Author: Cat Patrick
Published: 6. 7. 11 by Little Brown
Inky's Blurbings:
Wow. This was one interesting book! The premise of the novel is thie totally crazy one that I found very neat. I mean a girl whose memory is reversed? Um how wacky is that? Haha.

Let's take the plot. For as long as she can remember (pardon the irony) London's never been able to know/remember what happened in her past. She can only see the immediate present day and snatches of future happens of herself and other people. She doesn't know how this happened or why. Honestly it was a very interesting predicament to find a character in. I really liked how it was portrayed, and I could see London's personal struggle dealing with the challenge. I can only imagine how hard it would be not to be able to remember some people that you met the day before. Having to rely on your notes which are mere descriptions. It was all quite fascinating. 

So we have this bizarre situation, and in the midst of it all, London falls in love. Now I tell you, how is this possible? She can't remember! It was crazy interesting! She read her notes and tried to re-meet him everyday. It came back to her most of the time. And so it wasn't too awkward. But I did find the whole deal a little funny. Luke did live up to my quota of a good boyfriend, though he was a little on the perfect side. However he does have a big secret that ties into the story and that was cool and added that good twist in the romance. But that's all I'm gonna say on that.

One little side-track plot that I enjoyed was the BFF-spat. Jamie knows that London has her power and she gets all mad at her for trying to warn her to be careful in her future. When they essentially "break-up" it added a new traumatic level to London, and then as she wants to help her friend for the better we get this other side of her, the compassionate, helpful London. The girl who wants the best for people. I really liked that.

Throughout the story she starts noticing how her mom is being secretive and lying to her about things, and she also starts having these little flashbacks from the past, that built up into a plot twist I never could have seen coming! It was so interesting when it was all revealed and things took a new turn. But then the book wrapped up way to quickly! It wasn't like the snap of your fingers, but it seemed we missed some scenes that should have been put in rather than mentioned in two sentences. And I really would have liked a few more chapters, but I'm not complaining. It was still a really stunning book.

So in conclusion, I liked it. It was a fun read and had a very unique premise. Cat told a good story and kept me entertained on the edge of my seat, even if I would have liked a little more. I'm for sure eager to read her other book Revived. 

Content: Mild
(3 instances of language (bi***, he**) Some kisses (a couple heated ones-shirts off) and innuendo)
Have you read Forgotten or Revived? Do you want to? I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Author: Hannah Harrington
TB Published: 8. 28. 12 by Harlequin Teen

I wish I could give this book more than 2.5 Stars. I've had to many of those lately. But I just can't give five stars to a book that spitting cursings and innuendo every other sentence. (see content) There were a few redeeming qualities about the book, so I'll try to do the book justice.

When I started this, I knew practically nothing about this book. All I know was that I was reading it for a blog event I was asked to participate in. So I'm planted headfirst in this story I don't even know the subject of and right off we have this party with drunk high-school kids, gossip, curses, and other stuff I don't tend to relish in. I was a bit skeptical and then we get Chelsea discovering a secret, and since she apparently can't keep them starts blurbing to everyone. (Ever heard of Self-Control?) Of course it results in her humiliation, outcast, and almost killing the person she blurbed about. In one chapter we have set up the plot for the redemption-forgiveness plot. 

What happens next I actually found very well done and interesting. I liked the process that Chelsea went through to forgive herself and apologive for the wrongs she caused. Seeing her change was probably one of the only things I liked about the book. She was a very interesting character and well developed. You get a lot of her thoughts since she's not speaking. Seeing the world from her head and position was well written. That and her new best friend Asha. Rock on girl. You are the bomb.

As w/most YA books, there is romance included. It was interesting how he helped her change and was part of that process. So yes, I did like Sam (he DOES have a name!). He was fantastical and hot and developed. I liked how their relationship went from nothing to a good connection. 

So honestly I didn't dump this book on the DNF shelf so that I could finish seeing how Chelsea ended up and how the romance rinalized. Other than that the content was getting to me. I can take some cursing and innuendo. I understand that sometimes characters just "need" to swear. But when the S, F and B words are being thrown out very often and sometimes casually that, to me is just a sign of bad grammar. Really? You couldn't have said that any better? We had to hear all that crap? (Please keep in mind that these are my direct opinions. I mean no offense to any who would find it.) Not to mention the innuendo, sexual and lesbian matters expressed in this book. It's all good and fine but to me I don't need all that.

So the story was disappointing on the content level but due to the redeeming qualities that didn't make it a total DNF read. I'm not sure that I would reccomend this unless you are okay with the language, content and like a nice contemporary story about redemption. That was very well told, and I do give it to Hannah (same name!) for that.

