Title: Edenbrooke
Author: Julianne Donaldson
Series: Edenbrooke #1
Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance
Spice: 0.5 / 5
Format: Paperback
Pages: 264
Reason Read: Recommended
Rating: Also in this series: Heir to Edenbrooke
My Thoughts
I absolutely adored EDENBROOKE. I was hooked from the beginning and I couldn’t stop thinking about the story in between reads. It reminded me of how much I love romances–the tension between the two characters in love, the chase and anticipation, non-love triangle romances, the gentleman caller, and especially the first kiss.
The romance was so swoony. I loved the flirting and bantering between Philip and Marianne. The dialogue between those two was a treat to read. I also loved the setting and wish I could go to the Edenbrooke manor myself.
My favorite part of EDENBROOKE was the last chapter and a half. Even with this being a clean romance, it was so hot and left me wanting for more. I’m pretty sure the kissing scene is going to become my all-time favorite kissing scene. I loved it so much that I’ve already reread it at least five times. The imagery is a chef’s kiss and it makes me giddy.
I’ll definitely be reading this book over and over again.
Virals
Author: Kathy Reichs, Brendan Reichs
Series: Virals #1
Genre: Mystery, Science Fiction, Young Adult
Format: Paperback
Pages: 454
Reason Read: Just Because
Rating:
My Thoughts
I’m really glad I decided to read VIRALS. It was quite enjoyable. The mystery was fun and I liked the sci-fi element added to the series. I liked the characters–they were fun and believable. I only wished there was more romance.
I’ve never read a book written by two different authors (that I know of anyway). I was curious if the story would flow right or if I could tell when the authors switched. I was pleasantly surprised that there was no disconnection between their writing. The story and novel felt fluid and written by one person, which helped keep me in the story.
At this point, I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
Insomnia
Author: J.R. Johansson
Series: Night Walkers #1
Genre: Fantasy, Thriller, Young Adult
Format: Kindle
Pages: 351
Reason Read: Just Because
Rating:
Also in this series: Paranoia, Mania
My Thoughts
INSOMNIA was such a fantastically clever, dark, creepy–in a not scary but very suspenseful way–story I really enjoyed the thrill ride Insomnia took me on.
I loved the premise of the story and concept of Night Walkers who can hop from dream to dream. I thought it was so clever and made such an interesting tale. I loved Parker as a character and loved watching him figure out his power and how to use it. I’m excited to see where the story goes.
Angelfall
Author: Susan Ee
Series: Penryn & the End of Days #1
Genre: Fantasy, Post-Apocalyptic Fiction, Young Adult
Format: Paperback
Pages: 326
Reason Read: Recommended
Rating:
My Thoughts
ANGELFALL was really unique. It’s never occurred to me to think of angels as the enemies, especially in a post-apocalyptic scenario. I liked how it made you want to like Raffe but still be wary of him at the same time. I really liked Penryn and her determination to find her little sister. I thought the fantastical and religious elements of the story were intriguing. I’m really excited to read the rest of the series.
Alice In Everville
Author: S.C. Langgle
Genre: Mystery, Young Adult
Format: Kindle
Pages: 180
Reason Read: Received for Review
Rating:
My Thoughts
Even though ALICE IN EVERVILLE was self-published, I was excited to read it. The premise sounded like so much fun, but the execution wasn’t done well at all. The story and writing were lacking in so many areas, but most particularly in character and story development. It felt more like a rough draft than a finished story.
I didn’t feel the urgency and time crunch Alice felt about deciphering Sylvie Plate’s code in her poems. The story felt really contrived and the allusions lacked subtlety. It took me out of the story because I kept rolling my eyes.
Edenbrooke
Author: Julianne Donaldson
Series: Edenbrooke #1
Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance
Spice: 0.5 / 5
Format: Paperback
Pages: 264
Reason Read: Recommended
Rating:
Also in this series: Heir to Edenbrooke
My Thoughts
I absolutely adored EDENBROOKE. I was hooked from the beginning and I couldn’t stop thinking about the story in between reads. It reminded me of how much I love romances–the tension between the two characters in love, the chase and anticipation, non-love triangle romances, the gentleman caller, and especially the first kiss.
The romance was so swoony. I loved the flirting and bantering between Philip and Marianne. The dialogue between those two was a treat to read. I also loved the setting and wish I could go to the Edenbrooke manor myself.
My favorite part of EDENBROOKE was the last chapter and a half. Even with this being a clean romance, it was so hot and left me wanting for more. I’m pretty sure the kissing scene is going to become my all-time favorite kissing scene. I loved it so much that I’ve already reread it at least five times. The imagery is a chef’s kiss and it makes me giddy.
I’ll definitely be reading this book over and over again.