The Marvel Avengers Book Tag

Sometimes it is just fun to tag a book, let folks get a snippet of what you love to read and maybe even check out a book or two that they didn't realize was out. I got this one from Sara at A Year of Reading Dangerously who found it on Perfectly Tolerable’s blog. I am a HUGE MARVEL fan and knew I had to do this tag.

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Iron Man – A Book That Made You Laugh Out Loud

I do not remember the last time I have laughed so hard reading a book before, especially a shifter book. I promise you will laugh, you will have tears in your eyes from laughing, and they will fall because the book is that funny.

Captain American – A Book That Sends a Positive Message

A tragic event occurs. How these two handle it are pretty spot on with how others have handled it. One cannot help but wonder if Mrs. Armentrout is writing about the real life adventures of her friends. She is that good at bring out the human emotions in the story. My heart breaks for Nick and Stephanie. Yet, at the end there is hope. Which is seriously, all we can wish for.

Thor – A Book With a Character’s Strength You Admire 

Lucy Hamilton is the human best friend to Solange Drake. Who is about to go through her transformation to become a vampire, after all she is the only female daughter to an ancient vampire dynasty. Will everything come out the way it is suppose to be or will politics get in the way? Speaking of getting in the way Lucy should not be having feelings for Nicolas Solange's older brother and Solange should not be having feelings for a hunter. Oh the angst of a teenager the politics, century old and a fight for their rights to have a normal life.

Black Widow – A Book With a Kick-Ass Female Protagonist 

Celia Wird is a strong female protagonist that does what needs to be done.

Hulk – A Book That Made You Incredibly Angry 

“The Game” was cruel and horrible. It was resolved in such a way that my heart broke and my eyes were watery. I know that there must have been a reason for what occurred. I just am not sure if the reason is going to be big enough in my opinion to make up for the betrayal.

Hawkeye – An Underrated Book You Think More People Should Pay Attention To 

Heartstone is a fabulous re-telling of Pride and Prejudice. Alistair and Aliza are beautifully casted as the new Lizzie and Darcy. The added addition of the dragons and the threat of the Tekari, made this paranormal loving reader all too happy.

Black Panther – A Book That Showcases Another Culture 

A tragic event leads Grace Wilde to run away. She runs all the way to a boarding school in South Korea.

Spider-Man – Favorite New Book of the Year 

Y'all could have guessed this one since I have been talking about this series non-stop. I have read this book three times since it has come out. It is currently my newest obsession. Review will be up on Monday.

*BONUS* 

Loki – A Book With a Twist Or Surprise That Tricked You

A major bomb was dropped at the end and I cannot wait to see how it resolves, if it resolves and if daddy dearest knew…

Review: Delayed Admission

Author Heather Renee 

Format e-ARC 

Print Length 255 pages 

Publisher self 

Published June 25, 2019 

She's being hunted and the only way to survive is to become the hunter.

To Raegan Keyes, she's the only one of her kind but has no idea what she is. Until one night, when she finds out her unexplainable abilities aren't the only thing she needs to worry about, and her world becomes much bigger than she ever could have dreamed.

When a mysterious man named Enzo arrives, too striking to be human, Raegan learns she's not as alone as she believed. As more secrets are revealed, she's swept off to an academy for others like her thousands of miles away from home by a complete stranger whom she'd rather stab than travel with.

As tension builds between Raegan and Enzo, she begins to find her purpose as she settles into her new existence. With a group of new friends, she's finally feeling alive again. That is until something sinister comes along, once more throwing her life into mayhem. 

My Opinion 

Raegan has had a rough time of it, her parents passing months ago, grieve is eating her up. So is survival guilt. Her Aunt Jules tries her best to help her through it, moving to Oregon and helping her to test out of high school. Something is off, she is gaining abilities she shouldn’t have and when she is attacked by something not so human, a guy with pointed ears steps up to save the day. Apparently Enzo is from Shadow Veil Academy and she is showing signs of being something other than human. What is up for debate as her magic is locked. 

Raegan is pretty stable, she going through the stages of grief. She acknowledges them and then keeps on rocking. She is taking everything pretty much is stride. She tries her best when it comes to the magic portion but she is not like the other students. (Saying why would be a total spoiler so #sorrynotsorry). She develops a great friendship with Gemma, a shifter who lives on her floor. 

Enzo is a full elf, and extremely powerful. As a mentor he is great, as a boyfriend not so much. He keeps too much hidden. Of course, he is good looking and there is some attraction there. I think the issue is that I wanted her to be with a full on alpha meal and he was more like the Beta. He just wasn’t enough for me, and with the ending how it is there is an opening for a better love interest to come into the picture such as I don’t know Embry maybe. 

