Friday, 2 January 2015

December / Christmas Book Haul

Hello and a Happy new year to you all This month i brought 17 books and they are...

The Queen - Kiera Cass - Kindle

The Queen follows Queen Amberly at her Selection and i have already read this book and it was good not the best in the series but it compliments the series well



You were mine - Abbi Glines - Kindle

You Were Mine is book 9 in the Rosemary Beach series and this one follows Bethy & Tripp. I have read this book andlike all the others in this series it was amazeballs.



The Duet - R S Grey - Kindle

When 27-year-old pop sensation Brooklyn Heart steps in front of a microphone, her love songs enchant audiences worldwide. But when it comes to her own love life, the only spell she’s under is a dry one.

So when her label slots her for a Grammy performance with the sexy and soulful Jason Monroe, she can’t help but entertain certain fantasies... those in which her G-string gets more play than her guitars'.

Only one problem. Jason is a lyrical lone wolf that isn’t happy about sharing the stage—nor his ranch — with the sassy singer. But while it may seem like a song entitled ‘Jason Monroe Is an Arrogant Ho’ basically writes itself, their label and their millions of fans are expecting recording gold…

They’re expecting The Duet.



Kiros Emily - Abbi Glines - Kindle 

The year is 1992, and no one on the rock music scene is hotter than Kiro Manning, the lead singer of Slacker Demon. With a multi-platinum record, total ownership of the Billboard charts, sold-out concerts, and sinful amounts of money, Kiro can have anything—and anyone—he wants.

So when a dark-haired, conservative beauty rebuffs him at a concert after-party, his first thought is, “Who the hell does she think she is?” His second thought: “How do I make her mine?” Kiro has always loved a good challenge, but not every girl wants to get involved with a rock god. Especially this girl.

He let her go that night, but he never forgot her. And when they met again, he vowed not to give up again so easily.

As the world worshipped Kiro, he came to worship the girl, who became everything he never knew he needed. The only girl he would ever love. His Emily.



The Rocker Who Holds Me - Terri Anne Browning - Kindle 


Touring with four rockers is the thing of dreams…

At least that is what people tell me. To me those four rockers are my family. They have watched over me from the time I was five years old. Protecting me from my mother and her drunken, drug addict rages. When they made it big they still watched over me. And when my monster of a mother died they took over as my guardians.

In the six years since that happened I have watched over the four men that
mean everything to me. I take care of them just as they once took care of me. I handle all the dirty work behind the scenes of a rockers life. It isn’t always pretty. At times it came be damn near disgusting, especially when I have to get rid of their one night stands. Ugh!

Taking care of them doesn’t bother me though. I mean it’s not like I’m in love with one of them. That would be crazy. Falling for a rocker is NOT smart.

Okay, so I’m not smart. I love my guys, and one of them kind of holds my heart in his big old rocker hand. But I’m dealing. I’ve been able to keep it my little secret for years now.
I’m not, however, dealing with this bug that I seem to have caught. It scares the hell out of me. I hate doctors, but I’m suddenly more worried about finding out what is wrong with me than what the doctor might do to me.

When I get my test results back my life will never be the same again…



The Rocker Who Savours Me - Terri Anne Browning - Kindle

Layla has had a hard life. On her own at a young age, always having to do what needed to be done just to survive. Now she has two other people depending on her and she needs a job fast before they get evicted. A job interview introduces her to Jesse Thornton, the delicious drummer for Demon’s Wings. He reminds her of all the mistakes of her past, but is also her hope for the future.

Jesse has never let anyone in. The only real family he has ever had are his band brothers and Emmie—the only woman he has ever loved. But then Layla comes into his life and he would do just about anything to get one taste. Can he move past his own insecurities and allow this woman into his heart?



For Christmas my brother gave me a  Waterstones gift voucher and when i went on the website i had 17 on my points card so in the end i had 47 and i brought 7 books and they are 

The Evolution of Mara Dyer - Michelle Hodkin 

This is the second book in the Mara Dyer Trilogy i read the first in October and i loved it but i was on a sort of book buying ban and didn't get around to getting it , so it was a no brainier and it was the first book i put into my cart. 







And the second was ...

The Retribution of Mara Dyer - Michelle Hodkin 

obviously i had to get the last book in the series i cannot stand it even if i end up not liking the first or second book i have to get the last just to complete the series or i will never know if i missed anything or if it gets better. 




Raging Star - Moira Young 

book 3 in the Dustlands trilogy i was meant to buy this book when it first came out but then i didn't get round to it, but then i read the second book this month and then remembered the last book.




Days of Blood & Starlight - Lani Taylor 

Another book i have been meaning to buy for a really long time but never did.





Finding It -Cora Carmack 

This is the third book in the Losing It Companion Series i own and have read the first two so decided to complete this series. 





