I voluntarily reviewed an ARC
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Love the witty banter between all the characters but especially between Mal and Lacey. Absolutely love this book, I've got to find the other books in this series now!
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*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review

 Pensive, I pick up my fork and dig into the gloppy red mess that feels like my life. This mess, though, I can make disappear. The turmoil inside me, that won't go away until Mom does.

Or until I do.

First, thank you so much to Olivia Wildenstein for this ARC! I really enjoyed starting this new series 

Because Id started out reading her fantasy/paranormal series, The Lost Clan, I wasn't really sure what to expect of a more contemporary series. Im glad I decided to request the ARC because the story was well-written and it had me glued to my nook just waiting to read where it was going.

That being said, I was a little confused at first. I wasn't exactly sure what the plot of the story was. It was focused on building the family relationships at the beginningmainly the dysfunctional and abusive relationship between Aster and her mother. However, it did become more clear later on after a particularly shocking incident with Aster, Ivy, and their mother.

 The key she wears around her neck swings against her shapeless white blouse. Its the key to all her secrets. Sometimes, I think its the key to her heart, but then I remember she doesnt have one.

I sometimes had a hard time liking Ivy because of how oblivious she could be. Her mother was really her blind spot because she seemed unable (or unwilling) to recognize how dangerous her mother could be to Aster. She was very placating, always trying to defuse the situation but never doing much to prevent it from happening later on. At the same time, however, I felt a little sympathetic because of the way she was constantly caught between her sister and mother.

Besides the family relationships, I also enjoyed seeing the way that things developed between Aster and Josh. He was always protective of both sisters, but I think more so of Aster. It was partly because of how Asters mother would pick on her so much, but also because Aster was dealing with her own mental and emotional problems.

Overall, I think this was a great start to the series. It really set the history and relationships up well, and Im looking forward to continuing and seeing where it goes.

The Masterkey was just released on October 16th, so go check it out!
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I am being asked to review a book that I have not read yet. More to follow.....tune back in tomorrow
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No Spoilers..Reviewing for Smut Hut Promotions. I enjoyed this book, and I was informed that this book is already going through a re-edit. I am not going to review on the grammatical issues since that has already been addressed. This story is not a standalone and does end in a cliffhanger. I enjoyed this but wanted so much more. I felt the character development was rushed. I didn't get emotionally involved. I didn't feel the rush of danger or the hurt when that danger came knocking. I liked the story line and will read the next book to find out how it ends, however I was left feeling like this would not be a memorable read for me. I am still hopeful that the next book will wow me and I can get the kick I'm looking for.
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I feel like I cant write this review without introducing myself properly.

Hi, my name is Caitlin Christensen and I am addicted to Tamora Pierce.

There, I said it. Isnt admittance the first step in the process of coming out? Im not looking for a cure, but I do want you to know up front that I am a Tamora Pierce SUPERFAN so Im probably biased. But then again, if you didn't like any of her other books then I don't know why you're even reading this review. I hope, like me, you're already a fan of her amazing work, and if you aren't yet than I hope this review will encourage you to take that first teeny tiny step and immerse yourself in the world of magic she creates.

Ive been in possession of Battle Magic since about a week before it came out. They were selling it early at The National Book Festival because Tamora Pierce was there to sign copies of it, and I was THRILLED to get to hold her new book in my hands early (doesnt it always feel blissfully elicit when you get your hands on a book early?). Back then, I wasn't book blogging or working in publishing, so I didn't read many ARCs, making having this one in my hands early all the more exciting.

But, heres the kicker - after I met Tamora, I couldn't bring myself to read this book, and not because she wasn't a BA person who was absolutely a dream-come-to-life in person. She was all that and more, and I felt my life would never be the same after getting to talk with her for a few brief moments (I cried my eyes out I was so ecstatic).

But I was holding the only book of hers I hadnt read in my hands, and I was scared. I was afraid that I would waste my first-read-through rushing full-speed into it. I didn't want it to be over. So I waited, and I waited, and I waited. I figured if I found out the world was going to end, then it could be the last book I ever read. I told myself that as soon as I found out the release date of her next book, I would finally read it. Then, after three long years, I gave in, and here we are.

MY REVIEW:

I LOVED Battle Magic. I know that a lot of readers seemed to feel lukewarm about it, and its not that I don't think their critiques have value, its just that I don't agree with them. Now, as I said before, I am a HUGE Tamora Pierce SUPERFAN, so I may just be biased. But I really did think this book was a fantastic return to a world Ive always loved.

I thought the new locations were rich and intoxicating, the new characters were interesting and easy to grow attached to, and the plot developed in interesting ways. It wasn't quite as dark as some of Tamora Pierces other work, and I wouldnt have minded if it was, but I still felt I got my moneys worth in terms of dark horrors of war - it delves into and explains the events behind Briars nightmares from The Will of the Empress. So, given that this takes place before that book, we all already knew going in that Briar, Rosethron, and Evvy were going to survive whatever awaited them in this book. Despite that, I still found myself caught up in the suspense at several key points (I mean, what happens to Evvy is pretty freaking terrifying).

