New Character's, Bad News

So, right now I'm reading Michal by Jill Eileen Smith. The book is part of 'The Wives of King David' series. I'm almost finish with book, but I've come to the worst part of reading (at least I think it is). And what is the worst part of reading, you may ask? well I'll tell you, its knowing that this character that you've grown to love and fill like you know so well, turns out to have the ending that you never want to happen to your favorite character in the book you're reading.

For those of you who know the story of Michal and David from the Bible then you know what I'm talking about. Well I've got four short chapters left in the book. I'll let you know soon, what the outcome of the book was. If you've never heard of this story I encourage you to go grab a bible some where and start reading it. It's a classic love story. It starts in 1 Samuel 16:23. It's a good place to start for this book series. I hope you enjoy it. Bye for now.

~Shana

Teaser Tuesday

This weeks Teaser Tuesday is hosted by Should Be Reading

My Teaser:

"But How are you going to Find David in the dark all by yourself, my lady? There are thieves and malcontents roaming the fields and living in caves."

~p. 163 Michal by Jill Eileen Smith~

History Revealed: Book Review

'If there's a will there's a way.'

If Lady Elder, Lord Morgandale's grandmother were alive today she would most likely credit Lord Chesterfield for that insightful quote. Along with that quote, a quote that could most assuredly cure most any problem Morgan faced; Lady elder would also say that Lord Chesterfield was one of the wisest men to have ever lived...

Morgan, himself thought would call the man daft, and say that Lord Chesterfield had never experienced a real days work in his life time. With no real use for polite society, Lord Morgan spent most of his days lately in the country, living in his grandmothers' old house. With no one to bother him, and all his servants having left for vacation: minus the house's main caretaker, he's called for a well learned woman in the art of bed loving. Waiting around for her to rid him of all the desires running through his loins, the last thing he wanted to do was take on the young woman, Arianna Sweet who's looking for her fathers murderer. But finding the murderer is the easy part, the hard part is trying to resist Miss Sweet's exotic personality and keep his lustful thoughts to himself.

Lord Morgandale was not who Arianna Sweet had wanted to get help from, but after finding out that Lady Elder was dead who else does she have? The hard part is getting Lord Morgan to believe what she's saying about her fathers research, while still keeping the big secret about what the research is used for. Now if she could just try out her Belly Dancing skills in peace with out others looking in her window her life would be so much easier.

Ok so I really loved this series - The Rogues' Dynasty. An Earl To Enchant happens to be the third and final book in the series. I was captured by page one of the first book with the delightful quotes from Lord Chesterfield, and I was not disappointed with the latest book. Amella Grey has really out done herself with this series. Now it has some strong romance in it, and by strong I mean a few sex scenes, and lots of references to having sex. So if your not into that kind of book this is not for you. Not one bit. So, that aside the book is 344 pages long, but also a very quick read. I give this book a big A+ and rate it for ages 18+. Happy reading and remember to stay In Tune With Books!

Musing Mondays

This weeks Musing Mondays is hosted by Should Be Reading






This weeks musing asks...

What makes you love/hate a character in a book?

I love characters that capture your heart because there emotions are seeping of the pages.

I hate characters that have bad attitudes for no good reason and I don't like the boys or girls that break someones heart.

So what about you guys? What makes you love or hate a character?

lost it by Kristen Tracy

So normally you'd think that starting a relationship on a lie would be a bad thing right? Antt wrong. The way Tess Whistle sees it, it's a better way to cover up just how ditsy and child-like she really is. Convincing Benjamin Easter -or better known as Ben- that she had a life threatening disease wasn't as hard as she thought it would be, all she need was a box full of apple juice and extremely small shoes.

But that wasn't even the weirdest part about this Summer. Zena Crow, Tess's best friend has been on a downward spiral since her parents split up and on top of that both of Tess's crazy religious parents seem to be going through midlife crisis. Talk about starting of the new school year, as a Junior wrong. But, Tess has an optimistic air about her and with a new guy on her arm, she feels like she's on cloud nine. Will it all work out for her in the end or will her lies finally catch up to her? Well lets just say her senior year will be a lot better that this one, or at least she hopes so.