This one has all the elements of a great series. The book starts off solid. The love interest, well that is where is fell short for me. I hated the love interest, he attempted to be all protective alpha male but something was off for me. I hope he does not continue to be the love interest in the next book. I would love for him to well fall off the face of the Earth, but I doubt that will happen. 

My Rating 3 out of 5 stars 

Favorite Quote “You, on the other hand, could use some sparkle in your life.” 

Other People 

Gemma- new bestie 

Lyssa- Enzo’s ex, resident mean girl 

Stone- Headmaster, sorcerer 

Malina- big baddie 

Jules- aunt, guardian

Waiting on Wednesday (28) Crown of Coral and Pearl

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Waiting On Wednesday is a weekly meme, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine which spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

For generations, the princes of Ilara have married the most beautiful maidens from the ocean village of Varenia. But though every girl longs to be chosen as the next princess, the cost of becoming royalty is higher than any of them could ever imagine…

Nor once dreamed of seeing the wondrous wealth and beauty of Ilara, the kingdom that’s ruled her village for as long as anyone can remember. But when a childhood accident left her with a permanent scar, it became clear that her identical twin sister, Zadie, would likely be chosen to marry the Crown Prince—while Nor remained behind, unable to ever set foot on land.

Then Zadie is gravely injured, and Nor is sent to Ilara in her place. To Nor’s dismay, her future husband, Prince Ceren, is as forbidding and cold as his home—a castle carved into a mountain and devoid of sunlight. And as she grows closer to Ceren’s brother, the charming Prince Talin, Nor uncovers startling truths about a failing royal bloodline, a murdered queen… and a plot to destroy the home she was once so eager to leave.

In order to save her people, Nor must learn to negotiate the treacherous protocols of a court where lies reign and obsession rules. But discovering her own formidable strength may be the one move that costs her everything: the crown, Varenia and Zadie.

Why am I waiting?

Do you see this amazing cover?  This is a case of judging a book by it's cover.  Then I read the blurb and I need to know if she is going to save her village, her sister and what is up with the Prince Talin?

Teaser Tuesday (28) Blood Bond

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read

• Open to a random page

• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page

• BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)

• Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers.

Teaser One

“Just listen. I don’t have family. I don’t get attached. It’s easier that way. Which is what I kept telling myself about you, but it happened despite my best efforts to prevent it. It’s not going away and it's not fading. If anything, it's gotten worse."

Blood Bond page 8

I wonder where Alex is going with this? She gots a man dude. Back off... Go find yourself a different gal. (Guess you know who's side I am on.)

Teaser Two

“You listen to me, young lady,” she said pointing a finger in my face. “I am loyal to you, first, last, always. The things I’m doing for CHAS are all for you. And you’re one to talk about loyalty. When have you ever trusted me with the whole story, huh?”

Blood Bond page 218

Grandma just calling it like she sees it. Glad to know that she has Tara's back when it comes down to it. 

Teaser Three

“I’ve got time. Besides, whenever you say ‘long story,’ it’s the popcorn-and-vodka kind.” “Popcorn and vodka?” I echoed. “Yeah, you know, popcorn for the show and vodka because the only way any of it’s going to make sense is if you’re halfway sauced. Especially with your stellar decision-making skills.”

Blood Bond page 235

Cambria is the most accepting best friend on the planet. Or else she is a plant for the CHAS but I am not getting the gonna backstab you vibe from her.

Book Trailer Saturday (26) The Dark Intercept

Some people believe you can fall in love at first sight. When it comes to books I believe those people. Book trailers are an excellent way to fall in love at first sight. I hope to feature a book trailer here every Saturday to help you fall in love at first sigh...

The State controls your emotions. What would you pay to feel free?

In a radiant world of endless summer, the Intercept keeps the peace. Violet Crowley, the sixteen-year-old daughter of New Earth’s Founding Father, has spent her life in comfort and safety. Her days are easy thanks to the Intercept, a crime-prevention device that monitors and provokes emotion. But when her long-time crush, Danny Mayhew, gets into a dangerous altercation on Old Earth, Violet launches a secret investigation to find out what he's hiding. An investigation that will lead her to question everything she's ever known about Danny, her father, and the power of the Intercept.

The Mid-Year Book Freak Out (2019)

Sometimes it is just fun to tag a book, let folks get a snippet of what you love to read and maybe even check out a book or two that they didn't realize was out. I of course got this one from Jessica's blog a GREAT read,who saw this tag over at The Bucket List. The image for the tag is also the one that The Bucket List uses. because I have zero graphics skill as you all know!

BEST BOOK YOU'VE READ IN 2019

In a Badger Way is hilariously over the top, shifting craziness with the MacKilligan sisters front and center.

BEST SEQUEL YOU'VE READ IN 2019 

“You always need to keep fighting, even when it seems all hope is lost.” 

NEW RELEASE YOU HAVEN'T READ YET, BUT WANT TO

I have both of these on my kindle right now, but I am on a huge indie author binge and doing several series that are already released....