Be With me - J Lynn 

I read this on my kindle back in July but i found out that the Physical copy was really expensive i was waiting till Christmas to buy it

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Stay With Me - J Lynn 

Book 3 in the Wait For You Series again i read this book in October on my Kindle and now brought the physical copy.



Then i got some money from Family members and a Amazon Gift Card.

In the Boxing Day Sales i brought A Kindle Fire HDX because i have the Kindle touch and its pretty out dated and it was 200 down to 99 so i got that using my amazon gift card so i only paid 80 for it, then i went to my local book store and brought ....

The Queen of The Tearling - Erika Johanson 

It was a half price hardback and you never get that in waterstones its normally 2 off or 20% off but never half price so i brought it. 



Then i went into The Works and brought 

Inside HBO'S Game Of Thrones Seasons 1-4 

and this is just a behind the scenes look at how they made it and all that good stuff.



And finally i did get one book from my Mum and that was 

1914-1918 The First World War Remembered - Gary Sheffield 

And this is a massive book that has replica memorabilia and pull outs and just inspiring to look through especially 100 years on from the start.



Until next time Lovelies xxxxx 

Peyton 


Wednesday, 24 December 2014

The Christmas Cracker Tag

Hello and Merry Christmas, 
So this tag was created by lucythereader

And lets get started...

QUESTIONS:



                          1. Pick a book with a wintry cover.

A Breath of Frost - Alyxandra Harvey 




                 2. Pick a book you're likely to buy as a present.

Pride & Prejudice - Jane Austen 




                              3. Pick a festive themed book.

My True Love Gave To Me - Stephanie Perkins 



               4. Pick a book you can curl up with by the fireplace.

Harry Potter & The Philosophers Stone - J. K. Rowling



           5. Pick a book you you want to read over the festive period.

Christmas Cookie Club - Ann Pearlman



                6. Pick a book that's so good it gives you the chills.

Silver Shadows - Richelle Mead



                7. Pick a book going on your Christmas wish list.

Jane Austen Barnes & Noble Leather Bound Edition 



                      Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year 

                                                 Peyton

The Ginch Book Tag

Hello and Merry Christmas, 

So the Grinch book tag was created by Thoughts on Tomes 

There is not much to say except you cannot pick villains. So lets get started ...
 
1. Half of the lights on the Christmas tree are burnt out : Name a book/series/character that started out good but then went downhill 

Adam from Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi, i was firmly TEAM ADAM in Shatter Me But as the series got on he, just annoyed the hell out of me and i couldn't even read his novella. 



2. Annoying Great Aunt Sally who will not leave you alone : Name a book that you didn't enjoy, but everyone else seems to love so it never goes away 

Eleanor & Park - Rainbow Rowell, i loved Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell so i gave this book a try it took me 22 days to finish this book because i couldn't connect with the characters and  i didn't like the way it was written. 



3. Your pets keep knocking over the Christmas decoration : Name a character that kept messing things up for everyone else (can't pick a villain!)

Aspen from The Selection series, Really the only thing he messes up is Americas head about her feeling for him and also at the same time her feeling for Maxon as well. 



4. You hear your parents putting out the presents and learn Santa isn't real: Name a book you were spoiled for 

Last Sacrifice - Richelle Mead, I was spoiled when i saw who the murderer really was but it didn't ruin the book for me.



5. It's freezing outside: Name a main character you just couldn't connect with

Bella Swan - Twilight, Because i love the book but please i hate main female characters who depend on a man to save them, and she is a prime example like when she falls apart in New Moon its a disgrace to the female race.



6. Mariah Carey's 'All I Want for Christmas is You' and it's giving you anti-romantic feelings : Name a couple you couldn't stand 

i Love Them separately and with the partners they are with now and because of this relationship Spirit bound is my least favourite book so The couple i couldn't stand is Rose & Adrian from The Vampire Academy Series.



7. That scratchy homemade wool sweater you got for Christmas years ago but won't get rid of : show some books that have been sitting on your shelves for a while, and you aren't motivated to read, but you don't have the heart to get rid of 

The Chronicles Of Narnia 


The Host



P.s I Love You



8. Grandma Got Run over by a Reindeer: Name a character death you still are mad about (warn people for spoilers! You can also use TV or movie deaths) 

Mine is from Greys Anatomy even almost 3 years later I'm still very sad about Mark & Lexie's death, i mean they just got back together and then they go and die, i mean COME ON 

 

9. The malls are overly crowded with holiday shoppers: Name a series that has too many books in it/went on too long 

Morganville Vampires - Rachel Cain, i mean its got 15 BOOKS that was a struggle to get through but i did it in the end. 



10. The Grinch : Name a main character you HATE (No villains again!) 

Zoey Redbird - The House of Night, OK so she did redeem her self in the last book but from the 4th to the 11th book i wanted to kill her she just got on my nerves so much but i was invested in the series and i need t finish it.



Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 

Peyton

The Christmas Song Book Tag

Hi, 
So this tag was created by Hails Hearts NYC and it takes Christmas songs and scenario's you have to find a book or a character to go with it. 

So lets Get Started ...

The questions...


1. "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch"
Name a villainous character you couldn't help but love.

Sebastian / Johnathon Morganstern - The Mortal instruments, i don't know why but he is one of my favourite villains.



2. "All I Want for Christmas is You"
Which book to you most hope to see under your Christmas tree?


Raging Star - Moria Young, i just finished Rebel heart and i need this book NOW 



3. "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer"
Name a character that overcomes major obstacles and learns to believe in themselves.


Lissa Dragomir, you see it though out all the book with her trying to live up to her family name but you don't See her come into it until the last book i don't want to post any spoilers but go read that series its amazing.



4. "Santa Claus is Coming to Town"
a) Which character do you think would be on the top of the naughty list?


Voldermort, i mean hes Voldermort i don't think he has ever been on the Nice list



b) Which character do you think would be at the top of the nice list?

Jane Bennet - The Secret Diary of Lizzie Bennet, she is so nice and caring for others, but i will admit at times she is too kind and that did get on my nerves a little bit 



5. "Frosty the Snowman"
Which book just melts your heart.


Any of the Harry Potter books, Because i love the story its like going to see an old friend and brings back many memories



6. "Feliz Navidad"
Choose a book that takes place in a country other than your own.


City of Bones takes place in New York, USA and I'm from London England so that's pretty far away 



7. "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year"
Which holiday themed book do you use to spread the Christmas joy?


My True love gave to me, its such a pretty book and its a fun Christmas read what more can you ask for.



8. "Sleigh Ride"
Which fictional character would you choose to spend the holidays with (doesn't have to be a love interest!)


Mase Manning from the Rosemary Beach series - Abbi Glines i cant wait to read more about him next year and i love country music and accents.



9. "Baby it's Cold Outside"
Which book that you didn't like would you sacrifice to a fire to warm yourself up in the cold?


Allegiant - Veronica Roth, i loved the first two books and the first half of this book but then i hated it with a passion.



10. "Do you hear what I hear"
Which book do you think everyone should read?

The Long Game - J L Fynn, i got this book in a goodreads giveaway its a new adult book and it was amazing i love it so much and I'm currently wait for the last book in the series to come out, The Long Game follows Shay a Irish Traveller who has to do a Con and get something back that a man stole from his family a long time ago the coon is to get close to him by dating his daughter, but things don't go to plan. its an amazing book you really should give it a try.


Have A Wonderful Christmas/Holiday 

Peyton

All I Want For Christmas Tag

Hi, so its Christmas Eve and i am rushing to get all the Christmas tags done because I'm not doing them tomorrow so lets get started ....

 QUESTIONS:

1) What fictional character do you want Santa to leave under your Christmas tree?
 
Mr Darcy, i mean what girl wouldn't want Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy underneath the Christmas tree 


 
2) What character do you want to kiss under the mistletoe?

Dimitri Belikov, Because hes a sexy Russian who was my first ever book crush.

 

3) You write your Christmas list for Santa, what are the top 5 books on it?

  1. The Evolution of Mara Dyer - Michelle Hodkin
  2. The Retribution of Mara Dyer - Michelle Hodkin
  3. Raging Star - Moira Young
  4. Hollow City - Ransom Riggs
  5. Waterfall - Lauren Kate 
4) It's secret Santa at Hogwarts, what do you most want to receive?

A Skiving Snack Box 



5) You get to the spend the day with the characters and movie adaptation actors from one fandom, what do you pick?

Pride & Prejudice The 2005 & the BBC

6) What fictional animal would you like to replace Rudolph and be able to meet on your roof?

A Hippogriff



7) You invite 10 fictional characters to your new years eve party, who do you pick?

  1. Rose Hathaway - Vampire Academy
  2. Elizabeth Bennet - Pride & Prejudice 
  3. Katniss Everdean - The Hunger Games
  4. Arya Stark - A Song of Ice And Fire
  5. Cammie Morgan - Gallagher Girls
  6. Dimitri Belikov - Vampire Academy
  7. Mr Darcy - Pride & Prejudice 
  8. Augustus Waters - The Fault in Our Stars
  9. Jon Snow - A Song of Ice And Fire
  10. Zach Goode - Gallagher Girls 
 
8) What character would make a good Santa? (Doesn't have to be appearance, personality counts too)

i would say Mr Bennet, i love his relationship with Elizabeth and how caring he is towards her yes hes think Lydia and Kitty are silly, so they would probably go on the naughty list.



Merry Christmas 

Peyton