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Top Ten 2016 Releases I Meant To Read But Didn’t Get To

Jan 10, 2017

Top Ten Tuesday is an original feature/weekly meme created by The Broke and the Bookish. Each week they post a new Top Ten list that members at The Broke and the Bookish will answer. Everyone join as you please. This week’s topic is: Top Ten 2016 Releases I Meant To Read But Didn’t Get To.

2016 was a big year for YA. There were books coming out left right and centre and because of that it was very hard to keep up. I read over 100 books in 2016, with most of them being released in that year, however, I did miss a lot. Today’s Top Ten Tuesday is about 2016 releases that I was meant to read but just didn’t get the chance to get to. As always these are in no particular order.

Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo: I loved Six of Crows. The only reason I haven’t picked this one up is because I want to get the hardback box set and I haven’t had the money to.

The Raven King by Maggie Stiefvater: After reviews started to roll in for this one, I wasn’t excited to pick it up. Firstly, I am not a massive fan of the series. I enjoyed reading the books and I want to know what is going to happen next. But then I saw that not everyone was happy with the ending. Maybe soon.

Girl Against the Universe by Paula Stokes: This one hasn’t been published in Australia yet, so I am waiting for the paperback to be released in the US to pick it up and read it.

The Glittering Court by Richelle Mead: If you have known me for a while, then you might know that I love Richelle Mead’s Vampire Academy world. So when I heard that she was writing new books I wanted to read it. Yet I still haven’t picked it up

Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton: This sounds like my type of book. However, most fantasy has disappointed me this year so I have been put off. I hope that I can get to it soon.

The Problem with Forever by Jennifer L. Armentrout: I have yet to read any of Jennifer’s contemporary work and this one sounds like a good place to star. Again I haven’t had the chance to pick it up.

The Forbidden Wish by Jessica Khoury: I was meant to read this when I pre-ordered a copy of it earlier this year. But like usual I just didn’t get to it.

P.S I Like You by Kasie West: I love Kasie West, but like with Girl Against the Universe – I can’t find a paperback yet and I need that to match all my other Kasie West books

My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton and Jodi Meadows: This one didn;t get added to my list until later on in the year, but it sounds like something that I might just enjoy.

This Savage Song by Victoria Schwab: I have no reason why I haven’t picked this one up. But, I do hope to get to it soon.

And that is it! What books that came out in 2016 that you were meant to read, but never got around to? Do we share any that is the same? Have you read the books on my list? Let’s Chat!

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Top Ten 2017 Debuts I’m Excited For

Jan 3, 2017

I feel like 2017 is going to be a big year for YA and hopefully in a good way. For this week’s Top Ten Tuesday it’s all about debuts for 2017. It’s rare that I think about debuts before they have been published or reviews start coming in, but here are some that I am excited to read. Nevertheless, like always these are in no particular order.

Daughter of a Pirate King by Tricia Levenseller: A pirates daughter who allows herself to be captured by enemy pirates to find a map that will lead to hidden treasure. Nevertheless, things don’t always go to plan. Coming February

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas: Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement that sounds powerful and moving. The Hate U Give is the struggling of doing what is right and for justice. This debut is something I cannot wait to read, however, I think it’s going to tear me apart. Coming February

Cold Summer by Gwen Cole: Kale can time travel. One day he is a high school drop out, the other a soldier in World War II. Haunted by PTSD and his life falling apart, all Kale needs to find out that he will die in WWII – but now he must survive. Coming May

The Edge of Everything by Jeff Giles: I already have an ARC of this one, but I have yet to pick it up. The Edge of Everything is an epic romance fantasy adventure that straddles two worlds. Coming February.

Poison’s Kiss by Breeana Shields: A teen assassin that can kill someone with a single kiss. She has killed dozens of boys, but what happens if the next boy she has to kill is the one that she loves. Coming January

To Catch a Killer by Sheryl Scarborough: As a toddler Erin spent 3 says next to the corpse of her murdered mother. Now, fourteen years later she finds another body. However, Erin thinks her mother’s killer has struck again. Coming February.