So, this book took me a little long to read just because the first two chapters kind of dragged. But once I was past the first couple of chapters I was in it good. I thought it had a lot of good morals that were learned throughout the book. Many first, many mess ups, and many, many kiss. So I give this book a B- and a 13+ rating because of underage sex, and trust me there are quite a few romps in this book. The book has 276 pages with big font, so its a fairly easy read. Enjoy and tell me what you think. As always happy reading all!

Jessica's Guide To Dating On The Dark Side by Beth Fantaskey

Well how how would you fell if you were told that not only are you royalty but that you are a vampire as well on top of this being you senior year? Now you know how Jessica felt when a dark, young, and might I add handsome guy named Lucius walked quite literally into her life.

Now after learning all of this information Jessica is told to forget it all. All information on her birth parents, her adoptive parents, and her supposed betrothal to Lucius isn't as bad as she made it out to be at first. Now she finds herself longing to be with Lucius, but it seems now that he is longing to be away from her.

People aren't always what they seem. Now the big question is can Jessica make since of all of this information and mend the rift between to nations. Nations that could be no more if a wedding doesn't happen ... And time is of the essence.

I really enjoyed this book so much. This book is written in much as a personal journal that someone would write a great story in just to entertain there own imagination. The main characters are strong all the way around. I love Lucius-our male leading character-, he plays a very prominent role in the story line. Even though the story is about Jessica and discovers Lucius isn't just a background person. With out the information that he holds in the story it would be dual as all get out. The sets the classic tone in a romance story, teen novel or adult novel, he's the bad boy. He's dark natured but somewhat pale-faced. He's Strong, confident, arrogant, kind, lovable, and apparently absolutely sexy! What more could any red blooded hormonal girl ask for in a fictional guy? Right?

It's a thrilling story that will wet your appetite. The vampire theme isn't over done and isn't real dark. So it's safe for ages 10 and up. It is a little mature because it mentions sex, dating, death, and some dark magic. But parent do not fear this is not a "come to the dark side we have cookies" book. I give this book an awesome A.

As a bonus for all the readers of this book I encourage you all to go to Beth Fantaskey's website. She posted a short story about what happens after the end of the book. Go CHECK IT OUT!

The Courtesan's Daughter

Courtesan... the word that countless times before was one to despise when ever Caroline heard it. But after her mother buys a soon-to-be husband for her, Caroline starts to think that the life of a courtesan is the one she wants to live. but when she meets the Earl of Ashdon and receives strands of Perls, her opinions of being a courtesan changes some what drastically. As far as Lord Ashdon's opinion goes he couldn't be happier about her decision to become a courtesan... or so he lets us think. But I leave that for you guys to decide once you read the story for yourself.

I loved this book so much when I picked it up and actually started reading it. I know I hate to admit it because I loath people that do this but I actual bought the book because I really like the front cover of the book. It just grabed my attention, seemingly screaming at me to buy it. And so I did. Its a rare historical romance in my opinion. One, because the history is actually all over the book and not just a very weak back set and two, because it was more than just a romance. There is an actual mystery throughout the book that involves Caroline's mother and who she is and her very-or so most people think- extravagant life as a courtesan and all the many pleasures that come along with the job title in more than one way.

I give this book and an A++ because of the real life history alone along with the romance that captures ones attention right away. I was able to just step into Caroline's body and become her and fell what she was felling from the very beginning. I would how ever give this book a mature reading rate for ages 18+. What with all of the sexual references and sex its self as well as many other adult themes .

As always happy reading , Enjoy!

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

by Sherman Alexie

The absolutely not so true story about the true story of the authors’ full time life – as a kid, that is. Wow now that was a mouth full not unlike some of the words that our main character, Jr. comes up with. Jr.'s life is not the picturesque one that most would associate with life on a reservation. Jr. was born with a some physical deformations and a disease that put water in his brain. Hence he was the laughing stalk of the reservation. But this year is gona take Jr. on many new adventures packed with sports, first loves, comic drawing, outrages friends, and laugh out loud funniness.

