Happy Monday everyone!
Monday, February 27, 2017
Poster: The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart by Stephanie Burgis
Happy Monday everyone!
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Wires and Nerve by Marissa Meyer
*Note: There may be spoilers ahead. Not many, and nothing big, but just a warning. :)
"Wires and Nerve," the first in a line of graphic novels with the story by Marissa Meyer, follows the popular and successful Lunar Chronicles series. The series is a great retelling of several fairy tales, with a modern steampunk-ish twist. The first book, Cinder, is the story of a cyborg mechanic who captures the eye of the prince. Did I mention she has an evil stepmother AND an evil queen who both want nothing to do with her? Yes, the first book starts off with a twist on the classic Cinderella, followed by a Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and a Snow White retelling. The graphic novel expands on the world created by Ms. Meyer, this time following Cinder's android/best friend Iko.
A quick read that went too fast, Wires and Nerve is a great beginning story line for Iko and our favorite Lunar/Earthen friends. Following the happy life like ending in Winter, we come across the Lunar crew--Cinder, Kai, Cress, Thorne (ahem, I mean CAPTAIN Thorne), Iko, Scarlet, Wolf, Winter, and Jacin--living their individual lives as we last left them. Except now, Iko is helping Cinder combating the issue of Levana's wolf-hybrids, who are wrecking havoc upon the Earth instead of peacefully returning to Luna to be rehabilitated. Iko, acting as a secret agent of sorts (and doing a great job of it), gives us a glimpse into what will be a fulfilling graphic novel series. This first novel sets the stage for all the characters to cross paths once more and defeat another devious plot, while also setting the stage for Cinder finally seeing Kai again (!!).
I loved looking at all the character designs, as they were obviously different from what I had imagined, but not so much to the point that it was hard to identify characters. I cannot wait for the next installment, and I think I will read up on "Stars Above," which is the only Lunar Chronicles book that I have not yet read!
Also, just for fun, Marissa Meyer offers a Lunar Chronicles character quiz on her website, which you can find here. My result was Cress (a.k.a. Rapunzel for those not familiar with the series)! Let me know what character you are in the comments below!
"Wires and Nerve," the first in a line of graphic novels with the story by Marissa Meyer, follows the popular and successful Lunar Chronicles series. The series is a great retelling of several fairy tales, with a modern steampunk-ish twist. The first book, Cinder, is the story of a cyborg mechanic who captures the eye of the prince. Did I mention she has an evil stepmother AND an evil queen who both want nothing to do with her? Yes, the first book starts off with a twist on the classic Cinderella, followed by a Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and a Snow White retelling. The graphic novel expands on the world created by Ms. Meyer, this time following Cinder's android/best friend Iko.
A quick read that went too fast, Wires and Nerve is a great beginning story line for Iko and our favorite Lunar/Earthen friends. Following the happy life like ending in Winter, we come across the Lunar crew--Cinder, Kai, Cress, Thorne (ahem, I mean CAPTAIN Thorne), Iko, Scarlet, Wolf, Winter, and Jacin--living their individual lives as we last left them. Except now, Iko is helping Cinder combating the issue of Levana's wolf-hybrids, who are wrecking havoc upon the Earth instead of peacefully returning to Luna to be rehabilitated. Iko, acting as a secret agent of sorts (and doing a great job of it), gives us a glimpse into what will be a fulfilling graphic novel series. This first novel sets the stage for all the characters to cross paths once more and defeat another devious plot, while also setting the stage for Cinder finally seeing Kai again (!!).
I loved looking at all the character designs, as they were obviously different from what I had imagined, but not so much to the point that it was hard to identify characters. I cannot wait for the next installment, and I think I will read up on "Stars Above," which is the only Lunar Chronicles book that I have not yet read!
Also, just for fun, Marissa Meyer offers a Lunar Chronicles character quiz on her website, which you can find here. My result was Cress (a.k.a. Rapunzel for those not familiar with the series)! Let me know what character you are in the comments below!
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
The Dog Ate My...Manuscript??
Hello World!
Yes, I'm still around, just have been busy. Also, almost finished with a new book, of which I will review later this week. :)
In response to the title of this post, I would like to talk about the old age expression "The dog ate my homework." While listening to the radio this week, I heard this fun fact and figured I should pass it along to fellow bookworms. Can anyone tell me which classic author wrote a manuscript for a book and had to re-write it, by hand? (Yes, yes this is really a thing! I couldn't believe it either when I first heard it.) Give up? John Steinbeck - Of Mice and Men!
Apparently, Mr. Steinbeck's dog was left alone in the room with the manuscript and the dog tore it to shreds!Thankfully, Mr. Steinbeck was able to double his effort in recreating the manuscript and now we have the book we have come to know and love today. Maybe we should be glad the dog ate his work?
Yes, I'm still around, just have been busy. Also, almost finished with a new book, of which I will review later this week. :)
In response to the title of this post, I would like to talk about the old age expression "The dog ate my homework." While listening to the radio this week, I heard this fun fact and figured I should pass it along to fellow bookworms. Can anyone tell me which classic author wrote a manuscript for a book and had to re-write it, by hand? (Yes, yes this is really a thing! I couldn't believe it either when I first heard it.) Give up? John Steinbeck - Of Mice and Men!
Apparently, Mr. Steinbeck's dog was left alone in the room with the manuscript and the dog tore it to shreds!Thankfully, Mr. Steinbeck was able to double his effort in recreating the manuscript and now we have the book we have come to know and love today. Maybe we should be glad the dog ate his work?
Saturday, February 4, 2017
Happy Saturday!
Finished Reading: The Art of War by Paula Stokes
Relevant Song: Battlefield by Jordin Sparks
Happy Saturday!
My favorite place to visit for books, besides the library/bookstores/thrift shops? The dollar store! You would not think it, but Dollar Tree is my absolute favorite place to visit on a Sunday afternoon. They have a plethora of overstock books with some really great choices! They always differ, best sellers, manga, how-to's, etc. I can buy as many books as I want, without the guilt, but with the new book smell.
This past week, during my Dollar Tree visit, I stumbled upon the book, The Art of Lainey, the story plot of which intrigued me. The Art of Lainey is takes from the Art of War, by Sun Tzu, in the way that her boyfriend breaks up with her and she uses ancient Chinese warlord strategies to try and win him back. It is a cute, quick read in the spirit of Valentine's Day. I highly recommend it if you are in the mood for something cutesy, yet with a point and a plot.
I have not yet read The Art of War by Sun Tzu, but it has been on my list for a while. I am making it a point to read it within the few weeks. Also to add to my reading list: More books by Paula Stokes. Seriously, go read this book/her writing! She is creative and funny and you definitely will not regret it. :)
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