MOST ANTICIPATED RELEASE FOR THE SECOND HALF OF THE YEAR

Love these two authors and can't wait to read more from the world's they built.

BIGGEST DISAPPOINTMENT:

The lack of romance in this had me wanting to bail. Really the lack of relationship building at all, had me wanting to bail. So this one is a one and done for me which is sad since I know bloggers who love this series with all their hearts.

BIGGEST SURPRISE

This one rivaled In a Badger Way for the number one slot! I was completely taken aback with how much I adore Bettina and Jackson. The magical world that they live in with witches, shifters, vamps, fae and angels has be begging for more.

FAVORITE NEW TO YOU OR DEBUT AUTHOR

These two authors have occupied a lot of my time this year, I have binged everything they have written. Stumbled across both of them during reading slumps and they lifted me up so fast my world was spinning.

NEWEST FICTIONAL CRUSH

Jackson from the Academy Magic season and Deacon from the Elemental Magic season will have you swooning and crushing in no time.

NEWEST FAVORITE CHARACTER

Bettina! You have got to meet her and then you will know why!

BOOK THAT MADE YOU CRY

This one made me ugly cry, then laugh and finally happy tears.

BOOK THAT MADE YOU HAPPY

Part of me wants to be Fallon when I grow up. So self-assured, so confident in who she is.

FAVORITE BOOK TO FILM ADAPTATION

I tend to watch movies about superheroes or sci-fi. I took my girls to see this though and I adored it as much as the first one when I was their age.

FAVORITE POST YOU'VE DONE THIS YEAR

I would have to say my Fandom Friday post from the beginning of the year:

Fandom Friday (1) Pride and Prejudice

Fandom Friday (2) Harry Potter

Fandom Friday (3) Urban Fantasy

Fandom Friday (4) Fantasy

Fandom Friday (5) The Magicians

Fandom Friday (6) Battlestar Galactica

Fandom Friday (5) NCIS

MOST BEAUTIFUL BOOK YOU'VE BOUGHT THIS YEAR 

The covers for this series is just gorgeous to me! The back of the girl, in her surroundings, the crown-breathtaking.

BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BY THE END OF THE YEAR

My goal to to get to these before the end of this month. I need to, I want to- will I? I don't know.

Waiting on Wednesday (27) A Pack of Love and Hate

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Waiting On Wednesday is a weekly meme, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spinewhich spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

ONLY ONE CAN WIN.

Volunteering to duel alongside Liam Kolane against the ruthless Creek Alpha could get Ness killed, but the alternative, leaving her hot-headed Alpha to die alone in the dueling ring isn’t an option. Not even when he places ridiculous conditions on her, like not spending time alone with August, her intended mate.

Ness didn’t want a mate, but that was before August stepped back into her life, before he picked up the scattered pieces of her heart. Between their shared history and the magical tether that binds them, Ness finds herself falling dangerously hard for the sexy shifter.

But Liam’s heart is on the line. A heart that still beats for Ness.

Only one man can win her love, the same way only one Alpha can rise from the duel.

Let the fight begin...

Why I am waiting?

I really want Ness to come away from this series, stronger. I tend to when it comes to love triangles- the pairing I ship is always the one that is not picked. Maybe this one will be different.  Cause I have a huge liking for one of these guys and I hope you die hatred for the other.  Which means she will end up with the one I hate.

Teaser Tuesday (27) Delayed Admissions

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read

• Open to a random page

• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page

• BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)

• Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers.

Teaser One

My hand reached out to grab his wrist as he turned away. “No.”

His brows shot up, and a look I couldn’t read appeared on his face. “Excuse me? Did you just tell me no?”

“I don’t need or want your help. I can handle myself, and Lyssa isn’t going to be a problem for me. I’m only here to figure out who I am and how to protect myself. I’ll be out of here as soon as that's done, and you can forget all about me."

Delayed Admissions page 62

It appears as if no one has ever told Enzo no before. Wonder if that makes her more attractive to him. I am going to guess yes..yes it does. 

Teaser Two

“I’ll only say this once, so listen carefully. Raegan is my responsibility. I brought her here. I tutor her. I will keep her safe. Don’t get in my way of that or you’ll regret it.”

Delayed Admissions page 113

So much is going on here! I won't tell you who Enzo is speaking to or why... that would be too spoilery just know that he is speaking to someone who cares for Raegan a lot.

Teaser Three

Enzo’s eyes were almost black, and his chest vibrated beneath me. “Mine.” 

That one word was filled with a pain I couldn’t identify and my heart hurt for him as my emotions warred with each other. I didn’t want to give in to him, but I was afraid someone would get seriously hurt if I didn’t.

Delayed Admissions page 160

Dang if he acts like this without them even dating could you imagine him in a relationship? His last girlfriend didn't have this problem.