the show.
I'm pretty new to the fandom, but once I got into the show, I was hooked. Thus, needless to say, I was excited when I won this book in one of the GoodRead's First Reads Giveaways. I really suggest you look throw the giveaways that are available. In all honesty, I enter quite a lot of them to help expand my reading pallet.
Moving on to the book. It was a really fun and quick read with a good balance of humor and serious points of interest. When I say it was a quick read I mean that it felt like it was meant for a Middle School reading level - with large font (I'd guess 14 pt) and large spacing on the sides. It was a quick read but rather enjoyable - but not what I expected. When I read these type of books, I expect to get into a deep, difficult story, but this one wasn't too bad. Kind of refreshing in compared to the last book I read, Dune.
"You're both mad and irresponsible," said Tanya.
"But alive," replied the Doctor.
-Page 78
It felt like I was watching an episode while reading this book, and I gotta say that I loved that feeling - and those eyebrows! (You'll get it when you read it.)
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Batman, Vol. 1: The Court of Owls by Scott SnyderI got the really neat box set with the white Owl Mask in it. So, needless to say I was pretty excited about that.
I've followed the Batman series for quite a long time - Seduction of the Gun was actually the first comic book I ever read way long ago. And I have to say, I really liked this one and really want to get the rest of the series. It was a dark and emotional way to start off the New 52 that DC put out.
One thing I've always loved about the Batman franchise is how psychological it is. And this stayed true to that theme - really playing on the mindset of Bruce and his fellow cohorts at various stages in their lives. Most notably, a young Bruce Wayne trying to come to terms with the tragic death of his parents and almost dying in the process.
Great volume.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: Scars of the Past by Rumiko TakahashiOne thing that I noticed about this series while reading this volume (after a bit of hiatus from reading) is that the word bubbles repeat themselves a lot. The chapters are so short that they repeat two to three word bubbles from the last chapter in each new chapter. It's actually kind of annoying - most people can remember what they read a few moments ago (if you are reading the actual volumes and not online like I am).
Anyway, in this one we see a little bit more about Miroku's air rip and how it's slowly killing him - slowly shortening his life. He even tries to use the wounded air rip to save his friends, despite the risk to his life span. A nice dash of emo no?
But then Rumiko Takahashi adds a section on Sango's supposedly dead younger brother. Cause Naraku is a ass-hat. How's that for emo?
Like I have said in previous volumes, I can't for the life of me remember where I left off on this series before I had to switch laptops and lost my place. But I am certain I was farther than this (I think I got to chapter 300-something. Right now I'm on chapter 109.)
Anyway, happy reading all!
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: Trials and Traps by Rumiko TakahashiA cliffhanger! That is totally not fair.
As I said in previous volumes, I am re-reading the first half then going on to finish the series (eventually). It's been a while since I read the first half of this series, and so not all of it is fresh in my mind. And this was a cliffhanger!
It's 12:30 in the morning as I type this and it was a cliffhanger.
The life of a fangirl is a challenging one.
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But I got to say that I really enjoyed this volume. Kagome and Inuyasha finally got some time one on one, which was refreshing, as Inuyasha revealed a bit of his heart to her, discussing his past. And realizing how comfortable he felt beside her. It was a really cute, lovey-dovey scene. I don't really like the romance genre, but being a fangirl, having scenes like that sprinkled in my fandoms (both canon and not) is a wonderful feeling.
Sango betrayed her friends, by stealing Inuyasha's sword. But you know what. They still love her (even if they don't say it exactly like that). They were really forgiving and not ass-faces about it like most characters in other series would have been.
Inuyasha and Kagome also get to help a gentle half-Yokai from an angry and incredibly prejudiced town. I gotta say, in a weird way, that monster was kind of cute and definitely a sweet-heart.
And finally- another appearance from Kikyo!
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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((September 3, 2015))
Doctor Who: Free Comic Book Day by Nick AbadzisI've read over 800 comics just this year, so I don't plan on putting them all on here, but I picked this one up on my kindle app on my phone and decided to read it for something to pass the time, and to break up my reading of Inuyasha.
I liked the stories, they were pretty funny. It had the three doctors that I am most familiar with since I am new to the fandom.
My only real complaint is the way the app does comics, it makes it hard to actually read the dialogue.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: The Mind's Eye by Rumiko TakahashiThe story continues. Kikyo is showing a few different sides of her new life. It's clear in this one that she is playing all sides of the fight - to the point of attempting to kill Kagome.
