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Thicker Than Water by J.L. Brunell was fast paced and intense. It was full of emotion and excitement. It had a unique premise and a satisfying, cliff-hanger ending. Did I enjoy this one? I did. Though, I wish the pace had slowed down a bit. Everything seemed to happen so fast, and there wasn't much time for character development or story setting. I did enjoy the history of the story, the magical spring, and the Chosen Eight, though, and I did enjoy at least getting to know Taliea a little. Taliea started off feeling a little like a typical YA female character. She was thrust in to a dangerous situation, and was pretty focused on what she lost and how things had changed so suddenly. But, what I loved about her is how I saw her grow and mature. She grew in to her role of queen and made me want to follow her story. I didn't feel like I grew attached to any of the other characters though. I wish I had. Because Taliea was very attached to them herself. I also never really felt like the story setting was pinned down and developed for me. The book focused more on Taliea and the history of her ancestors, and the Bracknids. I felt like the book could have been a little longer and not skipped over so much time to really develop what I felt was lacking. Was this worth a read? It was. Though it was a little predictable, and seemed to follow the basic YA style plot-line, it had it's own originality to it, and the history of the story, and Taliea, really kept me going. I would definitely pick up book 2 to find out what happens. I'd rate it about 3-3.5 stars. Thank you to the author for providing me with this free e-book in exchange for my honest review. #bookaddict #booklover #booknerd #bookdragon #bookstagram #bookblogger #yabooks #bookstagrammers #bookstagramfriends #bookishtags #bookworm #bibliophile #ireadya #booksofinstagram #readersofinstagram #alwaysreading #bookaholic #books #fiction #fantasy #YA #youngadult #ThickerThanWater #JLBrunell

How are you celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth? ✨ Those of us that participate in the #CalendarGirlsBooks monthly blog event that @nnrbooks and I co-host celebrated by posting about our favorite books by #BlackAuthors last Monday (and there will be a fascinating week long Twitter chat starting on the 18). ✨ There were some amazing choices by some spectacular authors. Diversity is so important, and should always be celebrated, but this month is definitely important and special to remember and make an extra effort for. ✨ What are some of your favorite books by black authors? ✨ If you want to see all the choices for this month, make sure you click the link in my bio. And, if you are interested in joining our #MonthlyBlogEvent (it's not just for females) make sure you check out the #CalendarGirls tab at the top of my blog for the info! ✨ #TheBelles #DhonielleClayton #bookaddict #booklover #booknerd #bookdragon #bookstagram #bookblogger #yabooks #bookstagrammers #bookstagramfriends #bookishtags #bookworm #bibliophile #ireadya #booksofinstagram #readersofinstagram #alwaysreading #bookaholic #books #fiction #fantasy

I've always loved books written in this time period. Life was tough and poignant, but also full of passion and bravery. Men were courageously fighting for our country. Women were bravely fighting for their families, and love seemed to flourish more because it was all about living for the moment, fearful of losing the next. It's inspired my vintage fashion style, as I've always felt it paid homage to the bravery of those who struggled during World War II. Rosemary in Bloom managed to capture these feelings so beautifully. The story was captivating, and heartbreaking at times. It was full of life, love, regret, and courage. It truly reminded me of the strife and struggle of the times, but also painted a picture of human emotion and beauty. Knowing that this was based on a true story made it that much more captivating. The characters had been through so much by time I finished the book, and my heart was full of sorrow and hope for them. Rosemary was a symbol of beauty and strength all while being emotionally flawed and a little broken. Albert was incredibly courageous and kind hearted, but also a little blinded by duty and loyalty. This story wasn't just about a hopeful, whirlwind war romance though. It was about family, faith, and listening to one's heart. It highlighted the good and the bad from the time period, and in human relationships. It was truly a thing of beauty. 4.5 stars! Thank you to @bookglow for providing me with this free e-copy in exchange for my honest review! #bookaddict #booklover #booknerd #bookdragon #bookstagram #bookblogger #bookworm #bibliophile #bookstagrammers #booksofinstagram #readersofinstagram#HistoricalFiction #AdultBook #alwaysreading #bookaholic #books #fiction

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Darque 's bookshelf: to-read

Nyxia Uprising

Nyxia Uprising

by Scott Reintgen

A Dangerous Collaboration

A Dangerous Collaboration

by Deanna Raybourn

Children of Virtue and Vengeance

Children of Virtue and Vengeance

by Tomi Adeyemi

Four Dead Queens

Four Dead Queens

by Astrid Scholte

The Wicked King

The Wicked King

by Holly Black

Slayer

Slayer

by Kiersten White

Untitled

Untitled

by Zoraida Córdova

Awake in the World

Awake in the World

by Jason Gurley

The Dark Days Deceit

The Dark Days Deceit

by Alison Goodman

Finding Baba Yaga

Finding Baba Yaga

by Jane Yolen

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Darque 's bookshelf: top-reads

Heir of Ra

Heir of Ra

by M. Sasinowski

Era of Undying

Era of Undying

by Emilie Knight

Forever Disguised

Forever Disguised

by Annie Woods

Undead Girl Gang

Undead Girl Gang

by Lily Anderson

Alienation

Alienation

by S.E. Anderson

A Beautiful Curse: A Retelling of The Frog Bride

A Beautiful Curse: A Retelling of The Frog Bride

by Kenley Davidson

Leaping Wolf

Leaping Wolf

by J.P. Harker

Starstruck

Starstruck

by S.E. Anderson

Reapers

Reapers

by Bryan Davis

Our Dark Stars

Our Dark Stars

by Audrey Grey

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