Empress of a Thousand Skies by Ronda Belleza: With planets on the brink of war Rhee and Aly are thrown together to confront a ruthless evil that nevertheless, threatens the fate of the entire galaxy. Coming February

Royal Bastards by Andrew Shvarts: Being a bastard blows. Tilla would know. At sixteen, Tilla spends her days exploring long-forgotten tunnels beneath the castle. However, before she knows it, Tilla is leading the sheltered princess on a late-night escapade. Coming June

The Hidden Memory of Objects by Danielle Mages Amato: When her brother dies and the police to nothing about it, Megan turns to the things that he left behind. She can see memories attached to some of Tyler’s belongings, however, those memories reveal a brother she never knew. Coming March

Frostblood by Elly Blake Ruby is a fireblood who must hide her powers from the cruel frostblood ruling class. However, when her mother is killed for protecting her, the rebel frostbloods demand her help to kill their rampaging king, she agrees. But Ruby’s powers are unpredictable. Coming January

What debuts are you looking forwards to in 2017? Do we share any of the same? However, have you already read some fo the books on my list? What did you think of them? Let’s Chat!

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Top Ten Best Books For 2016

Dec 27, 2016

2016 has been a so, so year of books. I have read some amazing books this year that I adored, however, it wasn’t a whole lot. I’ve read nearly 100 books this year, but only 14 of those have been 5 stars or close. In saying that the 10 on the list were the best that I read this year.

As always these are in no particular order. However, there is a mix of different books here, some fantasy, some contemporary and a little historical here and there.

Lady Midnight by Cassandra Clare: Lady Midnight ripped my heart out of my chest. Cassandra Clare brings the magic of the shadow world into a new light, in a gripping first novel of a new series, Lady Midnight is dark, fun and full of ups and down, it is going to rip your heart apart | Full Review

The Winner’s Kiss by Marie Rutkoski: The Winner’s Kiss was a near perfect ending to a brilliant series that blew my expectations. It deals with many things from politics, religion, war, and love. The Winner’s Kiss is about love, betrayal, friendship and what would people do to do for their empire. The Winner’s Kiss takes you on a journey like no other. It captures your heart but wreaks your emotions, but it will break you and put you together over and over again until the last page | Full Review

Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys: I have talked about this book for all of 2016. It’s Beautiful, captivating, and extraordinary. Salt to the Sea is a gorgeous novel that brings to light a catastrophe that seems to be forgotten. With stunning writing and intriguing characters Ruta Sepetys brings a novel that tells a story that everyone needs to read | Full Review

Magnus Chase and the Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan: The Hammer of Thor is an engaging hilarious novel that takes you on a journey that you never want to leave. It’s about friendship, family, and finding out who you are. It’s nail-biting, entertaining and one for everyone, plus with that last line – I am in need of the final book | Full Review

When Michael Met Mina by Randa Abdel-Fattah: When Michael Met Mina should be on every high school book list in the country. The younger generations need to know that sometimes the government and media lie and manipulate the sense of asylum seekers. They need to know that most of these people are not illegal or jumping the queue. That they are just simply people looking for freedom, safety and peace. Nevertheless, it’s an important story to write and share | Full Review #LoveOzYA

Disruption by Jessica Shirvington: Disruption made me laugh, nearly cry and had me squealing for more. It’s a fantastic book that you will not stop reading from the first page. With enthralling characters, an engrossing world and a plot that just keeps you right there in the action Disruption is a must read for everyone that loves YA and beyond | Full Review #LoveOzYA

Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake: Three Dark Crowns is dark and sinister. You don’t know who to trust or what is going to happen next. There were a couple of problems here and there, but overall, I really enjoyed it. The reader is left on their feet through the book, and even when it ends, you are left standing on the edge of a cliff.

The Yearbook Committee by Sarah Ayoub: The Yearbook Committee is enchanting, you will be torn apart and put together over and over again. You will be taken on a ride with 5 students in their class year of high school – but be prepared | Full Review #LoveOzYA

Words in Deep Blue by Cath Crowley: Words in Deep Blue is a poignant, beautiful story. With fleshed out characters, gorgeous writing and a concept that is for every book lover. It’s about love, friendship, family and grief. You are taken on a journey through up’s and down’s and pulled into pieces.

The Darkest Corners by Kara Thomas: The Darkest Corners is a mind-blowing, heartbreaking thriller. It questions; truth, friendship and if someone can manipulate what they thought had happened. It shows us that family is not always family, not matter what you believe. Nevertheless, if you like any book that will mess with your mind and ask you to question everyone, then this is the book for you.

That is it for this week and the last Top Ten Tuesday for this year. What are some of your best books of 2016? Do we share any of the same? Are you planning to read any of these books? Let’s Chat!

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