I love this trailer – it’s music (or should I say sound effects) and pictures tell me all I need to know and I like what it’s showing 
This video alone makes me want to know a lot more and I’ll be sure to pick up a copy. It’s released on the 2nd September by Headline.
Original Picture: JohnnyEnglish
You can find out more about In My Mailbox on The Story Siren (where the In My Mailbox meme started inspired by Alea of Pop Culture Junkie).
For me this has been a very good week partly thanks to Amazon order arriving and a little stop off at Dress Circle in Covent Garden yesterday only added to the number
Summaries are from Amazon.
For Review: The Moon Of Gomrath by Alan Garner
Enthralling sequel to The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
It is the Eve of Gomrath – the night of the year when the Old Magic is aroused. Had Colin and Susan known this, they would never have lighted a fire on the Beacon, thereby releasing the uncontrollable ferocity of the Wild Hunt. Soon they are inextricably caught up in the struggle between their friend, the Wizard Cadellin, and the evil Morrigan.
The strength of their courage will determine whether or not they survive the awaiting ordeal…
Bought
Looking For Alaska by John Green
First drink, first prank, first friend, first girl, last words! A poignant and moving crossover novel about making friends and growing up from American author, John Green. Miles Halter is fascinated by famous last words — and tired of his safe, boring and rather lonely life at home. He leaves for boarding school filled with cautious optimism, to seek what the dying poet Francois Rabelais called the “Great Perhaps.” Much awaits Miles at Culver Creek, including Alaska Young. Clever, funny, screwed-up, and dead sexy, Alaska will pull Miles into her labyrinth and catapult him into the Great Perhaps. Looking for Alaska brilliantly chronicles the indelible impact one life can have on another.
The Princess Diaries (Book 1) by Meg Cabot
‘You’re not Mia Thermopolis any more, honey,’ Dad said. ‘You’re Amelia Mignonette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldo. Princess of Genovia.’
A PRINCESS?? ME??? Yeah. Right.
One minute Mia’s a totally normal Manhattan 14-year-old. Next minute she’s heir to the throne of Genovia, being trailed by a trigger-happy bodyguard, taking princess lessons with her bonkers old grandmere, and having a makeover with someone called Paolo. Well, her dad can lecture her till he’s royal-blue in the face, but no way is Mia going to turn herself into a style-queen. And they think she’s moving to Genovia? Er, hello?
The Other Two
I bought the Avenue Q companion book from Dress Circle in Covent Garden yesterday which is basically a book which tells all about the inhabitants of the musical Avenue Q, which is closing in October (I think) and from Amazon I bought ‘Doctor Who: The Writers Tale’ because I love Doctor Who and Keris said it was good (and it is so far!) – it basically talks (throught emails) about how Doctor Who gets written (and more).
What did you get this week? Happy Reading!
Each Friday Book Reviews This Week takes a look at reviews published in the Young Adult book blogosphere to help us all find great new (or rediscover older) young adult books and while were at it celebrate the work of all the young adult book bloggers out there
Here’s a selection from this week (ordered alphabetically by title).
A Little Wanting Song by Cath Crowley – reviewed by Carla at The Crooked Shelf
City Of Ashes by Cassandra Clare – reviewed by Lyndsey at Heaven, Hell and Purgatory
Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare – reviewed by Becky, The Bookette
Conspiracy 365: June by Gabrielle Lord – reviewed by Karen at Teenage Fiction For All Ages
Dark Goddess by Sarwat Chadda – reviewed by Iffath at LoveReadingX
Dear Dylan by Siobhan Curham – reviewed by Amber at The Mile Long Bookshelf
Dustbin Cat by Ingrid Lee – reviewed by Kate at Chicklish
Halo by Alexandra Adornetto – reviewed by Lauren at I Was A Teenage Book Geek
Haywired by Alex Keller – reviewed by Mostly Reading YA
Glee: The Beginning by Sophia Lowell – reviewed by Lyndsey at Heaven, Hell and Purgatory
Jelousy by Lili St. Crow – reviewed by Clover at Chicklish
Matched by Ally Condie – reviewed by Rhiana Reads
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins – reviewed by Kristi, The Story Siren
Need by Carrie Jones – reviewed by Lyndsey at Heaven, Hell and Purgatory
Single In The City by Michelle Gorman – reviewed by Jenny at Wondrous Reads
Shade by Jeri Smith-Ready – reviewed by Lauren at I Was A Teenage Book Geek
Single in the City by Michele Gorman – reviewed by Jenny at Wondrous Reads
Strange Angels by Lili St. Crow – reviewed by Becky, The Bookette
The Dark Divine by Bree Despain – reviewed by Kati at Chicklish
The Midnight Charter by David Whitley – reviewed by Caroline at Portrait Of A Woman
The Name Of The Wind (Kingkiller Chronicle #1) – reviewed by Escape In A Book
The Summer That Changed Everything by Anna Brashares – reviewed by Becky, The Bookette
Twenty Boy Summer by Sarah Ockler – reviewed by Jenny at Wondrous Reads
Wildhorn by Jane Eagland – reviewed by Escape In A Book
Withering Tights by Louise Rennison – reviewed by Ria at The Beaucoup Review
If you’re a budding author, you like eating pizza and (or) are a fan of Malorie Blackman then this is the competition for you.