The relationship between Kagome, Inuyasha and Kikyo is a fun one. They say love triangles are really overdone, which they are. But it is not often that you see a character be as firm in his emotions as Inuyasha can be. He is determined when it comes to Kagome, which is pretty heartwarming and refreshing. I fangirled a couple of times in this volume.
We also get to learn about the history and power of both Inuyasha's and Sesshomaru's swords. The origin of them, the secret power they both hold, and get to meet the creator of them. Pretty interesting stuff.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Dragon Drive Vol. 4 by Ken-ichi SakuraI absolutely love this series! I got the first 3 volumes one year from one of my friends as a gift, and I was instantly hooked.
It's a great action series that follows someone who isn't good at anything who suddenly finds himself paired with a dragon in a "game." But like most series, it's not just a game, it's a lot more than that.
The story has a lot of classic tropes that are overdone, but it does it in a fun, new, and fascinating way. It doesn't feel like reading the same story again and again.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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InuYasha: Gray Areas by Rumiko TakahashiI do love this series.
This volume is where we get to see the softer side of Sesshomaru, whom I love deeply. As Sesshomaru is healing in the woods, unable to move, a mute young girl named Rin offers her help - which is of course rejected. But the two of them have a really beautiful relationship. Which isn't loli, like a lot of people think. In my mind, it's more of a instinctive and protective nature in Shesshomaru's heart. He does everything he can to take care of this little girl - one of the only people to care for him as he is. Other than Jaken, but most don't like him.
We also get to meet Koga in this volume - whom I also love, haha. Koga is the leader of a wolf pack who is a powerful (albeit less powerful than Inuyasha and others already introduced) leader who falls in love with the strong girl who can see Shikon fragments - Kagome.
This leads to, oh boy, a love triangle! And Inuyasha is incredibly hurt and jealous by Kagome defending Koga's life after his declaration of love. It hurt him really deeply, but he doesn't know how to express it, so he gets angry.
The emotion in these scenes feels really raw and real. I love where Kagome tries make things easier on Inuyasha, the sweet scenes in the series are quite wonderful.
But then the moment is ruined - because she goes back to the time in which she is originally from. I gotta say, if she's invested this much of her life in the feudal era - just stay there. I hated her going back to her own time my first (partial) read through, and I don't like it now. It always feels like filler and needless.
Hopefully she doesn't stay very long this time. (I can't remember everything.)
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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2025 Reading Challenge
Books mentioned in this topic
Green Lantern, Volume 1: No Fear (other topics)Green Lantern, Volume 2: Revenge of the Green Lanterns (other topics)
Green Lantern, Volume 3: Wanted: Hal Jordan (other topics)
The Magic School Bus Gets Caught in a Web (other topics)
The King's Justice (other topics)
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Authors mentioned in this topic
Wendy Pini (other topics)Geoff Jones (other topics)
Jeanette Lane (other topics)
Stephen R. Donaldson (other topics)
Dr. Seuss (other topics)
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I'll try to keep you all updated. Good luck with all your challenges. Feel free to drop a comment and talk with me. Below is a list of the books and my reviews of them! Enjoy~
January Books:
February Books:
1. Fire Sea by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman
2. What's Left of Me by Kat Zhang
3. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
4. Rurouni Kenshin Volume 1 by Kaoru Shizuka
March Books:
5. A Hunger Like Fire by Greg Stolze
6. Shizuko's Daughter by Kyoko Mori
7. Angelfall by Susan Ee
May Books:
8. Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 1 by Mari Yoshino
9. Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 2 by Mari Yoshino
10. Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 3 by Mari Yoshino
11. Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 4 by Mari Yoshino
12. Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 5 by Mari Yoshino
13. Momoiro Heaven! Vol. 6 by Mari Yoshino
14. The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski
15. Black Bird Vol. 17 by Kanoko Sakurakouji
16. Black Bird Vol. 18 by Kanoko Sakurakouji
17. Hachimitsu Shounen by Mari Yoshino
18. Deep Blue by Mari Yoshino
19. Brody's Ghost, book 1 by Mark Crilley (Books 1 and 2 in one)
20. Brody's Ghost Vol. 3 by Mark Crilley
21. Brody's Ghost Vol. 4 by Mark Crilley
22. Brody's Ghost Vol. 5 by Mark Crilley
23. Brody's Ghost Vol. 6 by Mark Crilley
June Books:
24. Kakemakumo, Kashikoki by Rihito Takarai
25. Dirty Laundry by Heidi Cullinan
26. Inuyasha, Vol. 1 by Rumiko Takahashi
27. Inuyasha, Vol. 2 by Rumiko Takahashi
28. Inuyasha, Vol. 3 by Rumiko Takahashi
29. Inuyasha, Vol. 4 by Rumiko Takahashi
30. Inuyasha, Vol. 5 by Rumiko Takahashi
31. Inuyasha, Vol. 6 by Rumiko Takahashi
32. Inuyasha, Vol. 7 by Rumiko Takahashi
July Books:
33. Inuyasha, Vol. 8 by Rumiko Takahashi
34. Inuasha, Vol. 9 by Rumiko Takahashi
35. Magic the Gathering: Dark Ascension Player's Guide by Wizards of the Coast
36. Magic the Gathering: Avacyn Restored Guide by Wizards of the Coast
August Books:
37. Magic the Gathering: New Phyrexia Player's Guide by Wizards of the Coast
38. Inuyasha, Vol. 10 by Rumiko Takahashi
39. Dune by Frank Herbert
40. Doctor Who: Deep Time by Trevor Baxendale
41. Batman, Vol. 1: The Court of Owls by Scott Snyder
September Books:
42. Inuyasha, Vol. 11 by Rumiko Takahashi
43. Inuyasha, Vol. 12 by Rumiko Takahashi
44. Doctor Who: Free Comic Book Day by Nick Abadzis
45. Inuyasha, Vol. 13 by Rumiko Takahashi
46. Dragon Drive Vol. 4 by Ken-ichi Sakura
47. Inuyasha, Vol. 14 by Rumiko Takahashi
48. Inuyasha, Vol. 15 by Rumiko Takahashi
49. in bura 2 by Endou Tatsuya
50. Inuyasha, Vol. 16 by Rumiko Takahashi
51. 百合姫Wildrose by Monchi Kaori
52. Yuri Hime Wildrose 2 by Mizuno Touko
53. Yuri Hime Wildrose 3 by Kazuka Minami
54. Yuri Hime Wildrose 4 by Banana Nangoku
55. 百合姫 Wildrose 5 by 蔵王大志
56. Yuri Hime Wildrose 7 by Rokuroichi
57. Inuyasha, Vol. 17 by Rumiko Takahashi
58. Inuyasha, Vol. 18 by Rumiko Takahashi
59. Dorothy of Oz: Volume 1 by Hee-Joon Son
60. UWA-KOI by Masahiro Itosugi
61. Dorothy of Oz: Volume 2 by Hee-Joon Son
62. Dorothy of Oz: Volume 3 by Hee-Joon Son
63. Dorothy of Oz by Hee-Joon Son
64. Inuyasha, Vol. 19 Rumiko Takahashi
65. 知ってるよ。[Shitteru yo.] by Hinako
66. I Fell In Love For The First Time by ASAGI Ryuu
67. Kaze no Stigma, Vol. 1 by Takahiro Yamato
68. Kaze no Stigma, Vol. 2 by Takahiro Yamato
October:
69. Inuyasha, Vol. 20 by Rumiko Takahashi
70. Mizutama Honey Boy by Ike Junko
71. Inuyasha Vol. 21 by Rumiko Takahashi
72. Ghost Rider, Vol. 1: Vicious Cycle by Daniel Way
73. Ghost Rider, Vol. 2: The Life & Death of Johnny Blaze by Daniel Way
74. Ghost Rider, Vol. 3: Apocalypse Soon by Daniel Way
75. Serpent Mage by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman
76. Inside the Human Body by Joanna Cole
77. Concealed Kingdoms: Part One by Chris Northern
November:
78. What Pet Should I Get? by Dr. Seuss
79. The King's Justice: Two Novellas by Stephen R. Donaldson
80. The Magic School Bus Gets Caught in a Web by Jeanette Lane
81. Green Lantern, Vol. 1: No Fear by Geoff Jones
82. Green Lantern, Vol. 2: Revenge of the Green Lanterns by Geoff Jones
83. Green Lantern, Vol. 3: Wanted by Geoff Jones
December:
84. ElfQuest 1: Fire & FlightElfQuest 1: Fire & Flight by Wendy Pini
85.