Ivy in Bloom

Stars 5/5

Ivy in Bloom by Vanita Oelschlager

I very much enjoyed this little poetry book and how it incorporated famous poems from many authors together to form a poem about Spring coming. The illustrations were amazing and I feel that this book is a very unique way to get younger children reading and learning about poetry earlier in their life. I am so glad I got to read this book and would recommend it to everyone.  

Shadow Weaver

Stars 5/5

Shadow Weaver by MarcyKate Connolly

ARC - Release Date Jan 1, 2018

Oh.. I can not wait for the next book in this series! Very unique story about a little girl named Emmeline, who was born with the power to weave shadows. Her only friend is her shadow Dar, which turns out to be an inside out/upside down friendship if you know what I mean. A lot of mysterious things happen and Emmeline is not really sure if Dar is telling the truth and things start to get dangerous. Ancient magic, shape shifting, a scary ghost-like girl and running for your life. That is all I am going to say about the story because I do not want to spoil it. I can not wait to read more. I recommend it everyone.

Giant Days vol 1

Stars 4/5

Giant Days vol 1 by John Allison

I have to say that I honestly enjoyed the first volume of this graphic novel series and plan to read more. I think it addressed many issues facing college age kids. I was so glad to see how Susan realized her wrong doing by throwing men under the bus just as it is wrong for men to do that to women. Wanting fairness and equal rights for women does not mean to destroy our brothers, sons and fathers in the process. Equality means just that which I think is frequently overlooked by feminists. I loved the illustrations and it was a quick and fun read. I would recommend it everyone!

Vintage: A Ghost Story

Stars 4/5

Vintage: A Ghost Story by Steve Berman

A sexually charged m/m ghost story that was a crazy fun read. Let me first say... I wish the ending was not as rushed as it was and that there was more info about what happened to Josh. Other than that, I loved the gothic creepy! Wish I would of saved this one for closer to Halloween but who knows it is a short read maybe I will re-read it then. A young guy finds that because of his past suicide attempt, he can see ghosts. He meets a "1950's Ghost" named Josh and the story heats up. I will not say anything else as not to spoil it. I would recommend this book to my "New Adult" reading friends.

The Wendy Project

Stars 3/5

The Wendy Project by Melissa Jane Osborne

ARC - Release Date July 18, 2017

**SPOILER ALERT**

The illustrations for this graphic novel are beautiful. I loved how the colors were worked into the story at just the right time. The story was a Peter Pan retelling in a more modern day setting. Wendy is driving with her two brothers in the car when she crashes into the lake. I thought the story told of a horrible loss but am kinda bothered on how Wendy behaved and dealt with her brother's death/disappearance. I mean even if Michael was taken off by Peter Pan, he lost his memory of his past life with his family and Wendy would never see him again. Not to mention what happened at the very end when his Mother screams out... His body washed ashore fully intact. Creepy to say the very least.

Suit Your Selfie

Stars 4/5

Suit Your Selfie by Stephan T. Pastis

ARC - Release Date July 18, 2017

I swear I want one of those "Antisocial Globes" LOL! This book was very funny. I think I had a smile on my face the whole time reading it. I just love Pig! I would recommend it to everyone who loves a quirky joke! 

Eliza and Her Monsters

Stars 5/5

Eliza and Her Monsters by Francesca Zappia

What an amazing story! I couldn't put this book down. I have grew up using the computer and can relate to Eliza in more ways than one. Her need to be online. Her need to be apart of a world she created. As a graphic designer for a top internet game, I know how she felt and the anxiety of being forced away from the online world. I am so very glad I read this book and I would recommend it to everyone I know especially all my online-addict friends!