So where do I begin? The night we stayed in Leeds before heading to the airport at 4am. I started with 13 Reasons Why by Jay Asher. I decided to pick this one up as I watched the Netflix Original and was engrossed in the story. This novel was so intense and made me want to continue reading. It does face a delicate topic and I think Asher conveyed the theme well and carefully.
My Rating: ★★★★
Next, while on the plane and at the pool, I conquered Wilde Like Me by Louise Pentland. I found the paperback of this book in the airport and was so excited as my hardback did not arrive in time! This follows make up artsist Robin Wilde, a single mother who is working her ass off to achieve further promotions and to be noticed by her boss for her incredible skills. She also is looking for a man in her life and we see her relationships throughout the story. I was hooked! A fantastic book.
My Rating: ★★★★★
For my 3rd Novel, I read Everything Everything by YA Author Nicola Yoon. This is possibly one of my fastest reads... ever. I read this beauty in 4 hours. I don't want to waste this at all so I will just say, a story with a very unique character who goes on such a heart-breaking adventure of trust and romance.
My Rating: ★★★★★
I then moved on to Delirium by Lauren Oliver. I went in with high hopes of a new dystopian addiction but was left in disappointment. This was so confusing and I partially rated it low just because I didnt understand what was going on. This may appeal to others but wasnt for me.
My Rating: ★★
The Names They Gave Us by Emery Lord was my next pick. This was clearly a cover buy as it has the most beautiful colours and it worked as it made me NEED to read it. The book focuses on Lucy whos mother has cancer and is asked to be a camp counceller at a camp which helps the young who have faced terrible situations such as family loss, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. I was hooked on this book as the plot was fantsastic and I fell in love with every character.
My Rating ★★★★
Countless by Karen Gregory was my next choice. This has been one of my most anticipated reads of 2017 and I definetly wasn't left disappointed. This was such a heartbreaking book which made me feel all emotions. I was heartbroken for the character of Hedda and I feel like her story is a good example to all YA readers who may have the same problem. I liked the way the author gave a name to the eating disorder as I felt like it gave a better view on how hard it is to deal with not being able to eat as your head tells you no. I need to know what happens next!!! A great Debut Novel!
My Rating: ★★★★
The 7th Novel of my holiday was Flight of a Starling by Lisa Heathfield. A book which is conveyed by 2 characters, Rita and Lo, who are sisters who travel with the circus. This book focuses on the topic of marriage withen the circus community but Lo doesnt want this. It was alright to an extent, I felt the heart break but i just felt like details were lacking and at times I was rather bored.
My Rating: ★★★
Okay, so by this point... I ran out of books. Soooooo I actually used my kindle for the first time in a while. I purchased Release by Patrick Ness as I had seen it all over goodreads. This book follows Gay teenager Adam and his relationships. He has a best friend called Angela and she is just fabulous. The plot just wasn't enough for me and it just lacked something. However, I did still enjoy it.
My Rating: ★★★
Never did imagine a 9th book on these holidays! I chose We Are All Made Of Molecules by Susin Neilson as it has been on my tbr since May 11th 2016. I don't know why I waited so long to read such an amazing novel. I fell in love with both our main characters, Stewart and Ashley, whos parents move in together as Stewarts Mum has passed and Ashley's Dad has came out as gay. So their parents have reached the stage in their relationship where they thought it was good idea to join the families. You'll need to read to find out.
My Rating: ★★★★
The final novel of the holidays was The Upside of Unrequited by becky Arbertelli. I was recommended this by a friend and I luckily recieved an arc by NetGalley. I loved the characters of Molly and Reid and I love their relationship. I actually really enjoyed this novel. Th eplot was easy to follow and the start of the book made you want to continue reading! An fantastic novel!
My Rating: ★★★★
I would say this was a successful trip as its helped me to get back on track in my 2017 Reading Challenge! Please go like and follow my instagram @anewchapter__ and I'll hopefully begin writing more frequently soon.
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