You could win a a creative writing masterclass for you, Malorie Blackman and up to 10 of your mates at your local branch of Pizza Express.
The compeition has been launched by Sugar Book Club and Malorie Blackman to celebrate the release of Malorie’s latest new teen novel, Boys Don’t Cry which looks at life from a teen dad’s perspective.
More from Amazon
You’re waiting for the postman–he’s bringing your A level results. University, a career as a journalist–a glittering future lies ahead. But when the doorbell rings it’s your old girlfriend; and she’s carrying a baby. You’re fine to look after it, for an hour or two, while she does some shopping. Then she doesn’t come back and your future suddenly looks very different.
Sounds pretty good to me!
To be in with a chance of winning this fantastic money can’t buy prize head over to Sugarscape and write them an introduction to an amazing story. Deadline for entry is the 15th October 2010.
Good Luck!
Author: Becca Fitzpatrick
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children’s (29th October 2009)
Pages: 391
ISBN: 978-1-84738-694-6
Grade: B (69 / 100)
The Blurb
For Nora Grey, romanace was not part of the plan. She’s never been particularly attracted to the boys at her school, no matter how much her best friend, Vee, pushes them at her. Not until Patch came along. With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see inside her, Nora is drawn to him against her better judgement.
But after a series of terrifying enconters, Nora’s not sure who to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is and knows more about her than her closest friends. She can’t decide whether she should fall into his arms or run and hide. And when she tries to seek some answers, she finds herself near a truth that is way more unsettling than anything Patch makes her feel.
For Nora is right in the middle of a centuries-old battle between the immortal and those that have fallen – and sooner or later, she’s going to have to pick a side …
Review
This was my first encounter with a story about a fallen angel and so I didn’t really know what to expect – what was a fallen angel? how did an angel fall? or more importantly why does an angel fall? were all things that I wanted to know from an introduction to fallen angel’s and Hush, Hush delivered on that count.
After just the first chapter I was already hooked – I was instantly intrigued by Patch who was referred to at least initially as the Transfer which filled the character with a sense of mystery. It was fun seeing Nora tormented by an urge to be around Patch but at the same time the sensible side of her brain saying – RUN – get away as fast as you can!
At the same time I completley sympathise with the side of her brain saying stay – I can imagine with all the wierd stuff going on around her he would feel like the safest place to be. If I was Nora I would be well creeped out!
I loved the writing and the way that some chapter endings were left on cliff hangers which meant I would often want to take a sneak peak at the next chapter. My only critiscm is that it slowed down in places where I kind of wanted more – but I can’t think of what.
The ending however took me by surprise probably more than in any other book I’ve read before – quite possibly because I was distracted by everything else going on.
Overall I quite enjoyed Hush, Hush – even more so when I wasn’t trying to read in competition with the TV (not one of my brightest ideas) and I think anyone who likes a bit of supernatural romance will enjoy it too.
Characters: 11 / 20
Plot: 14 / 20
Ending: 17 / 20
Writing Quality: 18 / 20
Enjoyment: 9 / 20
Total Mark: 69 / 100
What does this mean? Check out my grading system.
I’m not really sure why I haven’t featured the Sisters Red trailer before – considering it’s been on my TBR pile now for nearly a month now so today for this weeks book trailer of the week I’m correcting this.
And as I’m reading it now (and it’s very good so far) I can think of no better reason.
You can read an extract from Sisters Red and find out more at www.sistersrednovel.com and don’t forget to check out at Jackson Pearce’s blog at www.jacksonpearce.com
Original Picture: JohnnyEnglish
You can find out more about In My Mailbox on The Story Siren (where the In My Mailbox meme started inspired by Alea of Pop Culture Junkie).
Summaries are from Amazon.
For Review: Finding Sky by Joss Stirling
Just one book this week but I think it sounds fab (not to mention the red lettering on the cover shines under the light – you might be able to see this from the photo). Over to Amazon…
When Sky catches a glimpse of Zed for the first time, lounging against his motorbike at school, she is drawn to him just like every other girl in Wickenridge. But Zed sees something special in her that the other girls don’t have. Zed tells her they are both Savants – people with special powers like telepathy and the ability to see into the future. Not only that, she is a Savant too, and his soulfinder – meant to be together. When a soulfinder speaks telepathically to her partner, it’s like all the lights coming on in a building. You lit me up like Vegas. But for Sky it’s just not that easy – she’s a mystery to herself, haunted by nightmares from her past before she was adopted, and riddled with doubt and insecurity. Just when Sky is slowly coming round to the idea of being with Zed she is kidnapped by a family of criminal Savants. In a chilling twist, Sky and Zed’s relationship is put to the ultimate test and the fate of those she loves lie in Sky’s hands. Will Sky have the strength to embrace her power and be brave enough to control her own destiny, or will the dark demons of her past prevent her from realising her true potential?
