1. "Once I was there, he wrapped his arms securely around me, and another pleasant shiver ran down my spine."
2. "He shook it gingerly, as if he were afraid I'd break. His palm was smoother than mine."
February 22, 2012
Teaser Tuesday #38: The Goddess Test by Aimee Carter
1. "Once I was there, he wrapped his arms securely around me, and another pleasant shiver ran down my spine."
2. "He shook it gingerly, as if he were afraid I'd break. His palm was smoother than mine."
Wednesday Words #1
Every time I read a book, I always stumble across a few words, that I have NO idea what they mean, or what they might mean. Which is understandable, I'm sure that happens to everyone!(:
I usually just stick a post it, on the edge of the page, and later when I get home, or have the chance to pick up a handy dandy dictionary, I look up the words and see what they mean. I love learning new words, expanding my vocabulary, and being able to use my newly learned words myself! I love it!
So I decided it would be fun, if I shared a few words every Wednesday, so I can show you guys what kinds of words I learned and maybe you can give me better definitions, or even learn them yourselves(:
Here are this week's words:
1. Omnipotent: Almighty, infinite power, unlimited authority.
2. Monotonous: Lacking in variety, having very little inflection.
3. Incentive: Stimulating, provocative.
4. Gluttony: excessive eating and drinking.
Waiting On Wednesday #44
Title: Until I Die.
Author: Amy Plum.
Summary:
"I wish there was only today, just right now, and no forever.
It seems fitting that I fell in love in Paris, the most beautiful city in the world. And if I pretend, I can almost believe that my life is normal and everyone I care about is safe.
But as long as I’m with Vincent, “normal” doesn’t exist. Gorgeous, charming, and witty, he’s everything you could ask for in a boyfriend—but his destiny is so much more.
Even more terrifying than his destiny are his dangerous enemies, enemies who will kill for immortality. How are Vincent and I supposed to be together forever if we’re always in danger?
I know I’ll do whatever it takes—even if it means lying to the people I love—to fight against a fate that is trying to tear us apart."
Release Date: 5/8/2012.
February 21, 2012
Book Review #71: The Goddess Test by Aimee Carter
Title: The Goddess Test.
Author: Aimee Carter.
Format: Paperback.
Pages: 293.
Series: Yes, #1.
Source: Harlequin Teen Panel.
Publisher: Harlequin Teen.
Published Date: 4/19/2011.
Summary:
"In a modern-day take on the myth of Persephone, 18-year-old Kate Winters is thrust into a mythical world, where she must pass seven impossible tests and outsmart a spiteful god in order to save the life of not just her mother but of her captor as well."
Cover:
Covers are one of the most important parts of a book, they're the ones that have to create a good first impression on any book buying. Even though, we all know we shouldn't be judging books by their covers (literally), we're humans and we do it anyways; it's natural!
The Goddess Test, does do a great job with first impressions. I though the girls facial expression was a tad bit awkward (it almost looks like she's going through pain), but in a way, that's what makes it intriguing. You start wondering what might be happening to her, and why is she just laying in the forest somewhere!
Besides that, I really like the way her white dress, and her red lips really stand out compared to the dark green background, it creates a beautiful contrast!
My Thoughts:
The Goddess Test, was honestly never on my wishlist. Not that I didn't want to read it, or that I read bad reviews (actually I've read quite a few great reviews, where the reviewer couldn't even express her complete love for it). But The Goddess Test, was just something I never really looked that deep into.
After receiving the book in the mail, I did my own little
The Goddess Test, is basically a re-telling of the Greek myth of Persephone. The main character Kate, lives and takes care of her dying mother, who is in her final stages of cancer. Kate's mother wants to visit and stay in a small town (in the middle of nowhere), named Eden. Not being able to say no, Kate decides to go along, hoping for the best.
She starts a new school, not really looking for friends, knowing she won't have time for them anyways, as she spends every living moment by her mom's bedside (not knowing if it might be her last). Kate isn't looking for friends, or a good time. She just wants to go to school, get her work done, and get back "home".
That is until she meets a boy named James, and a popular girl (you know, the ones with the fake sweetness, that you know is talking about you, as soon as your back is turned) named Ava. When Ava notices her boyfriend eyeing Kate, she decides to invite her to that weekend's "party". Which wasn't exactly a real party at all.
Things pretty much spiral down from there, Kate calls for help, screaming as loud as she can, wishing that someone could hear her. And a mysterious man, named Henry does...
I don't want to give away too much, or else it will just ruin the story! I'm not really into Greek myths, so I decided to do a bit of googling, just to find out, who Persephone was, and what her story is. If you don't know much either, I would recommend doing this, but if you don't want to, then I think you'll be fine too!
The second book of The Goddess Test, is Goddess Interrupted which I believe is coming out in April, so definitely pick up The Goddess Test by Aimee Carter now, so you can read the second book, right when it comes out!(:
February 18, 2012
Everything That Happened This Week!
Monday:
Tuesday:
None:/
Wednesday:
Thursday & Friday:
None:/
Saturday:
Sunday:
So this week was pretty slow on Turning Pages! I took the ACT this week, and I didn't have time to blog, with all my last minute studying! My results come back in five to eight weeks, so I'm pretty nervous!
This week I'm back, and I have a few new ideas and things planned, so stay tuned(;
Giveaway Reminder!
My giveaway of Tempest by Julie Cross, is coming close to an end! All you have to do is go to the original post, and fill out the form! There are a few extra entry opportunities, that will give you a better chance of winning, so make sure to take advantage of those!
This giveaway ends towards, the end of February, so you still have a few days left, but make sure to enter on time!(:
Here's the original POST!!
Thanks!
WWW Wednesday #5
What am I reading? & What did I recently finish?
I'm actually just finishing both Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins, and The Goddess Test by Aimee Carter!
I love both of them, and my reviews will be up before this tuesday(:
What am I going to read next?
Since I'm finishing up The Goddess Test, and I'm enjoying it! I decided to read the second book, Goddess Interrupted, right away! I can't wait to see what happens to Kate and Henry(:
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