Minda’s sober review of That’s Not What Happened by Kody Keplinger Synopsis It's been three years since the Virgil County High School Massacre. Three years since my best friend, Sarah, was killed in a bathroom stall during the mass shooting. Everyone knows Sarah's story--that she died proclaiming her faith. But it's not true. I know … Continue reading Sober Review: That’s Not What Happened by Kody Keplinger
Drunk Reviews
DRUNK REVIEW: House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig
House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig Reviewed by Sam! **We received an advanced copy of this at the NOVATeen Book Festival. We'd like to thank Erin and Delacorte for the opportunity. This book came out on Aug 6th and you can get it here** Synopsis: In a manor by the sea, twelve sisters … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig
Review for Two: She Would Be King by Wayétu Moore
Minda’s preg review of She Would Be King by Wayétu Moore Synopsis A novel of exhilarating range, magical realism, and history—a dazzling retelling of Liberia’s formation. Wayétu Moore’s powerful debut novel, She Would Be King, reimagines the dramatic story of Liberia’s early years through three unforgettable characters who share an uncommon bond. Gbessa, exiled from the … Continue reading Review for Two: She Would Be King by Wayétu Moore
HUNGOVER REVIEW: With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo
With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo By linz What it's about: From Goodreads -- "With her daughter to care for and her abuela to help support, high school senior Emoni Santiago has to make the tough decisions, and do what must be done. The one place she can let her responsibilities go is … Continue reading HUNGOVER REVIEW: With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo
Review for Two: Stepsister by Jennifer Donnelly
Minda’s pregnant review of Stepsister by Jennifer Donnelly **We received a copy of this from Bookcon! We'd like to thank Jennifer and Scholastic for the opportunity** Synopsis Isabelle should be blissfully happy – she’s about to win the handsome prince. Except Isabelle isn’t the beautiful girl who lost the glass slipper and captured the prince’s … Continue reading Review for Two: Stepsister by Jennifer Donnelly
DRUNK REVIEW: The Doll Factory by Elizabeth Macneal
The Doll Factory by Elizabeth Macneal Review by Linz, and thanks to ALA for the advanced copy! We'd like to thank Elizabeth and Atria! This book comes out on Aug 13th and you can get it here. What it's about (from Goodreads): London. 1850. The Great Exhibition is being erected in Hyde Park and among the … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: The Doll Factory by Elizabeth Macneal
DRUNK REVIEW: The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang
The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang Reviewed by Sam! **We received an early copy of this from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. We'd like to thank R.F. Kuang and Harper Voyager for the opportunity. This book comes out on Aug 6th and you can get it here** Synopsis The searing follow-up to 2018’s most … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang
Review for Two: All The Water in the World by Karen Raney
Minda’s preg review of All The Water in the World by Karen Raney, out 8/6. Received the advance copy at ALA! You can get a copy here. Synopsis A stunning debut novel about a teenage girl and her mother as they grapple with first love, family secrets, and tragedy. Maddy is sixteen. Smart, funny, and … Continue reading Review for Two: All The Water in the World by Karen Raney
DRUNK REVIEW: The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez Reviewed by Ginny! (We received an early copy from Bookcon. We'd like to thank Abby and Forever Romance for the opportunity to review. This book came out on June 11th and you can get it here) Synopsis: Kristen Petersen doesn't do drama, will fight to the death for her … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
DRUNK REVIEW: The Heartwood Crown by Matt Mikalatos
The Heartwood Crown by Matt Mikalatos Reviewed by Sam! **We received an advanced copy of this book from BookCon! We'd like to thank Matt and Wander for the opportunity! This book comes out on Aug 6th and you can get it here.** This is the sequel to The Crescent Stone so there will be spoilers for book … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: The Heartwood Crown by Matt Mikalatos