I’ve got a couple on order from Amazon which I’ll feature next week So, what did you get this week?
Happy Reading
Each Friday Book Reviews This Week takes a look at reviews published in the Young Adult book blogosphere to help us all find great new (or rediscover older) young adult books and while were at it celebrate the work of all the young adult book bloggers out there
Here’s a selection from this week (ordered alphabetically by title).
Amy & Roger’s Epic Detour by Morgan Matson – reviewed by Jenny at Wondrous Reads
An Ice Cold Grave by Charlaine Harris – reviewed by The Bookette
Blue Noon (Midnighters) by Scott Westerfield – reviewed by Asamum Booktopia
Boy Meets Boy by David Levithan – reviewed by Carolie at Portrait of a Woman
Chasing Brooklyn by Lisa Schroeder – reviewed by Rhiana Reads
Cross My Heart and Hope To Spy by Ally Carter – reviewed by Iffath at LoveReadingX
Devils Kiss by Sarwat Chadda – reviewed by Iffath at LoveReadingX
Half A Sister by Kelly McKain – reviewed by Amber at The Mile Long Bookshelf
Hourglass by Claudia Gray – reviewed by Lyndsey at Heaven, Hell and Purgatory
Looking For Alaska by John Green – reviewed by Carla at The Crooked Shelf
My Invented Life by Lauren Bjorkman – reviewed by Kristi, The Story Siren
My Rocky Romance by Liz Rettig – reviewed by Sophie at I Was A Teenage Book Geek
Paper Towns by John Green – reviewed by Carla at The Crooked Shelf
Rain by Kieryn Nicolas – reviewed by Kris at Voracious YAppetite
Restoring Harmony by Joelle Anthony – reviewed by Asamum Booktopia
Swapped By A Kiss by Luisa Plaja – reviewed by Keris at Chicklish
The Alchemyst by Michael Scott – reviewed by Sophie at I Was A Teenage Book Geek
The Demon Kiss (Of Witches and Warlocks) by Lacey Weatherford – reviewed by Lyndsey at Heaven, Hell and Purgatory
The Eternal Ones by Kristen Miller – reviewed by Iffath at LoveReadingX
The Eternal Ones by Kristen Miller – reviewed by The Bookette
The Eternal Ones by Kristen Miller – reviewed by Jenny at Wondrous Reads
The Poisoned House by Michael Ford – reviewed by Rhiana Reads
The Radleys by Matt Haig – reviewed by Jenny at Wondrous Reads
The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han – reviewed by The Bookette
The Trouble With Spells (Of Witches and Warlocks) by Lucy Weatherford – reviewed by Lyndsey at Heaven, Hell and Purgatory
Troy High by Shana Norris – reviewed by Sophie at I Was A Teenage Book Geek
Twelve Long Months by Brian Malloy – reviewed by Kristi, The Story Siren
Viola In Reel Life by Adriana Trigiani – reviewed by Karen at Teenage Fiction For All Ages
Waiting on Wednesday is hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine.
I’d already decided last week what my Waiting on Wednesday was going to be this week and it is Delirium from the author of the fabulous Before I Fall – my favourite book of the year so far.
It’s not out until next year but I can’t wait, over to Amazon…
There was a time when love was the most important thing in the world. People would go to the end of the earth to find it. They would tell lies for it. Even kill for it.
Then, at last, they found the cure.
Now, everything is different. Scientists are able to eradicate love, and the government demands that all citizens receive the cure upon turning eighteen. Lena Haloway has always looked forward to the day when she’ll be cured. A life without love is a life without pain: safe, measured, predictable, and happy.
But then, with only ninety-five days left until her treatment, Lena does the unthinkable…
Delirium will be published by Hodder & Stoughton on the 17th February 2010.
The title of Tell Me A Secret grabs my attention and after reading the blurb on the novel’s website (at www.tellmeasecretnovel.com if you didn’t know) it sounds so good.
I won’t keep you any longer – here’s the trailer in all it’s greyscale goodness!
Tell Me A Secret by Holly Cupala was published by Harper Teen on the 22nd June 2010.
Welcome to Books 4 Teens, a blog about, well books for teens. It contains a mixture of news reviews and interviews run be me, Jesse, a 26 year old YA book adorer.