Also, unlike other reviewers, I felt like this was one example where ambient magic didn't really save our protagonists or win the war for them. Ambient magic has limits. In the end, it was another force altogether that helped them get out alive - Pierce has always relied heavily on the Gods in her books, and I thought their role in Gyongxe was beyond awesome (especially considering no one who leaves will ever remember it).

Basically, if you love Tamora Pierce, I think you will be reasonably (or ecstatically) happy about the way this one turned out. But don't take my word for it, pick it up and see for yourself!
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I am having to go back and place my reviews due to me not wanting to stop reading this story.....that's how awesome and addictive this was!!
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****I received a copy of this book for an honest review****
Sigh.... I have to say that the fact that the next book doesnt come out until April really has me down, but at least the series will be complete before the year is out 

Now onto my review because I cant just say that Im frustrated I don't have more to read.....

If I can do a slow clap over the internet, I would. This book blew me away. It was everything I was hoping for and everything that I never expected!
I love a very well planned out story line that makes unexpected turns and this really really did. You have no idea how guilty I feel because I was thinking that I had everything figured out and I was rooting against a character because I thought they were bad, I fact I thought oh I bet they are going to turn out to be a bad guy and they werent, I missed judged some of the characters so much lol
I have to give Margo credit for changing it up on us and giving us so much to look forward to! I know now to expect the unexpected and Im in no way going to make this review spoilerey at all because it would ruin everything! Lol

Im stoked to see what unfolds and I have to admit that Im really bummed I finished the book and I don't have anything more to read! (I know I already said that but I just need to reiterate that I need to figure out what happens and where this story goes stat!)
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Okay so I could have SWORN that I wrote a review for this back in July because I received a request to read books 1 & 2 and leave a review...and I do remember writing up my review...now I don't know if if just went missing on my computer and never got uploaded or if I really did upload it like I thought and it somehow didn't go through all the way??? I don't know, but now I feel really crappy because this was supposed to be done earlier...but anyway..this stuff doesn't at all affect the fact that I freaking LOVED this book! I couldn't stop reading once I started, it kept me completely engaged and I never once got bored! The men are sexy and I kind of keep going back and forth between them. Which is rare, I normally only like one guy in a love triangle..but this time..not so much!

Totally recommend this book!
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I struggled a little at the start but whoosh ill tell you i was so glad by start i mean the first chapter. Then it sucked me right in i loved it so much and the crossover with the starlight gods series was amazing. Please if you have read the moonlight gods series (so far) read it if you haven't read it anyway then go on to the other series i can't wait to see whats next for Scar and her boys
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I wanted so badly to give this book five stars. In fact, I very nearly did. I picked up Significance by Shelly Crane on a whim. several months agobut I never read it. I thought it looked cute, and it was free on Amazon, and I thought, Why not? I set it aside, and never went back to itbecause lets face it, my TBR pile is huge. Then, I came across a BookTube review of the series, heard that it was good, and thought, You know what? Ill give it a try. I wasn't disappointed.

The writing was nearly flawless. though Im sure there was a typo somewhere (there always is), I cant remember any. The text moved along at a nice pace. It was well structured, grammatically correct and punctuated (okay, I just remembered a typo) decently. I got sucked into the story from the very first page, and I hardly wanted to put the book down. In fact, I forgot to do anything but read until well into the wee hours of the morning (okay, so it was almost breakfast by the time I set it down). I absolutely loved it.

The characters were heartwarmingly endearing, fun, and funny. I adored Caleb and Maggie as a couple; they were undeniably perfect for each other. In equal parts, I was irritated with Kyle, Bish, and Marcus most of all. There was some definite tension between the couple and the other characters of the book, and at times it was frustrating to watch the story unfold for Maggie. The girl didn't seem to catch a break.

Heres where things got tricky (and why this lost a star for me). The love between Caleb and Maggie was the very definition of Instant-Love. Literally, they were madly in love after the very first five minutes of meeting each other. Its not a huge problem for me, but I know that for a lot of readers, this is going to make them cringe. On one hand, the instant love was well explained.. thats just how these soul mates/aces work. I understand that but Ill admit, it was really cheesy. I think I would have swallowed it a little better, except there was very little tension between the couple. I understandagain, they're soul mates there are paranormal forces at work that make them never want to be a part. I seriously get itbut I think I needed there to be tension between them anyway. Maggie was thrown into an impossible situation. She was just learning about these paranormal beings, finding out she was going to become one of them, basically betrayed by her own body to crave this guy shes never met.. and shes hopelessly nave about real relationships. It felt like there should have been more doubt, more fight and there wasnt. As adorable as they were, their relationship was a little too easy.

