Tag: new releases

You Know Me Well by Nina LaCour and David Levithan | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: stand-alone

I have a good history with books co-authored by David Levithan (Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist; Will Grayson, Will Grayson) so it comes as no surprise that this one is in my TBR. You Know Me Well is told in alternating POV of two LGBT teens, Kate and Mark. They never spoke despite sitting next to each other in class, but when they stumbled upon one another in the wild, they form friendship bond (that’s what goodreads tell me anyway).

League of Dragons (Temeraire #9) by Naomi Novik | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: #9 in Temeraire

It’s no secret that I adored Novik’s Uprooted. Because of this very reason, I recently hauled His Majesty’s Dragon, the first book in Temeraire series. I am only 80 pages in or something, but so far it seems like a fun series I could get on board with. League of Dragons is the 9th book in the series so I still have a long long way to go to get to it. LOL.

White Sand Volume 1 by Brandon Sanderson, Rik Hoskin, Julius M Gopez (Illustrations) | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the first volume of a series

Oh hey, will you look at that! The first graphic novel ever made appearance in my blog. I have to admit I am not much of a graphic novel reader, this is more of a supply problem as most of the time I’m reading ebooks and I found reading graphic novel in mobile phone to be very exhausting because of all the zooming and panning.

BUT, what are the odds I’m going to miss Brandon Sanderson’s work?!  Plus, it’s part of the cosmere. And the magic system sounds interesting too, although I am probably biased. You can see a preview of the first few pages here.

A Court of Mist and Fury (#2 in Court of Thorns and Roses) by Sarah J Maas | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the second book in a series.

Arguably one of the most anticipated book this year, A Court of Mist and Fury is the sequel to the super popular A Court of Thorns and Roses, Sarah J Maas’ more mature fantasy series. By the way, if you cannot get enough of Feyre, Tamlin, or Rhysand (I haven’t read the first book, but I know the name of the main characters – go figure) this book is supposedly 640 pages thick! That’s like 200 pages thicker than the first one. :p

The Crown (#5 in The Selection) by Kiera Cass | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the last book in the series

The Crown is supposedly the last book in The Selection series. For those who have been following the journey of America and then Eadlyn since the first book, you definitely would want to read the finale.

Queen of Hearts (#1 in Queen of Hearts Saga) by Colleen Oakes | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the first book in the series

Goodreads told me that this book was originally published in 2014, and if you go to its goodreads page (link above) you could see the reviews to the original publication. I have to say that the reviews for the original one were quite mixed. However, I’m curious to see if this time the book will fare better and besides, I always have soft spot for villains.

The Hidden Oracle (#1 in The Trials of Apollo) by Rick Riordan | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the first book in the series

Oh hey Rick Riordan’s new series featuring Percy Jackson. You know I can’t quit you and I never want to. Here’s hoping Nico DiAngelo will also make an appearance just because he’s my fave.

The Crown’s Game (#1 in The Crown’s Game) by Evelyn Skye | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: The first book in a series

The Crown’s Game is Evelyn Skye’s debut novel and if it’s as good as the hype surrounding it, then we’re all in for a treat. It’s a historical fantasy sets in Russia about a magic competition held to win the spot as Imperial Enchanter. Now, magic and historical are usually the magic words to make me pick up a book on its release date, and I’ve got a feeling this book will be no exception. Don’t fail us, hype!

The Last Star (#3 in The 5th Wave) by Rick Yancey | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: The last book in a series

Finally! The last installment in The 5th Wave series will be here soon. If you’ve been dying to know what other cruel things Yancey will do to his characters (and his readers), then get this book. If you’ve been holding off reading the series for the sake of binge-reading it, get this book. Or, if you’re me and you haven’t read the second book because you plan to spoil yourself on the series’ ending before deciding whether it’s worth it to go through with it or not, then check out this book too.

Outrun the Moon by Stacey Lee | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: stand-alone

Outrun the moon is a story of a girl trying to break out of poverty in Chinatown by using her wits. She bribes her way into private school, makes friends, and has to fend off spoiled kids. But that’s not all. Outrun the moon is also a historical fiction about the 1906 San Fransisco earthquake so it’s definitely not your usual contemporary fiction.

Please Don’t Tell by Laura Tims | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: stand-alone

This one is a story about Joy who thinks she killed a boy at a party. When someone blackmail her, Joy has to uncover the blackmailer’s identity. But it’s more than who did what, Please Don’t Tell is a book exploring the complicated relationship between two sisters. Lately, I’ve been in the mood for thrillers so I might get this one soon.

Flamecaster (Shattered Realms #1) by Cinda Williams Chima | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the first book in a series.

I have yet to read any book from Cinda Williams Chima, but I kept hearing how good they are. This book is set in the Seven Realms world, a generation later so if you’re a fan of this book – or Chima – you might want to get this book.

Tell the Wind and Fire by Sarah Rees Brennan | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: stand-alone

If you’ve been following this blog for some time, you might have realize that one of my favorite book ever is The Demon’s Lexicon by Sarah Rees Brennan. Now, Sarah is back with her retelling of A Tale of Two Cities, sets in alternate New York City. I have actually read this book (surprising got approved for an ARC on netgalley) so stay tuned for my review. Either way, I’m pretty sure this book is worth buying for the gorgeous cover alone.

Lady Renegades (Rebel Belle #3) by Rachel Hawkins | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the last book in the series

Upon browsing FictFact, I realized that I haven’t read the second book in the Rebel Belle series *facepalm* I think it’s as good time as any to continue reading this series, yes? To be honest, I was quite obsessed with Hawkins’ Hex Hall series, but Rebel Belle didn’t evoke the same kind of obsession. However, if you want a funny, entertaining read of paranormal fantasy sprinkled with romance, you could always depend on Rachel Hawkins.

The Glittering Court (The Glittering Court #1) by Richelle Mead | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the first book in The Glittering Court series

Richelle Mead is one prolific author, for sure. After releasing a standalone, Soundless, last November, Mead returns to series with The Glittering Court. The summary promises The Selection meets Reign (which I believe is a historical TV series-correct me if I’m wrong). I’m always up for a good historical read, so I might give this book a chance.

The Raven King (#4 in Raven Cycle) by Maggie Stiefvater | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: The final installment in the Raven Cycle

Many people have been freaking out about this book. Me? I plan to read the whole series after the fourth book is out so I could binge-read them. I hope this book turns out well for the sake of the fans!

The Rose and the Dagger (The Wrath and the Dawn #2) by Renee Ahdieh | GOODREADS PAGE

Stand-alone or series: the second book in the series

I now own the first book and I’ll be reading it next month in anticipation of The Rose and the Dagger. I am excited for this book, although I cannot tell you what it is about since I didn’t read the synopsis (avoiding spoilers for the first book). I’m quite sure it’s a continuation of the 1001 nights retelling in the first book, but never mind that, it might be a retelling of Ultraman and I’ll still be reading that.

Are you ready for this book?