Monday 26 September 2016

Books I've recently read


Hello lovelies!
I hope you are having a wicked day!

I wanted to share with you some of the books I've recently read, my short spoiler-free review and thoughts on them and my suggestion on if you should read the book or not! 

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
By: John Tiffany and Jack Thorne
http://www.bookdepository.com/Harry-Potter-and-the-Cursed-Child---Parts-I---II/9780751565355/?a_aid=BridgetParker



There was SO much hype over this book being "the next Harry Potter book". I went into it knowing it wasn't in fact that, that it was just a play that J.K Rowling endorsed. I think because of that I wasn't as disappointed as some people were. I personally thought it was ok, I could take it or leave it. I would absolutely love to see the play though. A girl can dream!
Read if: you're a Harry Potter fan. 

Freedom: My Book of Firsts 
By: Jaycee Dugald


http://www.bookdepository.com/Freedom/9781471158513/?a_aid=BridgetParker
I loved Jaycee Dugard's first book, "A Stolen Life", which was a recount of her horrific 18 years kidnapped from the age of eleven. It might sound strange that I loved it, but I loved hearing how strong she was dealing with what was a nightmare situation. I was excited when I discovered Jaycee had written a second book, "Freedom: My Book of Firsts" and I grabbed it right away. I personally struggled to read it. It read more like a diary and I didn't get anything out of it.
Read if: you're interested in Jaycee Dugard's story. 

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
by: Ransom Riggs
http://www.bookdepository.com/Miss-Peregrine-s-Home-for-Peculiar-Children/9781594746031/?a_aid=BridgetParker


With the movie close to coming out (it's in fact coming out in Australia in a few days!) I really wanted to get this book off my TBR and read. I always want to read the book first. I knew that there was a lot of positive reviews on this book and series but went into it rather ensure if I'd like it. And, I loved it! I will be reading the other books in the series and I am VERY excited to see the movie as soon as I can!
Read if: you love something a little different and want to read before seeing the movie! 

All the Bright Places
by: Jennifer Niven 
http://www.bookdepository.com/All-the-Bright-Places/9780141357034/?a_aid=BridgetParker


WOW. It's hard to discuss this book without spoiling it. I went into this book with no knowledge of what I was getting into. In hindsight I do wish I'd known that it was a heavy read, just so I could brace myself for it. I will say if you are triggered by mental health issues, I would recommend you look at it in more detail on GoodReads first. Did I love it? A thousand times yes. It was beautiful, hauntingly beautiful.
Read if: you are prepared for an emotional love story with a twist. 

White Witch, Black Curse
by: Kim Harrison
http://www.bookdepository.com/White-Witch--Black-Curse/9780061138027/?a_aid=BridgetParker

This book is the 7th in "The Hollows" series by Kim Harrison. It follows Rachel Morgan who is a witch living in a world that the supernatural are living alongside humans, out in the open. It's a fun concept, the series is easy to read and the characters are very loveable.
Read if: If you love supernatural books and all things witches.  

Empire of Storms
by: Sarah J. Maas
http://www.bookdepository.com/Empire-of-Storms/9781408872895/?a_aid=BridgetParker

I am currently reading Empire of Storms. I can already tell you that I adore this book and the series. Sarah J Maas is my favourite author. I love her writing style and the characters she creates. I love the kick-ass women characters in her books! I highly recommend you dive into this series.
Read if: you love fantasy books with kick ass female characters.



What books have you recently read?
Gentle hugs,
Bridget

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