Pawn Review

Title: Pawn

Author: Aimee Carter

Pages: 347

Genre: Dystopian, young adult

Publisher: Harlequin TEEN            

Date Released: November 26th 2013         

Format:  e-book

Synopsis:YOU CAN BE A VII. IF YOU GIVE UP EVERYTHING.

For Kitty Doe, it seems like an easy choice. She can either spend her life as a III in misery, looked down upon by the higher ranks and forced to leave the people she loves, or she can become a VII and join the most powerful family in the country.

If she says yes, Kitty will be Masked—surgically transformed into Lila Hart, the Prime Minister's niece, who died under mysterious circumstances. As a member of the Hart family, she will be famous. She will be adored. And for the first time, she will matter.

There's only one catch. She must also stop the rebellion that Lila secretly fostered, the same one that got her killed …and one Kitty believes in. Faced with threats, conspiracies and a life that's not her own, she must decide which path to choose—and learn how to become more than a pawn in a twisted game she's only beginning to understand.

Previously titled Masked.
Review:I will admit this book took me a couple of chapters before I got into it but once the story got going I couldn't put it down. I like that the story wasn't like other books I have read before, it brought something different to the table. There were a few negatives I found with this book such as there wasn't really a reason for why the world was as it is now. Also i'm sorry to say this but I did not like Kitty's Boyfriend Benji. There relationship just didn't do it for me. He is the first and only guy she has loved so of course she wants to be with him because that's all she knows.

“I’m never better off without you,” he said. “We’re in this together. I love you, and that’s never going to change, all right? I’m yours no matter what your rank is. You could be a I, and I would go Elsewhere just to find you.”
 Although as this quote shows he is very loyal and he is a wonderful boyfriend towards her . I kind of want to see her get together with Knox because I can see their friendship growing into something more and they have chemistry. I found the bad guys to be really believable and just when you think that they are not that bad they go and prove you wrong. There are a few unexpected turns which is great because I love when the Author keeps you guessing.
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Overall:
I really enjoyed reading this and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good dystopian read. There were a few flaws but they are easy enough to look over and see the potential for this series. I look forward to reading book 2 Captive.

Cover art: 4
Plot: 4
Characters:5
Writing:4
Level of interest:5
Total rating:4

Happy Reading Everyone!! :D
- Jordan

Vampire Academy: Frostbite (Do you want to see this film come to life?)

Guys guess what! We may just get to see Adrian Ivashkov in the flesh (well on screen haha).
For those of you who are apart of the vafamily and follow closely on all Vampire Academy news probably already know all about this but for those of you who don't I am going to tell you.

If you were one of those people who signed the petition for frostbite then your dream is about to become a reality (almost). OVAM on Facebook made a post a few weeks ago saying they had very big news which in fact happened to be that we may just get to see frostbite on the big screen. There is a catch though, to prove that Fans really want this we have to donate money, 1.5 million to be exact but I know that we can do this. Everyone who donates from $10 will get a perk (something in return for donating).

Here are some of the perks but not all of them:
$10USD — Novice Package
Get the 411 during the production of Frostbite, including early casting announcements and day-to-day life on set. And like Rose, we hate to play by the rules, so don’t be surprised if we sneak you some early behind-the-scene photos or special messages from the cast.

$30USD — Royal Package
Live like a Royal and be one of the first to see Frostbite with a Digital Download, while you read along with your PDF of the Script AND impress your friends with all the exclusive updates.

$50USD — School Pride Package
Show your school pride! Score an exclusive St. Vladimir t-shirt, Digital Download of the film, PDF of the script AND exclusive updates. Choose your design — or better yet –- for an extra $20 get both!

$150USD (limited availability) — Moroi Package
Just how big of a fan are you? Act now if you want to secure one of 250 Limited-Edition Specially Bound SIGNED Scripts with 6 photo prints from the film. It will be the crown jewel of your Frostbite rewards, which includes all of the above.

$250USD — VIP Package
The film is called Frostbite after all… keep warm this winter in an Exclusive St. Vladimir Hoodie as you cozy up to watch your Digital Downloaded copy of the film. All rewards above are included, excluding the limited edition signed script with photo prints.

$750USD (limited availability) — #VAFamily Package
Have you been a part of the #VAfamily for years now? We believe that YOU deserve a credit in Frostbite. Don’t hesitate; this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be included in the Special Thanks End Credits of the film! Take home all the rewards above, excluding the limited edition signed script with photo prints.

