Brandon Mull (for about the millionth time)

FINALLY! After who knows how long, I have at last finished Brandon Mull's latest edition. Five Kingdoms: Sky Raiders was jam packed full of adventure, fun, and a new sort of magic. The idea, truly unique. The content, mystery with a touch of youthfulness. The book, simply outstanding. Not quite Beyonders: Book 3 amazing, but than again, you can't compare a first book with a last book of any series. As far as all of Mr. Mull's series go (not including Candy Shop War [1or2] or Pingo)I have to say that this is the best start yet. 

And I have to add; I LOVE Cole's comebacks. Seriously! He's eleven (my favorite number btw)and his comebacks are better than mine.

Lissa 

My fun facts for the day

As I was scrolling through some of my blog statistics, I found something that made me all warm and fuzzy inside. It turns out that the most page views I've ever gotten on a post was actually something of mine, not just a critic of a book. That made me do a little happy dance (and ya'll should be grateful I can't record because my dancing might mentally scar you) I think I'll just stick to writing ;

The old wizard fumbled up the stairs, his robes wrapping around his feet like a cobra as he struggled to sprint. The papers clutched in his hands almost whispered to him, warning him of every danger they held. The wizard held them closer, wary that their fragile material could crumble to dust at anytime; a risk he was willing to take if it kept their content safe. 

Stumbling, he collapsed in a heap on the steps, his breath coming in ragged gasps as he fought for oxygen. He could hear his assailant creeping closer, probably sensing his magic with her own. She was like a hound, sniffing him out with only his magical aura. He cursed himself for the thousandth time for this blessing and curse. 

The cold field seized his body suddenly, freezing his limbs and numbing his tongue. 

"It truly is a pity," the snake like voice of his enemy hissed, "All the effort and for what? You're growing weak, Merlin; it almost tempts me to let you live." 

Fire boiled in the wizard despite his cold encasement. He forced some words passed his lips, "We both know you won't loose any sleep over it either way, Morgana,"

She shrugged, her heels clicking as she approached, her cloak shimmering in royal greens, blues and purples. 

"Any final words?" she mocked, running her knife gently down the wizard's face, "I'll be sure to share them with all of Camelot." 

Quick as lightning, Merlin broke the cold hold and shoved her into the stair rail. Her reflexes, however, were prepared for such an attack and with one swift motion, plunged the knife into the wizard's heart. A whole new frigidness corrupted his body, a numb pain spidering around  him. 

"This isn't over," he gasped, "The Once and Future King will rise again." With his dwindling power, he set the papers in his hands ablaze, "You will die at Arthur's hand, heed my words." He collapsed, leaving nothing but a witch, a knife and the prophecy's ashes. 

Lissa

Lurie Halse Anderson

For all my regular readers (and I'm sure there are SO many of you; please note the sarcasm) this book my seem different from my usual reads. It's called Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson. This story is about the horrendous yellow fever that established itself for a season in Philadelphia in the year 1793. 

The historic tale is told from the view of a fourteen year old girl named Mattie [Matilda] Cook. While enjoying the pleasures of the newly enforced America, Mattie is suddenly  attacked with the knowledge of the rapidly spreading "Fever" that is making it's way up and around the capital of the new United States. 

This book really highlights the saying "You may have it bad but someone always has it worse" we hear all the time and puts it to a new perspective. 

The book is short, simple, and I read it in, like, a day. So if you find yourself with some down time and you have a sudden interest in American History, read Fever 1793. 

Lissa

 

M.L. Forman

In my reading experience, I have determined that I have this thing for ShadowMountain. I absolutely LOVE the books published by them. The most resent one that I read is a book called Adventurers Wanted: Slathbog's Gold by M.L. Forman. Oh my heck, it was so cool.

It's kind of like a simpler version of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolken but it also had sort of a Fablehaven thing going on. I thought it was awesome. Seriously, it was well written, family friendly, and just fun. Just the way Alex was forced into all this craziness and yet stuck with it all was realistic and encouraging.

Now, I'm not saying that finding a magical sign and heading off on some adventure is realistic but it's the way Forman puts you inside of Alex's head and lets you see a world from a totally realistic view point. But don't take my word for it; If you want to read Adventurers Wanted, apply within. (inside joke for those who've read the book)

Lissa

 

Pittacus Lore (yes, again)

Word of advice.

Wait until the complete series is out before you read any popular/amazing sounding book. Otherwise, you may die of pure anticipation.

Despite my lack of time(and concentration)to read, I have managed to finish The Fall of Five by "Pitticus Lore" (sarcastic quotation marks for those of you who have read the series so far) Oh my heck, that book was intense.

Now, just a word of caution, this has VERY strong language. VERY VERY strong. So for you all out there who are weary about that thing, DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. For those of you who can mentally change the word even before you read it or simply don't have a problem with such blunt word choice, you HAVE to read this. 

The idea for this series is just so unique and well structured that I sincerely hope the author doesn't mess it up. No pressure. Keep reading. I'm out.#tryingtosoundhyperterbutfailing

Lissa