This is a top notch book for anyone looking for a good read and funny laughs. If you’ve ever read any of Sherman Alexie’s other writings then you won’t be disappointed with this story what so ever. I give the book a positive A and rate it for any one with the warning of mild langue and one sexual suggestion.

My Unfair Lady

My Unfair Lady

by Kathryne Kennedy

Coming to London has been a big change for Summer Wine Lee. But coming to London to be made into a perfect woman is an even bigger challenge. The thought of going back home to America and not being made into a proper Lady would be to much of her pride and heart to handle, for in order for her to marry an upper class New York man, she must be made into the proper Lady that any man would want as a wife.

But that’s easier said than done. Being from the Wild West and acting like a true wild woman is not helping her in the eyes of her trainer, the Duke of Monchester. The way she acts though, he believes there is no way possible that she could ever become a Lady. Once the Duke, Bryon, starts to spend more time with her his good opinion of her begins to change, but for the better or for the worse? And will Summer accept the new connection between the two of them.

My View

I must say, I really did enjoy this book. Miss Summer, our main character, has a mind of her own. She loves the great outdoors, hunting, and taking in all sorts of stray animals. The animals by the way mount up to be around fiver or so in the short time that she’s in London. The types of animals range from dogs, monkeys, foxes, and other animals. But besides the animals the love story put inside all of the mystery and adventure that packed throughout this book is one to pull and tug on your heart strings. I give this book an awesome A, and rate this book mature for 18 and up. The few sex sense in this book are quite descriptive. But enough about way I think go read the book and see for yourself just how good the book is. Happy reading!

The Plight of the Darcy Brothers

The Plight of the Darcy Brothers

by Marsha Altman

Brother… a foreign word for Darcy when he thinks of it. He had only one sister. And his mother did when his sister was born. So any notion of more siblings was just ludicrous, for his father surely was always a faithful husband to Darcy’s mother. But all facts seam to lead in the other direction, when Mr. Darcy indeed discovers a brother in the demolished land of France. But before finding his brother Mr. and Mrs. Darcy where traveling abroad for a reason. So what truly did bring them to France? And what does Elizabeth’s younger sister, Mary, have to do with there travels? Throw in Mr. Wickham’s wana-be-comeback, and you’re going to get one exciting new adventure, taking you to foreign places with the Binglesy’s and the Darcy’s. Lizzy thought has news that will change every ones life for run, especially Darcy’s.

My View

Wow. When I first read this book I will admit that I did lack around and took no interest, but I kept on reading. When I was finished with the book I couldn’t believe that I wasn’t in love with the book when I first started reading. We get to see a deeper and very different side of all of our beloved characters from Pride and Prejudice, as well as a new character. Mr. Darcy’s ‘new’ brother is a very interesting character at that. A monk from post war France is a much different type of breed than what Darcy and Lizzy are used to, the main one being that he is a very zealot religious monk, whom will heed nothing Darcy says. But I’m many ways they are a like… I give this book a high B++ and rate it for all age, though sex is mentioned very briefly. I recommend this book to any one who has read pride and prejudice and loved. As we all have!

Healing Luke

by Beth Cornelison

Into the beginning season of summer Luke Morgan, and his brother and father prepare for long summer of busting tourist expecting an excited scuba adventure underwater... all seem good to Luke, he could get any woman he wanted and certain the best days of his life were just ahead of him, until a horrible accident happened that disformed and handy capped him. Refusing to continue his therapy, and daily life, Luke’s family thought all hope was lost for him until spunky Abby Stanford, came along with all answers. Our heroin though comes along with some of her own baggage. And even after she worked through her heart ach is she willing to let the right man into her life?

My View of the Book

When I read this book I was hooked pretty darn fast. A grieving studly man, Luke, and a grieving occupational therapist to help him work out all of the kinks. But Abby herself has some male trust issues, as of late and Luke seems to be the only one able to work through it. So now you can see why I just read the book threw. One day that’s all it took, I got so hooked. It’s got a good plot and intrigues the mind. I give this book a high B+ and rate it for a more mature reading audience. So kick back and free up your afternoon and get ready to heal Luke.