Content: Moderate-Heavy
(Rumors-gossiping-belittling of others. Drinking, getting drunk. I was surprised how centered around lesbians this book was. Character stumbles upon gays making out. It's seen a few times. Gay jokes, mention of gay characters. Innuendo, mention of slutty people. More innuendo. Two characters sleep in clothes together. SLEEP. A make out a bunch of times. Language: Sh** = 15+, He** = 15+, Deity = 35+, bit**=15+, F***=20 , As* = 15+, da**=10 +.)
Have you read and ARC of Speechless? Thoughts? Do you plan to read this? Do you agree with any of my opinions? I'd love to hear any thoughts you want to share.

Author: Lisa T. Bergren
Series: Grand Tour #1
Published: June 1st by David C. Cook
Pages: 416
Rating: 5/5stars

When Cora Kensington learns she is the illegitimate daughter of a copper king, her life changes forever. Even as she explores Europe with her new family, she discovers that the most valuable journey is within. The first book in the Grand Tour series takes you from the farms of Montana through England and France on an adventure of forgiveness, spiritual awakening, and self-discovery.

In One Word: GLAMOROUS!

Inky's Blurb: Oh. Wow. It's been so amazing to read this book. I was so excited to get this on NetGalley as a pre-ready. But for all you eager readers of this book don't worry, it's comes out this weekend! 


I love anything by Lisa T. Bergren. She's got this style of writing that just draws you into the story. she can shape characters almost to perfection. They are lovable, and some are VERY crush worthy. This was that case with Glamorous Illusions as well. Cora was a lovely and independent MC and I appreciated the development in her background.

One of the very interesting things I found in this book was the way the narration took place. You read Cora's POV in 1st person of course since she is the sole character. But there are some scenes where you get a different POV told in 3rd person. I've heard of this happening in some books but it's still very interesting to read.

I love the side cast of characters. The glamorous families and rich lords, to the low servants. I thought there was some great diversity among them. I love the to potential love interests. Pierre is the light hearted flirtatious Frenchmen while Will is the strong, handsome Tour Guide. I really can't wait to see what will happen with Cora and these two in the next book.

It was a very enjoyable story with a rich historical background woven in! I'm so ready for the second book in the Grand Tour Series to see how it continues. Very much in love with Cora's story right now. I highly approve of this latest masterpiece by Lisa T. Bergren.

Content: Clean

A copy was received from publisher for an honest review.

Have you read any of Lisa's books? What did you think? I'd love to hear!








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Author: Jen Calonita
Series: Belles #1
Published: April 10, 2012 by Poppy
Pages: 356
Rating: 4.5 Stars

Fifteen-year-old Isabelle Scott loves her life by the boardwalk on the supposed wrong side of the tracks in North Carolina. But when tragedy strikes, a social worker sends her to live with a long-lost uncle and his preppy privileged family, Isabelle is taken away from everything she’s ever known, and, unfortunately, inserting her into the glamorous lifestyle of Emerald Cove doesn’t go so well. Her cousin Mirabelle Monroe isn’t thrilled to share her life with an outsider, and, in addition to dealing with all the rumors and backstabbing that lurk beneath their classmates’ Southern charm, a secret is unfolding that will change both girls’ lives forever.

My Thoughts: Belles was a really sweet, fresh contemporary that I really enjoyed. The setting was lovely, the plot was lovely it was all a lovely fun read that I really liked. It's full of preppy fun and high societies. So it's filled with Queen Bees, secrets, lies and thrilling drama. Oooh-la-la! It was very fun to read and get into that kind of a society. It was well developed on the storyline level. I felt that I understood well and could just enjoy.

The story was told from two switching viewpoints, Mira and Izzie. The princess and the pauper. I enjoyed reading the different viewpoints. I would have wished it to be in first person but it was still really good and the girls developed. They grew and changed gradually and it was really wonderful. The ironic thing about these characters was the they both have a belle in their names. (Hence the title I would assume). And two of the boys in this book are Hayden and Brayden. What is up with that? Amusing but fun all the same.

In the midst of all the -somewhat predictable- drama there is the love aspect. Yes it was a bit cheesy but still very sweet. I liked seeing it play out and how Mira's character evolving played a bit part in it. I really liked that. And sweet Izzie, so many things go wrong for her but I still love her dearly.

This was a very fun, sweet, cute, beautiful contemporary that I highly recommend and a book to love, or as a beach read by the boardwalk. Very well done.

Content: Mild
(a few instances of language (OMG) and a couple of kisses)

Have you read Belles? If so, what did you think?









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Being Sixteen by Ally Condie

Published: 2.3.10
Publisher: Deseret Book Compnay
Pages: 240
Rating: 5 Stars

Summary: Juliet Kendall has been looking forward to her sixteenth birthday for what feels like forever. At first, it seems like being sixteen will be as perfect as she dreamed---she has great friends, a cute almost-boyfriend, a spot on the varsity girls' basketball team, and even a car of her own. But, as the year goes on, she discovers that her sister Carly is hiding a secret, and realizes that, in fact, being sixteen may be her hardest year yet.