Iris by R.K. Lilley

This is book 2 of the Wild Side series.

Another exhilarating, thrilling and exotic ride from R.K. Lilley!

Though I really loved this series, I am left screaming again, waiting for something or anything about the elusive Iris. I am left out of my wits for wanting to find out more about her. I feel for Dair. I've also loved him even more.

This sequel isn't aimed to answer anything. It's aimed to leave us with more questions before you even start reading it. But then, we crave the mystery of it.

I read this in less than 2 hours, all the while not realizing time passing by. All I wanted was to heal Dair from his broken heart.

I cannot wait for the next book! I've also learned that after Dair, there will be two more books, The Other Man and Tyrant.

I really can't wait!!! And before I forget, I hope the author will give us a bit of appearance from Mr. Cavendish himself, not just his hotel!

Another teaser from Sylvia Day!

New teaser from Captivated by You

Tethered - L.D. Davis

Ok. So it took me a long time to finish the book as I felt that it was too long. This is because of the long history of the hero and heroine, Emmet and Donya. But then, when I think about it, their long history was worth it because we get to experience everything about them from start to finish. And I felt that their story was in 3 books all rolled into 1. Reading Emmy’s story in the other books, who knew that Donya’s story would be so exciting! I was so anxious to read this book especially after reading the teaser on Worth the Fight.

Same as with the other books of L.D. Davis, I didn’t get bored with how the story was written. Though there were parts were I felt was a bit repetitive, like when Felix is being described how gorgeous and flirty he is and the back and forth of Emmet and Donya’s relationship. But these are just minor issues that didn’t distract us from the beauty of the story of Emmet and Donya. And that despite their back and forth, I didn’t hate any of them and I liked them even more!

It was also nice to get updated with Luke and Emmy!

This book is recommended to those who like second chance romance. 

Book to Movie

Another book turned into a movie.

I haven't read the book from Gayle Forman yet but I might have to start it soon in time for the showing.

Hate to Love You by Elise Alden

I didn’t expect to love this book as I got confused on the first chapter. But then I got hooked on the third. The story is so powerful and painful and full of longing. The story is also about hatred and forgiveness. 

James and Paisley was so right and so wrong for each other but their connection is so powerful that it pains me to read their struggles. I hurt for Paisley, I wanted to hug her and slap Caroline and her parents. The title is totally apt for James as you will really hate to love him. He is an arrogant prick and most of the time I wanted to wash his filthy mouth. 

The story is written in two parts, from past to present. There were moments where I got confused with some parts like Paisley’s age and some British words but these are just minor issues. What’s really important is that the story is beautiful and unique and it pinches your heart from start to finish. 

This book is recommended to those who love to read about love hate relationships.

Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas by James Patterson

This is the first book I read from James Patterson. Actually I got the audio book version. Though this is quite old already and I’ve read that the book already has a movie version, I still loved it. After reading a very emotional book where I cried my heart out, I listened to this, and boy did I have a major cry again. Especially on the last part where I was reading the entry of Matt I couldn’t stop my ugly cry. It took me long time to write my review as I was still reeling from the heart break. I’m still on the verge of tears every time I remember the story. 

Anyway moving on, I loved the voice of the reader. It was pleasing to the ears and she was able to convey the emotions of the story. I felt close to Suzanne when her diary was being read. And I must also add that because I loved the book so much, I will always be looking out for more James Patterson books that are emotionally powerful as this one. I am also itching to watch the movie version of the book.

Carnage - Lesley Jones

I was such on an emotional roll lately when I read this book. I must admit I caught a glimpse of the last part of the book before I started reading it and I felt tears well up. So, I put my big girl panties on and started this powerful story. Georgia and Sean’s story started out when they were kids and spanned throughout their life. I’m not going to speak much of the plot, but I can say that the ending was really hard for me. I cried so hard, it was so painful. It was such an emotional read that there were parts where I had to stop.

Moving on, what I liked about the book is that it was a complete story, though I’m pretty sure I’d be waiting for the sequel to this. I have an idea on who it’s going to be about but I won’t say it for fear of ruining the story for others who haven’t read this yet. 

Some of my issues: I felt that the way Sean professed his love for Georgia during the start of their relationship didn’t quite fit his age, like he was an old man inside a young boy’s body sort. His statements were too deep and emotional for a teenage kid. Though I loved Sean, his character is beautiful along with Cam. I cannot say the same for Georgia; I felt that she is selfish for her own good. There were also lots of spelling and grammatical errors. But these minor issues didn’t take away the beauty of the story. 

This book is highly recommended to those who loved the Emi’s Lost and Found series by Lori Otto.