$4,500USD (limited availability) — St. Vlad’s Package
Do you have what it takes to be a student at St. Vladimir’s? Prove it with a featured background extra role in Frostbite. Walk the halls of campus, or a ski lodge or a mall… rest assure you will walk someplace! Travel and lodging are not provided, but you will get an authentic set experience, meet the cast and exercise your acting skills. Location is TBD, but we anticipate shooting in Europe or Australia. All rewards included. *Pending Visa and Work Permit Approval

Richelle is also adding a perk this week *crosses fingers hoping its a advanced signed copy of The Ruby Circle *
We really need all of the VA FAmilys help! Donate if you can even if it is only $1 everything counts. If you don't have money and can't donate then help spread the word, contact people like E news etc... and ask them to run and article or make a video everything helps. Come on guys, we got this!!

TO DONATE CLICK THIS LINK:  https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/frostbite-a-vampire-academy-film#home

So far we have raised $161,556USD we are still a long way off and we have 24 days left to raise the money but OVAM said that if we at least get the $1million then they will extend the time so we have longer. PLEASE HELP, IT CAN BE SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE VAMPIRE ACADEMY MOVIE.Think about it you will get to see ADRIAN IVASHKOV, EDDIE CASTILLE, JANINE HATHAWAY and JAILBAIT guys!!!!!!
PS: sorry I have been gone so long :/

We Were Liars Review

Title: We Were Liars

Author: E. Lockhart

Pages: 225

Genre: Romance, suspense, young adult

Publisher: Delacorte Press

Date Released: May 13th 2014        

Format:  e-book

Synopsis:A beautiful and distinguished family.
A private island.
A brilliant, damaged girl; a passionate, political boy.
A group of four friends—the Liars—whose friendship turns destructive.
A revolution. An accident. A secret.
Lies upon lies.
True love.
The truth.

We Were Liars is a modern, sophisticated suspense novel from National Book Award finalist and Printz Award honoree E. Lockhart.
Read it.
And if anyone asks you how it ends, just LIE. ( goodreads synopsis )

Review:
I was completely hooked from the start, the story flows so well together and there are so many questions. I kept guessing what was going to happen and I was surprised every time my predictions were not correct. I loved that because its not often that you find a book where you are left guessing and boy was I shocked. The characters were really well developed and I really felt a personal connection with Cadence the main character. The writing was fabulous, I could really picture everything in my mind, it was so vivid. I feel as though this books is one that I will remember for a long time because it really made me think about things.
Overall:
This book will have you guessing till the end. I will not tell you the outcome, you will just have to read it for your self and trust that when I tell you this is something that you need to read, you should go ahead and pick it up, you don't need to know what it is about really just be ready for a compelling ride.

Cover art: 4
Plot: 5
Characters:5
Writing:4
Level of interest:5
Total rating:5

Happy Reading Everyone!! :D
- Jordan

Chasing Prophecy Review

Title: Chasing Prophecy

Author: James Moser

Pages: 237

Genre: Thriller, Romance, Mystery with a paranormal twist, coming of age.

Publisher: Skookum Trail Books

Date Released: January 3rd 2014

Format: kindle e-book

Synopsis:
Chasing Prophecy is the story of Mo, a shy teen who is just trying to survive high school. He has secretly fallen in love with a girl named Prophecy who lives with a group that some call a commune and others call a cult. When she disappears, Mo must find the courage to face the monster that her family has become. Chasing Prophecy is a contemporary coming of age story that is heart-warming, suspenseful, and beautifully written. This book chronicles the adolescence of one boy who must transform himself to save the girl of his dreams. The Pacific Northwest legend of Bigfoot is a fresh paranormal element. (source: Goodreads )

Review:
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review, Thank you James!!I more than often read books in a girls perspective so it was a nice change to read something in a guys perspective. I loved how there were pictures at the starts of each chapter, and it thought it was cool how the characters had quirky names, not your average names. At first the main character Mo seemed like a bit of a wimp because he was getting bullied and he couldn't stand up for him self but his character really developed throughout the story and I admired how he stood up to those who were mean to him and started to have a back bone. There were some parts of the story that were a little dragged out but other than that it was alright. I also liked that Mo was just your average person, he wasn't someone really popular so a lot of people reading the  book could relate to him I feel.
I recommend this to those of the ages 13-17 but if you like the sound of this then you definitely should check it out because the story is so unique.

Overall: This was a really interesting concept and a lot different from what I would usually read, I feel for me there was still something missing which is why I gave it 3 stars but it was still an interesting read :)
Cover art: 4
Plot: 3
Characters:3
Writing:4
Level of interest:4
Total rating:3

Where can you buy this:Amazon - ebook

Happy Reading Everyone!
- jordypaigebooks