I also had a problem with the end. It felt like the end came out of nowhere. One second a new chapter and location had been revealed, and then BAM, the story ends mid-action. I hadnt expected that. I wish the chapter had gone on for a little longer, and I wish some of the things that had been interrupted in that chapter had been finished before moving on to the next book. It wasn't a big drawback for me, but it did bother me.

Overall, the book was great. I loved the characters, the romance, the plot, the world building but I recognize that this isn't going to be for everyone. If you're not a huge fan of romance, youll probably be annoyed at this book. The romance is everything to this book, and it gets pretty cheesy and squee-worthy. If you're more into the paranormal aspect of the story, the romance is probably going to bother you. If, however, you are like me, and a true romance reader at heart.. youll probably appreciate this book a lot more. The book isn't perfect, and it isn't going to be to everyones tastes, but if you like YA Romance with some paranormal thrown in, give this a chance. Its a solid read. I will definitely be heading on into the rest of the series.
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For me Codi Gary is a newer author. I didn't start reading her until this series. I don't know what the hell I was thinking. I think that for some reason I saw one cover I didn't like and that was it for me. This is why I try not to choose my books by the covers. Sometimes it works out, other times I kick myself in the ass.

The real sad part is that I now need to read all those stories I missed and have very little time to read them. I will be slowly fitting them in one story at a time.

Fingers crossed.

Either way, I will be reading the ones coming down the pike! As you can tell I'm very happy that I started reading her. I find her books very easy to get into with characters I want to know more about.

Hero of Mine might be the second book in the series but there is a novella to go with it. I would really read this series in order to truly get the feel for these characters.

I will admit that I didn't think I'd like Best in the beginning. Sometimes it's hard to forget what a person did in their past, or one book ago. Best was a player...

As I started this book I figured it would be that one book in the series that I liked, but didn't love. I was so wrong. So far, it's my favorite book. I might change my mind when I read Holding Out for a Hero, we shall see.

For some reason Best turned out to be such a great guy. He worried so much about doing everything right with Dani and her son Noah. Sometimes though she didn't cut him a break. At times that chip on her shoulder drove me crazy. I think that was because I knew how hard he was trying.

It wasn't that I didn't like her, because I did. She just needed to get out of her own way. I know, much easier said, then done.

Both Tyler and Dani had baggage that the didn't to deal with and I think you'll see that the player was able to get over his issues much quicker then her. I might be bias...

You'll love this series and really should give it a try. Like I already said, HOW THE HELL DID I MISS READING HER AS A AUTHOR!!!!
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I am sorry Darlings ( mass send out for several authors).
I got into a reading OCD mode, so I fell behind in writting reviews.
I am in the process of correcting that  & hope I get to all of the books soon.
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Review:

This is a short prequel for what should become a huge series. If you like this genre of more paranormal fantasy then it will be a "to read" for you! Grace the main character is an angel. Along with Seth they explore what happened inside the castle. Grace is not at all a typical angel, I will say that her character was a little plotting an conniving to me.

There are choices for Seth. Grace is sort of untouchable and Seth must realize this. He can't deal with being pulled in two directions. What is emotional is the love that Grace feels.

I really would like to see what happens next. Where the characters are leading and what their future hold. The interesting use of angels was a draw for me. My only complaint is it was a little too short and could have been more of an add on in the first book. If I had to wait for the first book I'd be mad. This is definitely a must read for fans of YA paranormal romance.
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I loved loved this series check it out, i love the story line the characters I loved even more you think you know whats happening but bam from nowhere it changes and you go damn I like that but didn't expect it.
Very enjoyable can not wait for the next book
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Having finished book 5 of the BDB series, I feel like I've just gotten off an emotional roller coaster.  I thought my heart was going to break near the end for Vishous....He's into a lot of dark stuff and everyone deserves some happiness in their life.  I' m hooked on this  series like a "crack addict" and everyone and everything lacks my attention while I'm rubbing words with the Brothers.....And in a few minutes I'm going to feed that habit by starting the next book....
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WOW I want so so much more I absolutely love these characters. This Story is so amazing and I am loving how these characters are developing throughout. Vol 1 was an Intense Read or So I thought at the time I did not realize than that these two characters and the chemistry they share could get anymore tense I was so so wrong. These Cliffhangers are Enough to Gut You I NEED the next installment NOW.
4.5
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Cliffhangers are you kidding me so tried of them ok done with my bewitching. Worked hard all week and my reward this Friday after my 10 hour shift was to buy Book 5 and have a couple of glasses of wine and enjoy the ride and what a ride it was, it was awesome ,the bond and let me just say I somber cause it was that good and HOT !!!  HOLY JESUS I had to put my fan on lol enjoy peeps you will not be disappointed